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Temptalia Asks You - What was the best gift you've ever received?

Temptalia Asks You - What was the best gift you've ever received?

What was the best gift you've ever received? What made it so outsanding -- something sentimental, the item itself, what?

For me, while I have received a great many wonderful gifts, I think one of the most sentimental gifts was a sterling silver heart-shaped locket my boyfriend gave me for my...

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Myriad of Mascara - Estee Lauder Projectionist Mascara

Myriad of Mascara - Estee Lauder Projectionist Mascara

ESTEE PROJECTIONIST MASCARA ($21.00)

High drama for every single lash. Now you can project thicker, longer, more defined and lustrous lashes that highlight your beautiful eyes. VolumAire formula creates weightless volume and sharp definition that resists clumping. Hollow spherical polymers act like...

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Nadine Haobsh Q&A Session For Beauty Confidential

Nadine Haobsh Q&A Session For Beauty Confidential

Nadine Haobsh has recently published her book entitled Beauty Confidential. Nadine brings beauty to your door step with this humorous and guilty-pleasure-reading book with all sorts of tips, tricks, and secrets on how to look your very best. This is a great stocking stuffer for your favorite beauty...

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Temptalia Partners with Total Beauty

Temptalia Partners with Total Beauty

I'm pleased to announce that Temptalia has partnered with TotalBeauty.com, and we encourage you to join their private debut. They launch to the general public December 6th, but you can still join and get a taste of this brand new beauty site that gives independent advice and reviews to you.

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Clinique's Rinse-Off Eye Makeup Solvent Review

Clinique's Rinse-Off Eye Makeup Solvent Review

Clinique Rinse-Off Eye Makeup Solvent ($14.50)

Fast, rinse-off eye makeup dissolver. For quick makeup changes, repairs. Cleans up eyes easily without disturbing other makeup. No rubbing. No smudging. No oil. Use day or night. Cleanse one eye area at a time. Moisten 100% cotton ball with Rinse-Off Eye...

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Temptalia Asks You - What do you do to fill up your days?

Temptalia Asks You - What do you do to fill up your days?

What do you do to fill up your days? Beauty is fun and all, but what is everyone doing for their days (or nights)? Are you a full-time career woman, devoted mom, studious student (giggle)?

Me? Temptalia is like a full time job where you don't get paid, but you put in all the effort and energy for it....

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MAC Cosmetics - The Stylistics Event

MAC Cosmetics - The Stylistics Event

Just got back from The Stylistics event at Valley Fair! I attended with my boyfriend, and a few artists joked that we were the best dressed couple there. Cute, right? My boyfriend's such a stud, but he refuses to let me share his moneymaker with you all (I even tried pouting). I ran into a few of my...

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Looks - Teal with Blue, Slight Smoky Eye, for Stylistics

Looks - Teal with Blue, Slight Smoky Eye, for Stylistics

I used Teal pigment on lid, Aquavert eyeshadow on inner lid, Shimmermoss eyeshadow on middle of lid, Freshwater eyeshadow on outer lid, Deep Truth eyeshadow on outer crease, Carbon eyeshadow in outer crease, Aquavert eyeshadow above crease, Motif eyeshadow on brow, Aquavert eyeshadow on lower lash...

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DuWop's Lip Venom Mini Trio #2 (Limited Edition) Review

DuWop's Lip Venom Mini Trio #2 (Limited Edition) Review

DuWop Lip Venom Mini Trio #2 ($21.00)

A set of three powerful lip-plumping glosses. Already a classic, Lip Venom was the very first pout-pumping gloss on the market. It enhances the natural color and shape of the lips by increasing circulation with a blend of essential oils including cinnamon and...

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MAC Cosmetics - The Stylistics Review, Swatches, and Product Images

MAC Cosmetics - The Stylistics Review, Swatches, and Product Images

Overall, The Stylistics proves to be a very lovely, dazzling collection of pearls, baubles, and all-around classy packaging. Indeed, the packaging is incredibly reminiscent of last year's Couture collection, with a few exceptions; obviously, the embellishments are different from last year's, but...

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