February 7, 2012

Starry-Eyed Surprise

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Following runway beauty trends can be a full-time job (really!), and busy moms have no time to scour style.com trying to figure out how to incorporate out-there looks into their personal beauty routines. That said, there is something so satisfying about attempting--and pulling off--a fresh, … [Read more...]

Cita’s Skincare Routine

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Snazzy title, right? ;-) Lack of title-creativity aside, I have three skincare products I use nearly every single day: Clinique's Three Step System, St. Ives' Invigorating Apricot Scrub, and MAC's Microfine Refinisher. I've been using Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion for … [Read more...]

What’s In Trina’s Makeup Bag?

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Hey, hey everyone! I'm Trina, a 30-something married momma of 2. I was born and raised in Sweet Home Alabama, and my family and I still call it home. I've always loved fashion and makeup but over the last few years have really become obsessed with it. I contribute here at Chic Critique every … [Read more...]

What’s In My Everyday Make Up Bag

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Hi Everyone! I'm Emily a 30-something new mom to an adorable five month old girl. I grew up in Canada (where I currently live) but I spent most of my twenties in London, England which massively influenced my sense of style and beauty. Before we get to my bag I have a confession to make. I'm … [Read more...]

I Love Candy

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A few weeks ago, I sent out a plea on Twitter for favorite brands of everyday eyeshadow. The votes were clear: once you go MAC, you never go back. So I hightailed myself to Nordstrom and got my first MAC eyeshadows - All That Glitters and Trax. Around the same time, I got a flyer in the … [Read more...]