by interns past + present
InternDIVA: Get Set for the Holidays
Holiday season is kicking in, and it's time to start picking presents for your loved ones! But how do you choose from the tons of holiday gift sets that are out there? No sweat: here's a breakdown of seven perfect presents for the cast of characters in your...
InternDIVA: NYX Butter Gloss
Have you ever believed that the pricier the product, the better the quality? I have. Especially since the top faves in my makeup bag have each cost me well over $30. However, I would never cross the line to buy a cheaper brand because they're just that good to me. And...
InternDIVA: MUFE Smoky Extravagant + HD Microfinish Powder
After recently attending an event hosted by the beauty experts of Top 5 Management, I was finally "in the know" when it comes to celebrity beauty secrets (check them out in Kate's post here!). From detailed step-by-step presentations on how to create the perfect...
InternDIVA: The Origins Mini-Facial
Last month, Team DIVAlicious attended a FAB spa event at the Flatiron that was co-hosted by Origins and SELF. Called “Beauty with a Zing,” the event highlighted the popular Origins GinZing collection. There were cute gifts with purchase, awesome hors...
InternDIVA: Mixed Chicks Spring Bands
For many of us college Divas, these past two weeks have been straight #GRINDMODE. I hope you all survived midterms just as I (barely) did, and I have a few exam-week essentials I'd like to thank for that. From double-shot espresso coffees to one-liter coconut water...
InternDIVA: The Mason Pearson
When it comes to skincare, fragrances, and makeup, I’m high maintenance all around. If I need a new eyeliner, I research for days: I cross-reference blogs, read customer reviews, and stay at Sephora for hours until I find THE ONE. But in the world of haircare, it’s a...
InternDIVA: IT Cosmetics IT-O2 Ultra Repair Liquid Oxygen Foundation
With the colder months on their way, keeping the face looking fresh and hydrated is essential. And if you're a college student like me, you know that getting regular facials with a busy schedule never works out. So at-home scrubs, masks, and serums have become my best...
InternDIVA: Giorgio Armani’s Rouge Ecstasy CC Lipstick
As much of a lover I am for ultra-fierce Latina afros, electric blue nail polish, and booming loud lipstick, my typical beauty purchases lean more towards the opposite. Being a college student living in the heart of New York City, I've attempted to scale back and...
InternDIVA: Kenzo Flower in the Air
In all things beauty-related, I’m a very classic kind of girl. It takes a big push for me to step outside my safety zone of smooth skin, a perfect cat-eye, and a complementary neutral color palette... but the right push does get me there from time to time. Now...
NYFW: Katie Gallagher SS14 “Bloom”
Photo: Jessica Angeles INSPIRATION Katie Gallagher’s Spring 2014 collection showcased an ability to transform even the most limited palette of black, ivory, and pale-pink into statement-worthy, coveted monochromatic looks. With a sprinkling of Goth and an abundance of...
InternDIVA: Molton Brown Volumising Shampoo + Conditioner Review
You know that one beauty product that no matter how far or wide you look or how many different brands you go through, it just never seems to give the desired result? The result you desperately need? Welcome to my life. Thanks to my genes, fine thin hair is the only...
InternDIVA: My Take on NYFW SS14
My first Mercedes Benz Fashion Week experience was an absolute dream come true. From observing the runway to the perks at the tents, I found myself utterly star-stuck. Here are my top 3 favorite things I experienced at NYFW Spring/Summer 2014... 1. TECH CRAZE –...
InternDIVA: A Boost of Bronze + A Fiery Attitude
With Summer coming to an end and bittersweet feelings rolling in for the Fall season, us divas are preparing not only for a change in temperature, but for a change in trends too. Whether you automatically know the drill when it comes to cold weather or not, there's no...
InternDIVA: WEN Nourishing Mousse Review
Thanks to the Hair Gods, I have been "blessed" with fine, thin hair. Yes, it is great waking up and not having to turn on the blow dryer or straightener, but flat hair isn't exactly something to rave about either. Unfortunately, hair products haven't been my best...
InternDIVA: Sally Hansen vs. Incoco – The Nail Polish Strip Faceoff
The news of the arrival of the royal baby boy has left me craving for some royal treatment of my own. And for a "commoner" like me, that's usually a trip to the nearest salon for a mani/pedi fix. When I don't have the time or energy to make the trip, I opt for...
InternDIVA: Dermablend SkinPerfector Blemish and Oil-Clearing Primer
Putting on foundation during the warmer months is always a challenge. As if half my face melting off isn’t enough, my combo skin isn’t necessarily the best out there to begin with. With occasional red blotches, dry spots, countless pores and breakouts, my skin is...
InternDIVA: L’Oreal Colour Riche Caresse Lipstick in Violet Chiffon
I know it's a huge trend this summer but I finally discovered (drumroll, please!)...my perfect combo of lipstick and lipgloss in one! In an H-O-T shade, no less.Which is kind of amazing news.Because I'm not exactly a lipgloss girl, nor am I a total lipstick fanatic.So...
InternDIVA: SpaRitual Nail Lacquer in Energy
I'm no nail guru, but let's be honest, nail polish brand does matter.I try my best to steer clear of $2 polishes at Forever21, as well as Sinful Colors or NYC, thanks to past experience. Instead I stay within my comfort zone of OPI, because I've consistently gotten a...
InternDIVA: Neutrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid-Lotion Sunscreen (SPF 55)
Beauty confession time: I'm NOT a sunscreen girl. Cue the gasps. I dislike the strong coconut scent most products have. Pina colada was not meant for the face. I also dislike how such products tend to transform my already pale face to a stark white - can you say...