Category: beauty
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The secrets to ‘effortless beauty’
By now, we’ve all heard about ‘effortless beauty’; the “oh, she woke up like that” types, the people who manage to pop out the door in a pinch but always look like that girl, the ones with the ‘je ne sais quoi’. The effortless beauty trope surrounds people who have a mystical allure that we…
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The sunscreen for people who hate sunscreen | Live Tinted Hueguard
If you’re reading this post, I’m willing to bet you hate sunscreen. You know what I’m talking about – feeling greasy, ghostly, pilling under makeup, and generally cramping your style. I know this because this has been me for years! I have never been one of those gals who joyfully embraced slathering on their morning…
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This product transformed my skin in just a few weeks: Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
I am not easily impressed when it comes to skincare; so many products make wild claims about their efficacy, and while they may be enjoyable to use, oftentimes fall short of their miraculous claims. I have made a habit of taking photos of my skin when testing new products as I find it to be…
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I’ve tried it all, and I always come back to this hair product.
As a licensed cosmetologist, I have tried my fair share of hair products over the years. It’s not uncommon for brands to make absolutely outlandish claims about the results their products can achieve, and more often than not, they are completely bogus claims. Every now and then though, I’m truly blown away with results, and…
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Confetti
Oh hi, I’m still here…I’m sorry it’s been a year since my last post!!! As you may well know, the last year has been one of the most tumultuous on record in recent millenia. I have spent this time raising my now very active, bustling toddler whilst maneuvering through a pandemic, planning a cross country…
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Easy Ways to Lighten Your Hair at Home! – Sans Bleach!
Want some gentle remedies to lighten your hair for a sunkissed look without a trip to the salon or using bleach?! I’ve compiled my favorite tried and true methods, and many of the items you’ll need are likely already lurking in your home. Even better, these tips are very affordable and minimally damaging – nothing a…
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TOK; Take Two
It’s been a bit since my last blog about TOK Beauty, the Canadian born brand with a penchant for beautiful handmade silk lashes. Not only is this line revolutionary being the first line to create silk magnetic lashes, I was able to get more insight from the creator, Tara, herself! Since my last post, the…
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Ranavat Mighty Majesty: a Jasmine Lover’s Dream
If I could claim a scent obsession with one flower in particular, it would be jasmine blooms. I find the delicate little white flowers completely intoxicating, so after smelling the Ranavat Mighty Majesty, I was hooked. This beautiful oil blend is a combination of 3 oils: coldpressed sunflower seed oil, organic jasmine flower extract, and…
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Meet Henry Rose
I’m a borderline perfume hoarder. Spending hours in Sephora’s perfume section is not uncommon for me, perusing the latest selections. Learning the notes, the creative vision behind the brands, and actually smelling the creations…I find it to be titillating. The fragrance house Henry Rose offers a chic selection of unisex scents with elegant packaging to…
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Sanae Intoxicants
2019 has brought so many wonderful companies into the forefront of my perfume journey, and Sanae Intoxicants is no exception! These beautiful natural elixirs are blended by Sanae Barber in L.A. with a bohemian sort of whimsy and artistry; each perfume tells a story about the wearer and the sort of adventures they may have.…
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