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theBalm Houndstooth Instain Long-Wearing Blush

theBalm Houndstooth Instain Long-Wearing Staining Powder Blush ($22.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as a "mauve." It's a medium-dark pink-plum with a satin finish. For a plum, it's quite pink and lighter than the typical plum blush. Bobbi Brown Summer Pink is pinker, brighter. Tom...

theBalm Houndstooth Instain Long-Wearing Staining Powder Blush ($22.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as a "mauve." It's a medium-dark pink-plum with a...

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Have ever hunted down a discontinued/limited edition shade?

Have ever hunted down a discontinued/limited edition shade?

Have ever hunted down a discontinued/sold-out limited edition shade? What lengths did you have to go to? Was it worth it?

MAC Marisheeno is permanent in Asia (I'm not sure if it still is), but I had someone buy like five of them for me, because at the time, it was perfect for me. I also had someone...

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How-to Make Makeup Last in the Heat - Tips & Tricks

How-to Make Makeup Last in the Heat - Tips & Tricks

Makeup & Beauty Tips on How-to Make Makeup Last in the Heat

Share your best tips and tricks for making your makeup outlast the heat!  Feel free to share your experiences, how you mastered techniques, or what you struggle with.

My Tips

  1. I like primer to help give any foundation or product used on the...

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Round-up: Urban Decay Holiday 2013 Collection

Round-up: Urban Decay Holiday 2013 Collection

In case you missed it, Urban Decay's Holiday 2013 Collection features various kits, palettes, sets, and a few new products to round out the upcoming holiday season. Everything launches officially tomorrow at urbandecay.com. The Anarchy Face Case is exclusive to Sephora, while the Naked Illuminated...

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What beauty product has been the hardest to find a holy grail of?

What beauty product has been the hardest to find a holy grail of?

What beauty product has been the hardest to find a holy grail of? How long did it take? If you haven't found it, how long has it taken so far?

It's a toss up between foundation and skincare (generally). I feel like finding a good formula of foundation isn't so hard but finding the right shade is. ...

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Urban Decay Shattered Face Case

Urban Decay Shattered Face Case ($44.00 for 0.43 oz.) includes five eyeshadows, one lip color, one eyeliner, two blushes, and one highlighter. Each eyeshadow is 0.03 oz., each blush is 0.05 oz., the highlighter is 0.05 oz., Super-Saturated High Gloss Lip Color is 0.10 oz.,...

Urban Decay Shattered Face Case ($44.00 for 0.43 oz.) includes five eyeshadows, one lip color, one eyeliner, two blushes, and one highlighter. Each...

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Urban Decay Ocho Loco 2 24-7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Set

Urban Decay Ocho Loco 2 24-7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Sets ($59.00 for 8 x 0.04 oz.) contains eight, full-sized eyeliners. There are five new (and exclusive) shades as well as three from permanent range included. The set has a total value of $162, as there are eight, full-sized...

Urban Decay Ocho Loco 2 24-7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Sets ($59.00 for 8 x 0.04 oz.) contains eight, full-sized eyeliners. There are five new (and...

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Urban Decay Anarchy Face Case

Urban Decay Anarchy Face Case ($44.00 for 0.43 oz.) includes five eyeshadows, one lip color, one eyeliner, two blushes, and one highlighter. Each eyeshadow is 0.03 oz., each blush is 0.05 oz., the highlighter is 0.05 oz., Super-Saturated High Gloss Lip Color is 0.10 oz., and...

Urban Decay Anarchy Face Case ($44.00 for 0.43 oz.) includes five eyeshadows, one lip color, one eyeliner, two blushes, and one highlighter. Each...

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