I’m a big fan of mixing and blending blush colors in order to find that “just right” shade. Plus, I think the color can often look more natural that way, since skin rarely fl...
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January 30, 2012 ∗ 0 Responses ∗ by Chrissy
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POTW: Hoola Bronzer from Benefit Cosmetics
This is just gonna be a quick POTW, and I’ll update with photos when I get my new camera this week :] I have been searching high and low for a matte bronzer that looks good with my complexion. I’ve got a rather round face…
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Here’s a multiple choice question. During the holidays, you tend to: A) stay up later than usual, B) allow yourself to indulge in food and drink, C) wear more makeup than other m...
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I recently got my hands on Dreams Come True Collection by Too Faced Cosmetics, and I have to say… it is a lovely set! I recently worked on their website and they were nice e...
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Estee Lauder’s Double Wear Concealer has been a go-to concealer of mine for many months now, so you can imagine how equally nervous and excited I was when the company released a ...
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Darac Beauty TourQuam Magnetic Powder Brush
You may not have known this, but most makeup products contain iron, and because the Darac Beauty TourQuam Magnetic Brush has magnets in its shaft, the makeup stays on the brush until it’s applied to your face! Which means… no fallout, and smoother application.
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Highlighter is a great addition to any makeup routine. It’s a cosmetic product designed to add luminosity to the face when light hits it. If you use it strategically, it can brighten your complexion and play up your favorite facial features. Avoid highlighter with a…
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Hey everyone! I’m happy to report that I’m back in full-force with a new product review! I finally got around to picking up a bottle of Josie Maran Argan Matchmaker Serum Foundation in Medium/Dark after giving into temptation. The foundation is marketed as being an…
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I’ve been using the NARS Sheer Glow Foundation on and off for about the past 3 months now, as I’ve been testing a few different foundations. But recently, this has become my go-to foundation. If you’re looking for a foundation that gives you a nice,…
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I’ve been experimenting with a few foundations for the past three months. The MAC Mineralize Satinfinish foundation is one of those foundations I’ve been trying. I love the idea of a satin finish for my foundation to give me a nice, healthy glow, as opposed…
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The MAC Mineralize foundation would be the third foundation I’ve been experimenting with lately. It’s MAC’s latest foundation, which hasn’t been out for very long. This is a cream foundation packaged in a compact, with a mirror and a sponge applicator. This foundation was released…
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Hello, all. Since its been a while since my last review, I thought I’d swing back full force with one my favorite, recent discoveries — the aspirin mask! Those of you internet nuts who live by the “research first, buy/try after” motto have probably heard…
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As a graphic/web designer, I’m a stickler for good packaging and design. This product didn’t have that, so I was a little skeptical about trying it when Shine! (Yahoo) sent it to me to review. It was kind of like my aversion to watching Avatar…
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Mac 187 Duo Fibre Face Brush
I purchased a gift set two Christmases ago which included a smaller version of this brush with a red handle. This has to be my all time favorite brush from any manufacturer. The 187 Dual Fibre Brush is a flat topped circular brush with white…
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Awhile ago, I blogged about Shea Oil and how much I loved it. I recommended to a friend and she recently gave us some feedback regarding her experience with Shea Oil. I was in search of a new facial moisturizer. I was using Seaweed Mattifying…
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Over the weekend I got to use Clean Slate Face Primer by Tarte, which my cousin happened to purchase at Sephora. She was trying to find something cheaper then Smashbox, and this primer from Tarte Cosmetics costs 27.00. I have to say the texture is…
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Yesterday I went to the Brea Mall and stopped at the MAC Store, where I bought the Mineralize Skinfinish Medium Dark Powder and Mineralize Skinfinish bronzer/blush. I’m wearing it today at work and so far I like it. The powder looks good and the bronzer contours…
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I have to admit, while perusing the shelves at my local Planet Beauty I was a bit skeptical when I came across a product called Shampowder by Buttercream Cosmetics. Getting a tad irritated at the lack of a product description on the packaging (aside from…
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