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theBalm Balmsai Eyeshadow Palette for September 2014

theBalm Balmsai Eyeshadow Palette for September 2014

Balmsai Eyeshadow & Brow Palette ($39.50) (Limited Edition)

Create epic looks with Balmsai, the all-inclusive eyeshadow and stencil palette from theBalm Cosmetics. Use theBalm’s exclusive stencils to score flawless brows, carve out a gorgeous smokey eye, or channel...

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5 Plum Blushes for Fall

5 Plum Blushes for Fall

Though we've been knee-deep in fall color collections since July, now that we're nearing September, the idea of fall doesn't seem so far away. Here are a few of my favorite plum blushes. I'd love to hear yours!

  1. theBalm Cabana Boy -- a medium-dark, cool-toned plum
  2. MAC Plum Foolery -- a shimmery,...

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5 Shades of Warm Taupe Eyeshadow

5 Shades of Warm Taupe Eyeshadow

theBalm #19 Makeup Geek Moondust Giorgio Armani #09 Edward Bess Dusk

Since we looked at pewter last week, I thought that we should focus on taupe this week, because it's an equally complex and interesting color.  I love how it can run warm and cool-toned (or even nearly neutral), so it's a very versatile shade to work with.  Check back tomorrow for my top five...

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5 Favorite Highlighters

5 Favorite Highlighters

I love a good highlighter, which I'm sure comes as no surprise to regular readers! :) Many of my favorites are limited edition, but I also have a few favorites that you can get year-round and never have to worry about running out of. Check 'em out:

  1. NARS 413 BLKR -- buildable, liquid highlighter
  2. Kevyn...

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5 Blushes to Try for Medium Skin Tones

5 Blushes to Try for Medium Skin Tones

Next up, here are five blushes to consider if you have a medium skin tone. I tried to include different price points, finishes, and undertones, but there are so many blushes available, there are many more worth trying. I'm a firm believer that we can wear whatever we desire, whether or not it is...

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theBalm Read My Lips Lipgloss Launches

theBalm Read My Lips Lipgloss Launches

Read My Lips lip glosses feature a wide range of shades that make a statement without saying a word. “Smart-mouthed” takes on a new meaning with this unique formula fortified with ginseng, a powerful antioxidant known for its mentally stimulating properties....

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5 Pink Blushes to Try This Summer

5 Pink Blushes to Try This Summer

Do you go bolder or subtler during the summer for your blush? I find it just depends on whether I've reached for brighter lip colors or not; if I go bright on the lips, I usually go quite light on the cheeks and vice versa. Here are some of my current recommendations if you're in the market for a...

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

Shades Reviewed

theBalm #37 Eyeshadow Single
#37
A-

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theBalm #38 Eyeshadow Single
#38
A

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theBalm #39 Eyeshadow Single
#39
B

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theBalm #40 Eyeshadow Single
#40
C-

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theBalm #41 Eyeshadow Single
#41
A-

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theBalm #42 Eyeshadow Single
#42
A

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theBalm #43 Eyeshadow Single
#43
C

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theBalm #44 Eyeshadow Single
#44
B-

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theBalm #31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 Eyeshadows

Shades Reviewed

theBalm #31 Eyeshadow Single
#31
C

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theBalm #32 Eyeshadow Single
#32
C+

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theBalm #33 Eyeshadow Single
#33
C+

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theBalm #34 Eyeshadow Single
#34
A-

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theBalm #35 Eyeshadow Single
#35
B

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theBalm #36 Eyeshadow Single
#36
C

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