By the Boston Belle So we’ve reviewed before our favorite deod sans anti-perspirant: Lavanila (read all about the anti-perspirant/deodorant debate here as well as our review of Lavanila!). But after churning through their tiny 1.8 oz. sticks like they were going out of style, this belle wanted something equally natural and effective, but without the … Continue reading
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Makeup’s Magic Bullet: L’Oreal’s Studio Secrets Professional Magic Perfecting Base
By The Boston Belle I can’t wax on enough about the glories of primer. It’s like having a horrible visible granny panty line in your bandage dress: you’re wearing the dress, but it would look that much more fabulous if you sported some Spanx instead. In a similar fashion, you can slap on makeup and … Continue reading
Don’t Sweat It: The Great Deodorant Debate
by the Boston Belle To continue this stretch of personal hygiene products, I feel a strong urge to discuss deodorants and anti-perspirants, cuz let’s be honest- we all use ’em and we are all confused by the myriad options out there. So let’s first discuss deodorant vs. anti-perspirants. Most “deodorants” we purchase today are a … Continue reading
Winter Hair Tamer: Tigi Bed Head Headrush Shine Adrenaline Superfine Mist Spray
by the Boston Belle Despite the fact that March is already upon us, the weather doesn’t seem to be letting up in the snow and cold department. So I thought I’d share one of my favorite winter weather hair products. I have very long hair and winter wind and precipitation does a number on it. … Continue reading
SEPHORA by OPI
by the Boston Belle When it comes to nail polish, there are so many brands and colors out there that it can be a truly daunting task. Yet any belle who has spent time with stinky streaky fingernail paint knows that the only brand one can truly trust is OPI. OPI is renowned for beautiful … Continue reading
A Whole lotta Moisturizin’ Love
by the Boston Belle Ok, so they’re not as interesting as smudgeproof eyeliner or holy grail lip stains, but moisturizers are a daily necessity whether we like it or not. They can be greasy, runny, expensive, dirt cheap, and just plain horrible. But not CeraVe. This was recommended by my dermatologist for using in tandem … Continue reading
Primer Perfection
by the Boston Belle Primer. Whether you know it or not, it’s the cosmetic product that makes all the difference in your makeup. Like a true Tuscan chianti compared to a box of Franzia or the difference between your favorite freshly ground fair trade French Roast and a Dunkin’ Donuts drip, primer will take your … Continue reading
Tricks of the Trade: Dimensional and Lasting Shadow
by the Boston Belle Many women are scared to even attempt eyeshadow- that vast array of colorful powders that tends to confuse and scare us all. But probably the most perplexing issue is how to get the damn shadow to just last. Or at least look something like the hue in the packaging when it’s … Continue reading
New York State of Mind
by the Boston Belle So I may be a little late in posting my Valentine’s faves, but after my holiday weekend in the Big Apple, I was inspired to share a fabulous red lipstick with everyone. I was so excited to spend one of the best holidays in the city and loved the heart decorations … Continue reading
L’Oreal go 360° Deep Facial Cleanser for sensitive skin
A review of L’Oreal go 360° Clean Deep Facial Cleanser for sensitive skin Continue reading