Blush & Bronzer Tips from Lancome Cosmetics

There were so many luxe makeup and skincare tips I picked up during my time behind a Lancome counter years ago. The Lancome brand is home to a few awesomely talented makeup artists who love to show the best ways to apply Lancome’s rich, finely milled line of color for beautiful makeup looks.

Here, Lancome makeup artist Sandy Linter shows us how to get the perfect blush and bronzer look for everyday beauty.

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Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo & Conditioner Review (by Maria)

I admit it, I have an addiction and it’s taken a destructive turn. No, I’m not talking about drugs or alcohol; I’m referring to my constant need to change my hair color.

I have lived through various shades of browns, reds, blondes, and even touches of pink during my years at Berkeley, and it has taken a real toll on my hair’s health. Over the past two years, though, I have finally found a way to help heal my dry, damaged, splitting hair. Besides the obvious bi-monthly trim and decelerated color change, I’ve started using Aveda hair products. In particular, Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo and Conditioner have given life back to my hair – glossing and smoothing it without weighing it down with product.

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Ms. Manicure Handy Dandy Mani Kit Review (by Janine)

I hate doing my own nails. Seriously. The color part I can handle – I can even do colored tips and little gems – but the shaping part has always been a problem for me. That is, until I received the Handy Dandy Mani kit from Ms. Manicure ($9.99).

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