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Moving On
This post has been a long time coming, and is maybe the most difficult one I've ever written. After years of swimming in beauty products, and loving every minute of it, I'll no longer be posting in... Continue reading »
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Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Eye Duo
This isn't such a great week for Avon & Me. First my hopes for the Lotus Shield were dashed, and now I'm disappointed by another product that sounded so good on paper and looked great in the... Continue reading »
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Self-Tanner Review Series: Victoria's Secret Beach Sexy Gradual Tan Moisturizer SPF15
I LOVE a tanner with some SPF. You can slather it on in the morning and go about your day knowing that not only are you protected from the sun, but you'll be tan by dinnertime! Victoria's Secret... Continue reading »
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Tone Up With Arcona Triad Pads
Let's start out with a little math: Toner already in a pad > Toner in a bottle that you have to apply to a pad. ARCONA Triad Pads are soaked with hydrating, toning, cleansing, and... Continue reading »
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Steals & Deals: 20% Off ULTA; Philosophy Gift with Purchase; BECCA Sale on HauteLook; Free Benefit Eyeshadow; More
Some interesting goods for sale this week, my lovelies. First, can we talk Becca? There's going to be a Becca sale on HauteLook tomorrow (Thursday), and you can bet I'll be stalking the site all... Continue reading »
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Smooth Operator: St. Tropez Applicator Mitt
Even though I'm a major self-tanner aficionado, I've always steered clear of gloves, mitts, or other devices that purported to provide an even application without messing up your hands. Gloves were... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Lea Michele
The lovely Lea Michele sported a 'do by celebrity stylist Mark Townsend at the 2010 Primetime Emmy Awards, and while I wish it was a bit more "done," I'm loving the fact that she's wearing a couple... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Jessalyn Gilsig
Makeup artist Spencer Barnes created Glee star Jessalyn Gilsig's look at the 2010 Primetime Emmy Awards. To recreate Jessalyn's gorgeous eyes and perfect skin, check out Spencer's tips below! Face:... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Has she ever looked better? Julia Louis-Dreyfus seems to get more gorgeous with every year! Her 2010 Emmy hair was sleek and simple--all the better to show off those knockout earrings. Julia's hair... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Rose Byrne
Oh, Rose. I can barely focus on the makeup and the amazing dress with that hair in the way! This 'do looks more like something Helena Bonham Carter would sport. I have the breakdown for the hairstyle... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Tina Fey
Tina Fey in a sexy smokey eye...loving it! Makeup artist Kara Yoshimoto Bua was inspired by "Tina's beautiful eyes and black beaded overlay dress," and created this smoldering look, offset by soft... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: January Jones
January Jones' makeup at the 2010 Emmy Awards was gorgeous--very simple and classic--but aye, where was her hairstylist? Anyhow, let's focus on the makeup, since honestly, there's not much to say... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Emily Blunt
Emily Blunt hit the red carpet at the 2010 Emmys looking fabulous and glowing (I'd be glowing too if I just married John Krasinski!). Makeup artist Jenn Streicher used By Terry Rose de Rose blush in... Continue reading »
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Get the Emmy Look: Jenna Fischer
Jenna Fischer's Emmy makeup was gorgeous! Love that it's a look that works for everyday as well as the red carpet. Makeup artist Molly R Stern created the "simple, fresh and neutral" look to... Continue reading »
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From the Depths of the Beauty Closet: NARS Multiple in Portofino
My collection of NARS Multiples is pretty intense. For a while, I was on an unstoppable buying spree and I just HAD to have another one every time I visited Sephora. Unfortunately, a bunch of them... Continue reading »
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Get Ready for Fall with Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia
If you're anything like me, a stop at the Jo Malone display is a must when passing through the beauty floor of any department store. I love sniffing the new fragrances and coming up with new... Continue reading »
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Avon Advance Techniques Lotus Shield
I can't even tell you how excited I was when I heard about Avon's new anti-frizz product, Advance Techniques Lotus Shield. Inspired by the way lotus leaves repel water, Lotus Shield uses... Continue reading »
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Taming the Beast: How to Make Self-Tanner Work in High Humidity Environments
You may think that high humidity's greatest threat is to your hair, but for the past year and a half, it's been wreaking havoc on my tan. The very same self-tanners that turned me golden brown in New... Continue reading »
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Shop It: The Body Shop Friends & Family 20% Off
Today and tomorrow you'll save 20% on all your Body Shop purchases with code FF10 (online only). Who doesn't love a good friends & family sale? It seems like The Body Shop has fallen out of the... Continue reading »
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Five for Friday: Dessert-Scented Beauty Products
It's been a bit of a stressful week, friends. And stress makes me want to EAT. But since I'd rather not mess with my bikini bod, I'm reaching for some deliciously-scented body goodies instead.... Continue reading »
