The Beauty Sample

As I’m sure many of you are well aware, I am and always have been more attracted to a very sheer, subtle lip. Tinted balms and sheer, balmy lipsticks are my go-to’s when I want to look a bit more polished and put-together. It seems that sheer lip color is also becoming more and more [...]

««Press Sample»» Now the Spring has officially sprung, I don’t know about you but I’m looking forward to playing with more glosses–nothing too matte or heavy, just a touch of color and some dazzling shine. For weeks, I’ve been playing with different products on my lips, looking for the perfect product that will a.) add [...]

««Press Sample»» I don’t know if you guys have noticed or not, but cream shadow crayons/pencils seem to be all the rage these days. Hot on the heels of Laura Mercier and Bobbi Brown’s Caviar Stick Eye Colour (which was released in 2011, I believe, with some new shades out for spring) and Long-Wear Cream [...]

Ok guys, that’s it–I’m doing one last giveaway! Thank you all for participating in my going-on-5-weeks-long blogaversary celebration! I’ve had a lot of fun doing these giveaways and working with these amazing brands and I hope you’ve enjoyed them as well! But, I did save my personal favorite for last. I know that a lot of you [...]

««Press Sample»» Call me boring but most of the time, I like a rather natural, neutral, pretty look for my day-to-day makeup. You know what I’m talking about: the no-makeup makeup look. There is a time and a place for acid green liner, electric blue shadow, and rainbow glitter, of course–and I like to play [...]

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I was inspired by Paris’ 12 Best Things of 2012 post, so I decided to do my own in honor of the new year. My list is mostly beauty-related, but there is one oddball in there. Take a look and see!

««Press Sample»» You ever have one of those days where you just feel…bleh? Your complexion is completely flat and lifeless-looking no matter how much lipstick you put on or how bright your blush is. Well, better start getting used to it. It’s full-blown autumn now and winter is almost upon us–those days where your skin looks [...]

««Press Sample»» Yes, I’ve got more lovely Jouer goodies to share with you guys today! In case you hadn’t noticed, I’ve really been loving this brand lately. I just love the simple, paired-down aesthetic of the line–it’s a little reminiscent Laura Mercier…except with way cooler packaging! Jouer offers superior formulas, lovely textures, super wearable shades, and intelligent packaging. [...]

««Press Sample»» There are 2 groups of people: the ones are die-hard Nars’ Orgasm lovers and the ones that aren’t. I happen to fall into the “ones that aren’t” category. I bought Orgasm years ago–it was one of my first high-end blush purchases. Sadly, it didn’t work out for me. It just wasn’t as peachy [...]

««Press Sample»» Well, it appears that I am officially on a bronzing rampage. Not so long ago, you’ll recall that I purchased my first “real”, high-end bronzer. It’s all been downhill since then. I just love how my face looks with a hint of bronzy-warmth to it–it really makes all the difference in the world! [...]