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How long could you resist buying makeup?

How long could you resist buying makeup?

How long could you resist buying makeup? Not that you have or need to, but if you did - how long do you think you could last?

Not for long if I wanted people to still visit Temptalia! I could last quite some time, I would say, if it was necessary to stop purchasing, but if it was just to test my will...

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Have you slimmed down your beauty routine for summer?

Have you slimmed down your beauty routine for summer?

Have you slimmed down your beauty routine for summer? Or do you do more now that you have the heat to contend with?

Definitely less for me - if I'm outdoors all day, I want to wear less makeup. If I feel the need to look more presentable, perhaps tinted moisturizer, but honestly, I go out without...

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How do you help minimize fallout from eyeshadows?

How do you help minimize fallout from eyeshadows?

How do you help minimize fall out from eyeshadows? Any techniques or products that help you prevent or minimize fall out?

Sticky bases - I like cream bases overall, and then pat on rather than sweep. Also, gently tap the brush against your forearm to loosen any excess product.

Thanks to Maria for...

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What are the most unique eyeshadows you own?

What are the most unique eyeshadows you own?

What are the most unique eyeshadows you own? Shades that you just don't think can be duped?

MAC Rye is a shade that I loved and used a lot that I didn't really feel I could find elsewhere (but I haven't used it in some time, so perhaps something has come out since!).

Thanks to Elizabeth for today's...

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What is your least used makeup tool?

What is your least used makeup tool?

What is your least used makeup tool? Is there a brush you never use? Some device that you never reach for?

I have the no!no! but I could never get myself to commit to it! There are a lot of specialized makeup brushes I rarely reach for - I tend to just use a core set of brushes. I don't regret it,...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #091

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #091

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:  Osmotics Cream Extreme x2!  It's something I fall back on when my skin is SUPER dry and nothing else is working.  It's pricey, but with Osmotics' 20% off sale, I had to grab two.
  • Weekend plans:  I'll be at Cosmoprof in Vegas covering the event!
  • Go-to summer...

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How do you pack/store your makeup when you travel?

How do you pack/store your makeup when you travel?

How do you pack/store your makeup when you travel? How do you ensure everything arrives safe and sound?

I haven't checked a bag in five years or longer (I also have not gone on any trip in excess of a week), so I pack everything in my carry on, which ensures less handling (and better handling when...

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