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5 Bright Red Lipsticks to Try This Summer

5 Bright Red Lipsticks to Try This Summer

The brightest reds in town: your cherry reds, your fire engine reds. Take your pick! :) Check out swatches of these shades here in the Swatch Gallery.

  1. Estee Lauder Vengeful Red --a potent, cool-toned red
  2. Urban Decay 69 -- a rich, satin red
  3. Maybelline On Fire Red -- a bold, bluish red
  4. Giorgio Armani #402 --...

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Josie Maran Timeless Coral Argan Infinity Lip and Cheek Creamy Oil

Josie Maran Timeless Coral Argan Infinity Lip and Cheek Creamy Oil ($18.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "vibrant warm coral." It's a muted, medium coral with warm, reddish undertones and a glossy finish. NARS Stella (P, $26.00) is...

Josie Maran Timeless Coral Argan Infinity Lip and Cheek Creamy Oil ($18.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a...

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NYX Apple Strudel, Cherry Cheesecake, Maple Blondie Butter Glosses

How would you describe your makeup style?

How would you describe your makeup style?

How would you describe your makeup style? Share!

I like to think of it as "wearable." I don't mean that in a "just neutrals, please" kind of way, only that I try to wear any color in a way that I feel comfortable wearing. I'll still wear all brights on the eyes or mix bold eyes and lips together,...

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NYX Powder Blush Swatches (Part 2)

NYX Powder Blush Swatches (Part 2)

NYX Powder Blush ($5.99 for 0.14 oz.) comes in 27 shades (at least, that's what I counted on their website), and I recently purchased 12 shades to swatch and (possibly) review. Not sure when/if I'll have a chance to review all of them, but I know I'll have a few reviews, at least. I can, however,...

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5 Bright Coral Lipsticks to Try This Summer

5 Bright Coral Lipsticks to Try This Summer

How about a pop of vibrant coral on your lips this summer? Here are a few of my favorites... Check out swatches here in the Swatch Gallery.

  1. Maybelline Shocking Coral -- medium-dark, pink-coral
  2. Givenchy Rose Dressing --a bright pop of, light-medium coral-pink
  3. Guerlain Geneva --a brightened orange-coral
  4. Estee...

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MAC x Proenza Schouler Nail Lacquers

Shades Reviewed

MAC Bougainvillea Nail Lacquer
Bougainvillea
A

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MAC Dayflower Nail Lacquer
Dayflower
A-

Limited Edition

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MAC Thimbleweed Nail Lacquer
Thimbleweed
B

Limited Edition

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Guerlain Terracotta Sun Celebration Bronzing Powder & Blush Launches

Guerlain Terracotta Sun Celebration Bronzing Powder & Blush Launches

Terracotta Sun Celebration Bronzing Powder & Blush ($76.00) (Limited Edition)

Guerlain is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its iconic product with a truly dazzling bronzing powder, Terracotta Sun Celebration. A bronzing powder and blush...

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Have you ever had to hide your love for makeup?

Have you ever had to hide your love for makeup?

Have you ever had to hide your love for makeup? Share!

I'm very lucky to have such a supportive network of friends & family! When I first started wearing makeup, I was obsessed, and everyone in my family knew it! I didn't feel like I had to hide it at all.

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