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5 Shades of Green Eyeshadow

5 Shades of Green Eyeshadow

With St. Patrick's Day on the 17th, there was no way I could miss an opportunity to feature a few of my favorite green eyeshadows! Last week, I featured some bright greens, so this time around, I went for darker, smokier greens.  What are your favorite green eyeshadows?

  1. Urban Decay Bender -- a smoky...

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MAC Eyeshadow Swatches: Corals & Oranges

MAC Eyeshadow Swatches: Corals & Oranges

Welcome to Swatch Sunday (which might also be seen on Saturday, depending on how much we have to share)! I can't always review products with full, in-depth reviews, but sometimes, I can at least give you photos and swatches, and then also provide a link to dupes and comparisons for those interested!...

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Revlon Peach Light PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator

Revlon Peach Light PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator ($12.99 for 1.0 fl. oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-beige with a soft, warm undertone and a fine gold shimmer. bareMinerals The Magic Moment (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery. Becca Rose Gold (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery,...

Revlon Peach Light PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator ($12.99 for 1.0 fl. oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-beige with a soft, warm undertone and a...

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Sisley Paris Petal (L13) Phyto-Rouge Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick

Sisley Paris Petal (L13) Phyto-Rouge Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick ($55.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a medium, pink-coral with warm undertones and a soft, satin shimmer finish. Bobbi Brown Ballerina Shimmer (12) (P, $25.00) is sheerer, more...

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Round-up: theBalm Eyeshadows

Round-up: theBalm Eyeshadows

If there's anything to be learned from reviewing 44 eyeshadows individually, it is that even a "single" formula can vary! I wish theBalm Eyeshadows performed more consistently and consistently better, as when all the ratings were averaged, the overall rating was a B. I feel...

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10 of the Best Bright Lipsticks for Under $10

10 of the Best Bright Lipsticks for Under $10

Go bold or go home with these ten picks for bold, bright lips--perfect for spring or summer--and all for less than $10! You can view these ten in the Swatch Gallery if desired. What are your top picks for a budget-friendly bright lipstick?

  1. Revlon Flirtatious -- a shimmery, cool-toned red
  2. L'Oreal Pink...

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Guerlain Terracotta Collection for Summer 2014

Guerlain Terracotta Collection for Summer 2014

In 1984, Guerlain revolutionized the way a beautiful bronzed look was achieved. The endless hours in the sun to attain that perfect glow while also causing damage to the skin, could now be traded in for a healthier, much quicker way to “tan.”...

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theBalm #37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44 Eyeshadows

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theBalm #37 Eyeshadow Single
#37
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theBalm #38 Eyeshadow Single
#38
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theBalm #39 Eyeshadow Single
#39
B

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theBalm #40 Eyeshadow Single
#40
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theBalm #41 Eyeshadow Single
#41
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theBalm #42 Eyeshadow Single
#42
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theBalm #43 Eyeshadow Single
#43
C

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theBalm #44 Eyeshadow Single
#44
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Sisley Paris Mango (3) Phyto-Blush Eclat

Sisley Paris Mango (3) Phyto-Blush Eclat ($85.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a light-medium peach with a satiny, golden sheen. Hourglass Dim Infusion (P, $35.00) is darker. NARS Sex Appeal (P, $29.00) is pinker. MAC Cream Soda (LE, $21.00) is more matte,...

Sisley Paris Mango (3) Phyto-Blush Eclat ($85.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a light-medium peach with a satiny, golden...

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Sisley Paris Toffee (7) Phyto-Ombre Eclat Eye Shadow

Sisley Paris Toffee (7) Phyto-Ombre Eclat Eye Shadow ($47.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a medium-dark, red-toned brown with warm undertones and a soft, satin finish. Makeup Geek Brown Sugar (P, $5.99) is darker, less red-toned. Anastasia Truffle (LE)...

Sisley Paris Toffee (7) Phyto-Ombre Eclat Eye Shadow ($47.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a medium-dark, red-toned brown...

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