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Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Facial Moisturizer SPF 50 Review

Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Facial Moisturizer SPF 50 Review

Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Facial Moisturizer SPF 50 ($13.99 for 1.7 oz.) is a drugstore option for a great summer moisturizer. I find it to be fairly lightweight (maybe light to medium), but once it dries, there's no heaviness or super greasy residue. What I like about Cetaphil products is that...

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Temptalia Asks You - What are your must-have summer products?

Temptalia Asks You - What are your must-have summer products?

What are your must-have summer products? What do you just have to have during summer?

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I am now addicted to tinted moisturizer! I also love stains, cream blushes, and bronzy cheeks.

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Thanks to Pursebuzz for the question idea! :)

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YSL Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2009 Collection

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2009 Collection

Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2009 Collection

When color comes to life as you wear it, it spices up your look and enhances your style. Bold harmonies revisit the beauty classics and sensorial pleasures... Yves Saint Laurent make-up is a desire, an accessory, an attitude. It accompanies women in their daily...

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Look - Gold, Orange, and Pinky-Red

Look - Gold, Orange, and Pinky-Red

Still experimenting with my camera, except I forgot to actually experiment. I got distracted (as per usual!), and I only ended up taking one set of photos, so I didn't have much to choose from (read that as only one photo per angle, so there was nothing to choose from!).

You will need the...

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Temptalia Asks You - What's your philosophy on makeup?

Temptalia Asks You - What's your philosophy on makeup?

What's your philosophy on makeup? Do you have one? Share it if you do!

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Make up is all about having fun and playing with color! It can be a life saver in so many ways -- it can help boost your self esteem when your skin is wreaking havoc on your life, or it can act as an amazing outlet for your...

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Jouer Cosmetics' Summer 2009 Collection Review

Jouer Cosmetics' Summer 2009 Collection Review

Jouer Cosmetics' Summer 2009 Collection

A small, but practical launch of shades great for most skin tones, making them easy to wear and perfect for everyday. Peach Powder Eyeshadow ($20.00) is a matte, peach -- a good all-over-color on lids or as a soft highlighter. To complement, Chestnut Powder...

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Smashbox Sale @ HauteLook

Smashbox Sale @ HauteLook

HauteLook is having a Smashbox sale!

Smashbox sale is going on now at HauteLook! :) Lots of products at 50% or less, so get to saving if you've wanted to try Smashbox!

(The link above is an invite-link, which is a referral link. HauteLook has opened up membership, so you are free to sign up on your...

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Temptalia Asks You - Is there any color eyeshadow you won't wear?

Temptalia Asks You - Is there any color eyeshadow you won't wear?

Is there any color eyeshadow you won't wear? I know your favorites, but what about a shade you don't dare to wear?

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Certain shades of yellow just look wonky on me -- like Chrome Yellow!

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MAC Cosmetics' Euristocrats II Collection Promo Product Photos

MAC Cosmetics' Euristocrats II Collection Promo Product Photos

MAC Cosmetics' Euristocrats II Collection

You can find official collection details posted earlier, but here are some higher res images for the upcoming collection, slated for July 2nd, 2009.

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Look - Super Simple Weekend Look

Look - Super Simple Weekend Look

This was a look I wore last weekend, super, duper simple. I normally wouldn't have even bothered with colored liner, but I really wanted to try out my Guerlain Lagun Bleu khol, since I haven't had a chance to yet.

What's your super duper simple look?

You will need the following...

  • Eyes: Guerlain Lagun...

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Zoya Truth or Dare Collection for Fall 2009

Zoya Truth or Dare Collection for Fall 2009

Zoya Truth or Dare Collection for Fall 2009

The choice is yours... Truth, Dare or Both? Zoya Nail Polish lets you decide what fashion is right for you this fall. Will it be Truth or Dare? Should you? Would you? hmmmmmmmm...

Zoya Truth Collection | Classic, bright and straightforward

  • Penny (ZP492) Copper...

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Temptalia Asks You - What is your favorite color of eyeshadow to wear?

Temptalia Asks You - What is your favorite color of eyeshadow to wear?

What is your favorite color of eyeshadow to wear? Why?

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I love greens! There's just something about greens that suits me from my skin tone to my eye color to my personality.

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MAC Baby Bloom Collection Sneak Peek Product Photos

MAC Baby Bloom Collection Sneak Peek Product Photos

MAC Baby Bloom Collection for Fall 2009

Last week, we announced MAC Baby Bloom, a collection featuring tinted moisturizer and tinted lip balms. Here are some larger photos for your enjoyment! :)

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MAC Love That Look Collection Sneak Peek Product Photos

MAC Love That Look Collection Sneak Peek Product Photos

MAC Love That Look Collection for Fall 2009

You saw it here first -- a preview of Love That Look! :)

Lots of photos await you!

Here is a breakdown by color, unofficial descriptions, for your reference:

  • Grand Entrance Cool apricot beige
  • Dreammaker Frosty golden yellow
  • Smoke & Diamonds Dirty dark grey
  • Glamour...

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Zoya MATTEVELVET Collection - Picture Preview

Zoya MATTEVELVET Collection - Picture Preview

Zoya's MATTEVELVET Collection

The shades included are ($6.00 each)

  • Loredana (ZP498) Gunmetal gray matte shimmer
  • Dovima (ZP499) Black matte shimmer
  • Posh (ZP500) Wine matte shimmer

Availability: MATTEVELVET by ZOYA available July 1, 2009.

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Ask Temptalia Session #013

Ask Temptalia Session #013

Go ahead! Ask your questions--now's the time to get product recommendations, comparisons, or just find out what my favorite moisturizer is. You can ask whatever your heart desires, and I'll do my best to answer!

I'll be keeping an eye out on this post so I can answer questions quickly-- as in,...

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Tidbits on MAC's Fall 2009 Collections

Tidbits on MAC's Fall 2009 Collections

Upcoming Info on MAC's Fall 2009 Collections

According to The Rose Sheet:

MAC’s fall line launches Aug. 20 in North America, with an international rollout to follow.

Five new lipsticks will roll out at summer’s end, including Front Lit (light white yellow), High Strung (deep pink silver) and Hold...

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Temptalia Asks You - Do you change your makeup technique/routine/style if you know you'll be photographed?

Temptalia Asks You - Do you change your makeup technique/routine/style if you know you'll be photographed?

Do you change your makeup technique/routine/style if you know you'll be photographed? How does it change?

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I reduce or eliminate usage of SPF on my face, because SPF has a tendency to reflect. I also spend more time on perfecting the skin. . .

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Win MAC 239 Eye Brush!

Win MAC 239 Eye Brush!

Temptalia Gives Away MAC 239 Eye Brush!

We're giving away TWO (2) MAC 239 Eye Brushes, so two winners will be selected. Submit your entry by leaving a comment in this post and telling us why you want to win. Winner will be chosen randomly and notified via e-mail. This post will be updated with...

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Look - Pink & Purple Eyes (Only)

Look - Pink & Purple Eyes (Only)

This isn't a full look -- just the eyes. I was testing out some settings and lenses with my camera, so I threw this on really quickly to get an idea of how colors and makeup were going to show up :)

What's everyone got going on for the weekend? Me, I'm spending it working on our Top Secret...

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Temptalia Asks You - What is your foundation shade/color?

Temptalia Asks You - What is your foundation shade/color?

What is your foundation shade/color? (Make sure to include brand of foundation as a reference point!)

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I'm around NC25/NC30 in MAC foundations, and for Dior, I'm #021. . .

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MAC Love That Look Collection Preliminary Information

MAC Love That Look Collection Preliminary Information

MAC Love That Look Collection

Launch Date: August 2009 (TBA)

Featuring sixteen limited shades with a few repromotes, Love That Look is this year's follow up from last year's Starflash Collection. The collection will include four Pearlglide eye liners (most likely a combination of repromotes and maybe...

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Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronze Collection

Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronze Collection

Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronze Collection

This summer, Bobbi Brown is making it easier than ever to get the look of healthy, sun-kissed skin without the damaging effects of the sun. Take your pick from a flattering array of options, designed for all complexions from fair to dark.

Bobbi Brown All Over...

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