Subtl has unveiled a new, upgrade stak and I’m excited to do a deep-dive, comparing stak 2.0 to the first iteration. Subtl’s new makeup ‘stak’ is reformulated, refillable and redesigned! If you’re a long time reader or follow me on social media, then you know how much I love Subtl Beauty and the original makeup stack. Whether I’m traveling for work or on vacation, a single makeup stack has been a lifesaver. Subtl graciously sent me a few samples from the new ‘stak’ and I’m so excited to share with you my thoughts and comparing 1.0 formulas to 2.0 upgrades. From the packaging to larger pans, ke ..read more

My favorite cream bronzers for pale skin Who doesn’t love a sun-kissed makeup look year round? The key to finding the right bronzer for fair skin is to make sure you only buy a shade or two darker than your natural skin tone. Undertones are crucial to choosing the right bronzer so test and swatch whenever possible. As someone with a pale complexion it can be tricky shopping for a cream bronzer. The purpose of bronzer is to help warm up the face but depending on the undertone, it can look orange or muddy. For reference, I have fair skin with a neutral, leaning cool undertones. 1. Makeup by Ma ..read more

I don’t think I’ve ever been more loyal to a particular brand. Not just because I’m a rep—but because I’ve been a fan of Glossier makeup products since its inception with the Phase 1 set (the OG set—you know, the face mist, the priming moisturizer and the balm dotcom). Scroll down for all the Best Glossier Makeup Products, as well as worst! I don’t think I’ve ever been more loyal to a particular brand. Not just because I’m a rep—but because I’ve been a fan of Glossier makeup products since its inception with the Phase 1 set (the OG set—you know, the face mist, the priming moisturizer and the ..read more

Welcome to Terminal G, where customer enter the showroom with a runway-inspired entrance, complete with airplane windows My favorite millennial beauty brand has opened its fifth retail location in Washington, D.C.! Way back in 2018 I visited the Glossier flagship store in New York so I was thrilled when they announced they were opening a permanent store in DC. As an affiliate partner for Glossier, I was lucky to be invited to a sneak peek of the Glossier DC store a few days prior to the grand opening. The new location is inspired by all things aviation and the “jet age.” Glossier is known for ..read more

Today’s post is all about a new-ish product from one of my favorite brands, Glossier Eyeliner, a review of the No. 1 Pencil that is supposed to be longwearing and won’t skip, tug or transfer. No. 1 Pencil is basically the rebirth of Glossier Colorslide (which was discontinued a couple years ago). I’ve always loved colored eyeliner, even if I couldn’t always pull it off in an office setting. Colorslide wasn’t a bad product but it wasn’t memorable for me. Here’s my honest Glossier eyeliner review: These are definitely an upgrade from Colorslide. They glide on perfectly and last all day. The on ..read more

Are press-on nails considered beauty minimalism? I don’t know, but I was determined to find out. When the Glamentic reached out to me on Instagram and asked if I wanted to try their press-on nail kits, I said yes immediately! Pre-pandemic, I used to visit the nail salon fairly often for a traditional gel manicure. Reflecting back, it was expensive and time consuming. I’ve always loved having perfectly polished digits but I no longer have the patience to wait for nail polish to dry. Glamentic sent me two press-on nail kits. I was really eager to try out ‘Sweetener,’ a creamy nude nail look wit ..read more

My current spring makeup routine is all about a glowy, natural complexion. This routine is definitely when I’m looking to create a “full face” of makeup. If you’re looking for quick and easy 5-10 minute routines, check out my post on Subtl Beauty. Here is my “full face” of my favorite products right now for a spring makeup routine. First, I like to prep my skin with sunscreen and this illuminating primer. With warmer weather season, I don’t like to my base to be too heavy. Foundation has never been my thing so I was super excited when Rare Beauty recently launched a tinted moisturizer with SP ..read more

Undone Beauty Review: Vegan, Cruelty-Free Affordable Makeup If you’re a makeup minimalist on a budget, then keep reading for my Undone Beauty review. I feel like nowadays clean beauty is all the rage but very few brands offer an affordable price point, which makes me really excited about today’s post! UNDONE BEAUTY REVIEW: I was first introduced to Undone Beauty in 2019 (I did a sponsored post featuring a limited edition face roller) but this is my first time trying the makeup line. Here’s what I like about Undone Beauty – the products are super affordable, easy to apply and perfect fo ..read more

Happy Spring! Today’s post is an informative one as I’m sharing tips to spring clean your beauty bag. Just like you swap out your winter clothes for spring garments, you should do the same with your makeup and skincare routine. Wash your brushes and sponges. As we all know, makeup brushes and sponges are prime breeding grounds for bacteria. Ideally, you should wash your brushes at least once a week. I try to wash my makeup sponge every 3-4 days. I also like to use these brush cleansing cloths from EcoTools between cleanings as it’s an easy way to wipe off foundation and eyeshadow products. I ..read more

The Sephora spring sale is right around the corner! If you have Rouge status with Sephora, you’ll have first access to the sale. Plus, Sephora is giving Rouge members the ability to “bring a plus one” to early access. I’ve rounded up my top 12 everyday makeup and skincare products for this post. The Sephora Sale is a great excuse to treat yourself, try a new product you’ve been eyeing or restock on old favorites. If you want more beauty recommendations, you can read past Sephora sale beauty picks here. What is the Sephora Spring Sale? A couple times a year, Sephora offers a site wide discount ..read more