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What kind of makeup tutorials do you prefer to read/watch?

What kind of makeup tutorials do you prefer to read/watch?

What kind of makeup tutorials do you prefer to read/watch? Every day/more minimal looks? Totally avant garde?

I love watching or reading through tutorials that really focus on a particular technique, makeup style/era, or are totally fun and avant garde. I think technique is very helpful, because you...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #232

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #232

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul: Nothing this week!
  • Weekend plans: Try to de-stress a bit, but otherwise, I have a long to-do list to get through.
  • Favorite song right now?:  Broods "Bridges"

Share your pet photos to the Temptalia Pets flickr group! :)

This week's Mellan photo/video...

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Do seasonal allergies change your makeup routine?

Do seasonal allergies change your makeup routine?

Do seasonal allergies change your makeup routine? Share! If you have no seasonal allergies... well, you lucky duck ;)

I used to get really, really bad seasonal allergies when I was younger. When I moved away to SoCal for college, they seemed to go away quite a bit, but when I came home, they would...

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Should a collection work together?

Should a collection work together?

Should a collection work together? Would you rather the items stand alone/designed to incorporate with other products you own?

I think a few things should work together, ideally, but in general, I'd rather more unique/interesting shades across the board then a brand that releases a few basics just to...

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Do you finish beauty products regularly?

Do you finish beauty products regularly?

Do you finish beauty products regularly? Rarely? Only base/skin care products?

I finish skin care products, Jack Black Lip Balms, and the occasional foundation! I am kind of weird with foundation in that I will wear one for awhile but then stop right before it's done!

Thanks to R for today's...

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Chanel Rose Initiale Dupes & Comparisons

Chanel Rose Initiale Dupes & Comparisons

Rose Initiale -- an easy-to-wear, wearable shade from Chanel, but it's an indulgence for sure, so if you've ever wanted to try it at a lower price point, here are some options!  Be sure to check out comparison swatches, because they look even more similar when swatched! You can check out a full list...

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What color eyeshadow do you reach for most often?

What color eyeshadow do you reach for most often?

What color eyeshadow do you reach for most often? Share!

Golds/medium bronzes - they're easy to wear as a single color or incorporated with a darker bronze or taupe.

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Rant & Rave: Mattifying Face Primers

Rant & Rave: Mattifying Face Primers

Share: Tell us what you love and hate about Mattifying Face Primers!

my answer: Sometimes they're packed with too many silicones, which almost feels like a fake... velvety feel to me? I think I can be pickier with the texture of silicone-heavy products. I love that they help keep makeup lasting...

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