On A Roll– Why The Pacifica Tuscan Blood Orange Dry Roll-On Rich Body Oil Needs To Be In Your Summer Beach Bag!

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Body oils can be the most exquisite moisturizers — especially when applied to slightly damp skin after a refreshing shower — but, no matter how effectively the ingredients penetrate the skin (and, some oils mimic the sebum better than others), you need to apply body oil sparingly, using moderation, if you want to avoid feeling greasy (after all, your skin is an organ and, as such, it can only absorb but so much before becoming saturated).

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These 10 Straw Totes Will Weave Together Your Beach-Ready Summer Looks!

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When you dream of an island getaway, chances are you imagine gorgeous white sand, turquoise-colored ocean waters, and plenty of palm trees to provide shelter from the beaming sun and a gentle breeze.

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Mistaken Identity –The L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Last Lip Color Doesn’t Quite Deliver An Error-Free Performance

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Nowadays, women expect more from their makeup products so that, when it comes to lipstick, they demand shine, opacity, vivacity, hydrating qualities, transfer resistance, staying power, SPF protection, and more.

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Capture The Tassel — This Season’s Fashions Have Tassels As A Common Thread

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The idiom “letting it all hang out”  takes on new meaning this season thanks to the abundance of tassel embellishments on everything from garments to sandals, handbags, hats, belts, and jewelry.

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Even In Beauty, Orange Is The New Black — Energize Your Senses With New Dove Go Fresh Revitalize Collection

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We all know citrus-based scents tend to have an energizing sensory effect, their zesty notes uplifting our senses and literally adding a pep to our step.

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The Nut Job — Take A Crack At The Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Collection

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It’s been four years since I first discovered (and subsequently raved about) the Macadamia Professional hair care line, which back then was a limited collection consisting of six nourishing products designed primarily for dry and frizz-prone strands.

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Only For The Young? — My Thoughts On The Origins Original Skin Renewal Serum With Willowherb

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You’ve ever been on a date with a guy who is good on paper (good-looking, nice family, right job, desired level of education, and so forth), only to discover that, despite meeting all the basic criteria, he simply didn’t light your fire?

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La Boheme — Glisten all Summer with Pieces fom the Ale by Alessandra Jewelry Collection for BaubleBar

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There’s a beautiful photo on my vision board of Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio wearing a printed dress and knee-high gladiator sandals while standing on the wooden planks in front of a wooden beach house, her two children perched atop a windowsill directly behind her,  each of her hands holding one of her children’s hands protectively.

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What I Wore This Morning On Telemundo NY’s “Primera Edición” — Classic Polka Dots and Cherry Red Accents

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I’ve always been a fan of classic black-and-white polka dot patterns — there’s something so timeless and fun about both the spotted motif and the monochromatic color scheme.

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Start Summer Off On The Right Foot With New Matisse x Kate Bosworth Footwear Collection

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Celebrity collaborations are nothing new in the world of fashion, but their frequency has steadily increased in recent years, with Zooey Deschanel teaming up with Tommy Hilfiger, Lucy Hale collaborating with Hollister, Iggy Azalea teaming up with Steve Madden, Eva Mendes designing her own apparel and accessories line for New York & Company, Alessandra Ambrosio launching a limited-edition jewelry collection for BaubleBar, Cara DeLevigne lending her discerning eye to a new DKNY collection, and many more instances.

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