Some days and some products deserve a whole long-ass post all to themselves, extolling their virtues (or allowing me to rant, as the case may be). Other days, I (like most of us) just want a quick read as to why some products work, or why they don’t. So, here’s some products I’ve been using over the past few months, […]
We don’t know who needs to hear this, but your beauty routine doesn’t have to be complicated. (Besides, life is already hard enough.) Instead, consider investing in a handful of multi-use beauty products — including the uber-versatile lip and cheek tint — to save time, effort, and energy when it comes to getting ready. What’s more, these must-have beauty essentials […]
The new Clionadh Stained Glass Collection shades, and yes, absolute LOVE! — Christine Join Discussion
Should I use primer or sunscreen first? It’s likely a question most of you have, so I decided to write this post to make it all clear so you always get the best from your routine. Applying products in the wrong order can render them ineffective, and that’s not to play with when it comes to sunscreen. Sunscreen is non-negotiable […]
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Clionadh Embellishment Glitter Multichrome Eyeshadow ($11.99 CAD for 0.05 oz.) has a dirty yellow base paired with multichrome shimmer/fine sparkle that shifted from greenish-gold to peachy gold to pink-peach to burnt orange. It had a very shiny, slightly sparkly sheen. FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). Touch in Sol Sun Aurora (4) (P, […]
Hi, there! Happy Caturday. How’s your day going so far? Good, I hope. Check this out — last night’s dinner. Nothing fancy, just spaghetti with red sauce and parmesan cheese because by the time I get to Friday I’m too tired to cook anything complicated. My neighbor gave me some fresh basil, so I couldn’t resist making a vat of […]
Wonderful World Sydney Grace Wonderful World Matte Shadow ($5.25 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium olive green with warm, more muted undertones and a matte finish. Opaque coverage Smooth, more velvety feel, not too powdery Blendable, easy to apply, not prone to sheering out Long-wearing (8.5 hours) FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). […]
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Somewhere along the way, I fell asleep. Borges continued the treatment, but I was a goner. I’m not a big dreamer these days — I chalk it up to stress, plus a mattress that needs replacing — but something about the service set me off. I dreamed of colors, swirling purples and forest green fireworks, sort of like those old […]