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Looks - How to Wear Color at the Beach

Looks - How to Wear Color at the Beach

It's rainy and gray outside, but it's Hawaii, so I expect that to change soon enough. Hopefully it does, because we are scheduled to go on an air tour in a few hours! Yesterday, we went to Poipu beach, and since I knew it was a beachy day, I didn't want to wear heavy makeup. I opted for a neutral...

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Essie's Fall 2008 Line Up! Vampy nails are back!

Essie's Fall 2008 Line Up! Vampy nails are back!

I love Essie polishes! They never disappoint me, because they apply smoothly, and the colors are incredibly rich and pigmented. You really don't need two coats with this stuff (though I still go for it). I've never had problems with this brand chipping, and I manage to get my manicure to last...

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LUSH Announces Emotibombs - Bath Bombs For Your Shower!

LUSH Announces Emotibombs - Bath Bombs For Your Shower!

LUSH is releasing a new product called Emotibombs! It's a bath bomb for those who don't have the shower--you get the same aromaatherapy benefits as the bath bomb, without having to fill up your tub (or shower stall). The Emotibombs dissolve slower than the bath bombs, and they have concentrated the...

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FIVE WAYS . . . to wear red lipstick!

FIVE WAYS . . . to wear red lipstick!

Vamp or die! Go bold and totally vampy with dark red lips with subtle shimmer and shine.

Add coral for less OTT red! So red is too bold or too much for you? Try getting a shade with a little bit of coral in it, or even topping your go-to red with a coral gloss. It'll tone down the red a few notches.

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DIY & Homemade Beauty - Honey Cream Mask

DIY & Homemade Beauty - Honey Cream Mask

Honey Cream Mask | Ideal for dry skin

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 3 tablespoons Oats
  • 3 Tablespoons Whipping Cream

Directions: Put whipping cream into a bowl and microwave for fifteen seconds on high. Add and stir in honey until smooth. Use a pestle to grind oats, then add to mixture. Stir until you get...

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Looks - Bright Ocean Teals and Greens

Looks - Bright Ocean Teals and Greens

After we got settled into our hotel yesterday afternoon, I did this bright look. I figured since most of the day was gone, I wouldn't have to worry about it melting off. I'll use today to determine just how much makeup I can wear and tolerate with the humidity and high heat!

You will need the...

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Aloha -- Blogging From Kauai!

Aloha -- Blogging From Kauai!

Aloha, all! For the next week, I am in Kauai (an island of Hawaii), vacationing with my family. (The boy is staying at home, and he gets to be on Mellan-sitting-duty!) Now, don't run off thinking this means the blog will be at a stand still. No, no, NO! I have plenty of content geared up to...

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Philosophy Never Let Them See You Shine Collection

Philosophy Never Let Them See You Shine Collection

Shiny skin got you down? You should check out Philosophy's Never Let Them See You Shine line. The line is a trio of products, consisting of a primer ($20.00), a cleanser ($20.00), and a scrub ($20.00).

The primer feels smooth, velvety - it sinks into the skin and helps keep your makeup looking fresher...

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