Given that we’re smack in the middle of NYFW I thought it would be a good time to highlight what has become a go-to product for me on days that involve makeup changes. Relatively often I’ve come across an interview/article where a model or a makeup artist has talked about Avene’s Thermal Spring Water ($16). … Continue reading “Avene Thermal Spring Water”
My mom has the best skin; she’s in her seventies and barely has any wrinkles. I’m hoping I’ve been blessed with her good genes, but am I going to bet the state of my future face on luck? You know the answer: I bet on prevention, always! Sunday Riley’s Good Genes corrective treatment will give … Continue reading “Sunday Riley Good Genes Treatment: The Gene Genie”
Klorane is very popular in Europe and I often see their dry shampoo backstage during Fashion Week (though when I was in Paris for the shows two years ago I noticed the brand being used considerably more over there). Well…the Europeans are on to something! The brand’s philosophy is to meld natural ingredients with proven … Continue reading “Klorane Shampoo/Conditioner with Pomegranate”
You always hear about celebrities and designers licensing out their name and then having very little involvement in the resulting products. While it’s possible that this is the case with Bethenny Frankel, I would be very surprised. She always stays true to her brand and seems to care deeply about what products she associates herself … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Skinnygirl Face & Body”
I first came across Anatomicals browsing NPW where I fell for the brand’s Snog Me Senseless Minty Tingling Lip Balm, but after a little bit of research I found out that they have a slew of super-cute and super affordable everyday products. Sure quality-wise they’re not Cle de Peau and yes I had to follow-up … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Anatomicals”
When I take my beauty routine into consideration, Champagne doesn’t normally come to mind. I love cosmetics and cocktails equally, but it’s a little counter-intuitive, right? Well, Fresh and Veuve Cliquot make a slightly shocking team, but it somehow makes so much sense! The “Cliquot in the Snow” beauty survival kit was conceived to get … Continue reading “Fresh x Veuve Cliquot Beauty Survival Kit: Splendor in the Snow”