Manly Man: How to Wear a Fragrance—the Dos and Don’ts
You know that guy. You can smell him a block away. He’s the one who dives head first into his bottle of Old Spice. Or takes that Axe commercial literally and sprays himself from head-to-toe with the stuff. For all…
Friday Freebie: Win a Bottle of Zoya Dillon Nail Polish from the Spring Awaken Collection
I just received the newest collection from Zoya, Awaken, for Spring 2014 and I had an extra bottle of Dillon in my box. So, I contacted Zoya and asked what to do. And they said, “give it away!” So that’s…
Trending—Winter Games: Aveeno Positively Radiant Tinted Moisturizer is SPF of Choice for Sochi Athletes
Severe weather and harsh, sunny rays reflecting off the snow in Sochi certainly took a toll on athletes’ complexion during the Winter Games. Think they don’t care about their skin while competing? That’s not what we’ve heard!! Luckily, Olympic athletes Marya Koroleva…
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Manly Man: Friday Fragrance Find—L’Occitane Cèdre & Oranger Eau de Toilette
There is something about a man that smells good. And something better about a man that smells good enough to eat. While the plethora of men’s fragrances on the market can put your nose on time-out, there are a few…
Product Reviews—Makeup: tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara–I’m Lash Happy
I have a top 5 list of makeup items that I MUST HAVE! One of those is mascara. I love my mascara. For years I had a brand that I used exclusively. Then I changed, and I had another brand…
Product Review—Makeup: Tarte Cosmetics Cheek Stain in Flush–Sheer Genius
That saying, “What’s old is new again” is so appropriate for this review. Tarte cheek stain is an iconic beauty product. It was a trend that became a cult beauty item, and went on to become a “must-have” in every…
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Product Review—Skin Care: Josie Maran Argan Cleansing Oil
This fifty-something skin of mine prefers gentle handling these days. I have reconciled that my reckless ways and days of skipping cleansing at night because “I’m too tired” or over-doing the scrubs are over. I have taken a soft hand…
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What I’m Loving Now: Reviva Labs Pomegranate/Lactic Acid Exfoliant (Scrub)
There are scrubs and there are scrubs. This self-proclaimed scrub-a-holic knows a great scrub when it rubs me the right way. I have been in love with Reviva Labs Microdermabrasion Pomegranate Scrub for quite some time. But now they have…
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Headlines: Get the Look—Kerry Washington’s Sexy Loose Side Fishtail Braid from 45th NAACP Image Awards
As if a Scandal(ous) hit T.V. show, a to-hot-to-handle former footballer husband and a baby on the way wasn’t enough, now Kerry Washington is giving us hair envy. At the 45th Annual NAACP Image Awards, ‘Ms. Pope’ if you’re sassy, had…
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Budget Beauty Tuesday: Editor’s Picks—Burt’s Bees Radiant Cleanser & Facial Cleansing Towelettes
It’s the first step in any skin care regimen—cleansing. So, necessity is laid upon us to find an appropriate cleanser, and then, use it! I love a gentle cleanser in the morning, and I am a sucker for makeup remover…
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Trending—Pink Blush Crush: Milani Cosmetics Bella Rosa Baked Powder Blush
I’m in the pink again! The latest installment in my Pink Blush Crush series is Milani Cosmetics Bella Rosa Baked Powder Blush. I have a bit of experience with baked blushes, and they happen to be my favorite formula. What…
Product Review—Makeup: IMAN CC Correct & Cover Powder to Creme Concealer in Clay Medium
I’m pretty much a concealer freak. I gotta have it. You must know that with a great concealer, you can forgo foundation, and more importantly sleep. So, since I have a problem getting enough sleep, and I happen to imbibe and…
Trending—NYFW Fall/Winter 2014: Backstage Beauty with Mally Beauty for Tracy Reese New York Fashion Week/Fall Winter 2014
This Fashion Week, Mally Roncal and her team partnered with designer Tracy Reese to showcase the whimsical, fierce and subtle emotions of her fall 2014 collection. Unlike most shows that typically stick to one distinct look, Mally Roncal, Founder and…