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LimeLife by Alcone Review

11/03/2016

I first heard about LimeLife by Alcone at The Makeup Show. James Vincent (a makeup artist I really respect ) spoke about them and one of the founders, Madison Mallardi, spoke in a keynote later that day. I really liked their vibe and wondered why I’d never heard of it before. The way LimeLife by Alcone came...

Blog Birthday Giveaway

10/31/2016

I love and appreciate you all, and I want you to know that. I don’t get too personal on here, despite some saying I should, because I want to protect my family, friends and even my pets from the criticism I often face by putting my content on the internet. But as long as you...

Mana private label Lip Line

10/26/2016

If you’ve been following my private label journey, you know that a few weeks ago, I shared that the Mana Private Label (formerly Your Name Pro) lip products I ordered had arrived. I only gave you a little sneak peek so in today’s post, I’m showing you all the products and shades I’m planning to...

BITE Beauty Lip Lab Review

10/24/2016

When I was in New York last month, I visited the BITE Beauty Lab on Prince Street and thought I’d share my thoughts on the experience and the custom lip color I created. I first heard about the BITE Beauty Lab years ago and it’s been on my beauty bucket list ever since. BITE is...

Trader Joe’s Skincare

10/18/2016

These 3 Trader Joe’s skincare items can always be found in my shower. Not only are these products cruelty free, but affordable, effective and paraben free. For starters, Trader Joe’s is one of the most enjoyable places to shop. If you have one near you, you know what I mean. Everyone is friendly and nice, the samples...

Rainbow Sugar Skull Makeup

10/17/2016

Despite my many Halloween makeup tutorials, I’ve never done a sugar skull. I have done it for others, but thought perhaps it had been too overdone to ever do a tutorial. However, after a seriously failed panda tutorial attempt, I decided to go the complete opposite direction. The panda (except that it was basically a...