Taking your skin from winter to spring (and then to summer) can prove a difficult task: Breakouts, blotchiness, excess oil secretion are all par for the course. Winter is more drying on the skin, thus it is important to use a thick moisturizer – for face and body. But come hot and humid weather, the heavy creams will only lead to a greasy complexion. While our skin needs hydration year round, as the seasons change, so too must our moisturizers. The cream-gel moisturizer has become quite popular for the warmer (make that, sweatier) months. While a gel consistency is lightweight, the feel of …
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Facial Serums
February 6, 2012 / Comments (0)
I have this longstanding misconceived notion that, because I have combination to oily skin, I should dry my face until it prunes into something out of “The Grapes of Wrath.”
One thing I’ve learned from my years in the beauty industry having the privilege to work and talk with so many fascinating skin care experts is that hydration and moisture are two very different things. You can have oily skin, not much need for moisture, but serious need for hydration. Think of hydration as the H2O levels that help to plump and radiate. Moisture, however, is for those who have dry, flaky and cracked …
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Things That Vibrate
January 6, 2012 / Comments (1)
Ever since purchasing my first Clarisonic (I’m about ten years late on the trend), I am on a vibrating kick. Don’t read too far into this… I’m referring to vibrating tools for skin and body care (insert joke here). Let me try to explain myself better. I’m talking about beauty tools like a vibrating razor and, of course, the vibrating (or “oscillating” in beauty terms) mascaras that were the “it” thing a few seasons back. There’s something so soothing about a product that offers vibrations to your skin, teeth and lashes. It reminds me of a spa massage – but… not. More like a …
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The Bold Day Lip
October 11, 2011 / Comments (0)
There’s nothing like a little color to make your face smile. And, considering that we’re officially into fall territory (although this 80 degree NYC weather could have you fooled), a pop of bold is sure to brighten even the most bleak and grey of days.
That’s why I’m currently obsessing over the bold lip — even for day wear! Yes, the bold lip has mostly been associated with your night looks – party, clubbing or a black tie affair – but I’m ready to take it to the streets (during sunlight hours, of course).
Here’s the trick - the bold day lip should be …
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Bronzers for Fall
October 7, 2011 / Comments (0)
It’s just about that time of year when my skin starts looking dull, lifeless and lackluster. The summer tan fades (a nice golden hue without the sun damage thanks to my SPF, naturally) and the pre-winter paleness sets in.
That’s why I am such a fan of bronzers! I use a bronzer year-round but it’s even more crucial to my makeup routine come fall and winter. Let’s face it, we all look healthier with a bit of bronze.
These are a few of my favorite bronzers this fall:
1 – Clinique Face Bronzing Gel Tint – This isn’t a traditional powder bronzer, but it …
