Hey, honey! Among other astonishing things I’ve discovered in the last few weeks…did you understand that when silent film starlets would wear lipstick on camera in the 1920s, the lipstick would register as black on film? Also, although perhaps less interestingly, I’ve lastly figured out that the key to properly utilizing deal with masks is…
Month: February 2023
The Surratt appeal Relevée Lash Curler or the Shiseido Eyelash Curler?
I got these two curlers during the Sephora VIB sale last month since I needed to replace my ancient, much-loved Shu Uemura curler. Yup, my bit trooper lastly broke (RIP). ADVERTISEMENT I’d heard that they’re similar to Shu’s curler as well as checked out some rave reviews, as well as so, in normal Karen fashion,…
Would You wear These Shoes? The Steve Madden Jillyy platform sandal
Steve Madden Jillyy platform sandal ($149.95) Oh, hell yeah, I’d wear ’em, even though that heel is straight-up CRAY (it’s 5-1/2″ with a 1-1/2″ platform). I’d be so tall in these… It would be GLORIOUS!! I’d have to keep them strictly as house-to-the-restaurant-and-back shoes, though. things like that. absolutely NO stairs or daily errands. I…
A Bronzed Babe face of the Day With too Faced, Estee Lauder, hourglass and a lot more
inspired by DVF SS16’s appeal look I’m in shorts ideal now! So let’s chat about bronzers! I recently created a look inspired by Diane Von Furstenberg’s Spring-Summer 2016 makeup because I wanted to challenge myself to finally use some colorful eyeshadow. And…I loved it! I can’t wait to explore a lot more colors now, and I…
Some thoughts on makeup and Life
You guys. So, it occurred to me the other day when I did the same look for the umpteen millionth time with lashes, liner and a nude lip that I might be in a makeup rut. Like a severe makeup rut! ADVERTISEMENT And I think I need help. So, where do you go when you…
Blur the Line between drugstore as well as High end with Maybelline’s Master Contour Kits
Mid-application of Maybelline’s Master Contour set in Light to medium 10 I seriously like me some Maybelline. The very first palettes I gravitated to as a tween makeup enthusiast were Maybelline, and, as an adult makeup lover, the brand continues to be, by far, the most bought economical makeup in my collection. At their cost…
This Under-Eye Concealer Hack Is a Gamechanger
very minimalist makeup with NARS Soft Matte Concealer applied underneath my eyes and set with NARS Translucent Crystal Powder I’m gonna propose something kinda crazy here concerning under-eye concealer, but if you bear with me, I think it could be worth your while. It’s something I’ve been doing pretty regularly for the past few weeks…
MAC Unsung Heroes: MAC Fleur Power blush
MAC Fleur Power Blush The long-running Unsung Heroes series right here on makeup as well as beauty blog features a few of my all-time preferred long-term collection products. ‘Tis the season for smoky eyes, fa-la-la-la-laa-la-la-la-laaaa! But there isn’t just one season for smoky eyes, fa-la-la-la-laa-la-la-la-laaaa! ADVERTISEMENT Every season is a great season for smoky eyes,…
Saturday Surfing: August 26th, 2017
I’ve been feeling a little like this picture this week… Scattered all over the place. Why are humans so inconsistent? One week I feel motivated and organized and ready to go, and then I have a week like this one, where I never felt like I was firing on all cylinders. I dunno… It’s just…
Some thoughts on Pimples as well as Perfectionism…and a evaluation of the It Cosmetics Bye Bye Breakout Full-Coverage treatment Concealer as well as Powder
satisfy Julian! I have a pimple. BAM! — best there on my chin. ADVERTISEMENT I’ve named him Julian (hi, Julian!). Julian truly hurts as well as feels like he has roots that dig miles as well as miles into my skin. He most likely came about because of a combination of elements — eating much…