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Sneak Peek: MAC Nordstrom C'est Chic Palette Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: MAC Nordstrom C'est Chic Palette Photos & Swatches

Here are swatches of the new, limited edition MAC Nordstrom C'est Chic Palette ($65.00 for 0.68 oz.), which is exclusive to Nordstrom.

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How do you come up with color combinations to wear?

How do you come up with color combinations to wear?

Lucky for me, it’s usually dictated by what I need to test next! This can sometimes just be using shades from a single palette or just knowing I have these five eyeshadows from this bran and finding a way to apply them together.

— Christine

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Top 10 Clinique Cheek Pop Blushes

Top 10 Clinique Cheek Pop Blushes

Clinique Cheek Pop Blushes ($22.00 for 0.12 oz.) is available in twelve shades (as of July 2016) that range from beige to lavender to burgundy. Many readers will remember that it's one of my favorite blush formulas! The consistency is dense but smooth, blendable, and sits...

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What would your dream space be like for storing and/or applying your makeup?

What would your dream space be like for storing and/or applying your makeup?

For applying: lots and lots of natural light (but via bulbs, because I like the reliability of that vs. time of day, weather, etc.), a comfy chair that’s easy to clean (makeup, hello!), a sink nearby, large, horizontal mirror and then a smaller, magnifying mirror, and lots and lots of...

— Christine

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Sneak Peek: Kat Von D Serpentina Eyeshadow Palette Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: Kat Von D Serpentina Eyeshadow Palette Photos & Swatches

The new, limited edition Kat Von D Serpentina Eyeshadow Palette ($45.00 for 0.37 oz.) just came yesterday, so I'm still working on testing and reviewing it, but I hope to have a review up by early next week. I did post two looks with the palette here.

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #348

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #348

Share any beauty goodies you may have picked up in the last week or so, or maybe what's on your way or on your wish list for next week or month. :)

  • Haul: Tom Ford Orchid Soleil, Laura Mercier Eye Caviar Palette, Giorgio Armani Eye Tints
  • Weekend plans: The usual -- grocery shopping, brunch with...

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What brand have you tried that doesn't seem to work well for you?

What brand have you tried that doesn't seem to work well for you?

Too Faced has some winners in their product range, but I feel like I am usually less impressed by their cult favorites, often products in the eye category.

— Christine

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