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Bobbi Brown Beach High Shimmer Lipgloss

Bobbi Brown Beach High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "pink bronze with pearl." It's a rosy brown with pink and gold shimmer. At a glance, it reminded me of Bobbi Brown Canary, which is sheer with a ton of gold sparkle (but no pink). MAC Fancy Cat is...

Bobbi Brown Beach High Shimmer Lipgloss ($23.00 for 0.24 fl. oz.) is described as a "pink bronze with pearl." It's a rosy brown with pink and gold...

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Beautiful Beginnings with Bare Escentuals

Beautiful Beginnings with Bare Escentuals

Beautiful Beginnings with Bare Escentuals

What was the first Bare Escentuals 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 Bare Escentuals product you purchased?  Did you love it? Hate it? Still own it?

my answer:  I...

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OCC Foxfire Loose Colour Concentrate

OCC Foxfire Loose Colour Concentrate ($12.00 for 0.088 oz. / 2.5 grams) is described as a "silvery lime-green shimmer." It's a shimmery medium green with yellow undertones. MAC Fresh Flare is darker, less shimmery. Wet 'n' Wild Bright Idea is less yellow-toned. MAC Wondergrass is...

OCC Foxfire Loose Colour Concentrate ($12.00 for 0.088 oz. / 2.5 grams) is described as a "silvery lime-green shimmer." It's a shimmery medium green...

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10 Shades of Diablo 3

10 Shades of Diablo 3

10 Shades of Diablo 3

For all my gamer readers--I know what you're doing this week! :)  I haven't played yet, but I am excited to try it out!

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MAC for Beth Ditto Collection for Summer 2012

MAC for Beth Ditto Collection for Summer 2012

MAC for Beth Ditto Collection for Summer 2012

Availability: June 7th, 2012 (North America), June 2012 (International)

MAC Cosmetics has signed the singer to create a limited edition collaboration with products expected to hit counters in June. In celebration of the partnership, Ditto will attend this...

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What do you with beauty products you don't like but can't return?

What do you with beauty products you don't like but can't return?

What do you with beauty products you don't like but can't return? Give them to friends? Keep them? Throw away/recycle?

I give the majority of products to a local organization I work with that provides free/low cost legal aid to victims of domestic violence. I do give a few products to friends/family...

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theBalm Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette

theBalm Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette

theBalm Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette ($34.00 for 0.33 oz.) contains nine matte eyeshadows named after theBalm's favorite Matts. It includes a small, dual-ended bristle brush, which is usable and...

theBalm Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette

theBalm Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette ($34.00 for 0.33 oz.) contains nine...

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Make Up For Ever #N40 Rouge Artist Natural Lipstick

Make Up For Ever #N40 Rouge Artist Natural Lipstick ($19.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "pastel coral." It's more along the lines of a light-medium peach-orange with a glistening sheen. On my lips, it looks softer, less like Creamiscle...

Make Up For Ever #N40 Rouge Artist Natural Lipstick ($19.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "pastel coral." It's...

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Sugarpill Heart Breaker Eyeshadow Palette Launches

Sugarpill Heart Breaker Eyeshadow Palette Launches

Sugarpill Heart Breaker Eyeshadow Palette Launches

On May 18th, Sugarpill will launch the final palette in their Heart series, which features four new matte eyeshadow shades, which include:

  • 2am Matte purple with a slightly pearl sheen
  • Acidberry Perfect vibrant green, matte with a slightly pearl sheen
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