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Estee Lauder Cosmic Pink Pure Color Sequin Finish Lip Gloss

Estee Lauder Cosmic Pink Pure Color Sequin Finish Lip Gloss ($22.50 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is a brightened medium pink with subtle yellow undertones and a cool white shimmer. The only gloss that seemed remotely similar was MAC Preppy, which is...

Estee Lauder Cosmic Pink Pure Color Sequin Finish Lip Gloss ($22.50 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is a brightened medium...

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China Glaze Beach Cruise-r Nail Lacquer

China Glaze Beach Cruise-r Nail Lacquer ($6.49 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "glimmering fuchsia grape." It's a vibrant fuchsia magenta with a very fine white shimmer that's barely visible in natural light. SpaRitual Color Trip is slightly darker, more jelly-like. SpaRitual...

China Glaze Beach Cruise-r Nail Lacquer ($6.49 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as a "glimmering fuchsia grape." It's a vibrant fuchsia magenta with a...

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Chanel Fall 2012 Collection - Les Essentiels de Chanel

Chanel Fall 2012 Collection - Les Essentiels de Chanel

Chanel Fall 2012 Collection - Les Essentiels de Chanel

The little black dress, the quilted handbag, the two-toned shoe — the iconic essentials created by Coco Chanel inspire Peter Philips, Creative Director of Chanel Makeup, to create the elegant Fall 2012 Collection, LES ESSENTIELS DE CHANEL....

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Have you ever tried the oil cleansing method?

Have you ever tried the oil cleansing method?

Have you ever tried the oil cleansing method? Why/why not? Did it work?

I did briefly for several weeks a few years ago. It didn't do anything spectacular, though it didn't make anything worse.  I'll still grab olive oil out of someone's kitchen if I need to remove my makeup and they don't have any...

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L'Oreal Perpetual Purple Infallible Eyeshadow

L'Oreal Perpetual Purple Infallible Eyeshadow ($7.95 for 0.12 oz.) is a darkened violet purple with subtle red undertones and a multi-colored shimmer.  When applied dry, it's sheer, slightly browner, less violet.  When it's applied damp/wet, it's much more intense with a...

L'Oreal Perpetual Purple Infallible Eyeshadow ($7.95 for 0.12 oz.) is a darkened violet purple with subtle red undertones and a multi-colored shimmer....

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Beautiful Beginnings with Giorgio Armani

Beautiful Beginnings with Giorgio Armani

Beautiful Beginnings with Giorgio Armani

What was the first Giorgio Armani product you ever tried?  Did it pave way for a real romance or did it put you off the brand entirely?  What was the first Giorgio Armani product you purchased?  Did you love it? Hate it? Still own it?

my answer:  I think...

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NARS Deep Throat Blush

NARS Deep Throat Blush

NARS Deep Throat Blush ($28.00 for 0.16 oz.) is described as a "flirty, sheer peach." It's a warm coral with a hint of pink and a golden shimmer-sheen. NARS Amour is darker, more vibrant, and has no shimmer. MAC Fleet Fast is slightly...

NARS Deep Throat Blush

NARS Deep Throat Blush ($28.00 for 0.16 oz.) is described as a "flirty, sheer peach." It's a warm coral...

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NARS Fall 2012 Collection

NARS Fall 2012 Collection

NARS Fall 2012 Collection

Designed by founder and Creative Director François Nars, the Fall 2012 Color Collection features a blend of bold, modern shades and celestial shimmers. For the campaign, Nars chose to photograph iconic ‘90s supermodel Kristen McMenamy. Having worked with Kristen in the...

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