butter LONDON introduces their new Spring/Summer 2012 lacquer collection, a nail realm of everything from sherbet pastels to retro glitters, to sheers. We love Bossy Boots, a light pistachio green and Trout Pout, an opaque shade of cantaloupe. But the glittery shades cannot be overlooked (nor can their clever names). When you’re in the mood [...]

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There’s been a lot of questions regarding what parabens are, and why they should be avoided, so we decided to pull together some definitions and products to help to shed light on the subject. When’s the last time you looked at the ingredients in your face soap or moisturizer? Maybe it’s time to start paying [...]

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[Image via geekwithlaptop.com] Cyber Monday, the Monday immediately following Black Friday, is round II of exceptional deals for shoppers and insane profit for retailers, however, it’s all done online. This holiday season you can avoid the mobs and shop from home, all the while saving money. Cyber is the new chic. Following are the deals we don’t want [...]

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[Rosemary Mint $8, at Cleanupsoap.com] Cleanup Soap’s Design Metaphor: “As the soap disappears, so do the landmines.” Cleanup Soap’s Design Goal: “Wash them away”. Wondering what is going on? Cleanup is a company that raises funds for de-mining organizations to remove landmines, a target operated explosive weapon, and provide survivor assistance. Shockingly, the global landmine crisis is [...]

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When craving inspiration, I really find that I can draw on almost anything around me.  With the cooler temperatures coming and the gorgeous harvest accompanying it, fall foods and foliage have become my newest muse. Thus, my latest creative endeavor; mimicking my surroundings in my fashion/beauty choices. Cranberries + Covetable Lipstick This Nars Pure Matte [...]

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