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Runway Makeup You'll Actually Want to Try

Runway Makeup You’ll Actually Want to Try

NYFW had some crazy looks this season, especially Hood by Air’s un-blended contoured faces (read: clown makeup). One place where we saw beauty that can actually inspire real women was at Theory’s show where La Prairie and makeup artist Mark Carrasquillo led the team.

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A Unique Runway Ponytail You Could Rock From-Day-to-Night (and to the Gym!)

A Unique Runway Ponytail You Could Rock From Day to Night (and to the Gym!)

It’s not often that we see a truly unique look on a runway these days (putting aside clownish, over-the-top beauty and hair styles that no one would wear in real life). Public School managed to show one that was fresh, easy to re-create and versatile enough to wear day to night.

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A Luxury Pool and Spa in the Middle of the Desert

A Luxury Pool and Spa in the Middle of the Desert

A pool in the middle of the desert? That’s right. Beresheet Hotel offers the ultimate in luxury. I just spent a night there and took the above picture myself and I still can’t believe that it’s real! I have traveled all over the world and I have never seen such a thing.

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The Next Big Thing in Ethical Body Care: Plant Brooklyn

Plant Brooklyn is not only a brand that makes all of their products meticulously in small batches using organic ingredients, but they also have a serious social mission.

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Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

Forget that Jennifer Aniston is involved; the reason I trust Living Proof blindly is that all of their products were developed by scientists, meaning they put function first and foremost. These must work!! True to that, I have yet to try anything from them that I don’t love…

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Sally Hansen Fall 2015 Designer-Inspired Shades

Sally Hansen Fall 2015 Designer-Inspired Shades

When it comes to nail polish, it’s easy to go bargain. Aside from Tom Ford, none of the luxury brands really last that much longer than their frugal counterparts as long as you apply bottom and top coats. With Sally Hansen’s Fall 2015 designer-inspired shades, however, you get the best of both worlds.

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