Tag Archives: cosmetics

Beauty Breakdown: Kate Mara

Rachel KrauseFebruary 17, 2013 //

Oooh, yeah, it's a sister-off between Rooney and Kate. 10 Photos »

Beauty Dare: Green Liner

Julie took this one to the streets. Read More »

Natural Facial Oils

5 Oils You Should Be Putting On Your Face Right Now

Five oils you should be putting on your face right now! 6 Photos »

Rooney Mara As Lisbeth

Rooney Mara won the coveted role as Lisbeth Salander in "Dragon Tattoo." Read More »

“I’m in love with Kate Mara’s look from the ‘House of Cards’ premiere. How can a mere mortal like me score her otherworldly glowy skin and gorgeous eyes?” – Jennifer

Oh, a Mara looking freakishly flawless; what else is new? No matter how far I zoom in on this photo, I cannot find a single blemish. It must be in the DNA… or not. Dun dun dun. Let’s be honest — the key to looking this high-quality picture-perfect is tons and tons of makeup… and a little bit more for good measure. Because you’re not going to be photographed by hi-def cameras with flashbulbs under already-bright lights on a red carpet (I assume), you’ll be able to get a similar perfect finish without layers and layers of product. Good news, right? Keep reading »

An All-Natural Deodorant That Actually Does What It Claims (Really!)

Rachel KrauseFebruary 15, 2013 //

Natural Facial Oils

Five oils you should be putting on your face right now! 6 Photos »

Green Skincare

These five companies are worth every penny. Read More »

MacBook Perfume

Yep, it's a thing. Read More »

There’s been a lot of talk in the past few years about chemicals in deodorant and their potential cancer-causing properties. I can’t speak to that because I’m not a scientist (weird, right?), but I do know that traditional deodorants and antiperspirants have never quite worked for me: my sensitive skin and haphazard shaving habits make me the perfect candidate for redness and irritation (and if you’ve ever applied deodorant on raw skin, you know just how painful that irritation can be), and the unmistakable plasticky-powdered-flower stench knows just how to induce a migraine in seconds flat. I used to forego the stuff altogether because I don’t have much of a natural scent, but since I’ve started exercising regularly (a novel concept!), that is no longer an option. And so began the search for a natural deodorant that isn’t Tom’s of Maine or a friggin’ rock. It’s pricy, so call me a flagrant wastrel if you must, but Lavanila’s The Healthy Deodorant is the only way to go from here. The light, fresh scents come from a combination of essential oils, and thanks to its primary ingredient (aloe!) I’ll never have to face a compulsively itchy armpit ever again. And here’s the kicker: it really works, all day long. [$18, Lavanila]

10 Lip Colors That Won’t Scare Off Your (Or Any) Guy

Rachel KrauseFebruary 5, 2013 //

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As the kind of girl who leaves red lipstick stains on everything, everywhere, I have scared off more than a few men (and probably small children) in my day. There’s nothing more alarming to a guy than a slick red mouth that pretty much guarantees it’s going to end up all over you. Any other day of the year, I would advise you to pile on the MAC Lady Danger and join me in terrifying the penis-wielding population, but I suppose some changes must be made in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. For those who are married to their lipstick, but want to look just slightly more kissable this time of year, here are 10 subtle lip colors in moisturizing formulas to pump up your pout without sending your male counterpart, prospective or otherwise, running for the hills…

Themed Valentines

15 themed Valentines we love! 15 Photos »

Lipstick 101: Bold Shades

How to find the perfect bold lipstick for you! Read More »

BTD: Flower Lip Butter

Jess is obsessed with Drew's new makeup line! Read More »

Makeup Bag: The Best Beauty Buys $25 And Under

Rachel KrauseJanuary 9, 2013 //

I don’t know about you, but my New Year’s resolutions have a lot to do with being a little more frugal. It hurts to part with my crazy-high skincare and makeup budget (seriously, what’s wrong with me?), but this is something that must be done. Rather than go cold turkey on my favorite products (never a good idea), I’ve found that many of them come in significantly cheaper mini forms, so I don’t have to sacrifice style for savings… and neither do you! Here are 10 of my favorite, no-fail beauty products that ring in at just $25 or under, perfect for your (and my) penny-pinching program. Keep reading »

Get The Glow!

Just because it's winter doesn't mean you have to be dull. Read More »

Glam Goth Beauty

More Siouxsie than Hot Topic. Read More »

Makeup Bag: Face Mists

Ten Fresh Face Mists To Make Sweaty Summer Skin A Little More Bearable

Feeling a little sluggish? A spritz to the face could do you some good. 11 Photos »

Makeup Bag: Keep Your Icy Cool This Winter

Rachel KrauseDecember 26, 2012 //

It’s always around this time of year that we notice our skin has taken a turn for the lackluster. We don’t know where to point fingers: the colder temperatures, the food, the drinks, the activities, or (most likely) some combination thereof? As it happens, it’s also around this time of year that our shimmery bronzers tend to seem a bit, well, out of place… so we’re taking a cue from the weather this season and abandoning the golden glitz in favor of icy touches and pearly glimmers. We’ve got the details on how to get that glow back: gentle exfoliation, heavy-duty moisture, and a few key products will help you look every bit the ice queen this winter. Keep reading »

How-To: Kristen Stewart

We copied Kristen's pretty bronze smoky eye. Read More »

How-To: Leighton Meester

Leighton's bold red lips are perfect for the holidays. Read More »

How-To: Julianne Hough

Vintage lovers: this 1920s-esque look is to die for. Read More »

Apparently Gwyneth Paltrow Has Seven Sides And “Rock” Is One Of Them

Rachel KrauseDecember 21, 2012 //

Ugh, Gwyneth Raps

So much second-hand embarrassment here. Read More »

Reason 4567 To Hate GOOP

In the event that you need yet another. Read More »

Gwyneth's Cookbook

Behold, a dramatic reading of Gwyneth Paltrow's cookbook. Read More »

Here are just a few of the many reasons I wake up every day pissed off that I’m not Margot Tenenbaum: child prodigy, award-winning author and playwright, perfect bob and the face to pull it off, mink coat, wooden finger, cold, haughty aloofness, perfect eyeliner application, marriage to Raleigh St. Clair, verboten romance with hot brother Richie, affair with Eli Cash. She is my dream girl insofar as in my dreams, I am her. But you know who I think is super, super lame? Like, the lamest? Gwyneth Paltrow! She is cripplingly lame. I can’t even reconcile her acting ability with her actual existence because I’m just like, oh my god, Goop, put your Margot clothes back on already for Christ’s sake. Keep reading »

CC Cream Set To Replace BB Cream As The All-In-One Beauty Product Of Choice

Rachel KrauseDecember 13, 2012 //

Makeup Bag: BB Creams

Makeup Bag: The Best New Thing In Beauty

The best new thing in beauty is not... 8 Photos »

BTD: BB Cream

Jane Iredale's BB cream made believers out of us. Read More »

Green Skincare

These five companies are worth every penny. Read More »

The beauty industry is kind of like Apple insofar as just when you think you’ve got your hands on the latest and greatest product, there’s an even better one already on the horizon. (Which probably explains why I refuse to upgrade my iPhone or MacBook until that shit is busted. I just can’t keep up!) Take BB cream, for example: the super-popular “beauty balm” went from being an Asian favorite made only by overseas brands (and available only on Amazon by questionably-named Korean retailers with 14-21 days shipping) to a ubiquitous formula marketed by every brand from Dior to Maybelline. At first, it was hyped as the be-all, end-all combination of primer, foundation, and concealer. It sounds rad in theory, but the actual product left something to be desired, as they tend to leave an oily finish and come in, like, two colors tops. Keep reading »

Beauty Test Drive: Urban Decay Supercurl Curling Mascara

Winona Dimeo-EdigerNovember 28, 2012 //

BTD: Maybelline Stiletto

Find out how Rachel is rocking a matte black cat eye. Read More »

BTD: Argan Lotion

Winona is in love with this Moroccan oil lotion for winter. Read More »

BTD: Revlon Stain

Jess won't be divorcing her Chapstick any time soon. Read More »

My lashes are stick straight and blonde, and I wish I was fine with that, but instead I have dedicated a significant portion of my time on earth to making them appear long, dark, and luxuriously curly. This pursuit has taken me to the brightly lit beauty counters of luxury cosmetic brands and the dark recesses of drugstore clearance racks. It has caused me to hyperventilate in front of the Sephora employee who told me that the Shu Uemura eyelash curler would no longer be carried in US stores (don’t worry, it’s online), and it has caused me to burn my cheek with the metal edge of said eyelash curler after heating it up with a hairdryer in college. Along the way I’ve learned a lot and found quite a few awesome products, but I’m always on the lookout for more. You can imagine my excitement, then, when I discovered Urban Decay’s Supercurl Curling Mascara. Did it live up to its name? Read on to find out… Keep reading »

Beauty Test Drive: Revlon Balm Stain

Jessica WakemanNovember 26, 2012 //

BTD: Lip Tar

Rachel loves this 100% vegan lip color. Read More »

BTD: Bobbi Brown Lipstick

Jessica is really digging Bobbi Brown's Rich Lip Color. Read More »

BTD: Lip Butter

These Revlon lip butters look fab on Winona's sweet lips. Read More »

I am very possibly a lip beauty product hoarder. Alas, that is not what we are here to discuss.

I’d long admired the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain at my local pharmacy, but I never felt justified in forking over $8 for yet another lip product. Then last weekend I lost my nerve and finally bought the shade Lovesick, a vibrant-but-not-clownish hot pink. Keep reading »

Tried & True: The Best Makeup To Cry In

Rachel KrauseNovember 20, 2012 //

On Crying

A writer talks about a time when everyone saw her cry. Read More »

Black Eyeliners

The best black eyeliners out there. 8 Photos »

Mascara that stays put

The tube is gorgeous and the mascara is awesome. Read More »

Tried And True: The Best Makeup To Cry In

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We generally pride ourselves on being perfectly composed and businesslike here at The Frisky offices ~~ahahahahahaha~~, but I think we can all agree that we’ve endured a rough couple of weeks. Mercury Retrograde has had its wicked way with us, and needless to say, there have been some tears. Quite a few, in fact. So many that we now consider ourselves well-versed experts in the art of looking good (read: halfway acceptable, maybe), even when we feel like absolute shit. Leaving the house may be the very last thing you want to do when you’re feeling godawful for whatever reason, yet part of any recovery process is getting out in the world and reminding yourself that, yes, life goes on … but we’ve got you covered should you find yourself breaking down in the produce aisle. We know. It happens.