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About lexfunk

Quarter-life female on the quest to explore all things beautiful inside and out. This blog will feature product reviews, makeup tutorials, hard-hitting beauty journalism, and explorations in the philosophy of beauty.

Beauty Favorites: Face

I thought it would be fun to discuss some of our Beauty Favorites, and if you’ve found them- your Holy Grail or HG beauty products.  I was inspired by the the infamous annual beauty awards from InStyle, the annual CEW … Continue reading

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Oils as Secret Beauty Weapon: Baby Oil

Ah, baby oil.  The scent is incredibly nostalgic and if it’s safe and gentle enough to use on babies- it must be good for us too, right? Yes and no. Baby Oil has long been heralded as a beauty secret … Continue reading

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Oils as Secret Beauty Weapon: Fish Oil

Fish Oil A couple of years ago, I overheard my father complaining about how often he needed to get a haircut and clip his fingernails.  He was convinced it was because of the new pills he was taking.  Of course, … Continue reading

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Oil as Secret Beauty Weapon

Often times, in a “beauty” context, oil can be a bit of a “four letter word” (think oily skin and hair).  However, natural oils (several types) can actually be true beauty and health secrets.  Throughout the week, I’ll discuss a … Continue reading

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Crystal for Chanel

Famed plus-size model Crystal Renn will be walking in the Chanel 2011 Cruise Collection in St. Tropez.  Crystal Renn started modeling at 14 after being approached by a modeling scout and told that she could have an extremely successful modeling … Continue reading

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Lite Brite Evening Gowns?

At the Met Costume Gala this year, Katy Perry displayed an innovative fashion choice.  Her gown, made my CuteCircuit, was powered by small iPod batteries which allowed her to change the color of her dress (via small light tubes throughout … Continue reading

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Taylor Swift New Face for Cover Girl

Taylor Swift has been named the new face for Cover Girl Cosmetics.  She has begun shooting ads which will debut in January.  She is said to be modeling a new line of “luxury” cosmetics for Cover Girl. I think Taylor … Continue reading

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Weight Bias in the Media?

While this isn’t breaking news, it’s something that really got me thinking.  Lane Bryant (women’s plus size clothing line) has debuted a commercial advertising its intimates section.  It features a (plus size) model sauntering around the house in lingerie.  ABC, … Continue reading

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Defiance

I just watched Defiance.  It’s an incredible movie based on a true story of a small group of Jews who chose to live in the forests of Russia and fight against the Nazis during WWII.  The movie highlights one of … Continue reading

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As Keats said…

“Beauty is truth, truth beaty,–that is all Ye know on earth, and all ye need to know.”   John Keats “Ode to a Grecian Urn” Welcome to my exploration in all things beautiful!  I have been fascinated by all things … Continue reading

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