The Low Down on Shiseido's Revamped White Lucent Line
Shiseido recently updated their White Lucent line to include a few new products as well as a revamped White Lucent MicroTargeting Spot Corrector Serum. I've used the old Shiseido White Lucent Total...
View ArticleClarins Instant Light Gloss & Perfect Trio Love
A couple of weeks ago I spotted a trio of full-size Clarins lip products from their Instant Light line and happened to have a giftcard I was saving for a good deal so I quickly nabbed the set. I...
View ArticleMy 10-Step Makeup Routine for Work Days
I'm very impressed by people who are able to consistently wear a full face of makeup everyday because I certainly don't. I wear makeup between two to four days during the work week, depending on how...
View ArticleDeclutter Diaries: April 2016
Over the last couple weeks I've picked out a bunch of products that I'm decluttering from my collection and I've rounded them up here. I'm not going to go into detail on why each product is getting...
View ArticleSephora & Dermstore Haul: Must-Have Repurchases and New Skincare
I didn't go crazy during the recent Sephora sale because 15% off just doesn't justify a huge haul. I was planning to restock on my beloved Beauty Blender Solid Cleanser at Sephora but saw that...
View ArticleThree Hot Pink Lips For Every Budget
In celebration of the amazing weather we're having this weekend in New York City, I've pulled out a few bright lip colors that I think are best suited for spring and summer. I hardly wear bright lip...
View ArticleIs the SKII Facial Treatment Mask Worth the Money?
I gave the SKII Facial Treatment Essence a go awhile back and I'm surprised to see that I never talked about it on here. I bought the starter set that came with the famed Facial Treatment Essence and...
View ArticleMarch & April 2016 Empties
I used up a lot of beauty products in the past two months, as evidenced by the overflowing pile of empty jars and bottles I've scurried away for this post. Let's get into an overview of what I've...
View ArticleMemebox Loot: Benton Box, Sheet Masks and More!
When I first started learning about skincare and makeup through the Internet over six years ago, I was really interested in Asian beauty products but it was difficult to find legitimate retailers that...
View ArticleTarte Haul Feat. Tartelette in Bloom
When Tarte was having 30% off during their recent friends and family sale, I couldn't resist picking up the Tartelette in Bloom Palette. I've been more keen on matte eyeshadows lately and thought this...
View ArticleClinique Eyeshadow Additions: One to Get and One to Skip
The Clinique Cheek Pop blushes put the brand back on the map in terms of makeup but it was the Lid Pop eyeshadows that caught my eye. I was particularly intrigued by the shade Petal Pop because it was...
View ArticleBonvivant Botanical Mask Packs: Aloe & Mint + Tea Tree
I admit I can be a bit of a skincare snob at times but when it comes to sheet masks, I've found many affordable ones that work even better than pricey ones. In Asia, many women (and some men) use sheet...
View ArticleShopping My Stash: Summer Cheek Trio
Even though summer doesn't start for another three weeks, it sure feels like it! While I'm tempted to go out and buy a bunch of glowy bronzers, coral blushes and golden highlighters, I decided to be...
View ArticlePanning Lately: From Dior to the Drugstore
Having amassed more makeup than I realistically can use up, I frequently change up my routine to keep things interesting. So it's not very common that I hit pan, much less use up an entire tube or...
View ArticleMy Custom TheBalm Eyeshadow Palette: Swatches & Review
If you follow me on Instagram, you'll know that I was in California earlier this month which partially explains why I've been so quiet on here in the last few weeks. I still have to edit the photos I...
View ArticleThe Origins of the Cushion Foundation: 3 Things You Probably Didn't Know
When I tried my first cushion foundation over two years ago at the beginning of 2014 after a two week trip to South Korea, I fell head over heels immediately. I knew it was a great concept but I had no...
View ArticleCalifornia Roadtrip Views: LA - SLO - SF
Happy 4th of July! I thought it would be fitting to share some photos from last month's trip to California. My boyfriend and I drove from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo to San Francisco along the coast...
View ArticleSummer Skincare Chat: Shiseido, Benton, First Aid Beauty and Lush
It's been disgustingly hot and humid in New York for the past few days so what better time than now to chat about some skincare products I've been using lately to keep my skin in check? This is by no...
View Article5 Things That Have Been Living On My Vanity
It's been awhile since I shared my makeup favorites with you guys and I just so happen to have a couple of stand-out products I reach for frequently at the moment. One glance at these products and you...
View ArticleMulti-Masking with Ole Henriksen's Power Bright
I've been on a skincare kick lately so I was really excited when I qualified for the recent Influenster Ole Henriksen campaign*. I've used Ole Henriksen's popular Truth Serum and a couple of other best...
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