Beauty Junkie

Despite the fact that my bathroom counter is literally spilling over with beauty products of all kinds, I'm always on the lookout for the latest and greatest new products on the market to share with the world. I snapped up Charlotte Ronson's Charm 2xA Blush/Bronzer stick from Sephora in 'Abby' (named after Abby Elliott) and am thrilled with the results. (Note: I've been a fan of the hip designer's beauty line since I first attended her launch party, so I knew taking a gamble on this seemingly smart product most likely wouldn't disappoint.) And, I was right.

It's a genius little duo that quickly contours and brightens the face with a few quick swipes. It's easily transportable, virtually fool-proof and the shades are fantastic on my olive/golden complexion. With summer just around the corner, I know this is one fabulous multi-tasker that will make its way into my summer tote all season long.

Obsessed!

My latest beauty obsession is from TooFaced, one of my fave makeup brands on this planet (and not just because they have the cutest, girliest packaging.) I recently discovered their Full Bloom Lip and Cheek Color in Sweet Pea (middle shade) and I'm incredibly impressed. It's light and super blendable, but packs major pigment which looks incredible on. The Sweet Pea color is perfect on my tan skin, and makes me look instantly revived and glam in a few quick swipes. No fuss, no muss, just fabulous, radiant color in no time at all.



$21 at Sephora.

Beauty Junkie: Smitten with Stila

I have to confess: things are suddenly getting a lot more serious between a certain beauty brand and me. Let me explain.

Now I've had a long-term relationship of sorts with Stila Cosmetics for well over a decade. Sure, I dabbled with their smudge pots and glosses, and even flirted around with their shimmery eye shadows, but it was always just for fun. I admit it's never been heart-pounding infatuation, or even close to lust. But nonetheless, Stila has always been on my radar and it's always treated me well...but never anything to write home about, so to speak.

That was, until I laid eyes on a few of its newest releases: the smudge stick waterproof eyeliner, the custom color blush and the all-day waterproof liquid eyeliner.





I think I'm in love.

No, seriously. These products are perfection, and I don't just toss terms like that around loosely.

Both of the eyeliners give me a fabulously long-lasting cat eye that stays on all day (I even went to the pool today and had no traces of smudging!) The ink pen gives a precise deep black line that dramatizes eyes like no other (my other lifelong favorite is from CARGO, but is no longer available at Sephora, so I've been on the hunt for an adequate replacement.) The smudge stick surprised me with its performance, as well, and comes in a handful of fun colors. My pick? Purple tang.

And lastly, the blush is beyond. I realize it looks slightly gaudy in bright fuchsia, but trust me when I say this pH-based powder magically adapts to your skin tone and looks phenomenal. Truly the perfect blush--I can't get enough!

Get your Stila stash at Sephora.