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What kind of makeup remover formula do you prefer?

What kind of makeup remover formula do you prefer?

What kind of makeup remover formula do you prefer? Oil, gel, cream, mousse, lotion, wipe? Something else? Why?

For intense lip products, I like makeup remover wipes, because it takes it right off and there is no scrubbing involved. For intense eye looks, I like dual-phase removers like Lancome...

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Do you use self-tanner during the winter?

Do you use self-tanner during the winter?

Do you use self-tanner during the winter? Or do you just go with your natural skin tone?

I haven't used self-tanner in years, mostly because I'm already medium in color and I tan super, super quick during the summer (even with sunscreen!). I just don't have the patience or desire to work with...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #106

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #106

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:   Chanel Rouge Allure Velvets
  • Weekend plans:   Celebrating my mom's birthday, which is today, but we'll celebrate on Saturday!  Farmers' market on Sunday :)
  • Are glitter nail polishes worth the hassle?:   Sometimes, yes!

Share your pet photos to the Temptalia...

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What makeup trend would you like to see make a come back?

What makeup trend would you like to see make a come back?

What makeup trend would you like to see make a come back? What are you hoping will be the "it" thing again?

Coral lips? I'm sooo not a trend hunter - I just don't follow them. I feel like I see repeats of the same ones each season - skin/nudes for spring, corals/pinks for summer, berries/plums for...

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What product would you recommend as good gift for someone just starting out with makeup?

What product would you recommend as good gift for someone just starting out with makeup?

What product would you recommend as good gift for someone just starting out with makeup? Share your suggestions!

If they don't have ANYTHING, then I'd probably suggest the Wet 'n' Wild Color Icon Trios, which are pretty good bang for your buck--but you don't have to feel guilty about practicing with...

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What trend are you really happy to see happening?

What trend are you really happy to see happening?

What trend are you really happy to see happening? The one that you're totally indulging in?

Berry and red lips -- I'm a huge fan of the 5-minute eye with a stronger, bolder lip for a really pulled together look.

Thanks to Evelina for today's question! Got a question idea? Submit yours here.

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How do you apply your eyeshadow primer/base?

How do you apply your eyeshadow primer/base?

How do you apply your eyeshadow primer/base? Brush, fingers, sponge-tip applicator? Does it depend on the consistency? How so?

I always use MAC's 249 to apply the primer, regardless of the consistency -- whether it's thick, thin, or liquid.

Thanks to Jill for today's question! Got a question idea? Submit...

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Rant & Rave: Holiday Makeup Collections

Rant & Rave: Holiday Makeup Collections

This Week's Topic: HOLIDAY MAKEUP COLLECTIONS!

Your Mission: Tell us what you love, hate, or are otherwise indifferent to about holiday makeup collections. What drives you bananas? What makes them necessary?

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