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Is there a such thing as being too young or too old for makeup?

Is there a such thing as being too young or too old for makeup?

Is there a such thing as being too young or too old for makeup? Why? Please be respectful and mindful in your comments!

I think there's a too young--I don't think it's appropriate for a five year old to be wearing makeup on a regular basis. I totally get playing dress-up, recitals, and the like, but...

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NARS Blushes -- Preview Photos

NARS Blushes -- Preview Photos

NARS Blushes -- Preview Photos

I'm planning to review the majority NARS' permanent blushes, which as you can see above, number at 27 (I know I am missing Zen). I also have cream blushes and bronzers in the works, too. :) But for now, enjoy some blush photos!

  • Row 1: Albatross, Amour, Angelika,...

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NARS Albatross Highlighting Blush

NARS Albatross Highlighting Blush ($28.00 for 0.16 oz.) is described as a "sheer, light golden sheen." The base color is a a pale, almost cool-toned ivory and then it has a healthy dose of light-medim gold shimmer-sheen. MAC Lightscapade doesn't...

NARS Albatross Highlighting Blush ($28.00 for 0.16 oz.) is described as a "sheer, light golden sheen." The base...

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Bobbi Brown Smoky Topaz Long-Wear Cream Shadow

Bobbi Brown Smoky Topaz Long-Wear Cream Shadow

Bobbi Brown Smoky Topaz Long-Wear Cream Shadow

Bobbi Brown Smoky Topaz Long-Wear Cream Shadow ($24.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "golden shimmer pewter." This is a sparkling purply taupe with golden copper, dark copper, and purple sparkle. Giorgio...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #137

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #137

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:  No makeup -- far too many earrings!
  • Weekend plans: Celebrating Father's Day!  Last weekend, my sister graduated, so rather than try to have a halfway Father's Day (since we were helping her move back home), we decided to postpone it by a week.
  • What's the one...

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China Glaze On Safari Collection for Fall 2012

China Glaze On Safari Collection for Fall 2012

China Glaze On Safari Collection for Fall 2012

China Glaze® nail lacquer invites you to take an exotic expedition with its Fall 2012 collection, On Safari. Be captivated by the earthy tones, rich plums and celestial sparkles that make up this adventurous assortment of polishes.

  • Kalahari Kiss Light...

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What's one type of beauty product you're not interested in trying?

What's one type of beauty product you're not interested in trying?

What's one type of beauty product you're not interested in trying? Why?

With MAC's recent press-on nails, I can very easily say those! I'm fortunate to have strong natural nails that grow just fine, so press-ons are off my radar.

Do you have a question idea? Submit yours here.

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Cult Nails Princess Nail Lacquer

Cult Nails Princess Nail Lacquer ($10.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is a light-medium dusty blue with a subtle pink-copper shimmer. Chanel Coco Blue is darker, bluer. Rescue Beauty Lounge Concrete Jungle is darker, grayer. Butter London Lady Muck is darker, grayer, and has silver shimmer. Chanel...

Cult Nails Princess Nail Lacquer ($10.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is a light-medium dusty blue with a subtle pink-copper shimmer. Chanel Coco Blue is darker,...

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Bobbi Brown Black Ruby High Shimmer Lipgloss

Bobbi Brown Black Ruby High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "crimson with gold pearl." It's a semi-opaque, vibrant ruby red base with gold shimmer. Chanel Triomphal is more opaque and has pink shimmer. MAC Sonoran Rain is warmer. MAC Driven by Love is...

Bobbi Brown Black Ruby High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "crimson with gold pearl." It's a semi-opaque, vibrant ruby...

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