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This afternoon I received the most lovely surprise–a package from one of my very own readers. Tanya, a regular reader, and her son, Jacob, hand crafted me a cat-girl-doll (I’m gonna that is so utterly adorable. She has long eyelashes, pink lips, and even purple eyeshadow (is this not perfect for the blog?). There was also a handmade makeup bag in an olive green velvety fabric with a floral print inside. It feels absolutely luxe because of the outside fabric, and so durable because of the thickness and quality of the craft. I have already started using it, because well, I couldn’t resist, I adore it.  Tanya also included a bath bomb from LUSH in All That Jasmine, which I cannot wait to use (it’ll be my first LUSH bath!).

Because of her generosity, I cannot help but share photos of the special handmade gifts she sent my way and thank her publicly for her efforts and thoughtfulness. It was truly an unexpected gesture and gift, and I cannot begin to express my appreciation and thankfulness. I started tearing up as soon as I realized who it was from and why I had a package from her!  She reminded me of what makes the holidays such an amazing time of the year–it is a time when people spread love, good wishes, and maintain a spirit of holiday cheer.

THANK YOU TANYA & JACOB!

From around the Splendicity community, comes the best posts of the week.

BEAUTY
Beauty and Fashion Tech has Great Beauty Books for Holiday Gifts.
Viva Woman checks out what’s the correct sunblock dosage to get sufficient coverage.
Beauty Secrets Revealed is Running A Christmas Contest.
Ellen from Spa Beautifully is curious about Intraceuticals Rejuvenation Infusion facial that is now being offered in Toronto.

Still looking for more? Check out some great links to fashion & shopping blogs! Continue reading →

Don’t miss out on these fun-filled posts here at Temptalia from the past week…

Features

• We’ll show you how to get Paris Hilton’s sexy gray smoky eye.
• Want to get Avril Lavigne’s yellow and gray smoky eye, sure thing!
• A quick, fun interview with Juli, a makeup artist, makes a great easy read.
• Temptalia’s Holiday Gift Guide — The Best Friend, The All Beauty Mom, The Amazing Father,
• Stefanie shares her smoky brown look with us.
• Make sure you participate in our Readers’ Choice Awards!

MAC Cosmetics

• Temptalia attends MAC’s The Stylistics party and has some fun.
• We fall in love with The Stylistics collection, and we tell you why in our review (and show you why in our photos and swatches).

Reviews

• Escada’s Moon Sparkle fragrance is yet another winner.
• Estee Lauder’s Projectionist mascara proves to be good, but not great.
• Clinique’s Rinse Off Eye Makeup Solvent provides clean without the grease.
• DuWop’s Mini Lip Venom Trio #2 is a hit for DuWop Lip Venom lovers.
• Clinique’s Superdefense Triple Action Moisturizer proves worthy, despite a bit of user-error.
• John Masters Organics Antioxidant Day Creme might be great for organic fans, but not a fave for Temptalia.
• Hugo Boss’ XX fragrance is classy and sophisticated–we adored it!
• DuWop’s Moon Venom is a twist on their original Lip Venom–more sheen, more plump.
• Estee Lauder’s Lash XL falls short–literally–of the mark.
• Beat dry, winter hands with Gloves In a Bottle, a shielding lotion.
• Keep your face soft and supple with Clinique’s Dramatically Different Lotion.
• Clinique’s High Impact mascara is a sure-fire winner for dramatic lashes.

Catch up on your beauty blogosphere reading, too, with several great posts from the Beauty Blog Network. Continue reading →

I’m pleased to announce that Temptalia has partnered with TotalBeauty.com, and we encourage you to join their private debut. They launch to the general public December 6th, but you can still join and get a taste of this brand new beauty site that gives independent advice and reviews to you.

Hey dolls!

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As we near the end of the year, we want to see what were the best products of 2007, and who better than to tell us than our very own readers? Take our survey and give your favorite products some love! We encourage all of our readers to help us come up with a truly representative list of products loved by Temptalia readers.

TEMPTALIA’S READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2007, VOTE NOW!

Quick FAQ:

• If you don’t have an answer, feel free to state that, “I hated all the mascaras I tried this year!”
• Please only give one answer per question. If you can’t pick between your two favorites, how can you expect us to?
• Question confusing? Don’t be afraid to ask for clarification, or just answer to the best of your knowledge. This isn’t a test, you aren’t being graded!
• One survey per person (duplicates will be deleted).
• These are your answers–this means put what you feel is the best/worst, whether it is a drugstore or high-end brand.

What better way than increase participation by offering prizes? We’ll be doing random giveaways to those who fill out a survey! How will I know it’s you? Answer the last question (#20), and at the end of your answer, put: “PICK ME! [insert your email address].” You must do this to be entered–no exceptions this time around!

TEMPTALIA’S READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2007, VOTE NOW!

I appreciate everyone who enters! Thank you so much for your participation, in advance!