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MAC 163 Flat Top Contour Brush Review & Photos

MAC 163 Flat Top Contour Brush Review & Photos

Defined Contouring Made Easy with the 163

MAC 163 Flat Top Contour Brush ($35.00) is a new and limited edition brush designed to be used with MAC's Pro Sculpting Creams, but they are noted as a multi-purpose brush, so they can be used however you find it works.  The...

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This Week’s Sales for September 24th, 2012

This Week’s Sales for September 24th, 2012

Deal Sites/Rebates

  • EBATES:  Lancome (14%), philosophy (12.5%), Clinique (12%), Skinstore (9%), Sephora (8%), DermStore (7.5%)
  • FAB: --
  • GILT:  Baby Quasar (9/26), T3 Hair Tools (9/27)
  • HAUTELOOK:  theBalm (9/24), Ouidad (9/24), Julep (9/24), SUPER by Perricone MD (9/25), Pur Minerals (9/25), American...

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How confident are you in a bold lip?

How confident are you in a bold lip?

How confident are you in a bold lip? Any tricks to feeling more confident?

I'm pretty confident--as long the shade doesn't venture into black, I'd say, then I can't say I feel particularly confident! You have to get used to seeing yourself with such dramatic color, so wear the color around the...

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DIY - Jet Black Swarovski Crystal High Heels

DIY - Jet Black Swarovski Crystal High Heels

DIY - Jet Black Swarovski Crystal High Heels

I finally finished these! It took around 12 hours in total over a few weeks.  I chose to bedazzle a pair of Enzo Angiolini Dixy Pumps in black patent.  I then used Swarovski 2058 Jet Black Flatbacks in: 10ss (4 gross), 12ss (10 gross), 14ss (10 gross),...

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Bobbi Brown Uber Suede High Shimmer Lipgloss

Bobbi Brown Uber Suede High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "mid-tone golden beige." It's a medium-dark brown with yellow undertones and pink and gold shimmer. NARS More is the closest in color, but it doesn't have any shimmer and looks a bit more...

Bobbi Brown Uber Suede High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "mid-tone golden beige." It's a medium-dark brown with yellow...

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Most Overrated & Underrated Eyeshadow Palette

Most Overrated & Underrated Eyeshadow Palette

Over & Under: Most Overrated & Underrated Eyeshadow Palette

There are always products that receive endless raves, but they don't always live up to our expectations or work out as well as they do for others.  Share your picks for most overrated and underrated EYESHADOW PAELTTES.  Don't forget to...

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9 of My Must-Have Illamasqua Nail Varnishes

9 of My Must-Have Illamasqua Nail Varnishes

9 of My Must-Have Illamasqua Nail Varnishes

I love, love, LOVE!! Illamasqua's Nail Varnish formula. For me, it's one of the best (possibly, the best) formulas; long-wearing, great range of colors, nice consistency, and innovative. You can check out the shades I've reviewed in gallery format here. My...

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philosophy holiday 2012 collection + gift sets

philosophy holiday 2012 collection + gift sets

philosophy holiday 2012 collection + offerings

philosophy’s 2012 holiday collection was inspired by classic celebrations, featuring nostalgic imagery, retro patterns and a vintage feel. classic celebrations are the perfect blend of togetherness and traditions. it’s a time to gather with loved...

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Have you ever layered two (or more) lipsticks?

Have you ever layered two (or more) lipsticks?

Have you ever layered two (or more) lipsticks? What did you layer? How did it turn on?

Oh, definitely! Most recently, I'd say Guerlain Altoum and Lou-Ling -- very pretty!

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Dior Marilyn Diorific Vernis

Dior Marilyn Diorific Vernis ($26.00 for 0.40 fl. oz.) is a rich, medium red cream with mostly neutral undertones. If pressed, I'd say blue-based but it's very, very neutral. There's a very fine ruby shimmer that's really not visible in most lighting conditions. Frankly, I...

Dior Marilyn Diorific Vernis ($26.00 for 0.40 fl. oz.) is a rich, medium red cream with mostly neutral undertones. If pressed, I'd say blue-based but...

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