Whether you’re 18 or 81, it’s never too early (or too late) to start using anti-aging products. In fact, they should be a part of your daily skincare routine, and if they’re not, we suggest you get on it—the sooner the better. Think about it: the earlier you start regularly incorporating an anti-aging lotion or serum into your a.m. and […]

Blotting papers are a must for any woman who wants to maintain a shine-free face on-the-go. And Tatcha’s Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers ($12 for a pack of 30 sheets) are hands-down the best oil absorbers in beauty. They’re all natural, made of 100% Abaca Leaf with some gold flakes thrown in. They mop up slick skin gently, without removing moisture […]

We here at Lustre Life are card-carrying members of the Peep Toe Fan Club. The seasonless wonder that at times feels like two shoes rolled into one. Think of it as footwear that effortlessly combines sugar ‘n spice and sass ‘n class. When sporting a peep toe, one must remember that their tootsies themselves are part of the opening act. […]

August is now in full swing, and unfortunately it’s hard not to start having those fleeting thoughts of season coming to a close. However, we still have plenty of time to squeeze in sweet summer occasions, including lazy afternoons at the beach and breezy evening get-togethers by the shore. Lancôme’s Vernis in Love Lacquer, $15, is the brand’s stunning, South-of-France […]

No, we’re completely serious. It really works! We are usually very skeptical about beauty products that come across our desks, especially ones that have the word ‘instant’ in the name, but Juice Beauty definitely lives up to their claims. One of our editors tested the Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Instant Eye Life Algae Mask and she couldn’t stop raving about […]

Most women have a few beauty essentials that she continuously carries in her bag — lipstick or lip balm, a compact, perhaps som Most women have a few beauty essentials that she continuously carries in her bag — lipstick or lip balm, a compact, perhaps some blotting papers or a shine-controlling facial mist. But there’s one item that is absolutely […]

Here at Lustre Life, we’ve never been quite so enamored with a lip color. Marc Jacobs Beauty is an ingenious line altogether, but the Lovemarc Lip Gel, $30, is truly remarkable for creating a highly pigmented, long-lasting hue. It’s available in 15 shades, from a rich berry red (Seduce Me) to a warm peach-pink (Dizzy Spell). The product’s texture is […]

Stila’s Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner, $20, is one of the best liquid liners for creating dynamic, eye-popping looks. Especially if you’re a beginner—the application so simple it’s astounding. The secret is in the liner’s slim marker-tip, which creates a clean, thin line smoothly and without smudging. It’s literally like using a pen to apply your makeup. You just […]