Review: La Mer The Eye Balm Intense

How to Apply 80′s Makeup for Halloween

My friend Jan was kind enough to let me borrow 3 of her 6 kids (!) last week so we could film a series for Walmart.com on Halloween makeup. We have the first video up now of me creating an 80′s look in minutes for 9 year old Rebecca who will be trick-or-treating this year as an ’80′s Girl.’

Isn’t she cute?!

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Coconut Oil For The Skin

Though it’s not new, Coconut Oil is enjoying its time in the spotlight as an ‘it’ natural do-all because it’s filled with healthy fats that do wonders for the body, both inside and out (more on that HERE). I just picked up THIS organic, fair trade one from Dr. Bronner’s which I found next to the olive oil in the cooking section. I… Read More…

Kitty Litter Facial

You don’t have to resort to using kitty litter on your face to get squeaky clean pores and a spa-quality facial although the 750,000+ people who have watched YouTuber Michelle Phan’s video (below) might be doing just that. Apparently cats crap on bentonite clay which is also great for the skin so I use it too but in the form of Aztec Secret Healing C… Read More…

2010 Golden Globes (Beauty) Winners; Sandra Bullock, Meryl Streep, Julianne Moore, Julia Roberts

Fresh, pretty, feminine, trendless makeup was alive and well at the 2010 Golden Globes. Here are a few who caught my eye by getting it so right.

Sandra Bullock always looks incredible. Here she saves the inner portion of her lids for some shimmer so she can have some pop while staying age appropriate and formal. Purple makeup with a purple dress is a disaster, so … Read More…

Estée Lauder Extravagant Pearl Nail Lacquer Sneak Preview

Remember last month when Estée Lauder provided the makeup genus for Derek Lam’s spring 2011 show at NYFW? (You can see the post HERE.) The nail color used in the show is now a part of Lauder’s 2010 Extravagant Holiday collection (out in late October/ early November).

I’ll review the full color collection in the coming weeks, but for now I&… Read More…

So I’m totally loving The Eye Balm Intense from La Mer and I know what you’re thinking, ‘of course you love it, it’s a $145 eye cream,’ but I can attest to the fact that price isn’t an accurate indicator of quality. I try things from prestige brands all the time that aren’t worth a review.

Our eyes begin to show signs of aging as early as our late 20′s so if you’re serious about having wrinkle-free eyes start using this from now. It’s also a good call if you use Botox around the eyes because you won’t have to inject as frequently. It’s about protecting the investment.

Don’t look for the balm to fit into a specific treatment category, its super-advanced ingredient lineup targets puffiness, wrinkling, and skin clarity. If it’s a problem, this will solve it.

I’m now celebrating my 7th month without Botox. Who knows if I’ll fall off the wagon again, but for now I’m doing what I can to keep my face smooth and needle-free.

The Eye Balm Intense

5 thoughts on “Review: La Mer The Eye Balm Intense”

A new fashion of makeup!

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I'm still using it nightly and really like it. I've been using my organic rose hip oil under it for when my eyes feel extra dry too for added moisture. I think good eye creams are a solid investment since that's where we tend to show age the fastest. Hope that helps!

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Hi Carissa,

I was wondering how your eyes are doing on the Eye Balm Intense, and if you still think it's effective. I picked up a sample and love it, but wanted to ask for your input before buying some. Let me know what you think about it. Thanks!

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they don't work any better. i talked to my dermatologist about it. this and kiehls are highly overrated for the "results" they produce.

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I'd love to see a before and after picture!

I've never tried anything from them as I'm concerned they won't work any better than other premium brand that is less than 1/2 the price.

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