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product reviews

Bioelements Triple-Action, Rapid-Resurfacing Facial Kit Review, Photos

May 26, 2013

Whether you have sensitive skin or not—check out this gentle, yet effective facial exfoliator to incorporate into your existing skincare regimen for smoother, brighter skin.

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NYC New York Color Applelicious Glossy Lip Balm Review, Photos, Swatches

May 24, 2013

I don’t own many pieces from New York Color, but these lip balms are worthy of your time! With a darling moisturizing apple “core”, the Applelicious Gloss Lip Balms offer a healthy dose of shine, hydration, and a slight tint.

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Flower Beauty Shadow Play Eyeshadow Quad in Foxy Browns Review, Photos, Swatches

May 23, 2013

Earlier this year, Flower Beauty launched exclusively at Walmart with much fanfare. The line was created in partnership with Drew Barrymore, and I’ve seen so many products from the line receive high praise in the blogosphere. Check out the Shadow Play shadow quad in Foxy Browns!

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Kiehl’s Skin Tone Correcting & Beautifying BB Cream SPF 50 Review, Photos, Swatches

May 21, 2013

In a world full of BB creams, believe me when I tell you that I wasn’t exactly knocking down doors trying to find a new one. It seems EVERY brand has one, and it looks like the BB cream has spawned the birth of the CC cream, even now…the DD cream. Yikes.

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MAC Temperature Rising Collection Review, Photos, Swatches

May 19, 2013

We all know that new MAC collections come fast, and they come furious. And I have to say, it’s been a long time since I’ve paused and been like—WOW—AMAZING! This post has taken me some extra time because I have not stopped dabbling in the new Temperature Rising Collection since it hit my desk.

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essie Resort Collection for 2013 Review, Swatches, Photos

May 13, 2013

Take off to a resort this summer with essie’s four new playful nail polish hues for summer 2013!

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Perlier 8-Piece Shower & Body Cream Travel Kit Review

May 11, 2013

Buying cosmetics from TV is easy—shower gel and moisturizer, not so much! Here, I try out a brand I’ve only been able to find on HSN, Perlier. I can’t believe I waited so long to try this beautifully decadent bath & body line!

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OPI Couture de Minnie Collection Review, Photos, Swatches

May 10, 2013

Not to be confused with the OPI Vintage Minnie Mouse Collection from last year, meet the new Couture de Minnie Collection! Couture de Minnie was created in honor of one of Disney’s most beloved characters, but highlights the couture side of Minnie Mouse.

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Jane Iredale Longest Lash Thickening and Lengthening Mascara Review with Before & After Photos

May 9, 2013

Check out the latest mascara from Jane Iredale–it promises to lengthen & thicken. But you can be the judge of that, after seeing my before & after photos!

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BUXOM Full Bodied Lipstick Review, Swatches, Photos

May 7, 2013

Last weekend, I stopped into Sephora to check out the latest beauty wares. I stumbled across the new display for the BUXOM Full Bodied Lipsticks, & I instantly fell in love! With a range of 10 wildly-pigmented hues, it’s hard to stay away from. Here, I share details on 5 of those gorgeous shades.

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