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Dior Diablotine (643) Vernis Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer ($24.00 for 0.33 fl. oz.) is described as a "sparkling poppy red." It's a bold, bright red with warm, orange undertones and soft flecks of sparkle. MAC Vivid Effect is less shimmery and lighter. Dior...

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer ($24.00 for 0.33 fl. oz.) is described as a "sparkling poppy red." It's a...

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This Week’s Sales for June 3rd, 2013

This Week’s Sales for June 3rd, 2013

Deal Sites/Rebates

  • EBATES:  Sheer Cover (25%), SkinStore (10%), Walgreens (8%)
  • FAB: --
  • GILT: Quasar (6/3)
  • HAUTELOOK:  Urban Decay (6/3), Kitsch Hair Ties (6/4), Terax (6/4), Serge Normant (6/5), Diptyque (6/5)
  • IDEELI:  --
  • MR. REBATES:  Proactiv (30%), Sheer Cover (25%), WEN (25%), Murad (18%), Oscar...

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Do you prefer to shop at a brand's website or a major beauty retailer's website?

Do you prefer to shop at a brand's website or a major beauty retailer's website?

Do you prefer to shop at a brand's website or a major beauty retailer's website? Why?

It really just depends on who is going to have the best deal - whether that's through discount, free shipping, samples, and/or return policy. I usually go to a major beauty retailer, because I'm often buying more...

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Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil Review & Photos

Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil Review & Photos

Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil ($42.00 for 0.25 oz.) is supposed to help lips look better both in the short-term as well as over the long-term by conditioning, hydrating, and relieving dry and chapped lips. The applicator is a "24-karat gold-plated,...

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Guerlain Super Aqua-Serum Light Wrinkle Plumper Review & Photos

Guerlain Super Aqua-Serum Light Wrinkle Plumper Review & Photos

Guerlain Super Aqua-Serum Light Wrinkle Plumper ($165.00 for 1.6 fl. oz.) is supposed to hydrate skin while minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. According to Guerlain, after 30 hours, 72% hydration and 27% reduction in wrinkles were apparent. It is...

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Chanel Moon River Stylo Eyeshadow

Chanel Moon River Stylo Eyeshadow

Chanel Moon River Stylo Eyeshadow ($34.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as "platinum." It's a metallic taupe with a champagne sheen. Urban Decay Mushroom is grayer. Urban Decay Midnight Rodeo is browner and a powder. Urban Decay Rehab is browner. MAC Antique Diamond is grayer. Guerlain...

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Cult Nails Morning Glory Nail Lacquer

Cult Nails Morning Glory Nail Lacquer ($12.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is an "eye-catching shade of magenta that dries to a perfect wax finish." It's a medium-dark, fuchsia with a wax finish, so it has a vinyl-like look that's mostly matte but has a slight sheen.  MAC Toco Toucan is...

Cult Nails Morning Glory Nail Lacquer ($12.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is an "eye-catching shade of magenta that dries to a perfect wax finish." It's a...

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Color Club Cosmic Fate Nail Lacquer

Color Club Cosmic Fate Nail Lacquer ($10.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is warm-toned, peachy beige with holographic shimmer. I didn't have any dupes for this, and while I still tried to find similar shades at least in color (but not the holographic effect), I didn't have any strong...

Color Club Cosmic Fate Nail Lacquer ($10.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is warm-toned, peachy beige with holographic shimmer. I didn't have any dupes for this,...

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Chanel Amant Rouge Coco Lipstick

Chanel Amant Rouge Coco Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, coral-red with subtle warm undertones and a natural sheen. MAC Must Be Red is brighter, warmer. Guerlain Rouge Sensuel is less pigmented, lighter. Guerlain Coque d'Or is more...

Chanel Amant Rouge Coco Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, coral-red with subtle warm undertones and a...

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