Author Archives: lara ramos

bite agave lip mask7

this time of year, i cannot survive without this overnight mask. it sinks into skin, replenishing moisture lost to freezing temperatures and best of all, it does not need to be washed off. it’s a lifesaver to say the least, … Continue reading

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it should come as no surprise that when girls come over, things inevitably turn to beauty. this past week, two friends were quite literally sniffing around my vanity, rolling and spritzing various scents when they both saw the gorgeous philosophy … Continue reading

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katy perry wore the sweetest candy pink manicure to the grammys and i haven’t been able to get it out of my head. rumor has it that her nail artist layered covergirl outlast natural blush over forever fawn to do … Continue reading

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looking for a sweet treat to surprise your valentine? i am obsessed with this dopp kit from owen & fred. it comes in three colors – gray (blue interior), navy (shown), and army green (orange interior) – and is a … Continue reading

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* i was stuck in a blush rut for a long time, but lately the brands have been releasing a whole lot of pretty in the cheek department and i’m having a ball playing with all of it. i’m almost … Continue reading

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clinique superdefense moisturizer1

i hate to complain about the cold, because really – what can you do? but, jeez louise it is cold. after the seventeenth day in a row of freezing my buns off running between appointments, errands, etc. it became clear to me … Continue reading

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lorac POREfection foundation6

with foundations, it seems that i either run the risk of not getting enough coverage (thus looking washed out and sick) or wearing something so heavy and mask-like that it looks like stage makeup. aside from that, i can pretty … Continue reading

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la roche-posay giveaway!4

my beauty resolution for 2014 is to take a more serious approach to skincare – especially when it comes to sun protection and anti-aging. the very first product sending me on my journey to healthier, protected skin is la roche-posay’s … Continue reading

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tarte cosmetics4

* tarte is one of those brands that just keeps getting better and better. they consistently put out a beautiful lineup of natural products that not only perform, but they’re pretty, too.  the brand’s mastery of color cosmetics should not … Continue reading

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benefit bathina body oil mist4

i don’t know what it’s doing where you beauties are today, but it is absolutely dumping snow in the suburbs of our nation’s capital. it’s been coming down pretty heavy since about 8:30 am with no sign of stopping until … Continue reading

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