Lipstick Swatches: Nyx's 11 New Matte Shades

Good evening, lovelies! Sorry we haven't been posting lately, it's been awfully busy 'round these parts. I know I promised to post a weekly review of Nyx's 11 new matte lipstick shades; but life just completely took over my schedule and I haven't had time to stop and smell the roses, let alone write a review. I'm sad to say that I still don't have the individual lipstick reviews for you, and I'm really sorry about that. I will try my best to do...

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Unboxing: Special Edition Snoe Glamourbox

I've been wanting to try Glamourbox for some time, so when additional slots opened up last week for their Special Edition Snoe Glamourbox, I hit 'Subscribe' right away. (And what perfect timing--they shipped the boxes out the next day and mine arrived on Saturday afternoon! Almost-instant gratification... Love it!) So here it is... The unboxing of my Special Edition Snoe Glamourbox! (Are you excited?? I am!) Warning: This post is picture-heavy! YOU...

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Korean Beauty Haul!

How's it going, you guys?! Anyone else wake up this week with a need for some retail therapy? ...No? Just me, then? Well, I did wake up this week wanting to buy new beauty products, so off I went to SM City The Block looking for Korean makeup that wouldn't burn a hole through my wallet. I ended up with these makeup and skincare products from Etude and Nature Republic. (Don't they just look pretty?) I am soooo excited to try all of these shiny,...

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NYX Craze: 11 New Matte Lipstick Shades!

Yup, you read it right. Nyx has come out with 11 new matte lipstick shades!  They are gorgeeooouuusss! I cannot wait to try them out. I have yet to swatch them because I just got them yesterday; and I was too excited to share them with all of you! (Check out the swatches here.) I'll be doing a weekly review of all the shades (one shade per week) so check back next Wednesday!  Until next time! Love, Sally ETA:...

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Bath & Body Works Haul!

Good morning, lovelies! I hope everyone has been having a great 2014 so far.  My holiday season was certainly a very busy one, filled with endless get-togethers and gift shopping. Surviving the holidays is definitely no easy feat! By the end of it all, I felt like I deserved a treat.... Bath & Body Works Outlet Thank goodness for the Bath & Body Works Semi-Annual Sale! I was able to get a lot of nice things without taking...

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Real Techniques Part 3: Kabuki Brush

Time for Part 3 of our Real Techniques Brushes series! 2-in-1 Kabuki Brush: *Use the 2-in-1 kabuki closed for powder, then unfold to sweep on color for high-definition results What I like about Real Techniques Kabuki Brush is it's size. I've taken it with me to quick weekend getaways when I have had to travel light. Again, this brush is plush and amazingly soft! It can also be used to sweep on color, but I've personally only used it to apply...

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Real Techniques Part 2: Stippling Brush

As promised, here is part 2 (my favorite part!) of our Real Techniques series! Today's review is all about their stippling brush. If you're interested, I also reviewed the brushes included in their Travel Essentials set in this post. Stippling Brush: *This dual-fiber brush is the trade secret for creating airbrushed, high-definition results with all types of makeup If you are in the market for an amazing foundation brush, this is the brush...

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