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Kiehl's Lavender Gently Exfoliating Body Scrub Review, Photos

Kiehl's Lavender Gently Exfoliating Body Scrub Review, Photos

Mmm... Body Scrub:  Kiehl's Lavender Gently Exfoliating Body Scrub

Kiehl's Lavender Gently Exfoliating Body Scrub ($25.00 for 6.8 fl. oz.) is pretty much my new favorite body scrub.  A part of me is struggling with how to describe what exactly I'm loving about it in such a way that truly conveys...

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Clarins Gold Attraction Eye Quartet & Liner Palette

Clarins Gold Attraction Eye Quartet & Liner Palette

Clarins' Palazzo d'Oro Collection:  Gold Attraction Eye Quartet

Clarins Gold Attraction Eye Quartet & Liner Palette ($66.00) is a limited edition holiday palette from Clarins' Palazzo d'Oro collection, which was "inspired by the light and sumptuous radiance of the architecture of Venice." It's a very...

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The Scarlet Season: Make Up For Ever #205 Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Make Up For Ever #205 Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Make Up For Ever #205 Lipstick

Make Up For Ever #205 Lipstick ($19.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a deep, blue-based red. It's fairly bright and most definitely noticeable, but it's deep enough that it doesn't come off too bright. It has a slightly glossy...

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Aveeno Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Cleanser Review & Photos

Aveeno Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Cleanser Review & Photos

Affordable Skincare: Aveeno Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Cleanser

Aveeno Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Cleanser ($6.99 for 5.5 fl. oz.) is a foam-based cleanser that feels lightweight, doesn't dry out skin, and removes most makeup.

This review is one of those short and sweet kind, because...

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The Scarlet Season: Chanel Passion Rouge Allure Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Chanel Passion Rouge Allure Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Chanel Passion Rouge Allure Lipstick

Chanel Passion Rouge Allure Lipstick ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a richly pigmented, medium bright red that leans only slightly blue, but otherwise reads fairly neutral on my lips. It applies easily and evenly...

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NARS Pop Life & Toudra Velvet Matte Lip Pencils

NARS Pop Life & Toudra Velvet Matte Lip Pencils

NARS Pop Life & Toudra Velvet Matte Lip Pencils ($24.00 for 0.086 oz.) are two new shades from NARS' Holiday Collection.  These are jumbo-sized lip pencils that are designed to be used more like a lipstick than a lip pencil.  The product is "enriched...

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The Scarlet Season: Cosmoholic Rockstar Red Lip Gloss

The Scarlet Season: Cosmoholic Rockstar Red Lip Gloss

The Scarlet Season: Cosmoholic Rockstar Red Lip Gloss

Cosmoholic Rockstar Red Lip Gloss ($20.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a glossy semi-opaque red with pink tones. I had never heard of Cosmoholic prior to trying out this shade, and I was pleasantly surprised at the...

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China Glaze Cleopatra Nail Lacquer

China Glaze Cleopatra Nail Lacquer

Glitter Polish: China Glaze Cleopatra Nail Lacquer

China Glaze Cleopatra Nail Lacquer ($3.50 to $6.00) is a warmed-up yellow gold with small-sized gold particle glitter with a little mix of multi-colored shimmer. On my nails, it read more yellow gold and I didn't...

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The Scarlet Season: Smashbox Starlet Lip Enhancing Lip Gloss

The Scarlet Season: Smashbox Starlet Lip Enhancing Lip Gloss

The Scarlet Season: Smashbox Starlet Lip Enhancing Lip Gloss

Smashbox Lip Enhancing Gloss Siren ($18.00 for 0.20 oz.) is a semi-opaque shade of pinky-red with subtle golden shimmer and a high gloss sheen. Like previously mentioned Siren, the formula is all...

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China Glaze Medallion Nail Lacquer

China Glaze Medallion Nail Lacquer

Glitter Polish: China Glaze Medallion Nail Lacquer

China Glaze Medallion Nail Lacquer ($3.50 to $6.00) is a cool-toned gold with multi-sized, multi-colored shimmer suspended in a clear base. It has hexagonal multi-reflective bits of glitter amongst more...

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