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Chanel No. 5 Day in NYC!

Chanel No. 5 Day in NYC!

CHANEL NËš 5 DAY IN NYC -- May 5th, 2009

Audrey Tautou is the newest spokesperson for the iconic fragrance, designed to capture Coco Chanel's philosophy. Chanel describes the fragrance as, "a rich modern floral blend of Grasse Jasmine, May Rose, Neroli, Bourbon Vanilla and Ylang-Ylang with gentle...

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Win MAC Way to Love Lipstick!

Win MAC Way to Love Lipstick!

Temptalia Gives Away MAC Way to Love Lipstick!

We're giving away one (1) MAC Way to Love Lipstick from the limited edition MAC A Rose Romance Collection. 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. ...

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4 Must-Have MAC Orange Lipsticks

4 Must-Have MAC Orange Lipsticks

4 Must-Have MAC Orange Lipsticks

About the Temptalia Must-Haves Series

A series of posts showcasing must-have products from MAC Cosmetics' permanent line of products. Selections are based on quality, universality, uniqueness amongst the line, and the like. Limited edition shades are deliberately...

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Temptalia Asks You - What's your "special occasion" look consist of?

Temptalia Asks You - What's your "special occasion" look consist of?

What's your "special occasion" look consist of? What products? Do you always change it?

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I tend to go for a fairly neutral look, actually! I spend a lot of time on "perfecting" the skin :) . .

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Chanel London Madness Collection for Summer 2009

Chanel London Madness Collection for Summer 2009

Chanel London Madness Collection for Summer 2009

May brings a brand new reason to step in to Selfridges for the opening of the new Chanel Makeup Counter. To celebrate the occasion, Peter Philips, the Global Creative Director of CHANEL Makeup, has designed 3 limited edition must-have products - The...

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MAX Factor 2000 Calorie Extreme Lash Plumper & Vivid Impact Lipcolor

MAX Factor 2000 Calorie Extreme Lash Plumper & Vivid Impact Lipcolor

MAX Factor 2000 Calorie Extreme Lash Plumper ($9.98) is designed to give you voluminous lashes with lots of length. The brush is a patented "Fat-Wrap Brush," which is a brush with plastic bristles that "flex" a bit. According to MAX Factor, it contains 67% more bristles than MAX Factor Volume...

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shu uemura Unveils New Website & Gives You 20% Off!

shu uemura Unveils New Website & Gives You 20% Off!

shu uemura Luanches New Web Site!

To celebrate the launch of their new website, shu uemura is offering 20% off when you use code NEWSITEBLOG. There is also complimentary standard shipping for orders over $50. The code is good today through May 7th, 2009.

One of the features shu uemura is most excited...

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6 Must-Have MAC Red Lipsticks

6 Must-Have MAC Red Lipsticks

6 Must-Have MAC Red Lipsticks

About the Temptalia Must-Haves Series

A series of posts showcasing must-have products from MAC Cosmetics' permanent line of products. Selections are based on quality, universality, uniqueness amongst the line, and the like. Limited edition shades are deliberately...

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Win MAC Love & Friendship Nail Lacquer!

Win MAC Love & Friendship Nail Lacquer!

Temptalia Gives Away MAC Love & Friendship Nail Lacquer!

We're giving away one (1) MAC Love & Friendship Nail Lacquer from the limited edition MAC A Rose Romance Collection. Submit your entry by leaving a comment in this post and telling us why you want to win. Winner will be chosen randomly and...

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Temptalia Asks You - Can you have too much makeup?

Temptalia Asks You - Can you have too much makeup?

Can you have too much makeup? Or is it never enough?

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It really just depends on what you're going for. Practically, of course! But if you're collecting or it's a hobby... not so much. . .

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Giorgio Armani Beauty Bronze Mania Collection for Summer 2009

Giorgio Armani Beauty Bronze Mania Collection for Summer 2009

Giorgio Armani Beauty Bronze Mania Collection for Summer 2009

Sienna Minerals Palette ($65.00)

Giorgio Armani captures the vivid earth shades of the sienna landscape in an explosion of vibrant mineral colors. Melted together into a fine Microfilâ„¢ texture, this palette is a unique tapestry of...

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Ask Temptalia Session #012

Ask Temptalia Session #012

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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LUSH Cosmetic Warrior Fresh Face Mask Review

LUSH Cosmetic Warrior Fresh Face Mask Review

LUSH Cosmetic Warrior Fresh Face Mask ($7.95) has all of the ingredients and benefits that I'd want in a face mask. There's just one major problem -- the scent! Oh, my goodness, it is a mix of garlic and tea tree oil, which are both incredibly powerful scents. The garlic is what really gets me, I...

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Win MAC Mutiny Pigment!

Win MAC Mutiny Pigment!

Temptalia Gives Away MAC Mutiny Pigment!

We're giving away one (1) MAC Mutiny Pigment from the limited edition MAC A Rose Romance Collection. 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...

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6 Must-Have MAC Purple Lipsticks

6 Must-Have MAC Purple Lipsticks

6 Must-Have MAC Purple Lipsticks

About the Temptalia Must-Haves Series

A series of posts showcasing must-have products from MAC Cosmetics' permanent line of products. Selections are based on quality, universality, uniqueness amongst the line, and the like. Limited edition shades are deliberately...

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Temptalia Asks You - How many makeup brushes do you own?

Temptalia Asks You - How many makeup brushes do you own?

How many makeup brushes do you own? Do you use them all?

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I'd say around 30 or so, and I probably use 75% of them regularly. There are a few that are "special" so I only use them for certain things, e.g. lining, which I don't do all the time. . .

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Storage Solutions: Pencil Holders as Brush Holders

Storage Solutions: Pencil Holders as Brush Holders

The Container Store's Pandan Pencil Holder ($12.99) are neat ways to store your makeup brushes, eyeliners, and lip liners. They keep everything upright and on display for easy access. Pencil holders, in general, are excellent as brush holders. I like these woven ones for something a little more...

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Lisa Watier Sea Belle Collection for Summer 2009

Lisa Watier Sea Belle Collection for Summer 2009

Lisa Watier Sea Belle Collection for Summer 2009

The Lise Watier summer collection sweeps in on a breeze of fresh sophistication. From St. Tropez to Ibiza, by way of Santorini, the season’s palette was inspired by the world’s famous ports and resorts. Navy blue, turquoise, lagoon green and sea...

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Win MAC Secret Crush Lip Stain!

Win MAC Secret Crush Lip Stain!

Temptalia Gives Away MAC Secret Crush See Thru Lip Colour!

We're giving away one (1) MAC Secret Crush See Thru Lip Colour from the limited edition MAC A Rose Romance Collection. Submit your entry by leaving a comment in this post and telling us why you want to win. Winner will be chosen randomly...

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5 Must-Have MAC Hot Pink Lipsticks

5 Must-Have MAC Hot Pink Lipsticks

5 Must-Have MAC Hot Pink Lipsticks

About the Temptalia Must-Haves Series

A series of posts showcasing must-have products from MAC Cosmetics' permanent line of products. Selections are based on quality, universality, uniqueness amongst the line, and the like. Limited edition shades are deliberately...

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Temptalia Asks You - What anti-aging products do you use?

Temptalia Asks You - What anti-aging products do you use?

What anti-aging products do you use? (If any!) Any anti-aging product you just can't believe?

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Mostly sunscreen, which is more of a preventative measure than anything else! . .

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Look - Quick & Dirty Smokey Eyes

Look - Quick & Dirty Smokey Eyes

Quick and dirty smoky eye :) So, I finally get my foundation to match my skin in *natural* light... but then either the foundation or my setting powder reflects light and it doesn't match in photos! Apparently, my bathroom light is terrible, because so many foundations looked like they were a match,...

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Revlon DoubleTwist & ColorStay Mineral Mousse Makeup

Revlon DoubleTwist & ColorStay Mineral Mousse Makeup

Revlon will be launching a new mascara called Revlon DoubleTwist, as well as an additional two items to the ColorStay Minerals Collection. DoubleTwist is a 2-in-1 brush with traditional bristles and a molded brush, and it designed to thicken and volumize. It will retail for $8.99. In the second...

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