A good fake tan is only 25% from the quality of the self tanner you use, and the other 75% is all about the prep work! Before applying self tanner, check out these tips & tricks to help you get a streak-free, sunkissed glow. It's easier than you think!FTC Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means we’ll receive a small referral fee from purchases at no cost to you. You can read our affiliate policy here. We donate 25% of our "click money" proceeds to these charitable … [Read more...]
Faux Glow: The Best Bronzers for Fair Skin
Who doesn't love the appearance of sunkissed skin? We both love the look of a tan, yet neither of us wants skin cancer. I (Erin) have had it many times and try my best to avoid further skin damage, and I always teach Daisy to do the same. Luckily, there are a variety of great bronzers on the market to provide a realistic sunkissed faux glow! Today we're going to discuss the best bronzer for fair skin tones similar to ours.FTC Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. That means … [Read more...]
What is IPL Treatment & Is It Worth It?
Age spots; they're the two dreaded words no beauty junkie ever wants to hear. After all, you never hear anyone say, "Wow, those are some amazing liver spots! How can I get me some of those?!" :) Unfortunately, the appearance of blotchy brown spots on skin is a dead giveaway of sun damage and premature aging. If you're plagued with a case of splotchy skin and your research on photofacials led you here, you're probably wondering, "What is IPL treatment -- and does it actually work?". Well, … [Read more...]
Taylor Hill 2017 Met Gala Makeup Tutorial (w/Video!)
One of the (many) things I love about my school is that our instructors encourage us to watch awards shows like the Met Gala. [I'm majoring in Fashion Design, btw, so that's why.] While I'm definitely inspired by the outfits, I also really like the makeup! Taylor Hill had a very unique look during this year's ceremony that really caught my eye. Her eye makeup was almost a maroon or rusty reddish-brown color that really made her eyes pop. I loved it so much that I recreated it for myself! Here's … [Read more...]
The Perfect Straw Totes for Summer Vacations
Since summer is just a few short weeks away, prepare yourself for lots of posts about all the fun things you'll *need* for those upcoming lazy days by pool or at the beach. Today we're starting out with some of our favorite straw totes, clutches, and beach bags. They're perfect for carrying summer's most essential product --sunscreen, of course! Make sure you always use a broad spectrum sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection whenever you're planning to be outdoors. Our top sunscreen option for … [Read more...]