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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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MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Liner – A staple for a waterproof, budge-proof liquid liner!

The Aqua Line from MAKE UP FOR EVER is my go-to for water, tear, and smudge-proof color that lasts all day. When MAKE UP FOR EVER says ‘waterproof’ they deliver, thank you. The Aqua Liner has been a staple for many years. … Continue reading

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A shade for the fiery tempress – Diablotine Addict Extreme Lipstick

Dior’s Addict Gloss Collection is made to be mixed and matched for hundreds of possibilities. “Four shimmering shades of Dior Addict lipstick and four, pure, more sophisticated shades of Dior Addict Extreme allows you to have fun and create your own … Continue reading

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YSL Rouge Volupté *Shine* in #8, #13, #6

When YSL released their Rouge Volupté ‘Shine’ lipsticks earlier this year I ordered #8 ‘Pink in Confidence’ right away (full review here). I am a huge fan of the original formula and was quickly won over with the new ‘shinier’ version. Since swatching the colors in store I … Continue reading

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Dior ‘Addict’ Gloss in Délice for Spring 2013

The Dior Addict Glosses have been revamped, reformulated and re-released in a selection of 24 new shades for Spring. The new glosses are formulated to create a “plumping” effect. They contain hyaluronic spheres to help to keep lips moisturized. The glosses are available in … Continue reading

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Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour in Orchid

Laura Mercier recently released eight new shades of their cult classic Caviar Stick Eye Colour for spring. Orchid is one of the new shades released along with grey pearl, rosegold, mint snow, sand glow, sugar frost, and seashell. Since recently discovering the Caviar Eye … Continue reading

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YOUNGBLOOD Lipstick in Debalicious

For Spring 2013 Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics has released a new lipstick in the shade Debalicious. The lipstick is a long-lasting formula that contains natural oils, minerals and candelilia wax. A perfect shade to pair along with their newly released Gel Liner in … Continue reading

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Hourglass Ambeint Lighting Powder in Diffused Light

Hourglass has recently released a finishing powder called Ambient Lighting Powder in six shades. I can’t quite recall this much hype surrounding a new release in the beauty world before. Of course I had to see for myself what this magical powder was … 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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