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Highlighters & Finishing Powders | 2013 Editor's Favorites

Highlighters & Finishing Powders | 2013 Editor's Favorites

I love a good finishing powder.  I love an ethereal, lit-from-within glow.  There is a very high likelihood of me trying any new formulas or shades that hit the market--I'm just a total fiend for them. I can't wait to see what 2014 brings in this department!

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5 Stunning Metallic Ruby Reds

5 Stunning Metallic Ruby Reds

What is a holiday season without highlighting some of my current set of favorite ruby red-hued beauty products? I'm always on the hunt for more metallic reds, so I look forward to reading your favorites!

  1. OCC Black Metal Dahlia -- a deep, dark burgundy-red with ruby red metallic shimmer
  2. Hourglass Siren --...

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A Few of My Favorite Things - 16 Beauty Indulgences Worth the Splurge

A Few of My Favorite Things - 16 Beauty Indulgences Worth the Splurge

One question I get asked a lot prior to Sephora's winter sale (20% off for VIBs with code VIBTOPIA, 11/7 through 11/11!) is, "What do you recommend?" This is a loaded question! There are so many ways to answer this question! The way I tend to frame my answer is in the context of,...

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The Best Holiday Palettes for Holiday 2013

The Best Holiday Palettes for Holiday 2013

Too Faced Be Merry, Be Bright Kat Von D Spellbinding theBalm Balm Voyage Urban Decay Vice 2 Eyeshadow Palette Sugarpill Cold Chemistry LORAC Pro Palette Too Faced Pretty Rebel Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder Sleek MakeUP Vintage Romance

As promised, here are my top picks for palettes to snag during the holidays! :)  Also... as I review other palettes from the holidays (I don't think I have too many more!) and find other great choices, I'll be sure to add them here.

  1. Too Faced Be Merry, Be Bright Set ($45.00 for 1.28 oz.) consists of...

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Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette ($58.00 for 0.35 oz.) contains three shades of the brand's Ambient Lighting Powders. The three shades include Dim Light and Radiant Light, both which are part of the permanent range, and a new (and limited...

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette ($58.00 for 0.35 oz.) contains three shades of the brand's Ambient Lighting...

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Hourglass Radiant Light Ambient Lighting Powder

Hourglass Radiant Light Ambient Lighting Powder ($45.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "golden beige powder." It's a subdued, light-medium peach-orange with golden shimmer. Because of the type of product it is, it sheers out considerably...

Hourglass Radiant Light Ambient Lighting Powder ($45.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "golden beige powder."...

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Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil Review & Photos

Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil Review & Photos

Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil ($42.00 for 0.25 oz.) is supposed to help lips look better both in the short-term as well as over the long-term by conditioning, hydrating, and relieving dry and chapped lips. The applicator is a "24-karat gold-plated,...

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Hourglass Mood Light Ambient Lighting Powder

Hourglass Mood Light Ambient Lighting Powder ($45.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "soft, sheer lavender pink powder." It's a nearly-matte, pale pink with neutral undertones. The aim of this powder is to imitate the "softest, most...

Hourglass Mood Light Ambient Lighting Powder ($45.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "soft, sheer lavender pink...

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Hourglass Luminous Light Ambient Lighting Powder

Hourglass Luminous Light Ambient Lighting Powder ($45.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "champagne pearl." It's a light peach with a white shimmer but really goes on mostly colorless on the skin. This shade is designed to "create a soft,...

Hourglass Luminous Light Ambient Lighting Powder ($45.00 for 0.35 oz.) is described as a "champagne pearl." It's a...

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Hourglass Ambient Powder Brush Review, Photos

Hourglass Ambient Powder Brush Review, Photos

Hourglass Ambient Powder Brush ($35.00) is described as a "densely-packed, baby-soft powder brush." It is, like its name would suggest, designed to be used with the brand's Ambient Lighting Powders, which are finishing powders. The bristles are made using high-grade...

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