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Are serums effective?

Are serums effective?

Are serums effective? Which ones have worked for you? What kind do you use?

I can't speak on anti-aging serums, but I have tried several hydrating/glycolic serums, and yes, I do think they work. If you're going to spend big bucks, do it on a serum, which is more concentrated than a moisturizer or...

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Is it worth going high-end for body care products?

Is it worth going high-end for body care products?

Is it worth going high-end for body care products? Sometimes, never? What for? What never is worth it?

I think if you have a particular skin condition or sensitive skin, then yes, you may find that high-end or pricier stuff is better for you. For me, I've found excellent body creams, moisturizers,...

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Do you like natural/neutral makeup?

Do you like natural/neutral makeup?

Do you like natural/neutral makeup? Your style? Only when you have to?

I like it, actually - it's not just something I'll opt for because the occasion requires it.

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #127

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #127

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:  Jack Black Lip Balm x 4!  I also thought I was going to get Jack Black Hand Healer, but I guess Sephora went out of stock while they were fulfilling my order. Bummer!
  • Weekend plans:  Convince the Tech Guy to go somewhere fancy enough so I can wear my new shoes...

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How closely do you follow guidelines for shelf life?

How closely do you follow guidelines for shelf life?

How closely do you follow guidelines for shelf life? What products do you stay on top of? Which ones are you less worried about?

The only one I follow is mascara, which I toss after two to three months typically. Everything else I go by smell, texture, consistency, color, etc. Generally, I'm not...

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Do you like that seasonal collections come out before the actual season?

Do you like that seasonal collections come out before the actual season?

Do you like that seasonal collections come out before the actual season? (Like we're barely into spring, but we're actually seeing the launch of summer collections.)

Not really -- I think we're always too early. I think it needs to be early, like halfway through the previous season.

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What was your favorite spring beauty collection?

What was your favorite spring beauty collection?

What was your favorite spring beauty collection? Share!

Bobbi Brown Rose Gold--it seems like an odd choice, but I really enjoyed nearly every product launched in it.

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Beautiful Beginnings with Guerlain

Beautiful Beginnings with Guerlain

Beautiful Beginnings with Guerlain

What was the first Guerlain product you ever tried?  Did it pave way for a real romance or did it put you off the brand entirely?  What was the first Guerlain product you purchased?  Did you love it? Hate it? Still own it?

my answer:  The first Guerlain products...

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