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Can Mascara Damage Your Eyes? (And More Makeup & Cosmetics Issues)

When you put on makeup and apply facial cleansers, moisturizers, and sunscreen, have you ever thought about the effects the cosmetics can have on your eyes?

Using cosmetics such as these around your eyes can result in unpleasant consequences including allergy, infection, injury, and vision loss. You need to consider the ingredients in the product and its use-by date. Let’s examine some of the risks and tips for avoiding them.

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Bedazzled Sunglasses: Our Top 9 Shiny Shades

Pearls, gems, and rhinestones, oh my! The latest trend amongst sunglasses is made for those who want to stand out. Beautiful, bejeweled, and bedazzled sunglasses with bling are a great way to update your regular shades.

While there are plenty of over-the-top options for those ready to make a statement, there are just as many subtly sparkly substitutes. Use them to update your jeans-and-tee combo or set off your latest Instagram-ready outfit. This summer, the blingier the sunglass, the better!

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Eyewear Can Be Your Ultimate Accessory

You probably don’t think about eyewear as your final accessory—something to complete any outfit, mood, or occasion.

Maybe you should. Why not have multiple pairs of glasses to switch out?

That’s what I was thinking when I went shopping for inexpensive but stylish frames on EZContacts. My budget was a thrifty $30 (or so) per pair—with prescription lenses. My aim was to find glasses that would reflect my personality and mood when wearing them.

I took the plunge, if you call that a plunge, without worrying about versatility. I tried to focus on adding bold and trendy frames to my collection, which I could count on to be a fashion accessory. Here’s what I came up with…

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Pink Glasses Frames: Our Favorite Picks 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so we’re thinking pink. Pink glasses frames, that is!

Millennial pink has been a standout trend from the fashion crowds to the interior design world in the past few years. Boasting the perfect neutral pastel, pink tinted glasses are now trending in the eyewear world as well.

So what is “millennial pink?”

It is described as not quite bubble gum pink, yet somewhere between a grapefruit and salmon color. With this universally flattering shade, it’s a great trend to adopt if you’re looking to try something new—whether you are looking for an understated accessory or a focal point to your look.

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Make Eyewear Look Stylish on Your Wedding Day

The smell of fresh flowers and the warmth of the sun can only mean one thing: it’s wedding season. Planning a wedding is a stressful endeavour, and pulling together a complete look from head-to-toe is no small feat. When it comes to choosing the perfect dress for the most romantic day of your life it can be easy to let some of the details go unnoticed. But ensuring you can see your partner at the end of the aisle is one detail you won’t want to miss.
If you are the kind of person who wears their eyeglasses with pride every single day; it can feel unnatural not to wear them on your wedding day. However, the idea of pairing glasses with a gorgeous gown may not feel like the most fashionable affair. All it takes is a little planning and some extra effort to make your glasses feel like a natural and beautiful part of your overall look. Not sure how to bring it to life? See our tips below to get started.

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