If you've spent most of your time binge-watching season two of Euphoria over the past few weeks (ahem, like me), it's impossible not to notice the small details that really make the show. I'm talking particularly about the show's makeup looks, which have boasted both intricate eye-shadow work and simple (yet sharp) winged liner. But I have to draw attention to another subtle gem that's really been catching my eye this season: each character's nail designs, of course.Season two has been especiall...
Take it from me, someone so pale I could give the vampires in Twilight a run for their money—the wrong bronzer can look downright weird on fair skin. I’m extremely pale, and bronzer has always been tricky for me. Some formulas read too orange, while others end up making me look like I rubbed dirt on my face. The trick to finding a good bronzer is finding one that genuinely makes you look like you just got back from a sun-drenched vacation. It should also be easily blendable, so you can d...
Back in the day (“the day” being when we all worked in offices), my friend and former coworker Julie once coined the term “Mist O’Clock” for that afternoon slump when we would turn to our face mists for a little refresh. We would set an alarm, and it helped give us that extra little boost of energy until the end of the work day. In the WFH era, Mist O’Clock is still very much part of my repertoire; so much so that I keep a face mist in every corner of my apartment. Best of all, th...
From breakouts to irritation, every seemingly unwanted skin condition is a means of communication. Our bodies are smart, and as such, they signal to us via aches, pains, and even acne that something's up. Hyperpigmentation is one of those communication methods. Since you're here, it's probably safe to assume that you've dealt with this finicky condition in the past or are currently dealing with it and are looking for the solutions to get rid of the dark, overly pigmented spots that result f...