September 2012 Archives

I’ve tried a lot of lip products in my day. A LOT. But the one I keep coming back to, month after month and year after year? Stila Starfruit Lip Glaze.

Now, a lot of people think this lipgloss is too sticky. And, yes, I agree that it can be. But I choose not to let that bother me, because the color is just that good. The coral hue shimmers and shines whether it’s on its own or other another gloss or lipstick. It’s sexy and sensual but still girly and cute—the perfect combination, wouldn’t you agree?

At the end of the day, I just feel happy when I wear it. And, really, isn’t that what makeup is all about?

Stila Starfruit Lip Glaze retails for $22 at beauty.com.

Want your beauty products to do double duty? Well, not every one will, but the products below sure will! Check out these new uses for your favorite beauty products.

Clear nail polish stops runs in your tights.
Okay, maybe everyone knows this one by now. But we think it deserves reiterating, simply because THIS. TRICK. WORKS. No matter how big or small the run, a dollop of clear nail polish (like Maybelline Color Show Nail Lacquer in Clear, $3.99 at drugstore.com) will nip it in the bud. Guaranteed.

Baby powder gets rid of shoe odors.
So you absolutely love the pair of shoes you’ve been walking around in for two weeks, but there’s some bad news. They stink. And it’s not just noticeable to you. That’s where Johnson’s Baby Powder ($4 at diapers.com) comes in handy. A little sprinkle of it in your insoles and no one will be able to smell anything, least of all you.

Baby shampoo gets stains out of clothes. So does dishwashing liquid.
Another baby product that does double duty? Johnson’s Baby Shampoo ($4.49 at diapers.com)! Just a little dab on the affected area and then a rigorous hand washing will get those stains right out. But if you don’t have any baby shampoo on hand, don’t fret—because dishwashing liquid works just as well! Think about it—it gets grease out of your dishes, why not your clothes?

While some celebs took home the coveted Moon Man award at the MTV Video Music Awards last week, it was Rashida Jones’ glowing makeup job that was worthy of accolade. Jamie Greenberg, mark’s celebrity makeup artist, explains how she achieved the soft, warm glow on Rashida, “I buffed mark Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream Cubes All Over Face Palette on her cheeks, and kissed them with mark Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Cheeky. I set the makeup by dusting her face and decollate with mark Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder in Bronze.” 

Summer may be over (cue the crying now), but it’s still hot, humid and sticky outside. And you know what that means? We’ll still be spending a whole lot of time on the beach or walking around outside! So, as a result, we need our trusty La Prairie Ultra Protection Stick by our side.

We love this stick because it protects anywhere you want to roll it! Lips, nose, ears, under the eyes, the eyelids, even the backs of your knees … you name it, you can rub it there! We especially love it as a lip balm, since it moisturizes and conditions the lips and lasts for hours—and, since we’re addicted to lip balm, this makes us happy!

Plus, it’s formulated with SPF 40. How great is that?

La Prairie Ultra Protection Stick retails for $70 at neimanmarcus.com.

The Goody Finish Gel Cushion Brush is part of the Goody Start. Style. Finish. line of hair brushes. And it’s probably my favorite of the entire collection. Its bristles are both ionic to help minimize frizz and made of tourmaline to prevent static, and it also has a great, comfy gel cushion handle that makes holding it so effortless. This is my favorite brush for after I’ve blown my hair dry and just curled the ends under, as it smooths my fly-aways and locks in the shine and style.