Month: June 2020

Pigment-Depositing Conditioners to Keep Color Fresh & Vibrant

Whether you’re dealing with some serious faded hair color and can’t make it in to see your colorist for a while, or are just yearning for a way to give your mane a change without taking drastic measures and reaching for some potentially-dangerous box dye, color-depositing conditioners are the perfect way to revive your hair color subtly and safely— and of course, without risking causing damage and breakage thanks to harsh ingredients.

Aside from giving your strands a pigment pick-me-up that won’t leave you with a post-application panic attack and/or in a state of grave regret, these hydrating, and restructuring hair conditioners are also a good way to repair existing damage, breakage, split ends and dryness caused by bleach or hair color. I mean, why not get both done at the same time, right? Whether you’re platinum blonde battling brassiness, a vibrant cherry-hued redhead with major fading or a rich brunette mourning the loss of vibrance, these multi-purpose hair conditioners will help bring your hair back to life without having to step foot in a salon.

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The Best Purple Eyeliner to Elevate Your Beauty Routine

If you can’t live without your trusty black eyeliner, switch it up and give purple a chance. The color brightens every eye color—especially brown eyes. We love purple eyeliner as on its own or against another bright shade for an eye-catching look. Or, you can use your favorite black liner as an anchor to make the purple stand out even more. You’ll never get bored playing around with colorful liner.

Use a purple eyeliner pencil to create a pretty smoky eye that’s unexpected. Smudge the bottom lash line for an allover sultry vibe. With a liquid liner, try a new take on the cat-eye or go with the floating eyeliner trend by swiping the color along your crease. You really can’t go wrong. And if you make a mistake, people will just think you’re being creative with color. It’s basically a win-win.

If you have sensitive eyes or are wearing lash extensions, look out for oil-free, hypoallergenic and fragrance-free formulas that won’t irritate your eyes or break down your lashes. If you’re planning on running around in the heat, waterproof and smudge-proof formulas will ensure your hard work stays put all day and night.

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Beauty Essentials to Battle Post-Workout Breakouts

Exercise is not only good for our physical health and mental wellbeing but because it increases our blood flow and brings in oxygen to the skin, it’s also good for the skin too. However, there is a caveat here to consider—working out can also create the perfect breeding ground for bacteria, sweat, and yeast to thrive, putting you at risk of clogged pores and blemishes after an intense sweat sesh (a.k.a. “sweat pimples”). When we workout (and sweat, for that matter), we get a major boost in circulation, which allows our pores to open, making them susceptible to drawing in excess sebum, bacteria, skincare, and makeup products that can leave us with skin congestion, blackheads, and someone’s (those hard, little white bumps that usually crop up on your forehead).

If you wear makeup to the gym, you may want to reconsider because the residue and oil in many complexion products can actually become trapped in our pores. Excess moisture from the oils in skincare or our hair can also create a moist hotbed on the skin’s surface, fostering fungal growth (we know, gross). While preventative measure like pulling your back and washing your face before you break a sweat are the first line of defense, if you are battling the bumps and clogged pores courtesy of your fitness routine, there are a few products that can help you get rid of them fast without skipping your spin class for the sake of flawless skin.

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Stephanie Hollman’s Yellow Floral Top

Stephanie Hollman’s Yellow Floral Top on Instagram

Real Housewives of Dallas Instagram Fashion 2020

With COVID-19 restrictions continuing to lift in the state of Texas, it appears as though the Real Housewives of Dallas had a mini reunion over the weekend to celebrate Stephanie Hollman’s 40th (um, what?!) birthday. And while many of us are still patiently waiting for our states/provinces to get out of phase one (me included), thankfully we can still move on right now to the next phase of preparing a cute outfit for when that happens: clicking “add to bag” on Steph’s yellow floral top. 

Fashionably,

Faryn

Stephanie Hollman’s Yellow Floral Top

Click Here to Shop Her Bronx and Banco Bodysuit

Photo: @KaryBritt

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This Lip Plumper Sold Out at Sephora—Is it Worth the Hype?

I was obsessed with lip plumper in high school. I’m in my mid-30s so it was all about DuWop’s Lip Venom back in the early-aughts. Since then, brands such as Too Faced, Lipstick Queen and Buxom have come out with their own temporary lip plumping gloss. (All very good, BTW.) When a new one hit Sephora and quickly sold out, I knew I had to try it. Dr. Lara Devgan’s Platinum Lip Plump has really great reviews on TikTok and Instagram but that’s not the only reason why I had to get my hand on this magic-in-a-tube.

I have to thank my mom for this one. She sent me Dr. Lara Devgan’s Instagram a year ago telling me I had to follow this board-certified plastic surgeon out of NYC. Somehow with a Manhattan practice and six children (!), Dr. Devgan was able to launch a medical-grade skincare launch—which just hit Sephora. So if you can’t get to her office for a little nip, tuck and injection, you can at least use her products. These include Peptide Eye Cream ($215 at Sephora), Hyaluronic Serum ($245 at Sephora) and Vitamin C+B+E Ferulic Serum ($145 at Sephora) that cost a pretty penny but so far have 5-star reviews. Oh, and that Platinum Lip Plump.

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What drew me to the plumping gloss is how it not only makes lips appear fuller but it also protects the skin with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 30, as well as mixed molecular weight hyaluronic acid and ceramides. These two ingredients hydrate and nourish the lips and improve softness. But what actually plumps the lips? Well, not irritators that OG lip plumpers had such as cinnamon and menthol that burn like hell. Instead, Dr. Devgan uses niacin (Vitamin B3) to gently vasodilate lip tissue, turning them a pink shade.

lip plump before

Image: Elizabeth Denton.

Now, I don’t have a lot of lip to work with. I don’t mind the shape of my lips but they are definitely on the thin side. Lip injections are awesome but I’ve always been a bit too big of a baby to get them. The first thing I noticed about Platinum Lip Plump is that it does feel hydrating, like a non-sticky thin gel. I applied a generous amount to my lips, going outside the lip line even though the directions tell you not to. (I’m a rebel.) After about a minute, the tingling starts. It’s not as intense as former lip plumpers but it’s there. It’s totally manageable, though.

After about two minutes, my lips definitely looked fuller and a bit pink.

lip plump after

Image: Elizabeth Denton.

I checked them out in a different light, too, and was pretty obsessed with the results.

lip plump after

Image: Elizabeth Denton.

The only bad thing about Platinum Lip Plump is it makes me want to get lip injections for real. Just subtle, natural-looking ones. In the meantime, I’ll apply this whenever I want a little boost. It’s sold out at Sephora right now but you can sign up for when it comes back in stock or check back here. You can also grab it on Dr. Devgan’s website.

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