While Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale has me slightly itching for fall (and cooler temperatures), there are still a few summer beauty styles I can’t get enough of. Case in point: salt sprays. They are a wild mane’s best friend when you just don’t feel like dealing with the heat of a blow dryer or picking up the straightener (or if you desperately miss the beach). Today, I’ve rounded up the best salt sprays for hair (and for any budget)!
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5 Reasons to Make Out on Valentine’s Day
Finally, the most romantic holiday of the year has arrived: Valentine’s Day. For some it’s a holiday we love… and for others, it’s a day we love to hate. If you’re attached, I hope your Valentine’s Day is filled with a bottle of wine, chocolate and a heavy makeout sesh. If you’re single, I hope it’s filled with even more booze, lots of chocolate and your favorite DIY spa treatment.
It’s amazing how your favorite lipstick can transform your look… and your mood. Which is why I highly recommend celebrating Valentine’s Day armed with your favorite lip gloss or lipstick. Plus, if you get lucky tonight, you know you’ll leave a lasting impression… (hint hint, wink wink). Happy V-Day!
VS Makeup Shine Drama Lip Gloss in Infatuation, $12
Maybelline Color Whisper in Who Wore it Red-er, $5.99
Beauty Gift Guide: 10 Stocking Stuffer Ideas
Gone are the days when I used to re-wrap everyday household items and place them in my mom’s stocking the night before Christmas (I wasn’t cheap, just a poor 10-year-old!). Now I find myself always on the hunt for little everyday necessities that are portable, useful and just plain sweet. That’s the great thing about beauty stocking stuffer gifts—they are the perfect gifts for just about everyone on your list. I’ve rounded up my favorite go-to beauty products (and one universal worthy purchase) that will certainly lift anyone’s empty stocking.
Top Row: American Crew Pomade (For Him), $11; Sara Happ Lib Scrub, $24; Goody Double Wear Ponytail Bracelets, $6; Middle Row: Victoria Secret Shiny Kiss Flavored Gloss, $9; The Body Shop Cranberry Joy Body Butter, $19; Crane & Co. Gold Foil Fuchsia Thank You Notes, $22.50; Bottom Row: Ahava Hand & Foot Cream Ornament Duo, $10; Baublebar + Essie Nail Polish & Bangle Set, $50; Sephora Favorites Fragrance Sampler For Her, $18; Philosophy Old Fashioned Egg Nog Shower Gel, $16;
Gift Guide 2012: The Trendsetter
Now that Thanksgiving has officially come and gone, the shopping, tree lighting and Christmas movies are finally here and I couldn’t be more excited for the holiday season. After some spritzing, brushing and sampling of the latest holiday must-haves, I’m ready to share with you my favorite gift ideas for some common beauty personalities. First up, the trendsetter: she is the ultimate beauty taste-maker. She loves to shop the newest trends and products and keeps up with every brand.
What she needs: 1. Rebecca Minkoff “Beauty Queen” Cosmetic Pouch, $75. 2. Butter London Lacquer Holiday Glitter Trio, $36. Nectar Skin Bar, 1633 Wisconsin Ave., NW; nectarskinbar.com 3. VS Makeup Hypergloss Eye Shimmer, $14 each. 4. Drybar Gift Coaster, $40. 1825 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 4840 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda 5. Bliss ‘You Butter Watch Out’ Gift Set, $39. Bliss Spa, 515 15th St., NW 6. Benefit Cosmetics Crescent Row Mini Perfume Set, $36. 7. Goody Double-Wear Headwrap, $10.
Up next tomorrow: gifts for the Eco-chic!
All Things Fashion DC & Politics of Pretty
Greetings from Ocean City! While I’m here on a mini-vacay with my boyfriend, spending a few fun-filled days in OC has provided some beauty inspiration (and lots of bronzer). Speaking of bronzer, check out my guest contributor post on All Things Fashion DC featuring a bevy of my favorite products. I’m also excited to announce that I’ll be contributing to the fab local website monthly!
Diane von Furstenberg Round Sunglasses, $130; Neutrogena Bronzer/Blush Duo, $11; Lancôme Star Bronzer Aqua Stick, $39; Victoria’s Secret Loose Bronzing Powder, $16; Clinique Almost Bronzer SPF15, $30; Benefit Cosmetics Sun Beam, $26; Jergens Natural Glow Moisturizer SPF20, $8
