Eye on beauty

This blog tackles the quest for natural beauty in Alaska. From hair color and styles, to make-up artistry, to skin treatments that nurture despite winter's chill and summer's all-day sun. Bring us your questions and take away news you can use.


Geneva Cowen

With 16 years as a stylist and over a decade as a master colorist, Geneva finds inspiration in her environment, from the urban culture of the street to the raw open spaces of Alaska, where she was born and raised. She believes fashion happens organically, with influences that can come from anywhere.

Molly Hutchins

Molly Hutchins has been doing makeup professionally for the past five years. Born and raised in Alaska, she has worked in print, bridal, runway, film and editorial mediums, as well as for a large cosmetics retailer.

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Spring is in the air... and on our lips!

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Lilac Lips for Spring '09Lilac Lips for Spring '09It seems appropriate to give a little Spring sneak peek today, as mother nature is doing the same! I was doing my best not to curse the weather while I slid all over the road during my morning commute, as I do appreciate the break in the cold snap very much.

Looking back on the lips of Spring '08, we saw technicolor mattes and semi-mattes, giving an almost Warholian effect. Lipsticks toppled gloss in popularity, and the playful brights ruled the runway. This season, we're keeping with the bright, fun colors but losing the rich textures. Translucent, gelly glosses are back- think Popsicle lips! Fruity stains will be dominating in the upcoming season. I'm glad to have gloss back, as lipsticks are a little high maintenance for my personal tastes in warm weather. If my style prognostication is on key, I'm forseeing lavendar being the "it" shade for Spring. Here are some products to give your lips a fun, lilac hue that is wearable yet on-trend.

Lancome Juicy Tubes in Dreamcicle or Exquisite, $18
Nars lipgloss in Revolt, $24
MAC lustreglass in Morning Glory, $14
NYX Sheer gloss in Lavender note, $5


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