Everything about your face is unique, from its shape, to its bone structure, to the proportion of your features to the tone and type of the skin. Logically, whatever foundation, concealer or powder you apply to your face should be as distinct as your DNA! New York based freelance makeup artist Catheryn Marlowe, who doubles <... >
If you’re taking Beauty SATs, remember that nail polish and jewelry are synonyms, of sorts. Both serve as accessories and can make or break an outfit. The biggest faux pas is chipped nail polish, especially if you’re sporting dark colors. Fear not, though; we’ve tested dozens to bring you the trendiest, à¼berlasting nail polish around. <... >
Who hasn’t had this lash dilemma? You layer three coats of plush mascara on your upper lash and for some reason, you decide, “Hey, why not give my oft-ignored lower lashes a little love?” You apply a layer, hoping to pump up the volume, and end up ruining an otherwise flawless look with spider eyes! <... >
Jane Iredale Profile by: Amy Sciarretto – Carol Shaw Profile by: Ava Mackenzie In honor of International Women’s Day, which is celebrated on March 9, we decided to shine a well-earned spotlight on female entrepreneurs who run their own cosmetics companies. We chatted with Jane Iredale, who launched an eponymous line, and Carol Shaw, the <... >
MAC is famous for its collaborations. 2008 saw the “all ages, all races, all sexes” company partner up with Dame Edna, Heatherette, and Ungaro for limited edition collections. Now, MAC is trumping itself with the mother of all partnerships: the fashion-forward Hello Kitty collection. Be the glamour puss of your block with the expansive, black <... >
Whether you’re celebrating your sixth Valentine’s Day with your longtime sweetheart, are going on a blind date with a gentleman you’ve met on an Internet dating site, are a single gal enjoying an evening out with your fellow single ladies, or are on the prowl to meet a man, how your makeup looks shouldn’t be <... >
Celebs, like Amy Smart, Amber Valetta and Isla Fisher, love the fabulously girly Bella Il Fiore line and it’s easy to understand why. The company, started by Jennifer Maloy, is packaged in an assortment of pink (but not precious) tubes, tins and boxes and the products are of the utmost quality. Bella Il Fiore, which <... >
You may remember colored mascara from the 80s, or for me, my middle school days, but these days colored mascara has made a comeback in a huge way! Not only is colored mascara available in great shades and brands at your local pharmacy, but bigger brands, indie brands and everyone in between is taking notice <... >
The weather outside is frightful, and there is really nothing delightful about February (well, maybe the chocolate sales after the 14th). I, for one, am ready for spring. And if, like me, you’re not the type of girl who just sits around waiting for things to happen, I suggest we kick-start the new season by <... >
Run, don’t walk, to the nearest Chantecaille counter for their while-supplies-last White Tiger compact. The pressed powder is almost too beautiful to use, thanks to the Bengal tiger embossed into the product. But once you give in and sweep the iridescent highlighter on your face, you’ll be glad you did. Also available at Space NK <... >
