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This Week’s Sales for August 31st, 2015

This Week’s Sales for August 31st, 2015

Cash Back/Rebates

When you join one of the below websites, you can earn cash back on orders made at thousands of retailers.  For example, if you place a $50 order at a retailer with 10% cash back, you'll receive $5 in cash back.   Below you'll find the best beauty-related retailers to earn cash...

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What beauty trends have you tried that you’ve had to admit just don’t work for you?

What beauty trends have you tried that you’ve had to admit just don’t work for you?

What beauty trends have you tried that you’ve had to admit just don’t work for you? Share!

I like super mattes on other people, but I'm not a huge fan of matte lips on myself with a few exceptions - I will almost always opt for something with some shine! I love a satiny matte, though.

Thanks to...

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MAC Everybody's Talking, Push Some Buttons, Flash Drive Vamplify Lipglosses

5 Faves: Autumn-Hued Eyeshadows (Cool-Toned Edition)

5 Faves: Autumn-Hued Eyeshadows (Cool-Toned Edition)

Autumn doesn't have to mean only warm-toned eyeshadows--there are cooler hues found during the season. Try this these types of colors for a smokier vibe instead:

  1. Makeup Geek Rockstar -- an iridescent beige
  2. Makeup Geek High Wire -- a bright, silvery-purple
  3. Make Up For Ever S556 -- a medium taupe
  4. MAC Fathoms...

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MAC Burnt Pepper Blush

MAC Burnt Pepper Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "warm rich terracotta." It's a medium-dark reddish-copper with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. MAC Flirting with Danger (P, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Hidden Treasure (LE, $24.00) is darker (90% similar). NARS Vengeful (Right) (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Milani Bronze Burst #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Milani Bronze Burst #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). MAC A Little Lusty (LE, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Chanel Rouge Profond (320) (P, $45.00) is cooler (85% similar). Zoeva Underneath the Gold (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar). NARS Savage (P, $30.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Dior Galactic Red (826) (LE, $48.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). MAC Taraji Glow (LE, $34.00) is darker, more muted (80% similar). NYX Crimson (P, $6.50) is lighter, brighter (80% similar). Bite Beauty Almond (P, $24.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar). Pat McGrath Paradise Venus (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, darker (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Burnt Pepper Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "warm rich terracotta." It's a medium-dark reddish-copper with warm...

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Have you ever given a compliment to a stranger about their makeup?

Have you ever given a compliment to a stranger about their makeup?

Have you ever given a compliment to a stranger about their makeup? Share!

I try to do this frequently (but I only do it when I mean it, of course), because I don't think people compliment each other enough.

Thanks to Lulle for today's questions! Do you have a question idea? Submit yours here.

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MAC Spanking Haute, Tuned In, Hyper-Fabulous Vamplify Lipglosses

Shades Reviewed

MAC Spanking Haute Vamplify Lipgloss
Spanking Haute
B-

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MAC Tuned In Vamplify Lipgloss
Tuned In
A-

Limited Edition

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MAC Hyper-Fabulous Vamplify Lipgloss
Hyper-Fabulous
A

Limited Edition

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