How To Test Cosmetics Safely At The Makeup Counter: testers help us choose the best products and colors for our coloring and needs, but they are also a playground for bacteria. Read this post to know how you can use them safely.

Do You Really Need An Eye Cream?: we are often told that we need to use a separate cream for the eye are but is this really true? Or is that simply a marketing technique to make us buy a smaller face moisturizer at a higher price tag?

Are You Making This Mistake When Applying Sunscreen?: sunscreen is the most important beauty product you can use as it protects us from the harmful sun rays thus helping prevent cancer, wrinkles and sun spots. But make sure you’re applying it right or it won’t work well.

Common Antioxidants in Skincare Products: we all know that antioxidants help fight free radicals, which are the main cause of premature aging, and thus we should try to incorporate them in our skincare routine. But those ingredients lists are pretty long and difficult to read so how can you recognize them? Read this article to know what the most common antioxidants in skincare products are and what they do.

7 Wedding Makeup Mistakes: your wedding day is going to be one of the most special days in your life and of course you want to look gorgeous for the event. Here’s what you need to avoid to achieve that.

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I hope you all have a wonderful Easter! And if you don’t celebrate it, have a lovely Sunday!

What are chemical-free sunscreens and how do they work?: chemical-free sunscreens are said to be gentler, safer and more effective than traditional sunscreens so it’s no surprise they’re the preferred choice of many people. But is that really true? And how can you identify a chemical-free sunscreen?

Women and cosmetics during World War II: World War II was one of the most important and horrendous events of the twentieth century. Yet during this ordeal, women still worried about looking good. But cosmetics were scarce and expensive so women needed to get creative. Curious? Read the post to find out more..

What causes and how to prevent skin irritation?: skin irritation and inflammation, which can be caused by lots of things, contribute to premature aging. But it’s not always easy to tell if your skin is irritated. That’s because irritations and inflammations can also occur in the deeper layers of the skin and thus, they don’t show up on the surface, but accumulate overtime and cause us to age prematurely. Read the post to find out how you can prevent this.

5 earth-friendly beauty tips: April is Earth’s month day. It reminds us that we should take care of our planet all year round. Here are 5 beauty tips that are earth-friendly and will make you both look and feel good.

Is mineral makeup drying?: mineral makeup took the beauty world by storm a few years ago and, even though now it is not as popular, it is still used by lots of women. Mineral makeup is said to be gentler and safer, but did you know it can be drying too?

Is Tea Tree Oil An Effective Treatment For Acne?: if you suffer from acne but react badly to Benzoyl Peroxide, why not try Tea Tree Oil? Although it works more slowly than BP it is more gentle. Just make sure the concentration of Tea Tree Oil in your products is high enough to be effective!

Cosmetics in the Edwardian Era: are you curious to know what products women used, what trends were popular and what the ideal of beauty was in the first decade of the twentieth century? Then read the post to find out!

Is It Really Necessary To Reapply Sunscreen Every 2 Or 3 Hours?: we are always told that we need to reapply sunscreen every 2 or 3 hours but that’s not always possible especially when you’re wearing makeup. But is it really necessary to reapply it that often anyway or are there exceptions?

Barry M Dazzle Dusts Review: Barry M Dazzler Dusts are among my favourite loose eyeshadows. They are available in so many beautiful shades, most of which are very shimmering, and have a lovely texture that applies and blends so easily.

What’s The Difference Between Dandruff and Dry Scalp?: dandruff and a dry scalp are two different conditions but because their symptoms are similar it is easy to confuse one with the other. This post will explain how you can identify and treat them.

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What Is Hyaluronic Acid And Why Is It In My Skincare Products?: Hyaluronic Acid is a very popular ingredient in skincare products and touted to do pretty much anything, from moisturizing skin to reducing wrinkles. But is it really such a miracle worker or just another hyped-up ingredient? And what is Hyaluronic Acid anyway?

How To Use Blue Concealer: blue concealers are kinda new on the market and look very weird but are helpful to hide certain imperfections. Curious? Then click on the link and find out.

3 Reasons Why You Should Wash Your Face At Night: I know that when you come home tired after a long day at work or a night out, the last thing you wanna do is remove your makeup but if you don’t you’ll regret it. Read the post to know why it’s so important to wash your face at night.

Too Faced Shadow Insurance Review: this is my favourite eyeshadow primer. It has a lightweight texture and feels like you have nothing on, yet it prevents your eyeshadow from creasing and fading.

5 Tips For Colored Hair: dying your hair can be a lot of of fun but how do you make the color last long and prevent the dye from damaging your hair? Here are 5 easy tips to help you achieve that.

Is Sun Exposure Through Glass Dangerous?: we all know that we have to apply sunscreen before stepping out of the house to avoid premature aging and cancer, but what if we stay indoors? Will the sun rays still damage our skin if we just stay near a window or drive our car? And if that’s the case, how can we protect our skin?

Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer Review: this yellow-based concealer is my HG and I simply couldn’t live without it. Its creamy texture provides medium to full coverage that hides blemishes, dark circles and other imperfections, giving skin a natural and flawless look that lasts for hours. I just wish it wasn’t so expensive!

Layla Sparkle Eyeshadows: if you love shimmery eyeshadows, you have to try these. They are insanely pigmented, chock full of shimmers and have a silky texture that blends like a dream!

5 Tips To Learn To Love Your Body: accepting ourselves and the way we look is one of the most difficult things to do, especially in our society. We are so obsessed with beauty and perfection and we constantly have it shoved down our throats that if we don’t achieve the unattainable standards imposed on us today then we’re worthless and we’ll never be happy. But that’s BS. Each and everyone of us is special and unique the way he/she is and we should celebrate that. Hopefully these tips will help you do just that.

Layla Glitter in Eyeliner Review: I know I’ve said it many times but it’s true: these glitters eyeliners are the real deal. They are very pigmented and provide an opaque line with just one coat! And the glitters are fine and don’t look too obvious or over-the-top. And they last for ages too!