[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I think it was last year that The Body Shop took avocado from its natural home – on toast – and turned it, via sustainably sourced avocado oil from South Africa, into body products. The collection has had a makeover and a few new additions and here we are. As you know, I adore so many of the The […]
Occasionally, we get to learn about an aesthetic innovation that makes us go “Wow, that’s pretty cool!” Recently we found ourselves saying that when we stopped by Miami plastic surgeon Daniel Careaga, MD’s office to get a preview of Sientra’s “See Yourself in Sientra” mirror, a new device that gives patients a real time virtual preview of exactly what their […]
So…what is the Monday Poll? Excellent question! It isn’t, contrary to its name, an actual poll, like with little clicky buttons. It’s just a list of more or less random questions I’ve been posting on this blog every Monday morning for the past quadrillion years (since 2007). 1. Decaf, half caf or full caf? All the caf! 2. If you […]
Dracula Sydney Grace Dracula Pressed Pigment Shadow ($5.25 for 0.06 oz.) is a bright, medium-dark red with cooler, pinkish undertones and a pearly sheen. Opaque coverage Smooth, moderately-dense but not stiff Picked up evenly with dry brush, applied evenly, blendable Long-wearing (8.5 hours) FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). Terra Moons La Reina […]
We’ve all heard about the merits of double cleansing. Recently, a similar trend was born: double moisturizing. Experts say the practice can be beneficial for all skin types, even oily ones. Whether you’re looking for a boost of moisture, to seal in other products or to pair hydration with actives, here’s how this hack can help. We know double cleansing […]
If you’ve got a certain amount of makeup, chances are there are a few ColourPop products lingering in your stash. You might have picked them up when you realized you could get the most shimmery, wet-looking eye shadow you ever saw for less than a venti latte at Starbucks. It’s that high-payoff, high-affordability thing that’s made the brand so beloved. […]
True story: I got my bottle of L’Heure Bleue (edt) in a swap for my D&G Light Blue. I liked Light Blue enough but it always smelled a bit generic to me and I found that I never really wanted to reach for it. L’Heure Bleue I wear all the time, I find it so easy to wear, but not […]
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). Urban Decay Luminous (P, $28.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Wet ‘n’ Wild Glow Watcher (LE, $4.99) is cooler (90% similar). NYX Moon Glow (P, $6.99) is cooler (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Spotlight (P, $42.00) is cooler (90% similar). Catrice Icy Glaze (P, $6.99) is […]
“There are so many antioxidants out there that it is nearly impossible to say which one is best,” says Omaha, NE dermatologist Joel Schlessinger, MD. “Whole systems to rate antioxidants have been developed and argued among dermatologists for years. Whatever the case, antioxidants are beneficial for every skin type, as they help neutralize cell-damaging free radicals that come from the sun and everyday exposure to environmental factors like pollution. However, some antioxidants are better suited for certain skin types and skin concerns than others. And if you have sensitive skin, it’s best to do a patch […]
Just like the rest of your face, your lips can benefit from exfoliation every once in a while. In order to achieve super-soft lips, it’s important to get all the dead skin off the surface — that will not only make them smoother but will also allow lip colors to appear richer and more vibrant. “Lips accumulate the same number […]