August 25, 2026

The Summer Beauty Edit: 15 Beauty Products Worth Trying in 2026

August 25, 2026/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Summer may be winding down, but no one said your glow had to go with it. After months of testing everything from glow-boosting skincare and heat-proof makeup to hardworking hair heroes and seriously good body care, we’ve narrowed it down to the products that actually earned their place in The Summer Beauty Edit. Think of this as your last-call-for-summer beauty list—with plenty you’ll want to keep reaching for long after the rosé and pool floats have been packed away.

May 08, 2026

The Wellness Fragrance Brand to Know: Ascention at Ulta’s Mother’s Day Sale

May 08, 2026/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, now’s the perfect time to pick up a new signature scent for your mom—or any mother figure in your life—thanks to the Ascention sale at Ulta. Through May 10, the brand’s refillable fragrances are 25% off, making it the ideal excuse to gift a little luxury with meaning.

August 21, 2025

The Easy Way to Nail a Late Summer Manicure: Press-Ons We Swear By

August 21, 2025/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

As late summer lingers, the last thing we want to do is spend our golden hours stuck indoors at the nail salon. That’s why press-on nails are our ultimate shortcut to chic, fuss-free manicures right now. Maybe your quirky aunt wore them back in the day, but truthfully—they’ve never lost their cool. We’ve rounded up our favorite brands that are must-haves for the season.

June 25, 2025

Hot Weather Heroes: Top Summer Beauty Essentials for Head-to-Toe Glow

June 25, 2025/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With summer officially launched, we’ve now entered glow-up season—and our skin, face, and hair are ready for it. Whether you’re beach-bound or just brunching in the sun, this roundup of summer beauty essentials has you covered. Think ultra-hydrating serums, silk scrunchies that won’t pull your hair out (literally), and sunscreens that love your skin and the planet. From exfoliating must-haves to post-sun pampering picks, here’s everything you need to stay protected, polished, and perfectly dewy all summer long.

May 15, 2025

Why This Week is The Best Time to Buy Oribe Products - Hint: Mega Sale!

May 15, 2025/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

We’re obsessed which means you’re obsessed with Oribe’s products and this week only you can get some of their most popular products on sale for 20% off (no promo code needed), except on sets. Yes, you read that correctly, it’s not a typo. That means 20% off of our faves which we’ve listed below…

May 13, 2025

Why This Sunscreen by Blissoma Screams Summertime Protection (And All Year Long)

May 13, 2025/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With global warming these days, it’s hard to keep up with swiftly changing weather but if you’re like most of us, once that weather warms up and the sun pops out, we’re headed outdoors or near a sunny window. No matter what level your sun exposure is, it’s always important to apply sunscreen to the face which is why we’ve fallen head-over-heels for this Blissoma’s new Photonic - Light Shifting Solution SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen ($60-$68).

April 16, 2025

Dr. Pimple Popper Debuts a New Lifetime TV Series on the Red Carpet

April 16, 2025/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Even the squeamish can’t get enough of the ever-popular Dr. Sandra Lee (aka Dr. Pimple Popper) and who can blame them with over 17M TikTok followers. And now she’s launching her new series exclusively on Lifetime, Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out, which premieres on Monday, April 21st at 9p/8c.

November 25, 2024

Why You Need The World’s First C-Shaped Lighter-Than-A-Cappuccino Hair Dryer

November 25, 2024/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With over-priced hair dryers on the market, it’s hard to decide on which hair dryer you really need that will meet all of your hair styling needs which is why the BLEX C1 Hair Dryer ($99) is the answer to your prayers. As the world’s first C-shaped hair dryer, it’s super lightweight design allows for faster drying while keeping hair shiny, smooth and protected.

September 13, 2024

The End of the Summer Beauty Products That Might As Well Be Used Year-Round

September 13, 2024/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s the end of the summer but the heat is still at an all-time high with the sun beating it’s harsh rays on a daily basis. It’s now more important than ever to not forget to protect our skin, relish in the last few weeks of donning summer colors on our skin, and nourishing our hair and skin to our very best. We rounded up our fave end of the summer products for you to grab before the fall collections start to bombard the shelves of all of your fave drugstore and online shops.

February 05, 2024

13 Things That'll Make you Blush, Pout, or Chill for Valentine's Day

February 05, 2024/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, your list could involve a significant other, your besties, or hey, one for yourself. How can you resist a heart-shaped cheek balm, a vampy lip liner by icons Lady Gaga or the one and only beauty icon Charlotte Tilbury, or a luxurious pure silk set designed to enhance your beauty sleep. We’ve put together our top list for the V-day reckoning that will surely make anyone recipient on your list happily surprised.

December 18, 2023

You Should Be Giving These 15 Beauty Product Gifts This Year for The Holidays

December 18, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s our Annual Holiday Gift Guide and we couldn’t be more excited to share some of our faves that we’ve tested out already. We’ve also included fave products from celebs who’ve created their own beauty line or collabed with a brand such as Rihanna, Kate Hudson, Lady Gaga, and even Dr. Pimple Popper. From candles to advent calendars and eye creams, these are our 15 top beauty gifts to give this year.

December 11, 2023

This is Our Luxe Beauty Holiday Gift Guide Designed to Spoil Your Loved Ones

December 11, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

For the discerned person on your list who enjoys the finer beauty-ful things in life, then this Luxe Holiday Gift Guide will help you find just the perfect gift for them. From Rihanna’s signature fragrance to a pure silk robe, these items will be sure to check every box on your bougie loved one’s list. And you might even find a gift to treat yourself to as well because let’s face it - you deserve it.

November 14, 2023

Why The Gift of Botox or Fillers Are The Perfect Holiday Gift - Thanks To Cosmetic Injectables Center

November 14, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s that time of the season when we start to think of our loved ones and how each year we try to see if we can top last year’s gift. For the avid beauty lover and fountain of youth believer who do not discriminate against a little botox or fillers, what better way to treat that person than giving them the gift that keeps on giving – a gift card to Cosmetic Injectables. And while you’d probably like to give your own advice on what your friend could choose as an option, we sat down with Dr. Sherly Solemain and RN Melody Kohagura to get a complete course on the pros and cons of botox vs. fillers, the best places to get these injections, and how to best prepare for your treatment if you have sensitive skin or a low pain threshold (like us).

August 24, 2023

We Love This Lush x Spongebob Squarepants & Here's Why

August 24, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

What do you get when Bikini Bottom kingdom meets the eco-friendly, vegan skincare brand Lush? A Spongebob Squarepants collab, of course!

This limited-edition collection contains an assortment of bath bombs, soap, bubble bomb, and body balm, which are bound to appeal to kids of all ages who enjoy a good soak in the tub.

August 22, 2023

Why We're Obsessed With These Before & After Summer Skincare Products

August 22, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

It’s been a hot summer, and while some of us are still seeking out the sun in tropical locales, others of us are trying to minimize any time we have in the sun (or need to recover from a surprise sunburn). You may get tired of hearing it from your mom or your dermatologist, but they can’t stress enough the importance of always protecting your skin with sunscreen. But also, let’s not forget how to care for our bodies post-sun when it has taken a beating. From face sunscreens to hydrating body creams and oils, we’ve put together our top list of products to use pre and post sunning. And for the love of the sun gods, wear a hat in the extreme heat because skin damage is real with lasting effects.

July 26, 2023

How to Fake a Sun-kissed Glow with Caudalie's Smooth & Glow Oil Elixir

July 26, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

If you’re trying to stay cool in this summer heat, then you’re most likely taking more than one shower per day which is why we fell in love with Caudalie’s Smooth & Glow Elixir ($49). This body oil is the perfect accompaniment after a shower or lukewarm bath (because it’s HOT outside) as it leaves skin hydrated with a sun-kissed glow yet it doesn’t leave your skin with a greasy or oily residue feeling.

April 06, 2023

14 Travel Beauty Set Reasons To Finally Leave Your House and Explore The World

April 06, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

Now that the world has opened up again and we’re not stuck at home - it’s time to get out there whether it’s across the state, country, or to another continent. Bear in mind - you don’t have to sacrifice your multi-step skincare and haircare regimen as these beauty travel sets or travel-friendly items are easy to pack and carry with you when, for once in your life, you’ve packed light. From clean beauty skincare sets to chewable mouthwash tablets, these 14 travel items are the best products to jet-set around the world with.

March 15, 2023

Find Out How This CLE Cosmetics Balancing Act Moisturizer Packs a Punch

March 15, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

When we heard about CLE Cosmetics’ new facial moisturizer, we had to get our hands on it immediately. As a massive fan of the CCC creams that magically dispense as a white cream, when blended on the face it transforms to your selected skin tone, we knew there was more magic to be found in their new Balancing Act Moisturizer ($38).

February 09, 2023

Here's Why Caudalie's New Rich Cream Can Soothe Those Winter Dry Skin Blues

February 09, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

If you’re already a huge fan of Caudalie’s Premier Cru Collection (like we are!), then you’ll understand why their newest addition to the collection was so important. While the Premier Cru Cream was already a fan fave, the Rich Cream ($129 for 50ml) takes your skin hydration to the next level.

February 07, 2023

11 Wellness Products That Will Help Kick Start The New Year

February 07, 2023/ Lorna Soonhee Umphrey

In the new year, which let’s be honest has already started at a rapid-fire pace, we need to still remind ourselves how important it is to take care of our bodies not only from the outside, but from the inside as well. Whether it’s a protein smoothie or electrolyte drink to the serene scents of patchouli or mayan copal, we’ve put together our top 11 fave wellness products to get you started off on the right step, but maybe at a little slower pace. That’s right, take a deep breath before jumping in head first and start or end your day with these products.

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