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Eat For The Season: Healthy Spring Salads
Spring is coming and we have some amazing suggestions for healthy lunches in the season to come!
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Um, Do We Really Have to Wear Makeup to the Gym Now?
If I had to put on makeup before heading to the gym, I don't think I'd go. In the eternal struggle between working out and sitting on the couch, that extra effort would sway me from the former to the latter. After all, there's no pressure to put on makeup to watch 13 straight hours of Jessica Jones. (Although if there were, I'd probably cave, because priorities.) So when I saw a string of new beauty products intended to be worn before, during, and after working out, I couldn't help but think, Oh, hell no.
To be totally fair, it's not like this trend is completely out-of-left field. "It reminds me of what Lululemon did for workout clothes," says my friend Alex, a publicist in NYC. And she has a point, since the sportswear company was the first of many to give sweat sessions (once the last remaining place to wear your old sorority tees) a stylish makeover. And it's worth mentioning that there is some built-in motivation to heading to the gym when you know you look cute over schlubby.
These new makeup formulas aim to do the same for your face, bringing the athleisure craze to your beauty routine. Birchbox's new Arrow line (consisting of tinted lip balm, cheek color, and a soon-to-come tinted serum) is designed to endure Spin class, while Eyeko's Sport Mascara and Sport Eyeliner could supposedly stay put through a triathlon (swimming included).
But for me, I consider the gym to be a safe space when it comes to makeup, because (a.) I'm fortunate enough never to run into anyone I know, and (b.) most people don't judge the girl wheezing on the treadmill for being sweaty and gross. And if they do, um, screw them. Most mornings, I wander in bare-faced, wearing only my oversize glasses and, sometimes, a breakout in all of its ruddy glory. (Hey, zits happen.) I just blend in, which is exactly what I want when I'm working out. Exercising is the great equalizer: We all, at some point, end up dripping in sweat. It's actually kind of nice, and partly the reason the idea of gym-ready makeup makes me cringe. It effectively ruins the last holdout where I can show up and not care or worry that I look like the Crypt Keeper. And sure, one could argue, "Well, just because some people wear makeup doesn't mean you have to," but even so, it raises the standard for what we should look like when we exercise.
If wearing makeup while you work out is your jam though (no judgment), just proceed with caution. "Exercise creates this perfect condition for increased skin absorption," says Elizabeth Hale, M.D., a dermatologist in NYC. "You get the trifecta: Increased blood flow to the surface of the skin, heat, and moisture." This means anything hanging out on the surface of your skin, like dirt, grime, and, of course, makeup, sinks into skin way faster than it normally does, clogging pores and potentially causing irritation.
On top of that, while exercise usually benefits skin as sweat removes gunk like sebum and dead cells, a layer of makeup can actually trap that in your skin (which, remember, absorbs it more easily than usual) and lead to breakouts. Do this over time and skin might take on a yellow-y cast and not in a pretty, glowing way. "You start to get a sallow complexion from the build-up of makeup and dead skin cells," explains Dr. Hale. "And besides breakouts, any wrinkles you have may look more prominent." It's basically the opposite of exfoliating.
On the bright side, eye makeup and lip color are fair game, since there are fewer pores around the eyes and on the lips. If you're self-conscious about acne, Hale says your best bet is to spot-treat it with concealer. Most importantly, whether you add a little blush before you cardio-dance class or walk in with clean skin, always wash your face ASAP after your workout. Because your pores stay open and skin is warmed up and highly absorptive to your skin care products for about a half hour afterwards, you can counteract some of the detrimental effects if you act fast.
I'll admit: Whether you love the idea of wearing makeup while exercising or can't stand it, there are many worse things in the world (gender discrimination, the avocado shortage) that should freak you out more than this. If you want to wear makeup, go for it. But I'll be here with my clear lip balm...and maybe a ratty sorority tee.
Watch Kayla Itsines’ Three-Minute, Full-Body Workout:
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Mally EverColor Shadow Stick Extra 4-Pc Collection
Mally Beauty EverColor Shadow Sticks are my holy grail cream eyeshadows, but I rarely purchase them individually because they're so expensive on their own. If you walk into Ulta, you'll pay $25 for one eyeshadow. Don't get me wrong, they're definitely worth it...they don't crease, last from morning until night with no fading, and are so creamy and easy to use. But why pay $25 a pop if you don't have to? QVC periodically has sets available for a fraction of the price (including this one that I reviewed last year) and these value collections usually bring the price per eyeshadow down around $10 each. So they're definitely worth it if you love these eyeshadows (or have always wanted to try them).
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QVC has just released a brand new set of four Mally Shadow Sticks for $41.12...that's $10.28 per eyeshadow stick and these are full sizes! The only downside is that you don't get to choose your colors, but if these appeal to you, this set is a total steal. You'll get Autumn Shimmer, Brownstone, Marina and Bliss (you can see swatches of Brownstone and Bliss in my post here).
I love the convenience of these because they're basically swipe and go...perfect for a busy mom on the go. They're great for those days when I don't feel like putting on makeup, and having them around makes it easy to get my act together, haha. I even keep a few in my purse and sometimes swipe them on in the car quickly before heading out on errands.
These sets tend to sell out really quickly, so check them out at QVC.com before they disappear! Right now they're also on 2 Easy Pays of $20.56.
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Mascara Monday - Hard Candy Lashaholic Big Fake Mascara
Available exclusively at Walmart stores across Canada.
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ColourPop Lyin’ King & London Fog Ultra Satin Liquid Lipsticks
ColourPop Lyin’ King Ultra Satin Liquid Lipstick ColourPop Lyin’ King Ultra Satin Liquid Lipstick ($6.00 for 0.11 fl. oz.) is described as a “saturated raspberry.” It’s a muted, medium-dark raspberry pink with subtle, cool undertones and a satin finish. The color was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightweight consistency that applied well and didn’t gather […]
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Easier Spiral Curls? Conair Infiniti Pro Secret Curl Setters Review
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Recently I've become obsessed with the idea of creating easy, long lasting spiral curls. I want to create curls that are simple, foolproof and last for days if I want them to. I can get this look with a curling iron or wand, but that takes time and effort! I would love to have heat free curls that I just release in the morning and they're perfect, or hot
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Spring Beauty: #DoYouAmopé?
Disclosure: I was asked to participate in the #DoYouAmope campaign, sponsored by Amopé at Walgreens. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own. March is spring break for many of us; taking vacations to warmer climates, getting out …
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Shiro Cosmetics’ Wheeeeeee!
While the color can look like a deep rose-pink, it’s more of a medium watermelon-red that leans pink. The pearl finish softens the color somewhat.
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It's Back in Stock (Really)
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Richard E. Buckley, M.D. of MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center Refines Cosmetic Surgery Techniques – Out With the Old
Richard E. Buckley, M.D. of MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center has a passion for helping patients look and feel their best through the restoration of a youthful appearance. Today’s techniques for restoring a more youthful, toned appearance take a cosmetic physician’s expertise and an artist’s aesthetic talent. “Patients who come to me for … Continue reading Richard E. Buckley, M.D. of MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center Refines Cosmetic Surgery Techniques – Out With the Old →
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Buzz about salmon egg enzyme as anti-aging skin care ingredient gets louder
Following publication of a study of how hydrolyzed salmon roe proteins exfoliate in contrast to glycolic acid, the New York City–based skin care company Restorsea has seen an uptick in press coverage, including a Q & A with company founder Patti Pao this month on observer.com.
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SCJ Donates 60,000 Units of Off! for US Territories
Partnership with the CDC Foundation in light of Zika outbreak.![]()
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Loewe’s Fall 2016 Bags Have Positioned the Brand to Compete with Hermès, According to Vogue
It’s not every day that Vogue dubs a brand “the avant-garde competitor of Hermès,” but that’s exactly what the magazine said of the Loewe Fall 2016 show in Paris on Friday. Based on the collection photos and the brand’s work under Jonathan Anderson so far, there’s a compelling case that the magazine is right.
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Simple And Natural Ways To Keep Vagina Tight And Small
Vagina plays a very important role in a successful relationship. A sexually involved women often tends to loose the tightness of her vagina. Having a tight vagina is of utmost importance. It can not only help sexually but also help in development of healthy happy relationship. If you are one among them who are looking
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Kylie Jenner Asked Fans to Choose Her Next Hair Color and THIS Is What They Decided
Kylie Jenner just teased her latest hair color of choice on Instagram: a cool, teal blue. At first glance, the latest swap may seem like nothing out of the ordinary due to Jenner's penchant for switching out her raven-black hair color for something more eccentric, courtesy of a well-placed wig. However, this time it turns out that there's more to the pastel-hued hair piece than just meets the eye.
Her new hair color wasn't just done on a whim, it was a decision based off the opinions from her loyal fans. While preparing for her next appearance at the Sugar Factory in New York City, Jenner couldn't decide which hair color to wear. Previously, she had worn a minty, light green wig to the Sugar Factory, but this time the reality star chose to leave her next shade up to fans by asking her 14.6 million Twitter followers for their opinion.
Guys teal or mint for my next sugar factory event? I can't decide pic.twitter.com/MohbNtfd8v
— Kylie Jenner (@KylieJenner) March 1, 2016
Naturally, the response was overwhelming, forcing the Keeping Up With The Kardashian's star to create an online poll to finalize a fan favorite:
Ok doing a poll!!
— Kylie Jenner (@KylieJenner) March 1, 2016
But then, straight out of left field, Kylie teased her followers by hinting that her next hair shade might possibly be inspired by what we can assume to be none other than Beyonce (I mean, what else could the crown and bee emoji stand for?):
Think I'm gonna do something new! inspired https://t.co/Jygn5c6NYs
— Kylie Jenner (@KylieJenner) March 1, 2016
Finally, after a lengthy and suspenseful wait, she revealed what we're thinking is her final decision for the upcoming event: an icy teal. But then she quickly removed the Instagram, so alas, we're still waiting for the big reveal. We'll be sure to update when she finally wears the color out.
In the meantime, it's interesting to note that this isn't the first time we've seen crowdsourcing successfully navigate it's way through the beauty industry. Brands have used this technique to create the exact beauty products women have been searching for, and it's actually working. By asking fans for their opinion on products and in this case, celebrity hair colors, it gives them a say, which is a huge draw for consumers. Maybe Kylie will use this method in choosing her next lip kit color? We can only hope!
Watch 13 Weirdly Entertaining Facts About the Jenners and Kardashians:
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Kim Kardashian Posts Naked Selfie!
Take that Kylie Jenner—just when you thought Kim was slacking on social media and taking her mommy time off—bam she hits you with a naked selfie! It’s probably old since she’s a blond, but ummm she still looks great. She captioned the image, “When you’re like I have nothing to wear LOL.” Of course the […]
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5 Reasons Why you Should Make Exercising a Routine
*Guest post by Margaux Diaz Many people are hitting the GYM while others workout exercises. Presently, yoga’s is infused in our society than ever before. In the past, people used to exercise just to maintain their body shape. However, people nowadays recognize exercising not only as a way of maintaining the body but also for many… Read More »
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It’s Fashion Flash Monday!
This week Erika of Notes From My Dressing Table is hosting Fashion Flash. I love her real time approach to beauty and value her judgement on a wide range of products. And she has a wicked sense of humor that never fails to make me burst out laughing.
Fashion Flash Book Review: One Hour Power Diet by Cliff Thomas, MD
There is certainly no shortage of diet books, but One Hour Power Diet has original and useful isights. Written by a bariatric surgeon to help his patients to successfully lose and mantain weight loss, it provides fresh tips and strategies for anyone trying to control their dress size. For example, he tackles the universal advice … Continue Reading... →
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Jada Pinkett Smith Brushes Off Chris Rock Oscar Diss!
No hard feelings—Jada Pinkett Smith laughed off questions about Chris Rock’s Oscar diss over Jada’s diversity boycott! The beauty was caught at LAX airport when she was asked about Chris Rock’s joke, “Hey look it comes with the territory, we gotta keep it moving. We got a lot of stuff we gotta handle, a lot of […]
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