Monthly Archives: July 2012

kiehl’s activated sun protector sunscreen for body spf 502

POSTED ON Posted on July 14, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

i cannot even begin to tell you how long i have been on the hunt for the holy grail of sunscreens. here is my (brief and totally reasonable) list of demands: it must go on super smoothly like a body … Continue reading →

Posted in body, editorial sample | Tagged kiehl's | 2 Comments

nyx pin-up tease boudoir mascara6

POSTED ON Posted on July 13, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

a $6 mascara is tough to come by these days, but a $6 mascara that rivals my beauty counter favorite? practically impossible. nyx pin-up tease mascara is more than a pleasant surprise to my lashes. while i will say that … Continue reading →

Posted in editorial sample, eyes, lashes | Tagged nyx | 6 Comments

make up for ever aqua shadow6

POSTED ON Posted on July 12, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

my eyelids are often the most neglected spot on my entire face. truth be told, on a typical day you will find them unlined and free of shadow. it’s a shame and likely cause for beauty blog mutiny, but it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in editorial sample, eyes, lids | Tagged make up for ever | 6 Comments

brand new nail candy14

POSTED ON Posted on July 9, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

sometimes i feel like there are so many fun things popping up in the nail category that i can’t even keep up! i rounded up seven of the sweetest new nail products – from fresh shades to nail art tools, … Continue reading →

Posted in nails | Tagged essie, julep, luckymag, nailezee, sephora, sheswai, topshop | 14 Comments

stila set & correct powder6

POSTED ON Posted on July 6, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

as summer swelters, i am constantly seeking products to perfect (and protect!) my makeup look. while i normally embrace the dew and stay away from setting powders, stila’s new set & correct has me changing my tune. more finishing touch … Continue reading →

Posted in face | Tagged stila cosmetics | 6 Comments

july bag + balm8

POSTED ON Posted on July 5, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

bag: j.crew printed makeup pouch, $16.99 (on sale!) balm: l’oreal colour riche caresse stick, $7.99 i’ve had my eye on the chunky makeup pouch from j.crew since it popped up in stores earlier this spring. it’s been on my list … Continue reading →

Posted in bags, lips, tools | Tagged j.crew, l'oreal, luckymag | 8 Comments

independent beauty5

POSTED ON Posted on July 4, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

how crazy good are these 4th of july nails by pink, you rock? i am totally inspired by makeup artist and blogger selena’s ability to orchestrate such a stunning gel manicure at her fav salon – including those hand-painted blue … Continue reading →

Posted in nails | Tagged sephora by opi | 5 Comments

baublebar inspired style5

POSTED ON Posted on July 3, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

i’m over at the baublebar blog today taking part in their inspired style series. i had a ball styling the pieces they sent over and must give endless thanks to kate headley for taking the photos. i’m pretty proud of … Continue reading →

Posted in jewels | Tagged baublebar | 5 Comments

beauty resolutions check in15

POSTED ON Posted on July 1, 2012 by lara ramos BY lara ramos

(suitable image for the occasion by mimi+meg / kick-ass nail polish by butter london) remember these? today marks 2012’s official halfway point so i thought i’d check in on my own progress. here’s where things stand: visit a dermatologist to get … Continue reading →