I have naturally curly hair, which can sometimes be a curse, or a blessing. It has a mind of its own and depending on many factors, it is often hard to predict a good or a bad hair day. After years of blow drying, coloring and the nature of curly hair in general, if I don’t put the proper amount of time and effort into styling it, it can look frizzy, dull and overall lackluster.
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{PC Review} L’Oreal Professional Pro-Keratin Haircare Collection
Breakfast with Colbert MD Skincare
Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting in on a breakfast for the introduction of a dermatological skincare line called Colbert MD by Doctor David Colbert, author and founder of New York Dermatology Group (NYDG). The dermatology group takes a unique, inter-disciplinary approach to total health and timeless beauty. NYDG integrates both
Stocking Stuffers in a Pinch!
In the 11th hour of gifting here are some fun last minute Stocking Stuffer and Secret Santa picks on a budget!
1. Pinch Minimergency Kits ($16) – When you’re in a pinch these super compact kits have you’re bag. No bigger then a change purse this bag holds seventeen 1-time use must haves including: hairspray,
Great Last Minute Gifts for Under $50
With Christmas less than ten days away, we took the guesswork out of finishing those final gifts, all for under $50!
Pixi Endless Silky Eye Pen Kit ($25) – Why it’s a great gift: These pencils glide on so easily and have a beautiful wet metallic finish. Easy to apply, this kit is a great value set and features 5 Pixi eye pencils (all in different colors) as well as a sharpener.
{Gift Guide}: 9 Perfect Holiday Beauty Picks
From stocking stuffers to value sets, here are 9 of of our top ranking beauty finds for every beauty junkie on your list.
BEE-eautiful Honeymania Body Butter from The Body Shop! Shop Today for 50% off!
Winter months in New York City always leave my skin crying for nourishment—between the inside dry heat and outside bitter cold its hard to keep my skin pleased. Since the launch of The Body Shop’s Honeymania collection
Get the Look: ‘Flapper Chic’ Smoky Eye with Mary Kay
My good friend and fellow blogger, Lindsey Calla of Saucy Glossie has taken over Mary Kay this season to create and model some unforgettable looks for this holidays. Of the assortment she did a really beautiful “Flapper Chic” look which balances a smoky eye with a nude lip (as photographed above). If you click the image you can see the inspiration and behind-the-scenes footage from her photo shoot.
5 Websites Perfect For Everyone on Your List: From the Foodie to the Beauty (obsessed)
With the holidays around the corner, if you need some last minute inspiration for everyone on your list, here are 5 websites sure to knock their socks off. I tend to take gift giving very seriously, and each of these sites has truly special and great unique finds!
1. OpenSky, http://www.opensky.com/explore
A fun way to shop with your friends, OpenSky.com is a unique hub to uncover new, artisanal goods and shops you may never have found if shopping alone. Built around online stores from a diverse range of brands –mens and womens–that cover fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, kids and beyond, Opensky uses recommendations from their online community as part of the selling epxerience. Share what you love and find out what your friends love – the more you connect, the more you discover. (Pssst If you’re a jewelry fiend check out The Alchemy Shop on OpenSky: http://www.opensky.com/the-alchemy-shop)
2. Eating Tools, http://www.eatingtools.com
Based in Brooklyn, Eating Tools curates a selection of extraordinary, unique and handmade eating and cooking tools like you’ve never seen before. They work with artists and craftspeople who design and create incredible culinary utensils, ranging from handmade sterling silver and titanium chopsticks to one-of-a-kind hand crafted chef knives. For the food lovers on your gift list, Eating Tools is guaranteed to have something special that will blow their mind. Good news Pretty Connected readers! Eating Tools is offering our readers free shipping with any $50+ purchase with code “PRETTY” at checkout.
3. Covet+Lout, http://covetandlou.com
The world of high-end, forward thinking womenswear is just a click away when you visit covetandlou.com. I’m so in love
What’s your signature Creed scent? Here’s mine.
One of the biggest perks of my job is getting to work with brands that I LOVE! And recently I had the opportunity to host an event for the fragrance house, Creed in celebration of their newly re-launched website, CreedBoutique.com.
Easily, one of the most special fragrance brands on the market, Creed perfumes are something to be admired. Based in Paris, Creed