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Dior Paradise (732) Addict Gloss

Dior Paradise (732) Addict Gloss ($29.50 for 0.19 fl. oz.) is a coral-red with pink and gold sparkle. Revlon Papaya has a similar coral coloring but doesn't have the sparkle. Guerlain Frizzy Mango is a bit lighter and has finer shimmer. Guerlain...

Dior Paradise (732) Addict Gloss ($29.50 for 0.19 fl. oz.) is a coral-red with pink and gold sparkle. Revlon...

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Illamasqua Paranormal Eyeshadow Palette

Illamasqua Paranormal Eyeshadow Palette ($46.50 for 0.20 oz.) is supposed to have four waterproof eyeshadows that "[feel] like a cream" but "[delivers] waterproof washes of color with long-lasting hold." The formula feels like a hybrid...

Illamasqua Paranormal Eyeshadow Palette ($46.50 for 0.20 oz.) is supposed to have four waterproof eyeshadows...

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Cult Nails Ay Poppy Nail Lacquer

Cult Nails Ay Poppy Nail Lacquer ($12.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "bright orange." It's a medium-dark, red-toned orange with a cream finish. Chanel Lilis is a bit lighter. NARS Lal Mirchi is very similar. MAC Oriele Orange is a bit redder. MAC Morange is similar. MAC Kid...

Cult Nails Ay Poppy Nail Lacquer ($12.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "bright orange." It's a medium-dark, red-toned orange with a cream...

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This Week’s Sales for May 27th, 2013

This Week’s Sales for May 27th, 2013

Deal Sites/Rebates

  • EBATES:  Sheer Cover (25%), SkinStore (10%), Walgreens (8%)
  • FAB: --
  • GILT: St. Tropez (5/27), Beauty Finds Under $50 (5/27)
  • HAUTELOOK:  NuMe Style (5/27), Fusion Beauty (5/27), Pur Minerals (5/28), France Luxe Hair Accessories (5/28), TanTowel (5/28), Derma Roller System (5/29),...

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What blushes are necessary if you're just starting out?

What blushes are necessary if you're just starting out?

What blushes are necessary if you're just starting out? Which ones can you wait on?

Don't be afraid to mix two or three blush shades to help create more shades! A good neutral blush can work with a lot of looks, too, but neutral depends on your skin tone. For me, a brown with light warm undertones...

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Edward Bess Bed of Roses Blush Extraordinaire

Edward Bess Bed of Roses Blush Extraordinaire ($43.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a "bright pink." It's a cool-toned, medium pink with a mostly matte finish. NYX English Rose is shimmery and slightly lighter. NARS Angelika is slightly...

Edward Bess Bed of Roses Blush Extraordinaire ($43.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a "bright pink." It's a...

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Maybelline Orange Edge ColorSensational Vivids Lip Color

Maybelline Orange Edge ColorSensational Vivids Lip Color ($7.49 for 0.15 oz.) is a brightened, medium-dark orange with strong red undertones and a luminous sheen. Maybelline Vibrant Mandarin is very similar--it doesn't read quite as glossy but you don't need both. MAC Scarlet...

Maybelline Orange Edge ColorSensational Vivids Lip Color ($7.49 for 0.15 oz.) is a brightened, medium-dark orange with strong red undertones and a...

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Zoya Rikki Nail Lacquer

Zoya Rikki Nail Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "full-coverage, fern green foil metallic." It's a sumbdued, medium green with almost cool undertones paired with muted, golden shimmer. It has a foiled, metallic finish. China Glaze Unpredictable is metallic...

Zoya Rikki Nail Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "full-coverage, fern green foil metallic." It's a sumbdued, medium green with...

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What movie would you love to see a makeup collection for?

What movie would you love to see a makeup collection for?

What movie would you love to see a makeup collection for? What brand would create it?

I'd love a Finding Nemo collection ;) As far as brand goes, theBalm or Urban Decay (because I envision lots of eyeshadows, so I'd want a top formula!).

Thanks to Liliana for today's question! Do you have a question...

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Giorgio Armani Fatal (12) #4 Eyes to Kill Palette

Giorgio Armani Fatal (12) Eyes to Kill Palette ($59.00 for 0.0.21 oz.) consists of four shades is part of the Shimmer palette series.  The quad is supposed to contain "iridescent, eye-catching colors with electric shine and shimmer."...

Giorgio Armani Fatal (12) Eyes to Kill Palette ($59.00 for 0.0.21 oz.) consists of four shades is part of the...

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