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Has anyone told you that you were wearing too much makeup?

Has anyone told you that you were wearing too much makeup?

Has anyone told you that you were wearing too much makeup? How did you handle it?

I haven't had anyone in real life say that to me, and if they did, I might later check my foundation to see if something went awry. I'd probably just say, "thanks for letting me know," and get far, far away from that...

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Illamasqua Havoc Precision Ink Liquid Eyeliner

Illamasqua Havoc Precision Ink Liquid Eyeliner ($27.50 for 0.06 oz.) is described as an "aubergine" by Illamasqua and "burgundy brown" by Sephora. I reviewed the formula here, and I wore and tested Havoc and had the same results. It's long-wearing and waterproof once it dries...

Illamasqua Havoc Precision Ink Liquid Eyeliner ($27.50 for 0.06 oz.) is described as an "aubergine" by Illamasqua and "burgundy brown" by Sephora. I...

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LUSH Halloween 2011 Launches

LUSH Halloween 2011 Launches

LUSH Halloween 2011 Launches

LUSH's top-selling Halloween and Day of the Dead characters are back to cast shadows on your shower curtain once again.

Ghost Shower Gel ($17.95 for 8.4 oz.) (Limited Edition)

This Ghost will spook your shower once again. Made with a rose and dove orchard infusion, Ghost...

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Do you think drugstore brands can really compete with high-end brands?

Do you think drugstore brands can really compete with high-end brands?

Do you think drugstore brands can really compete with high-end brands? Why/why not?

In certain ways, yes. I would say a mid-end brand is better positioned to really compete, because when you reduce price, you have to reduce costs somewhere else. You might not get the fancy packaging of high-end...

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Deborah Lippmann Do Ya Think I'm Sexy Nail Lacquer

Deborah Lippmann Do Ya Think I'm Sexy Nail Lacquer ($18.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) contains hexagonal red-hued glitter suspended in a fairly thick, clear base. It's something that would work better for layering than alone, because I couldn't get near to opaque in two coats. You'll...

Deborah Lippmann Do Ya Think I'm Sexy Nail Lacquer ($18.00 for 0.50 fl. oz.) contains hexagonal red-hued glitter suspended in a fairly thick, clear...

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This Week's Sales for October 10th, 2011

This Week's Sales for October 10th, 2011

Feel free to share any upcoming deals you've spotted!

  • GILT:  Completely Bare (10/11)
  • HAUTELOOK:  Kinerase (10/10), Rain Cosmetics (10/11), BriteSmile (10/12), philosophy (10/13)
  • IDEELI:  Kardashian Fragrances (10/12)
  • EBATES:  Pur Minerals (10%), SkinStore (8%), DermStore (7.5%), Lancome (7%), Apothica...

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Illamasqua Kontrol Lipstick

Illamasqua Kontrol Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "blue-violet" by Illamasqua, while Sephora lists it as a "matte deep lavender." The texture of Kontrol is actually quite different from Illamasqua's line of lipsticks--it's very, very creamy. It's not dry at...

Illamasqua Kontrol Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "blue-violet" by Illamasqua, while Sephora lists it as a "matte deep lavender."...

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Have you ever had a friend, family member, or significant other hate your beauty habits?

Have you ever had a friend, family member, or significant other hate your beauty habits?

Have you ever had a friend, family member, or significant other hate your beauty habits? Maybe red lipstick? Certain nail colors? How have you dealt with it?

I'm very lucky that nobody has forbid me to wear it, but certainly there are looks that are more or less appealing. For instance, I know my dad...

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