Author Archives: Emileigh Clare

About Emileigh Clare

Multimedia copy editor at the York Daily Record/Sunday News

I made my hair an easy DIY banana and yogurt smoothie

I tore out a page from a women’s magazine sometime ago that featured recipes for do-it-yourself beauty products like facial masks and scrubs. Some of these recipes featured weird ingredients like pear juice and cold-pressed sunflower oil. Umm, nope. Not … Continue reading

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My style icons: Retro celebs and Dita Von Teese

The bold brows of Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Marilyn Monroe’s iconic white dress in “The Seven-Year Itch,” the slim, gray pencil skirts worn by various Hitchcock blondes in “Vertigo” and “Rear Window” are just a few of my favorite fashion looks. … Continue reading

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Yes to Carrots has given me summer-ready skin and helped with keratosis pilaris

Dry skin sucks. And when you have it, you can’t wear shorts, bathing suits, skirts or tank tops without worrying about it. That’s because summer’s warm, dry air can suck the moisture out of your exposed skin, leaving it scaly … Continue reading

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Saying yes to the bridesmaid dress

I was recently asked by my friend Jessica to be the maid of honor in her wedding. After some of the initial excitement and giggling wore off we started talking dresses, of course. Jessica’s theme colors for her wedding are … Continue reading

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Style trends spotted in Europe

Last month I went on a gloriously sun baked vacation to Athens, Greece, several Greek islands and capped it off with a day in Paris, France. While traveling, there were a few fashion trends that really stood out. Some were … Continue reading

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Lash DNA Mascara from Smashbox has got my eyelashes covered

I got my Lash DNA Mascara from Smashbox last week. I’m already a big fan. The strangely shaped brush (described as a double helix on Sephora.com) helps the product cover all of eyelashes — from the long ones to the … Continue reading

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Trying a new makeup remover: Pond’s Wet Cleansing Towelettes review

I’ve been looking for a quick, easy way to remove my makeup at night. I have a terrible habit of falling asleep wearing it. Or if I’m not feeling too tired, I’ll use about three different products to strip my … Continue reading

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It pays to be a Beauty Insider at Sephora

I love the rewards program at Sephora. After you sign up (it’s free!) you’ll get a heads-up on sales, new products and more. Plus, there’s an awesome point system that rewards you for just buying classic, basic products like mascara. … Continue reading

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Teens shun makeup to discover natural beauty

I was inspired by a recent story about a group of Texas teens going makeup free on Tuesdays. Several students at Colleyville Heritage High School were fed up with the over the top, caked on makeup worn by many women … Continue reading

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How to look gorgeous in red lipstick

A lot of women are scared to wear red lipstick but they shouldn’t be. A red pout can look great on anyone. Plus, it adds the perfect touch of glamor. I recently used red lipstick to amp up my look. … Continue reading

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