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Making the Most of Your Travels

Let’s face it, vacations don’t come easy. Saving up the money to be able to afford it is one thing, but finding time out of your busy schedule is just as hard. So when you’re traveling, you really want to make full use of your time and resources! Here are a few things you should [...]

24Sep2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Beautiful Bubbi Brushes!

For those of you who watch YouTube make up tutorials on a regular basis, you’re probably familiar with the bubbly and talented Bubzbeauty. I personally love her fun, youthful make-up looks and was thrilled to hear that she was launching her own make-up brush line! For those of you who are in the market for [...]

17Sep2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Origins Make A Difference Skin Rejuvenating Treatment

For those with oily or problematic yet sensitive skin, I suggest going for a light, natural gel moisturizer that soothes and hydrates your skin. As someone with super sensitive acne prone skin, I understand how hard that can be! So I’d like to share one of my favorites with you- the Origins Make A Difference [...]

6Sep2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Speeding Up the Morning Routine

You all know the drill, you want to look nice and presentable for the day ahead but it takes so much time! So you end up having to wake up early and lose precious sleep or run late, neither of which are appealing options. So if you want to quicken up your morning routine, here [...]

4Sep2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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How To Wear: Feather Earrings

We’ve been seeing feathers just about everywhere lately, as earrings, necklaces, bag charms, etc. Feathers are even being woven into hair as extensions! It’s no surprise of course, they’re beautiful, feminine and fun. One of my favorite way to incorporate feathers into my look is with gorgeous, dangling feather earrings. Here are a few different [...]

30Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Matching Makeup

As summer turns to fall, the runways are walked once again, setting the beauty and fashion trends for the upcoming months. One fascinating new trend on the runways these days are matching makeup! Whether it’s eyes that match lips, lips that match cheeks or anything of the sort. This may sound boring because we tend [...]

28Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Minimalism- The New Consumerism

These days, while everyone is obsessed with buying and acquiring more possessions, there is a whole other section of the population that is trying their hardest to cut down! These people live life with the motto “less is more” and though it may sound boring to all the shopaholics out there, it may be a [...]

27Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Product Review: Redken All Soft Conditioner

One of the best ways to narrow down your conditioner options is to identify your hair type. The Redken All Soft Conditioner is targeted towards those with dry and brittle hair. It’s supposed to nourish and moisturize dry hair and make it healthy, shiny and soft. Sounds great, but does it really work? Read on [...]

25Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Thinking of Getting a Pet?

It has been proven that having a furry friend at home significantly increases a person’s happiness. But is that reason enough to run out and adopt one? It seems to me that people nowadays are picking up pets on a whim, like they’re handbags instead of living creatures! So if you’re thinking of adopting a [...]

23Aug2011 | lavender | 1 comment | Continued
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Does Vaseline really help lashes grow?

There was a point when the constant use of curlers and mascara really got my lashes down. They fell off and thinned out, which was truly horrifying! So I turned to my good friend google and was surprised to find that many suggest using Vaseline to help lashes grow longer and thicker! This is one [...]

20Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Product Review: Soap and Glory Glad Pits Deodorant

For us ladies living in hot, humid, Malaysian weather, a deodorant is an absolute essential. You don’t want to walk back from lunch and find yourself stinking up the office with the stench of sweat! So for today, we’ll be reviewing a deodorant from a brand that is relatively new to the country- Soap and [...]

15Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Dermalogica Clean Start Kit

It wasn’t too long ago that Dermalogica launched their Clean Start line, a range of skin care products targeted towards teens and adults suffering from acne, clogged pores and other related problems. For those of you who are reluctant to splurge on full sized products, pick up the starter kit! It’s a great way to [...]

9Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued
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Hair Growth Tips

Many of us want long luscious locks, but it’s not always easy! A lot of people have trouble growing their hair out. So if you’re one of those people, never fear. With these helpful tips and a little TLC, you’ll soon have the gorgeous long hair that you want! 1. Avoid tying your hair back. [...]

6Aug2011 | lavender | 1 comment | Continued
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Beauty Product Review: Shu Uemura UV Under Base

When Shu Uemura came out with this primer, it was a pretty new concept! We see cream and gel primers all the time, but mousse, not so much! So face primers are supposed to minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines, give your skin a nice smooth base for your makeup and keep your [...]

4Aug2011 | lavender | 2 comments | Continued
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Fall 2011 Beauty Trends

It’s shocking how quickly time flies. One minute we’re bronzing up for the summer and the next we’re preparing ourselves for Fall! With the new season comes gorgeous new trends seen in magazines and runways all over the world. Preparing yourself for the season of falling leaves? Then be prepared to welcome this fall’s beauty [...]

2Aug2011 | lavender | 0 comments | Continued