A few days ago I headed over to Columbus Circle in NYC to meet Smashbox Cosmetics co-founder Davis Factor (yes, the great grandson of makeup icon Max Factor!). Davis, along with his brother Dean, started Smashbox Photo Studios in Los Angeles in 1991, and it didn't take long for it to become a go-to for … [Read more...]
Huge Sale on Smashbox Eyeshadow
September 11, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Right now, Sephora is having a major discount on selected Smashbox eyeshadow. This is a top of the line product and the dual colored eyeshadow is typically worth $25, but Sephora's offering a mark down for only $5. Amazing. It's a dark brown and light brown complimentary duo that's perfect to create … [Read more...]
Face Primers: Is It Worth It?
September 10, 2009 By 1 Comment
It all depends on your skin type. Primers come in a cream formula that is meant to act a as a buffer between your skin and your foundation and is suppose to fill in any scars or lines on your face to create the maximum matte finish for your face. But is it really worth it? Good primers usually go for … [Read more...]
Eco Friendly Lip Gloss: Lancome Goes Green
May 1, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Lancome recently introduced its new Juicy Tubes Pure for all you gloss gurus out there. Inspired by Elettra Wiedemann, a socialite, environmentalist, and Lancome spokesperson--not to mention she is a model as well as the daughter of actress Isabella Rosselini--Lancome has launched Juicy Tubes Pure … [Read more...]
Must Have Makeup: The Everyday Face
December 27, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The other day a friend told me she could live without any cosmetics but her lipgloss, which I found funny since I almost never sport the stuff. It did get me thinking, though, about my makeup drawer, which is over-stuffed despite the fact that I only use a fraction of its contents. I would, of course, … [Read more...]
L.A. Fashion Week Spring ’08: Grey Ant
October 17, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Day 3 at the Smashbox Studios brought the best show yet: Grey Ant. The show was held in the Lightbox, a relatively small room where they packed us in hot and tight, but the claustrophobia and dire thirst were well worth it. The stage was set minimally with a white runway and a backdrop sans pizzaz, which … [Read more...]
Smashbox Photo Finish Bronzing Primer
September 27, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I've been a staunch devotee of Lorac's aquaPrime for some time now, but I have to admit I've strayed recently. Yes, it's true, I've been cheating on my primer, and though I still adore the Lorac, I think I might have a new love/obsession: Smashbox's Photo Finish Bronzing Primer($38). It all started … [Read more...]
