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Dior Five Golds Eyeshadow Quint

Dior Five Golds Eyeshadow Quint

Metallics Done Right!

Dior Five Golds Eyeshadow Quint ($58.00 for 0.21 oz.) is one of two new and limited edition holiday quints.  As indicated, it includes five shades of eyeshadow, and this is a palette with a rather metallic feel and look.  I purchased this as part...

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This Week's Sales for November 15th, 2010

This Week's Sales for November 15th, 2010

This Week's Sales for November 15th, 2010

  • Beauty.com: Get $10 off orders of $60+ whenever you click through THIS LINK.
  • Benefit: Free shipping over purchases of $50+, use code PRETTY50. Free international shipping with purchases of $115+, use code WORLD115 (excludes Asia). Free shipping with any order of...

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Rescue Beauty Lounge: Au Chocolat, Atame, Moulin Rouge

Rescue Beauty Lounge: Au Chocolat, Atame, Moulin Rouge

Rescue Beauty Lounge: Au Chocolat, Atame, Moulin Rouge

Rescue Beauty Lounge recently held their annual 50% off sale, and I must admit, I indulged. I've been waiting for this sale for months (ever since buying my first RBLs). I could have sworn...

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Bobbi Brown Sparkle Glamour Quad

Bobbi Brown Sparkle Glamour Quad

When Things Get Too Glamorous

Bobbi Brown Sparkle Glamour Quad ($40.00 for 0.40 oz.) looks prettier in promos than it does in real life, and it's prettier in the pan than it is on the eyes. This palette requires some practice in addition to patience, because the glitter will get everywhere--you may...

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What's your favorite holiday collection (from 2010)?

What's your favorite holiday collection (from 2010)?

What's your favorite holiday collection from this year? Share your thoughts!

I think it may be NARS' Holiday 2010, which feels so unexpected.

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

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Win $90 in Benefit!

Win $90 in Benefit!

Win $90 in Benefit!

One (1) lucky winner will receive Benefit's Sugarbomb Blush, Birthday Suit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow, High Beam, and BadGal Lash Mascara! (Retail value $18!)

Congratulations to R.R.!

RULES: All entries must be submitted by November 18th, 2010 at 11:59 PM PST. This contest is open to all...

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How do you feel about organic makeup?

How do you feel about organic makeup?

How do you feel about organic makeup? Share your thoughts!

If it's something I'm looking for, I want to ensure that the product is really organic and not just using buzz words to get my attention. I've never experienced greater efficacy with an organic product over non-organic product myself.

Thanks...

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Halloween Looks: Rebecca, Kerri, Maria, Yashi

Halloween Looks: Rebecca, Kerri, Maria, Yashi

Halloween Looks: Rebecca, Kerri, Maria, Yashi

Rebecca opted for a retro look, while Kerri drew inspiration from peacocks.  Maria went dramatic with a look taken from Avatar's Na'vi, and Yashi was inspired by a painting by Sylvia Ji.

Check out their looks!

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Vincent Longo Aurelia Perfect Shine Lip Gloss

Vincent Longo Aurelia Perfect Shine Lip Gloss

A Little Shine, A Little Shimmer

Vincent Longo Aurelia Perfect Shine Lip Gloss ($22.00 for 0.24 oz.) is an ultra sheer pink-shimmered plum-tinged gloss. It does not do much to change-up the color of my lips--maybe a touch darker--but it does add a fine...

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