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Beauty, Makeup

#OnMyVanity: 7 Mascaras That Will Make You Forget About Falsies

A post shared by Val’s Vanity (@valsvanity) on Feb 27, 2015 at 9:36am PST

I receive a slew of samples, and when I find something I like, I can’t wait to tell you all about it!

When it comes to the pursuit of long, lush lashes, most of us can’t leave home without applying a little bit of mascara or even applying a pair of false lashes before leaving the house. While they’re great for dramatic effect and a slew of selfies, faux lashes aren’t a fit for everyone’s daily routine whether it’s due to waiting for the glue to dry, getting the strip to sit close to your lashline, handling the heavier load on your lashes, or just having your lengthier lashes pressed against your glasses all day (like me). So finding a formula that mimics the look of false lashes without the extra steps (and the aggravation that can come with it) has become a big priority for me in order for my lashes to be visible behind my frames.

And with National Lash Day here, I decided to dig through the drawers of my vanity to share some of my favorite formulas that get me the lust-worthy lashes without transforming them into spider legs or sticking to my glasses. These mascara not only fatten up your lashes but ensures that they reach new heights — no falsies necessary.

February 19, 2018 by Val

Beauty, Hair, Makeup

GTL: The Boldest Beauty Looks of the 2016 Met Gala

GTL – Get the Look, not Gym, Tan, Laundry, duh!

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When this year’s Met Gala theme, “Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology,” was announced, I instantly had visions of cyberpunk pretty — sharp slashes of eyeliner, manicures using bits of motherboards, and cascades of chrome. While most played it safe this year, letting their custom glittering gowns (crafted with the latest technology) do all of the talking, I was psyched to see many stars embracing the theme fully and stepping out of their regular red carpet glamor routine. I got the details on how to recreate the looks straight from the hairstylists and makeup artist to ensure you stand out at the next social gathering on your calendar.

May 3, 2016 by Val

Beauty, Makeup

Katy Perry Digs Her Creative Claws into CoverGirl

Courtesy of CoverGirl

After a series of successful scents, Katy Perry‘s coming back to the beauty counter with a namesake collaboration with CoverGirl.

The pop star shared the new via Twitter on Friday, stating, “After several wonderful years of BEING the face, I now get to CREATE the face!” Her profile on the platform even offered a sneak preview of the collection, which features a new mascara and 13 highly pigmented (yet hydrating) demi-matte lipsticks that range from classic reds, pinks, and nudes, to pumped up purples and even a black one, aptly named Perry Panther. (Meow! ?)

Like most beauty buffs, Perry turned to the internet to find inspiration. She admitted to developing a mild Tumblr addiction—haven’t we all?— as she spent a year curating a covetable color palette. “You know, a black lipstick or a blue mascara is very Tumblr—I told them, this is what’s happening online, this is what everyone’s Instagramming.” she told Vogue. “Tumblr to me is a safe place because it’s more about the art than the conversations—it’s not about likes, so it’s not a narcissistic social platform. I like that it’s a more pure place that is more creative.”

The cool cosmetics won’t hit shelves until July, but everything’s already up for pre-order exclusively at Walmart.com where the first 100 Katy Kats and makeup mavens can receive a tube of Perry Panther signed by the songstress herself. If I get to rock black lipstick like I did in my goth hey-day in high school, I’m signing up ASAP!

Check out a few snaps from the collection below:

April 15, 2016 by Val