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Stop By, Say Hello: Let's Get to Know Each Other.

Stop By, Say Hello: Let's Get to Know Each Other.

Some of you have been readers of Temptalia since its early, not-so-industrious beginnings, while others have only stopped by yesterday. I would really love to get to know those who have supported Temptalia and continue to support this endeavor! I can't say enough, but thank you for reading,...

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These are my Favorite Things ... #001

These are my Favorite Things ... #001

Today, tell me your favorites for...

Eye Liner that Makes Peepers Pop: Lipgloss for Give-You-Anything Pout: Brand for the Natural Look:

Here are mine:

Eye Liner that Makes Peepers Pop: Ye-yo by Urban Decay - great white liner Lipgloss for Give-You-Anything Pout: Darphin Lip Gloss in Illusion Brand for the...

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Step Into My Shoes - Look to Impress!

Step Into My Shoes - Look to Impress!

SCENARIO: There is a boy I really want to impress that I see everyday when I go in to buy coffee before class. What kind of makeup/look is good to make him notice me? I want something that is noticeable to make me stand out, but I don't want him thinking I'm superficial or wear a boat load of...

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Step Into My Shoes - Hair-Be-Brittle!

Step Into My Shoes - Hair-Be-Brittle!

SCENARIO: My hair is fried and brittle! I think it is just beyond damaged, and I have no idea where to start on repairing it. Should I be doing leave-in conditioners? I blow dry my hair every day, and then flat iron it every other day. It is just a hot mess!

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Step Into My Shoes - Nails and Toes To Show Off!

Step Into My Shoes - Nails and Toes To Show Off!

SCENARIO: I can't afford to get a manicure/pedicure at a salon often--maybe once or twice a year--so how can I do it myself? It seems like my polish is all over the place when I do it, and it never stays on for very long!

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Step Into My Shoes - Hands Worked to the Bone!

Step Into My Shoes - Hands Worked to the Bone!

SCENARIO: My hands are so dry that my knuckles are RED! They are cracked in places, and they can be quite painful as the day wears on. I need to wash my hands for reasons related to my job often! What kind of products can I use that will last throughout the day? What treatments or things should...

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Step Into My Shoes - Hot & Bothered In the Tropics!

Step Into My Shoes - Hot & Bothered In the Tropics!

SCENARIO: I live in a very humid, tropical kind of climate.  It is so hot, and it's hard to go without sweating at least a little bit!  How can I keep my makeup from sliding off throughout the day?

Situation courtesy of Jenna!

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Step Into My Shoes - Body Acne and a Wedding, Oh My!

Step Into My Shoes - Body Acne and a Wedding, Oh My!

SCENARIO: I have a wedding I have to go to in about two months. The dress I bought is low cut in the front and the back is almost completely open (just a few straps going across). Of course, after I bought the dress my back and chest have decided to break out like mad and now I'm at war with them....

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Step Into My Shoes - Give Me Color, But Subtle?

Step Into My Shoes - Give Me Color, But Subtle?

SCENARIO: I would like to know any suggestions, ideas or help for wearing brighter eyeshadow colors during the day...so in a more subtle way. I am trying to get outside my comfort zone and be more adventurous with brighter colors, but I simply am not sure how to make purple, blue or even pinks look...

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Step Into My Shoes - Acne and Battle Scars!

Step Into My Shoes - Acne and Battle Scars!

SCENARIO: When I get pimples/acne, it's cystic acne that inevitably causes pigmentation and scarring no matter how fast I catch it. What are some skin care products that prevent acne but don't dry out the skin? I have oily skin and would take recommendations on regimen too. Right now, in the...

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