Survey Says... October 21st, 2009
Survey Says... October 21st, 2009
- What's your favorite eye highlighter?
- What's your favorite cheek highlighter?
- What's your favorite cheek contour?
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Breast Cancer Awareness 2009 Fundraiser
Breast Cancer Awareness 2009 Fundraiser
Temptalia's Breast Cancer Awareness Online Initiative
Last year, Temptalia readers raised $1,180 for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Every October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and we renew our commitment to raising awareness about this devastating disease this year. Our goal for this year is...
Givenchy Phenomen'Eyes Effet Extension in Extension Blue Review, Photos, Comparison Shots
Givenchy Phenomen'Eyes Effet Extension in Extension Blue Review, Photos, Comparison Shots
Givenchy Phenomen'Eyes Effet Extension ($28.00) is an extension (harhar!) of Givenchy's Phenomen'Eyes Mascara. This is a lengthening mascara, whereas the original Phenomen'Eyes is more of an all-purpose mascara, though it is designed to curl and separate lashes. Both mascaras describe the final...
Benefit BADgal Liner (Waterproof)
Benefit BADgal Liner (Waterproof)
Benefit BADgal Liner (Waterproof) ($20.00) is a medium black pencil liner designed to be smudgeproof and waterproof. It's a follow-up release to the original BADgal liner, which many had trouble getting to really stick on the lash line.
While the newer Waterproof version is longer lasting in...
The Scarlet Season: Dolce & Gabbana Iconic Lipstick
The Scarlet Season: Dolce & Gabbana Iconic Lipstick
The Scarlet Season: Dolce & Gabbana Iconic Lipstick
Add D&G's makeup range to just another luxe item I lust after. Make it completely and wholly unavailable to see in person, and you have one frustrated beauty addict! I was so excited to try out the new line earlier this fall, and I loved the feel...
Temptalia Asks You - What are five lipglosses you can't live without?
Temptalia Asks You - What are five lipglosses you can't live without?
What are five lipglosses you can't live without? Share!
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MAC Cult of Cherry Lipglass, Le Metier de Beaute Payapa Creme, Cle de Peau #2 Gloss, MAC Luminary Lustreglass, & Chanel Dragon (does that count as a gloss?)!
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The Scarlet Season: MAC Amorous Dazzleglass Creme
The Scarlet Season: MAC Amorous Dazzleglass Creme
The Scarlet Season: MAC Amorous Dazzleglass Creme
Recently released this past September (which means, despite its limited edition status, you can likely still find it in-store or online for purchase), MAC Amorous Dazzleglass Creme is a glittery, glamorous red gloss that packs both color and shimmer...
MAC for Halloween 2009 Video
MAC for Halloween 2009 Video
MAC for Halloween 2009 Video
Just a fun video from MAC HQ on preparing for Halloween! :)
Guerlain Gemma Le Rouge G de Guerlain Lipstick , Lip Swatches
Guerlain Gemma Le Rouge G de Guerlain Lipstick ($51.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "rosy mauve." It's a medium, rosy pink with subtle, cool undertones and a warmer, golden pearl. The finish is lightly glossy with a fair amount of...
Guerlain Gemma Le Rouge G de Guerlain Lipstick ($51.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a "rosy mauve." It's a...
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Read Review Chanel Aqualumiere Gloss for Holiday 2009 - Canari, Colibri, Hirondelle -
Chanel Aqualumiere Gloss for Holiday 2009 - Canari, Colibri, Hirondelle -
Chanel Aqualumiere Gloss ($27.00) will see an addition of three new, limited edition shades as part of Chanel's Holiday Collection. The shades include Canari, which is a peachy-melon with golden-peach shimmer; Colibri, which is a shimmery champagne...
Temptalia Asks You - What are your top five beauty products?
Temptalia Asks You - What are your top five beauty products?
What are your top five beauty products? Share!
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Oh, gosh! I'm terrible at these kind of questions! Chanel Rouge Allure Laques, Chanel Exfoliating Mousse Cleanser, Kate Somerville Oil Free Moisturizer, Vaseline, Prescriptives' Instant Gratification! Five!
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FAQ: Review & Rating System
FAQ: Review & Rating System
FAQ: Review & Rating System
This post is designed to help readers understand more about how I review products, what characteristics I'm looking for in products, what criterion I use for different aspects of a product, and the like. My goal is to qualify my review process in such a way that helps...
Buying Guide for Sephora's Friends & Family Sale
Buying Guide for Sephora's Friends & Family Sale
When the Sephora Friends & Family Sale starts (20% off - use code FF2009 at checkout), I always get an influx of questions about what people should buy. To me, there are three categories of products to consider whenever a decent sale rolls around in the beauty world. Otherwise, it's really a...
Sonia Kashuk Dramatically Defining Long Wear Gel Eye Liner in Indigo, Cocoa
Sonia Kashuk Dramatically Defining Long Wear Gel Eye Liner in Indigo, Cocoa
Sonia Kashuk Dramatically Defining Long Wear Gel Eye Liner ($8.99) is SK's answer for longwearing, smudge-proof, budge-proof gel liner. It's available in three shades: Cocoa (deep brown), Ebony (deep black), and Indigo (deep...
Rant & Rave: Shower Gel
Rant & Rave: Shower Gel
This Week's Topic:Â SHOWER GEL!
Your Mission: Tell us what you love, hate, or are otherwise indifferent to about shower gels and all that those entail.
NYX Jumbo Lipstick Pencil in Hot Red, Hera
NYX Jumbo Lipstick Pencil in Hot Red, Hera
NYX Jumbo Lipstick Pencil ($3.50 each) is available in thirty different shades, as listed on the brand's website, from browns to pinks to reds. I recently tested out two shades: Hot Red and Hera. Hot Red is a vibrant shade of orange-based tomato red, while Hera...
Philosophy Holiday 2009 Collection
Philosophy Holiday 2009 Collection
Philosophy Holiday 2009 Collection
ah, our first snow so fresh and beautiful. carolers arrive, like graceful, holiday angels to sing silent night and share my winter joy. the sugary smell of grandma’s angel cakes reaches my window seat, while i continue to gaze... watching pairs of snow shoes &...
La Mer Holiday Miracles 2009
La Mer Holiday Miracles 2009
La Mer Holiday Miracles 2009
For the ultra decadent, luxurious gifts to give and receive this season... La Mer has you covered.
Legendary Luxury ($1,390.00)
This treasure is home to the jewel of La Mer—a magnificent (16.5 oz.) jar of the Crème nestled in a sleek green box with chrome detail and a...
Temptalia Asks You - Do you give yourself a beauty budget?
Temptalia Asks You - Do you give yourself a beauty budget?
Do you give yourself a beauty budget? Or do you just eyeball it? Or do you not set a budget?
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It's a combination of eyeballing and not having a budget, I'd say. I'm good about living within my means, IMO, so I have a good idea of what I can and can't afford!
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Guerlain Gipsy Le Rouge G de Guerlain Lipstick , Lip Swatches
Guerlain Gipsy Le Rouge G de Guerlain Lipstick , Lip Swatches
Guerlain Gipsy Le Rouge G de Guerlain Lipstick ($45.00 for 0.12 oz.) is like a summer orange-based coral. It has just the slightest hint of pinkness to it to keep it from being overwhelmingly orange, but it still packs quite an orange punch. When I saw it in the tube, I wasn't sure it would work,...
Temptalia Asks You - Are you dressing up for Halloween?
Temptalia Asks You - Are you dressing up for Halloween?
Are you dressing up for Halloween? What's your makeup going to be like?
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I actually don't really do anything for Halloween, so I won't be dressing up. It's not really my thing - I think the last time I dressed up, I was 13!
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Reader Feedback: Some Results, Solutions, & Plea!
Reader Feedback: Some Results, Solutions, & Plea!
Last week, we asked for your feedback via a survey, and all of the responses we received were really great and just helped us develop a picture of where we are and what we need to change up in the future. Here are some findings/explanations, just because the audience is split on some things, so I...
Temptalia Asks You - Will you be partaking in Sephora's Friends & Family sale this year?
Temptalia Asks You - Will you be partaking in Sephora's Friends & Family sale this year?
Will you be partaking in Sephora's Friends & Family sale this year? What's on your list?
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I haven't decided yet. I'm sure I'll find something to buy...
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MAC Baroque Boudoir Collection Official Information & Photos
MAC Baroque Boudoir Collection Official Information & Photos
MAC Baroque Boudoir Collection
U.S. Launch Date: November 25th, 2009 (Freestanding/PRO Stores Only)
Decadent, luxurious… Liaisons get even more Dangereuse! The vintage look of the Baroque Boudoir has inspired our special, limited edition cache of high-style collectibles for lips and face, in...
