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, […]
With the season of love upon us, and spring just weeks away, we’ve been on the hunt for a recipe for the perfect long-lasting lip. Makeup guru Nafissa Panahi came to the rescue with an easy set of instructions that incorporates items you should already have in your makeup bag. Panahi has been a makeup […]
For those of you who skip makeup because you don’t have time, give yourself just 5 minutes in the morning to look made up, but not done up! Moisturizing is a necessity, yet women often skip this essential step. Find a lighter moisturizer for summer and a heavier one to use in colder months. […]
Topshop finally opened its doors on Michigan Avenue last week, but fabulous fashion isn’t the only thing filling its shelves. The British retailer has also launched a line of beauty products, and Make It Better’s editors took them for a test drive. Lips Lip Polish ($8): Associate Editor Liz Logan swears by this balm in […]
Who doesn’t love a cheap thrill? Here are 9 beauty secrets that are easy on the pocketbook and really work! 1. Johnson & Johnson Baby Shampoo Baby shampoo gently cleans your makeup brushes, which should be done at least every month—if not weekly—to eliminate bacteria and oil. Pour a dime size amount of shampoo in […]
Like most gals, I have my “drop off the kids at school” uniform—typically a white tee and jeans. But there are those days when I like to look a little more put-together.
