Beauty

Skin, hair, makeup, and light nutrition are the focus of this category.  Our beauty editor does intense product reviews that aren’t biased, just true.  Rest assured whatever you read here, it’s been tested for 30 days and you get the “skinny” of beauty products.

Future Skin

Future Skin

Skincare is ever evolving, with an increasing number of fledgling companies finding new and improved ways to look after the body’s largest organ. While some companies have gone the route of the big beauty brands by claiming the new discovery of some rare herb or flower, the best innovators have […]

Hey Sugar!

Hey Sugar!

This might be the time of year for sweaters and long pants, but that doesn’t mean that beauty maintenance takes a back seat this season (those of  you putting lotion only on the exposed parts, we’re looking at you).  If you’re not interested in breaking out a razor everyday, and […]

The FVITH Element: A Review

The FVITH Element: A Review

‘Tis the season to be bombarded with all manner of cheaply made nonsense all wrapped up in a pretty bow. Of all the gifts we trade, candles are pretty high on the list. Unfortunately, most of them are some frightening synthetic mix of waxes and chemicals better suited as a […]

Covergirl leaps to Cruelty Free

Covergirl leaps to Cruelty Free

Beauty behemoth Covergirl has officially made the leap to cruelty free. The company announced that it has eliminated animal testing from every step of its production process, and celebrated by sending stuffed toy bunnies to media and influencers. To earn the Leaping Bunny certification, Covergirl reportedly underwent an extensive audit. […]

Skin Science

Skin Science

Every skincare item on the market promises to be the answer to all your questions. Just one pump, one swipe, one dollop and all will be well. Some of the most effective blends rely on nature, science, or a powerful combination of the two to actually deliver on those promises. […]

Vibrant Holiday Skin

Vibrant Holiday Skin

The Holiday Season can be a double edged sword: on the surface everything seems effortless and cheery and bright, but behind the scenes it’s a madhouse of constant decisions to help keep things running smooth. Balancing travel, family, friends, and all the food can take a toll on your body… […]

Holiday Lip Service

Holiday Lip Service

The Holiday shopping season is in full swing, and we’re paying lip service to one of the best new additions to the makeup market. In a world full of saturated color claims and substantial packaging boasts, one person has gone above and beyond to help you make the most of […]

In Living Color

In Living Color

This is the time of year to get a little fancy, and hair color is certainly no exception. These days hair color ranges from the most subtle to every color in the rainbow, and there’s a little something for everyone. Goldwell is blazing a colorful trail this season, with all […]

Molton Brown & The Fine Art of Fragrance

Molton Brown & The Fine Art of Fragrance

Fragrance, like art, can have more than just an immediate effect on a primary sense. The best blends conjure memories or overall feelings of wellness. Molton Brown has been committed to making the most of fragrance for decades, and its latest offering of Jasmine & Sun Rose champions that commitment […]

Fall into Autumn Beauty

Fall into Autumn Beauty

It’s that time of year, when major beauty brands roll out their latest additions for the Autumn Season. Some of the announcements are predictable (oh look, another matte lipstick). But among the pile of gimmicks and colors that look amazing on the shelf (but you’ll never wear in real life), […]