Some have lipstick, others have the blazer. But for me, there aren’t many looks that are complete without winged liner. I feel the classic, black cat eye fits my aesthetic and adds a nice edge to even a more reserved office outfit. I’ll sometimes wet an angled flat brush and dip into buttery shadows for…
The morning air has been nipping a bit here in New Jersey, which, ironically, warms my spooky little heart. I couldn’t be more thrilled to kiss the nightmare that has been summer ‘20 goodbye. And I’m going to do it with a lovely matte lippie. Or two. Out with summer already, let’s fall into this…
Continue reading ➞ The Review Edit: Are Kylie Lip Kits Worth It?
One of the reasons I find makeup so delightful is because there are limitless applications for the craft. From sfx makeup to simply complimenting your features, many creatives find their niche somewhere under the “cosmetics” umbrella. I’ve become too comfortable introducing bold colors to more traditional looks. If you’ve fallen into a bit of creative…
Don’t get me wrong, I am aware that there are way more pressing issues in the world than my haircut at the moment. Even excluding the current circumstances by which we all find ourselves swallowed. Logic aside, hair appointments serve a purpose beyond cosmetics. A fresh haircut makes me feel put together. Amidst uncertainty, routine…
Continue reading ➞ Found in the World: A Hack Without the Hacking
Brushes were the least of my concerns when I first started playing with makeup. My thought process was more along the lines of “how can I get this makeup off before I get home without mom noticing?” I mean, can you really tell the difference between makeup applied with chintzy versus high-quality brushes? Or even…
Continue reading ➞ The Review Edit: Morphe Brushes (and How to Clean Them)
It’s easy to think flawless makeup looks you see on IG don’t take very much time and effort. I don’t blame people for that impression, because good makeup is presented with a certain finesse and confidence that makes it look effortless. Those holding a brush on the other side of a screen know this isn’t…
Continue reading ➞ Found in the World: Murder, Mystery, and Makeup Monday
There’s no denying it—summer 2020 has officially arrived. If it wasn’t the solstice, my overly-dewy skin and frizz-laden hair mark the beginning of this season like nothing else. MUAs and MUEs throughout the Northern Hemisphere are gearing up for the year’s most challenging season. I mean, what point is there to spending hours slaying a…
“It was only when I embraced these multifaceted sides of myself, that I found forward momentum that was authentic to me – that is when my career began to take shape” -Athena Calderone Much of my internal dialogue is spent painting a caricature of this woman who is “non-committal,” “indecisive,” or “not enough” of any…
I can confidently say at the end of month 2 in quarantine that, during my forced furlough, I’ve played with more makeup looks than can be numerically quantified. I know you makeup lovers out (“in” might be more appropriate) there can relate. Having slayed many a full-face over these 60-something days, a definitive brand favorite…
Would you be surprised if I told you that, as a millennial, I listen to my fair share of podcasts? I wouldn’t be either. And any well-known pod will have its fair share of advertisements. You also might not be surprised to learn that I’m very susceptible to these ads. I knew I’d “have” to…
