From the monthly archives:

June 2010

Currently Loving: LORAC Hollywood Hot List Collection

June 30, 2010

Okay, so I’m kinda bummed right now. My intentions weren’t to make you drool over this and then say SURPRISE! It’s sold out! But right now, I can’t find it on ULTA or on Sephora’s site. So hopefully there are some of these LORAC Hollywood Hot List value kits in a store near you, because [...]

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Review: Maybelline The Falsies Volum’ Express Mascara

June 30, 2010

You know how I am about my mascara, heaven forbid there be a new one that I haven’t tried yet! You may have seen this one trickle in to stores, Maybelline’s The Falsies Volum’ Express Mascara. It promises to “fill in the gaps” with it’s spoon-shaped brush, resulting in a false lash effect. Let’s take [...]

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Let’s Get Clinical: Neutrogena Dermatologics Retinol NX

June 29, 2010

There’s a new retinol in town, and you’ll find it only on QVC–Neutrogena Dermatologics Retinol NX. Retinol NX isn’t like the other products in the mass-market Neutrogena line, it’s from a specialized division at Neutrogena and packs some serious skincare punch! Retinol is a super solution for aging and sun damaged skin, but can often [...]

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Don’t Forget! 3 Great Beauty Giveaways Ending Soon!

June 29, 2010

There are some fantabulous beauty giveaways ending soon on Beauty Junkies Unite, don’t miss these: You can win an Eucerin SkinFIRST Skincare Prize Pack (2 winners, ends 6/30) One reader will win a bottle of Vera Wang Princess, autographed by the famous designer herself! (ends 7/1) Three readers will receive Pretty. Smart. Caress Body Wash [...]

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3 Great Products For Fabulous Glossy Hair

June 28, 2010

Hair looking kind of blah? Don’t have a ton ‘o cash laying around to do something different with it? Add a little shine! You’d be surprised how much a little gloss can fix dull locks. Check out these 3 afforable and easy-to-use shine enhancing products that won’t cost a fortune… • L’Oreal Colorist Secrets Shine [...]

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Recap: IMATS Los Angeles 2010

June 28, 2010

The International Makeup Artist Trade Show took place over the weekend here in Los Angeles, and it did not disappoint! While I was only able to attend one day of the two day event, there was so much to take in. With master classes, a packed exhibitor’s floor, and the student competition–it’s safe to say [...]

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Review & Swatches: Milani Liquid Metal Intense Nail Lacquer Collection

June 27, 2010

Have you ever tried any of the Milani nail lacquers? I’m still a newbie when it comes to Milani, so if it seems like I can’t contain myself–you know why! The new Liquid Metal Intense collection has been spotted in my area at CVS and they really are gorgeous in person. If you haven’t seen [...]

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Your Head-to-Toe Guide to Getting a Gorgeous Faux Tan

June 25, 2010

Your Head-to-Toe Guide to Getting a Gorgeous Faux Tan Here are steps for getting the best sunless tan — ever This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care tips article Tanning expert for the St. Tropez brand, Fiona Locke, bronzes up celebs and shares tips with us on how to get a sexy summer tan without lying [...]

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My Takeaways From CEW’s Women in Beauty Event with Cristina Carlino

June 24, 2010

Last week I attended an incredible CEW Women in Beauty event, with Cristina Carlino–the founder of Philosophy as the guest speaker. Even though I don’t have a product line and I don’t work for a beauty brand, I took away several words of wisdom from Cristina’s years of experience as a cosmetic industry pioneer and [...]

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Review & Swatches: Bare Escentuals BUXOM Big & Healthy Lip Stick

June 24, 2010

In case you haven’t been properly introduced, please meet BUXOM. She’s a Bare Escentuals brand and she’s very sassy–so watch out. As a Sephora-exclusive, BUXOM Big & Healthy Lip Stick is a multi-tasking lippie with loads of color that acts as a lip liner, lipstick, and lip plumping conditioner all in one. Check out these [...]

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