How do you feel about "high-end" brands being discounted? Do you find that brands that are often found at discount retailers or etailers stop you from buying the brand at full price--even if you like the products? Do you think it cheapens the brand?

I love a good sale, and if something's discounted,...

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Do you use your limited edition products as much as permanent products? Or do you avoid using them in case you run out? Why/why not?

If there's a product I like, I would keep using it, no matter the status -- that is assuming I was a normal consumer and not a beauty blogger. Since I am a beauty...

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Do you think that using products from the same brand work better together? Why/why not?

Sometimes, but usually, I don't think it matters a lot. You may find that certain types of eyeshadow formulas blend better together than others, but it isn't dependent on brand. I would imagine with skin care,...

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How does your makeup routine adjust when you're sick? What if you're just a little bit sick?

If I'm just a little bit sick, then I would still wear makeup if I was testing something or taking photos for the blog (like for lip swatches), but if I wasn't doing either, I wouldn't bother with it.

Thanks to...

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When you try a product but don't like it, what do you do? Return it, give it to a friend, keep it?

If it was expensive and exceptionally poor quality, I will return it. If it wasn't too expensive and just didn't work for my coloring, then I might pass it along to a friend.

Thanks to Margaret and Neha...

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How do you coordinate your makeup with your clothes? Share your techniques!

First, when in doubt, black or gray. I tend to match the crease color - like if I wear a burgundy shirt, I might do a purple/pink look and use an eggplant purple in the crease.

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

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