The future of hair salons has arrived in Chicago via chic Airstream trailers. JOOJ Blow Dry, a mobile salon company, opened its shiny doors on Nov. 9, offering customers an accessible and convenient hair styling experience. Inspired by the fashion term “tszuj” meaning to improve through a tweak, JOOJ gives you a good hair day […]
Your makeup looks flawless when you leave the house, but by the time you’re done with lunch, your dark circles have reappeared and your lipstick’s nonexistent. Sound like you? These tricks will help your makeup last throughout the day and save you from future makeup blunders. Take off makeup correctly. When you wash your face and […]
You don’t have to venture far in Chicago to find some of the hippest destinations for beauty, fashion and design. Whether you’re seeking a last-minute blowout or are in need of a new date-night outfit, check out one of these fab new spots. Restoration Hardware Want to know where the city’s trend-setters are hanging out? […]
With the countless number of makeup lines, innovative beauty products and addictive YouTube makeup tutorials, it seems now more than ever, teens are fascinated with the beauty industry and love trying out new looks on themselves. But, at what age is it really appropriate to wear makeup and how much makeup should your teen be […]
Northbrook native Kelly LaBanco has brushed makeup on musician Kelly Clarkson, comedian Jon Stewart, actresses Elaine Hendrix and Megan Mullally, as well as celebrities at the Grammys for eight years. She knows a thing or two about getting gorgeous – and she spilled her secrets for us. “My goal with cosmetics is to enhance the natural […]
Autumn is upon us. As you’re swapping your swimsuits and sandals for sweaters and boots, don’t forget to freshen up your beauty routine, too. Here are seven of our favorite stylish (but attainable) trends inspired by the change in season. Multi-Colored Nails Amber Edwards, nail director at Mario Tricoci, says this season’s biggest manicure trend […]
I was recently asked to write something about the “Best Beauty Treatments in Chicago.” This is a huge topic that can include everything from hair to nails, and all the muscles in between, so I decided to focus on what I think is the best “bang for your buck” in the medical spa industry and […]
When it comes to beautiful, healthy skin, hair and nails, the old adage “you are what you eat” definitely rings true. Breakouts, inflammation, brittle nails and dull hair can be improved just by making better food choices. Dermatologist Jordan Carqueville of The Skin Care Center in Glenview and Chicago explains, “Foods containing natural antioxidants help reduce […]
You can tell a lot about a woman by her makeup choices. Thanks to cosmetic companies like MAC and Essie, many lipstick and nail polish colors now come with witty, whimsical and sometimes outrageous names. And for a makeup bag as cheeky as its contents, look no further than Pamela Barsky, designer, New York native, […]
Black eyeliner is likely one of the first types of makeup you played around with when you were a teenager. It can make eyes stand out and add drama. As you get older, black liner can continue to be a go-to product in your beauty kit, but you may have to tweak how you’re using […]
