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How do you keep your makeup looking fresh all day?

How do you keep your makeup looking fresh all day?

How do you keep your makeup looking fresh all day? How do you deal with oiliness? How do you deal with fading makeup?

I'm more preventative myself--if I know I need my makeup to last all day, then I'll make sure to build my makeup in layers. Pressed sheer/translucent powder is good for minimizing...

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How do you use cream eyeshadows in your looks?

How do you use cream eyeshadows in your looks?

How do you use cream eyeshadows in your looks? How do you incorporate them? Do you avoid them?

I use them either as a quickie one-shadow kind of look, and then I tend to go for beiges or golds and just blend past the crease so it fades, or as an eyeshadow base.

Thanks to Kat for today's question! Got...

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How do you use glitter eyeshadows in your looks?

How do you use glitter eyeshadows in your looks?

How do you use glitter eyeshadows in your looks? How do you incorporate them? Do you avoid them?

I like to apply them over a tacky base, either a cream eyeshadow or something mixed with MAC's Mixing Medium. Then, pat rather than sweep it onto your lid!

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

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #064

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #064

Welcome to Free For Haul Fridays!

A play on Oh No They Didn't's "Free For All Fridays," every Friday is Free For Haul Fridays! Friday is a day for fun -- whether you're already off enjoying your weekend or if you just need a way to get through til the end of the work day, FFH is here for you!

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Do you feel compelled to buy something because it is limited edition?

Do you feel compelled to buy something because it is limited edition?

Do you feel compelled to buy something because it is limited edition? How does it work out? Any ways you resist?

I'm much better about it now than I used to be.  One way to resist is to try to find dupes from products you already own.

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What makeup advice would you give your older self?

What makeup advice would you give your older self?

What makeup advice would you give your older self? Share! (Without the benefit of hindsight, what advice do you hope you'll remember to take?)

Age gracefully but have fun - wear what you feel works best for you, whether it's age-appropriate... or not.

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Rant & Rave: Matte Eyeshadows

Rant & Rave: Matte Eyeshadows

This Week's Topic: MATTE EYESHADOWS!

Your Mission: Tell us what you love, hate, or are otherwise indifferent to about matte eyeshadows.  Do you use them all the time?  What are your favorites (or least favorites)?

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