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NARS Stylo Eyeliner (Blue Bayou, Nuits Blanches)

NARS Stylo Eyeliner (Blue Bayou, Nuits Blanches)

Long-wearing Liner:  NARS Eyeliner Stylo in Bayou Blue and Nuits Blances

NARS Eyeliner Stylo ($27.00 for 0.02 oz.) was recently released just in time for the fall/holiday seasons as a brand new product by NARS. It is touted to be a long-wearing, quick-drying liquid liner delivered via a felt-tip...

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Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shower Gel Review & Photo

Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shower Gel Review & Photo

Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath Review

Philosophy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath ($16.00 for 16 oz.) is yet another fun, aromatic scent from Philosophy, just in time for the fall and holiday season. I already reviewed a few of their other...

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Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Minimalist

Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Minimalist

Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Minimalist

Sometimes us beauty addicts just love to share our love for all that is beauty, but not everyone in our life is nearly as dedicated as us... enter beauty-themed gifts that are great to receive, even if you're not a beauty buff.

Whenever I look to...

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The Scarlet Season: Illamasqua Encounter Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Illamasqua Encounter Lipstick

Illamasqua Encounter Lipstick

The Scarlet Season: Illamasqua Encounter Lipstick

Illamasqua Encounter Lipstick ($20.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a matte, bright true-red with a slight touch of orange in its base. While some of Illamasqua's lipsticks can be drying, Encounter is about as dry as I'd expect for...

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Temptalia Asks You - Do you purchase beauty/makeup products off of eBay/auction sites?

Temptalia Asks You - Do you purchase beauty/makeup products off of eBay/auction sites?

Do you purchase beauty/makeup products off of eBay/auction sites? Or are you too leery?

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I have, but it's on very rare occasions. I do prefer to purchase from known retailers myself (Nordstrom, Sephora, etc.).

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Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Newly Addicted

Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Newly Addicted

Holiday 2009 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Newly Addicted

Whether you're shopping for a gift to give a younger sister, a darling niece, maturing daughter, or your newly-turned-beauty-addict best friend... these are some of my favorites to give to someone who's just beginning their journey into the...

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The Scarlet Season: MAC Cult of Cherry Lipglass

The Scarlet Season: MAC Cult of Cherry Lipglass

MAC Cult of Cherry Lipglass

The Scarlet Season: MAC Cult of Cherry Lipglass

MAC Cult of Cherry Lipglass ($14.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a semi-opaque ruby red with gold shimmer laced throughout. When worn alone (on my lips), it actually brings out the natural pink in my lips while adding some redness to...

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Temptalia Asks You - Do you like to receive beauty/makeup as a gift?

Temptalia Asks You - Do you like to receive beauty/makeup as a gift?

Do you like to receive beauty/makeup as a gift? Or do you prefer to buy for yourself?

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I very rarely do -- there are occasions where I've asked, but I'm 1) too impatient to wait and 2) don't want my friends/family enabling me even more!

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