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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2010 is Here!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2010 is Here!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Begins!

Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale has officially kicked off and will last through August 1st at 11:59pm PST. In case you're unfamiliar with it, the Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale spans two weeks with new-for-fall accessories, clothing, shoes, etc. marked down. Beauty...

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The Summer Season: Bobbi Brown Guava Lipstick

The Summer Season: Bobbi Brown Guava Lipstick

Bobbi Brown Guava Lipstick

The Summer Season: Bobbi Brown Guava Lipstick

Bobbi Brown Guava Lip Color ($22.00 for 0.12 oz.) is an opaque shade of peachy coral with no shimmer, just a soft sheen, and a creamy feel and look.  It applies beautifully and makes lips look fuller and softer.  This is a...

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Have you ever paid over retail for a limited edition/discontinued product?

Have you ever paid over retail for a limited edition/discontinued product?

Have you ever paid over retail for a limited edition/discontinued product? If so, what product? How much did you end up snagging it for?

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Hmm. I actually think I would have to say no here. I don't think I have ever paid more than retail for a beauty item, but I could just have a selective memory.

Thanks...

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Lancome French Coquettes Collection for Fall 2010

Lancome French Coquettes Collection for Fall 2010

Lancome French Coquettes Collection for Fall 2010

Ombre Magnetique / Spectacular Sparkle ($25.00)

  • Black Macadam
  • Uban Silver
  • Cherry Cherie

Color Design Eye Shadow Quad ($42.00) (Limited Edition)

  • French Touch

L'Absolu Rouge ($29.00)

  • Rose Divine
  • Parisian Attraction
  • Cherry Kiki

Le Vernis Trio ($25.00)

  • Kissed by...

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theBalm Cabana Boy Blush

theBalm Cabana Boy Blush

Kick Off Your Summer with a Cabana Boy of Your Own

theBalm Cabana Boy Blush ($21.00 for 0.3 oz.) is one whopper of a blush! It's a muted raspberry pink with a subtle golden sheen that looks more luminous than shimmery. It's plenty pigmented, but it can be sheered out for a subtler cheek, too...

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Urban Decay Vegan Eye Makeup Brushes Review, Photos

Urban Decay Vegan Eye Makeup Brushes Review, Photos

Vegan, Eco, and Planet Friendly Brushes

For fall, Urban Decay released a whole slew of brand spankin' new brushes (and as such, are now discounting their older brushes by 50%). There are seven eye brushes, one lip brush, and three...

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Burberry Peony (04) Blush

Burberry Peony (04) Blush

Burberry Peony (04) Blush

Burberry Peony (04) Blush ($42.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a pale neutral pink that can be sheered out for just a hint of color or layered for a more intense, doll-like look.  This is definitely the softest of the three blushes I've seen (the other two being Russet and Cameo), and I...

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Do you ever buy a beauty product just for its packaging?

Do you ever buy a beauty product just for its packaging?

Do you ever buy a beauty product just for its packaging? Do you regret it? Do you use it?

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I've had packaging push me over into buying things, but it's never purely for the packaging - I have to like the insides, too!

Thanks to Alberte for today's question!

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