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Guerlain Avarice Rouge G L'Extrait

Guerlain Avarice Rouge G L'Extrait ($48.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as "beige." It's a warm rose with a hint of beige-brown in it. It's neutral, but there's a healthy dose of pink in the color. Again my complexion, it almost reads as a subdued coral. Cle de Peau Comtesse de...

Guerlain Avarice Rouge G L'Extrait ($48.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as "beige." It's a warm rose with a hint of beige-brown in it. It's neutral, but...

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China Glaze No Plain Jane Nail Lacquer

China Glaze No Plain Jane Nail Lacquer ($6.99 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as "lavish lavender-pink." It's a red-toned medium-dark purple with darker purple shimmer and a slightly metallic finish. I wasn't able to see any shift with this one--it's a shimmery purple but not...

China Glaze No Plain Jane Nail Lacquer ($6.99 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as "lavish lavender-pink." It's a red-toned medium-dark purple with...

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Are holiday palettes worth the money?

Are holiday palettes worth the money?

Are holiday palettes worth the money? Are they a good deal? Is the quality less than products released during the rest of the year?

It really depends on the brand. Some brands are better known for their palettes (e.g. Urban Decay) than individual product releases. Overall, I think they're a good...

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Essie Blue Rhapsody Nail Lacquer

Essie Blue Rhapsody Nail Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "jazzy blue metallic." It's a subdued bluish-silver with a frosted, metallic finish. The dry down is a shiny matte; it has a flat look, but it's not truly matte...

Essie Blue Rhapsody Nail Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "jazzy blue metallic." It's a...

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Guerlain Wulong Meteorites Pressed Powder

Guerlain Wulong Meteorites Pressed Powder ($170.00 for 0.26 oz.) is really meant to be the creme de la creme of luxury compacts and powders. This holiday's refillable compact is a black lacquered metal case that has a lot of heft--the...

Guerlain Wulong Meteorites Pressed Powder ($170.00 for 0.26 oz.) is really meant to be the creme de la creme of...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #154

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #154

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul: I picked up a few random products from Drugstore.com with the 40% off coupon!  I couldn't believe how quickly it arrived.
  • Weekend plans:  Crop photos, write posts, catch-up!
  • How important is music to you?:  I really appreciate music, so I'd say it's important...

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Tarte - 20% Off Halloween Sale 2012

Tarte - 20% Off Halloween Sale 2012

Tarte - 20% Off Halloween Sale 2012

Get 20% off your order at tarte.com with code TREAT. Valid 10/19 through 10/21.

Fine print:

Only valid at www.tarte.com. Must enter promo code at checkout. Cannot be combined with any other promo code or offers. The following sets are excluded from any promo codes...

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Have you ever pulled off red eyeshadow?

Have you ever pulled off red eyeshadow?

Have you ever pulled off red eyeshadow? How did you make it work? Any tales of disaster to share?

I think so! Red works well with black, and it can also work well with yellows and oranges--like a sunset! Reds with pinks tend to be disastrous for me!

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

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Sephora Friends & Family Sale 2012 Information & Update

Sephora Friends & Family Sale 2012 Information & Update

Sephora has confirmed there is no public Friends and Family sale this year.  Sephora has confirmed to expect exciting offers/promotions to-be-announced for the holiday season. They made this decision so they could focus on special offers/promotions for BIs (Beauty Insiders) and VIBs (Very Important...

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Illamasqua Launches U.S. Exclusive Varnishes in Cameo and Noble

Illamasqua Launches U.S. Exclusive Varnishes in Cameo and Noble

Introducing Cameo and Noble by Illamasqua

From the runway shows of New York and London to city street styles, shades of blue continue to adorn the talons of the style makers and trendsetters alike. Inspired by the hottest color of the season, Illamasqua introduces two new blue nail varnishes in the...

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