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Kat Von D Lolita Lip Duo for Holiday 2015

Kat Von D Lolita Lip Duo for Holiday 2015

Discover Kat Von D’s iconic shade that revamped the classic, neutral lip—along with a brighter version for a bolder look. These mini Everlasting Liquid Lipsticks include the most wanted lip color, Lolita, in the hard-to-find original chestnut rose, and Lolita II, in a terra cotta nude hue....

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Month in Review | September 2015

Month in Review | September 2015

Here's a look at the top 25 products reviewed in the month of September, plus a summary of how many products and brands were reviewed and a break out of ratings! :)

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Dior Blazing (631) DiorShow Fusion Mono

Dior Blazing (631) DiorShow Fusion Mono ($31.00 for 0.22 oz.) is a sparkling, soft champagne gold with warm undertones and a frosted sheen. Bobbi Brown Sunlight Gold (P, $28.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar). Tarte Golden Locket (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Kitties (PiP, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Pink Glow #2 (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar). Too Faced Nude Beam (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). Maybelline Beige-ing Beauty (85) (LE, $6.99) is warmer (85% similar). Lancome Eternal Gold (P, $24.50) is warmer (85% similar). Tarte Baby It's Gold Outside (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar). L'Oreal Gold Imperial (LE, $7.99) is warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Crimper (LE, $6.00) is lighter, more pigmented (85% similar). L'Oreal Eternal Sunshine (P, $7.99) is warmer (85% similar). MAC Retrospeck (P, $17.00) is warmer (85% similar). Tarte Vivacious (LE, ) is lighter, brighter, more pigmented (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Dior Blazing (631) DiorShow Fusion Mono ($31.00 for 0.22 oz.) is a sparkling, soft champagne gold with warm...

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Bite Beauty Kir Royale Luminous Creme Lipstick

Bite Beauty Kir Royale Luminous Creme Lipstick ($36.00 for 0.15 oz.) is described as a "bold wine/berry." It's a bold, medium-dark pinky-red with very subtle ruby micro-shimmer and a natural sheen. Estee Lauder Thrilling (P, $32.00) is darker (95% similar). MAC By Special Order (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Emma (LE, $36.00) is lighter (90% similar). NARS Vera (P, $34.00) is more muted (90% similar). Smashbox Red Rage (P, $21.00) is lighter, more muted (95% similar). Bite Beauty #009 (LE, $36.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar). Bite Beauty #012 (LE, $36.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Maybelline Rich Ruby (P, $7.99) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Roxo (LE, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Bite Beauty Winterberry (DC, $24.00) is lighter (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Leonardo (P, $36.00) is brighter, warmer (85% similar). Besame American Beauty 1945 (P, $22.00) is brighter (90% similar). MAC Bloodstone (LE, $19.00) is darker (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Bite Beauty Kir Royale Luminous Creme Lipstick ($36.00 for 0.15 oz.) is described as a "bold wine/berry." It's a...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #311

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #311

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul: philosophy shower gels (a Christmas set), Jack Black holiday lip balm set, Lavanila deodorant holiday set!
  • Weekend plans: Getting back into the swing of things! Check out the local farmers' market.
  • What's your favorite autumn tradition?: Hot apple cider or...

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MAC Love Joy Mineralize Blush

MAC Love Joy Mineralize Blush ($27.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "warm mid-toen brown with gold pearl." It's a muted, medium-dark brown with subtle reddish tones and soft, gold shimmer. MAC Pleasure Model (LE, $31.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar). NARS Takeover (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). NARS Liberation (Right) (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Chanel Canaille (89) (LE, $45.00) is warmer (90% similar). Chanel Elegance (370) (P, $45.00) is cooler (90% similar). Chanel Jersey (80) (P, $45.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Glow With It (P, $42.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Guerlain #02 (P, $53.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Cheek Pollen (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Tint (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). NARS Summer Dual Intensity Blush IV (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). MAC Sweet As Cocoa (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Perfectly Lit (LE, $34.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). NARS Cheek Studio III (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). theBalm Balm Desert (P, $21.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Patrick Ta She's So LA (Powder) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Love Joy Mineralize Blush ($27.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "warm mid-toen brown with gold pearl." ...

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If you could only wear buy from one brand for a year, what brand would you pick?

If you could only wear buy from one brand for a year, what brand would you pick?

Oooh, that is tough!! Probably Urban Decay (lots of releases of generally good quality) or Tom Ford.

— Christine

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Dior Luxurious Beige Illuminating Pressed Powder

Dior Luxurious Beige Illuminating Pressed Powder ($82.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a light, yellowed beige with fine gold shimmer. Dior Cosmopolite (LE, $45.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Chanel Jardin de Camelias (LE, $80.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight (Sahara) (PiP, $44.00) is darker (90% similar). Hourglass Surreal Light (LE, $48.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Guerlain Perles des Neiges (LE, $80.00) is lighter, less pigmented (90% similar). Sephora Light Beam (02) (P, $14.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty The Afternooner (Highlighter) (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Fair (1) (P, $44.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight (P, $44.00) is more shimmery, lighter, better quality (90% similar). Hourglass Euphoric Strobe Light (LE, $40.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Milani Luster Light (P, $12.99) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Hourglass Brilliant Strobe Light (P, $40.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Becca Luminary (1) (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Too Chic (LE, $22.00) is lighter (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Dior Luxurious Beige Illuminating Pressed Powder ($82.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a light, yellowed beige with fine gold shimmer. Dior Cosmopolite (LE, $45.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Chanel Jardin de Camelias (LE, $80.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight (Sahara) (PiP, $44.00) is darker (90% similar). Hourglass Surreal Light (LE, $48.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Guerlain Perles des Neiges (LE, $80.00) is lighter, less pigmented (90% similar). Sephora Light Beam (02) (P, $14.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty The Afternooner (Highlighter) (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Fair (1) (P, $44.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight (P, $44.00) is more shimmery, lighter, better quality (90% similar). Hourglass Euphoric Strobe Light (LE, $40.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Milani Luster Light (P, $12.99) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Hourglass Brilliant Strobe Light (P, $40.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Becca Luminary (1) (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Too Chic (LE, $22.00) is lighter (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

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Sneak Peek: NARS One Shocking Moment Blush Palette Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: NARS One Shocking Moment Blush Palette Photos & Swatches

NARS One Shocking Moment Blush Palette ($69.00 for 1.01 oz.) includes a highlighting/contour duo, bronzer, and four blushes. Two of the blushes are new and exclusive to the palette, while all of the other shades are part of NARS' permanent range. Full review to...

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