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theBalm to Launch Schwing

theBalm to Launch Schwing

theBalm to Launch Schwing

Hit it out of the park with Schwing: A rich, long-lasting liquid eyeliner that lines and defines with a marvelously matte-black finish. This specially formulated, easy-to-use eyeliner is smudge proof, non-flaking, and fast-drying (perfect for girls on the go).

Lining and...

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Are you worried that your daily makeup routine will cause your skin to age more/faster?

Are you worried that your daily makeup routine will cause your skin to age more/faster?

Are you worried that your daily makeup routine will cause your skin to age more/faster? Have friends/family told you this? Do you believe it?

I don't think I've had any friend or family member tell me this. I suspect that to some degree, sure - perhaps the most believable would be around the eyes...

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MAC Speak Louder Cremesheen Lipstick

MAC Speak Louder Cremesheen Lipstick ($14.50 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "clean poppy blue pink." It's a vibrant medium-dark pink-red with a subtle blue undertone and a soft, natural sheen. MAC Impassioned is much more vibrant, more...

MAC Speak Louder Cremesheen Lipstick ($14.50 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "clean poppy blue pink." It's a...

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Beautiful Beginnings with Illamasqua

Beautiful Beginnings with Illamasqua

Beautiful Beginnings with Illamasqua

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

my answer:  One of the coolest...

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NARS Ratin Jot Nail Lacquer

NARS Ratin Jot Nail Lacquer ($18.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as an "orchid purple." It's a muted magenta pink with a cream finish. Illamasqua Obsess is more vibrant, less pink. Deborah Lippmann Makin' Whoopee is more fuchsia. Zoya Areej is dustier, pinker, less vibrant. SpaRitual...

NARS Ratin Jot Nail Lacquer ($18.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) is described as an "orchid purple." It's a muted magenta pink with a cream finish. Illamasqua...

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Milani Pitch Black Powder Eyeshadow

Milani Pitch Black Powder Eyeshadow ($4.49 for 0.11 oz.) is an intense dark black with a matte finish--though there appears to be a very, very faint sheen, it doesn't translate on the lid or from afar. It also seems to have very subtle blue undertones (rather than brown),...

Milani Pitch Black Powder Eyeshadow ($4.49 for 0.11 oz.) is an intense dark black with a matte finish--though there appears to be a very, very faint...

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Chanel Empreinte Rouge Coco Shine

Chanel Empreinte Rouge Coco Shine ($32.50 for 0.10 oz.) is a pale beige-rose with a subtle gray cast. There's also a very subtle gold shimmer. Cle de Peau #129 is similar, though it applies pinker and warmer. MAC Win-Win has a totally different texture but appears a bit similar. MAC...

Chanel Empreinte Rouge Coco Shine ($32.50 for 0.10 oz.) is a pale beige-rose with a subtle gray cast. There's also a very subtle gold shimmer. Cle de...

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Have you ever searched to find out what makeup a celebrity was wearing?

Have you ever searched to find out what makeup a celebrity was wearing?

Have you ever searched to find out what makeup a celebrity was wearing? Did you end up buying the products they used? Or imitating the look? If so, what celebrity/makeup look?

I think there was a Lady Gaga video once that made me want to try and replicate the look, though I didn't look up the...

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The Million Dollar "Is it worth it?" Question

Cle de Peau #2 Lipgloss Review, Photos, Swatches

One question I regularly receive about products (and not just luxury priced products) is, "Is it worth it?" This is also iterated in other ways, like: 1) "Do I need this?" 2) "Should I save up for this?"...

Cle de Peau #2 Lipgloss Review, Photos, Swatches

One question I regularly receive about products (and not just luxury priced...

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