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Glamcor Riki Skinny Mirror Review

02/08/2017

In makeup, photography, life in general, lighting is everything. I can see a big difference in makeup I’ve done, either on myself or a client, when I had ideal lighting vs. not. That’s something that we can’t always control, unless you arm yourself with the right tools. For my friends who often get ready in the...

Cozzette Review

02/05/2017

There’s someone I want to introduce you to. His name is Roque Cozzette and his cosmetic and brush line is freaking bomb. I first met Roque (pronounced Rocky) at The Makeup Show Chicago. I was enamored with his metallic shadows after swatching them and his vegan brush line after feeling them. Roque is a lovely and talented soul...

Keratin Lash Lift and Tint

01/26/2017

As a beauty blogger for the past 4+ years, I’ve tried a lot of products and all sorts of beauty treatments. I am not your typical blogger thats squeals that they are obseeeeessed with everything I try. I’m a tough critic. I don’t remember the last time I was genuinely blown away by a beauty treatment....

Winter Skincare Routine

01/13/2017

I’ve lived in Iowa my whole life so I’m quite used to cold winters, but every year at this time, my Facebook feed fills with “whyyy do we live here again?!” and “I’m moving to Florida!” Honestly, I like Iowa a lot but my skin doesn’t always agree. When running the heat nonstop, it’s a struggle-fest for dry skin....

Best Beauty Subscription Box

01/13/2017

Subscription boxes are a concept that has become super popular in the last 5 years or so, especially in the beauty world. As a beauty blogger, I’ve had the opportunity to try a few of them out. Of all of the subscription boxes I’ve tried, one emerges as the clear winner to rule them all, Glossybox....

LimeLife by Alcone Perfect Eyeshadows

01/10/2017

When it comes to eyeshadow, what do we want? We want rich pigment, we want blendability, we want color range and we want long wear time. When it comes to eyeshadow, I am very particular and judgy. Doing eyeshadow is my favorite part of doing both my own makeup and others’ and I’ve tried many formulas,...