Ever seen couture up close? We get intimate with Chanel’s latest collection in New York
Montreal Fashion Week: Our final dispatch including LYN knitwear and UNTTLD’s “sexy beast”
LFW Diary: The last of the scoop from London including standout shows from Mary Katrantzou and Middleton fave Roksanda Ilincic
First kiss: Marking her 10th anniversary with Rimmel, Kate Moss unveils a lipstick collection
Daily steal: Fold-over boots, $49
All posts under ‘Afternoon beauty fix’
By Rebecca Perrin | February 21st, 2012 | 2:00 pm
I have a seriously difficult time making my nail polish look nice when I do an at-home manicure—my non-dominant hand always ruins it! Any training tips?
Since few of us are ambidextrous and gifted at polish application, I wouldn’t sweat your skill set. Leeanne Colley, Revlon’s nail expert for Canada, recently recommended one simple solution for this exact complication: start by painting the nails on your more difficult hand! Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 17th, 2012 | 2:30 pm
It’s been a while now, but when I was a teenager I used to force my pimples to pop and now I’m left with considerable scarring around my mouth area. Is it too late to correct the damage I’ve done?
You’ll be happy to hear that “scarring” is a misleading term. Popping pimples is a damaging activity because it inflames and infuriates your cells—dark spots are the repercussions. They’re not “scars” though—they’re pigmentation clusters that can be treated and minimized with dermabrasion, phototherapy, or by applying a high concentration of Vitamin C, nature’s powerful exfoliant. Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 16th, 2012 | 2:00 pm
If I’m going to put so much effort into creating cool nail art, how can I guarantee it won’t chip away the very next day?
Fixing nail polish that’s chipped already and preventing it from happening from the start are two totally different dilemmas. Investing your time in detailed handiwork validates the placement of a security blanket—that is, a good quality base coat and top coat. But not all protective layers are created equal, and some are more useful in particular instances. Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 15th, 2012 | 2:00 pm
I love Katy Perry’s blue hair but I could never pull it off amidst my real-life obligations. Is there a more accessible way to show off my love for bright colours?
I’m with you on adoring a splash of colour against a sea of typical shades—Kelly Osbourne‘s violet tint looks toned down compared to Katy’s, though it would still take an informed stylist and tons of work to maintain a bright dye job on your own. Candy-coloured hair started trending with the Thakoon Spring 2012 runway show and has caught on like wildfire with musicians and actors alike. Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 14th, 2012 | 2:00 pm
I’m feeling stressed at work and it’s showing on my face. It’s worse than the usual breakout. How can I relax or at least look like it?
Stress is not an illusory sensation; it’s physical. It can surface in the form of enlarged pores, broken capillaries, or even psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea on your skin. Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 13th, 2012 | 3:30 pm
What am I supposed to do when I finish off a perfect eye-makeup application with a mistaken touch from my mascara wand? Black smudges ruin it every time!
It’s so typical that only when you’re halfway through your shadow application do you realize it may have been practical to apply your mascara first to avoid this inevitable flub. And since super lengthening and volumizing formulas have become en vogue, I swear it’s doubly difficult to avoid a dollop of the black wax. Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 10th, 2012 | 2:30 pm
My regularly oily skin has been crazy dry this winter. How do I find a moisturizer that won’t clog my pores and make me break out?
Your skin offers a clear indication of your internal health—the fact that you usually have oily skin and suddenly have dry skin suggests you may have altered your diet, your environment, or are feeling some stress. Read more »
By Rebecca Perrin | February 9th, 2012 | 2:00 pm
How is it possible to keep a hairstyle in the winter when I’ve got to wear a hat? By the time I get to work my efforts have been squashed… literally!
Choosing between warmth and a hairstyle isn’t fair when you need both. If you like volume and regularly blow out your hair in the morning, do your best to ensure it is completely dry before tucking it under a toque. Even if your hair is only slightly damp, it’s vulnerable to flattening out and developing wrinkles that’ll stay all day. Read more »
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