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Valentine's Day Prepping - Pucker Up, Part 1

Valentine's Day Prepping - Pucker Up, Part 1

Who doesn't think about lips, kissing, and wanting it to all go smoothly on Valentine's Day? Of course, I may be the only one obsessed with having the most kissable lips this side of the world year-round, but let me share with you a few product finds I've been playing around with for the past month.

Peter...

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Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Him - Boyfriend Tested and Approved

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Him - Boyfriend Tested and Approved

It may be only a few days away, but it's never too late to pick something up for your very favorite boy.  These two ideas were items my boyfriend, who is low maintenance and not into beauty, enjoyed.  Although, admittedly, I think I'll be stealing away his Every Man Jack body wash!

Try the Every Man...

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New York Fashion Week Fall 2008 - Backstage Beauty with MAC at Preen, Jonathan Saunders, Tuleh

New York Fashion Week Fall 2008 - Backstage Beauty with MAC at Preen, Jonathan Saunders, Tuleh

PREEN | The skin was prepped with MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation, followed by an application of Mineralize Skinfinish Duo to contour the face; the matte powder created a scoop in the cheek and the shimmer powder created a highlighting effect. The eye lid was covered with Satin Taupe Eye Shadow,...

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Kryolan Tour, History, and Tidbits

Kryolan Tour, History, and Tidbits

Exciting news, my dearest friends, Temptalia was invited to tour the Kryolan facilities in San Francisco!  Franchesca invited us to take a sneak peek at the show room, as well as take a tour of the on-site production facilities. Claudia Longo, led the tour, while Jake (showroom manager) introduced...

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Step Into My Shoes - Give Me Color, But Subtle?

Step Into My Shoes - Give Me Color, But Subtle?

SCENARIO: I would like to know any suggestions, ideas or help for wearing brighter eyeshadow colors during the day...so in a more subtle way. I am trying to get outside my comfort zone and be more adventurous with brighter colors, but I simply am not sure how to make purple, blue or even pinks look...

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Clinique - QVC Debut Sunday February 17th at 6PM EST!

Clinique - QVC Debut Sunday February 17th at 6PM EST!

I just heard about Clinique launching on QVC, which I think is great for some of you who don't order online, prefer to see someone speak to you on a product before purchasing, and don't live near a Clinique counter.  I am a huge advocate of Clinique products, especially their skincare range, and...

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New York Fashion Week Fall 2008 - Backstage Beauty with MAC at Costello Tagliapietra, Juan Carlos Obando, Ruffian, ThreeAsFour

New York Fashion Week Fall 2008 - Backstage Beauty with MAC at Costello Tagliapietra, Juan Carlos Obando, Ruffian, ThreeAsFour

COSTELLO TAGLIAPIETRA | MAC PRO Red Pepper Lipstick was sheered out on the cheeks to give the skin a slight flush. MAC Paint Pot in Perky was applied to the lid, followed by Quite Natural Paint Pot, which was placed above the lid crease. Cash Flow Paint Pot was added to the inner corner of the eyes...

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Temptalia Asks You - Do you prefer long, short, or fake nails?

Temptalia Asks You - Do you prefer long, short, or fake nails?

Do you prefer long, short, or fake nails? Do you like to keep yours cut close to the fignertip, or are you more of "grow 'em til I can't" person? Or do you prefer to have yours done with acrylics or gels? Tell me about your length!

I keep mine short enough (depending on how well I've curbed my nail...

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Guest Look -- Sarah Shares a Soft Pink and Purple Look

Guest Look -- Sarah Shares a Soft Pink and Purple Look

PRODUCTS NEEDED (ALL MAC): Overcast shadestick, Sweetlust eye shadow, Crystal Avalanche eye shadow, Girlie eye shadow, Sketch eye shadow, bootblack liquid liner, duo glue, # 34 lashes, 224 brush, 252 brush, 242 brush, 272 brush.

  • Step 1: Take Overcast shadestick and apply all over eyelid.
  • Step 2: Take...

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