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Items of Intrigue, Vol. 008

Items of Intrigue, Vol. 008

Items of Intrigue, Vol. 008

I love, love learning about what products grab your attention! It helps me figure out what I should spend time reviewing (and what NOT to!). Here are five things that have caught my attention recently...

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How do you deal with your hair while you're applying makeup?

How do you deal with your hair while you're applying makeup?

How do you deal with your hair while you're applying makeup? Do you tie it back? Headband? (Sorry my short-haired beauties, this might not apply to you, but maybe you had long hair once upon a time and can chime in still!)

I tie it back into a ponytail/bun so I don't get a bunch of strands in my...

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Do you use anything to speed up your nail polish dry time?

Do you use anything to speed up your nail polish dry time?

Do you use anything to speed up your nail polish dry time? Share!

I use Zoya's quick-drying droplets! It usually helps get them to a manageable level but I avoid doing nails right before bed so I don't get lots of fabric imprints later!

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

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #105

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #105

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul:   Philosophy holiday shower gels! They were $5 on Nordstrom, I couldn't resist :(
  • Weekend plans:   Seeing my parents for brunch, putting some ideas to paper!
  • Glittery lips for the holidays?:   Totally YES!

Share your pet photos to the Temptalia Pets flickr group!...

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What products are integral to your beauty routine?

What products are integral to your beauty routine?

What products are integral to your beauty routine? Share!

A good moisturizer, because my skin can be on the drier side if I'm not using an appropriate one. Next, I'd say my makeup brushes, because I really do prefer using them to apply makeup!

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

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What are your favorite pieces in your makeup collection?

What are your favorite pieces in your makeup collection?

What are your favorite pieces in your makeup collection? Share!

The top three that came to my head first are Chanel Dragon Rouge Allure Laque, Guerlain Parure de Nuit, and Cle de Peau #2 Lipgloss.

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

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Would you use used makeup?

Would you use used makeup?

Would you use used makeup? Does it matter if it's from a stranger vs. friend?

I've done so in the past, but I haven't in four or five years. The older I get, the more of a germaphobe I become! I'd be okay with using a product from certain friends (e.g. ones I knew who took good care of their...

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How did you gain the confidence to wear bold looks in public?

How did you gain the confidence to wear bold looks in public?

How did you gain the confidence to wear bold looks in public? Share your tips/experiences!

First, just wear it around the house! Once you start seeing your reflection with stronger/bolder/more colorful makeup on, you'll get more used to seeing yourself that way. You can work your way up to public...

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