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Sensational Skincare

An introduction to Korean Beauty

“For anyone confused about the sudden explosion of Korean beauty products on the market now, this is the perfect place to start. Charlotte’s book is a mix of memoir, how-to guide, and beauty shopping companion all in one.” (Cheryl Wischhover, beauty editor at large, Fashionista.com.) In my earlier post entitled, Gothamista Guru, I spoke about Renée Chow, a YouTube vlogger who I have… Read More

Product Profile

Milk Makeup

This relatively new makeup line is so fresh and fun, you might call it whimsical! I have tried quite a few of their products and love them all, especially the Kush Mascara $24. New mascaras are hard for me to find because I am very particular about the applicator brush. Milk calls the Kush brush a “tapered tree-shaped brush… Read More

Serious Sunscreen

Current sunblock favorites

Since we still have quite a bit of summer left, I figured it would be appropriate to post about sunscreen, another addiction of mine. I am always on the lookout for one that is non-greasy, not too pasty in color and offers optimum protection. I apply sunscreen each day as part of my morning skincare routine. Add a bronzer later… Read More

Incredible Influencer: Gothamista

Korean Beauty expert Renée Chow

Gothamista, real name Renée Chow, is a social media skincare guru. After 10 years in the industry as both a buyer and product developer, she knows her Korean beauty! My obsession grew quickly, watching her skincare and makeup videos late into the night. I promptly emptied my vanity and restocked it with items recommended by her. Yes, I am… Read More

Best Bronzers

Everything you need to fake the bake

It only seems fitting that my first beauty product post is about the bronzers that kick-started it all. As I shared in “My Very First Post”, I got the idea to develop a blog after a certain barre class this past May when the instructor (thanks Eve!) commented that I looked like I had been to the Caribbean (I… Read More

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