PELUQUERIA Y ESTETICA: The Fruits of Doe-Eyed Mascara

The Fruits of Doe-Eyed Mascara

Spring is in full bloom and I'm breaking out my floral prints (I scored the Bella Baxter-esque blouse above from vintage styling goddess Chelsea Von Mach) and savoring every moment of all-you-need-is-a-light-jacket weather. Of course, springtime also brings with it inherent romance. In this spirit, I've been rotating through dreamy new scents, applying extra rosy blush, and administering soft strokes of mascara to doe-eyed effect. Below, I implore you to do much of the same. Happy Saturday!

— Lauren Valenti, InStyle Beauty Director

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What's on Lauren's Desk

Just in time for the warmer months, Oribe has launched a gorgeous new Heatless Styling Balm designed specifically for fine-to-medium strands to supply strength, soft hold, and glossy shine. Also fitting for the season is Benefit's new Badgal Bang! volumizing mascara, which comes in vivid shades, like this gorgeous burgundy hue. On the olfactory front, I'm already obsessed with both Gucci's new sweet-and-smoky amber fragrance called The Alchemist's Garden The Heart of Leo and Flamingo Estate's Night Blooming Jasmine & Damask Rose candle, which is precisely the spring-garden-at-twilight vibe you want it to be.

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BEAUTY TIP OF THE WEEK

Fragrance doesn't last as long on dry skin, so make sure your skin is well moisturized.

— Caroline Sabas, senior perfumer at Givaudan

EMPTY OF THE WEEK

SK-II Facial Treatment Mask

There's nothing like drenching your face in a cool sheet mask after a long day—and on this front, SK-II's Facial Treatment has always been a true indulgence. It is, of course, supercharged with the Japanese brand's proprietary Pitera essence, which is derived from fermented yeast and rich in vitamins, amino acids, minerals, and organic acids. Together, they work to instantly brighten, hydrate, and plump the skin, while also boosting cell turnover to improve texture and fade dark spots over time. Whether I leave it on for ten minutes or overnight (I love massaging in the essence so it can work its magic while I sleep), I am left with totally refreshed and luxurious-feeling skin.

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Q+A with Lauren

Q: What's the easiest way to make eyes look bigger and more awake?

A: For me, the answer to this question is always mascara. You really can't underestimate the importance of adding volume and length to your lashes for opening up and creating the illusion of a wider gaze. Lately, I've been obsessed with the doe-eyed look, applying mascara (I love the Hermès Beauty Trait d'Hermès formula) to both my upper and lower lashes for that soft, yet sultry effect. It looks especially lovely—and romantic!—worn with flushed blush and not much else.

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