Q&A with ABC 7 Makeup Artist Alx Galasinao 26 Aug 2013 | 11:56 pm

Alx Galasinao is a longtime makeup artist at ABC 7 in Chicago. I first met Alx when I was a college intern for the entertainment news reporter at ABC 7. Now, years later, I was back at the studio for ...

Back-to-School Beauty Giveaway 23 Aug 2013 | 07:32 pm

When I was a tween, I was clueless about my skin. My mom never took me to the dermatologist or showed me the proper way to treat a zit. I had two sisters, but for some reason, I never picked up any t...

Prevent Wrinkles with Scotch Tape 22 Aug 2013 | 02:26 am

Favorite Find: This Day-to-Night Ann Taylor Sequin Skirt 20 Aug 2013 | 12:53 am

I just got this Ann Taylor sequin skirt, and it’s become my favorite piece in my closet. It’s part of the wedding collection and can easily be dressed up for a fancy affair. I love that I can also wea...

What He or She is Really Thinking… 17 Aug 2013 | 12:34 am

This week I attended an intimate luncheon with Chicago-based plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Dayan at the Ritz Carlton. The topic of conversation — beauty. Specifically, he shared details from his new book...

A Simple DIY Glitter Manicure 14 Aug 2013 | 09:56 pm

Here at The Beauty Girl, we sure do love a glitter manicure. A little extra shimmer and shine on your nails can really go a long way. Especially if you’re trying to spice up your regular manicure but ...

Behind-The-Scenes At My Photo Shoot 13 Aug 2013 | 01:37 am

You recently saw my daytime chic look featured on the invitation for the big event I’m hosting next Thursday. Click here to RSVP! It took an afternoon of hair, makeup and a shopping spree at Ann Tayl...

You’re Invited! I’m Hosting! Don’t Miss This Birchbox & Ann Taylor Chicago Event 8 Aug 2013 | 11:40 pm

When asked to host this Fall trends event with Ann Taylor and Birchbox, I had to say yes. The night is going to be so much fun and full of free stuff from free makeup application to free Birchboxes (t...

My TV Segment: What’s IN for Summer 8 Aug 2013 | 12:24 am

Here’s my latest segment revealing What’s IN this Summer. Get 20% off the Jules Vance knuckle rings I’m wearing and featured in this segment by entering code “beautygirl” at checkout. P.S. We ran ou...

Marc Jacobs Makeup Debuts 2 Aug 2013 | 09:33 pm

It was a good start to my day — I found a package from Marc Jacobs sitting on my front steps. Inside was this cool shadow palette, wearable lip gloss that smells like cotton candy, and concealer pen. ...