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Summer Sun Care - Introduction to UVA, UVB, UVC and Fitzpatrick Classification

Summer Sun Care - Introduction to UVA, UVB, UVC and Fitzpatrick Classification

As spring fades away and summer starts to roll in, we want you to have fun and take care of yourself with the additional sun exposure. Over the next several weeks, we will be giving you the low down on sunscreens, self-tanners, and after-sun products from Shiseido to Olay. Today, I want to...

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Temptalia Asks You - What is the boldest eyeshadow combo you have ever worn?

Temptalia Asks You - What is the boldest eyeshadow combo you have ever worn?

What is the boldest eyeshadow combo you have ever worn? Just in terms of what you've worn, not necessarily the rest of the world! What eyeshadow combo was really noticeable and wow! for you?

Gosh, I couldn't even tell you! I think I've done plenty of blue shadow looks that would count for boldest! ...

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SamyPure - Smooth & Shine Shampoo and Conditioner Review

SamyPure - Smooth & Shine Shampoo and Conditioner Review

SamyPure All Natural Smooth & Shine Shampoo/Conditioner ($5.99 each)

Sometimes I am skeptical about natural products, because I haven't had the best experienes in the past with this genre of products. I am happy to say that SamyPure's Shampoo and Conditioner system works as well as my last reviewed...

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The Ingredients Guide - Comedogenic, Irritating Ingredients To Watch For

The Ingredients Guide - Comedogenic, Irritating Ingredients To Watch For

Last week, I asked how many of you paid attention to the ingredients list on your beauty products--what was the majority answer? No, not at all; it is not a concern for you. As a beauty junkie, I have (and probably will not any time soon) not become an ingredient wizkid, simply because all of...

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Temptalia Asks You - Are there certain colors/products you won't use during certain seasons?

Temptalia Asks You - Are there certain colors/products you won't use during certain seasons?

Are there certain colors/products you won't use during certain seasons? For example, since it's spring, do you skip summery colors on the eyes or really bronzed cheeks?

I wouldn't say I avoid anything, but sometimes I'll notice something I do is kind of "summery" during a non-summer season or the look...

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Weekend Reads

Weekend Reads

Weekend reads from the Beauty Blog Network...

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Temptalia Asks You - Do you prefer using a separate sunscreen product or want it included in your moisturizer/foundation?

Temptalia Asks You - Do you prefer using a separate sunscreen product or want it included in your moisturizer/foundation?

Do you prefer using a separate sunscreen product or want it included in your moisturizer/foundation? Why do you go one way or the other?

I prefer it in my moisturizer over anything else, just because I feel like I get great coverage with a moisturizer vs. a foundation. I do also have separate...

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Looks - Smoky Blues with Green Gold

Looks - Smoky Blues with Green Gold

I used Rollickin' paint pot on lid, Gorgeous Gold eyeshadow on inner lid, Freshwater eyeshadow on middle lid, Deep Truth eyeshadow on outer lid and crease, Electric Eel eyeshadow on middle-outer lid, Gorgeous Gold eyeshadow above crease, White Tie eyeshadow on brow bone and inner tearduct, Gorgeous...

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Temptalia Asks You - What do you look for in a perfect foundation?

Temptalia Asks You - What do you look for in a perfect foundation?

What do you look for in a perfect foundation? Have you found the perfect one? Come close? Share your recommendations and how they measure up against your requirements!

Studio Fix Fluid is the closest I've come. For me, I need a light-to-medium foundation that has a matte finish that doesn't look...

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MAC Cosmetics - Ungaro Collection for October?

MAC Cosmetics - Ungaro Collection for October?

WWD reports...

"Esteban gave me very great inspiration," she said, naming words such as "organic" and "pebble." "I went a bit further along that path and went to see Monet's water lilies at the Orangerie." The lilacs and pale blues she noted were then channeled into makeup. To fete Cortazar's debut...

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