Last spring I was introduced to a line of products by Seriesse International called A Essentials 30+. This product line contains retinol (think Retin-A) -- one of the most well-known and respected ingredients for fighting fine lines and aging. I remember when I first heard of … [Read more...]
Everyday Minerals Finishing Powder
September 10, 2008
I posted a while back on Everyday Minerals and about being allergic to bismuth and mica. While I love their foundation, I made a grave discovery about their finishing powders. Finishing powders are great to help with the oil in the summer and if you aren't allergic to mica, they make for a great … [Read more...]
I Tried It Tuesday!
September 9, 2008
It's time for I Tried It Tuesday! Have you tried a product we have reviewed on Chic Critique? We want to hear about it. Here's what you do. 1. Post about the product on your blog. Tell us your thoughts on the product based on your experience, and include a link back … [Read more...]
Fabulous Fall Feet
September 9, 2008
As fall is right around the corner I find myself already missing my flip flops, sandals, and wedges! Fortunately, the weather is still warm around here and peep toes are still in so I plan to get in a few pedicures before my tootsies are buried in wool. Now for the all important … [Read more...]
Best of Sephora
September 8, 2008
I had a post all ready (well, all ready in my head - that counts, right?) about nail care until I got this email from Sephora yesterday. The Best of Sephora 2008 is in! There are 30 categories in all. Here are a few of the products I have personal knowledge of or experience … [Read more...]
When you are on the go…
September 5, 2008
I love my mineral makeup, but sometimes I just don't have time for all that concealer, mineral foundation, finishing powder mess. Mess is a good name for what it can be when you are in a hurry. I always happen to spill my mineral foundation on me when I'm wearing black. What is up … [Read more...]
I Tried It Tuesday is BACK!
September 5, 2008
Okay Chic Critique fans, it's time to get off the couch and join in the chic critiquing. "I Tried It Tuesday" is BACK, and this is how it works. On Tuesday (duh!), we will put up the I Tried It Tuesday post with Mr. Linky. You write a short post on your blog about a … [Read more...]
Silver may be in but raccoon eyes are never in style
September 4, 2008
Last week I put up a poll asking what you think of the silver/gray eyeshadow trend that is hitting the run ways and showing up in catalogs everywhere. With 95 votes cast it looks like silver eyes are a hit for fall. The final results are as follows:33 -think the look is great.27 - are … [Read more...]
A Plucky Post About Tweezers
September 2, 2008
Now, who knew that you needed to spend $20 to get a good pair of tweezers? Have you ever noticed that all my posts are about me telling you to spend too much money on products? Why is that, do you think? Could it be because I am the world's biggest beauty snob and I have poor spending … [Read more...]
