My Day in LA: The Museum of Illusions

Most people in my life know how I feel about experience popups -- which is that I LOVE THEM. For example, I visited The Museum of Ice Cream not once, but twice in the span of a few months! I also had to check out Happy Place at the end of the year, and -- much to my excitement -- I'm going to Candytopia very soon! So when I found out about The Museum of Illusions, I immediately knew I'd be going.

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First Look Fridays Interview Series: Los Angeles Street Artist MegZany

I have a not-so-mild obsession with street art. As someone who lives in Los Angeles, this isn't really that shocking, as street art can be found on almost every corner and brings so much life, character and beauty to the city. But there are only a treasured few street artists who bring joy to me each time I happen upon one of their pieces, ones who connect to my soul. MegZany is one such artist. Her art is fun and girly, but with a powerful and strong sensibility that make me stop, stare, contemplate and, ultimately, fall in love. And, okay, I am also pretty darn obsessed with her amazing pink hair.

I first learned about MegZany when I came across one of her pieces featuring Strawberry Shortcake. But these weren't just any ordinary pieces featuring the deliciously scented childhood favorite! Read on to see just what I'm talking about -- plus, get MegZany's top tip for getting rid of fine lines around your eyes, learn how she first became interested in art and so much more.

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First Look Fridays Interview Series: Makeup Artist Shannon V

I love discovering new makeup artists on Instagram. I follow a bunch of accounts who post looks from super talented makeup artists all over the world -- and, one day, I very luckily discovered Shannon V. THIS. GIRL. KNOWS. HER. STUFF. Every look she creates is so beautiful, so unique, so arrestingly gorgeous -- I can't help but stop the infinite scrolling just to stare in wonder at what she's created. Scroll through her feed and you won't be able to help but gasp. I'm thrilled to bring you my interview with Shannon today. Read on to find out how she got her start in beauty, the lip mask she can't live without and so much more.

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The #ValentinesMaskChallenge: Clarins SOS Hydra Refreshing Hydration Mask

Roses are red, violets are blue ... this #ValentinesMaskChallenge is for you! Two of the lovely people I follow on Instagram, @mindyourbeauty and @melubbeauty, are hosting a 7-day mask challenge. I'm going to be posting every day, both here and on my Instagram, so definitely check back each day to see the theme and the mask I chose to support it!

First up in the challenge is Smitten, AKA New Mask Love. I've fallen in love with quite a few masks in recent weeks and months, but there's one that has definitely stood out from the rest -- and that's the Clarins SOS Hydra Refreshing Hydration Mask.

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Salon and Spa Directory: Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts

If you're ever looking for an oasis in the middle of hectic, crazy LA (okay, maybe not that hectic and crazy, but it IS still a big city), look no further than Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts. I've long been a fan of Kate Somerville products -- stemming all the way back to 2008 -- and, about eight months ago, I finally decided to pop into the spa for a facial.

Well, fast forward to today. I not only went for one facial, I've gone back every month! I even signed up for their Skin Gym Membership, which means I get monthly facials for $33 less than the non-member price -- Skin Gym is an AMAZING deal and totally worth it if you want regular facials! Here are all the reasons why I'm obsessed with Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts -- and why I'm pretty sure you will be, too.

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