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MAKEUP · December 29, 2020

Testing out Tower 28 Beauty

IN A YEAR WHERE MAKEUP TRENDS HAVE FAVOURED MINIMALISM, TOWER 28 BEAUTY HAS ELEVATED THE MAKEUP GAME.

Cream blushes and bronzers have been all the rage this year. The effortless no-makeup makeup look has unsurprisingly surged during pandemic times. People are planning their looks around just enough to feel presentable on Zoom meetings and not too much that it sticks to the inside of your mask.
One thing I've learned over the years is that all cream products are not made equally; Performance and impact can be greatly affected by formulation. ... Read More

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LIFE LESSONS · December 20, 2020

Working Retail During the Holidays

SEVERAL YEARS AGO I WROTE A TONGUE IN CHEEK POST ABOUT WORKING RETAIL (OR ANY SERVICE-BASED INDUSTRY) OVER THE HOLIDAY SEASON, AND I FEEL THAT WITH LESS THAN A WEEK TO GO UNTIL CHRISTMAS IT'S DUE TO BE REVIVED.

You all may or may not know, but my previous career was retail-based and If you’ve ever worked in any sort of service industry or retail (and everyone should be made to work a Christmas in retail once in their life in my humble opinion) then you’ll know that familiar dread that comes this time of year.... Read More

BEAUTY, MAKEUP, SKINCARE · December 18, 2020

Can’t Afford it, But Totally Worth It

AS A BEAUTY WRITER, I GET THE OPPORTUNITY PRODUCTS IN ALL PRICES RANGES.

Over the 8-ish years I've been writing Girl Loves Gloss, I've tested and reviewed makeup, skincare and lifestyle items ranging in price from $2-$1000+.
I've been sent plenty, and I've purchased plenty of products and I've reviewed them all with the same critiques and criticisms that I hope translates to an honest and authentic review you all can trust.
Something I consider a lot though, is the question, "Would I repurchase this?" and perhaps a better question I should be asking myself is, "Could I repurchase this?".... Read More

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FASHION AND ACCESSORIES · November 30, 2020

Petal & Posy Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday Sale

AND JUST LIKE THAT, THE BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING BLITZ IS UPON US. This year, I’m urging you all to shop small. To support indie businesses and makers who’ve likely been hit the absolute hardest this year. If you missed my... Read More

BATH AND BODY, HAIRCARE, SKINCARE, TOOLS · November 28, 2020

Hair, Skincare & Beauty Gift Sets Worth Buying This Year

LET'S GET REAL FOR A MINUTE: SOMETIMES THOSE HOLIDAY SETS AREN'T REALLY A GREAT DEAL

Beauty brands are kind of notorious for downsizing, or even offering subpar quality (cough*Too Faced* cough) for their holiday launches each year. So I've sniffed out some great buys when it comes to holiday gift sets from brands I know and love and use.
These sets include full-size products, incredible values, quality products and various price ranges for everyone. ... Read More

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LIFESTYLE, MOTHERHOOD, RECIPES, TOOLS · November 20, 2020

How I Weekly Meal Plan for Stress Free Dinners + Free Weekly Planner PDF

IT'S THAT QUESTION I DREAD: "WHAT SHOULD WE HAVE FOR DINNER?"

Or, how it seems to have adapted into, "What's for dinner?" - insert eye roll emoji here.
Meal planning wasn't something I ever saw myself doing before having a toddler, and yet it's become something that massively helps me in my weekly schedule. I am one of those people who loves routine, but doesn't want to feel like I'm living for my routine if that makes sense (can you tell I'm a Gemini!?). Meal planning always seemed so... involved. ... Read More

MAKEUP · November 7, 2020

Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow All In One Tinted Moisturizer

THERE'S A NEW TINTED MOISTURIZER ON THE BLOCK, AND IT'S GOT PEOPLE DIVIDED.

But here's the thing, I really like it... but I didn't at first.
Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow All in One Tinted Moisturizer* claims to have a built-in primer, and be full of good-for-skin ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and peptides. It's also oil-free, which had me concerned that it wouldn't be suitable for my dry skin. ... Read More

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LIFE LESSONS, LIFESTYLE · October 17, 2020

Friend Breakups | When Is It Time To Let Go?

SOME RELATIONSHIPS ARE BETTER LEFT IN THE PAST.

For better or worse, we grow in life and sometimes relationships we form don't grow with us. This can go for romantic relationships as well as family and friends.
A breakup from a spouse or partner can be incredibly hard and life-altering. Often, it's for the better, and this can be the case with friendship too. There comes a time where you might recognize that a person in your life just doesn't make you happy. Perhaps they actually are quite toxic? But how do you break up with a friend and why does it seem so hard for us to do?... Read More

MAKEUP · October 5, 2020

Fenty Slip Shine Sheer Shiny Lipsticks

IF YOU'RE A LIP BALM KINDA PERSON, YOU'RE GOING TO NEED THE FENTY SLIP SHINES IN YOUR LIFE.

You all know me by now - I don't "do" heavy longwear lip colour usually. I have dry lips, and they're full of lines - the thought of crumbling, flaking lipcolour sends me in a spiral.
So I'm a balm girl. Creamy, hydrating, comfortable wear tinted balms are just my jam. Fenty's Slip Shine Sheer Shiny Lipsticks basically say it all in the name (seriously though, say that name 5 times fast!).... Read More

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LIFESTYLE, MOTHERHOOD · September 18, 2020

Things Have Been Quiet Here and Here’s Why

ITS BEEN A SLIGHTLY SLOWER SUMMER FOR GIRLLOVESGLOSS.COM, BUT I'VE BEEN BUSIER THAN EVER.

So what have I been up to, you ask? I went and launched my very own jewelry brand...again.
Ok so I guess I should clarify - before Girl Loves Gloss became a thing, I was a silversmith for 10 years! I created silver, gold and gemstone jewelry that shipped all over the world, and I loved it.... Read More

MAKEUP · September 11, 2020

New Love | NARS Orgasm X Palette and Oil-Infused Lip Tint

THE NEW NARS ORGASM X LAUNCH HAS TOTALLY CHANGED MY OPINION ABOUT THE BRAND'S ORIGINAL CLAIM TO FAME.

At some point, NARS Orgasm might have been one of the best selling, best-known blushes in the beauty industry. But I'll be honest, it never really did anything for me.
NARS has recently launched Orgasm X, a must more intense, pigmented coral blush and Oil-Infused Lip Tint (both limited edition!) and let me tell you... I LOVE them both! Keep reading, to find out more about these two, plus a giveaway to enter to win them BOTH.... Read More

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