
D U P E S
In the makeup world, a dupe is a product that is a similar color, formula, and/or quality to an already existing product. Typically a dupe is a drugstore copy of a high end product, and sometimes I like the dupe more! These are my favorites: Too Faced "Better Than Sex" $23.00 L'Oreal Voluminous "Lash Paradise" $9.99 I knew this was going to be a dupe even before I tried the L'Oreal version, because of the packaging. Sometimes you'll see drugstore dupes in very similar packa

Behind the scenes at the 2018 Met Gala
This year's theme was "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination" and there were lots of interesting interpretations on the red carpet. Cynthia Erivo, 💄 makeup by Giselle Ali I was hoping jeweled brows would become a trend after Oprah wore them throughout "A Wrinkle In Time", and this event was definitely the perfect time to try them. It appears as though Giselle used the glue stick technique to conceal Cynthia's brow hair and create a smooth surface to stick the

How to get the most out of your makeup appointment.
Prep your skin: Taking care of your skin ahead of your appointment has so many benefits. The better shape your skin is in, the nicer products like concealer and foundation will blend, and you'll end up with a more natural finish. -Exfoliate- This will remove any dry/dead skin that can make your foundation look cakey and uneven. -Masque- This step will help balance your skin. Choose a masque that suits your skin type. -Moisturize- This isn't just for dry skin, oily skin needs