I have discussed the Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream Foundation since its initial launch years ago and this week, the brand released a reformulated version that I (like many of you) have been eagerly awaiting. Set against the backdrop of another favorite recent procurement–a Patrick Nagel “Shades” print–are swatches of 23 shades in this exquisite formula along with a […]
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Even though we may be in the heart of summer, our minds are already becoming cognizant of the inevitable transition to fall , and with that comes a seasonal shift in the products involved in our respective beauty routines.In response to this intrinsic change, I have carefully chosen 22 skincare and makeup products (25 if you include 3 style picks!) […]
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After a spring that simultaneously moved both at a snail’s pace and lightning fast (who else can relate?), it feels the arrival of summer was exceptionally sudden. Albeit entirely welcome. To celebrate this new phase of life–warmer, brighter and filled with hope–I am excited to share an effortless bold lip look! This aligns with the season, featuring products exclusively from […]
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The *NuBODY Skin Toning Device Despite exercise and a healthy diet, trouble areas of the body often persist. We could all use some extra reinforcements at times. Especially from less-than-toned zones to bumpy areas bearing the dreaded signs of cellulite. Enter the *NuBODY Skin Toning Device. This genius tool harnesses the power of microcurrent technology. It helps smooth and firm […]
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We finally made it to our local dog beach escape a few days ago…the wide open space and salty sea air was good for the soul and also provided the perfect backdrop for me to document and share some new beauty and skincare loves…chiefly, elements of the Chantecaille Summer 2023 collection and a host of warm weather skin and (firming!) […]
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July is here! Along with unbridled sunshine, two online classes . Aslo, a lot of uncertainty across the nation and the world. It also has brought an array of new beauty and skincare launches that I am excited to share in tandem with a slice of real-life at home. Skincare. In terms of skincare, I’ve been using a mix of […]
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Living by the beach in Southern California has many perks…fresh air, friendly people and lovely weather…except in June. During this month, the marine layer–otherwise known as “June Gloom” makes an appearance in the morning and stays around all day. For someone who spends much of the week photographing her inanimate subjects in direct sunlight, this time is pure torture.Today, instead […]
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Harmonizing nature-inspired marble packaging with some of most wearable neutrals ever, the limited-edition *MAC Electric Wonder Collection is the perfect foray into the summer months. Focusing on bronzed skin and nude lips, this sublime collection–which is brimming with shades to compliment a spectrum of skin tones–is selling out fast. Consequently, I am excited to show you closeups and swatches from […]
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Like a ray of sun following rain showers galore, the latest pieces from Violette’s capsule collection with Estee Lauder–appropriately named Oh Naturelle!–have arrived, delivering a decadent wash of warm and effortless color reminiscent of a summer vacation on the French Riviera in the 1960s.Today I am excited to share an overview of the new releases as well as a full […]
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Introducing the *Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream to Powder Foundation I’ve been taking great delight in testing the *Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream to Powder Foundation for nearly two months and am over the moon that it is finally available at Clé de Peau counters all over the country!As its moniker implies, this revolutionary formula applies as a […]
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