8 Beauty Breakthroughs From the Past Year

Every year, the beauty world dazzles us with the hottest new "must-try" products - and they seem to grow more and more miraculous with time. These hot items range from makeup and haircare, all the way down to...toothpaste?! Here's what you need to know about best beauty breakthroughs from the past year.   1. BB & CC Creams Cue "At Last" by Etta. These miracle products have become staples...

Blonde to Brunette And Back Again: A Hair Color Journey

Me again! The long-time blonde turned temporary brunette lover. And I say temporary not because I didn't love it, but because I was itching to get back to my roots. Last fall I made one heck of a decision to dye my blonde hair a Sophia Bush-inspired deep auburn with mahogany undertones. I was terrified at the thought of such a huge change, but ended up LOVING IT. I didn't think I could pull dark o...

6 Summer Hair Dilemmas: Solved

Sometimes it may seem like there ain't no cure for the summertime blues when it comes to your precious locks. However, these top summer hair gripes DO have solutions! 1. Flat Locks Battling with humidity in the summer can be a real drag for your strands. Almost literally. Styling your hair can be a complete waste of time without the right ingredients. First, try using a shampoo and conditioner de...

Pool Pretty: 6 Chic Hairstyles To Wear Poolside

Hot town, summer in the city! Grab your swim suit, a cocktail, and your best pool hairstyle. Need a little help with that? We've got 6 chic options to help you rock serious style at that upcoming pool party! 1. Beach Waves Long, flowy waves in the summer seem to go hand-in-hand when thinking of "hair to wear". This sexy, effortless style can be achieved easily in the summer months - as you can s...

Beauty Regimen 101: Removing Your Eye Makeup

There's no denying that removing your eye makeup can be one of the biggest hassles in your beauty regimen. However, despite the hassle, it is one of the most important! It's a question I've been asking my fellow makeup-loving ladies for years now: "How do YOU remove your eye makeup?". After failed attempts at using a washcloth on my eyes in the shower and emerging looking like Alice Cooper, eye m...

Exposed: Sneaky Secrets Behind Perfect Ad Hair

"Pantene can do THAT for hair?!" "How do these girls get such shiny, bouncy locks?" "Perfect hair is possible through drugstore brand products?!" Answer: Not quite. TRESemme: Eww nah-nah They are all questions we've wondered and have been naive enough to believe at some point. That the curliest, shiniest, bounciest hair can be achieved through a shampoo and conditioner right off a convenience st...

3 Bold Statement Necklaces to Jazz Up Your Style

Looking for a great way to spice up the jeans and tee look? A bright, chunky statement necklace may be just what you need to stand out! Statement necklaces continue to be a must-have accessory, and over time have [literally] gotten bigger, bolder, and chunkier. New and interesting styles continue to pop up, such as the new collar necklace and mixed-bead trend. Read on to hear all about them!  ...

Blonde to Brunette: One Blogger's Journey

I've been blonde a majority of my life. My college years were pretty much an experiment with the color - ranging from strawberry, golden, to champagne. It's clear to assume that blonde has always been my color of choice. Until this past fall. Desperate for a change from a stagnant shade of blonde, I got my inspiration for a drastic change from my post on The Best Fall Shades For Your Skin Tone. I...