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                <excerpt><![CDATA[I like a mix of what's more accurately termed mid-end along with high-end. I think that these brands often know how to get better textures out of their products than more affordable brands when it comes to powder and sometimes skincare.]]></excerpt>
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        <h2 class="entry-title bb-none mb-0">High-End Brands</h2><p>I like a mix of what&#8217;s more accurately termed mid-end along with high-end.  I think that these brands often know how to get better textures out of their products than more affordable brands when it comes to powder and sometimes skincare.  I feel like there are a lot of gimmicks and some puffery at this level,<br />
 though, and while there&#8217;s no excuse for inconsistent or poorly developed products, there are certainly plenty that you can waste your money on.</p>        <p class="mb-0 highlight bold font-italic text-right">&mdash; Christine</p>
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