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    Olivia Rodrigo Reveals Her Summer Beauty Must-Haves in New Lancôme Campaign

    June 26, 2026 / No Comments

    Olivia Rodrigo stars in Lancôme's new summer campaign featuring Lip Idôle CuddleBlur, Juicy Tubes Cheeks, and Skin Idôle Setting Mist.

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Review of ShiKai Borage Oil Lotions: They Benefit My Super Dry Lupus Skin

    April 5, 2025 / No Comments

    A few years ago I was diagnosed with lupus. That diagnosis pretty much upended my life. As a beauty journalist, my life is all about skincare and makeup. However, when lupus attacked my body, not only was I affected physically…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Circumspect Sunday (repost): Beauty of Biblical Proportions

    January 20, 2013 / 5 Comments

    I'm not as shallow as I purport to be.  Sure I love cosmetics, towering shoes and big hair — but that by no means defines my ideology of beauty.  I'm sure everyone has had interaction with that woman (or man)…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Product Review: LashEM Measurable Difference Lash Gel

    January 7, 2012 / 1 Comment

    Kim Kardashian is my lash idol and you never see her on the red carpet without amazing eyelashes. I've been lusting her lashes and searching high and low for a way to achieve her lash look without applying false lashes.…

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    By RChelle M.
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    How-to: Sexy Eyes in 3 Simple Steps

    January 2, 2012 / 1 Comment

    Creating a sexy eye can be as simple as 1-2-3.  Don't be daunted by the extreme makeup you see on your favorite celebs or supermodels.  You can easily create their glam looks with a just a few tools, and best…

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    By Tracey Brown
  • Beauty

    In Honor of Rosia Lee Ivey: Beauty at 98

    October 26, 2011 / 2 Comments

    My grandmother, Rosia Lee Ivey died yesterday. She was 98, and the most beautiful woman I have ever known.  She lived a full, vibrant life and taught me, my children and all those she touched many lessons.  Rosia Lee was…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Team 20/20 Product Review: Too Faced Amazing Face Oil Free Close-Up Coverage Foundation

    September 23, 2011 / No Comments

    I have acne scaring. Every now and then I want to cover those acne scars up… COMPLETELY. Not all foundations are created equally when it comes to covering up acne scars. Some foundations are too sheer and don’t come close…

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    By Chelsea Huey
  • Beauty

    Raven Symone: No More Cosby Kid

    January 8, 2011 / 1 Comment

    Raven Symone has grown up.  I mean GROWN up, no more Cosby kid.  Pictures of Raven Symone arrving at the 50th Anniversary Party for CoverGirl had me realizing that I have put a few years on.  Raven looks HOT!  She…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Win It: $50 Gift Card from Apothica

    January 4, 2011 / 37 Comments

    If you wear eyeshadow or eyeliner regularly, you know the importance of long-wearing products that remain creaseless until you take them off.  Sometimes we find those formulas in our eyeshadows, other times we find a shadow that we are in…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Product Review: Buxom Lash Mascara Left Me Flat

    January 3, 2011 / 1 Comment

    I consider myself quite the mascara connoisseur—after all, right on the heels of of my love of that greasy thick roll-on Bonne Bell lipgloss in the glass bottle from the 70s, my foray into the world of makeup was all…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Blinging Beauty Top 10′s of 2010: Guess the Red Lipstick Winner

    December 30, 2010 / No Comments

    Malca guessed the siren red lipstick I was wearing in my photo in the Top 10 0f 2010 Red lipsicks.  It’s Tarte Cosmetics matte lip tint  in Lust.  I love it.   CONGRATS!  Your Sephora gift card is on the way!

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    By Tracey Brown
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    What I’m Loving Now: CoverGirl NatureLuxe Gloss Balm

    December 28, 2010 / 1 Comment

    I am addicted to lip color.  It has to be either lip balm, red lipstick or the perfect consistency of lipgloss.  And there is a little  niche category of lipsticks that feel and look like a lip balm that is…

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    By Tracey Brown
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    Daily Bling: DIY Liquid Eyeliner

    December 27, 2010 / 1 Comment

    Do you have a problem finding the ideal liquid eyeliner?  Maybe the consistency is too wet, or it's not that inky jet black that you really want.  Or, maybe you want to experiment with colorful liners, but just don't care…

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    By Tracey Brown
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My skincare favorites, all in one place.

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SHOP: EADEM LE CHOUCHOU Exfoliating + Softening Peptide Lip Balm

FLATLAY OF EADEM LE CHOUCHOU COLORS
Transform parched lips into a pillowy pout with a 3-in-1 lip treatment that exfoliates, moisturizes, and adds a flush of color.

The Leave-in Conditioner Your Hair Deserves

SHOP NEW FENTY BODY AMBER BOUQUER SCENT

SHOP BLACK-OWNED BEAUTY AT SEPHORA

SHOP: LANCÔME’S NEW Juicy Tubes Cheeks Blush

Olivia Rodrigo Lancôme Cheeks Juicy Tubes collection launch
Instantly cooling juicy colors and delicious scents, this refreshing jelly-textured blush blends seamlessly for a juicy flush of color that lasts all day*.​

FENTY BEAUTY: Build Your Own 4-Piece Summer Glow Bundle

INCLUDES: 1. COMPLEXION Choose your liquid or stick skin tint for easy, blurred coverage. 2. BLUSH Pop on buildable, waterproof color for a natural flush that lasts 12 hours. 3. BRONZER Look sun-kissed in seconds with a mousse bronzer for a natural, airbrushed finish. 4. LIP Choose your gloss or gloss stick for explosive shine in every swipe.

SHOP BROWN GIRL JANE Peach Aura Eau De Parfum

BROWN GIRL Jane Perfumes BLACK-OWNED perfume company
BROWN GIRL Jane Perfumes BLACK-OWNED perfume company

PIXI On-the-Glow Blush IS YOUR IDEAL BLUSH FOR SUMMER

PIXI On-the-Glow Blush
~Provides a natural-looking dewy flush ~Hydrates while adding sheer, buildable color ~Blends seamlessly over bare skin or foundation ~Multi-use formula for cheeks and lips ~Helps skin appear fresh, healthy, and radiant

EDITOR’S PICK! NEW FROM PETER THOMAS ROTH: Peptide Skinjection™ Peptide-Infused Face & Eye Tape for Wrinkles and Aging Skin

Peter Thomas Roth Peptide Skinjection™ Peptide-Infused Face & Eye Tape for Wrinkles and Aging Skin
Peter Thomas Roth Peptide Skinjection™ Peptide-Infused Face & Eye Tape for Wrinkles and Aging Skin

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