Author Archives: Laura Bissessar

Our Guide on How to Use Makeup Highlighter

Our Guide on How to Use Makeup Highlighter. African American skincare models portrait. Beauty spa treatment concept. Young girl posing with closed eyes against pink background

Applying makeup is a creative balance of enhancing features, concealing imperfections, and achieving a better feeling about ourselves. To get a genuinely radiant visage that’ll have you winking back at yourself, no makeup bag would be complete without a makeup highlighter or two. Highlighters aren’t here to make skin look shiny; instead, they reflect light [Read More…]

The Beautifying Benefits of Anti Aging Serum

The Beautifying Benefits of Anti-Aging Serums. A mature woman with bare shoulders looking away against a gray background.

When it comes to skincare, if you regularly cleanse your face, moisturize, and apply sunscreen, you’re already ahead of the game. But the game of life throws many challenges our way, and while one of them is aging gracefully, another is adjusting your beauty routine to address the subsequent concerns of getting older. That’s why [Read More…]

How to Get Rid of Dark Circles Under The Eyes

How to Get Rid of Dark Circles Under Eyes. Cropped shot of young caucasian woman's face with dark circles under eyes before and after cosmetic treatment. Bruises under eyes caused by fatigue, insomnia.

Dark circles under the eyes are one of the more frustrating aspects of trying to achieve a bright, even complexion. Covering them up with makeup takes a delicate dance of heavily pigmented concealers. And if one more person asks if you’re tired after a restful 8 hours of sleep, it’s back to the drawing board. [Read More…]

Our Total Body Guide to Skin Exfoliation

Our Total Body Guide to Skin Exfoliation. Woman touch face and enjoying of her skin stock photo

You already know the feeling. It’s when the skin on your face or body feels rough and looks dull. Or you’re wondering why makeup isn’t going on as evenly as it once did. We have a natural inclination to want to get rid of all the blah feelings and get even soft skin. And the [Read More…]

Why You’ll Want These Cleansers for Uneven Skin Tone and Dark Spots

Why You’ll Want These Cleansers for Dark Spots and Uneven Skin Tone. Closeup studio shot of a beautiful young woman with freckles skin, cleansing her face with cotton pad. Posing against a grey background

One of the reasons we love makeup is its ability to give us glowing, even skin. But what if camera-ready skincare goals can be achieved without having to wear various powders, foundations, and concealers? This isn’t shade being thrown at makeup, but if you’ve developed an uneven skin tone, it can be a struggle to [Read More…]

How to Prevent and Correct Wrinkles on Neck

How to Prevent and Correct Wrinkles on Neck. Pretty Woman Applying Face Cream on her Neck stock photo

Does a lifetime of low-cut blouses and V-neck tops have your neck and chest showing your age? You’re in good company. Most of us focus our skincare on the face and less on what lies below the jawline. And while there are intrinsic causes of neck wrinkles, lack of care leaves lots of room for [Read More…]

Here’s Why You Need Serious Skin Protection for Skiing

Why You Need Serious Skin Protection for Skiing. Young adult woman rubbing sunscreen stock photo

It’s time to get excited about ski season! There’s nothing like that time of year to go on a winter holiday with friends and family. A snowy break from life brings crisp air, fresh powder, and, of course, the après ski festivities. What you don’t want it to bring, however, is finding that you’ve accidentally [Read More…]

The Best Skincare for Oily Skin

The Best Skincare for Oily Skin. Smiling young woman with curly hear and clear skin stock photo.

There are a few universal rules regarding taking care of your skin. The first part starts on the inside – drink water, eat nutrient-rich foods, and avoid smoking at all costs. Then there’s the routine maintenance on the outside – keep your skin clean, protect it from the sun, and moisturize. Sounds simple and kinda [Read More…]

The Essential 4-Step Face Care Routine for Beautiful, Healthy Skin

The Essential 4-Step Face Care Routine for Beautiful, Healthy Skin. Your face will show you inner glow stock photo

There’s lots of information to learn when building the best beauty routine for your skin. Digesting it all can get overwhelming, even confusing, especially regarding what to use on your face and in what order. Fortunately, there’s a way to simplify all the noise so you can stay focused and develop the best face care [Read More…]

The Best Moisturizers for Crepey Skin… Wherever It Appears

The Best Moisturizers for Crepey Skin… Wherever It Appears

There comes a day when you’re living life, and then, all at once, you may notice that life has been living you. There’s no need to be alarmed. The physical signs that you have “been there” and “done that” just mean that it’s time to take that extra step in your beauty routine to treat [Read More…]