Many people are under the impression that a great complexion comes with a diverse selection of lavish skincare and cosmetic products. However, what people fail to realize is that glowing, healthy skin doesn’t start with an expensive product; it begins with a meticulous skincare routine. The daily habits people incorporate into their routine play a …
How To Maintain Your Beauty Routines During Midterms
We all know that look: the half-dead, midterm-laden student who clearly hasn’t slept or showered in two days with a waning will to live on full display in her death throes at Moffitt. Cute, right? This was me all of last week. You’ve probably been there yourself. The best advice would obviously be to get …
Making Body Butter
Ingredients: 1. 1/4 cup coconut oil 2. 1/2 cup shea butter 3. 1/4 cup almond oil 4. 10-20 drops of essential oil Steps: 1. Mix coconut oil, shea butter, and almond oil into pot and slowly heat until liquid 2. Allow the mixture to cool until partially solidified 3. Add essential oils and whip using …
Should We be Worried About Parabens?
Paraben-free shampoo, paraben-free deodorant, paraben-free moisturizer – it seems that everywhere we look, more and more products are throwing out this buzzword, without explaining why these compounds have such bad reputation in the beauty industry. What exactly are these compounds, and should we really be avoiding them? The term paraben encompasses a variety of types, …
Lipstick Event
Last year, we held our super successful lipstick event, during which students could make their own lipstick from scratch! Using a base developed by the lipstick research team, individuals could choose between a variety of pigments to create their dream lipstick color. We then melted the mixture to place into a tube for application.
Catherine Gore, President of Biossance
Catherine Gore is the epitome of one boss of a women, innovative brand builder and a pioneering leader of the beauty industry. From working her way to become the VP of the Sephora Collection at the age of 28, to managing the creation of Marc Jacobs, Kat Von D, and more, Catherine is one of …
Making Lipstick
Interested in making homemade lipstick? Just follow these simple steps! Ingredients: 1. 3/4 teaspoon of coconut oil 2. One teaspoon of shea butter or cocoa butter 3. One teaspoon beeswax pastilles 4. 1/4 teaspoon of natural coloring: cocoa powder, cinnamon, beet root powder, and/or turmeric Steps: 1. Place coconut oil, shea butter or cocoa butter, …
5 Best Dupes for Your All-time Favorite High-End Makeup Products
Being an avid makeup lover can sometimes be a costly and an expensive hobby. Some of the most well-loved and cherish-able beauty products can cost a fortune and can put a huge dent in our wallets. In certain situations, high-end makeup is the only solution to getting that beautiful look you’re trying to achieve, where …
The 5 Superfoods You Should Be Eating to Get Better Skin
You’ve probably heard this cliche line a million times –– “you are what you eat” –– but I mean it this time. Your favorite beauty gurus, enthusiasts, and influencers often have their hands on the most high-end skincare products. They follow a complex morning and nightly 7-step skincare routine religiously. So you are probably thinking …
