Let the Good Times Roll, My New Favorite Cleanser

Jan 20, 2013

When I studied abroad in the United Kingdom, I discovered the wonders of Lush Cosmetics. All of Lush’s products are fresh and handmade with vegetarian and/or vegan ingredients. Also, they do not test products on animals, something I look for when I purchase cosmetics, skincare or hair care items.

If these facts weren’t enough to draw me in, the products actually work and did wonders for my skin. Recently, on a trip to the King of Prussia mall outside of Philadelphia, I stumbled back into the world of Lush and purchased products that I have used in the past, but also some new ones. Read More

Review: Josie Maran Bear Naked Wipes

Nov 17, 2012

I’ve been working late the past few nights, so I’ve been coming home and falling asleep. These facial wipes, Josie Maran’s Bear Naked Wipes (travel size, $6, Sephora), have been a lifesaver. Unlike other wipes I have used in the past, these get ev

ery little bit of makeup off of my skin. Also, I don’t have to scrub or do extra washing to get my face clean. They do all the work for me, which helps me save time after a long day and get to sleep faster.

Josie Maran Bear Naked Wipes

Review: Bioré vs Boscia Nose Strips

Nov 10, 2012

A friend recently told me about Boscia’s Pore Purifying Black Strips and how they have received rave reviews online. I’m a fan of the drug store favorite, Bioré Pore Strips, and I was interested to see how they stacked up against the Boscia strips

(6 for $15 at Sephora).

From left, Boscia pore strips; Bioré pore strips

Your New Best Friend, Your Blemish's Worst Enemy: MB Drying Lotion

Oct 27, 2012

Ever get an unsightly pimple or blemish right before a big event? That happens to me all of the time. After years of being frustrated by this constant problem and using tips and tricks from friends with no luck, I discovered a solution: Mario Badesc

u’s Drying Lotion ($17).

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

Brush Cleaners Comparison

Sep 29, 2012

I am really into the ideas that people post on Pintrest. I recently read a pin on Pintrest that said a cup of hot water mixed with one tablespoon of distilled white vinegar is an effective makeup brush cleaner. I found this interesting, beca

use I have a small bottle of Sephora’s Daily Brush Cleanser, $6.

So I decided to test my store bought brush cleaner against this homemade brush cleaner. All I purchased for the homemade cleaner was a

small spray bottle, which I picked up for $1. The vinegar I borrowed from my mother’s pantry.

I decided to test this out on two very well used eye brushes of mine. I begin by layering two tissues together and spraying a bit of the product on the tissues. I used about five sprays of each product on the tissues. Then, I swirled the brushes on the dampened tissues. I used a few more tissues to get the brushes completely clean.

The homemade cleaner with cleaned brush.

LUSH Face Skincare Review

Jun 6, 2012

On a recently trip to the mall I decided to take a look in LUSH. And of course I couldn’t go in without coming out with something. I have been looking for some new skin care products because my skin has been acting up lately. I talked with the girl working there and she recommended a few products to me, so let’s see what I got…

A Skincare Routine for Combination Skin

May 13, 2012

Amy recently wrote a post on her night time skincare routine for combination skin. I have combination skin too and have just (hopefully) perfected my routine for during the day so I thought it would be nice to share it with you guys! (Linda has also written a morning skincare routine post, go check that out!)