Arianna Schioldager is a writer and blogger. She lives in Downtown Los Angeles where the coffee is very expensive. Follow her @larrypotters.

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Mascara……You are my cosmetic of choice.  Finding a new one that plumps, lengthens and darkens my few frail lashes all in one is like finding the holy grail.  Only better, if you ask me. At present count, I have eight and really, I am not even sure that is enough. However, mascara can be very…  read on >

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I love giving gifts.  Shockingly more than actually receiving them!  As a now seasoned recessionista, I have been wracking my shop-a-holic brain for the perfect gift to give to those nearest and dearest to me.  Alas, I was having issues finding something that was not just affordable, but something different then the usual goodies I…  read on >

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I’m kind of addicted to Viva paper towels….they aren’t cheap, but I can’t resist buying them.  In truth, I usually buy the cheap generic paper towels at Costco, and then buy myself a little stash of the good stuff.  Yea, it’s sad when you can actually get excited over paper towels….but, have you felt them? …  read on >

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LOL…sorry for the title, couldn’t resist.  Check, out this new study I noticed in the Daily Mail (yea, I actually read this stuff…how else am I going to fill this column??)    The MindLab Institute found that men are more likely to be woken by howling wind then by their own babies crying…… Sounds harsh, but here’s the interesting part,…  read on >

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When I asked my trainer the other day (yea, he’s a celebrity trainer…I live in L.A. its very hard to avoid) “What is the one fitness gift you swear by? I was pleasantly surprised…… I asked in the first place because these are my favorite holiday gifts to give…..something my friends and family would never buy…  read on >

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Today, I had a virtual skin experience.  My skin looked like something out of a magazine – smooth, flawless and without an unsightly blemish in sight. This skin revelation is all thanks to the man who changed my make-up routine forever Michael Talley, the CosMedic Retail Educator for the revolutionary Cover FX make-up brand.  He…  read on >

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In the mood for something seasonal yet not so Thanksvigingy? I found and tested this great filet mignon with blackberries recipe courtesy of the Food Network’s Dean Brothers.  For me, this dish really bring out the rich-earthy flavors of Autumn without having any of the traditional Thanksgiving spices and flavors we typically associate this time of year…  read on >