Author Archives: lara ramos

olay regenerist micro-sculpting cream0

as if the cold air doesn’t do enough damage, the late nights and lack of sleep that come with the holidays can really wreak havoc on my skin. knowing that my face needs a little extra love this time of … Continue reading

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revlon colorstay gel envy4

we’re all looking to save a little cash this time of year and i know that when i’m evaluating my own budget, regular gel manicures are the first thing to go. this is especially disappointing because i love nothing more … Continue reading

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covergirl clump crusher mascara0

dark and doll-like lashes are one of my favorite trends for holiday parties and i’m nailing the look with COVERGIRL clump crusher mascara from walmart. in order to get lashes that are big and full, you have to master the … Continue reading

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closing out a banner year3

with two days left in 2014 i’m compelled to take a grateful look back on what has truly been a banner year – for me and for the blog. first and foremost, i welcomed my daughter in august after nearly … Continue reading

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neutrogena 7-day retinol road test2

a major skincare overhaul is not normally something that i’m game for, but every once in awhile the claims are so good that i just can’t resist. neutrogena asked me to road test their rapid wrinkle repair products for seven … Continue reading

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a brilliant new year’s celebration with colgate optic white0

there’s no doubt about it – new year’s eve is my favorite night of the year. it’s festive and fun, no matter what your plans are, and it’s always the perfect excuse to go for a little extra sparkle. of … Continue reading

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pretty gifty: paul & joe hand cream0

who: your beauty entourage – hair stylist, masseuse, nail artist, aesthetician etc. what: paul & joe’s deeply hydrating hand cream, coming in scents like rose, geranium and orange why: pretty much anything from this adorably packaged and luxuriously formulated line would make the … Continue reading

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wanted: marsala lips2

you’ve likely heard that pantone’s color of the year for 2015 is earthy, neutral, sophisticated marsala. (yes, it makes me think of chicken, too.) i have to say that i really love it. it’s kind of sultry and subtle at … Continue reading

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mark. holiday exclusives0

this time of year calls for two very important beauty essentials: party-ready eyeshadow and a do-it-all balm that solves a range of beauty dilemmas, from chapped lips to flyaways. thankfully, my friends at mark. have us completely covered in both departments with … Continue reading

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per-fekt beauty lip per-fekt0

whether you’re on the hunt for a gift for the girl who has everything or you yourself are searching for a gorgeous go-to lip shade, new lip per-fekt from per-fekt beauty is going to make lots of ladies very happy. … Continue reading

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