We’ve already celebrated Labor Day weekend, but that doesn’t mean that the summer is over, especially for us West Coast folks. That’s why I’ve put together a list of my fave sun care products that you can use year-round (yes, even in the winter!).
Read MoreAs a kick-off from Mugler's Spring/Summer '17 Paris Fashion Week Show, Mugler will be launching their Le Exceptions Hot Cologne ($195) exclusively on Mugler.com. Now when we say exclusive - here's what we mean. There will only be 50 limited-edition sets sold in the US and will only be sold for the next ten days. Yes, our pulses have quickened as we fear these will sell out faster than Kylie's Lip Kits.
Read MoreDo you love having straight hair but hate how long it takes to do? The heat, the sweating, your arm hurting after only getting through half your head, you know the drill. But now, getting straight hair is super easy and less time consuming with the Vibrastraight flat iron.
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe that we just enjoyed Labor Day weekend, because it marks the end of summer days…unless you live in Southern California, as I do. But, there is a place where you can go and never have to say goodbye to your favorite season, while getting luxuriously pampered. That place is called the ‘āwili spa and salon at the Andaz Maui at Wailea. Personalization and relaxation are their top goals at this spa.
Read MoreShe’s done it all, and now pop star Katy Perry is presenting her new makeup collaboration with COVERGIRL called the Katy Kat Collection. Fans will go crazy over her new collection, which consists of a range of demi-matte and highly pigmented Kate Kat Matte Lipsticks ($6.99-$8.99) with fun names such as “Cat Call,” “Catoure,” “Purrsian Pink” and “Pink Paws.” COVERGIRL worked with Katy to find just the right formula for the demi-matte lipstick, which creates beautiful color due to a fine pigment dispersion, the right balance of natural mica to create that matte look, and the perfect moisture balance with ingredients such as shea, aloe and avocado butter.
Read More“100 new shades and so little time,” said the Beauty Junkie NEVER! We’re dying over the new Vice Lipstick ($17) collection from Urban Decay. With brand new colors as well as some of your old-school faves, this lippy line-up comes in six different finishes such as: mega matte, comfort matte, cream, metallized, sheer and sheer shimmer.
Read MoreLooking to perk up tired skin? Look no further. In my quest to discover the best and brightest in non-toxic beauty, I have stumbled across something that I knew even my husband would like. Let me be clear, this was not an easy task. He's not the kind of guy who enjoys getting his nails done, nor does he understand the deep and abiding love that people (like me) can have for skin and beauty products. But when I found this line, I knew I hit gold.
Read MoreDon’t you love that feeling of the cleanest-skin-in-the-world the minute you leave the spa? And then it fades after a couple of days (boo!) but now you can savor that luxurious facial moment as Burke Williams Day Spa is now offering their own professional grade skincare line, H2V.
Read MoreIf you're like us, you're already dying over the rumors that Victoria Beckham (or Posh Spice to some of you!) recently collaborated with Estee Lauder for her own makeup collection. She's already killed it when she collab-ed with Nails Inc. So, let's just put those rumors to rest and confirm that she is indeed launching a 14-piece capsule collection which will be sold on esteelauder.com starting September 13th. Inspired by four of her favorite cities - Los Angeles, New York, London and Paris - you'll want to get your hands on her illuminating primer, lipsticks, matte bronzers and eye shadows. But for now, check out her "Blend It Like Beckham" video...yes, even Posh does 'how-to' videos these days.
Read MoreCarmex has been around for 79 years, and is a staple at every drugstore checkout counter. Immediately recognized by its yellow packaging (in a jar, tub or stick), Carmex has added Lip Balm Sticks with SPF 15 ($1.59) to their lineup. Now you can have even more fun in the sun, knowing you’re getting those smackers protected from damaging UVA and UVB rays. With this water-resistant formula, go ahead and swim or surf to your heart’s content; the coverage lasts up to 80 minutes! These lip balm sticks come in super fun summer flavors such as cherry, strawberry and original.
Read MoreWe all associate certain sensations with summertime, and Estée Lauder has wrapped all of those things up into a dreamy new body lotion, Bronze Goddess Whipped Body Crème ($45). This luxurious crème will transport you to a sunny beach in the tropics with its exotic Golden Amber scent. Your skin will savor every drop of natural oils, from Olive Fruit and Grape Seed, to Rice Bran and Apricot Kernel. It’s like a trip to the tropics every time you apply this crème soufflé, even if only in your mind…
Read MoreBy now you know a handful of my absolute favorite organic and natural beauty products that are perfect for the summer. I sat down with my dear friend and celebrity makeup artist extraordinaire Toby Fleischman (with clientele among the likes of Evan Rachel Wood, Ruby Rose, Ellen Page and many more) to find out what some of her natural must-haves are.
Read MoreYou literally have no excuse for sparse or misshapen eyebrows anymore with benefit’s goof proof eyebrow pencil ($24). It’s like magic for your brows! This customized pencil has a wide tip and pointed end, which perfectly fills and defines brows with ease. Brows are filled and shaped in a few easy strokes, then blended in with the spoolie brush, found at the opposite end of the pencil. The formula is easy to apply and blend, and comes in six colors. And what’s even better? The waterproof wear lasts 12-hours. So feel free to swim, sweat or dance in the rain this summer…your brows aren’t going anywhere!
Read MoreSummer is here! And the need for good products is real. But summer doesn't have to mean dry or tired looking skin and hair. I've scoured the best and brightest in clean, natural, cruelty free beauty to bring you a few of my absolute favorite new finds. I've even asked an expert friend for hers. I promise, these must-haves will leave you feeling radiant and ready to face the summer sun!
Read MoreIt’s summertime! Time to hit up your local gym for the latest yoga or HIIT classes. If you’re in a time-crunch, like the rest of the world, and need to head off to your next meeting (or Bumble date!), then we’ve got the most gym-worthy beauty products for you to keep stashed in your gym bag.
Read MoreWe all know what it’s like to do a detox diet every now and then, the kind of “quick fix” to rid the body of toxins and excess waste. But don’t forget about one of the most important parts of the body that needs a bit of purification, too…your hair! If you’re having days of limp, lifeless hair, it could be due to product buildup in your tresses and scalp. Luckily for you, we’ve narrowed down to the top five ways to detox your hair. From high-end, sweet-smelling suds, to an all-natural approach, you’ll find the best detoxifying shampoo or treatment bound to get your hair back in the bouncing game.
Read MoreCurly girls unite! It’s time to stop flat ironing and straightening and let your hair be free this summer. Curls and waves could not be more #trendy right now, and ABBA is here to be your best friend when it comes to maintaining those luscious locks. Follow these simple steps to get the summer’s hottest waves and curls.
Read MoreLet’s face it; we don’t live in a perfect, puffy-eye-free world! Luckily, beauty genius Kate Somerville has come up with your new “first-thing-in-the-AM” product. What I’m talking about is De-Puffing Eye Balm ($38) from her latest Goat Milk collection. It comes in a twist tube, and gently glides on the skin for a smooth application. The smell is heavenly and soothing, just like the actual product, which is made up of Goat Milk, Natural Milk Proteins and Manuka Honey.
Read MoreIf you haven’t heard of the superbly intelligent perfume company, Pinrose, then you’re truly missing out. The journey starts when you complete their incredibly fun “scent personality” quiz, which asks you to choose your preference of various images from landscapes to a modern or classically styled bathroom. Then… voila! From those 11 questions, they’re able to decipher what scent is perfect for you.
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