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Bobbi Brown Pastel High Shimmer Lipgloss

Bobbi Brown Pastel High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "soft pink with pink pearl." It's exactly as described: it's a light, sheer pink with neutral undertones with lots of pink shimmer. There are a few silver and gold sparkles there as well,...

Bobbi Brown Pastel High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "soft pink with pink pearl." It's exactly as described: it's a...

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MAC Casual Colour Collection for Summer 2012

MAC Casual Colour Collection for Summer 2012

MAC Casual Colour Collection for Summer 2012

Availability: June 7th, 2012 (North America); June 2012 (at select International locations)

Enjoy this collection of our idea of weekend chic, which includes all-in-one Lip and Cheek Colour Pots, Nail Lacquer, Prep + Prime Highlighter, Studio Fix Mascara,...

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Tom Ford Noir de Noir Eau de Parfum Review and Photos

Tom Ford Noir de Noir Eau de Parfum Review and Photos

Tom Ford Noir de Noir Eau de Parfum ($195.00 for 1.7 oz.) is part of the Private Blend series and comes in a dark amber glass bottle. When I first spritz it against my wrist, before it's even evaporated against the skin, I get this burst of sweet grapes, which...

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What's your favorite summer collection this year?

What's your favorite summer collection this year?

What's your favorite summer collection this year? What were your favorite pieces?

I think Guerlain would be my favorite, but I wasn't absolutely head-over-heels in love with the entire launch. I'm trying to think of a favorite, and just not much comes to mind this year.

Do you have a question idea? Submit...

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shu uemura P Soft Beige 832 Eyeshadow

shu uemura P Soft Beige 832 Eyeshadow

shu uemura P Soft Beige 832 Eyeshadow ($15.00 for 0.049 oz.) is described as a "pearl gold light brown." The pearl finish is described as "a silky shimmer of light for luminous radiance." It's a warm...

shu uemura P Soft Beige 832 Eyeshadow

shu uemura P Soft Beige 832 Eyeshadow ($15.00 for 0.049 oz.) is described as...

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Beautiful Beginnings with China Glaze

Beautiful Beginnings with China Glaze

Beautiful Beginnings with China Glaze

What was the first China Glaze 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 China Glaze product you purchased?  Did you love it? Hate it? Still own it?

my answer:  I've been in love...

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Win It! $500 Celebrate Your Unique Style Giveaway!

Win It! $500 Celebrate Your Unique Style Giveaway!

This post was sponsored and the prizes are courtesy of State Farm.

Win It! $500 Celebrate Your Unique Style Giveaway

State Farm and Essence Magazine have teamed up together and launched a contest that is a celebration of your unique style. The Celebrate Your Unique Style Contest celebrates State Farm's...

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Boscia Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel Review

Boscia Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel Review

Boscia Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel

Boscia Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel ($38.00 for 1.0 oz.) is a moisturizer that can be used for either day or evening application. Boscia states that this moisturizer is supposed to "refine skin texture, brighten skin...

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