Does Makeup Expire? Beauty Product Expiration Dates

Over the last 2 years, my makeup collection has grown substantially, mostly because of this blog but also because I absolutely love all things beauty.  My friends and family often ask me, "doesn't this stuff go bad?", and the simple answer is YES. Old or expired makeup harbors bacteria and can clog pores or cause ...

Nail of the Day: Essie Bikini so Teeny

"Bikini so Teeny" by Essie is a sparkling cornflower blue polish released recently with their 2012 Summer collection.Since painting my nails this shade, I can't count how many questions or comments I've received about the colour. So, I thought what better choice for my first Nail of the Day post? Other polishes released with this collection:Off the ...

MAC Eye Shadow Collection (Side by Side Photo Comparisons)

I often get asked on Twitter, which MAC eye shadows I personally own and which are my all-time favourites. Another common question I get asked is what my top choices would be for someone just starting out with makeup. I was inspired to do this post after seeing my friend Lette's collection on her blog, "The Beauty Sheriff". ...

Review: L’oreal Paris Rouge Caresse Lipstick (Review & Swatches)

L'Oreal Paris will be launching the Rouge Caresse Lipsticks in Canadian drugstores later this month. From what I gather, they are already available for purchase in Europe/UK and may/may not be available in the USA already? If not, they will be soon. Although these are already being compared to the Revlon Lip Butters, I think the L'Oreal ...

News ALERT: Sigma Beauty adding to the Sigmax Line

Sigma Beauty is adding to their popular Sigmax & Precision Lines by adding the new F88 & P88!!I am a HUGE fan of Sigma's synthetic brushes and will definitely be picking up these 2 new brushes to add to my collection.   Priced at $16 and $14 respectively, these will be available on Sigma's website ...