Beauty Routine Checklist Featuring Nordstrom

Beauty Routine Checklist Featuring Nordstrom

As a beauty writer, I often receive questions about my “top” products in every category and, when formulating an answer, I always identify the products that effortlessly make it into my beauty routine. A successful beauty routine contains products that seamlessly blend into one’s day-to-day experience. They perform predictably and consistently and, in my preference, have the potential for lasting […]

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My Comprehensive Skincare Wardrobe

My Comprehensive Skincare Wardrobe

A couple of weeks ago, I posted a makeup free image on Instagram and mentioned that the skincare wardrobe that I’ve been diligently using has contributed to a newfound confidence in my bare skin. In my adult years, I’ve always felt better with makeup–however natural the look–on and, while skincare has been consistent focus, it hasn’t resulted in a freedom […]

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Skincare Brand Spotlight: Strivectin

Skincare Brand Spotlight: Strivectin

I remember when I first tried Strivectin; I was in college and my mom and I had begun our venture into advanced skincare. It was refreshing to find a product that worked on both of our skin types and we ran through multiple tubes with great satisfaction.Since then, the line has expanded beyond its original breakthrough formula to updated products […]

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Peachy Pink Nude Galore: A Budget-Friendly Beauty Look

Peachy Pink Nude Galore: A Budget-Friendly Beauty Look

Peachy. Pink. Nude. These colors speak to me on every level of life…from clothing and art to food (cheese! melon! bread!) and, of course, makeup, these tones anchor my aesthetic. After some recent requests for an accessible and budget-friendly take on my favorite beauty look, I challenged myself to carefully choose products that rival my luxury leanings–this time from Walmart–that […]

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Sulfate-Free Haircare my Hair Loves: A Beachside Review

Sulfate-Free Haircare my Hair Loves: A Beachside Review

Pantene Nutrient Blends Hydrating Glow with Baobab Essence.I wash my long hair every other day which means that I go through copious amounts of shampoo, conditioner and detangler on a regular basis. The bright side is that this consumption en masse yields the opportunity for me to constantly try new formulations. Enter the brilliant Pantene Nutrient Blends Hydrating Glow with […]

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Lightweight Heavy Lifters: The SUQQU Glow Powder, Fresh Skin and Body Care and Current Base, Brow and Lip Favorites

Lightweight Heavy Lifters: The SUQQU Glow Powder, Fresh Skin and Body Care and Current Base, Brow and Lip Favorites

Applying my weightless Christian Audette lip color in Golightly. With spring less than four days away, today I am sharing a round of lightweight, versatile formulas that do the heavy lifting of the most stalwart of products. From a featherweight foundation powder and multitasking face cream to body care, base, brow and lip color options that will constitute a veritable […]

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A Luxurious Deep Dive Into French Skincare: Orlane

A Luxurious Deep Dive Into French Skincare: Orlane

The latest innovation from Orlane, the B21 Extraordinaire Dark Spot Radiance Serum.When it comes to French skincare, Orlane is one of the most luxurious and efficacious brands on the market. Founded in 1947 and currently 100% family owned, I like to think of this Orleans-based research-first range as a well-guarded secret amongst beauty connoisseurs. Today, I am thrilled to spotlight […]

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