Sometimes shopping for makeup brushes can be quite daunting. Some brushes come in shapes that look way too complicated. Not to mention the sets that seem to have dozens if very strange options. In order to cut through the confusion, here is a good list of five basic brushes that can help you complete your […]
Whether your day includes the boardroom or the playroom, none of us want to worry about whether our makeup is still in place at the end of a long day, nor do we want to spend our day reapplying when we could be out living our life. So what are some easy ways to make […]
In the same vein that work suits or workout pants do not always look right at a weekend gathering, work makeup or a bare face may not be suitable either. But something in between will be great! Here are some quick suggestions to help you look perfectly polished. Brunch with the girls – Some people […]
Does that makeup collection also need cleaning out, like the closet? The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to make that happen! Throw out any expired or separated items, share or get rid of items that just are not useful any more, and see what might need to be added. The same […]
I may be a fashion minimalist, but makeup is a different story! There are so many beautiful makeup pieces out there that I tend to collect them by the drawer full! Keep in mind that I usually prefer sets to palettes, but sometimes the palettes are hard to resist. Oh, and mini anything is very […]
When you are shopping for the perfect foundation, the second most important criteria is the finish and the amount of coverage. (Since you asked, the absolute most important criteria is color match.) I know that seems backwards, but once you figure out what sort of coverage and finish you are looking for in a foundation, […]
Whether your sleep was interrupted by a needy two-year-old or you just hit the snooze alarm one too many times, we have all had those mornings where we oversleep and lose the valuable time to get ready. How do you get out the door and still look somewhat put together? Hair and body – If […]
Around the holiday time of year, a lot of cosmetics companies produce makeup kits and palettes for their customers. Some of these are quite beautiful and very hard to resist! I love the concept of having everything in one little container, especially when it comes to travel, but I find that these all-in-one palettes rarely […]
Most of us love to treat ourselves and our skin to a nice relaxing mask. Not only can it calm the frazzled mind, it does wonders for the complexion! But since there are thousands upon thousands of available products, it is hard to pick one. In fact, it can lead to a case of those […]
The same theories apply for make as with fashion. If you love makeup like I do, it can be an expensive habit. But there are ways to cut the costs without sacrificing the fun. Spend – I tend to spend a little more on the products that need to match my skin tone flawlessly. If […]
