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Guerlain Meteorites Voyage Enchante Illuminating Matte Powder

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Guerlain Meteorites Voyage Enchante Illuminating Matte Powder

Guerlain Meteorites Voyage Enchante Illuminating Matte Powder ($179.00 for 0.28 oz.) is supposed to mattify the skin while "instantly blur[ring] the appearance of small imperfections." Guerlain says to apply it "over foundation to set it." The powder has the brand's...

Guerlain Meteorites Voyage Enchante Illuminating Matte Powder ($179.00 for 0.28 oz.) is supposed to mattify the skin while "instantly blur[ring] the...

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MAC Frankly Scarlet Blush

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MAC Frankly Scarlet Powder Blush

MAC Frankly Scarlet Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "vivid rose-red [with a matte finish]." It's a bright, medium red with subtle, warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. MAC Red Envy (LE, $24.00) is darker (95% similar). MAC Oh My! (LE, $24.00) is warmer (95% similar). MAC Apple Red (P, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Never Say Never (P, $16.00) is cooler (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Sanguine (P, $15.50) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). Bite Beauty Mochi (P, $24.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (90% similar). Coloured Raine Prove My Loyalty (Blush) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Viseart Coral #3 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). NARS Queen (LE, $30.00) is lighter, more muted, cooler (85% similar). Rare Beauty Grateful (P, $23.00) is less shimmery, cooler, glossier (85% similar). NYX Crimson (P, $6.50) is warmer (85% similar). Chanel Rouge Profond (320) (P, $45.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). MAC All Year Red (LE, ) is warmer (80% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Sunset #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Frankly Scarlet Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "vivid rose-red [with a matte finish]." It's a bright, medium red with...

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MAC Evening Rendezvous Lipstick

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MAC Evening Rendezvous Lipstick

MAC Evening Rendezvous Lipstick ($18.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "deep reddish purple [with a Matte finish]." It's a muted, medium-dark purple with warm pink tones and a semi-matte finish. MAC Hey, Boy, Hey! (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar). MAC Dancing Flowers (LE, $19.00) is darker, less glossy (95% similar). ColourPop Back Up (P, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar). Sephora Tender Love (55) (P, $14.00) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Candy Stripper (P, $26.00) is darker (90% similar). Sephora Very Vintage (87) (P, $14.00) is darker (90% similar). Makeup Geek Tomboy (P, $12.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar). Bite Beauty #010 (LE, $36.00) is lighter, brighter, glossier (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Saboteur (Left) (LE, ) is darker, brighter (85% similar). Urban Decay Crank (P, $18.00) is cooler, less glossy (85% similar). NARS Silvia (P, $34.00) is lighter, brighter, glossier (85% similar). KVD Beauty Susperia (P, $20.00) is darker, cooler, less glossy (85% similar). ColourPop Viper (DC, $6.50) is darker, warmer (80% similar). KVD Beauty L.U.V. (P, $20.00) is brighter, cooler, less glossy (90% similar). Urban Decay Bittersweet (DC, $22.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). MAC Up the Amp (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, glossier (80% similar). Pat McGrath Antidote (LE, $38.00) is darker (80% similar). MAC RiRi Boy (LE, $19.00) is lighter, less glossy (80% similar). Burberry Brilliant Violet (P, $34.00) is brighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Evening Rendezvous Lipstick ($18.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "deep reddish purple [with a Matte...

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If you could only use seven products for seven days, what would you pick to use?

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Make Up For Ever Holiday 2015 15 Artist Shadow Palette
Make Up For Ever Holiday 2015 15 Artist Shadow Palette
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If you could only use seven products for seven days, what would you pick to use?

1. Guerlain Lingerie de Peau Foundation 2. Urban Decay Naked Loose Setting Powder 3. Anastasia Dipbrow 4. MAC In Extra Dimension Lash Mascara 5. Make Up For Ever 15 Artist Palette 6. Tom Ford Love Lust Blush 7. Guerlain Gillian Rouge G Lipstick

— Christine

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Bobbi Brown Retro Red, Red Velvet, Parisian Red Luxe Lip Colors

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Bobbi Brown Retro Red Luxe Lip Color (Discontinued)
Retro Red
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Red Velvet
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Bobbi Brown Parisian Red Luxe Lip Color (Discontinued)
Parisian Red
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Bobbi Brown Retro Red, Red Velvet, Parisian Red Luxe Lip Colors
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Bobbi Brown Retro Red, Red Velvet, Parisian Red Luxe Lip Colors

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Rant & Rave: Gold Eyeshadow

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Gucci Beauty Azalea Magnetic Color Shadow Duo
Gucci Beauty Azalea Magnetic Color Shadow Duo
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Rant & Rave: Gold Eyeshadow

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Gold Eyeshadow

I think gold can be really brightening, both on the innter tear duct as well as on the center of the lid, flanked by darker shades. I wish there were more pewter-y/antique golds that were permanent available, as the typical yellow gold doesn’t always work for everyone.

— Christine

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ColourPop Show Me, Get Paid, Dirty Talk Creme Gel Liner & Colours

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ColourPop Show Me Crème Gel Liner
Show Me
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ColourPop Get Paid Crème Gel Liner
Get Paid
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ColourPop Show Me, Get Paid, Dirty Talk Creme Gel Liner & Colours

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Makeup Geek Sorbet, Mirage, Morocco, Cherry Cola, Americano Eyeshadows

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Makeup Geek Sorbet, Mirage, Morocco, Cherry Cola, Americano Eyeshadows
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Makeup Geek Sorbet, Mirage, Morocco, Cherry Cola, Americano Eyeshadows

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This Week’s Sales for October 26th, 2015

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This Week’s Sales for October 26th, 2015
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This Week’s Sales for October 26th, 2015

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What's your current nail care routine?

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Chanel Rose Fusion (757) Le Vernis Nail Colour
Chanel Rose Fusion (757) Le Vernis Nail Colour
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What's your current nail care routine?

Practically nothing right now! I’m trying to moisturize my hands a bit more, as they really took a beating during the move, but I am very, very lucky to have naturally strong nails (not a single nail broke, not a single nail chipped!) — the cuticles/skin around the nails is just soooo dry right...

— Christine

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