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Bobbi Brown High Shimmer Lip Gloss

Bobbi Brown High Shimmer Lip Gloss

Bobbi Brown High Shimmer Lip Gloss

Launch Date: July 2011 at all Bobbi Brown counters, bobbibrown.com

Fun is what Bobbi had in mind when she created High Shimmer Lip Gloss. This new formula features a special mix of pearls in a clear base for the ultimate in shimmer, shine and color. Plus, it’s good...

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Have you slimmed down your beauty routine for summer?

Have you slimmed down your beauty routine for summer?

Have you slimmed down your beauty routine for summer? Or do you do more now that you have the heat to contend with?

Definitely less for me - if I'm outdoors all day, I want to wear less makeup. If I feel the need to look more presentable, perhaps tinted moisturizer, but honestly, I go out without...

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Cosmoprof 2011 Day 3

Cosmoprof 2011 Day 3

Cosmoprof 2011 Day 3

Today was the last day of Cosmoprof! There are so many things to see and do - I can't imagine being able to see it all in even three days (I know I didn't!).  There are over 700 exhibitors at the show!

The three nails I painted with Layla's magnetic polish are still going strong...

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Guerlain Apres l'Ondee (100) Rouge Automatique Lipstick

Guerlain Apres l'Ondee (100) Rouge Automatique Lipstick ($35.00 for 0.12 oz.) is an opaque rosy pink with subtle champagne-gold micro-shimmer. The finish is frostier than many of the other shades of Rouge Automatique, but it's still not a full-frost finish. I was quite...

Guerlain Apres l'Ondee (100) Rouge Automatique Lipstick ($35.00 for 0.12 oz.) is an opaque rosy pink with subtle champagne-gold micro-shimmer. The...

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Win It! $275 in Caudalie!

Win It! $275 in Caudalie!

Win It! $275 in Caudalie!

Congratulations to Carol!

To celebrate the relaunch of caudalie-usa.com, we have a fabulous giveaway of bestselling Caudalie products--plus, from now until August 15th, 2011, receive 15% off your entire order with code NEWSITE.

Prize

  • One (1) Instant Foaming Cleanser Fleur de...

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Urban Decay Strip Eyeshadow

Urban Decay Strip Eyeshadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "very metallic bluish-silver."  The color itself is a silvered, gray-blue with a bright metallic sheen and shine. It's like an overcast sky with blue and silver shot through it. It is less blue than Urban...

Urban Decay Strip Eyeshadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) is described as a "very metallic bluish-silver."  The color itself is a silvered, gray-blue with a...

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Estee Lauder Pure Color Eyeshadow Duos & Palettes

Estee Lauder Pure Color Eyeshadow Duos & Palettes

Estee Lauder Pure Color Eyeshadow Duos & Palettes

Launch Date: August 2011 at select Estee Lauder counters nationwide, esteelauder.com

Estee Lauder introduces new eyeshadow duos and palettes to the Pure Color Eyeshadow range--all permanent.

Pure Color Eyeshadow Duo ($30.00)

  • Clouds
  • Cobblestones
  • Amethyst
  • ...

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How do you help minimize fallout from eyeshadows?

How do you help minimize fallout from eyeshadows?

How do you help minimize fall out from eyeshadows? Any techniques or products that help you prevent or minimize fall out?

Sticky bases - I like cream bases overall, and then pat on rather than sweep. Also, gently tap the brush against your forearm to loosen any excess product.

Thanks to Maria for...

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Cosmoprof 2011 Day 2

Cosmoprof 2011 Day 2

Cosmoprof 2011 Day 2

I had an appointment with CND to try out their Shellac manicure, and you know me--I couldn't commit both hands to 14-days of wear (that's how long Shellac is supposed to wear!).  I did want to try it out, though, and so I asked the lovely Kristina to do something fun and funky...

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Quick Eyes with Urban Decay Midnight 15 & Deeper

Quick Eyes with Urban Decay Midnight 15 & Deeper

Quick Eyes with Urban Decay Midnight 15 & Deeper

This is one of the test looks I did when I first tested out Urban Decay's 15th Anniversary Eyeshadow Palette that I forgot all about until now. I wanted to be sure to use Midnight 15, because while the glitter was subtle, it was there, so I wanted to...

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