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Burberry Peony Rose (302) Lip Velvet

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Christine | Updated: 5/14/13May 14, 2013

Burberry Peony Rose (302) Lip Velvet ($30.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a softened, rosy pink with a matte finish and warm undertones. NARS Tolede is warmer. Tom Ford Indian Rose is pinker. Revlon Pink Truffle is glossier and slightly darker. Bobbi Brown...

Burberry Peony Rose (302) Lip Velvet ($30.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a softened, rosy pink with a matte finish and warm...

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Angelina Jolie Shares Her Story: "My Medical Choice"

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Christine | Updated: 5/14/13May 14, 2013

Angelina Jolie Shares Her Story: "My Medical Choice"

Angelina Jolie wrote an op-ed for the New Yor Times today about her decision to have double mastectomy. Jolie wrote, "For any woman reading this, I hope it helps you to know you have options." Jolie carries the mutated BRCA1 gene, which dramatically increased her...

OCC Meta Lip Tar Stained Gloss Review, Photo, Swatches

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Christine | Updated: 5/14/13May 14, 2013

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Meta Lip Tar Stained Gloss

OCC Meta Lip Tar Stained Gloss ($18.00 for 0.33 fl. oz.) is described as a "red orange shellac." It's a bold, brightened orange-toned red with a luminous sheen. Dior Ceremony Red is bluer-based and shimmery. Chanel Exces is sheerer but similar in color (not as bright). OCC Harlot is...

OCC Meta Lip Tar Stained Gloss ($18.00 for 0.33 fl. oz.) is described as a "red orange shellac." It's a bold, brightened orange-toned red with a...

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OCC Meta Lip Tar Stained Gloss Review, Photo, Swatches

Essie In the Cab-ana Nail Lacquer

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Christine | Updated: 5/14/13May 14, 2013

Essie In the Cab-ana Nail Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "self-assured aqua azure." It's a brightened, light-medium blue with a hint of aqua in it with a cream finish. The color reminds me of swimming pools! OCC Pool Boy is...

Essie In the Cab-ana Nail Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "self-assured aqua azure." It's a...

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What's the best beauty tip/trick you've learned from a beauty counter?

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Christine | Updated: 5/13/13May 13, 2013

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What's the best beauty tip/trick you've learned from a beauty counter?

What's the best beauty tip/trick you've learned from a beauty counter? Share :)

To trust them! One of the best things that can come from a makeover or demo at a counter is having someone else see your face and show you what they think would work for you - it's a great way to see another perspective!

Do...

MAC Golden Elixir Strobe Liquid

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Christine | Updated: 5/13/13May 13, 2013

MAC Golden Elixir Strobe Liquid ($31.00 for 1.7 fl. oz.) is described as a "golden shimmer." It's a warm-toned, bronze and gold-shimmered tan brown. I don't know of any specific dupes, as I'm not as familiar with the liquid illuminator category, so I haven't reviewed many...

MAC Golden Elixir Strobe Liquid ($31.00 for 1.7 fl. oz.) is described as a "golden shimmer." It's a warm-toned, bronze and gold-shimmered tan brown. I...

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Chanel Crushed Cherry Glossimer

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Christine | Updated: 5/13/13May 13, 2013

Chanel Crushed Cherry Levres Scintillantes Glossimer

Chanel Crushed Cherry Glossimer ($29.50 for 0.19 fl. oz.) is a bold, berry-red with a glossy shine. MAC Plum Fun is more plum and has shimmer. MAC Lasting Achievement is much darker and has shimmer. MAC Rebel is purper. NARS Bougainville is...

Chanel Crushed Cherry Glossimer ($29.50 for 0.19 fl. oz.) is a bold, berry-red with a glossy shine. MAC Plum Fun is...

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Rant & Rave: Cheek Stains

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Christine | Updated: 5/13/13May 13, 2013

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Rant & Rave: Cheek Stains

Share: Tell us what you love and hate about Cheek Stains!

my answer: When they work well, they can be amazing, but when they don't, they can be such a mess/pain in the butt to deal with. They don't always play well with foundation/base makeup, either.

Urban Decay Snatch Eyeshadow

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Christine | Updated: 5/13/13May 13, 2013

Urban Decay Snatch Eyeshadow (Discontinued)

Urban Decay Snatch Eyeshadow ($18.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "pale peach shimmer with gold glitter." It's a warm-toned, peachy-pink with gold glitter and a frosted finish. Flower Beauty Foxy Browns #1 is lighter and less frosted. Le...

Urban Decay Snatch Eyeshadow ($18.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "pale peach shimmer with gold glitter." It's...

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Zoya Hazel Nail Lacquer

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Christine | Updated: 5/13/13May 13, 2013

Zoya Hazel Nail Lacquer ($9.00 for 0.50 fl. oz." is described as a "full-coverage, blue green foil metallic." This is a silvery-blue foil metallic with flakes of dirty gold in it. I don't have anything quite like it, and the only polish that even was reminiscent of it was Zoya...

Zoya Hazel Nail Lacquer ($9.00 for 0.50 fl. oz." is described as a "full-coverage, blue green foil metallic." This is a silvery-blue foil metallic...

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