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Beauty 411: My top 5 favorite red lipsticks.

I'm one picky girl when it comes to red lipstick. I've tried dozens and there are two criteria a good red lipstick must meet: staying power + matte. Perfect skin wouldn't hurt either which is why I'm currently using a Dermablend foundation to even out my complexion. Today I'm hoping to save you a bit of cash and share my top red lipsticks in my arsenal.

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Dennis Bartolomei Salon

Searching for a new salon can be a daunting task. Overwhelming at best when you live in a city like Chicago. The streets are cluttered with high end boutiques, salons and medspas a plenty! 

If there's one thing I have on my side, it's the influence of my fellow bloggers...like Brett! When my hair was in dire need of some TLC, I reached out to my fellow blonde. Without a moment's hesitation she told me to call Dennis Bartolomei Salon.

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Beauty 411: gentle skincare

I love beauty with a purpose. A cause. That's what today's Beauty 411 is about. Today I'm going to sing the praises of Lindi Skin because it's awesome!

Founded in 2003, this line was designed for people undergoing cancer treatment. You can imagine how important safety and the calming qualities had to be. These healing properties were intrinsic to restoring patients skin while giving them a spa-like escape. In fact, all the ingredients were carefully researched and designed to combat bacterial and microbial growth which is critical when immune systems are compromised.

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Beauty 411: organic shampoos to fall in love with!

As someone who colors their hair every four weeks, trust me when I say I am VERY particular about my haircare. Specifically shampoo. I have very fine hair and a lot of it. And let's face it, I'm not sure if these "color shampoos" really preserve and ensure longer-lasting color, however; I'm not about to roll the dice.

My color is expensive so extending it is a non-negotiable. Don't believe me? Ask my husband who is still astonished at the monthly expense that hits our bank statement. As an aside, we've been together five years so let this be a lesson that your husband will never get used to the costs associated with monthly beauty maintenance. 

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