Tag: Makeup
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An Ode to the Flat Foundation Brush
I wear makeup daily. No, that’s not an exaggeration – it simply makes me feel like my best self. Even on my minimal days, you’ll find me lounging in lipgloss. Because I apply makeup on the daily, I have tried a plethora of makeup brushes over the years, and let me tell you…a good makeup…
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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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Meet Sappho New Paradigm
I have tried a LOT of different cosmetics brands, all with their own pros and cons. It is incredibly rare for me to find a brand that I love every single product, but Sappho New Paradigm has won that slot. I’ll be completely honest, when I first applied a full face of Sappho, I don’t…
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All that Glitters: the Inconvenient Truth About Your Makeup
*Me, age 14, see below for details Most shimmery and sparkly makeup contains an ingredient called mica, a natural mineral sourced from the earth. It is also used in electronics industry as an insulator. The problem with this beautiful, natural ingredient? Child labor. Roughly 60% of all the mica harvested world-wide comes from India…
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Elate: Capsule Palette + Lippie
One of my initial mascaras I tried when switching to clean beauty belonged to none other than Elate. The bamboo packaging called out to me initially, and the formula kept me coming back for it’s long wear time and bold look. It comes as no surprise that when I saw the bamboo palettes, I…
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Honest Review about Honest Beauty Mascara
Mascara junkie, checking in here. I am obsessed with trying mascaras and feel like I’m on the forever hunt for the perfect mascara. I love the way it can open up your eyes and make you look instantly more alert and perky. My eyes are deep set, so I often run into smudges on my upper brow…
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My makeup tips and tricks
I often post about how products perform and what’s in them but I’ve never divulged my top secrets I’ve learned over the years! This post is detailed and picture heavy. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. Diet and Skincare I cannot stress it enough, what you put into your body has a direct affect…
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Tiila Abbit: Founder/Creator of Athr Beauty
I arrive at Ritual Coffee in the trendy Mission District of San Francisco. Tiila (pronounced Tyla) walks in and warmly offers a hand and a smile. I am instantly taken aback by her cool girl swagger – she is everything you’d picture the creator of Athr Beauty to be. Tall, perfectly tousled hair, and a…
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Ghost Light Illuminator
There’s nothing like a shimmering highlighter to show off your bone structure and make you look fresh and healthy. I can’t stop reaching for Ghost Light by Rituel de Fille*. It’s a pearlescent illuminator that gives me a candlelit glow no matter what light I’m in. I really love how it can be amped up to…
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