Hi! Mondays are a drag, but at least we have Mani Mondays! It’s been a while since I did some nailart so I played around this weekend and created some looks. Last time, I was inspired by giraffe print (view tutorial here). This time, the perfect California weather was my inspiration in creating the perfect… [Read more…]
May 8, 2013
Hello Lovelies! Have you wondered what people notice (physically) about you first? What about your most beautiful feature? Well, I got to ask a good girl friend these questions and it was really fun to see what she had to say! Here’s a couple of questions from my little Q&A. Me: What did you… [Read more…]
May 7, 2013
Hello Lovelies, I’m so happy to write this post! 2 reasons for my excitement. I’ve discovered a new topcoat that really challenges my beloved Seche Vite (review here) for the title of All-Time Best! AND… it’s been a while since I hosted a giveaway so I’ve decided to give away a set of my SpaRitual… [Read more…]
April 30, 2013
Hello Lovelies! This post will cover my top 3 beauty tips to feel good, look good, and get you noticed! 1. Get your beauty sleep. It’s not called beauty sleep for no reason! You need plenty of sleep for your body feel it’s best, and when you feel good… you look good! Here’s Kobe trying… [Read more…]
April 26, 2013
Hello Lovelies! Confession time. Last weekend, Bloomingdale’s was having their pre-sale to their Private Sale (which is going on right now 4/26 to 4/28) and I went a little crazy. I’ll share my purchases on Instagram (@prettygossip) soon, so be sure to follow me! But in the meantime… I wanted to make sure you knew… [Read more…]
April 20, 2013
Hello Lovelies! Start your weekend beauty-fully! It’s Chic Week(end) at Sephora and that means all beauty insiders get 15% off your purchase! Don’t miss your chance to stock up on your beauty favorites and/or try some new products. Remember, this offer ends this weekend! Promo codes and details below. 15% off promo codes: Beauty insiders… [Read more…]
April 12, 2013
Hello!~ Summer’s right around the corner so it’s time to get your feet ready for the beach, pool, and your favorite pair of sandals. Moisturizer is important, but it all starts with a good exfoliation. Here’s a really quick, but effective homemade foot scrub. Enjoy and good luck! Ingredients for 1 use: 1/2 cup of… [Read more…]
April 10, 2013
Hello Lovelies! Spring is in full bloom and L-O-V-E is in the air. Seems like everyone is getting engaged or married! I went to a bridal shower this past weekend (see photo below) and I have 4 weddings lined up in the next few months! With so many bachlorette parties (Vegas photos here), bridal showers,… [Read more…]
April 8, 2013
Hello Lovelies, I hope you had a great weekend! I recently shared my giraffe print nail look on Instagram (@prettygossip) and received a great response. Some of you even asked for a tutorial, so here it is! This nail tutorial is super easy, customizable, and there’s no wrong way to do it. If you’re intimidated… [Read more…]
April 2, 2013
While doing a little spring cleaning, I noticed my shoe closet smelled stale and was in need of a little help in the odor department. I went searching online for a homemade remedy and came across a deodorizing tablet recipe on One Good Thing. I’m very happy with the (adorable) results and excited to share… [Read more…]
March 26, 2013
Hi Lovelies, I hope you’re having a great week! I’ve had a fun couple of weeks and wanted to share a few photos from Instagram (@prettygossip). Enjoy! Here’s Kobe getting a facial… He doesn’t look too happy here, but check out his after photo here! Such a cutie. Love this Madewell shirt!.. minus the huge… [Read more…]
March 22, 2013
Lately, I’ve been obsessed with It Cosmetics. If you’ve never tried It Cosmetics, I highly recommend the brand. They offer a line of great products including amazing brushes, and the brand is completely paraben and cruelty free! I’ve been using the Vitality Lip Flush Butters for a few weeks now and can’t get enough! They’re… [Read more…]
March 20, 2013
Have you heard? Benefit just launched a “hydrating crease-control concealer!” Could it be true? Hydrating and crease control all rolled up into a super cute, sleek, and easy-to-carry stick? Hold on to your seats ladies… Fake Up lives up to all that it promises! An ultrahydrating crease-control concealer. Cover-up goes incognito. This moisturizing crease-control concealer… [Read more…]
March 18, 2013
Hello Lovelies!~ I hope you’ve had a great weekend. I just wanted to give a quick post about a QVC special on a brand that I’ve been loving lately. I first got introduced to It Cosmetics about a year ago and they’ve continued to impress me. I love It Cosmetics because they pay attention to… [Read more…]
March 15, 2013
For Pretty Gossip’s 200th post, I’d like to direct the attention to all of you! Thank you so much for visiting Pretty Gossip and gossiping with me on all things pretty. Every one of your likes, shares, tweets, pins, and comments have been a huge encouragement to me. A little over a year ago, Pretty… [Read more…]
March 8, 2013
Hello Lovelies! My first No Heat Waves Tutorial got SO much love from my readers (thank you!), I thought I’d share another easy way to get beautiful beachy waves without using any heat! What’s the difference between my first no heat tutorial and this one? With today’s technique, you can sleep while it works it’s… [Read more…]
February 28, 2013
Revlon has also jumped on the BB Cream bandwagon. I picked up the Revlon PhotoReady BB Cream a couple of months ago, but haven’t really used it until recently. Keep reading to see my full review of Revlon’s PhotoReady BB Cream, plus some comparisons to other popular BB Creams. Here’s today’s lineup: Garnier: $12.99 |… [Read more…]
February 22, 2013
Hello Lovelies! I’m a huge fan of Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics so I’m happy to provide you a sneak peek of their fun and colorful Spring 2013 collection (available March 1, 2013). If you’re looking for a bubblegum pink lipstick, look no further. Super creamy, smooth, and pigmented. A beautiful teal gel eye liner that’s perfect… [Read more…]
February 12, 2013
Hello! If you follow me on Instagram, you know I like to experiment with nail polish and nail art techniques. In case you missed them, here’s some of my latest adventures in nail art! Testing out the dotting tool. Note to self… wait until the polish is completely dry before applying topcoat. Some of the… [Read more…]
February 8, 2013
Hello Lovelies! Are you ready for Valentine’s Day?! Still looking for the perfect gift for your special someone?… Well, what better gift than a softer and smoother YOU?! Last month, I shared how to get soft lips with this homemade sugar lip scrub tutorial. In today’s tutorial, I’ll share how you can get soft and… [Read more…]
February 1, 2013
Have you heard? Maybelline launched a lipstick called Color Whisper for Spring 2013! I picked up 2 colors (Mocha Muse & Made It Mauve) and they instantly reminded me of Revlon’s Lip Butter (review here). Whisper (in my opinion) is a hybrid: mostly lightweight lipstick and part balm. The Color Whisper line comes in 20… [Read more…]
January 29, 2013
My favorite social media platform lately has been Instagram. I love being able to share snapshots of my life and also see what you’re up to. If you’re Instagram, follow me and leave your user id in the comments below… I’d love to “see” you! {Btw… any of you on Vine App? Not convinced it’s… [Read more…]
January 24, 2013
Nothing worked. I couldn’t get my (very) tarnished silver jewelry clean and shiny. Short of paying a professional to steam clean my jewelry, I’d tried everything and been disappointed. Then I saw a homemade jewelry cleaner on Pinterest and thought why not. I’d given up hope on restoring my jewelry so what did I have… [Read more…]
January 22, 2013
I LOVE my Urban Decay Naked palette (review here), but often wished it had more matte shades. My wish has come true with Lorac’s Pro palette! It comes with 8 amazing mattes and 8 beautiful shimmer shades! A total of 16 super soft shadows with great color payoff. Love it! LORAC PRO PALETTE $42. (Available… [Read more…]
January 18, 2013
Hello lovelies! I typically have 3-8 lip products in my purse at any given time (including my beloved Revlon Lip Butters), so I was excited to try out Revlon’s ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick. The word “Suede” definitely piqued my curiosity. I automatically thought “matte,” but let’s see what Revlon had in mind! About $9.99. Available… [Read more…]
January 13, 2013
Contrary to common belief, lip balm is not the best way to combat dry chapped lips. Exfoliation is the 1st (and critical) step in fighting chapped lips! Exfoliating your lips twice a week will help rid of dead skin cells leaving lips soft and smooth, which allows moisture (aka lip balms) to penetrate your lips!… [Read more…]
January 10, 2013
Hello!~I hope that you’ve had a great week! I recently made a trip to Walgreens and was delighted to see a new drugstore brand BB Cream. I snatched up the Rimmel London BB Cream for $7.49 in Light. Rimmel {BB Cream} 9 in 1 Skin Perfecting Super Makeup (Buy here. $6.99): “BB Cream with SPF… [Read more…]
January 1, 2013
2012 was amazing… but let’s make 2013 even better! Thank you all SO much for all your kind comments, emails, and support. I hope some of the pretty gossip has been helpful in helping you look and feel more beautiful. Cheers to making more happy and beautiful memories in 2013! Cheers! Mindy Tweet
December 30, 2012
Since I’m giving away a bottle of SKIN79′s VIP Gold BB Cream in my “Favorites Giveaway,” I decided to do a full review of why I’m crazy about this BB Cream! VIP Gold Super Plus Beblesh Balm: “BB Cream that presents luxurious skin. Ingredients with an abundance of nutrition keep skin resilient and moist and… [Read more…]
December 26, 2012
This giveaway is closed. Winner will be announced shortly. Tis the season to give… ♥ Just because Christmas is past doesn’t mean that the giving has to stop! To extend the season of giving (and show my appreciation for my readers!), I’m giving away some of my favorite products in My Favorites Giveaway (#PGFavGiveaway)! This… [Read more…]
December 16, 2012
Are you still searching for the perfect gift? Here are 11 gift ideas for the beauty, fashion, music, and/or food enthusiasts in your life! Scroll to view, hover for info, and click to buy! See anything you like? For more gift ideas, please check out my Pinterest page! Until next time, stay pretty… inside and… [Read more…]
December 13, 2012
I’ve always been pretty good about taking care of my skin. Two things I religiously do day and night without fail is cleansing and moisturizing my face. This isn’t because I’m super disciplined. My super dry and sensitive skin demands it and behaves very badly when I don’t follow a strict skincare regimen. When I… [Read more…]
December 10, 2012
Complete Sock Bun Series. Part 1. How to make a Sock Donut. Click Here for Tutorial. Part 2. Perfect Sock Bun. Click Here for Tutorial. Part 3. Perfectly Messy Sock Bun. This post! Keep reading. Part 3. Perfectly Messy Sock Bun Tutorial. First I’d like to thank all of you for making my Perfect Sock… [Read more…]
December 7, 2012
With the weather getting colder, I thought it would be the perfect time to swap out my normal cleanser for a cleansing oil. When I think of cleansing oils, I automatically think of the cult favorite: Shu Uemura. I went to purchase a bottle and was reminded of why I’d never picked up a bottle… [Read more…]
December 3, 2012
SkinStore.com is having a 20% off storewide! This means it’s the perfect time to stock up on favorites, shop for gifts, or pick up some items from your wish list that’s “too expensive!” Maybe I’ll pick up some gifts and apply the “one for you, one for me” rule. With 20% off, it’s definitely tempting!… [Read more…]
December 3, 2012
Happy Monday. It was a gloomy weekend in Los Angeles, but I still managed to have fun and eat some good food (photos here). Makeup brushes are essential beauty tools we use on a daily basis, but we pay very little attention to them. Probably because we want to ignore how dirty they are and… [Read more…]
December 1, 2012
A quick review on The Face Shop nail packs. I tried out the Paraffin Nutrition Nail Pack because my cuticles were peeling and cracked. I’d never tried a nail or hand mask, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The package was split up into 2 sides, each containing 5 packs. Basically, you need to… [Read more…]
November 27, 2012
Giveaway is now CLOSED. Thank you to everyone that participated with the giveaway! The 2 lucky winners are… Shasha Y. from CA and Julie P. from TX. Congrats ladies! Happy Wednesday!~ I recently discovered Le Metier de Beaute and have been obsessed with them. Ya’ll know I love to share products I love, so I’m… [Read more…]
November 27, 2012
Happy Tuesday! Hope your Thanksgiving was filled with lots of love and food. I spent the week eating with family, friends and celebrating birthdays. As my Instagram profile states… “Beauty is anything that gives joy.” Here’s where I found joy this week… Hope you EnJOY! 1. New polish that I adore. Shhh… Exclusive inside scoop… [Read more…]
November 22, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving! I am so very thankful, grateful, and truly blessed. I hope this post finds you surrounded by love, family and friends. ❤ Since I only posted beauty related coupon codes on my previous post, I wanted to make a list for all the pretty gossiping fashionistas! Here’s a list of sales, deals, and… [Read more…]
November 21, 2012
Can you believe Thanksgiving is this week?! Then, ready or not… it’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I usually get overwhelmed trying to keep track of all the sales, promotions and coupon codes… so I’ve compiled a list of just my favorites! Hope this list helps you with your Black Friday and Cyber Monday beauty… [Read more…]
November 20, 2012
As I get older, the area under my eyes are getting darker and duller. In this post, I’ll share 2 products that have helped me conceal and brighten my tired looking eyes. Enter Mally’s Cancellation Conditioning Concealer and Yves Saint Laurent’s Touche Eclat Radiant Touch to the rescue! Below are swatches of Mally Cancellation Concealer… [Read more…]
November 18, 2012
Here’s a really quick post on the Etude House Strawberry Sponge Rollers I picked up on my recent Korean beauty haul! Set of 4 Etude House Strawberry Rollers $6.99. Available HERE! My results: Each pack comes with 4 rollers. I knew 4 rollers wouldn’t be enough for my entire head, so I picked up two… [Read more…]
November 14, 2012
On my recent trip to Korea, I purchased quite a bit of makeup. Big surprise right?! In the interest of time, I’ll just highlight a few products I’m most excited to try out~ Of course, I had to pick up some more bb creams. Stay tuned for my reviews! In case you’re interested… click here… [Read more…]
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