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2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 6 -- Hair Care

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 6 -- Hair Care

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 6 -- Hair Care

I think it's important to give you quick background on my hair, because of course, that's what I test and review based on -- my hair and my experience! My hair has been shoulder-length or longer for the majority of the year. I very rarely style it...

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Bright Makeup: Fuchsia & Purple

Bright Makeup: Fuchsia & Purple

I mentioned last look that the next one would definitely have some color, and I'd say this one certainly does!

I thought I'd show a really cool, pale pink kind of lip with this look (I'm a bit warm-toned for it, IMO, but my boyfriend adores the color -- go figure), but also how a brighter pink lip...

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2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 5 -- Skincare & Bodycare

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 5 -- Skincare & Bodycare

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 5 -- Skincare & Bodycare

Just a quick note about skincare:  skincare is very individual. What works on my skin may not work on yours, and what works on your skin may not work on mine!  These awards are completely based on my experience with these products.  All...

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2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 4 -- Lips, Nails, & Tools

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 4 -- Lips, Nails, & Tools

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 4 -- Lips, Nails, & Tools

Each award is broken down into a best high-end winner and budget-friendly winner. For each award, the winning brand/product gets a brief description of why, and where appropriate, a link to any in-depth review. These awards are given out...

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New Year's Eve Makeup Ideas

New Year's Eve Makeup Ideas

New Year's Eve Makeup Ideas

Dramatic & Bold Smoky Eye: If you love something ultra smoky with lots of black, false lashes, and smoldering, this all-black smoky eye may be your cup of tea.

Smoky Grays: Silvers and grays are what I identify the "original" smoky eye with -- this is just one take on the...

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2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 3 -- The Cheeks & Face

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 3 -- The Cheeks & Face

2009 Editor's Choice Awards -- Part 3 -- The Cheeks & Face

Each award is broken down into a best high-end winner and budget-friendly winner. For each award, the winning brand/product gets a brief description of why, and where appropriate, a link to any in-depth review. These awards are given out by...

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What concealers have you tried that have worked?

What concealers have you tried that have worked?

What concealers have you tried that have worked? What are your favorites?

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I like YSL's Touche Eclat, but it goes bad so quickly! I'm testing out Benefit's new one right now, so far so good. I also like Eve Pearl's Salmon Concealer, but it can sometimes be a little *too* creamy.

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