Month: June 2021

I’ve said it before and I’ll proudly say it again — when it comes to mascara (whether drugstore, premium or luxury) Essence’s Lash Princess formula, is hands down my favorite of all time. When I found out the drugstore beauty brand was launching a new member to the Lash Princess collection, I knew I had to get my hands on it STAT. While I love the original Lash Princess Falsies Effect Mascara and have been using it for over five years (I always use the waterproof version), I simply had to give the new Lash Princess Curl Mascara a review.

Essence decided to launch this new addition to the Lash Princess lineup because fans had been requesting a curling formula for years — the collection already includes False Lash Effect (my tried and true holy grail), Sculpted Volume, and Volume formulas — each designed with different formulas and brush shapes to help create the desired result. The Lash Princess Curl Mascara is designed with a peanut-shaped wand, which allows you to get from root to tip and build volume while maximizing the curl factor. Best of all, this formula doesn’t flake or clump — sure, sometimes I do like that look, but on the daily — not so much.

Courtesy of Essence.

Buy: Essence Lash Princess Curl Mascara $4.99

Compared to the other mascaras in the Lash Princess line, the Lash Princess Curl Mascara definitely adds more of a lift and curve, but the difference is subtle. With that being said, the formula is still stellar and it wears all day without smudging, smearing, or transferring — and yes, I did try the non-waterproof version and it held up like a dream. For reference, I applied this mascara at eight in the morning in ultra-humid Austin Texas weather before boarding a flight back home to Los Angeles, which made for about a twelve-hour day, so I’d say it passed the long-wear-friendly test without a doubt.

Courtesy of Mia Maguire.

Above see the difference between my bare lashes (left) and two thin coats of Lash Princess Curl Mascara (right).

Buy: Essence Lash Princess Curl Mascara $4.99

Full disclosure: my best pandemic beauty habit was being consistent with my brow and eyelash serum (I swear by both the GrandeLASH and GrandeBROW formulas, BTW), so my lashes are already in good shape, but this mascara really did tighten the curl without having to use an eyelash curler. In comparison to its fellow Lash Princess counterparts, the Curl a drier, thicker consistency, which I personally think helps add more volume to the lashes as opposed to solely length.

Unlike the Sculpted Volume formula, however, the Curl doesn’t allow you to build up as many layers without clumping, but that’s the price you pay for that extra curl. Overall, while the Lash Princess Falsies Effect will remain my ride-or-die, the new Curl Mascara has definitely made its way into my go-to mascaras drawers and you best believe I’ll be taking it with me the next time I travel.

Melissa Gorga’s Coral Tie Shoulder Dress on Instagram

Real Housewives of New Jersey Instagram Fashion 2021

Lights, camera, fashion! According to Instagram it appears as though the cast of RHONJ got together to film an event for Season 12 at Teresa Giudice’s iconic house the other day. And although that place may apparently still be on the market (or maybe it’s in escrow or something?), we definitely don’t see the same thing happening with Melissa Gorga’s coral tie shoulder dress after this post. 

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Originally posted at: Melissa Gorga’s Coral Tie Shoulder Dress

I’ve said it before and I’ll proudly say it again — when it comes to mascara (whether drugstore, premium or luxury) Essence’s Lash Princess formula, is hands down my favorite of all time. When I found out the drugstore beauty brand was launching a new member to the Lash Princess collection, I knew I had to get my hands on it STAT. While I love the original Lash Princess Falsies Effect Mascara and have been using it for over five years (I always use the waterproof version), I simply had to give the new Lash Princess Curl Mascara a review.

Essence decided to launch this new addition to the Lash Princess lineup because fans had been requesting a curling formula for years — the collection already includes False Lash Effect (my tried and true holy grail), Sculpted Volume, and Volume formulas — each designed with different formulas and brush shapes to help create the desired result. The Lash Princess Curl Mascara is designed with a peanut-shaped wand, which allows you to get from root to tip and build volume while maximizing the curl factor. Best of all, this formula doesn’t flake or clump — sure, sometimes I do like that look, but on the daily — not so much.

Courtesy of Essence.

Buy: Essence Lash Princess Curl Mascara $4.99

Compared to the other mascaras in the Lash Princess line, the Lash Princess Curl Mascara definitely adds more of a lift and curve, but the difference is subtle. With that being said, the formula is still stellar and it wears all day without smudging, smearing, or transferring — and yes, I did try the non-waterproof version and it held up like a dream. For reference, I applied this mascara at eight in the morning in ultra-humid Austin Texas weather before boarding a flight back home to Los Angeles, which made for about a twelve-hour day, so I’d say it passed the long-wear-friendly test without a doubt.

Courtesy of Mia Maguire.

Above see the difference between my bare lashes (left) and two thin coats of Lash Princess Curl Mascara (right).

Buy: Essence Lash Princess Curl Mascara $4.99

Full disclosure: my best pandemic beauty habit was being consistent with my brow and eyelash serum (I swear by both the GrandeLASH and GrandeBROW formulas, BTW), so my lashes are already in good shape, but this mascara really did tighten the curl without having to use an eyelash curler. In comparison to its fellow Lash Princess counterparts, the Curl a drier, thicker consistency, which I personally think helps add more volume to the lashes as opposed to solely length.

Unlike the Sculpted Volume formula, however, the Curl doesn’t allow you to build up as many layers without clumping, but that’s the price you pay for that extra curl. Overall, while the Lash Princess Falsies Effect will remain my ride-or-die, the new Curl Mascara has definitely made its way into my go-to mascaras drawers and you best believe I’ll be taking it with me the next time I travel.

Revlon’s magical hairdryer and brush-hybrid has been generating buzz for the past two years, and for good reason. The game-changing tool you never knew you needed has garnered rave reviews, and even been deemed a salon blow-out alternative. That’s why it’s so notable whenever the already budget-friendly Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer is on sale.

As part of Amazon’s Prime Day, which officially kicked off on today, the hot air brush—usually $59.99—is only $44.99. Yes, a game-changing hair tool is under $50. This is not a drill. It’s got plenty of fans to back up the hype, too. The dryer has a whopping 112,000 reviews on Amazon and a 4.6-star rating. That’s nothing to sneeze at, especially on Amazon.

I snagged myself a Revlon One-Step two months ago. I have notoriously frizzy hair, and despite many to traditionally blow dry my hair with a hair dryer and brush, I could never master the perfect blow out. I totally gave up a few years ago and just started air-drying my hair.

The brush, which is honestly larger than I expected, blasts hot air through holes on the brush. You can choose from three different heat settings or a cool dry setting. I personally use the lowest setting. It boasts tufted bristles with nylons pins that help to detangle and style at the same time. I feel like I have more control when I dry my own hair than I ever did with the chaotic classic dryer. My hair turns out soft and smooth, so I’m giving this brush two very enthusiastic thumbs-up.

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Courtesy of Revlon.

Black Dryer

This is the lowest price you’ll find for Revlon’s popular hair tool, so you should take advantage of this ah-mazing. deal.

Courtesy of Revlon.

Mint Dryer

The black dryer is $12 cheaper than the mint version, but this mint volumizer is still seriously discounted.

What do Drew Barrymore, Olivia Culpo and Meghan Markle have in common? They’ve all credited Kate Somerville’s skincare as one of the reasons for their gorgeous skin. Now, you can get in on the action at a serious discount. Kate Somerville’s popular ExfoliKate line is on sale for Amazon Prime Day 2021. A whopping 10 products from Kate Somerville are 30 percent off for just the two days of the event.

Here’s why the ExfoliKate line is such a favorite. Exfoliating is the key to minimizing fine lines, acne, visible pores and dryness. But you can’t just grab any ‘ol scrub and rub way at your dermis or you’ll damage your skin barrier. Kate Somerville products have the efficacious formulas you need with even the most sensitive skin in mind. For example, the popular Intensive Exfoliating Treatment is like a facial in a bottle for all skin types but those with more sensitive skin will get the payoff in just one minute minimizing irritation. You can cater each product right for your own skin.

It’s hard to choose which ExfoliKate products to purchase so we’re breaking down some of our favorites, below, as well as a few from the other collections. You really cannot go wrong.

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Kate Somerville.

ExfoliKate Cleanser

This daily cleanser features AHAs and fruit enzymes to gently remove dirt, oil and makeup.

Kate Somerville.

ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment

If you can’t get to Kate Somerville’s clinic in Los Angeles, this treatment is the next best thing. Lactic acid and fruit enzymes exfoliate skin in just 1-2 minutes. Use it once a week for glowing skin and clear pores.

Kate Somerville.

ExfoliKate Glow Moisturizer

This daily facial moisturizer hydrates and soothes with Napol Cactus fruit extract and hyaluronic acid, while glycolic and lactic acid gently exfoliate.

Kate Somerville.

EradiKate Acne Treatment

Switching gears to the EradiKate line, this nighttime spot treatment uses 10 percent sulfur, zinc oxide and BHAs to shrink an active pimple and minimize future breakouts.

Kate Somerville.

Wrinkle Warrior

Or maybe you’re looking for something to target fine lines and wrinkles? Choose this serum and moisturizer in one for its hydrating and wrinkle-smoothing power with HA³, amino acids and glucosamine.