Julep Nails Lashes! AKA Julep's American Beauty Volumizing Mascara

Do you like my little pun in the title? Lol. You all already know how much I love Julep and their awesome polishes and even more stellar subscription service, but who knew they could hit the ball out of the park with mascara too!

Let There Be Light-James Bond Style!

As bright as it is sleek and beautiful, there is only one word that describes the Eon Classic flashlight right out of the box…blinding (literally)! Honestly, at first glance, I thought that the Eon Classic was going to be a lightweight contender. My first thought was “sure it’s pretty, but how can anything so small be effective?”

How a Detergent Can Help Your Fitness Resolutions... AKA: Roux Maison and A New Year, A New You!

Every January, resolutions to enter the gym with a crowd full of born again fitness fanatics, determined to be active all year long, sweep the nation. In turn, hours are spent shopping for fitness clothes, weighing the potential benefits of dri fit, dri release and moisture wicking materials among other high performance fabrics. Step up your long term garment care with Roux Maison Sport Detergent, a new eco friendly home laundry product ideal for athletic clothing that utilizes natural ingredients. This sport specific detergent is custom blended with 100% natural essential oils that are synthetic and preservative free. The result is a deep natural clean that individuals can feel good about all year long!

Game Day Feasting! AKA: Cumin Spiced Steak Tacos with Chipotle CherrySalsa

Like most successful families, we try to maintain a united front at all times, but when it comes to football, all bets are off! I’m from New Jersey and she’s from Georgia, so it should go without saying that my wife and I don’t necessarily see eye to eye come game day. Take it from me, there’s nothing worse than sitting next to her (yelling "RISE UP!!" every chance she gets and goading our girls to do it as well) while watching my Giants lose to her beloved Falcons. But yesterday, she and I did manage to agree on one very important thing…GAME DAY CUISINE!!

Kerry Washington at the Golden Globes! AKA: Get the Look with Lancome and John Frieda

I'm obsessed with the TV show Scandal, and it's star, Kerry Washington, always looks so put together, on and off screen. I wasn't a fan of the Miu Miu dress she sported, but as usual, her hair and makeup were impeccable! If you're interested in recreating the look for your special night out, here are the details from her makeup artist, Carola Gonzalez:

Kerry Washington epitomized chic at the Golden Globe Awards with a nude Miu Miu gown and blunt bangs. Makeup artist Carola Gonzalez complemented Kerry's look with a bold eye—purple was the star shade—and a muted lip.

The Best Beauty News on the Web! AKA: The Beauty Blog Coalition Weekly Roundup (1-13-13)

Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom: Destany swatches (and swoons over) two gorgeous Pure Ice polishes!

BeautyTidbits: Harshleen looks back on her favorite skincare products from 2012.

BlushingNoir: See why the Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette should be your (and everyones!) must have for 2013!

TheFabZilla: TheFabZilla shares the highs and lows of Buxom Big & Health Lipstick & Amplified Lash Mascara

Emily Hudspeth, hair design and makeup artist: Ask me anything! Post your questions on the Facebook page or Twitter about makeup/hair/working as a makeup artist and I will answer with a YouTube video or blog post (or both!)