I’m always searching for some magical way to make my eyelashes appear longer and fuller, without spending a fortune. Recently, I resorted to wearing false lashes (self-applied) and needless to say, the results were not pretty. So I tried a new product, Maximum Lash, from the International Cosmetic Associates. It’s pretty cool; it goes on […]
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Make Up For Ever HD: Makeup that Really Does Last and Last
Last Friday was one long, hot mess day. It started at 4 a.m. with a flurry of emails, tweets and blog posts. By 8:00, I was kicking the floor fan into high gear so I could primp for a live taping of Sonoran Living at the ABC-15 studios that morning. An hour or so later […]
Beauty Steal: Stila Hits the Road with New Travel Palettes
Every girl needs a little Stila in her life. The packaging is sexy, the message is fun and the makeup colors are 100% pretty. And starting this month, the Stila Girls are also a little more worldly as they hit the road with a new travel palette collection. Launching every month from now through November, […]
Prime Time: LOreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base
With a name that includes the words “magic” and “perfecting,” the new L’Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base had a lot to live up to in my mind. I’m always very cautious about face products; I have a tendency to break-out and hate taking that risk. I was intrigued though by this new primer from […]
Beauty Exclusive: Pre-order MAC Opulash Mascara
I’ll readily admit it. I’m obsessed with mascara. Have been ever since I snuck in my mom’s makeup drawer and painted on the first layer to my baby fine lashes (little hint, be sure to put things back exactly where they were when you go riffling through your mom’s beauty stash). So here’s the big […]
Fresh Face Makeup Tips from Barneys Brush Designer Claudio Riaz
With a knack for brushes and charming personality that instantly reels you in, we can't help but adore celebrity makeup artist Claudio Riaz. Gracing Barneys New York in Scottsdale for a quick visit, we met up with this charismatic brush designer to uncover the secrets to looking younger with the right makeup application. Perched on […]
Sparkling Beauty Report: Tarina Tarantino Launches New Makeup Line
Yes, we’re obsessed with all things pink. And we couldn’t help but adore this new beauty line brought to you by the queen of sparkle herself, Tarina Tarantino. Known for her rhinestone-adorned jewelry creations and giving Hello Kitty a hip, new facelift, Tarina Tarantino has just landed a new beauty line any girly-girl can’t help […]
Spring Preview: Estee Lauder and Michael Kors Very Hollywood Makeup Collection
It’s only February but with new eye, lip and nail colors hitting shelves, we’re officially crushing the chic shades of spring. One splurge-worthy collection on the top of our list is the Estee Lauder and Michael Kors Very Hollywood Makeup Collection. For a limited time, Estee Lauder and Michael Kors are teaming up for a […]
Product Review: Lauren Luke My Smokey Classics Makeup Kit
The girl behind the YouTube video alias Panacea81 and creator of her own makeup line, Lauren Luke hits the road this month for a nationwide tour with stops at Sephora stores from Miami to Los Angeles and a few lucky spots in between. Not your ordinary makeup personality, Lauren hit it big in the beauty […]
Shadow for Dummies: Eye Majic Instant Eyeshadow
For special occasions or a night out, I’m all for doing it up big. Go crazy with color and brave the ever popular smoky style with Eye Majic Instant Eyeshadow. These small foam strips contain a light, tri-colored shadow dusting and are a serious cinch to apply. As a neutral-lover, I was a little skeptical […]
Go for Gold: Opulent Shimmer Powder from Estee Lauder
Holidays or not, a girl’s gotta have a little sparkle to her smile and Estee Lauder’s limited-edition Opulent Shimmer Powder hits the spot. Packaged in a gold mirrored compact, the gorgeous golden powder came out with the cosmetic powerhouse’s holiday collection (read: it may not be available much longer). You can dust it above your […]
Eye Love: M.B. York Beauty Ammo Kit
Mary Beth York has room to talk pretty. She's tall, blond and one hot momma (of one girly girl in training). She's also not the type to keep all her beauty secrets to herself. Celebrity makeup artist, aesthetician and former day spa owner, Mary Beth York launched her M.B.York Beauty Ammo Kit as a triple threat […]