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Chanel Coquette (85) Rouge Allure Lipstick

Chanel Coquette (85) Rouge Allure Lipstick

Chanel Spring 2011: Coquette

Chanel Coquette (85) Rouge Allure Lipstick ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a softened pinky-coral with cool-toned, fuchsia iridescence. It is almost opaque, but a hint of my lip freckle still peeks through, but this is a very creamy,...

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Win $200+ MAC Mickey Contractor Products!

Win $200+ MAC Mickey Contractor Products!

Win $200+ MAC Mickey Contractor Products!

To close out a fabulous year here at Temptalia, we have an incredible giveaway for you featuring the new, limited edition Mickey Contractor Collection.  The prize features twelve pieces from the upcoming collection, all brand new and eager to be played...

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What's your go-to tool for applying your foundation?

What's your go-to tool for applying your foundation?

What's your go-to tool for applying your foundation? What makes it so amazing?

109 (I use liquid foundation), because it gives me a beautiful finish without streaks!

Thanks to Andrea for today's question! Got a question idea? Submit yours here.

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MAC Mickey Contractor: Comparisons & Dupes for Eyes

MAC Mickey Contractor: Comparisons & Dupes for Eyes

MAC Mickey Contractor: Comparisons & Dupes for Eyes

  • IVY is slightly greener than Minted, while Urban Decay Graffiti has a stronger yellow base and appears much lighter. Jade Way is too dark to be a dupe. Make Up For Ever #22 Aqua Cream is significantly more of a yellow-based...

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MAC Mickey Contractor: Comparisons & Dupes for Lips/Cheeks

MAC Mickey Contractor: Comparisons & Dupes for Lips/Cheeks

MAC Mickey Contractor: Comparisons & Dupes for Lips/Cheeks

  • GANA is neutral, rather than slightly warm, as Chez Chez Lame, while Honour is noticeably darker (more of a soft brown than a champagne). Trace Gold is also darker, still a bit like a champagne shade, but gilded and...

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Philosophy Hot Buttered Rum Shower Gel Review, Photos

Philosophy Hot Buttered Rum Shower Gel Review, Photos

Quick Review: Philosophy Hot Buttered Rum

Philosophy Hot Buttered Rum Shower Gel ($16.00 for 16 oz.) is a rich, buttery scent of caramel and sweetness; it's a little sweeter than butterscotch but has the same sweetness of syrup without being overwhelming.  It's a very...

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MAC Mickey Contractor Look

MAC Mickey Contractor Look

MAC Mickey Contractor Look

This was a super quick look I threw together to test out the new Mickey Contractor collection (as well as have some something on for taking blush and lip swatches!).  You can see how Ivy is sheer on the first pass!

You will need the following...

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MAC Mickey Contractor: Gulabi, Mehr, Mocha, Yash Lipsticks

MAC Mickey Contractor: Gulabi, Mehr, Mocha, Yash Lipsticks

MAC Mickey Contractor: Lipsticks

MAC Lipstick ($14.50 for 0.10 oz.) has three new and one permanent shade launching with MAC's Mickey Contractor. These include: Gulabi (bright fuchsia), Mehr (dirty blue pink), Mocha (peachy yellow brown), and Yash (deep neutral). ...

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MAC Flesh & Lust Lipglass

MAC Flesh & Lust Lipglass

MAC Mickey Contractor: Flesh & Lust

MAC Lipglass ($14.50 for 0.17 oz.) sees two shades as part of the MAC Mickey Contractor Collection. Flesh (dirty nude brown) is limited edition, while Lust (soft muted pink) is permanent.  Lipglass is a thicker, stickier gloss with a range of...

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