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Sonia Kashuk Starry Eyes Eye Palette

Sonia Kashuk Starry Eyes Eye Palette

Holiday Makeup: Subtle Glam?

Sonia Kashuk Starry Eyes Eye Palette ($14.99) is a mix of six eyeshadows--three glittery, three matte--for the holiday season.

My favorite part about this palette is the outside casing -- it's this shimmery, sequin-y black case that sparkles in the light. It's really...

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Holiday Makeup: Winter Wonderland in Blues

Holiday Makeup: Winter Wonderland in Blues

Here's a wintry wonderland kind of look! There's not much to it, and I tried to stick with mostly permanent eyeshadow shades as well. I felt like I hadn't done a blue-ish look in awhile, so I figured I should knock one out!

Happy Wednesday!

You will need the following...

  • Eyes: Soft Ochre paint pot...

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Estee Lauder Opulent Shimmer Powder

Estee Lauder Opulent Shimmer Powder

Add a Little Holiday Opulence to Your Look

Estee Lauder Opulent Shimmer Powder ($32.00) is a limited edition, holiday highlighter from Este Lauder's Ultimate Red Collection.

It has this kind of basketweave-esque pattern on the outer portion of it, which is slightly bronzer, while the inner hexagon is...

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Philosophy The Gingerbread Man Body Scrub Review, Photos

Philosophy The Gingerbread Man Body Scrub Review, Photos

Scrub-a-dub with Philosophy's The Gingerbread Man

Philosophy The Gingerbread Man Body Scrub ($25.00 for 23 oz.) is a hot salt scrub with a citrus-y ginger scent.

I was actually disappointed that this didn't smell more like gingerbread, because it was definitely more...

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Dolce & Gabbana Gold Shine Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Shine Lipstick

Holiday Dazzle:  Dolce & Gabbana Gold Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Shine Lipstick ($30.00) is a shimmery, shiny dose of bronzy-copper with flecks of coppery gold. This is not really a shade that works best alone but as a layering tool. This is a great lipstick to...

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How long does your lipstick wear?

How long does your lipstick wear?

How long does your lipstick wear? What are your tips for maximizing the wear of your lipstick

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Exfoliate and prep lips for color, use lip liner all over the lips, use clear liner, and apply with a lip brush!

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The Scarlet Season: Lancome Retro Rouge Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Lancome Retro Rouge Lipstick

Lancome Retro Rouge Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Lancome Retro Rouge Lipstick

Lancome Retro Rouge Color Design Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a creamy, opaque shade that gives you full coverage in just one swipe. It's a bold, bright cheery red with just a touch of pink. It has a lovely glossy...

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Illamasqua Avenge Lipstick

Illamasqua Avenge Lipstick

Illamasqua Avenge Lipstick

Brighten Up the Winter:  Illamasqua Avenge Lipstick

Illamasqua Avenge Lipstick (£14.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a new shade from their winter collection Dystopia. It's a hot fuchsia pink with cool undertones and a matte finish. It has just a touch of sheen, but it really is quite...

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Stila on Sale @ HauteLook

Stila on Sale @ HauteLook

Stila on Sale @ HauteLook!

Stila is now on sale at HauteLook next Monday (December 7th) at 8AM PST. HauteLook holds beauty sample sales periodically, and often you can pick up some of your favorites for 50% off (sometimes more, sometimes less). Here's hoping you'll enjoy yourself some Stila deals!...

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