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Giorgio Armani Daybreak (503) Cheek Fabric Blush

Giorgio Armani Daybreak (503) Cheek Fabric Blush ($46.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a dusty, muted, medium rosy pink with a soft micro-sparkle and satin finish. Divergent Misty Rose (LE) is darker, more matte. Tarte Elevated (LE, $26.00) is more muted. Tarina...

Giorgio Armani Daybreak (503) Cheek Fabric Blush ($46.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a dusty, muted, medium rosy pink with...

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This Week’s Sales for March 24th, 2014

This Week’s Sales for March 24th, 2014

Deal Sites/Rebates

  • EBATES:  Sheer Cover (25%), Pur Minerals (10%), Elizabeth Arden (9%)
  • FAB: --
  • GILT: --
  • HAUTELOOK: Butter London (3/24), ME! Bath (3/24), LORAC (3/25), Lashem (3/25)
  • MR. REBATES:  Proactiv (30%), Sheer Cover (30%), WEN (25%), Murad (15%), Oscar Blandi (15%), Kiehl's (10%), Origins...

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What's your favorite type of color cosmetic to apply?

What's your favorite type of color cosmetic to apply?

What's your favorite type of color cosmetic to apply? Lipstick? Eyeshadow? Blush?

It's between eyeliner and lipstick - eyeliner, because it's such an easy way to add color to a look, and lipstick can dramatically change the attitude of a look!

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NARS Gienah Contour Blush

NARS Gienah Contour Blush ($42.00 for 0.28 oz.) features a highlight and contour shade, and they're supposed to add "natural-looking dimension for the face with a lightweight luminous finish."  This is the third and final option in the...

NARS Gienah Contour Blush ($42.00 for 0.28 oz.) features a highlight and contour shade, and they're supposed to...

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Sunday Link Love, Volume #181

Sunday Link Love, Volume #181

Happy Sunday!

Hope you're having a lovely weekend! :) It's been fairly low-key here at HQ... we had dinner at my parents' house and watched Jurassic Park 3D yesterday. We'll be running our usual errands (groceries!) and grabbing brunch today. I'm really a creature of habit, I suppose!

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Tarte Flush Amazonian Clay Blush

Tarte Flush Amazonian Clay Blush ($26.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as a "pinkish berry." It's a light-medium, cool-toned pink with a satin finish. Make Up For Ever #210 (P, $26.00) is a cream product. Urban Decay Blush (P) is lighter. Clinique...

Tarte Flush Amazonian Clay Blush ($26.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as a "pinkish berry." It's a light-medium,...

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How do you feel about sticky lipgloss?

How do you feel about sticky lipgloss?

How do you feel about sticky lipgloss? Zero tolerance policy? The stickier the better?

As long as it's not really thick and really sticky, I can handle it. I prefer non-sticky in general, but I'll take a little tackiness in exchange for longer wear!

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MAC Eyeshadow Swatches: Golds & Yellows

MAC Eyeshadow Swatches: Golds & Yellows

Happy Swatch Saturday!  Today, I'm bringing you photos and swatches of five current (permanent!) shades of MAC's yellow and gold-hued eyeshadows, plus two (somewhat) recently discontinued shades (Bright Sunshine, you will be missed!)  Any favorites?  Are any of these must-haves for you?  What...

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5 Gorgeous Purple Eyeshadows

5 Gorgeous Purple Eyeshadows

I love purple eyeshadow!  It's such a great shade to use on the outer lid or crease when paired with golds, pinks, corals, and aquas.  These are five of my current top picks for anyone on the hunt for a fun purple eyeshadow to try!  (You can see them all here in the Swatch Gallery.)  What are your...

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