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Nars Matte Bronzers

Good news for Nars “Laguna” fans (i.e. basically everyone?): It comes in MATTE NOW. Nars recently released an expanded shade range of their original cult-favorite bronzers, but they’ve also added a new matte formulation to the mix! I have loved Laguna forever and I’m so thrilled with this matte version, because it looks much more natural if you’re using it for contouring.
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$8 Eyeliner

Amazon.com is replete with endless affordable eyeliners, so it’s often a kind of trial and error process. If you’re someone who loves a dramatic line, cat-eye, or wing, this option is amazing. The color is a deep black that lets you channel your inner Twiggy. It goes on smoothly, allowing you to perfect your technique, and is double sided, with one end as an actual wing stamp, for the days when you just need a short cut (or a guide). Also, $8!!!
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Elemis x Olivia Rubin

This is the collaboration of dreams. Olivia Rubin, for those unfamiliar, is a London-based designer who creates some of the most stunning, mood-lifting rainbow pieces. Now, she has teamed up with one of my favorite skincare brands, Elemis, to create this set which is providing an enormous boost to my quarantine self-care situation. The set includes a ton of beloved Elemis products in a gorgeous rainbow bag designed by Olivia… for a discount. It makes an excellent gift, but you also have full permission to simply buy this for yourself. I certainly did…
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Professional Gel Manicure Tutorial Video

If you recently perused my blog post detailing exactly how I achieve an at-home gel manicure, be sure to watch the tutorial video I recently published on instagram! It contains lots of additional tips and tricks for achieving the perfect long-lasting nails at home. One trick in particular that was surprising to some is that I always recommend doing one entire hand at a time when doing your own nails. That way, if you make a mistake and need to grab a nail file or cotton pad with acetone to correct it, your working hand is free to do so…
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Vanity Planet Exfora

Recently, my skin has been looking super dull. Chalk it up to a new environment, stress (obviously), and sleeping less given that, like so many others, I’m currently working full-time with no childcare. To remedy the situation, I finally ordered this microdermabrasion device after seeing others rave about it like crazy. Breaking news: they were right. It’s a personal microdermabrasion device (that’s on sale), and in four minutes a day, it exfoliates and removes impurities that cause all sorts of unwanted skin issues. It works incredibly well; I am so glad I listened to the rave reviews. If you’re someone…
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Sephora Sale

It’s Sephora sale time! This year, Sephora is gracing us with two epic sale seasons, one during Holiday, and one right now! What better time to explore new skincare or perfect any number of glam looks than while you’re at home and nobody’s looking. The sale breaks down as follows: If you’re a Rouge member, your sale window is now through 5/1 and you can get 20% off. If you’re a VIB member, your sale window is 4/21-4/29 and you get 15% off. If you’re an Insider, your sale period runs from 4/23-4/27, and you’ll get 10% off. Everyone uses…
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Revlon Tweezers

Not all tweezers are made alike, anyone who has ever tweezed will know this. Ladies and gents, I’m here to tell you that Revlon’s Ceramic Tip Slant Tweezers are the best tweezers ever created by humans. They are new and sort of look like weird robot tweezers—so suffice to say these aren’t the same pair you’ve been casually rolling by at Target all these years. They’re hot off the tweezer presses (a real thing), and they’re better than any I’ve ever used. Ever. Go forth and tweeze triumphantly, my friends.
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Hot Rollers Tutorial

I recently walked you through my hair routine for voluminous, retro-classic Hollywood curls. To give you a more in-person look at what I do to make everyone think my hair is really fancy, I recently shared my step-by-step, 5-minute (seriously), hot roller instructions. Check out the video via my Instagram, and check out this post for additional step-by-step instructions along with every product I use. Just watch, hot rollers are going to make a comeback, and you’ll be glad you got a set of these treasures just in time.
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Spin Pins

If you wear your hair in a bun—ever—you need spin pins. They’re the key to your bun staying exactly where you want your bun to stay. Many of you are probably thinking “umm duh these are nothing new” but I shared them on Instagram recently and was a bit surprised by how many messages I got from people who had either never heard of them, or had somehow forgotten that they were the mother of all pins. Thus, I felt I needed to provide this PSA. Here’s to a lifetime of buns that don’t budge.
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Becca Under Eye Primer

Do you know who likes having dark, puffy circles with cakey, smudged undereye makeup? Literally no one. Okay so, here’s how we solve this: Becca’s under eye primer is a cooling balm that ensures your makeup applies effortlessly, and stays right where it belongs without caking or creasing. There’s really no reason not to use this. Pro tip: Keep this stuff in the fridge.
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