Are any shades of cosmetics truly “universally flattering?” This is what NARS claims with both their blush and lip gloss shade in “Orgasm,” and while I have felt the colors were personally flattering, it seems highly unlikely to determine if the shades are truly flattering across every complexion and skin tone. What I have found that is a personal, and certainly not universal factor of differentiation here, is that both cosmetics have some degree of shimmer, something I definitely tend to avoid, and will only seek out with these products. The NARS blush (and lip color) both come in about …

Most of us are in need of a good Matte CC (color corrective) Cream with clean ingredients and a broad spectrum SPF factor, and that postulation was confirmed, at least for myself, after trying out this skin perfecting product with glowing results and the additional benefit of full coverage. While I am typically a fan of foundation products or products with more buildable coverage, in using It Cosmetics I regained a newfound appreciation for CC creams with clean ingredients that both nourish the skin and provide a suitable protective barrier against sun and environmental damage. Let’s face it, it’s also fairly …

The age of truly wireless headphones has arrived in the form of convenient little earbuds. These simple-looking bits of gear fit into your ear, connect to your music player – often your phone – via Bluetooth, and deliver the music that you want to listen to. Users no longer have to concern themselves with accidentally yanking their earphones out or them somehow self-tangling in the bottom of their bag. However, this revolutionary tech comes at a price, and quite a hefty one in many cases. So, this guide is to help you identify the elements of wireless earbuds that you need to …

A long time ago, a Squier Strat was my very first electric guitar – it’s a popular choice for beginners. I recently found myself in need of a Strat-type guitar, but I wasn’t sure of the extent I’d use it, so I was reluctant to put a lot of money into – I know that’s a familiar scenario to most people! Player’s can get a bit snotty about beginner instruments, especially Squier Strats, but I’d heard good things about , so I wanted to find out for myself, and put it through its paces with the cynicism of a more …