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#MANIMONDAY spotlight: Nonie Creme

nonie creme nail polish shade ClackerThe nail polish world is a crazy one! We have the dominating big brands like Essie, OPI and Sally Hansen and then all the big makeup brands that launched theirs from Revlon to Maybelline. That now were seeing this rise in ‘indie’ brands which is a very tough field to play in against all of these big name brands. And yet even with all of the fierce competition, one beauty veteran, Nonie Creme makes it look easy.

Go Bare with European Wax Center – First Wax Free!

european_waxI’ve never been one for waxing salons. My past experiences getting my bikini line done were painful and always resulted in bumps and irritation. And as far as the rest of my body went, I was perfectly content with just shaving.

From Heels to Hills: 4 Foot Products to Have on Your Radar

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During my trip to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley I traded my heels for sneakers and non-stop hiked. And now that it’s summer, that’s all I want to do! If there’s one thing I’ve learned it’s that a night on the town (in six inch heels) and a 3 hour hike have one thing in common: foot pain. So I brought along some of my trusted friends to help soften the experience and from heels to hills these are 4 products to have on your radar!

Maybelline SuperStay BetterSkin Foundation and Concealer

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Foundations make a lot of claims nowadays. Everything from removing redness and evening skin-tone to protecting from the sun. However, most don’t make claims to improve your actual skin by using them, at best they don’t clog your pores. So when one comes along claiming all of the above, you better believe I’m all over trying it!

Stay Cool This Summer with These Easy Nail Tutorials


{Disclaimer: Compensation was provided by Target via Mode Media. The products and tips selected from Target are original}

essie diy artsy manicureHi loves, I’m partnering with Target to share all kinds of easy, cool nail looks for summer! While New York’s unofficial color may be black, once summer hits I’m all about the vibrant hues the streets of NYC has to offer. From the flowers at the farmers markets to the great street art around every corner, it’s the beautiful arrays of bright shades that inspire me. And what easier way to incorporate some color into your look than with nail polish?

Avon Launches New Site Beauty for a Purpose

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Making lipsticks at Avon!

As some of you know, I have a long rooted history with Avon. Well, maybe not that long rooted when you consider the company has been around since 1886 when founded by David H. McConnell. While I was never an Avon representative, I did work for the brand in marketing for over a year in their Mark. division. And as you can imagine it was incredibly inspiring. Their commitment to women and all that they have done to create financial independence at a time when women didn’t have many options was truly impressive. And it’s that commitment that reigns them the title of largest global network on earth (on earth people!). Beauty has helped Avon empower more than 6 million women globally, which is how large their network of representatives is!

June 26th: Join Clinique Pro Artist Stephanie Flor in LA + Giveaway

LA friends! Head to the Macy’s Cerritos location (​​500 Los Cerritos Center) this Friday, June 26th, 2015 from 4-7 pm and meet Clinique Colour Pro Stephanie Flor! She’ll be dishing out her top tips and tricks to help kick start your summer beauty routine.

Stephanie will also be doing live makeup demonstrations showcasing Clinique’s Summer Colour, many of which we’re giving away!

Lorac Launches NEW PRO Contour Palette, Mascara, Liners + Shadows

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A few weeks backs we joined Celebrity Makeup Artist and LORAC Cosmetics founder, Carol Shaw, for the brands Fall 2015 preview. Every fall, LORAC launches a new PRO collection and again, they never fail to impress! And this year they have some amazing values! The new collection consists of the must-have PRO Contour Palette and Brush, 14 Matte and Shimmer PRO Eye Pencils, PRO Matte Eye Shadow Palette, PRO Shimmer Eye Shadow Palette and PRO Plus Fiber Mascara.

TOCCA collaborates with John Robshaw, launches new fragrance and more!

TOCCA candlesFragrance has the ability to create and transform a room and if you look at the immaculate packaging and soft color scheme of TOCCA, it alludes this fairytale aesthetic that completely came to life as I walked into the brands showroom. The brands top scents Cleopatra (grapefruit cucumber), Stella (Italian blood orange), Florence (bergamot, gardenia), Giulietta (pink tulip, green apple), and Bianca (green tea, lemon) — or as I like to call them the fab five — are expanding their range of products offered as well as some exciting launches, collaborations and fragrances come to bloom this month. Here’s what’s new:

Jergens x Rory Beca California Girl Kit

Jergens x Rory Beca collaborationIn the winter I embrace my paleness, however as soon as spring rolls around, Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer is one of the first products to get put back on my bathroom shelf. Well my fellow Jergens goddesses we have some new products and a collaboration to celebrate.  Jergens is partnering with fashion designer Rory Beca to create head-to-toe California Girl Style with the NEW California Girl Kit.