Grab your girlfriends for a night of pampering at a private party just for you! Enter to win an exclusive Benefit Boutique Beauty Bash and enjoy: Champagne Small bites Makeup application Brow shaping, lash or brow tint One-on-one pampering Book your beauty bash before 12/31—the perfect way to gather the girls for a fun holiday […]
Go from daytime to dramatic in a snap with these products and tips from the pros. BB Beauty Fix Revitalize and refine on the go with a high-powered cream to smooth and correct after a long day at work. Try: L’Occitane’s new Sublime Beauty Cream ($39, L’Occitane at Old Orchard). Celebrity makeup artist Andrew Sotamayor, […]
No single beauty product can turn back the clock. That said, there are certain tricks for fall that can help skin appear more youthful, including pampering those parts of your face you might sometimes neglect, starting with your lips. Lip Service You probably keep your lips hydrated, but when was the last time you […]
As rising stars of Chicago’s media scene, Make It Better’s Marjie Killeen and Beth Engelman wanted to reinvent their style for upcoming corporate speaking and television gigs. You can change your look this fall, too. Start with pieces that can be worn both at the office and out on the town. On the Job Black-and-white […]
Just when you’ve figured out the circuit of BB creams, the beauty world brings us the next big thing: CC cream. CC cream, otherwise known as color control cream or color correction cream, is this summer’s hottest product—perfect for long, hot days when you want something lighter than a foundation that still provides coverage. So […]
Have you been bitten yet by the online luxury shopping bug? After all, nothing is sexier than great fashion that you got for a deal! Make It Better.net has taken a look at three of today’s most popular luxury online sites—Gilt.com, HauteLook.com, and RueLaLa.com—and broken down how they compare. Gilt.com The Scoop: Gilt founders […]
Everyone knows that a good manicure is a must-have summer accessory. There’s no other season where your digits are so consistently exposed, so it’s vital that they’re perfectly polished and on-trend. We got the inside info from salons across the North Shore to ensure you have everything you need to be a nail-fashion maven. Trend: […]
Frosted eye shadow. Raccoon lined eyes. Sound like your teenage daughter? She may have started wearing makeup but needs some pointers. We’re here to help! Get your teen in the habit of taking care of her skin at an early age. Start with an SPF moisturizer and daily cleanser. There are many on the market, […]
Sweaty summer days practically demand a beachy braid. Look hot and stay cool with these low-maintenance looks that can be done at home in 10 minutes or less—perfect for a beach weekend, summer wedding or night out with friends (including a few great looks for younger girls). We scoured the web to bring you these […]
Sunglasses are a summer staple. Not only do you want to protect your peepers and the delicate skin around your eyes from damaging UV rays, but you also want to look your best. And there’s nothing like a stunning pair of frames to take your outfit from “OK” to “oh, HEY.” Try any of these […]
