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Monday October 8th, 2012

Prince Harry Is Tatler‘s ‘Man of the Year,’ New Yorkers Should Now Mind the Gap, and Lena Dunham Just Got $3.5 Million Richer
Fashion News Roundup

Prince Harry Is Tatler‘s ‘Man of the Year,’ New Yorkers Should Now Mind the Gap, and Lena Dunham Just Got $3.5 Million Richer

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That other royal hottie, Prince Harry, makes his cover debut on Tatler. The often-scandalous prince has been dubbed their “Man of the Year.” {HuffPo}

New Yorkers, were you tired of those drab yellow MTA subway tickets? No longer: the Gap is the first company to buy front-of-ticket adspace. Bonus: it’s also a coupon! {Observer}

From Biden’s hair to Romney’s “tan”–here’s how the candidates get their game faces on. {BuzzFeed}

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Thursday January 5th, 2012

Why You Should Put Oil on Your Face, Plus Our Recommendations for the Best Ones Out There
Beauty

Why You Should Put Oil on Your Face, Plus Our Recommendations for the Best Ones Out There

by Contessa Schexnayder

Contessa Schexnayder is a makeup artist and has been shackled to the beauty industry for over nine years, working for such lines and retailers as Nars, MAC, Bobbi Brown, Blue Mercury, and Space NK. She is a self-proclaimed ingredient know-it-all, and likes long walks on the beach.

Now that the new year is here, it’s finally time to make a resolution that is easy to keep: taking care of your skin. After all, who wants to spend 2012 with their face looking like a dehydrated piece of fruit? (And, if you’re anything like me, making a declaration to keep your skin lovely is way easier then putting down that second cookie.)

This is why I strongly suggest adding a new product to your skin care arsenal–facial oils. Now I know many of you might be thinking “ick.” But I promise this little product is perfect for all skin types, and if you use the right one, many of your skin care concerns can be solved.

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Friday September 2nd, 2011

Don’t Put Another Product on Your Face Until You Read our Guide to Skin Care in your 20s, 30s, and 40s
Beauty

Don’t Put Another Product on Your Face Until You Read our Guide to Skin Care in your 20s, 30s, and 40s

by Contessa Schexnayder

Ed’s Note: Meet our new beauty columnist! (No, that’s not her at the left. That’s Lindsey Wixson.) Contessa Schexnayder is a makeup artist and has been shackled to the beauty industry for over nine years, working for such lines and retailers as Nars, MAC, Bobbi Brown, Blue Mercury, and Space NK. She is a self-proclaimed ingredient know-it-all, and likes long walks on the beach.

When faced with hundreds of bottles of lotions and potions, the drugstore aisle and department store can be overwhelming places. Do you need a seven step facial regimen? How worried should you be in your 20s about an anti-aging treatments? Should you just give up in your 40s?

We’ll attempt to answer these questions with a handy guide for every age group, complete with product recommendations.

Click through for some advice and pointers.

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Published at 2:45 PM

Monday November 8th, 2010

Round-Up: Our Favorite New(ish) Lip Balms
Beauty

Round-Up: Our Favorite New(ish) Lip Balms

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It’s November now. This means that chapped, dry, flaky lip season is upon us. There are tons of tried-and-true lip balms out there. Kiehl’s has been a sought-after classic for years. Rosebud Salve is a favorite of makeup artists everywhere because of its multi-functionality. Burt’s Bees Beeswax was one of the first green offerings, and it’s got a following that can no longer be called “cult.” Aquaphor is the serious brand recommended by dermatologists. And of course—there’s Carmex.

These are all fantastic, but if you need a new fix for your lips, here’s a round-up of our faves. They include organic, natural, and multi-purpose products.

We did a lot of swiping and wiping for you–now go find someone to kiss.

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Published at 5:00 PM