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MAC “To the Beach” Lustre Drops: Just a Hint of Glint

The classic standby highlighter has been re-released with a “To the Beach” makeover. Meaning the cap is white instead of black. Yes, the packaging looks fresh, but it’s what’s on the inside that counts, and this teeny-tiny bottle can make your whole face appear even fresher. There’s a reason this product has stuck around. MAC … Continue reading “MAC “To the Beach” Lustre Drops: Just a Hint of Glint”

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Shiseido The Makeup Multi-Shade Enhancer: Bronzer

Nothing beats a good bronzer, for a healthy glow, an island shimmer, or even perking up your face when you’re on the sallow side. Shiseido‘s Multi-Shade Enhancer gives perfect results every time I use it. Since I am already tanned, I like the depth of varying shades. I just need that extra layer to even … Continue reading “Shiseido The Makeup Multi-Shade Enhancer: Bronzer”

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Elizabeth Arden’s Spring/Summer 2011 Launches

I’m always surprised at how relatively affordable Elizabeth Arden is. Maybe it’s because growing up I often passed their Red Door Spa, which looked so glam to me as a kid, but in my head they’re way more luxurious than their prices would suggest. The one place the brand is lacking, in my opinion, is … Continue reading “Elizabeth Arden’s Spring/Summer 2011 Launches”

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Josie Maranargan Illuminizer: Sun Kissed Without The Worry

Let me start by saying, I am pale. When I don’t use my self tanner I am ghostly. I don’t tan in beds and haven’t had a spray tan in a while because the smell makes me sick, so when my birthday rolled around this year I needed something to make me look less… dead. … Continue reading “Josie Maranargan Illuminizer: Sun Kissed Without The Worry”

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Frugal Snob: essence Winter Collection

There’s frugal and then there’s FRUGAL and essence is frugal with everything from “f” to “l” in bold capital letters! I’m talking cheaper than Revlon, Rimmel London, L’Oreal, and pretty much every other drug store buy you can think of. How does that translate when it comes to quality? Don’t expect smoother than smooth eye … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: essence Winter Collection”

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Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel: Snooki(s) need not apply

Some people look good pale; Bella Swan, Amanda Seyfried, Anne Hathaway, vampires, etc. Emma, however, does not. I try to pull off the “winter glow” with blushes and rosy lips, but in photos I end up looking sick with too much makeup on. I think it may be because of my yellow undertones, or the … Continue reading “Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel: Snooki(s) need not apply”

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