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MAC Heroine Lipstick

MAC Heroine Lipstick ($15.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "bright violet/purple." It's a medium-dark, red-toned purple with a satin finish. Heroine originally launched with Reel Sexy last March. MAC Seductive Intent is slightly lighter...

MAC Heroine Lipstick ($15.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "bright violet/purple." It's a medium-dark,...

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Illamasqua Disobey Blush

Illamasqua Disobey Blush ($26.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "matte bronze." It's a medium-dark brown with subtle warm undertones and a matte finish. Too Faced Bronzed & Poreless is warmer--more orange. Burberry Summer Glow is warmer,...

Illamasqua Disobey Blush ($26.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "matte bronze." It's a medium-dark brown with...

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How do you deal with nail polishes that stain?

How do you deal with nail polishes that stain?

How do you deal with nail polishes that stain? Have you found a foolproof way to prevent it?

Sometimes using a base coat of white polish can help. Generally, I use Zoya's Base/Top Coat and that has prevented most staining for me!

Thanks to Lynnie for today's question! Do you have a question idea? Submit...

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Too Faced Bronzed & Poreless Pore Perfecting Bronzer

Too Faced Bronzed & Poreless Pore Perfecting Bronzer ($30.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "matte bronze." It's a medium tan with warm, orange undertones and a matte finish. Urban Decay Naked Flushed Bronzer is slightly...

Too Faced Bronzed & Poreless Pore Perfecting Bronzer ($30.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a...

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Benefit Pinky Swear Longwear Powder Eyeshadow

Benefit Pinky Swear Longwear Powder Eyeshadow ($20.00 for 0.11 oz.) is described as a "soft matte pink." It's a pale pink with subtle cool undertones and a matte finish. Urban Decay Heartless is shimmery. NARS Bouthan #1 is very similar. bareMinerals...

Benefit Pinky Swear Longwear Powder Eyeshadow ($20.00 for 0.11 oz.) is described as a "soft matte pink." It's a...

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Wet 'n' Wild Maldives Sky Photo Op Eyeshadow Palette

Wet 'n' Wild Maldives Sky Photo Op Eyeshadow Palette ($4.99 for 0.19 oz.) consists of five shades: aqua, purple, dark gray, bluish-teal, and blue. The formula is supposed to be "ultra-pigmented," "crease-resistant," and...

Wet 'n' Wild Maldives Sky Photo Op Eyeshadow Palette ($4.99 for 0.19 oz.) consists of five shades:...

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Illamasqua Pink Raindrops Nail Varnish

Illamasqua Pink Raindrops Nail Varnish (£13.50 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "sheer cool pink." It's a light-medium neutral pink with pale pinkish-white flakes of glitter/sparkle throughout (they seem slightly iridescent). Illamasqua Scarce has a slightly cooler-toned...

Illamasqua Pink Raindrops Nail Varnish (£13.50 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "sheer cool pink." It's a light-medium neutral pink with pale...

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