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Interview with Titi Branch from Miss Jessie's on Holiday Hair Tips, Hairstyle Tips, and Curly Hair Tips

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Interview with Titi Branch from Miss Jessie's on Holiday Hair Tips, Hairstyle Tips, and Curly Hair Tips
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Interview with Titi Branch from Miss Jessie's on Holiday Hair Tips, Hairstyle Tips, and Curly Hair Tips

We had the opportunity to speak to Titi Branch from Miss Jessie's, and we couldn't resist asking her for some holiday hair tips because we know holiday parties are in full swing--so of course, you want to look your very best, from the roots of your hair to the tips of your toes. But first, let us tell...

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MAC Cosmetics - Gordon Espinet; Tips on Holiday Parties and Photos

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MAC Cosmetics - Gordon Espinet; Tips on Holiday Parties and Photos

MAC Cosmetics - Gordon Espinet; Tips on Holiday Parties and Photos

I ran across this helpful article that interviews several leading cosmetic individuals, including Gordon Espinet from MAC Cosmetics, about how to get ready for holiday parties and the inevitable photos that follow. I've included an excerpt, but be sure to head over and read what other artists like...

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Best of Temptalia December 2nd through December 16th

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Best of Temptalia December 2nd through December 16th
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Best of Temptalia December 2nd through December 16th

Holiday 2007

Spring 2008

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Temptalia Asks You - How do you choose a lip combination?

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Temptalia Asks You - How do you choose a lip combination?
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Temptalia Asks You - How do you choose a lip combination?

How do you choose a lip combination? Are there any tips or tricks when it comes to selecting the right color, gloss, etc.?

I personally pick from one family of colors I know works for certain eyeshadow shades. I find corals to be excellent with nearly every color, especially greens; while super dark...

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Makeup Sales & Deals This Week

All of the active deals and sales in beauty in one place. Updated with new deals as they go live!

  • ColourPop — 10% off (a few exclusions apply) w/code TEMPTALIA
  • Cover FX — 15% off your first purchase
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Holiday 2007 - Nails for the Season & Quick Tips for Long-lasting, chip-proof nails

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Holiday 2007 - Nails for the Season & Quick Tips for Long-lasting, chip-proof nails
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Holiday 2007 - Nails for the Season & Quick Tips for Long-lasting, chip-proof nails

Whether you have your nails done professionally or prefer to do them while watching an hour of reality television, we have picked some of our favorites to recommend to you for perfectly polished nails. As always, polishes in reds are always in season when it comes to the holidays, but we are...

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Interview with Anne Rogers, Make Up Artist

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Interview with Anne Rogers, Make Up Artist
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Interview with Anne Rogers, Make Up Artist

We were lucky enough to score an interview with Anne Rogers, age 26, who has spent the past five years working as an independent makeup artist.  She also works at a Med Spa in Houston. She has several educational certificates, including Dinaire Airbrush, Stage Makeup training at Sam Houston State...

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Temptalia Asks You - What's your night time skin regimen?

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Temptalia Asks You - What's your night time skin regimen?
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Temptalia Asks You - What's your night time skin regimen?

What's your night time skin regimen? What steps do you go through or what products do you use?

For me:  1) remove makeup -- I use either makeup remover wipes for really dark shadows or bold lips or a gel cleanser; 2) cleanse face (lovin' Renee Rouleau, of course); 3) anti-aging treatment (if I'm...

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DIY & Homemade Beauty - Honeyed Winter Mask

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DIY & Homemade Beauty - Honeyed Winter Mask

DIY & Homemade Beauty - Honeyed Winter Mask

Honeyed Winter Mask | Dry skin face mask

Ingredients

  • 1/2 an avocado
  • 1/4 cup honey

Directions: Split avocado in half, remove seed, and scoop out the inside of one half.  Place it in a bowl and mash gently. Continue to mash as you stir in 1/4 cup of honey.  If the mask is too thick, add a touch of milk...

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Guest Look -- Brooklyn Diva Shares a Gold and Purple Eye

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Guest Look -- Brooklyn Diva Shares a Gold and Purple Eye
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Guest Look -- Brooklyn Diva Shares a Gold and Purple Eye

She used:

  • Face:L'oreal Hip Foundation (tawny 316), Covergirl Loose Powder (translucent honey)
  • Eyes: Black Radiance shadow creme (Halo/Jewel) used as base, Mac Pigments (Golden Lemon, Pink Pearl, Teal, Kitschmas), L'oreal Volume Shocking mascara, Maybelline Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
  • Lips: L'oreal Hip...

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Clinique - Random Acts of Happiness - Support Big Brothers Big Sisters

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Clinique - Random Acts of Happiness - Support Big Brothers Big Sisters

Clinique - Random Acts of Happiness - Support Big Brothers Big Sisters

Reality TV Star, Whitney Port Celebrated December 14th,"Happy Day" with Clinique By Spreading Holiday Cheer with Random Acts of Happiness in New York!

This year Clinique recruited Whitney Port as our "Happy Ambassador."  On December 14th, she hit the streets of NYC to spread cheer through "Random...

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