August 29, 2014

Rose-Inspired Lipsticks for Fall from Lancome

August 29, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Lancome’s L’Absolu Rouge lipstick collection now has six gorgeous new colors coming out this fall, and they’re all inspired by their emblematic flower: the rose. Lancome launched L’Absolu Rouge nearly 20 years ago, and to celebrate the anniversary, they created six one-of-a-kind colors extracted directly from each flower. From a dangerously seductive red Rose Grand Amour no 160 to a striking Persian pink Rose Damascena no 342, there’s no doubt that you’ll find the perfect lipstick color for that pout of yours.

August 28, 2014

Fall Makeover for Jane Cosmetics

August 28, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Fall is a great time to debut a new makeover, and Jane Cosmetics has done just that with their new Fall 2014 Collection. With a positive message around inspiring creativity and empowerment in young women, Jane Cosmetics is stepping forward with a bit more of a sophisticated look to their packaging. Featured products include Satin Split Sticks (two-shades-in-one lipstick), Shimmering Suede Shadow, Blushing Bronze Duos and Crushed Velvet Volumizing Mascara (offered in shades of purple, burgundy and blue).

August 21, 2014

Back-to-School Beauty Statement Pencils

August 21, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s that time of the year again when school is back in session. But being the beauty junkie know-it-all that you are, you can stand apart from your peers with the coolest of cool #2 pencils. We’re talking about a product created by Breakups to Makeup, a brand that uses super cute cosmetic-related slogans on fun accessories.

August 20, 2014

Take PRTTY PEAUSHUN With You Everywhere Now

August 20, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Guess what? The secret is out. You can now take PRTTY PEAUSHUN with you everywhere. How is that possible, you say? Well, the clever creator Bethany Karlyn finally came up with a cute, 3 oz. travel size that is perfect for sticking in your carry-on bag.

August 19, 2014

Beautyblender® Sur.face® Pro Launch Blogger Event

August 19, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

In the heart of West Hollywood at The Grove, beautyblender® held a blogger event last week at Mixology to promote the launch of their latest item, sur.face® pro. It’s a clear, plastic makeup palette to help you match your foundations and concealers to your exact skin tone.

August 18, 2014

Lorna Soonhee Umphrey: My 3 Fave Things

August 18, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s towards the end of the summer season and even when the heat gets so unbearable, I call upon my emergency beauty essentials to help keep me hydrated, smelling good and feeling relaxed. The hot sun can dry out your skin making you feel almost lizard-like so it's always important to find a good body lotion, then tone the skin for a purifying experience and if you just give up - head to the spa, girlfriend!

August 15, 2014

Christian Louboutin Launches Rouge Collection – Nail Polish!

August 15, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Take a deep breath and relax in the luxurious grandeur of Christian Louboutin’s new nail polish line, “Rouge Collection”. Inspired by the tallest heel Christian Louboutin has ever created (the Ballerina Ultima), the cap’s length comes in at eight inches, and is meant to inspire women to slow down their beauty application process and luxuriate in the moment. This highly pigmented formula delivers the same amount of color in two coats that would take twenty of a traditional polish.

August 13, 2014

Drew Barrymore Launches Fragrances for Flower Beauty

August 13, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

We just can’t get enough of “flower” child Drew Barrymore. First, she successfully launched a cosmetic brand at Walmart so suitably called Flower Beauty. Now she is stepping up her game into the fragrance field.

August 12, 2014

Leah Rial: My 3 Fave Things

August 12, 2014/ Leah Rial

As a make-up artist, I am such a fan of so many products out there so I thought I’d let you in on my top three fave products this month. For me, the list changes constantly as new products are launched and seasons change. That being said, there are some staples that never go out of style or season for me, and I mean never!

August 11, 2014

Turning Summer Hair From Drab to Fab

August 11, 2014/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Summer means fun times at the beach, a fabulous pool party or finding ways to beat the heat. No matter what coast you’re on or what climate hits you, your hair takes a beating. Dove Hair has come to the rescue with a few products that will help tame that frizz, moisturize those locks and salvage the ‘Day 2’ no-washed hairdo.

December 09, 2013

Clinique’s A Different Nail Enamel – For Sensitive Skin Only

December 09, 2013/ Ashley Fodor

Nail technology has developed more within the past few years than it has in decades. From gels to scentless removers, innovation is changing the nail game and Clinique is now one of the pioneers.

December 02, 2013

Aveda Gift Sets that Give Back

December 02, 2013/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s green paper that gives back, and Aveda (www.aveda.com) has been using it for years. No, we’re not talking about dollar bills. We’re talking about the paper packaging that has wrapped every Aveda holiday gift set for the past six years. It’s called lokta bark paper and originates from the Himalayan Bio-Trade papermaking cooperative in Nepal.

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