By now, reader diva, you may be thinking, “another review on mascara; that’s just what I needed!” But, I felt that I owed it to you, and I did not want Heather’s old standby mascara to get all of the glory. As Heather so astutely pointed out in her “Maybelline Mascara Showdown” post “some [...]

Looking for a way to look fresh-faced and dewy despite drearier winter weather? Check out L’Oreal Bare Naturale All-Over Mineral Glow, an all-over face color that can be used any day, whether you’re going all out with makeup or staying fairly natural. This sheer, very slightly shimmery mineral powder brightens up my whole face but [...]

I’m a big fan of mineral foundations, for several reasons. For one thing, mineral makeup doesn’t usually contain oil or other irritants that make my sensitive skin go crazy. Minerals feel more natural on my skin, too, and I was all too happy to escape that cakey liquid makeup feeling. I also think mineral makeup [...]

Makeup brushes are one thing I have a hard time finding at discount stores. Well, I could find some. Finding ones that I’d actually want to use on my face is another story. Most of the time I buy brushes when I make a much-needed trek to the city, or I shop online. I was [...]