Review: La Prairie Hydra Tint Tinted Moisturizer
Tinted moisturizers don’t usually catch my eye. With the right technique, I can turn just about any foundation into a tinted moisturizer, and since I try and keep my kit light, I usually have no room...
View ArticleReview & Swatches: Viseart Editorial Mattes
I was first introduced to Viseart several years ago when listening to Pati Dubroff give a keynote talk at The Makeup Show LA. Someone in the audience asked her if there was a product she owned that...
View ArticleReview & Swatches: Viseart Cool Mattes Palette
Matte eyeshadows have been a favorite of mine since I first started doing makeup, so when I bought my recent Editorial Mattes Palette from Viseart, I couldn’t pass up the new Cool Mattes palette as...
View ArticleTried and True Review: Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentrate
I recently realized that because I’m always testing new products, I don’t often mention the OG products that have been in my kit for years. Because of this, I’ve decided to start a new series of posts...
View ArticleReview: StriVectin Instant Revitalizing Mask
Before I was a freelance makeup artist, I worked at the cosmetic counter in Macy’s and I found myself near the StriVectin display a lot. It interested me because the packaging looks serious, like you...
View ArticleReview: Tatcha Pore Perfecting Sunscreen
By now, most people are aware that sunscreen is the ultimate anti-aging tool and skincare professionals insist that we wear it every day. I will admit that I haven’t completely followed this rule for...
View ArticleTried and True Review: Red Carpet Kolour
The second addition to my “Tried and True” Review series is a product I use on 95% of the jobs I do. I decided to take photos of the cans I currently have in my kit as a testament to how much love they...
View ArticleSwatches and Review: NARS Dual Intensity Blush in PANIC
This sat in my kit for months because it’s so pretty, I couldn’t bring myself to use it. Look how gorgeous it is! The blush is a part of NARS’ Dual Intensity range which you can use either wet or dry....
View ArticleTried and True Review: Bioderma Sensibio H20
(I apologize for not updating my blog in quite a while. I have been extremely busy on set, and I just returned from Peru! If you’d like to read about my travels, please check out my travel blog Hello...
View ArticleDrugstore Review: Maybelline’s Fit Me Foundations
I don’t talk much about drugstore makeup on my blog because truthfully, I don’t really use it. I’m sure there are tons of gems to be found.. ie L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara (review here).. but I hate...
View ArticleEarth Day 2016 Tried and True Review: Dr Bronner’s
Dr. Bronner’s Peppermint soap is something I’ve had in my shower since I was a kid (my mom’s been using it since 1975!), and at this point I can’t really imagine living without it. When I was...
View ArticleReview and Swatches: Youngblood’s Fever, Sinful, Flirt Intimatte Lipsticks
Youngblood Cosmetics recently released three new shades: Flirt (coral), Sinful (raspberry red) and Fever (orange red) to their Initmatte Collection. The colors are awesome; super bright and Spring-y,...
View ArticleSubscription Box Review: Glossybox
If working behind cosmetic counters taught me anything, it’s that people go batshit crazy for samples; so it makes total sense to me why subscription boxes are a thing. When I think of beauty boxes...
View ArticleDocolor Oval Brush Set Review: An Artis Dupe?
Oval makeup brushes have been trending for a while now, with Artis at the center of the movement. While they’re by far the most popular brand of oval brushes, they’re also the priciest. A 10 piece set...
View ArticleUnboxing: Bloomingdales Bonus Box
Bloomingdales has once again partnered with Ratuken Affiliate Network to create an incredible beauty “Bonus Box,” and I was selected as one of 30 bloggers to receive it. The Bloomingdales Bonus Box...
View ArticleTried and True Review: Face Atelier Ultra Foundation
Face Atelier Ultra foundation has been one of my go to foundations since I discovered it in 2010. Last year, my collection expired and I had to remove them from my kit. Since I carry so many different...
View ArticleKylie Cosmetics: Koko Kollection Review, Swatches + Giveaway
After the first launch of Kylie Cosmetics’ Koko Kollection, I saw a swatch of “OKurrr” on Instagram and needed this color. To be honest, I haven’t really paid much attention to Kylie’s line until now....
View ArticleViseart Warm Mattes : Review + Swatches
Viseart makes some of my favorite eyeshadows out there. They create the best mattes and their palettes are so well thought out, the colors just make sense. Viseart’s Neutral 01 Palette is the go-to...
View ArticleReview: Eyeko Lash Alert Mascara
Eyeko has been widely popular in the pro-beauty community for years. I’ve never gotten the chance to use any of their products, but the brand recently contacted me to see if I’d be interested in...
View ArticleBloomingdales Bonus Box: September 2017 Unboxing
Through my partnership with Rakuten Affiliate Marketing, I was lucky to receive one of Bloomingdale’s coveted beauty boxes. The last box I received was perfection, containing some of my favorite brands...
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