March 23, 2017

This Product Gives You Heavenly Scented Hair

March 23, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

You know those times when you really need to extend that blowout just one more day? Throw a workout day into the mix and you’ve got dirty, slightly greasy hair that might just start smelling a little too much like your true self. That’s when your new favorite hair product comes bouncing into your life in the form of philosophy’s Amazing Grace Dry Shampoo ($24). If you’re already a fan of the perfume, then you will die and go to heaven with this new hair product! With floral scents galore, this style extender dry shampoo contains hints of bergamot, muguet blossoms and musk – everything you need to disguise any slight “day-too-long” hair odor.

March 15, 2017

5 Ways To Beat Those Dry Winter Skin Blues

March 15, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With spring just around the corner, some of us are in denial that we’re still in the winter season. The erratic weather has us going from blustery snowfalls to out-of-the-ordinary heat waves in all parts of the nation, which is causing monumental problems for our skin. But don’t fear! We tested out some products that saved our skin from head to toe, and they’re so effective that you might just want to use them year-round.

March 10, 2017

This One Product Can Line Your Eyes And Lips With Just A Click

March 10, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Remember the good ol’ days in school, when your trusty interchangeable Bic pen provided you with four colors based on your current mood? The convenience of it all – to have one pen, instead of four, giving you all that room in your backpack for more important stuff (like Bonne Bell Lip Smackers and Love’s Baby Soft Mist…)

March 08, 2017

Find Out How Pur-lisse Supports Women Today And Every Single Day

March 08, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

In celebration of International Women's Day, pur-lisse is giving back in a BIG way today. For each sale of their Skin Survival Kit, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Look Good Feel Better, an organization that helps build self-esteem, appearance, and confidence to cancer survivors.

February 28, 2017

How To Get Plump Lips – The Pain-Free Way

February 28, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

If you’re squeamish around needles, and the thought of them coming anywhere near your face is a little scary, then we have an alternative treatment to give you that Kylie Jenner pout. NIOD’s Bio-Lipid Concentrate ($60) is a topical serum designed to increase visible lip redness quickly, minus any pigments or dyes. This scientific formula was designed to trigger collagen, hyaluronic acid and lipid production. It also causes the lips to retain water, so they appear fuller and more plump.

February 10, 2017

Beauty Guide: A Day For Celebrating Your Galentine

February 10, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With Galentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to give the most important person in your life a little beauty appreciation. Yes, we’re talking about your bestie! We’ve put together a fun beauty guide on how to give your BAE a beauty day she won’t forget, from a relaxing spa treatment, to our “no makeup” makeup recommendations, so she’ll look and feel great on the way to a mimosa-filled brunch!

January 16, 2017

The Indie Beauty Expo Hits LA On Jan. 18th

January 16, 2017/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

If you're like us and love all things beauty, then you must check out the Indie Beauty Expo this Wednesday, January 18th (from 5-9pm) in Downtown Los Angeles. This exhibition will include the smaller, independent beauty brands ranging from makeup, skin to hair, nails, and more. You'll be able to get "how-to" tips from brand experts as well as watching panel discussions about beauty, lifestyle, and wellness. It's all wrapped up in one spot - one night only!

December 19, 2016

6 Luxury Beauty Items Bound To Make You The Most Popular This Season

December 19, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Sometimes you’ve gotta “fake it ‘til you make it.” However, these luxurious beauty items, are not only affordable, but quite likely will make you the most beloved belle of the ball this holiday season. From wintry warm candle scents to REM-level deep sleep, these generous gifts will make you a VIP gift-giver this year!

December 16, 2016

Luxury Skincare Sets That Will Make Your Skin Glow

December 16, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

‘Tis the season for racking your brain over what to get that friend or family member who has the most insane skincare regimen, or who has none at all. You know, the friend who’s always looking to reduce and diminish wrinkles (even when we don’t see them!), or the friend who’s a purist, insisting on using only “all-natural,” “organic” products. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out our top 5 luxury skincare sets that will put a smile on anyone’s freshly glowing face this holiday season.

December 15, 2016

These $40 & Under Holiday Beauty Buys Are Everything

December 15, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

We all understand what it means to be on a tight budget around the holiday season, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting a great gift. When it comes to finding that perfect something for the beauty and skincare lover on your list, we’ve come up with our top six items that we’d even like to keep for ourselves. Hey, we’ve been very good this year!

December 14, 2016

Why These Stocking Stuffers Will Put A Smile On Everyone's Face

December 14, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Who doesn’t fall victim to impulse shopping on Christmas Eve? Well, calm down; we have some great ideas for filling up that stocking for your loved ones. We’re sure they’d much rather enjoy one of these beauties than a last-minute find of an eyeglass repair kit or phone charger. (Just a hint!)

December 07, 2016

The 5 Best Ways To Firm Your Neck This Winter

December 07, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

When it comes to anti-wrinkle and anti-aging products, often the most visible place we forget is our neck! With the colder weather coming, a seemingly simple solution to hiding wrinkles would be to grab a scarf or don a turtleneck. But if you don’t want to just hide the problem under layers of fabric, we’ve come up with five great firming solutions. From natural creams to Gwyneth Paltrow’s personal favorite fix, read on so you too can say “bye, girl” to wrinkles and unwanted lines.

November 14, 2016

Find Out How Essie Captured Autumn In Tokyo With Their New Fall Collection

November 14, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Inspired by the majestic, autumnal colors of Japan, essie’s new fall 2016 collection is so fun that you’ll literally want to change your nail polish every single day. From deep berries and plums to light pastels, the range of colors represent everything from the city’s wild street style to its eclectic cuisine.

October 27, 2016

This Is How You Can Become Your Own Skin Chef

October 27, 2016/ Nancy Himmel

If you’ve ever wanted to concoct your own skincare products, now you can with Odacite's newly launched Synergie[4] Immediate Skin Perfecting Beauty Masque ($59).

This amazing masque is a complete beauty treatment. Formulated with cofactor ingredients that work synergistically with one another, this potent probiotic powder lets you detox, peel, brighten and firm your skin. All you need to do? Simply add water. But, this is where it gets really good. You can supercharge each SYNERGIE with ingredients from your refrigerator or pantry. A beauty recipe guide is included in each box, which suggests everything from raw juices and red wine to turmeric and coconut oil.

October 05, 2016

Burt’s Bees Will Give You The Perfect Pucker For Fall

October 05, 2016/ Nancy Himmel

Looking for a lip product that gives you that ideal hint of color and cares for your lips at the same time? Look no further. Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balms ($5) are everything you've been looking for. These balms come in six modern shades, provide wearable sheer coverage and don't break the bank. Packed with moisture-rich ingredients such as Vitamin E and Shea Butter, they go on smooth to reveal your healthiest looking lips. Our go-to colors: Pink Blossom and Sweet Violet. Perfect for that natural pop of color this fall.

October 03, 2016

My Top Choices For Year-Round Face Protection

October 03, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

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!).

September 30, 2016

You Don't Want To Miss Out On This Hot Cologne Offer From Mugler

September 30, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

As 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.

September 22, 2016

This Vibrating Flat Iron Will Give You Next-Level Straight Hair…Fast

September 22, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Do 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.

September 20, 2016

Summer Never Ends At This Hawaiian Spa

September 20, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’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.

September 16, 2016

Katy Perry Launches Her First Collection With COVERGIRL

September 16, 2016/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

She’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.

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