I’ve never been an advocate of the traditional French manicure. Not sure you’ll ever find a beauty editor who is. While the original should…
Manicure Inspirations
Wondering what to get for your next mani? Perhaps these ideas can help. I didn’t have time to get to the salon before an…
A Skincare Line That Makes You Look “Airbrushed”…That’s What He Said
“Oh my god, your skin looks airbrushed. Every pixel is perfect. I’ve never seen your skin look like this,” said my husband. Yes, that…
To Botox or Not To Botox…
That is the question. And I get asked it a lot. There’s no right answer except what’s best for you. If you’re going to…
Smart Beauty Apps
Thank goodness for brainy science peeps who can use their techie prowess to create awesome innovations for the beauty industry. While we fiddle with…
Not Another Greasy Hair Serum
I understand why some women (especially those on the oilier side) treat a hair serum like the devil. Unless the eenciest bit is applied,…
3 Legit, Inexpensive Exfoliators
Skin has a way of taking on reptilian qualities this time of year. In order to allow your creams and serumsto fully penetrate…
Long Live Luscious Lashes with Hourglass Lash Lacquer
Pardon me for getting carried away with the alliteration in the headline (I’m a writer!), but this lash tool more than meets the eye…
Hot Winter Skin Saviors
In the dead of the snowy, bitter winter, my skin is sometimes nothing short of, well, dead. I wish I could snap my finger…
A Standout Shadow Palette
Finding a great makeup palette is like winning a whole new wardrobe. Urban Decay’s Naked Palette ($48) allows you to reinvent yourself a million…
A Serum Worth Every Penny
It’s rare I buy the same product twice. However, my newfound relationship with Lancôme’s Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate has changed my ways. Falling victim…
My Simple DIY Body Scrub Recipe
P.S. This video was filmed just days before my little man Rex was born.
5 Must-Haves for a Clean, Stylish, Happy Baby & Mommy
It’s only Tuesday and it’s already been a big week of celeb news: Kim K’s divorcing and Jessica Simpson’s having a baby! Breakups suck,…
A Safe Frizz-Fighting Treatment
“Everything good in life is either immoral, illegal or fattening.” During her badgirl phase, Nicole Richie spoke those wise words…and I’d like to add…
A Nail Polish That Reads Your Mood
If you were into “Saved By The Bell” and Trapper Keepers, you’ll feel nostalgic for my latest beauty find.
An Incredible Oil-Based Cleanser
Here it is: my first official post on The Beauty Girl. I’ve been Nicole’s intern since this summer and now that she’s busy with…
Preggo Products I Can’t Live Without
I’m having a baby! I’m in the final weeks and am happy to be able to say I’m still feeling good. I haven’t gotten…