A MASCARA WEARER’S MANUAL

Eye infections happen when microorganisms in the form of bacteria, fungi, and viruses invade the eyeball or delicate surrounding areas of the eye like the cornea, membranes, and inner eyelids. The culprits can include contact lenses and mascara – yes, mascara!
Dry crusts, brittle bristles, flakes falling off the brush and other nasties… If you keep your mascara too long, bacteria may just find a breeding ground. According to ophthalmologists, bacteria that are naturally present in the eyes can be transferred into mascara via the wand. Mascara contains preservatives that prevent bacteria from breeding, so it is typically considered to be safe for about three months, which is about the
TALIKA GETS YOUR SKIN CAMERA READY

Get ready for your close-up with the new Skin Retouch ($49) fluid from Talika. Inspired by true life photo retouching techniques, Skin Retouch aims to optically hide pores and conceal lines and wrinkles, while making the overall quality of your skin look smoother and more even toned. Try it on your hands and neck to hide their little imperfections.
Kind of like putting a photo scrim over your skin, Skin Retouch evens out your complexion by filling in lines and pores and using light reflecting ingredients to create a soft focus. The fluid falls somewhere between a gel and a lotion and has a stretchy texture – which makes it perfect for filling. Once sitting inside the lines and wrinkle
BEAUTY IN THE BAG FOUNDER/EDITOR IN CHIEF WENDY LEWIS DISCUSSES LASH ENHANCEMENT ON THE TODAY SHOW
Hoda, Kathie Lee and Wendy Lewis observe LashDip co-founder Gina Mondragon doing the application process.
Click the above image to be directed to the TODAY Show segment!
On January 3, Beautyinthebag.com founder Wendy Lewis was featured as a beauty expert on the TODAY Show on NBC! Wendy told viewers how they can achieve the hottest beauty trend, alluring eyelashes, with 2011’s “eye-opening” beauty breakthroughs. There are many great products which can help you achieve the seductive, doe-eyed look you desire. Here is a roundup of Wendy’s top picks on the Today Show: (more…)
LES TRESORS DE TALIKA: Instant Beauty Tightening Gel & Lipocils Lash Conditionerr
TALIKA INSTANT BEAUTY TIGHTENING GEL
We love this tightening and firming gel serum that gives immediate radiant results. It has a light and delicate texture, with the Talika signature pale blue color. The gel moisturizes and oxygenates, fights signs of fatigue and reduces the appearance of fine lines. Stick it in the fridge to cool it for even more soothing results on puffiness around the eyes and tired, sluggish skin.
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TALIKA LIPOCILS EYELASH CONDITIONING GEL
This classic plant based growth gel is especially for the eyelashes. Natually longer and thicker lashes can be seen with twice daily use. The gel strengthens lashes and stimulates b
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