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Paul & Joe Cheek Color in Re-Belle from Spring 2013 Carousel Collection

My introduction into the whimsical world of Paul & Joe Beaute began with their ‘Carousel Collection’ released this past Spring. I’m not one who is usually drawn in to such “pretty” although it seems to happen more often the older I … Continue reading

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YOUNGBLOOD Anti-Shine Mattifier

Just in time for the warmer months, Youngblood has released a new oil control solution in their Anti-Shine Mattifier. This innovative and breakthrough formula works to remove excess surface oil and shine for a long-lasting mattifying effect. Rich in Nigella Oil, Pumpkin Oil and Tocepheral (which helps to … Continue reading

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Youngblood Incredible Wear Gel Liner in Lagoon

Now available from Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics for Spring 2013 is their Incredible Wear Gel Liner in the shade Lagoon. The Incredible Wear Gel Liners ”long-wearing formula glides on smoothly like a liquid liner with the precision of an eye pencil. ” They … Continue reading

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Dior Diorskin Nude BB Creme

Released earlier this year, the Diorskin Nude BB Creme is a makeup with naturally derived skin care ingredients. “Its light, blending texture delivers seamless correction and bathes the face in a unique rosy glow.” The BB Creme is available in ”four expert … Continue reading

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Burberry Sheer Eye Shadow in No.06 Almond

The Burberry Sheer Eye Shadow collection ranges from “classic trench coat-inspired shades to smokey-metals” and are said to “adapt to all skin tones.” I have been wanting to further explore the Burberry Beauty brand since trying and loving their Sheer Glow Blush. The … Continue reading

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Sunday Riley Blush in Blushing

There has been a lot of talk surrounding Sunday Riley blushes, a brand very new to me. I cannot be certain where I first caught wind of its mention, although I could have sworn it was in an Allure Best of … Continue reading

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A Makeup Look using the Lorac PRO Palette *Gilded*

I reviewed the Lorac PRO palette yesterday. As promised, here is a look that I have created using some of the shades. Let me say that I achieved this look with great ease. The performance of these shadows is exceptional, requiring only a small amount of blending. … Continue reading

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LORAC PRO Palette

The Lorac PRO Palette contains 16 intensely pigmented shadows each infused with soothing botanicals. Featuring eight matte and eight shimmering shades it is designed to shade, shadow, line and define your eyes in one easy palette. In addition it contains a mini Behind The Scenes Eye … Continue reading

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Dior Diorshow New Look Set

I picked up this sweet little Dior set from Sephora recently. A great value at $28.50, the price of the New Look Mascara alone. It features a full-sized Mascara in black and a mini 5 Couture Colour Eyeshadow palette in 734 Grège. Please note that on the Sephora … Continue reading

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My Lucite Dreams ‘Best of Beauty’ (eyes & lips)

I already covered base in my ‘best of beauty’, now moving on to eyes and lips, this list required a bit more thought. Mascara and eyeliner were easy wins. The Bobbi Brown long-wear gel liner is a pot of gold. Make Up … Continue reading

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