“If shopping doesn’t make you happy then you’re in the wrong shop!” – Mimosa Rose
Keeping up with beauty maintenance alone is costly enough as it is. Being a university student is costly enough as it is. Shopping for makeup, hair, skincare, and fragrance only adds to the cost of being a woman, let alone a female university student. Which is why I think it’s only right that I share all the online discount and coupon codes I could find for various beauty stores.
Many of these are either through third party verification sites that are absolutely safe (all they do is verify you are student on behalf of the retailer through a student ID or email) or directly through the store via their website. Lo and behold are all the beauty stores I could find that are currently offering discounts to college students! Your welcome!
“Solitude is where I place my chaos to rest and awaken my inner peace.” – Nikki Rowe
So it’s about time, we talk about Korean skincare…Korean skincare is known for high-quality products that aim to achieve porcelain doll-like skin. But since they do have such a wide market of gorgeous brands and products, it can be pretty confusing to know where to dive in and find products for your skin needs. So look no further, here is a compiled list of some of the best and most acclaimed Korean skincare brands and some of their most popular, fan-favorite products as recommendations. Here’s to glass skin and hopefully finding a new holy grail.
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Anua is a sleek, holistic brand that is all about keeping things simple. They believe wellness and skincare are interconnected and that skincare should be relaxing and uncomplicated. Their products are based on simple but effective formulas with natural and active ingredients such as heart leaf, green lemon. and birch. Their toner and toner pads were recently trending this past year on TikTok and yes, this vegan, cruelty free, and non toxic brand does indeed live up to the hype and is most definitely worth checking out. Take a peek online and see which of their products might be for you on Amazon and YesStyle.
Standout Products: Wild Dew Treatment Essence, Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser, Glass Skin Veil Mist, Glass Skin Refining Serum, Retinal For All Renewing Serum
Peach and Lily is a Korean skincare brand that swears on the highest standards of clean beauty. This ethically-made brand may have gotten your attention for their Glass Skin Discovery Set but they definitely live up to the hype. Founded by an esthetician who struggled with eczema her whole life, she wanted to create effective skincare for people with concerns like acne, scarring, eczema, etc. but WITHOUT the harshness that products for those skin issues often have. They are toxin and gluten free, vegan, fragrance free, and Leaping Bunny certified which means they never test on animals! Peach and Lily is available at Ulta and Target. Although they are the priciest on the list, they are definitely worth the try.
Good Days For All is a cruelty-free skincare line that was launched in 2020 exclusively from the K-beauty experts of Soko Glam. These bright and fun products are created with mindful formulas and high quality ingredients. Although this brand is suitable for all skin types and all skin journeys, all of their products have low pH so even the most sensitive skin will not be irritated. Fun fact, Good Days for All also gives back to several charities! Find a product you love online at Amazon or Soko Glam.
Yay a pink brand!Hanskin is not just clean but smart skincare with multitasking products you can trust for long term results. This brand relies on science and skincare data to create products that are not just trendy and visually-pleasing but will truly nourish the health of your skin. Not to mention, there are no parabens, artificial fragrances, phthalates here so that you can have no irritation. Hanskin has been on the Korean market since 2001 so that’s over 20 years of experience in creating and perfecting amazing products. Available at Ulta, Amazon, and Soko Glam of course.
Then I Met You is a unique and impressive skincare brand with a holistic approach to skincare. Relying on ingredients that are beloved in Korea such as persimmon, fermented rice, and ginseng to create clinically effective and potent skincare. This brand relies on tantalizing textures to have a sensational and enjoyable experience while you’re doing your skincare routine. This is the kind of skincare you’re meant to fall in love with! Check out this 25x award winning premium skincare brand available online at Soko Glam and Amazon.
EtudeHouse is a cult-favorite K-beauty brand. After only creating makeup products, they released the SooJung collection of skincare in 2021 which combines a whopping 30 years of research on sensitive skin and the newer demands in skincare and K-beauty. Their products promise to be hypoallergenic, soothing, and high-quality at an affordable price so that everyone can have gorgeous glowing skin! The most affordable brand on this list is available at Amazon, SokoGlam, or YesStyle.
Curated by the K-beauty experts at Soko Glam, traditional Korean medicine meets modern skincare research and technology to create this innovative brand known as Acwell. These highly acclaimed products are good for all skin types but especially sensitive skin. Using traditional Korean herbs such as peony, licorice, ginseng and arrowroot, these healing and calming products promise to nourish and replenish your skin. Acwell is 100% made in Korea, vegan, hypoallergenic, and cruelty free. Available on Amazon, Soko Glam, and YesStyle.
Standout Products: I’m Safe for Sensitive Skin SPF35, I’m Repair After Sun Cica Care
Ok so Suntique is technically a sunscreen brand with different products and formulas all dedicated to staying safe in the sun and taking care of it after being in the sun which is such an incredibly important part of having healthy skin. These are sun care products that are custom to your skin needs and what kind of environment you’re in. All of their products are safe for sensitive skin and they specialize in offering sun protection solutions for everyone! Suntique is one of the top sun care brands in Korea and is definitely a must-see brand. They are available only on Amazon.
So you might recognize this viral brand from TikTok, specifically for the bean essence which people were swearing up and down helped significantly with texture! Mixsoon is a premium skincare brand that can help anyone achieve THE glass skin. Mixsoon believes that less is more when it comes to your skin. They encourage a minimalistic 3-layering skincare routine using pure, organic essences tailored to your skin’s needs. Their products are plant-based, cruelty free, have no unnecessary ingredients, and rely on locally sourced, naturally derived ingredients. With Mixsoon’s lightweight products, you can have radiant and healthy skin in potentially just 2 weeks! This brand is available online at Amazon, Soko Glam, and YesStyle.
“Be good to your hair. You wear it everyday.” – Unknown
Oftentimes, one cleanse of shampoo just isn’t enough. Luckily today there are a plethora of options on the market to choose from that specifically target dandruff and a dry, flaky scalp. So that can only mean that your dream solution to dandruff is waiting for you. All of these options are highly rated and under $30.
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SCRUBS
deeplyexfoliate, refresh, and reset.
TPH by Taraji Never Salty Sugar Scrub
This amazing sugar based scrub has a dreamy formula that is cruelty free, color safe, and vegan and made of sugar crystals, apple cider vinegar, coconut and peppermint oils. Perfect for all hair types, this scrub has a unique applicator allows you to apply directly to your scalp and as you massage it in, it melts into a balm so you can easily rinse it out. This scrub promises to give you a dramatic difference and leave your scalp feeling super healthy and fresh.
This impressive scalp scrub has a fresh-smelling lush advanced formula made with 90% ingredients of natural origin such as vegan keratin protein, walnut and coconut shells, ginger and white willow bark. Unlike other scrubs, this one is gel-like and easy to wash out. Many reviewers said this scrub was effective at clearing loose flakes and their scalps felt gently relieved and soothed.
Hask Tea Tree Oil & Rosemary Pre-Shampoo Scalp Scrub
A hypoallergenic and color safe scalp scrub with a powerful blend of tea tree oil, rosemary, menthol and sugar. Get that deeply cleanse by exfoliating product buildup. This scrub works effectively to unclog blocked scalp pores and follicles while rebalancing oily, dry, or flaky scalps. And not to mention no sulfates, parabens, or silicones!
The girliest option on this while list! A vegan and cruelty free scrub that is creamy, lush, and refreshing. This multitasking scrub cleanses and exfoliates in one with a subtle and perfectly pleasant birthday cake scent. This scrub is perfect for people with fine hair as it promises to lift the roots and make your hair feel fuller. Oh, and no parabens, phthalates, sulfates or talc.
Sephora Collection Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Scalp Scrub
A spa-inspired hair rescue by Sephora that uses Apple Cider Vinegar as its star ingredient. Apple cider vinegar is a hair stylist approved ingredient with anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties which will reduce your chances of scalp infection and itchiness. This ingredient also works to strengthen your hair follicles and restore pH levels among many other benefits.
This cruelty free, color safe, and vegan serum is infused with aloe, biotin, tea tree oil, and caffeine to soothe an irritated and stressed scalp while giving you a satisfying refreshing feeling. great for providing relief after a having a tight hairstyle for a long time or having a lot of styling products in your hair. This serum uses a unique applicator that allows you to apply directly to your scalp. A luscious and dreamy serum.
Another highly rated choice, this oil treatment has a simple but effective blend of tea tree oil, olive oil, and salicylic acid which make it super nourishing while effectively removing dirt and build up. Perfect for those with dry and sensitive scalps who don’t like anything harsh or tingly. You will be sure to mistake this oil treatment for a high end one.
VEGDDesign Essentials Scalp & Skin Care Anti-Itch & Tension Relief
Before cleansing with a shampoo, use this multitasking oil on your scalp to relieve that irritated, itchy feeling and promote hair growth. This light and silky oil has tea tree oil and aloe vera to soothe as it cleans and gently lifts flaky scalp buildup. Did I mention it’s made with no artificial fragrances, dyes or mineral oils?
From a drugstore fan-favorite, SheaMoisture brings us their anti-dandruff line with a pre-shampoo treatment for a more effective wash day. With a unique blend of apple cider vinegar, vitamin B3, salicylic acid, and shea butter, this pre-wash promises to gently exfoliate to remove flakes without stripping your scalp. Bonus points for not having any sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or mineral oil!
This impressive serum eliminates dandruff completely while reducing redness and inflammation without weighing down hair for heavenly results. This concentrated therapeutic formula with a unique blend of powerful ingredients such as 2% salicylic acid (for reduced irritation and itchiness and is known for possibly being effective for dermatitis), charcoal (to detoxify by drawing out dirt and oil), oatmeal and aloe (to calm and soothe a dry and stressed scalp). Definitely worth a try!
This dermatologist approved shampoo is a beautiful weightless option that will leave you with gorgeous dandruff-free hair. This shampoo is free of sulfates, parabens, gluten, alcohol, and mineral oil and has unique blend of powerful ingredients such as 1% zinc ( for anti fungal and anti bacterial properties! ), vitamin E, silk peptides, and calendula. Perfect for sensitive and easily irritated scalps, many users said this shampoo stands apart from other dandruff shampoos!
OGX Extra Strength Refreshing Scalp Tea Tree Mint Shampoo
From the beloved drugstore brand, OGX is their most scalp-loving shampoo. This lightweight formula ( which is sulfate and paraben free! ) is made up of some gorgeously rejuvenating ingredients such as tea tree oil, peppermint extract and witch hazel. Use this to completely remove scalp buildup without being too harsh on your hair.
This vegan and cruelty free, doctor-developed shampoo targets dandruff with ingredients like salicylic acid, tea tree oil, menthol, vitamin B5 and a unique herbal blend to promote a healthy scalp. This health-conscious rebalancing shampoo will completely get rid of dead skin cells and flakes, calm that itchy feeling, and help maintain scalp purity over time.
named best shampoo for sensitive and flaky scalps by top dermatologists and hairstylists, this vegan ginger shampoo uses a beautiful blend of naturally-derived ginger, vegan silk protein, white willow bark extracts. This will not only get rid of dandruff and dryness but it also washes away pesky loose flakes as it enriches leaving your scalp feeling totally renewed and refreshed.
This unique but effective and revitalizing shampoo is vegan, color safe, cruelty free as it relies mainly on tea tree oil and mint to remove oil and build up. This non-drying shampoo has anti inflammatory properties to support growth and a healthy scalp. Why a shampoo bar you might ask? It saves plastic, reduces waste, and you get a great scalp massage while using it.
“I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls.” – Audrey Hepburn
In 2018, Charlotte Tilbury was appointed lead makeup artist of the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and her words on the signature look she created were “It’s an angelic filter to enhance what nature naturally gave you and make you feel like a beautiful, celestial angel… A look that lights up the runway and casts a magic makeup spell on the world!!”
While every year there are slight variations in the makeup looks they did, the iconic bombshell aura remains present throughout. “This look is all about enhancing the most beautiful, dreamy angel version of you.” So here are the exact products they used and their more affordable dupes, to give you options! But either way prepare to feel angelic…
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PREP ♡
The very first step (other than putting on a pink satin robe) is to prep your face.
Backstage for the angels, they had sheet masks, eye creams, moisturizers, and primers all curtesy of Charlotte Tilbury. All of these products have ingredients like niacinamide, shea butter, hyaluronic acid, and rose hip oil; all meant to give you a dewy, plump, and youthful canvas for your makeup. While all these products are highly rated (and pricey), feel free to use your favorite skincare items, preferably hydrating and imperfection-blurring to give you a flawless base.
EYES ♡
Now that our faces are freshly prepped, let’s move onto our eyes! What Charlotte Tilbury was aiming for was mesmerizing, seductive eyes which she achieved with bronzy rose gold eyes.
An essential technique she used was adding rose gold eyeshadow underneath your lower lash line to enlarge and define the models’ eyes. What was used on the VS angels was the Charlotte Tilbury Eyeshadow Palette, a warm, reddy browny eyeshadow palette with champagne inspired metallic tones to enhance the eyes so they look wider and more mesmeric! An equally gorgeous and more affordable dupe would be the Colourpop Sorbet Eyeshadow Palette Quad. With using small eyeshadow palette like these, you have all the colors you need so it makes the eye look much less intimidating to achieve.
This look is all about a healthy, happy, complexion of an angel. At the time, they opted for the Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter, which is a complexion booster, inspired by the glow of Hollywood lights. The original blush they used is sadly discontinued but it was a super creamy and pigmented blush stick in the shade Las Salinas, a bright rose-pink. And finally to bronze, highlight, and get that dreamy catwalk glow. they opted for the Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow Palette.
For bombshells on a budget!
An infamous dupe for the Hollywood Flawless Filter is the e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter and note neither of these products are a foundation alone but you can lightly mix them with whatever blendable foundation you have for a gorgeous glowy base.
After lining you’re going to go in with a gloss and they actually had two glosses they would use depending on the model. They’d either use the Charlotte Tilbury Collagen Lip Bath Gloss in Refresh Rose which is a very light almost-clear pink one or in the shade Pillow Talk, a deeper pink one. Two perfect dupes to give you that flirty but healthy lip would be the CoverGirl Yummy Lip Gloss in Coconuts About You and Twilight Beam.
And voilà! what did you think? Will you be trying out Victoria’s Secret inspired makeup? Do you think you will try any of these products! Let me know in the comments! ♡
“Make me a fragrance that smells like love.” – Christian Dior
When you think about the coolest and most stylish girls around, one can’t help but think of BLACKPINK. For years, fans have wondered about the clothes they wear but they haven’t spoken much about the perfumes they wear. But fortunately with enough digging, we’ve found their signature scents AND their more affordable dupes…
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Rosie’s Fav ♡ Le Labo Citron 28 and YSL Libre Eau de Toilette
Rosé has two favorites that she loves and wears all the time! The first one is the ever so popular YSLLibre which is described as a timeless warm and floral fragrance with notes of lavender, orange blossom, and musk accord. Luckily a well known dupe for YSL Libre is Zara’sGoldenDecade. Her second favorite is LeLaboCitron28 which is a unisex fragrance inspired by the city of Seoul and typically sold there exclusively. Le Labo Citron 28 is an overall fresh summery scent with notes of lemon, ginger, jasmine, and musk. A dupe for Le Labo Citron 28 is LightBluebyDolceandGabbana!
Jisoo’s Fav ♡Rose N’ Roses Perfume and Blooming Bouquet
When asked what her favorite perfumes are, Jisoo has said she loves RoseN’Roses and the BloomingBouquet perfumes both from the MissDior collection. Both are beautiful and elegant feminine fragrances but RoseN’Roses is a classic floral scent with notes of mandarin, musk accord, and roses while Blooming Bouquet is a fresh floral scent with notes of peony, musk, and rose. A great dupe for RoseN’Roses is You’reTheOnebyBath& Body Works and a dupe for Blooming Bouquet is Gingham Gorgeous Eau de Parfum also by Bath & Body Works.
Lisa’s Fav ♡ English Pear & Freesia by Jo Malone London and Black Tie by Celine
“On a brunch date with friends…I would wear a fresh citrus fragrance. I would choose a woody scent for when I have dinner plans. I choose a perfume with special care when meeting someone for the first time. Sometimes, in order to make a stronger impression, I might avoid too much makeup or accessories, instead focusing on wearing a special perfume. When choosing a perfume, I tend to look at the bottle as well.” Lisa has said she loves EnglishPear& Freesia by Jo Malone which is a fruity floral luscious perfume with notes of pear, freesia, patchouli, and amber, that is meant to be layered for a unique and customized scent! A more affordable option that is just as gorgeous would be Floral Pear by Dossier. Another one of Lisa’s favorites is Black Tie by Celine which is an amber woody unisex fragrance that is powdery and luxurious with notes of vanilla, moss, cedar, and musk. A great dupe would be Bohemian Water by ALT Fragrances.
Jennie’s Fav ♡ Paris Deauville Eau de Toilette by Chanel
“People around me know this already, I get scent-sick very easily. So, I never liked perfume scents. I tend to like fruity, lemony, citrus, subtle jasmine, or baby powder scent…I think I like scents that are very close to nature. Wood scent or earthy scent. Natural scents, I think that’s what I prefer.” Jennie’s must have fragrance that she absolutely adores is Paris Deauville by Chanel. Paris Deauville is a soft but lively and refreshing unisex scent that is both elegant and versatile with notes of basil, lime, bergamot, Sicilian orange, and rose. A gorgeous and spot-on dupe for this perfume would be Forbidden Grass by Oakcha.
So…what do you think? Whose signature scent reminds you the most of yourself? Do you think you’ll be trying out any of these perfumes? ♡Leave a comment, we would love to know! ♡
“No act of kindness, no matter how small is ever wasted.” – AESOP
With the considerable amount of makeup products on the market today, it can be hard to be conscious of which ones are actually the best for you! Surprisingly many concealers are not ideal for preventing or avoiding breakouts. Luckily, we have done the research and the following have NO pore-clogging ingredients and thus should not cause breakouts.
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Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Concealer
This gorgeous long-lasting concealer is great for all skin types and is available in an impressive 48 shades. This sweat-resistant formula is free of many toxic ingredients such as parabens, formaldehydes, coal tar just to name a few. Plus it’s vegan and cruelty free!
This hydrating and brightening concealer by Saie is vegan, silicone-free, gluten-free, and cruelty free. It’s available in 15 essential shades and uses skin-loving and nourishing ingredients such as olive-derived squalane, plant-derived glycerin, cucumber extract, and tomato extract.
The most affordable on this list and it’s suitable for all skin types! This long-lasting concealer by e.l.f. is vegan and cruelty free, is available in 25 shades and won’t crease on you!
One of the most popular concealers on the market is the radiant creamy concealer by Nars and it’s free of alcohol, parabens and fragrance. With super nourishing ingredients including magnolia bark extract, grape seed extract, and vitamin E, this formula is compatible with all skin types and promises up to 16 hour wear.
This award-winning concealer has been a long time fan favorite for a reason! It’s available in 18 shades, lasts up to 12 hours and is safe for sensitive skin. Not to mention it oil-free and fragrance-free and won’t crease on you!
This matte long-lasting concealer is free of oils, parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, and fragrances. Available in 16 shades and won’t transfer or crease and is waterproof and sweat-resistant.
This fan favorite concealer has a skin blurring effect in a breathable formula that is free of parabens and is suitable for every skin type. It’s available in a whopping 36 shades and won’t crease on you!
This vegan and cruelty free concealer by Covergirl is available in 14 shades and has a luscious formula made of nourishing ingredients such as coconut milk and aloe extract and is free of phthalates, mineral oil, formaldehydes, and parabens!
This matte NYX concealer is suitable for all skin types, is vegan and cruelty free, and available in 24 shades. But most importantly, it’s long-lasting, waterproof, and won’t transfer.
This infamous Maybelline concealer is one that’s worth to try. A natural looking buttery smooth concealer that comes in 14 different shades and is oil-free, fragrance-free, and safe for sensitive skin!
A little goes a long way with this full coverage, high performing concealer by L’oreal. It’s available in 22 creamy shades and lasts up to 24 hours without won’t transferring.
Do you think you’ll be giving any of these concealers a try? Do you already own any of these acne-safe concealers? Let me know in the comments below! ♡
“Where should one use perfume?” a young woman asked… “Wherever one wants to be kissed.” – Coco Chanel
A woman having a signature scent was no different in the 1950s and 60s. It’s always fascinating diving into the world of beauty in Old Hollywood glamour, but more specifically diving into the world of fragrances was an alluring investigative adventure. Conclusively it seems the scents of amber, powder, and bergamot penetrated the Hollywood air while stage lights and smoke penetrated the Hollywood sky.
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Audrey Hepburn – L’Interdit by Givenchy
Among one of the first perfumes created by Givenchy. This warm floral fragrance was created in 1957 in honor of his muse, AudreyHepburn. Audrey actually wore this scent for a year before it was sold to the public! L’Interdit means “forbidden” in French. The concept behind the creation is the “thrill of the forbidden” and invites wearers to cross the line and embrace individuality. With feminine but bold notes of pear, bergamot, tuberose, orange blossom, and vanilla, this lovely fragrance is still sold and incredibly popular today.
Now while we’re all likely aware of Marilyn’s iconic “I only wear Chanel no. 5 to bed” moment. In 2002 it was revealed she adored another fragrance in private. Allegedly she would either have her personal assistant purchase six bottles for her and have them sent to her Beverly Hills hotel room. Rose Geranium by Floris London was her beloved fresh clean scent with notes of subtle rose, geranium, lemon, violet, and cedar wood. Now while the fragrance version is discontinued but the scent is still available in a bath essence for a luxurious spa moment. Perhaps this almost unisex scent did not fit the sultry bombshell image she chose to portray. Nonetheless, both are gorgeous scents.
What she would be wearing today – ‘REPLICA’ Bubble Bath by Maison Margiela https://seph.me/440gwVV
Joan Crawford – Youth Dew by Estée Lauder
Although American actress JoanCrawford had a few favorite perfumes, she claims this one in particular attracted her husband! Before they were married, they once were dancing and he told her that she smelled exquisite. This perfume is a spicy amber scent. Released to the public in 1953 and became almost an instant success among women at the time. This rich and deep fragrance blends notes of spices, lavender, coca-cola, ylang-ylang, and musk. Still available today but has been reformulated several times over the years and is definitely being overpowered by Estée Lauder’s newer and more modern fragrances but nonetheless is a classic fragrance reminiscent of the 50s and 60s.
Princess Diana – First Eau de Toilette by Van Cleef & Arpels
Although the beautiful PrincessDiana had a range of perfumes in her collection and has been said to have multiple that she loved, in January 2023, Prince Harry revealed in his autobiography that his mother’s favorite perfume wasVan Cleef & Arpels First and he actually took a bottle of this scent to therapy to help him grieve the loss of his mother. This gorgeous fragrance was launched in 1976 and is a fresh floral scent with notes of bergamot, aldehydes, black currant, peach, and lily of the valley. This classy, elegant, and enchanting scent was a perfect fit for Princess Diana.
What she would be wearing today – Estée by Estée Lauder Super Cologne Spray https://estee.cm/3Nblw43
Grace Kelly – Fleurissimo by Creed
In 1956, American film actress GraceKelly commissioned French luxury perfume house Creed to create the perfect scent for her to wear on her wedding day in Monaco where she was set to marry Prince Rainier III. The result is Fleurissimo; a romantic and dreamy perfume meant to complement the bride’s bouquet. This classically feminine, floral and fresh scent marries notes of violet, bergamot, Bulgarian Rose, Florentine iris, and jasmine. Still sold to this day and aimed towards brides everywhere to be worn on their most special day.
American film star RitaHayworth was not shy about showing off her absolute favorite perfume as she was often photographed spritzing herself with Guerlain’s Shalimar. This perfume is an amberspicy oriental scent with notes of citruses, bergamot, cedar, patchouli, and jasmine that creates an alluring and intoxicating aroma. Created in 1925 as a tribute to the royal love story of Pakistani emperor Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal and was named after Mahal’s favorite garden “The Gardens of Shalimar”.
Elizabeth Taylor – Bal à Versailles by Jean Desprez
Before she went on to release her own line of fragrances, British-American Hollywood actress Elizabeth Taylor had her signature scent that she could not leave home without. Bal á Versailles meaning Ball at the Palace of Versailles, is a warm and golden multilayered women’s fragrance reminiscent of candlelit ballroom dances. This perfume was an amber oriental scent with decadent notes of rosemary, orange blossom, sandalwood, and vanilla. Created in 1962, Elizabeth Taylor wore it on the set of her film Cleopatra, and also gifted the scent to Michael Jackson, who adored the scent and wore it for the rest of his life.
Ava Gardner – Fracas Eau de Parfum by Robert Piguet
Like a true femme fatale, American film star AvaGardner would spritz the stairway with a very special fragrance to lure her husband, Frank Sinatra to the bedroom after fighting with him. This fragrance was Fracas by Robert Piguet, an incredibly feminine and intoxicating white floral scent. This fragrance is a lush and creamy mix of notes of gardenia, orange blossom, tuberose, jasmine, and white iris. Fracas was first released in 1948 and is actually still available for purchase today and has been worn and loved by many famous figures over the years such as Madonna, Martha Stewart, Courtney Love and others.
There was only one perfume that the exceptional American actress Bette Davis would wear and it was none other than Le De by Givenchy, an alluring and sophisticated scent. Launched in 1957, this perfume is a woody floral scent. With beautifully balanced notes of coriander, mandarin orange, Brazilian rosewood, lilac and jasmine, this is scent has been deemed a classic that embodies this period of perfumery. It seems like after the wild success of L’Interdit, this fragrance did not make the cut for Givenchy and has sadly been long gone. More specifically, discontinued, reformulated, rereleased and then ultimately scrapped again.
What she would be wearing today – Chypre Sublime Eau de Parfum by Floral Street https://bit.ly/3V0WSFe
Vivien Leigh – White Rose by Atkinsons
Just like many of us today, British film star Vivien Leigh appears to have had a perfume collection as she was seen with several bottles on her dressing room table so perhaps she liked to mix them or she liked certain ones for certain occasions but this perfume in particular stands out for its uniqueness and sentimental value. Allegedly this was her mother’s favorite scent wore it after her. How sweet! This powdery floral perfume was released in 1860 with a very simple formula only using powdery notes of white rose, bergamot, and musk. While this fragrance has long been discontinued, a timeless feminine scent like this one is bound to be recreated over and over.
In 1967, Italian bombshell Sophia Loren was asked by a reporter what she likes during a filming break to which she said. “I like the smell of the sea, and I like Patou’s Joy, and I love the smell of stables.” This discontinued perfume is a white floral scent with notes of tuberose, ylang-ylang, Bulgarian rose, pear, and sandalwood to create a luscious and irresistibly delightful classic feminine scent. Released in 1930, this fragrance actually became one of the world’s first best selling perfumes and was once the world’s most expensive perfume. Many fragrance connoisseurs have claimed this represents French elegance and sophistication.
so Which fragrance are you most intrigued by? Do you think you will be trying any of these out? i’d love to hear what you think so let’s chat in the comments!♡
“Sleep, drink water, and treat your skin.” – Georgia Louise
It never fails to surprise me how rapidly the beauty industry evolves. A trend is here one week and gone the next, so who can really keep up? I feel like one is either completely unaware of the latest trends or is running behind to keep up. But in case your beauty routine does in fact need updating, here are five things the beauty world is currently ditching.
1. DIY food face masks
Making a concoction of items from your fridge and pantry may be fun but is not a necessity for your skin, by any means. In fact, beauty lovers have become more conscious of skincare ingredients than they were before. If you eat foods like bananas, honey, avocado, your skin will thank you. After all, skincare starts from the inside out so no need to put it on your face. And store bought face masks and sheet masks are still really nourishing and feel really nice on the skin so save yourself the time and the mess from this DIY.
2. witch hazel toners
So witch hazel toner had its moment of fame and then that kind of died down a bit after it turned out, witch hazel can end up damaging the skin barrier and causing excessive dryness over time. With that said, this is still a pretty popular and common ingredient and is said to treat acne, uneven skin tone, and sunburns and is meant to tighten the skin and soothe irritation. To each their own, but the overall verdict seems to be: don’t overdo it.
3. skipping makeup prep
Have you ever noticed in makeup videos done by professional makeup artists, the model’s skin is always super dewy and fresh?!
Doing your makeup with a clean face, clean hands and clean makeup brushes really does make all the difference. Use a primer or at the very least a moisturizer or some sort of serum to make sure your skin is fresh and ready for products! Not to mention, makeup brushes hoard bacteria which can lead to acne and potentially even a muddy look or muddy colors due to old product buildup. Ew.
4. not double cleansing (remover wipes)
We are still using makeup wipes, however… we’re not depending on them completely to give us a clean face after wearing makeup for several hours. The new makeup removing method is to use a cleansing balm and lather that on your face to melt off your makeup. This “double-cleansing” method has gained popularity due to claims that this is much more gentle on your skin and is effective in reducing wrinkles over time! So we’re keeping the makeup wipes to a minimum.
5. hoarding makeup
Makeup expires and being mindful is in. It’s fun to try new beauty products but mostly stick to your favorites. Owning entire boxes worth (or more) of makeup is out. Save yourself the money and space. It’s definitely tempting to buy every new product on the market but seriously, so much of it is the same product just repackaged…It’s kind of crazy how so much makeup on the market is only slightly different in quality, ingredients, and even price points.
So, what do you think? Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts and what you’ll be updating in your beauty routine! ♡
“Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance” – Coco Chanel.
For when you want to try something other than the usual light pink, beige, or white…
lemon yellow
powder blue
cotton candy chrome
autumn rust
champagne fingertips
cobalt blue
pink to deeper pink ombre
bakery brown
gold flecks
I’ve seen a variety of these so I’ll leave the base color up to you, every one i’ve seen of these looks lovely.
pink to white ombre
pale lilac
blossoming green
nude base with polka dot gems
I love polka dots, I feel like they’re so feminine and remind me of vintage femininity. I feel like these are so fun and something to switch up and try with your nails.
navy blue
Zara pink
So…which was your favorite? Are you going to be trying any of these at your next nail appointment? Comment below to share your thoughts! ♡
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