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try (a sample) before you buy (the full size)0

i am 100% the target audience for makeup samples. as if i don’t buy enough makeup, retailers continue to tempt me with all of the tiny foil packets. i try to offload most of these when they come my way … Continue reading

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lancôme le teint particulier custom made makeup0

one of the biggest frustrations when buying a new foundation is finding your perfect shade. nothing is worse than thinking you have a great match, stepping into natural light (this usually happens to me in my car) and realizing your … Continue reading

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beauty essentials4

  i get a lot of questions about my beauty essentials. inquiring minds want to know about the must-have products that i can’t live without and the parts of my routine where i tend to splurge instead of save. when it comes … Continue reading

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the product that started it all12

  as i near this here blog’s five year anniversary next month, i find myself reflecting on the crazy amazing ride that it has sent me on – and one that i am not ready to get off of anytime … Continue reading

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best in beauty: spring 20136

the beauty brands are coming out big for their spring 2013 launches and i am loving everything that I see. here are my picks for the best products from the spring 2013 collections: paul & joe limited edition eye color … Continue reading

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pink eye8

* one of the boldest trends coming out in beauty for spring 2013 is pink eyeshadow. we’re seeing shades from baby pink to fuchsia in shimmer and matte, appearing in both cream and powder formulas. i’m not going to lie … Continue reading

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show me your lip bomb, elizabeth3

my inbox is bursting at the seams with lip bombs after last week’s inaugural post – i could not be more thrilled! i’m going to start sharing them weekly on wednesdays and possibly on other days, because they are just … Continue reading

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spring beauty trends at hadley emerson2

my friend hadley owns the cutest boutique in chapel hill, north carolina. she has a keen eye for high fashion at a moderate price point and really exceptional taste. while her boutique was coming together, she started blogging her fashion … Continue reading

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sunkissed bronzer for spring18

*          *          * i don’t know about you beauties, but my sallow complexion is screaming for some sun. some of my favorite powders and potions for warming things up: in the center: josie maran bronzing powder, $30 clockwise from top, … Continue reading

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thing of beauty: lancome la roseraie2

lancome’s latest color collection has me craving all things spring. it’s an especially welcome pop of pastel during february, which can be such a weird parallel month between winter and warmer weather. if you’re paling in comparison to your former … Continue reading

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