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Disney Jasmine The Palace Jewel Compact Mirror (by Sephora) Review & Photos

Disney Jasmine The Palace Jewel Compact Mirror (by Sephora) Review & Photos

Disney Jasmine The Palace Jewel Compact Mirror ($20.00) is just as well-done as the Cinderella compact mirror.  The moment you slip it out of its packaging, you can feel the heft and real weight of it, because it's made out of metal.  It's not flimsy,...

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philosophy Raspberry Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Shampoo, Shower Gel, & Bubble Bath Review, Photos

philosophy Raspberry Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Shampoo, Shower Gel, & Bubble Bath Review, Photos

philosophy Raspberry Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Shampoo, Shower Gel, & Bubble Bath ($27.00 for 32 oz.) is described as a "sheer delight of ripe berries, tropical passion fruit, and sweet creaminess." It smells like...

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What drugstore beauty products do you feel are over-priced?

What drugstore beauty products do you feel are over-priced?

What drugstore beauty products do you feel are over-priced? Just products that you can't bring yourself to pay for at full price?

I think what keeps drugstore products really affordable are the volume and frequency of discounts, sales, and coupons. I'm always surprised to see some products get as...

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Clinique Chunkiest Chili Chubby Stick Intense

Clinique Chunkiest Chili Chubby Stick Intense ($16.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "brown red." It's a warm-toned, slightly muted red with a frosted finish. CoverGirl Captivate is a touch less warm-toned. Make Up For Ever #44 is...

Clinique Chunkiest Chili Chubby Stick Intense ($16.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "brown red." It's a...

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Rant & Rave: Makeup Palettes

Rant & Rave: Makeup Palettes

This Week's Topic: Makeup Palettes

Share: Tell us what you love, hate, or are otherwise indifferent to about makeup palettes! Do you buy them often or avoid them?

my answer: I love the inherent value of makeup palettes, but sometimes they can contain sub-par products rather than a bunch of stellar...

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Guerlain Coup de Foudre Eyeshadow Palette

Guerlain Coup de Foudre Eyeshadow Palette ($59.00 for 0.25 oz.) is described as "exquisite shades of green, silvery patina, bronze-khaki, [and] vibrant coral." It is a limited edition palette for spring. Coup de Foudre #1 is a dirty...

Guerlain Coup de Foudre Eyeshadow Palette ($59.00 for 0.25 oz.) is described as "exquisite shades of green,...

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Benefit Poutrageous Ultra Plush Lipgloss

Benefit Poutrageous Ultra Plush Lipgloss ($16.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "bright pink coral." It's a brightened, orange coral with a very subtle shimmer. On lips, it adds warmth and shine, but it's a sheerer gloss so there's little visible color, even on my less...

Benefit Poutrageous Ultra Plush Lipgloss ($16.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "bright pink coral." It's a brightened, orange coral with a very...

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This Week’s Sales for February 25th, 2013

This Week’s Sales for February 25th, 2013

Deal Sites/Rebates

  • EBATES:  Sheer Cover (25%), SkinStore (8%)
  • FAB: --
  • GILT: SpaceNK Exclusive Beauty Sets (2/25)
  • HAUTELOOK:  Mario Badescu (2/25), LashFood (2/25), DermaFood (2/25), Orly Gel Nails (2/26), Pur Minerals (2/26), ProSonic (2/27), BH Cosmetics (2/27), Freeze 24-7 (2/27)
  • IDEELI:  --
  • MR....

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How do you feel about limited edition packaging?

How do you feel about limited edition packaging?

How do you feel about limited edition packaging? Share what the experience was like!

I tend to prefer regular packaging over limited edition packaging. I like when everything stacks well, aligns, etc. so a lot of the limited edition packaging can be a pain to store.

Thanks to Saba for today's question! Do...

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Bobbi Brown Iced Blue Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

Bobbi Brown Iced Blue Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

Bobbi Brown Iced Blue Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick ($28.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "shimmering blue grey." It's a cool-toned, blue-tinted silver with a frosted, metallic finish. Definitely more silver than it is blue, but it's the exact color...

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