I became curious about squalane when I saw Biossance (100 ml/3.38 fl. oz.) selling theirs for $58.00 (works out to $17.16/fl. oz.) and thought what’s up with squalane?! I looked around and also saw the one from Peter Thomas Roth (30 ml/1 fl. oz.)for $38.00 and Indie Lee (30 ml/1 fl. oz.) retailing for $32.00. I certainly noticed that The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane…
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When the Giorgio Armani Lip Magnets ($38.00) came out, people seemed really into them. I held off because they’re pricey, I am trying to be more cautious of over-hyped products, and I was just really unsure about the colors. Also, it’s not like I need another liquid lipstick but whatevs. I love the Maestro Fusion Foundation and the Eye Tints…
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The NARS Loaded Eyeshadow Palette ($59.00) is a very warm palette and it’s very brown — almost boring you can say, but that’s the reason I bought it. Nars describes it as neutral, and ok, I accept that, but it’s also quite warm. I wanted something fresh and new for more natural looks for my 9-5. A couple of things…
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I recently placed an order from the personalized hair care company, Function of Beauty. I found out about Function of Beauty through the ladies over at beautyandthecat and let 👏 me 👏 tell 👏 you 👏 something! This shampoo and conditioner is great! I was initially skeptical because I didn’t think there would be many options for my hair type,…
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This review has sort of been a long time coming. Mainly because I have been trying to get myself to love this stuff, but alas! The Sunday Riley Blue Moon Tranquility Cleansing Balm has some real issues I just couldn’t overlook. To top that off, the joy factor is pretty low on this on too. My skin type Oily What…
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ColourPop Blotted Lips ($5.00) are supposed to be a sheer matte formula lipstick that leaves a light-to-medium tint on the lips. What an accurate description! When I first heard about Blotted Lips, I thought they were nothing more than their lippie stix in a smaller package. Nope! I settled on Lexi, a cool-toned red, and Deja Vu a pink-nude. Top: Deja Vu;…
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I recently took a gander in Sephora and saw the highly talked about Nars Banc de Sable highlighter palette ($49.00). Apparently, Banc de Sable is translated as “sand bank” which is really surprising because I thought it was going to be something more provocative. Nonetheless, here are the swatches!
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Have you read my review of the Joseon Dynasty Cream? If not, head on over and give it a read because the Secret Key Starting Treatment Cream is a really good dupe for the Joseon Dynasty Cream, and guess what? It’s cheap, cheap!
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Innovation. That word comes to mind when I think of the Hask Greek Yogurt Hydrating Collection. When I squeezed the product out of the tube, I was really surprised to see – literally – the dual product come out of the tube. I’ve never seen anything like it, and I have gone through a lot of hair products. Check out http://haskgreekyogurt.com/…
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I’m conflicted about this product. I really like using lactic acid on my skin, but there’s something about the Blithe Energy Yellow Citrus & Honey Splash Mask I just have a hard time with. The directions. The whole idea of the thing. Here’s the thing, I like the product, I just think there’s an easier, less messy way to get…
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I almost pushed “Checkout” on my Sephora cart without going through my “Loves” list. Glad I did, too, because Soko to Tokyo ($40.00) is BACK and it’s got products I have been wanting to try but couldn’t bring myself to push the button on. Photo credit: Sephora.com The set includes: – 0.2 oz/ 7 g AmorePacific Treatment Enzyme Peel –…
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Soooo, I have just recently started watching Into the Badlands. The first season is on Netflix (you’re welcome) and the second season has just gotten started. What’s this got to do with anything? It’s got some great hairstyles in the series! My favorites are worn by one of the Baron’s called The Widow, played by Emily Beecham.. I re-created (sort…
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Hey guys! Today I have my review of the Dior Addict Lacquer Sticks. I ended up picking up two colors, Indie Rose and Sulfurous. Sulfurous Sulfurous Sulfurous Indie Rose Indie Rose Indie Rose My skin type My lips are naturally dry. I have to regularly exfoliate and I suspect that has something to do with my dependency on lip balm.…
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I picked up three of these science-looking My Scheming masks on my last little weekend trip to NYC: the Mandelic Acid Brightening Mask, the Apple Brightening & Hydrating Mask, and the Oolong Tea Oil Cut Mask. I picked them up from oo35mm for $1.75 each! Great price! I don’t really ever purchases boxes of sheet masks because I’m fickle, but…
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I always have my eyes open in the beauty world, scoping out new products, or just plain lusting over products i happen to come across. Lately, there are a few in the luxury beauty world that are giving me some major FOMO! Don’t be surprised if you see one of these up for review in the near future! 😩
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I’m not very consistent when it comes to trying out new makeup, but as a blogger, why should I be? I have been very consistent about blush though and in the way I apply it. I like my blush to be subtle, but apparent. For that reason, I have been applying my blush the same way for many years, regardless…
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I had total FOMO with the Giorgio Armani Eye Tints ($39.00) the first time I saw them, but I thought they were just too pricey so I just lusted after and thought about them for a long time. Finally, one day I just said F it and picked up Green Iron, the one I have wanted since seeing them on…
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Give me a reason to dress up and I’ll take it! Today, I bring to you my MOTD for St. Patrick’s Day. Of course, the theme is green! I used the Topshop Chameleon Glow in Changeling all over my lid, defined with Tease from the Naked 2 palette. I love how magical it looks; reminds me of a mermaid!
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If you can believe it, I have a love/hate relationship with highlighters. I love looking at them but I strongly dislike people plastering them all over their face. The reason? Because I never see anybody in real life, walking around on the street like that. I do like the look of it when it’s done right. Everyone likes different things,…
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You guys… I really love my Dior Addict lipstick. So when I heard they were coming out with lip lacquers, I kept my eyes and ears open. I haven’t tried them yet but I did have a chance to swatch them. Lay your eyes on these beauties! I chose Indie Rose, a strawberry pink, and Sulfurous, a sexy red with…
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