Novelty itself can be overwhelming, but the desire to have something ‘new’ can overwhelm me, too. Right now, for example, I’m mooning over Quite Cute, though I don’t see anything that’s technically so unique I wouldn’t have it.

It really can be a challenge when hearing of so many new lines that come out. It must be really difficult for those who love MAC and want to keep up with all the collections. 🙂

I get really excited about new beauty products and sometimes my brain hurts from thinking about it. Everytime I get an email from Bath & Body Works I panic and think, oh god what am I going to want now?

Yes, if it’s something I really want, like the Surf Baby collection’s Strange Potion and Hibiscus. But most of the time, it’s irrelevant since I won’t purchase something unless I really want it or actually need it.

Absolutely, I do. And it’s COSTLY! There’s a lot in the way this stuff is marketed to make you feel you NEED the item(s) when, in reality, many are probably not all that new or wonderful. Already, I’m itching to get my hands on the new UD launch (mostly because of the UDPP tubes but also b/c of the other stuff…dying to see the palette, for example)

All the time, especially during the fall when the richer colors come out. I somehow manage to stay focused on a few brands.

Sometimes. But I tend to observe carefully all and think about if I effectively need them, or I can pass. Most of the times, second option wins.

Yes! There’s always so much I want but I have to sort through all of it and only get one or two things that I really, really want.

Naw, I’m poor and can’t fund a whole heck of a lot. Right now I am building up a good basic makeup and brush collection but after that my habits will likely taper a lot (until recently, I hadn’t worn makeup regularly for a couple of years). After I’m done, I’ll buy probably one or two things a month, and for me, shopping for these things is the fun part 🙂 Most of my purchases are at the drug store (I think there’s a real thrill to the hunt of drug store makeup buying- if you find a gem it’s so rewarding and was affordable!) and sometimes, the Body Shop. I went to MAC for the first time ever the other day but don’t expect to shop there regularly. I read all these beauty blogs to see what’s current and trendy, and look for lower-cost alternatives.

Never! I’m a product junkie, I love to see all the collections companies come out with. However, just because loads of collections are released and I love checking them out, doesn’t mean I feel the urge to buy from all of them. I only buy things I really love no matter what.

Definitely. I’m pretty new to the makeup scene, and I’m trying to get into higher-end makeup, but it’s so pricey. And when the companies I enjoy come out with new stuff that I hear is really good, I want to get it, but it ends up being “Oh great, more stuff to add to the never-ending list.”

All the time!! I usually don’t wind up buying anything when I go into a counter or store because I can’t focus. Too many new collections, too many products, too many sales people…AH!! I can’t handle it. I read reviews after reviews, go and try one product at a time and then decide. Rarely do I ever have a “haul”.