When Kiehl’s first released its Rosa Artica Youth Regenerating Cream, a number of customers and beauty critics (myself included) commented that, while the cream did wonders to hydrate the skin, it also felt a bit thick, making it less practical for use on steamy summer days or in climates that are warm or humid year-long.
DIY nail art may continue to thrive but, this season, we’re starting to see an exciting new trend in regards to nails — one that focuses less on particular shades or patterns and, instead, emphasizes texture.
Even in the realm of fragrance, fashion designer Donna Karan has refused to conform to confining notions of femininity, insisting that her scents explore every facet of womanhood rather than ill-conceived notions of “sugar and spice” or of outdated”prim and proper” memes.
In what seemed like the blink of an eye, Zoya went from a relatively unknown but buzzy brand beloved by beauty junkies, industry insiders, and nailophiles, to a fixture during New York Fashion Week, with nail technicians creating gorgeous looks for the models working the runway.
If you were smitten with the new Sally Hansen Halloween 2012 Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips designs featured in our Halloween goodie showcase, then we’ve got a special treat for you (no tricks over here!).
Admit it: even if you hung up your Mickey Mouse ears and stopped singing “Part Of Your World” in the shower, your eyes still twinkle when you lay eyes on some adorable Disney wares, especially if they reference the animated films you marveled over as a child.
You’ve likely perfected a traditional smoky eye, with its dramatic black, gray, and white tones, and even toyed with a softer, more daylight-friendly version of the look using neutral shades ranging from creams to espresso and rust browns.
Chances are, at some point in your childhood or adolescence you heard someone suggest that you spritz your fragrance into the air then walk into the misty air so as to have the scent swathe your whole being, thereby guaranteeing that it won’t register as overly potent or intrusive.
In life, love, education, and parenting, we often talk about the importance of strong foundations.
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