For girly girls and fans of the city of lights, love and high-style, fashion giant YSL has graced the beauty world with a brand spanking new fragrance, Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne Eau de Parfum. The flirty aroma fuses together blackberry, damask rose and sandalwood and is inspired by the notion of living and loving in […]
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Tool Talk with Barneys Makeup Brush Designer Claudio Riaz
Black bag sightings, a sudden parking shortage and glossy new buildings lining Scottsdale Road — ah yes, Barneys New York is here and if you didn’t have enough reasons to max out your Visa, I’ve got another one. Last week I met with Claudio Riaz, makeup brush master and creator of the exclusive Claudio Riaz […]
Hello Barneys! Five Things to Love about Barneys New York Beauty Lounge
It’s official, Barneys New York has opened its sleek glass doors for business at Scottsdale Fashion Square! Along with high-end fashion and shoes that made us nearly faint, Barneys Scottsdale is a luxe beauty playground with a boutique and airy vibe that paints an artistic backdrop for the coveted cosmetic brands. We hit the spanking […]
No Prescription Necessary: Review of Code AI Lash Extend Serum
While the price of Latisse varies (between $99 and $130 depending on where you get it), the coveted and celeb-endorsed lash growth treatment is available by prescription only and requires a visit to the doc. We’ll do just about anything to avoid the doctor’s office so we’ve been eyeing the new crop of lash extenders […]
Cool Weather Countdown: Pumpkin, Spice and All Things Nice
It’s nearly here! That crisp, cool time of year when we trade lounging by the pool for sipping hot cocoa by the fire. Get into the spirit of the season with these fall-worthy beauty goodies. Give as party favors, wrap up for a doting hostess or outfit your own bathroom in adorable autumn flair just […]
She Bangs: H2pro Pink Styling Iron to the Rescue
Why, why do I do this? Every other year or so I decide I want bangs and then, only then, do I remember that the sexy sweep of fringe across my forehead that I so covet does not mix with the stubborn cowlick that brings my hairline to its naturally geeky halt. So here I […]
LATHER Celebrates 10 Years with Sweet $10 Deals
LATHER is turning the big 1-0 and celebrating the momentous occasion by giving loyal fans, product enthusiasts and shopaholics alike a chance to save big on their bestselling products! For the first time in the history of the company, 10 select skincare and aromatherapy favorites will be marked down to $10 for 10 days only […]
Magic Wand: LOreal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara
After painting our lashes with the pricier sphere-shaped application brush from Givenchy, we couldn’t wait to see how the new L’Oreal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara stacked up. Completely different from your ordinary mascara wand, the brush first gained a following in Europe and looks like a ball covered in itty-bitty spikes. Its spherical shape makes […]
In the Pink: Beauty Products and Events that Support Breast Cancer Awareness
We’re gearing up for Breast Cancer Awareness month with beauty-minded products and events that raise the pink flag in support of Breast Cancer organizations. Throughout the month of October, stock up on your go-to beauty essentials or try something new with these limited-edition products created uniquely to fund research, prevention and other charities committed to […]
Star Power: New Fame Brilliant Shine Lip Glosses from Sephora
Dig out your skinny jeans, neon graphic tees and retro Converse kicks because 80’s revival is hitting high volume this fall with the highly anticipated remake of Fame. To celebrate the release of the big screen musical, Sephora is going Fame-ous with a new collection of Sephora Brand Fame Lip Glosses. The high-shine glosses come […]
Oscar Blandi Gives Julia Louis-Drefus the Glam Treatment for the 2009 Emmys
We can’t say we were Lady Gaga over her dress (Jennifer Love Hewitt’s gown made us swoon) but her shoes were hot and her hair was pure Hollywood glam. Funny lady Julia Louis-Drefus got her red carpet locks from none other than hair A-lister Oscar Blandi himself using his rockin’ line of products. Word is […]
Undercover: LOreal EverPure UV Protect Spray
Summer sun can take a toll on hair, especially colored hair. Keep it protected and prolong time between salon visits with the new L’Oreal EverPure UV Protect Spray from their Sulfate-Free Color Care System. The tress-conditioning concoction comes in a fine mist formula that adheres to strands for protection against UVA and UVB rays. The […]
