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Shades of U
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Chronicles of a makeup junkie's adventures and thoughts on hues, textures, application and imagery of cosmetic products.
posts and product reviews
Aminogenesis Tripeptinon: A Review
11/26/08 at 08:10PM
We've always had our own version of how to achieve long-lasting, even eternal youth. Because of this, each one of us has created our own beauty regimen that we believe can delay the adverse effects of aging. Skin care and cosmetic companies milk th...
Lippmann, OPI, China Glaze and MAC Nail Lacquer Swatches
11/25/08 at 02:24PM
Finally, as promised, here are some of the swatches of my latest nail polish haul (with the exception of the MAC one). I still have some more polishes to swatch, but I really want to do this during the day so my photos can use the benefit of natural...
MAC Monogram: Product Information and Promo Images
11/24/08 at 02:13PM
I cannot wait to try the lipgloss and the sheerspark pressed powder. Will the lipgloss be better or similar to the dazzleglasses? Create a signature. Gather up these limited-edition collectibles for lips, face, eyes, and go global. Monogram ...
Weekend Nail Polish Hauls: Lippmann, OPI and China Glaze
11/23/08 at 05:35PM
I meant to do this entry last night but I was so pooped after shopping and preparing for this week's Thanksgiving holiday. I got these last night but I couldn't wait to blog about them as I was really excited that all of them came at the same time i...
Coastal Scents Original and Shimmer 88 Palettes and Gel Liners: A Review
11/20/08 at 09:24PM
Okay, am I too late to join the 88 palette bandwagon? Well I finally got both the Original (which features matte and satin shadows) and Shimmer palettes. Even before I came home tonight, I knew they were by my front door because I checked the FedEx...
Urban Decay Haul: Ammo Shadow Box Plus, Velvet Rope 24/7 Liners and Concealer
11/20/08 at 10:27AM
I was so excited when I got my little package from UrbanDecay.com yesterday. Urban Decay held their Friends and Family Sale last week with a whopping 30% discount throughout its entire online store. It was my first time to shop at that site, and I ...
MAC Pearl Glide Liner Review and A Purple Look
11/19/08 at 01:19PM
These babies are pigmented and apply like buttah! I have tried the Pearl Glide liners, and while I am not really a fan of glitter liners, I am loving the pearl glides because they really do glide and not tug on your lids. They are very creamy and a...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals
11/18/08 at 12:12PM
In some cultures, Black Friday means the Friday before Easter, and that means people commemorate the death of Jesus. Here in America, though, Black Friday is commonly known as the Friday after Thanksgiving, which marks the start of the Christmas sho...
Some More OPI Polish Swatches
11/18/08 at 10:26AM
Here are some more swatches of OPI nail polishes I acquired. They are pretty fall shades but there are also some light, neutral shades that are certainly eye-catching, as well. The lone China Glaze of the bunch, but this is what I am sporting o...
MAC Holiday '08: Warm Eyes Palette Look
11/16/08 at 08:24PM
The previous entry featured a look using the new Holiday '08 Passions of Red Cool Eyes palette from MAC. This time around, I'm featuring the greens from the Warm Eyes palette. I'm really liking the greens basically because of the olive green shade....

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