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Summer Switch-up: Makeup

get the glow

Sunshine-filled days are here, and it’s time to reflect on that change with makeup updates. During the summer, I like to switch up my makeup, rotating in vivid corals (like this Patrick Ta blush), brown mascaras (like this Ilia option), and golden hues (like this liquid highlighter). New this summer: I’m trying out a richer brown-toned cheek tint for… Read More

Best Beauty: Credo

new arrivals

For clean beauty, I head to Credo, the “largest, non-toxic clean beauty store on the planet.” By now, this is not a new concept; we are more aware of what we put on our skin. Whenever possible, I try to keep it clean regarding beauty products, and with Credo, the guesswork is removed from the equation (and I am… Read More

Skincare Shoot: OVME Med Spa

get glowing

“OVME is a provider of medical aesthetic treatments for a naturally glowing you.” Sometimes, you need to force yourself out of your comfort zone—and I did just that with a recent photo shoot for OVME, a nationwide med spa (think facials, laser treatments, and injectables). The event took place at the Darien location on a rainy Monday, and we spent the… Read More

Top Ten: Skin Tints

your skin but better

A skin tint is a lightweight, sheer-coverage complexion product designed to enhance the skin’s appearance while providing a natural look. It combines light coverage with a hydrating formula, making it perfect for achieving a “no-makeup” makeup look. They have a serum-like texture that effortlessly blends into the skin, creating a dewy finish without looking too cakey. They help even… Read More

Sephora Sale: The Savings Event

favorites from Sephora VIB sale

It’s time to make room in your vanity again—the Sephora Savings Event is here! This bi-annual sale is a great time to stock up on trusted faves or try something new, especially the pricier stuff. Of course, I included my preferred brands, like Saie, Merit, and Westman Atelier, and a brand new to Sephora (which I love) called Violette_FR…. Read More

Top Ten: Powder Blush

cheek pops of color

Product junkie? Check. Sephora obsessed? Check. Makeup hoarder? Yes, yes, yes. Favorite type of makeup? Well, there are many, but the cream blush sticks are probably right up at the top (how many times have I featured the Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks or Ilia Multi-stick)? But, on some friends, these cream products don’t last long– so, powder blush to… Read More

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