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NARS Yu Satin Lip Pencil

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NARS Yu

NARS Yu Satin Lip Pencil ($25.00 for 0.07 oz.) is described as a "shocking pink." It's a bright, bold shade of blue-based, medium pink with cool undertones and a soft, natural sheen. MAC Pink Pigeon is less pink, more magenta. MAC Lickable is slightly...

NARS Yu Satin Lip Pencil ($25.00 for 0.07 oz.) is described as a "shocking pink." It's a bright, bold shade of blue-based,...

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Bobbi Brown Vanilla Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

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Bobbi Brown Vanilla Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

Bobbi Brown Vanilla Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick ($28.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "warm cream." It's a warm-toned beige with a creamy, mostly matte finish. Estee Lauder Halo is a touch lighter and frosted. Maybelline Barely Branded is also lighter and more frosted. MAC Soft...

Bobbi Brown Vanilla Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick ($28.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "warm cream." It's a warm-toned beige with a creamy, mostly...

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MAC x Hayley Williams (Paramore) Collection for April 2013

Year: 2013 Launches
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MAC x Hayley Williams (Paramore) Collection for April 2013
Year: 2013 Launches

MAC x Hayley Williams (Paramore) Collection for April 2013

MAC has teamed up with front-woman Hayley Williams from Paramore to release a four-piece collection for April 9th, which will be available exclusively online. The collection will feature an orange lipstick, coral eyeshadow, mineralize skinfinish, and an orange nail lacquer.  MAC just confirmed this...

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Sneak Peek: NARS Satin Lip Pencils Photos & Swatches

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Sneak Peek: NARS Satin Lip Pencils Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: NARS Satin Lip Pencils Photos & Swatches

NARS Satin Lip Pencils ($25.00 for 0.07 oz.) include thirteen new and permanent shades of NARS' Lip Pencil with a new finish--Satin. Twelve shades are available at both NARS and Nordstrom, while one shade is exclusive to NARS (Jardin de Plantes). I'm working on getting the rest...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #174

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #174
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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #174

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul: I have been insanely busy this week, so I managed not to buy anything!
  • Weekend plans:  I have a mile-long to do list, both blog-related and not, that I have to get through or else! I am determined!  No fun this weekend, none at all :)
  • What's your favorite movie...

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KBShimmer Spring Training Nail Lacquer

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KBShimmer Spring Training

KBShimmer Spring Training Nail Lacquer ($8.75 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "soft mint green polish filled with a palette of floral colored glitters." It has a pale, pastel green base with subtle warm undertones (at least, it reads...

KBShimmer Spring Training Nail Lacquer ($8.75 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "soft mint green polish filled...

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How much "Photoshopping" is acceptable in beauty advertisements?

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How much "Photoshopping" is acceptable in beauty advertisements?

How much "Photoshopping" is acceptable in beauty advertisements? Share your thoughts!

I don't mind touching up the skin, but the skin should have texture, fine lines, and so on! With makeup, cleaning up edges or erasing smudges or smears, sure. I don't like when the colors get altered, replaced, or...

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NARS Oasis Blush (2013)

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NARS Oasis Powder Blush

NARS Oasis Highlighting Blush ($29.00 for 0.16 oz.) is described as a "sparkling pink champagne." It's a softened, reddish-plum with a hint of golden shimmer that translates to a shimmer-sheen when applied to the skin. NARS Debbie Harry #1 is similar but has silver sparkle. theBalm...

NARS Oasis Highlighting Blush ($29.00 for 0.16 oz.) is described as a "sparkling pink champagne." It's a softened, reddish-plum with a hint of golden...

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Please Take Our Reader Survey!

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Please Take Our Reader Survey!
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Please Take Our Reader Survey!

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