Why a Multi-tasking Beauty Balm Should be Part of Your Beauty Routine

Carat & Roses October 24, 2015

A multitasking beauty balm is a staple as part of our beauty routine. Full of restorative and balancing nutrients and ingredients that provide soothing benefits, hydrating properties that provide the perfect healing glow and minimal go-to that will take you from backstage fashion week to your weekly ballet class or fitness session, heal cracked heels and dry lips, hydrate dry cuticles and elbows, dab onto eyelids, brows, cheekbones and cupid's bow to give you the perfect in-flight beauty look or off duty glow. Try one of our faves with natural and organic ingredients that will keep you toxin free and give you healthy skin on-the-go.

1. Aerin Beauty Rose Balm

We love a great floral-based beauty product and with the extract of 350 rose petals in each pot that deeply soothes and moisturizes, this Rose Balm by Aerin is the perfect take anywhere, do anything go-to beauty balm for your beauty bag.

Go-to product: Aerin Beauty Rose Balm, 58$

Boho Summer: 6 No-Fail 70s Inspired Hair for Your Summer Style

Carat & Roses April 20, 2015

The 2015 runways have been full of boho styling and 70s influences including great boho hair. From Lanvin's inspired single Brigitte Bardot braid to Chloe's Peggy Lipton straight middle part styles, these are our favorite off the runway boho looks to try and perfect for the summer months.

1. Single Braid

Simple, elegant and perfect for summer months, the Brigitte Bardot single braid on the Lanvin runway was Julien d'Ys inspired hair styling. Tie the end with a leather string or ribbon to add a chic twist to your style.

Go-to product: Leonor Greyl Mousse au Lotus Volumatrice – Volumizing Styling Mousse, 46$

2. Fringe Bangs

Antonina Petkovic rocked the 2015 fall fashion runway with fringe bang styling that are a great transition into summer. Try this distinct look reminiscent of Jane Birkin, in a natural wave or straight style. Be sure to keep bangs off your face when applying moisturizer to your face until it is fully absorbed.

Go-to product: Show Beauty Lux Volume Lotion, 63$

3. Slicked Back

Balmain girls hit the Spring 2015 runway with chic wet-look slicked back hair that is the perfect way to style locks straight out of the water. For more gentle Grace Kelly inspired styles, keep hair pulled back and let air dry.

Go-to product: Show Beauty Working Texture Spray, 47$

4. Half-up

Celine's half-up styles came down the runway accented with gold barrettes perfect for emanating Audrey Hepburn's graceful styles.

Go-to product: John Masters Organics Rose & Apricot Hair Milk, 26$

5. Bandanna

Chanel's modern interpretation of a bandanna was the perfect brunching accessory at Brasserie Gabrielle on the fall 2015 runway. Style this Brigitte Bardot Parisian-it girl style for days spent exploring beach towns and walking desert summer gardens.

Go-to product: Leonor Greyl Masque Fleurs Jasmin, 65$

6. Middle Part

The Chloé fall 2015 runway was full of decadent boho styles and sleek middle part hair like Peggy Lipton's 70's straight styles. The perfect beach to street look, style your part with our fave Aerin gold comb we are currently craving.

Go-to product: Show Beauty Pure Treatment Oil, 78$

Beauty Hacks: 6 Easy to Follow Beauty Tricks You Have to Try

Carat & Roses October 24, 2014

From multitasking hair, beauty and skin products, these are our favorite go-to beauty tricks that will have you looking glamorous on the go while also providing quick nourishing, protective and healing comfort throughout your day!

1. Use a Dry Shampoo to Repair Hair Fails

Spray at roots of unwashed hair when your out of time, after the gym or while travelling to refresh your hair between washes. Give curls a beachy loose look with an all over spray keeping them from clumping together, lift volume at roots, lock in a back comb, prevents bangs from sticking to your forehead, conceal dark roots in blonde hair and add texturing grip to bobby pins.

Go-to product: SHOW Beauty Dry Shampoo, 47$

2. Remove Makeup with Coconut Oil

Remove stubborn makeup including mascara. Try it as a facial cleanser or moisturizer. Its the perfect go-to product for all skin types including, sensitive and blemish prone skin and has multitasking properties that nourishes nails, hair, lashes and skin while also providing soothing comfort to sunburned skin.

Go-to product: RMS Beauty Raw Coconut Treatment, 18$ - 42$

3. Blend a Fragrance with Lotion

Try a few drops of your favorite fragrance mixed into a scent free lotion or body butter for an all over moisturizing scent that will leave you smelling fresh and feeling smooth throughout the day. Re-apply sparingly and use a gentle fragrance for a clean and subtle lingering all over scent.

Go-to product: Le Labo ROSE 31, 240$

4. Apply a Beauty Oil before a Shower

Enjoy the moisturizing benefits of a beauty oil that will leave your skin soft and hydrated all through the winter months. Use a generous amount, warm in your hands before gently rubbing into skin. Use a facial oil on your face and shower. Add some to the ends of your hair to tame frizz and keep hair healthy. Immediately follow your shower with a healthy organic moisturizer or your same beauty oil.

Go-to product: RODIN olio lusso Body Oil, 130$

5. Use a Sleep Mask to Fall Asleep

Get a good nights sleep by using an eye mask to seal out the light which helps to induce a restful and relaxing sleep by causing the production of Melatonin, the sleep chemical. Try the addition of a natural sleep remedy such as This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray for the perfect way to fall quickly to sleep and enjoy the overnight beauty benefits of a full nights rest.

Go-to product: This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, 29$

6. Protect Heels with a Band-Aid Stick

Walk a mile in your heels comfortably with the Band-Aid Friction Block. Apply to the back of heels, top of toes and side of your feet before you wear your shoes for blister and pain-free all day comfort your feet will thank you for. And we do mean ALL DAY. Be sure to let the product dry a bit to keep fee from feeling slick in your shoes.

Go-to product: Band-Aid Friction Block, 5$

Get the Look: Runway Inspired Beauty Trends to Follow

Carat & Roses November 3, 2013

Our Must-have Essential Pieces for your Wardrobe

Carat & Roses October 5, 2013

We all need standard pieces in our wardrobe that will stand the test of time and keep you in style even when the trends change. Clear out the clutter, donate what you don't need. Here are some core basic pieces that should be in every wardrobe and add onto with trend pieces from each season.

1. Blazers & Jackets

You can never have enough jackets but be sure you store the basic go-to's that will go with any outfit and give you great style at any point during the season.

1. Black Tailored Blazer, 2, Quilted Leather Jacket, 3. Cropped Denim Jacket, 4. Blazer in Cream

2. Denim, Pants, Leggings & Shorts

To keep your wardrobe fresh and stylish have at least 3 different types, styles and colors of denim whether it be jeans or jeggings, you'll be able to switch up your style with different styles of t-shirts, blouses or tanks to keep up with the trends while giving you a variety of outfits to sport.

1. Skinny Dark Denim, 2. Skinny or Straight Leg Dress Pants, 3. Black Shorts, 4. White Denim, 5. Boyfriend Denim, 6. Leather, Shinny or Regular Leggings

3. Dresses & Skirts

Every girl needs to have the go to bandage dress, a little black dress and a few skirts that you can mix and match with blazers, t-shirts, blouses, tanks and jackets. Add a pair of heels for a night out look or pair them with flats for a comfortable stylish day look.

1. Little Black or Lace Dress, 2. Bandage Dress, 3. Pencil Skirt, 4. Flared Skirt

4. Blouses & Shirts

Own the basics and you can update your wardrobe to fit with the trends and add pieces that match your style.

1. Button Down or Color Block Blouse, 2. Peplum or Tailored Blouse, 3. Basic White T-Shirt

5. Something Comfortable

From travel to groceries, relaxing or shopping, you can do it all in a comfortable sweat suit that will keep you casual and stylish no matter what your doing. Perfect on the go you'll be able to move comfortably and stylishly you can update with a variety of t-shirts and tanks.

1. Black & White Hat, 2. Hoodie or Sweatshirt, 3. Sweatpants

6. Heels, Boots & Flats

These must have shoes should be a staple in any wardrobe and will take you seamlessly from day to night while keeping you stylish and chic on the go.

1. Black Heels, 2. Open Toe Shoes, 3. Platform Heels, 4. Strappy Black Sandals, 5. Nude Pumps, 6. Strappy Black Flat Sandals

1. Running Shoes, 2. Flat Boots, 3. Rain Boots, 4. Booties, 5. Over the Knee or Thigh High Boots with Heels, 6. Stylish Pair of Flats

7. Accessories

Style these accessories with a variety of wardrobe pieces and mix & match with other accessories you can add to fit your style and the trends

1. Diamond Stud Earrings, 2. Gold Chain Necklace, 3. Gold Hoop Earrings

8. Bags & Luggage

Bags are a staple in any wardrobe, add these to your closet to give you stylish options on-the-go whether at play, work or travel. These pieces will help you stay organized, classic and stylish from day to night.

1. Large Carry-All Bag, 2. Stylish go-to Black Bag, 3. Carry-On or Hard Rolling Luggage, 4. Overnight Duffle Bag

1. Classic Clutch, 2. Travel Cosmetic Bag, 3. On-the-go Wallet & Clutch, 4. Classic Shoulder Bag

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Our Top 5 Fashion Week Must Haves

Carat & Roses September 5, 2013

Whether your attending fashion week or trying to stay model ready on-the-go, we're sharing our top 5 beauty essentials that should be in every fashionista makeup bag.