Blush It Up This Winter!

December 28, 2012

It is officially winter, and the holiday season is a great time to experiment with fun new colors in blushes to bring more life to your pretty face. Personally, I prefer powder blushes for the fall and winter and go for a more dewy finish with cream blushes towards summer. I’ve picked out the top four blushes that I reach for most during the wintertime. All these blushes are cool toned and range from $30 to as low as $3.  (more…)

Shaving Shaving Shaving: How to Avoid Razor Burn Before You Hit The Beach

June 9, 2012

The beach is the go-to spot for hot summer days. Nothing is better than slipping into your bathing suit and relaxing poolside. The only thing that can ruin a perfectly good beach day? Razor burn. Razor burn can be the ultimate kill joy of your next beach trip if you’re not careful. Believe it or not, there are tips and techniques that can make all the difference when shaving your legs, under arms, and bikini area. Follow the below guidelines to ensure you’re taking proper precautions when shaving your sensitive flaunt worthy areas!

  1. Always start with wet skin. We’ve all made that mistake while in a rush or crunched for time… and then paid the price shortly after. Whether it’s a quick shave for a small area or not, you must moisten the area you’re shaving before you begin. Shaving naturally exfoliates, so skipping on the water not only can clog your razor with dead skin, but you can expect extra nicks and razor burn bumps by the time your finished. (more…)