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tokidoki Perfetto Eyeliner (Mostro, Ciao Ciao)

tokidoki Perfetto Eyeliner (Mostro, Ciao Ciao)

tokidoki Perfetto Eyeliner -- Love the Applicator, Not Sold on the Shades

tokidoki Perfetto Eyeliner ($16.00) is a felt-tip liquid liner pen. It comes in eight shades: Rondine Love (white), Donutella (medium pink), Ciao Ciao (periwinkle), Arlecchino (dark blue), Mostro (spring green), SANDy (dark green), Carina (eggplant),...

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Benefit Ultra Shines Lip Shine

Benefit Ultra Shines Lip Shine

New Lipgloss in Town -- Benefit High Shines

In June, Benefit will launch a new lipgloss called Ultra Shines Lip Shine, which will retail for $18 fo 0.17 fl. oz. There will be five shades available: Back to the Fuchsia (sparkling...

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Do you like shopping at makeup counters or prefer self-serve displays (like Sephora)?

Do you like shopping at makeup counters or prefer self-serve displays (like Sephora)?

Do you like shopping at makeup counters or prefer self-serve displays (like Sephora)? What's your preference?

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I like laid-back makeup counters, because I do like to peruse without being bothered or sold to, but I do like having someone dedicated to the line there in case I do need help. I love the...

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NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils: Swatches

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils: Swatches

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils:  Swatches

Dusty swatched the entire range of NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils AND he did a video on how to de-stick them, for those of you who would prefer them in pot-form. Big thanks to Dusty for taking the time to swatch 'em all! :)  (Psst, you should subscribe to his channel if you...

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What if... you could only keep ten beauty products from your stash?

What if... you could only keep ten beauty products from your stash?

What if... you could only keep ten beauty products from your stash?

What would you have to keep?  What would you cry but say goodbye to?

Now, I'd...

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The Summer Season: Dolce & Gabbana Sheer (#130) Shine Lipstick

The Summer Season: Dolce & Gabbana Sheer (#130) Shine Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Lipstick

The Summer Season: Dolce & Gabbana Sheer (#130) Shine Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Sheer (#130) Shine Lipstick ($30.00) is a fiery orange-red. I didn't even realize it, but I also featured it as part of The Scarlet Season. Even though it's a Shine Lipstick, it's so, so...

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The Summer Season: gloMinerals Passion Fruit Lipstick

The Summer Season: gloMinerals Passion Fruit Lipstick

The Summer Season: gloMinerals Passion Fruit Lipstick

GloMinerals Passion Fruit GloLip Lipstick ($16.50 for 0.12 oz.) is a rich shade of coral-orange with an almost reddish tint. It has no shimmr but a very soft glossed-over sheen. It is a full-color coverage lipstick that feels creamy without...

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This Week's Beauty Report: Saturday, April 17th, 2010

This Week's Beauty Report: Saturday, April 17th, 2010

This Week's Beauty Report: Saturday, April 17th, 2010

  • Bond No. 9 debuts their latest fragrance, Saks-En-Rose. Top notes include Lantana Leaves, Dry Dates, and Mace; heart notes include Orange Rose, Tuberose, and Orris; and base notes include Amber, Musk, and Sandalwood.
  • Kimora Lee Simmons also launched...

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NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil (Hot Pink, Yellow, Horse Raddish, Oyster, Yogurt)

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil (Hot Pink, Yellow, Horse Raddish, Oyster, Yogurt)

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil ($4.00) are oversized (hence the jumbo!) pencils that can be used as eyeliners or shadows, according to NYX. It's available in twenty-four shades, ranging from black to blue to yellow.

I like them best...

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