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Sephora Favorites - Best of the Best Try-Me Kits

Sephora Favorites - Best of the Best Try-Me Kits

Have you checked out Sephora Favorites?

They're pre-packaged kits/sets of Sephora's favorite/popular products from different categories. For example, there's Lashstash Mascara Deluxe Sampler, which features eleven different "most wanted mascaras" for $39. There are ten kits in total, from pink lips...

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Illamasqua: Encounter Lipstick, Obey Lipstick, Lily Rose Sheer Lipgloss Photos, Swatches, Reviews

Illamasqua: Encounter Lipstick, Obey Lipstick, Lily Rose Sheer Lipgloss Photos, Swatches, Reviews

Illamasqua: Lip Focus

I am absolutely in LOVE with Illamasqua's Lipsticks (£14.00 each). The texture, pigmentation, and feel of the two I tried is phenomenal -- incredibly smooth, extremely color-rich, and moisturizing. The wear time is top notch, giving me several hours and lasting through...

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Illamasqua: Nail Varnishes in Phallic and Loella Photos, Swatches, Reviews

Illamasqua: Nail Varnishes in Phallic and Loella Photos, Swatches, Reviews

Illamasqua: Nail Varnishes

Everybody's been talking about new UK brand Illamasqua, and for good reason--it's not just hype. For now, let's talk about their Nail Varnish (£12.50 for 15ml) -- I tried out Phallic, which is a rich, deep dark midnight-blue with silver-blue glitter; and Loella, which is a...

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Beauty Basics: MAC Eye Brushes

Beauty Basics: MAC Eye Brushes

Beauty Basics: MAC Eye Brushes

Considering investing in brushes for your eyeshadows? Trying to figure out which brushes you need? Look no further -- here's our guide to MAC Eye Brushes! Plus, seasoned MAC Artists weigh in with their must-haves!

MAC Eye Brushes -- Our Reviews

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Chantecaille Sylvie Personal Collection for Fall 2009

Chantecaille Sylvie Personal Collection for Fall 2009

Chantecaille Sylvie Personal Collection for Fall 2009

Chic and sophisticated, the Sylvie Personal Collection embodies today’s strong, modern woman. Sparked by the energy and excitement of the city, this new collection speaks to women who are active, engaged and stylish—women who find beauty in a...

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Temptalia Asks You - What makeup do you take with you when you travel?

Temptalia Asks You - What makeup do you take with you when you travel?

What makeup do you take with you when you travel? Say you're going somewhere for a week?

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I'd take 2 15-pan palettes, a couple of pigments, 5-10 lipsticks/lipglosses, 3-5 blushes, a few eye liner, and of course, the usual staples (foundation, moisturizer, etc.)!

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MAC Cosmetics Colour Craft Collection Facecharts

MAC Cosmetics Colour Craft Collection Facecharts

MAC Cosmetics Colour Craft Collection Facecharts

Here are eight face charts designed and created for their upcoming Colour Craft Collection! :)

Colour Craft

Skin

  • Brow Highlight: Passionate Eye Shadow (left eye) with 222 Brush
  • Eyelid: Fresh Green Mix Mineralize Eye Shadow (solid shade)(inner, centre) with...

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MAC Cosmetics Graphic Garden Collection Facecharts

MAC Cosmetics Graphic Garden Collection Facecharts

MAC Cosmetics Graphic Garden Collection Facecharts

Baby Blooms

Skin

  • Foundation: Mineralize Satinfinish SPF 15 Foundation with 188 Brush
  • Blush: Dollymix Sheertone Shimmer Blush with 116 Brush

Eyes

  • Brows: Clear Brow Set
  • Primer: Prep + Prime Eye with 242 Brush
  • Brow Highlight: Social Climber Eye Shadow with 239...

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Temptalia Asks You - What eyeshadows have you hit pan on?

Temptalia Asks You - What eyeshadows have you hit pan on?

What eyeshadows have you hit pan on? Which shades?

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Bronze, Goldmine, Gorgeous Gold, Lucky Green, Ricepaper... I think there are a few more, but not too many, ha!

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