foundation
I’m used to Band-aids and mannequins that don’t match my skin, but can’t a girl get some BB cream?
shoppables
People comment on my melanin shortage on a weekly basis. When I was at the beach, a stranger told me I “really needed” a tan before I dared to wear a bikini.
shoppables
I’m like the Goldilocks of Makeup: This foundation is too yellow, this one is too white, this one is too chalky, etc.
shoppables
skin
Skin problems, period-induced meltdowns and the magical drugstore buys that just might help take the edge off.
lipstick
Okay, now, I don't want to get anyone's hopes up, but I feel like I might have stumbled upon the Perfect Face Formula. (Don't tell anyone! No, wait, DO!)
foundation
Think you're an expert at applying powder foundation? Nah -- think again.
India-Jewel in

Aug 16, 2012 at 1:30pm | 96 comments

dark skin
As if I have to be a certain complexion to be cute. (GTFOH!)
brushes
Today I woke up and wondered if maybe someone had spiked my face wash with male hormones. What? You never know!
Julie in

Jul 26, 2012 at 11:58am | 178 comments

foundation
If you're not one of these skin types, let us know in the comments! We'll help you. But first, a weird story.
Julie in

Oct 14, 2011 at 2:30pm | 0 comments

drugstore awards
Shimmer for grownups, the perfect matte grey nail polish, and my new favorite non-expensive foundation. Read on!
concealer
contouring
Use your drugstore mishap as an excuse to experiment with contouring. Because I can't be the only one who's too lazy to return things.
Hannah in

May 18, 2011 at 2:02pm | 0 comments