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Edward Bess Filled with Desire Blush Extraordinaire

Edward Bess Filled with Desire Blush Extraordinaire ($43.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a "pale pink." It's a lightened pink with subtle warm undertones and a satiny sheen. MAC Stay Pretty is darker. MAC Rosy Outlook is slightly warmer. MAC...

Edward Bess Filled with Desire Blush Extraordinaire ($43.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a "pale pink." It's a...

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How to Grow Your Nails Out - Tips and Tricks

How to Grow Your Nails Out - Tips and Tricks

Makeup & Beauty Tips on How to Grow Your Nails Out

Share your best tips and tricks for growing out your nails!  Feel free to share your experiences, how you mastered techniques, or what you struggle with.

Temptalia's Tips

  1. In the past, Sally Hansen's Hard as Nails worked well for me, but this was 10+...

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Guerlain Noir Volcanique (01) Khol Me Kajal Eyeliner

Guerlain Noir Volcanique (01) Khol Me Kajal Eyeliner ($37.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a mostly matte, medium-dark black with neutral undertones.  It's slightly darker than the average black eyeshadow but not as intense as the blackest black...

Guerlain Noir Volcanique (01) Khol Me Kajal Eyeliner ($37.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a mostly matte, medium-dark black...

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Cult Nails Kiss My Rose Bush Nail Lacquer

Cult Nails Kiss My Rose Bush Nail Lacquer ($12.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is a "classic pink ... [with] a modern twist ... [with a] wax finish." It's a medium pink with subtle warm undertones and a wax finish--so it's mostly matte, almost squishy-looking (like vinyl, rubber,...

Cult Nails Kiss My Rose Bush Nail Lacquer ($12.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is a "classic pink ... [with] a modern twist ... [with a] wax finish." It's a...

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Givenchy Rose Dressing (202) Le Rouge

Givenchy Rose Dressing (202) Le Rouge ($36.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "bright coral pink." It's a bold, brightened pink-coral with a luminous shine and a creamy finish. MAC Elegant Accent is warmer, less pink. MAC Watch Me Simmer is...

Givenchy Rose Dressing (202) Le Rouge ($36.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "bright coral pink." It's a bold,...

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What are your must-have beauty products for summer?

What are your must-have beauty products for summer?

What are your must-have beauty products for summer? Share!

Sunscreen (of course) for face and a separate one for body (I'm willing to go more expensive for face for consistency, but I'm less picky about body sunscreens!). Glowy highlighters. Coral blush and lipstick. Blue, teal, and green...

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theBalm Put a Lid On it Eyeshadow Primer

theBalm Put a Lid On it Eyeshadow Primer ($18.00 for 0.40 oz.) is a translucent eyeshadow primer that has a medium-thick, spreadable consistency that applies evenly and smoothly. It's supposed to help amplify your favorite eyeshadows as well as improve their staying power. ...

theBalm Put a Lid On it Eyeshadow Primer ($18.00 for 0.40 oz.) is a translucent eyeshadow primer that has a medium-thick, spreadable consistency that...

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Tom Ford Willful Lip Color Shine

Tom Ford Willful Lip Color Shine ($48.00 for 0.12 oz.) is brightened, medium-dark coral-red with warm undertones and a glossy shine. Chanel Amant is more matte, brighter. MAC Hibiscus is shimmery. Guerlain Rouge Sensuel is less pigmented. Guerlain...

Tom Ford Willful Lip Color Shine ($48.00 for 0.12 oz.) is brightened, medium-dark coral-red with warm undertones and...

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Rant & Rave: Blush and Cheek Stains

Rant & Rave: Blush and Cheek Stains

Share: Tell us what you love and hate about blush/cheek stains!

my answer: I feel like they so rarely look good paired with foundation, so you really have to have good skin naturally wear them and enjoy them!

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Revlon Cruise Collection ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick

Revlon Cruise Collection ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick ($9.99 for 0.09 oz.) is a medium, warm-toned coral with subtle golden copper shimmer. NARS Beautiful Liar is warmer, more orange. MAC Lady at Play is lighter. MAC Hibiscus is brighter. Guerlain Rouge Sensuel is redder. Guerlain...

Revlon Cruise Collection ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick ($9.99 for 0.09 oz.) is a medium, warm-toned coral with subtle golden copper shimmer. NARS...

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