Heat and Perspiration-Resistant Makeup: Rae Cosmetics
Do you wear makeup to the gym? I certainly don’t. I’m acne-prone as is and tend to favor intense workouts so the last thing I need it to clog my pores because of gym-time vanity. That said I can’t help but be intrigued by Rae Cosmetics, a brand that makes makeup specifically for the gym! … Continue reading “Heat and Perspiration-Resistant Makeup: Rae Cosmetics”
theBalm Cosmetics
I’m a sucker for awesome packaging – whether it be something super luxe like Tom Ford or Cle de Peau or something fun and cheeky like Soap & Glory or Rodial. Recently I came across one that falls in the latter category and I’ve become obsessed. The brand is called theBalm and their products are … Continue reading “theBalm Cosmetics”
Mally Beauty Mega Bridal Kit
One of my first published clips was, interestingly enough, a story on Hampton weddings for a local Hamptons newspaper. I was an 18 year old Freshman at Cornell when I wrote the story and needless to say, never married. Fast forward a few years and I’m still not that much closer to knowing much about … Continue reading “Mally Beauty Mega Bridal Kit”
Ellis Faas Fall 2012 Eye Collection
I sooooo wish the formulation of these eye pens didn’t irritate my eyes because the colors are so fantastic. I was able to check-out three of the new Ellis Faas creamy eye shades ($36) and they’re awe-inducing – the colors are incredibly wearable, yet totally original and I have yet to wear one of … Continue reading “Ellis Faas Fall 2012 Eye Collection”
Chanel Démaquillant Yeux Intense Gentle Biphase Eye Makeup Remover: Small Amount, Big Wonder
It’s always nice to get back to basics, especially when it comes to cleansing products. I love Lancôme’s Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover (I’ve been using it for years), but now that I’m in Taiwan, the humidity is making me yearn for something a bit lighter and less oily. This dual-phase eye makeup remover by … Continue reading “Chanel Démaquillant Yeux Intense Gentle Biphase Eye Makeup Remover: Small Amount, Big Wonder”
Frugal Snob: Target Fall 2012 Beauty Preview
Try as they may to revamp their offerings to make them appear more luxurious, CVS, Duane Reade, and other similar drugstores have nothing on Target. Hands down the best place to shop for affordable beauty products they stock one of my favorite brands (and I’m talking fave at any price point) – Yes to Carrots … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Target Fall 2012 Beauty Preview”