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Philosophy Kiss Me Exfoliating Lip Scrub Review, Photos

Philosophy Kiss Me Exfoliating Lip Scrub Review, Photos

Gentle Lip Exfoliator:  Philosophy Kiss Me

Philosophy Kiss Me Exfoliating Lip Scrub ($15.00 for 0.5 oz.) is a very thin, sugar-based scrub with a strong peppermint scent (and the tingle that comes from it).

This works when it works, but it needs to be stored with the cap facing upwards, and you might...

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YSL #17 Ivory Beige/Deep Black Eyeshadow Duo

YSL #17 Ivory Beige/Deep Black Eyeshadow Duo

YSL #17 Ivory Beige/Deep Black Eyeshadow Duo ($41.00 for 0.09 oz.) features a yellow-toned beige with a matte finish and a deep black with a near matte finish (just a smidgen of shimmer). I purchased this eons ago when YSL had their (first!) Friends & Family Sale, because I fell in love with it when...

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The Summer Season: Urban Decay 5150 Lipstick

The Summer Season: Urban Decay 5150 Lipstick

The Summer Season: Urban Decay 5150 Lipstick

Urban Decay 5150 Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a reddish-coral with an orange edge and lots of shimmer. It's nearly opaque and finishes with a glossy sheen. Even though it's described as a coral, it reads quite redder than coral on my lips, but it's...

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Do you leave the house without makeup?

Do you leave the house without makeup?

Do you leave the house without makeup? Do you have to have something on before you leave?

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It's not often, but I definitely do. I'd say maybe 1 out of 5 times, I'll go out with nothing, and many times, just tinted moisturizer! (Thank goodness for tinted moisturizer!)

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NARS Summer 2010 Collection (Belle du Jour)

NARS Summer 2010 Collection (Belle du Jour)

NARS Belle du Jour Collection for Summer 2010

The NARS Summer 2010 Campaign was created and photographed by NARS Founder and Creative Director François Nars. Once again, François turned to his dear friend Amber Valletta and transformed her, drawing inspiration from longtime muse Catherine...

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Win a MAC Prep for Colour Goodies!

Win a MAC Prep for Colour Goodies!

Win a MAC Prep for Colour Goodies!

One (1) lucky winner will receive several of the new products from Prep for Colour! (Retail value $73!)

  • Prep + Prime Skin Brightening Serum ($30)
  • Hey Eyeshadow ($14.50)
  • Sorcery Eyeshadow ($14.50)
  • Just Add Colour Lipglass ($14, not pictured)

RULES: All entries must be...

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The Summer Season: Dolce & Gabbana Pink Lipstick

The Summer Season: Dolce & Gabbana Pink Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Pink Lipstick

The Summer Season: Dolce & Gabbana Pink Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Pink Lipstick ($30) is a pretty-in-strawberry-pink with a soft, frosted sheen. It's not an ultra cool pink, though it does have cooler undertones. It is a semi-sheer lipstick that delivers some color but...

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5-Minute Makeup Look & How to Wear Bright Lipstick

5-Minute Makeup Look & How to Wear Bright Lipstick

5-Minute Makeup Look & How to Wear Bright Lipstick

With all of the Summer Season lipsticks we've featured (and the many more to come!), it's only natural to wonder how one can wear some of those vibrant, retina-burning shades. One of my favorite ways (and easiest!) is to pair whatever bright lip you...

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Design Your Own Tote with Bloomingdales & Rebecca Minkoff!

Design Your Own Tote with Bloomingdales & Rebecca Minkoff!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Bloomingdale's. All opinions are 100% mine.

Designer Your Own Tote with Bloomingdales & Rebecca Minkoff!

Bloomingdale's is holding a Tote-ally Green design contest! It's all about creating and designing a fun, reusable tote to make everyone's life a...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #023

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #023

Welcome to Free For Haul Fridays!

A play on Oh No They Didn't's "Free For All Fridays," every Friday is Free For Haul Fridays! Friday is a day for fun -- whether you're already off enjoying your weekend or if you just need a way to get through til the end of the work day, FFH is here for you!

Share your...

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