Moisturizers for Oily Skin masquerading as Dry Skin
That and more in The Lipstick League, week of 1.25.16 Question of the Week: If you live in area that is currently experiencing cold weather, what are some of your favorite products to help keep your skin soft and moisturized in the face of low temperatures? Answer: I’d describe myself as normal to oily for…
4 Rose Scented Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas that AREN’T an Overpriced Bouquet
I love roses, I really do. But for Valentine’s Day, I think they’re a little…cheesy. Besides being totally expected, they’re always overpriced. And neither of those things make my heart warm or fuzzy. It took me years to convince my husband of this, I think he thought I was setting some sort of trap. “Honey,…
Sheet Masks; Yea or Nay?
Including my thoughts on the Wei Mung Bean Stress Relieving Soothing Mask… Question of the Week: What are your feelings about the current sheet mask craze? Have you ever tried one? If so, do you prefer them to traditional facial masks? Answer: I’m happy about the craze! I think they’re fun to use and because…
NARSissist L’Amour, Toujours L’Amour Eyeshadow Palette review & NARSissist Cheek Studio Palette review
Today’s word is PIGMENT Pigment: get ready to hear that a lot in this post. Because these two new limited edition palettes for spring 2016 from NARS have it to spare (they also happen to be absolutely beautiful.) The palettes play on the “NARSissist” moniker very well, as they both feature mirrored packaging. Go ahead,…
My Favorite Products from Ricky’s NYC
Question of the Week: If you purchased any beauty products over the holidays, are you happy with your purchases? Answer: I didn’t buy anything over the holidays. But last week I had a real moment on the Ricky’s website. Shown above is my order that just arrived. Fake Tattoos! Japanese eye lash serum! A moustache-shaped…
Up Your Beauty Game
Can you even stand it?! That’s the limited edition NARS NARSissist L’amour Toujours Eyeshadow Palette ($59) and the NARSissist Cheek Studio Palette ($65). Review coming soon, feel free to gawk at this image until then. Question of the Week: Name a beauty-related skill you hope to improve in the new year (for example: winged liner,…
California Spa Review: Glen Ivy Hot Springs
There are a LOT of good things about living in Southern California. I could do a 500-word ode to In and Out Burger alone! But I think the absolute best thing about SoCal is our day spas and the fact that we can use them year round. Yes, even better than a Double Double. This…
Easy DIY Projects: 3 table settings for ANY holiday
With minimal craft skills and some cute basics from Marshalls, you can DIY a fab holiday table There’s something so special about sitting down at a holiday table; surrounded by loved ones, a delicious meal set out in front of you. How can you make it even better? With a pretty table, of course! And…