Eyes

With Black Friday just days away, it’s time to remind yourself of the women in your life who love pampering, primping, and all the pretty things that keep them beautiful.

Whether it’s the makeup junkie who will flip for a palette of brilliant colors, the salon-dweller who loves her locks, or the uberhotess who goes above [...]

Just as we are influenced by Madonna, we can’t forget that her style icons are some of the most glamorous women to grace the silver screen: Jean Harlow, Grace Kelly, and, of course, Marilyn Monroe. These days, we have to get our Elizabeth Taylor fix via Netflix, but the return of Old Hollywood beauty is [...]

Clothing and accessories aside, gray is decidedly the neutral hue for Fall makeup, popping up everywhere from nail polish to mascara. And because it’s a neutral, the shades are wearable for pretty much everyone.
Lighten up on the dark fringe and opt for a lighter shade on your lashes, try an earth-toned hue on nails, and [...]

Whether it’s the humidity, a dip in the pool, or tearjerker movie, every woman should keep a tube of waterproof mascara on hand. While some formulas can be drying on delicate lashes – not to mention a pain to get off – below are our picks for the best in all-weather, any-occasion waterproof mascaras.

BEST [...]

The buzz from the spring runways wasn’t just the fashion, it was the neon bursts of color popping from the models faces. From hot pink lips to aquamarine eyes, these vibrant hues are moving from the runway to the mainstream. The best part? These day-glo shades work well on almost any complexion, though aqua and purple are the most universally flattering.

Faux neon lashes! Nude lips! Dark eyeliner! This spring, beauty suffers from multiple personality disorder. A lack of cohesive theme may seem perplexing but it should be celebrated. It means it’s easier to find a style that works for you. We’ve highlighted the biggest trends of the season.

If you haven’t yet perfected the art of drawing the line, try our step-by-step method.

STEP 1
Start fresh. Clean then moisturize your lids. It’s easier to draw a smooth line on a smooth lid.

Spring runways saw the renewal of the great lash. Versace, Yves Saint Laurent and John Galliano all sent their models sashaying down the runway with extra long strands.

With January here, the season for festivity is at an end. While the memories of the parties may be fading, the effects of those late nights are harder to erase away. Rest and relaxation is the real cure but if that is not possible, a cosmetic solution is also at hand.

While you may want to act your age but chances are you’d prefer not to look it. Want to keep your eyes looking dazzling regardless of the number of candles that decorate your cake? Please see below for eye makeup trends tailored to your age.
Teens/20s:
At this age you can take a risk. Try exotic color [...]

With this season being a particular tough financial time for many folks setting a budget is paramount. As a result, you’re going to start seeing lots of wallet-friendly alternatives coming from yours truly.
When this book landed on my desk I knew instantly that it was a keeper.
Cosmo’s Sexiest Beauty Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To Looking [...]

The latest additions to the Yes To Carrots natural skin care line are Yes to Cucumbers and Yes To Tomatoes. Aside from being yummy salad ingredients, these additions to the pharmacy brand favorite are perfect for sensitive and acne prone skin.
Tomatoes are prized for their high lycopene content, an anti-oxidant known for its ability to [...]

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Following is a reprint from their [...]

Fall brings colder weather, heavier clothes, and a slightly more serious makeup palette. Colors become darker, smokier, and muddied, with grey pigments a key ingredient thoughtfully added to the mix. Muted palettes – which took a back seat to Summer’s brights – are prominently featured at your local makeup counter. If you’re Muted – this [...]

(images via Mac Cosmetics)
When it comes to clothing or accessories I am not afraid of a little color but when it comes to my face over-the-top colors are like Superman and kryptonite they just aren’t meant for one another.
My makeup collection is comprised largely of Bobbi Brown and Laura Mercier’s subtle girl palettes so I [...]

Pencil Me In Cosmetics has just been awarded the 2008 Editor’s Choice Award for their ingenious little eyeliner by Cosmetic/Personal Care Packaging Magazine, an industry leader whose subscribers include Chanel, Estee Lauder, L’Oreal, etc.
What makes it so fab? Well aside from the rainbow of colors, silky smooth texture, and vitamin rich, antioxidant-infused ingredients, each cap [...]

As promised, here’s a post about the 2008 Makeup Show that I attended last week. I’ll post another once I emerge from this allergy-induced fog that I’ve found myself trapped in!
I sat in on a seminar given by Make Up For Ever Director of Artistry & Development Kevin Bennett and was taken with his down-to-earth [...]

Nothing stirs passionate responses from our beauty-obsessed friends like blue eye shadow – it’s truly a love or hate kind of thing. But if the look triggers a horrific prom flashback, ditch your outdated notions and get ready for a modern twist on the old tried and true. Blue eyes were seen all over the [...]

Brows are one of those areas where a little change can make a HUGE impact. Well groomed brows can frame eyes better than all the mascara, eyeshadow, and liner in the world. Here are our no- fail tips for perfectly framed peepers.
If your face is Angular (rectangle, square, diamond, or triangular), you’ll want well-arched brows; [...]