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If you stopped buying makeup today, what would you run out of first?

If you stopped buying makeup today, what would you run out of first?

If you stopped buying makeup today, what would you run out of first? Last? I would run out of skincare or foundation first--I don't have many moisturizers with SPF in them, so I could see that being a crisis. I think I have enough eyeshadow to last me at least ten lifetimes. :)

Thanks to Lorrie for...

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Makeup Geek Corrupt, Country Girl, Dirty Martini Eyeshadows

Shades Reviewed

Makeup Geek Corrupt Eyeshadow
Corrupt
A

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Makeup Geek Country Girl Eyeshadow
Country Girl
A

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Makeup Geek Dirty Martini Eyeshadow
Dirty Martini
B+

Discontinued

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Paul & Joe Beaute Once Upon a Time (081) Lipstick CS

Once Upon a Time (081) is described as a "bright and bold pumpkin shade, reminiscent of Cinderella's carriage." It's a slightly lightened medium orange with warm, yellow and orange undertones and a soft shine. It had mostly opaque color coverage, and it wore well for four...

Once Upon a Time (081) is described as a "bright and bold pumpkin shade, reminiscent of Cinderella's carriage." It's a slightly lightened medium...

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Limited Edition
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5 Must-Have Burgundy Lipsticks

5 Must-Have Burgundy Lipsticks

Reader Rashmi requested a top five of burgundy lipsticks, and I have to say, finding a really lovely burgundy lip color that's permanent is difficult. It seems to be a favorite hue to go-to for limited edition collections, though.

  1. OCC Black Dahlia -- is a deep, dark burgundy with a hint of brown that...

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Paul & Joe Beaute Glossy Lip Color

Carnaval (06) is a brightened, medium pink with subtle warm undertones and a cream finish. On lips, it appears more muted than it did when swatched on the skin. It had semi-opaque color coverage with noticeable translucency all-over. I wish it had applied more evenly;...

Carnaval (06) is a brightened, medium pink with subtle warm undertones and a cream finish. On lips, it appears more muted than it did when swatched on...

B
Permanent
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If you only had time to apply makeup to one part of your face, what part would it be?

If you only had time to apply makeup to one part of your face, what part would it be?

If you only had time to apply makeup to one part of your face, what part would it be? Like eyes, under eyes, lips, etc. Brows! They usually add a lot when they're defined/filled-in. If not brows, then I would say face (like foundation + finishing powder).

Thanks to Maja for today's question! Do you...

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Maybelline Nude Illusion, Caramel Infused, Blush Essence Color Elixir Lip Colors

Tom Ford Seductive Rose Eye Color Quad

Tom Ford Seductive Rose Eye Color Quad ($78.00 for 0.35 oz.) consists of four shades--a light pink, medium pink, mauve, and darker plum.  Though at a glance, it seemed like a cool-toned palette, it almost leans somewhat warm.  I think it's on the fence such that cooler...

Tom Ford Seductive Rose Eye Color Quad ($78.00 for 0.35 oz.) consists of four shades--a light pink, medium pink, mauve, and darker plum.  Though at a...

B+
Permanent
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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #213

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #213

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:  Received my philosophy order from last week (Gingerbread Man (6 oz), Almonds & Cream, Barely Glazed, Cranberry Twirl, Golden Butter Candy, White Cranberry, Granny's Homemade Apple Pie, Mulled Wine, and Raspberry Glazed).  I ended up placing a Bath & Body...

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