Written by Lesley Holland Downey Chances are your first makeup items included mascara. The transformation that this one step gives your eyes is pretty amazing. There are lots of opinions out there about which one is “best,” but the answer is, it depends on what you want, your individual eye shape, your skin type, and how your eyes are set. It’s a little like finding the perfect match on a dating app. There’s the brush itself to consider; do you like a massive brush or a dainty one? Curved or …
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Lindsey Regan Thorne’s Makeup Bag Must-Haves
Peachy Beauty Editor Lesley Downey recently sat down with Charlotte-based hair + makeup stylist, mom, and entrepreneur Lindsey Regan Thorne to chat about how she created the easy, natural looks featured in the launch of our first-ever Capsule Collection. Makeup for photography is different from in real life – for example, you won’t find products with SPF at a photo shoot yet sun protection should absolutely be part of your daily routine – but many of Lindsey’s faves are great for every day. …
Beauty Report: Listen to the Pros
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey I love doing my own makeup—it’s relaxing—and a little “me time” in the midst of a busy day is always a treat, but I realize that many people don’t feel this way at all. When faced with a big day, a black tie event or gala, a wedding or being photographed, many people just want to hand it over to a professional. Even choosing products for everyday wear can cause “analysis paralysis”—there are simply too many choices out there for most people to navigate. Thank …
Beauty Report: Summer Hot List
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey …