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01.25.11How To: Tightline Your EyesI'm currently obsessed with the makeup technique known as "tightlining", which is just applying liner to the lash line of your upper lashes--right at the waterline. It's a great way to apply eye makeup when you want to look a bit polished without wearing much makeup. All you need is a flat eyeliner brush, like Laura Mercier's Flat Eyeliner Brush and a waterproof gel liner, like MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack or Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner. (Plus, it's a good idea to have some eye makeup remover and Q-tips on hand to fix mistakes. There's definitely a learning curve!) For tips on ...
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12.09.10How To: Deal With RosaceaI'm super excited to review my new favorite product, Paula's Choice 1% BHA Lotion! But first, let's talk a bit about rosacea. You've probably heard about rosacea (or might have even been diagnosed), but don’t fully understand what it is. Don’t feel bad! The medical community doesn't fully understand what rosacea is or how to get rid of it either. Awesome, right? But don’t freak out. And trust me, if you start reading too much on the Internet, it’s easy to freak. Basically, rosacea is a skin condition that an estimated 14 million Americans deal with. It begins ...
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08.30.10How To: Copper Smokey EyeI'm really psyched for the new fall eye colors trends. I hung out with Amber from Beauty Junkies Unite last night, and she was talking about some of the upcoming fall makeup look, and it got me thinking about new makeup. A whole new season is an excuse to try out (read: buy) new makeup. Yay! I’ve always loved copper shadow, so it’s just my luck that coppery metallics are on trend this fall. And over on my fav StyleCaster, celebrity makeup artist Jackie Gomez shares some makeup artists tricks for how to get the gorgeous smokey copper eye. Check ...
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08.19.10Beauty In A Box: Summer GoddessBeauty in a Box #6: Summer Goddess from Sephora features a handpicked collection of Sephora Collection favorites, plus an easy to follow how-to guide. It's a perfect all-in-one makeup palette to toss in your bag on the way to the beach or while on vacation. (So dreaming about our trip to Maui next month!) In just a few steps, you can achieve on-trend turquoise eyes and a gorgeous bronzed glow. The kit contains: two eye shadows in Swimming Pool Blue and Coppery Sun, eyeliner pencil in a stunning turquoise blue, Mascara Lash Plumper in black, Bronzing Powder, powder brush, eyeshadow ...
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08.01.10Sephora SplurgeOn Rob's first day off since our wedding, he spent a good hour tolerating me endlessly wandering around the Sephora at Westfield Topanga Mall. He didn't even complain when I dragged him back, after he thought he's finally escaped, to purchase Buxom Insider Eyeliner that I just had to have after seeing my eyes in the mall's bathroom mirror. One plus for him is that the Sephora is conveniently located next to the Apple store. Brilliant move, Westfield Mall! Ok, let's break down my Sephora haul... Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation: #118, Flesh - Sadie used this foundation ...
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03.29.10MultiplEYE Mascara ReviewsWho wouldn't want to try a mascara that's been shown to increase lash volume while lengthening lashes by 638%? (But don't just take my word for it, heck out more MultiplEYE Reviews.) Tarte's MultiplEYE Mascara also fortifies lashes by naturally increasing lash volume while increasing the appearance of lash length and growth. It contains a unique blend of high-performance natural botanical nutrients, an onyx-black mascara base, and soy-amino super proteins to help stimulate increased lash volume, length, and strength. The spiral brush separates and evenly covers each lash in the nutrient-rich formula to help promote the appearance of sky-high lashes. This ...
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02.28.10Must Have: Buxom Lash MascaraI have tried like a million mascaras in my days, and I'm super picky. I have decently long eyelashes, but they are straight and not incredibly thick, so I'm always looking for a mascara that holds curl and adds a bit of thickness. An impossible mission? I love waterproof mascaras because they really hold curl, but they dry out your eyelashes, so they're not good for everyday use. So I have never really found a mascara I love, until now. For realz. I'm in love with Buxom Lash! I got Buxom Lash in Blue Noir, which looks pretty blue-blue on the ...
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02.28.10Must Have: Buxom Lash MascaraI have tried like a million mascaras in my days, and I'm super picky. I have decently long eyelashes, but they are straight and not incredibly thick, so I'm always looking for a mascara that holds curl and adds a bit of thickness. An impossible mission? I love waterproof mascaras because they really hold curl, but they dry out your eyelashes, so they're not good for everyday use. So I have never really found a mascara I love, until now. For realz. I'm in love with Buxom Lash! I got Buxom Lash in Blue Noir, which looks pretty blue-blue on the ...
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12.17.09Makeup Tips From the RockettesI've never seen the Rockettes in New York's famous "Christmas Spectacular", but everyone knows about the iconic, showgirl-esque dancers and their perfectly synchronized kick lines. Glamour magazine recently got an exclusive sneak peek backstage. Guess what? The Rockettes do their own makeup! And they were sweet enough to divulged their beauty secrets with the rest of the world. Check it out: Lipstick: This is the one makeup item that's mandated to the girls: All the Rockettes wear MAC lipstick in either MAC Red or Russian Red. Both are blue-based tones that pop under the bright lights. Lipstick base: To keep the red ...
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12.07.09CoverGirl LashBlast Length MascaraIn general, I'm a fan of waterproof mascaras. They tend to be less clumpy, they stay put longer, and they hold curl better. I have fairly long lashes, but they are fair, so I curl them with my Shu Uemura eyelash curler and then I like a super dark mascara that's going to hold the curl and not drop my lashes the second I apply it. But wearing a waterproof mascaras all the time gets to be annoying since it's so hard to remove and it dries out your lashes. So I've been in the market for an everyday mascara, and ...
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