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MAC I'm a Lover Pro Longwear Blush

MAC I'm a Lover Pro Longwear Blush ($26.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a "pink." It's a light-medium, cool-toned pink with blue undertones and a satin finish. Tarte Whimsy (LE, $26.00) is brighter, darker. Makeup Geek Head Over Heels (P, $9.99) is brighter. Dior Rose (001) (LE,...

MAC I'm a Lover Pro Longwear Blush ($26.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a "pink." It's a light-medium, cool-toned pink with blue undertones and a...

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5 Great Brown Eyeshadows Under $10

5 Great Brown Eyeshadows Under $10

What are your favorite budget-friendly brown eyeshadows?  I'd love to hear about your personal favorites and recommendations.  Here are five of mine:

  1. Makeup Geek Barcelona Beach -- a medium brown with a semi-matte finish
  2. Maybelline Downtown Brown -- a shimmery bronze
  3. Inglot #422 -- a shimmery, deep brown
  4. theBalm...

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Sneak Peek: NYX Wicked Lippies Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: NYX Wicked Lippies Photos & Swatches

NYX Wicked Lippies ($6.00 for 0.15 oz.) launched recently! I'm testing them now, but here's a little sneak peek. :) See any you like?

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Becca Launches Champagne Gold & Spotlights for Holiday 2014

Becca Launches Champagne Gold & Spotlights for Holiday 2014

Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed ($38.00)

  • Champagne Gold Soft warm gold

Shimmering Skin Perfector Spotlights ($25.00)

Let your features shine wherever you go. Define and highlight with portable Shimmering Skin Perfector Spotlights. This formula features ultra-fine...

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What's your favorite retailer to shop for beauty products in person?

What's your favorite retailer to shop for beauty products in person?

What's your favorite retailer to shop for beauty products in person? Why do you prefer one over another? Share!

Nordstrom, because there's enough variety that I don't get overwhelmed, and since I have a credit card with them, I get the rewards.

Thanks to reader Toni for today's question idea Do you have...

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Gucci Fume Magnetic Color Shadow Duo

Gucci Fumé Magnetic Color Shadow Duo ($49.00 for 0.09 oz.) is a nice pairing of colors, though it's not knock-your-socks-off quality, and at this price point, you should love what you're buying. The formula is described as "saturated with...

Gucci Fumé Magnetic Color Shadow Duo ($49.00 for 0.09 oz.) is a nice pairing of colors, though it's not...

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5 Beautiful Fuchsia Lipsticks Under $10

5 Beautiful Fuchsia Lipsticks Under $10

You don't have to spend a lot to add a really great fuchsia lipstick to your stash! Here are a few of my favorites :) I'd love to hear yours!

  1. Fyrinnae Sexy Nerd -- a gold-shimmered fuchsia pink
  2. Revlon Lollipop -- a glossy fuchsia pink
  3. NYX Pink Lyric -- a pop of muted fuchsia pink
  4. Milani Violet Volt -- a...

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Sneak Peek: Benefit Cheeky Sweet Spot Box O' Blushes Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: Benefit Cheeky Sweet Spot Box O' Blushes Photos & Swatches

Benefit Cheeky Sweet Spot Box O' Blushes ($36.00 for 1.08 oz.) includes six powder blushes and a cream highlighter--all shades from Benefit's permanent line-up in a metal tin. A few of these I haven't tested in a long time, so now seems like a good time to...

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How to you prevent your nail polish from chipping?

How to you prevent your nail polish from chipping?

How to you prevent your nail polish from chipping? Share!

Finding the right base/top coat combination can sometimes be key, if you're having trouble!

Thanks to reader Toni for today's question idea Do you have a question idea? Submit yours here.

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