Monthly Archives: March 2012

Swatches: Essie Nail Polish in “Meet Me At Sunset”

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Allura

Essie describes Meet Me At Sunset as a “vibrant deep orange.” It leaves a glossy cream finish and can be worn with 1 or 2 coats. See below for photographs and the color applied! Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Mally Evercolor Shadow Stick in “Plum”

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Allura

Mally’s Evercolor Shadow Sticks come in 17 different colors. This review is for Plum–a medium purple with brown undertones and lighter purple shimmers. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Maybelline SuperStay 10 Hr Stain Gloss in “Pleasing Plum”

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Allura

Maybelline’s newest lipgloss stains come in 10 different shades and are said to last 10 hours. The color 170 Pleasing Plum is reviewed, below. You can also see the review for Mauve Dream here and Pink Plush here. Continue reading →

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Link Love: What’s Your Eye Shape?

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Allura

Confused about what eye shape you have and how to best apply eyeshadow for it? Take a look at Beautylish’s article about eye shapes and application tips. Continue reading →

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Swatches: CND Nail Polish in “Scarlet Letter”

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Allura

CND’s Scarlet Letter nail polish is a vibrant, bold, classic red that can be worn with 1 or 2 coats. See below for photographs and the color applied! Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Babor Super Soft Eye Shadow in “Shiny Taupe”

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Allura

Babor’s Super Soft Eye Shadows are pressed shadows that come in 15 different shades. The shade Shiny Taupe–a shimmery taupe with a hint of purple–is reviewed below. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Sleek Pout Paint in “Milkshake”

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Allura

Sleek’s Pout Paints come in 11 shades. Milkshake, a coral-pink color, is reviewed below. You can also read the review for the shade in Minx here. Continue reading →

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Truth Patrol: Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Allura

Trying to decode an ingredients list is usually daunting. Most of the words just sound like mumbo-jumbo. And I think this is the main reason Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) gets a bad rap. Continue reading →

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Swatches: Essie Nail Polish in “Splash of Grenadine”

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Allura

Essie describes Splash of Grenadine as a “playful magenta pink.” It leaves a glossy cream finish and requires 2 coats.

See below for photographs and the color applied! Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Vasanti Eye Colour Palette in “The Hamptons”

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Allura

Vasanti is a Canadian makeup brand that is sold at Canadian drugstores and can be purchased by US/International customers online. They offer 3 different Eye Colour Palettes, all of which contain 5 colors. This review is for the Hamptons palette, which includes a soft beige, peachy pink, deep brown, periwinkle grey and intense rich navy. Continue reading →

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