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Steve Miller Band said it best: “Time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’ into the future.” And with the passing of time, we see changes in our skin — unwelcome changes …
Are you in the market for clean, sustainable beauty brands? You’re not alone. According to researcher MarketResearch.biz , the clean beauty market is projected to quadruple in size over the …
Studies show that your gut microbiome influences your health in a big way. The gut microbiome is a complex community of microorganisms that live in your digestive tract. Collectively, they …
You’re embarking on the trip of a lifetime to explore distant lands, bask in different cultures, and create incredible memories. And, of course, you’ll have a camera at the ready …
Ugh, acne scars. Even if you’ve found a regimen to keep pimples at bay, past breakouts have a way of hanging around — in the form of scarring. At best, …
This post outlines the beauty treatments makeup artists used on Hannah Waddingham and Rosamund Pike for the Golden Globes. Affiliate links are included, which may generate a commission at no …
What’s trending in makeup as we near the end of 2023? As usual, beauty trends are all over the place — ranging from ’90s-inspired brown lips to rosy pink cheeks. …
Looking for the best CC creams? We have a list for you! We scoured Google search data to identify the five most in-demand CC creams on the market today. CC …
Spring always welcomes fun beauty trends that inspire us to new looks. This season, fun is an understatement. From fresh and vibrant colors to new techniques, the spring 2023 beauty …
Changing up your go-to lip colors is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to make the style transition into fall. To help you (and me) stay on trend, I …
I couldn’t find the numbers, but I’d bet that money spent on beauty face masks spikes over the holidays. I know I spend more in this category in the months …
The weather isn’t the only thing heating up this season. Now that we can see full, mask-less human faces again, makeup is back in style — and hotter than ever. …
Zoom has become a household name in the past year, and we’re not better off for it. Staring at ourselves constantly provides way too many opportunities to be self-critical. I’m …
Acne loves to leave its mark. And those marks are universally unpleasant, whether it’s the big, red blemish on the day you’re meeting your spouse’s boss or the bumpy scars …
Want to wake up to healthy, glowing skin every day? I mean, who doesn’t? Figuring out how to get better skin may not your top priority in life right now, …
Beauty salons are reopening — hooray! But there’s still a pandemic going on — boo. Whether you’re trying to stay home as much as possible or simply can’t on your …
If your skin’s been looking a little bit lackluster lately, it could be due to… well, let’s just say this list is loooong. We’re talking about stress, dehydration, lack of …
Whether you’re shopping at the drugstore, high-end department stores, or scrolling through your ad-ridden feed on Instagram, it’s hard to ignore just how many beauty brands are out there these …
Korean beauty products have been popular around the world for years, but hard to get your hands on here in the States. Now, some of the most popular brands and …
Your skin has superpowers — like moisture barrier that protects against bacteria and pollutants. Is your moisture barrier damaged? Here’s how to find out.
About Cheek Stains Stain is an unfortunate word for a beauty product, dontcha think? I mean, beauty mavens don’t want stains — we want an alluring tinge of color that …
You’ve got places to go, people to see…and absolutely no idea how to do your makeup for a big night out. Whether you’re headed out for New Year’s Eve or …
If ever there was a time to take stock of your beauty collection, it’s now. With fall comes a slew of new releases that are sure to get you excited …
Paula’s Choice is a U.S.-based, cruelty-free, fragrance-free skin care line that came about because founder Paula Begoun didn’t like her options on the shelves. Begoun’s own battles with acne and …
What EcoLips Lip + Cheek Tints are 5-in-1 color sticks with an oversized applicator that you can use for lip color, eye color, blush, contouring and highlighting. The colors are …
Nearly 55 percent of the world’s population has brown eyes — which means brown is the world’s most common eye color. But what is common need not be boring. Brown …
Where but Instagram can you go to find the most inspiring makeup looks in the world? It’s a hotbed of endless ideas for those of us who can’t get enough …
Thank you to Rejuva Minerals for sponsoring this post about clean beauty and providing the products reviewed below. All opinions are my own. Walk into Walmart today and you’re sure …
The countdown is on! With spring mere weeks away, it’s time to start making room in the closet for your fresh florals and pretty prints. Along with those come a …
There’s a myriad of anti-aging beauty products out there. And each claims to erase 10, 20, or 30 years from your face. All that youth comes at a price, though. …
Every fashionista has a few ride-or-die products in her beauty routine — you know, the ones you might just sacrifice your life’s savings for? (Understandable.) In the wide and varied …
Vitamin C is something of a cure-all. We ingest it to prevent the sniffles from turning into a full-blown cold, and we smear it on our faces to brighten mature …
Your workout is a testament to your serious commitment to your health. While it’s amazing to lock in some quality time at the gym or enjoy a heart-pumping walk in …
While it might not have been the very first personality test, the Myers-Briggs test is world-renowned for its accuracy when detailing unique characteristics of human personalities. The four-letter naming system …
Whether you’re channeling your inner beach goddess or can’t trust yourself not to shed a tear or two at your best friend’s wedding this summer, you need waterproof mascara to …
Opening night at the 71st Cannes Film Festival hosted a number of celebrities, each as stunning as the last. Many sported a classic beauty look: red lips, soft shadow, and …
Dear Budget Fashionista, Do you have any recommendations for decent, affordable makeup brushes? Well, yes, dear reader, we do. Read on for our top seven picks! 7 Budget Make-up Brushes …
The beauty roller earns it keep, especially around the holiday season, when the celebrating leads to holiday bloat. There’s the seasonal weight gain and party-bloat you might feel in your …
Thank you to RoC Skincare for collaborating with me on this post. All opinions are my own. You look great for your age. It’s supposed to be a compliment, I …
Fall might make you think matte neutrals — but before you pull out the Urban Decay Naked palette, hear us out! There’s no better time for drama and glamour than …
Thank you to RoC Skincare for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. The holiday party season is about to kick off, which means it’s time for a refresher …
Somewhere, sometime, beauty has become the fall-back gift for girls. Whether it was Lip Smackers chapstick packs during our pint-sized years, Bath & Body Works lotions and shower gels during …
After one of the longest (and warmest!) summers to date, you’re not alone if you’re craving crisp, cold weather. But the temperature drop we’ve all been waiting for comes at …
Thanks to RoC Skincare for collaborating on this post about budget beauty products. All opinions are my own. My bathroom is currently in a state of disaster — sadly, a …
Thanks to RoC Skincare for sponsoring this post about the early signs of aging! All opinions are my own. A Budget Fashionista reader writes in to ask: Hi Catherine!! I …
As a mom, it’s easy to neglect what you wear. Your priority is the family, after all. Mornings are a rush of getting the kids ready, and evenings, you’re focused …
Contouring 101 Contouring promises to ‘reshape’ and define your facial features. Want your cheekbones to look more prominent, your forehead to look less square, or your round face to seem …
Glitter? We get that the sparkle is something you can grow out of. But gloss? It’s the sheen that truly knows no age limit. While we’ve already seen the glossy …
New year, new you, right? Tossing out the sugar and hitting the treadmill is fine and dandy, but your health isn’t limited to just diet and fitness. Going clean and …
The desire for supple, healthy, glowing skin is one that many women have — but only a few take the initiative to work at it. The array of easily accessible, natural ingredients …
Ladies, I am a RoC Skincare Ambassador, which means I am compensated for sharing my experiences with the brand. Rest assured, all opinions are my own. I’m a low-maintenance gal. …
Ladies, I am a RoC Skincare Ambassador, which means I’m compensated for sharing my experiences with the brand. This post is sponsored by RoC, and all opinions are my own. …
Ladies, I am a RoC Skincare Ambassador, which means RoC compensates me for sharing my experiences with the brand. Rest assured, all opinions are my own. St. Louis is not …
Ladies, I am a RoC Skincare Ambassador, which means I am compensated for sharing my experiences with RoC products. Rest assured, all opinions are my own. I have been using …
There’s always some beauty craze that sounds insane — until you see the results. Cue eyelash extensions, another beautifully over-the-top service spawned from the full-glam makeup trend. Eyelash extensions guarantee your eyes …
The cleanser question used to be simple: foaming or cream. Then it was cream or exfoliating. And now? Well, that depends on your end game. If it’s a water-free cleanse, there’s …
In the ’80s, no one much paid attention to eyebrow styles. Yeah, maybe for those truly unruly or super-straying hairs, we picked up a pair of tweezers. But we didn’t …
Ladies, I am a RoC Ambassador, which means I am compensated to try RoC products and share my experiences. All opinions are my own. I just finished reading “The Woman’s …
You spend enough hours on YouTube watching beauty vlogs and you start to learn a thing or two. (We’re not obsessed…we swear, it’s all in the name of research.) For …
The tale of European beauty products is one almost as old as time, but the price tag on that French face cream? Equally regal. But if we told you you could …
Ladies, I am a RoC Ambassador, which means I am compensated to try RoC products and share my experiences. All opinions are my own. We recently asked our readers (that’s …
Ever since the Kardashians infiltrated our TVs, department stores and social media apps, we’ve been hyper-obsessed with finding — and mimicking — the makeup trends that deliver the red carpet-ready sheen …
Dear Budget Fashionista. I’m almost 13 and I want to start wearing makeup soon. I want to buy products maybe under $5. Any recommendations? Girls, your first foray into makeup …
That magical tool that keeps your face looking and feeling fresh in even the hottest heat? It exists and you absolutely need it in your cosmetics bag this spring season. …
Pucker up ladies! This spring, there are oodles of gorgeous lip colors to try. Whether you prefer subtle and classy shade, or a vibrant and upbeat hue, these trendy shades …
I swear, every year I see a few more fine lines on my face. Bah! Of course, nobody can buy time. So instead of wasting it wishing I were younger, I …
You know we’re always on the hunt for a bargain, and e.l.f. cosmetics certainly fits under that category. If you’re out of the loop, e.l.f. is a makeup company that …
Eyeshadow can be a love or hate thing. You’ve either got the skill to brush on IG-worthy lids…or you don’t. I’m certainly closer to the latter category than the former. …
Keeping your complexion moisturized and radiant when the weather is rainy, cold and windy is definitely a challenge to say the least. Luckily, you don’t have to make a spa …
Dear Budget Fashionista, I’m 14 and I don’t normally wear makeup, but I want to start. I’m wondering what I should buy and what I don’t really need. Also, where …
Just when you thought your teenage skin woes were over, a pimple pops up on your face. Trust us, we’ve all been there. And it always seems to happen when …
When it comes to foundation, choosing the right color for your skin is only half the battle. You must also find a formula that moisturizes — but not too much. …
The key to moisturizing dry skin isn’t expensive spa treatments, but mostly just taking care of your skin on a daily basis. To start, here are three tips on how …