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Urban Decay Backtalk Eye & Face Palette

Out of all the newer Spring makeup releases I've seen lately (there are a TON by the way), I was most excited for this! The Urban Decay Afterglow blushes are some of my favorites so I was excited to see them come out with 4 new blush/highlight shades and a monochromatic palette of cooler-toned rose… Continue reading Urban Decay Backtalk Eye & Face Palette

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Marc Jacobs Shameless Foundation // R230, Y270 & R300

With tons of mixed reviews on this - I'm excited to share mine! Marc Jacobs claims that this is a 24-hour wear foundation that is flashback-free & contains SPF 25. It is oil-free, buildable, self-setting, and designed to make your skin look hydrated and more youthful. AND, it is ideal for sensitive, normal, dry, combination… Continue reading Marc Jacobs Shameless Foundation // R230, Y270 & R300

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Too Faced Just Peachy Mattes VS. White Peach

The beauty community went absolutely crazy over the Too Faced Peaches & Cream collection. From the incredibly long wearing Peach Perfect Foundation, to the richly pigmented Peach Kiss lipsticks, the sweetly scented cream to powder Peach My Cheeks Blushes, the lattice designed Sweetie Pie Bronzer, and the star of the whole collection - the Just… Continue reading Too Faced Just Peachy Mattes VS. White Peach

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Physicians Formula Butter Highlighters

Pretty sure I've never been this excited over highlighters, ever. I am not someone who loves super glittery, blinding, sparkly cheeks. No ma'am. My life is way too boring to be walking around the grocery store looking like a blinged-out disco ball.. I know some can relate! 😉 Highlighting has been trendy for years, and… Continue reading Physicians Formula Butter Highlighters

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Kevyn Aucoin Making Faces Beauty Book

If you're in desperate need of a beauty lesson your best bet is to turn to this all-in-one makeup go-to, the Kevyn Aucoin Making Faces Beauty Book. This includes the brands "cult following" most sought after products and step by step beauty tips on how to achieve some of his most iconic looks. This magnetic… Continue reading Kevyn Aucoin Making Faces Beauty Book

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Woosh Beauty MMS Bag + Mirror & Essential Brush Set – Makeup On-The-Go!

Where was this a year ago when I did my makeup on the go more than I did at home?! At one point I was solely doing my makeup in the car (parked), or in the bathroom at my work office. I slept in until the very last minute, rushed to take a shower, get… Continue reading Woosh Beauty MMS Bag + Mirror & Essential Brush Set – Makeup On-The-Go!

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IT Cosmetics New Year New Confidence In Your Skin // QVC Special!

IT Cosmetics is kicking off the New Year with another one of their QVC specials. If you love IT Cosmetics and find yourself hitting up Ulta way too often to repurchase your faves, this is a great way to stock up on their best-sellers at a phenomenal deal. Confidence in a Compact ::: A solid… Continue reading IT Cosmetics New Year New Confidence In Your Skin // QVC Special!

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Clarisonic Sonic Foundation Brush Head

As if Clarisonic hasn't given us reason enough to love them, on top of their range of skin cleansing brush attachments, they came out with a foundation brush attachment that applies foundation with the smoothest most flawless finish! Investing in a Clarisonic device is investing into your skin and this new brush head is just… Continue reading Clarisonic Sonic Foundation Brush Head

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Makeup Geek “Current Obsessions” A.K.A. Favorites

If you watch Marlena's YouTube channel you totally get the "current obsessions" title. 😉 I have loved the Makeup Geek brand for years - I think it's a phenomenal value for the quality and have been a long time fan of Marlena as well! See below for my current favorites, what I'm loving and what… Continue reading Makeup Geek “Current Obsessions” A.K.A. Favorites

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The Best of the BEST Foundations For Oily Skin

My desire to put a bunch of new foundations to the test came about when I heard the news that my favorite foundation, the Fiona Stiles matte finish foundation concentrate was being discontinued a few months ago. All good things must come to an end I guess. Although I do miss that foundation, it gave… Continue reading The Best of the BEST Foundations For Oily Skin