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Everything You Need to Know About Strobing

You’ve probably heard the word “strobing” quite a bit lately. Wondering exactly what this new makeup phenomenon is? Strobing is the act of using only makeup highlighters and or illuminators to emphasize the high points of the face. This new technique creates a gorgeous glowy, “lit from within” look. Celebs such as Kim Kardashian made contouring the hot makeup trend throughout 2014, but now that the summer months have arrived, so has a luminous, effortless looking makeup trend that is sure to change your makeup routine. What’s the different between contouring and strobing? Contouring consists of using darker and lighter shades to chisel your facial

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Get the Most Out of Your Skincare Routine: What Order You Should Apply Your Products In?

You can invest in the finest skincare in the world, but if you apply products in the wrong order they’ll never reach their full impact. Check out the included diagram to get a better idea of what order you should apply your skincare products in, and about how much (may vary depending on your skin type). The golden rule of thumb: apply lightest to heaviest. Layer 1: Toner After cleansing away all the grime on your face (AKA dirt, makeup, and sebum), apply a dime-sized amount of toner (such as Kiki Kosmetiks Rebalancing Toner) to your face and leave it damp on the skin. Toner

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Beauty Expiration Dates: Knowing What to Keep & What to Toss

One reason why it’s so difficult to let go is because unlike a cup of yogurt, your beloved mascara or lipstick doesn’t have a “use by” stamp to follow. That’s why we’re here to fill you in on when those “use by” dates should apply to your makeup! I realize that it can be very hard to part with a makeup item you may have spent quite a bit of money on, but if it’s going to save your skin, DUMP IT! (Trust me, you won’t regret it!) “In the U.S., only cosmetics that are over-the-counter drugs have true expiration dates,” says Randy Schueller, cosmetic

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Finding the Perfect Sun Hat

Spring is finally here! It’s almost time for blossoming flowers, the smell of fresh cut grass and lots of sunshine! While spring is a beautiful time of year, it’s also the time to begin paying close attention to how much sun exposure you are getting, especially on your face and neck.

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Winter Skincare Tips & Tricks

Winter brings along a lot of great things; there are holidays, time with friends and family, time to relax, and tons of great food and fun. One bad thing this magical time of year brings… DRY SKIN! Let’s face it: flaky, peeling skin isn’t a good look on anyone. As soon as the heaters go on, your beautiful skin goes out the window. We all love that fresh, dewy look our skin has in the summer, so why not have it all year round?! With these 7 winter skincare tips and tricks you can rock your J-Lo glow all year round!

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