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If MAC didn't exist, which brand would be in its place?

If MAC didn't exist, which brand would be in its place?

If MAC didn't exist, which brand would be in its place? Share your answer!

If we're talking about a brand who's roots are in artistry, I would say Make Up For Ever or Illamasqua. If we're talking about a brand that seems to have a strong enough following, I would say Urban Decay.

Thanks to Caroline...

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What has this blog prompted you to buy?

What has this blog prompted you to buy?

What has this blog prompted you to buy? Whether it's a launch post or review -- I was hesitant to post, but I've had this question submitted several times and so I finally caved :)

Everything, anything! What hasn't it prompted me to buy? :)

Thanks to Alejandra for today's question! Got a question...

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Does your makeup routine change during the winter?

Does your makeup routine change during the winter?

Does your makeup routine change during the winter? Not skin care but makeup! If so, how so?

I reach for bolder lip colors, more lip balm (that's not really skin care, is it? hmm!), and I take care to make sure I never look powdery, since my skin sometimes gets drier in the winter so my normal powder...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #108

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #108

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:  Nothing yet!
  • Weekend plans:   Recover from overeating at Thanksgiving!
  • Are you all about Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales?:   Honestly, I'm not!  Generally, I think you can find a lot of good deals throughout the year.  It really depends if there is something...

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What's your minimal makeup look?

What's your minimal makeup look?

What's your minimal makeup look? Janie's going on a cruise and wants to look good pool-side without a lot makeup, so help her out! :)

For me, a really minimal look would be filling in brows, natural-looking mascara (I'd opt for Bare Escentuals Buxom, which lengthens and defines for me), and some...

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How important are ingredients in your beauty products?

How important are ingredients in your beauty products?

How important are ingredients in your beauty products? Do you read ingredient lists?

I'm most concerned about ingredients when they're being applied to face/cheeks, but I usually scan the ingredient lists for most products these days. I watch out for fear mongering, though, and focus on avoiding or...

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What do you think of holiday-themed makeup/nails?

What do you think of holiday-themed makeup/nails?

What do you think of holiday-themed makeup/nails? Love it? Hate it?

I LOVE it, but I love decorating and being festive for all holidays throughout the year!

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Do you need more than one eyeshadow primer in your stash?

Do you need more than one eyeshadow primer in your stash?

Do you need more than one eyeshadow primer in your stash? Does one work better for some things than another?

If I want something really vibrant, I'll often use a colored base similar to the shades in the look. Generally, I just use one, though--NARS Smudgeproof! I find that's a particularly good one...

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