One of the best products to use when you want to look awake and fresh is a bit of blush. A little bit of a pretty shade of blush goes a long way to finish off your look.  One of my favourite brands for blush is Nars Cosmetics. I’m sure most of you know the famous shade Orgasm but below are 8 shades of Nars blushes I feel are much better.
In no particular order, of course…
Mata Hari – A lovely rosy shade of pink
Angelika – A bright, cheery cotton candy pink with gold sparkles
Taos – A deeper rose shade …read more

As a self-proclaimed make up addict, I’ve tried numerous eye liners from gels, to liquids to pencils etc. Out of the long list of brands and products I’ve tried, I only have a handful that are my go-to when I want to create a dramatic look for day or night.
One of those brands is Urban Decay.  I love, love, love Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencils! They go on like butter, don’t crease (after 8+ hours) and last forever. This holiday season, Urban Decay gives you 9 reasons to fall in love with their eye liners.
The 24/7 Super Stash …read more

Yes, Fall is here – both on the calendar and the weather.  While there may be another week or two of Indian Summer, it’s time to get your wardrobe and beauty routine ready for the season change.
Here are some things you can do:

Reconsider self tanner – Sure, it made you look sun-kissed during the summer, but think about whether that faux glow is a look you want to continue on into fall and winter.
Be careful with the bronzer – Along the same lines of the self tanner, an overuse of bronzer this time of year looks like you’re trying …read more

Do you find yourself doing the same thing, day in…day out…every single morning? If all the recent photos of you look the same because you haven’t switched up your makeup routine in over a year, then it might be time to switch things up and find some new ways to accentuate your best facial features. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Stop by your favorite makeup counter for a makeup consultation. It’s also great if you start to build a rapport with someone, because then they will let you in on little secrets and hopefully won’t push so much …read more

I’m currently trying very hard to maintain my budget, be careful with my pennies, and work with what I’ve got. Resisting the urge to shop my way through the mall, picking up pretty new purchases everywhere I go, is not easy…but it must be done and I do feel better for it. Kind of.
So, instead of being drawn into Sephora, where I will surely load up a basket with all kinds of new items to take home and try out, I’m browsing online – with credit cards safely stowed in the other room. There are a number of new products …read more

I’m a fan of Bobbi Brown, loving her entire line of skin care and cosmetic products.  Here are just 7 of the reasons why:

Great collections.  How about the “Nautical” collection for summer?  Sheer, beautiful, perfectly summer-like colors.
Cute compacts.  Combining assortments of lip colors, eye colors, or even foundations into adorably cute and practical compacts.
Sales.  Enjoy the Bobbi Brown Summer Shopping event going on for a limited time, and you’ll save 25% off your entire purchase.  This sale ends Thursday, June 11th, 2009.
Free shipping:  On all orders over $60.
Charitable ethic:  The summer sale benefits Dress for Success
FREE samples:  Lots of …read more

Usually, I have stayed up late the night before and don’t have a whole lot of time in the morning to get ready. Some time ago, I remember when it was totally feasible to spend forty minutes prepping in front of the mirror – but those days are long gone.
So now, here are the eight steps for getting ready that only take six minutes to complete.
1. I’ve already washed my face in the shower, so next is a quick swipe of moisturizer mixed with a little primer (dot on the forehead, chin and both cheeks, then rub it in).
2. Next …read more

Makeup can be an expensive habit. There have been plenty of times where I have walked out of Sephora gulping at the receipt stuffed between my new cosmetic purchases. So what can you do to save money on makeup and still look good? Here are five ways to keep your supplies stocked, your face flawless, and your wallet full (or at least less empty).
Use what you need
It’s easy to grab lots of blush, powder or eyeshadow with your brush, only to tap a good portion of it down the sink when you realize there is too much for direct application. …read more

Yesterday I realized I was one pump away from being out of foundation. Completely out. Since foundation is a necessary part of my makeup routine, I was at first annoyed that I hadn’t noticed this sooner. But then I realized that somewhere about 3/4 of the way through this brand of foundation, I really didn’t like it anymore at all. Something about it was just a bit too heavy, didn’t go on smoothly and the color wasn’t quite “right” anymore. Annoying, yes…but this also meant I had the perfect chance to find something new.
Here are the ten things I recommend …read more

Did you take good care of yourself during February?  Did you find time to take good care of yourself, making an otherwise dreary time of year a month of indulgent pampering?
With March just a deep breath away, you’re going to need all that energy to tackle some Beauty & Style spring housekeeping and maintenance.
So roll up your sleeves, put on your favorite music, and get to work on these 31 spring housekeeping suggestions:

Go through every single clothes closet, pulling out everything that you haven’t worn in the last six months.
Take a look at your “haven’t worn” pile of clothes.  If …read more