Category Archives: Swatches

Review & Swatches: Pixi Tinted Brilliance Balm in “Bitten Berry”

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Allura

Pixi’s Tinted Brilliance Balms are staining lip balms that are said to condition your lips while giving them lush color. This product is available in seven (7) different shades. This review is for the shade Bitten Berry–a berry plum color. Continue reading →

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China Glaze Cirque du Soleil Worlds Away Collection Video

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Allura

Here is the video overview of China Glaze’s Cirque du Soleil Worlds Away Collection! The video includes live application of all the colors and my thoughts on their quality. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Pixi Succulent Lip Twin in “Poppy Red”

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Allura

Pixi’s Succulent Lip Twins are duo-purpose products that function as both lip colors and cheek colors. This product comes in five (5) different shades. This review is for the shade Poppy Red–a deep strawberry red shade. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: By Terry Gloss Terrybly Shine Hydra-Lift Lip Lacquer in “Gold Digger”

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Allura

By Terry’s Gloss Terrybly Shine Hydra-Lift Lip Lacquer comes in five (5) different shades and is said to be ultra-shiny and volumizing. This review is for the shade Gold Digger. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: NARS Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil in “New Lover”

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Allura

This review is for NARS’ Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil in the shade New Lover, which is a gold infused strawberry pink shade. This product is said to impart glossy color and moisture. Continue reading →

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Wet n Wild Holiday 2012 Collection Video

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Allura

Here is the video overview of Wet n Wild’s Holiday 2012 Collection items! The video includes live application of all the colors and my thoughts on the quality of the products. Continue reading →

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Swatches: Deborah Lippmann Luxurious Nail Color in “Cleopatra In New York”

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Allura

This post shows photos and swatches of Deborah Lippmann’s Luxurious Nail Color in Cleopatra In New York, which is a gold studded black color. This is a limited-edition shade.

The photos, below, show two (2) coats applied. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Lancome Color Design Infinité in “Continuous Crème”

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Allura

Lancome’s newly-released Color Design Infinité products are cream-powder eye shadows that the company says are exceptionally long-wearing and crease-free. This review is for the shade Continuous Creme–a matte nude eggshell. Continue reading →

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Swatches: China Glaze Cirque du Soleil Worlds Away Collection

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Allura

Here are swatches of six (6) of the colors from China Glaze’s Cirque du Soleil Worlds Away Collection! Keep reading for photos and applied swatches of the following colors:

Hanging in the Balance: Cerulean blue crème
Water You Waiting For: Shimmering blue green purple
Creative Fantasy: Grape neon
Bend Over Backwards: Pepper red shimmer
Igniting Love: Hot tamale red crème
Get Carried Away: Multi-sized black and red collage glitter with black crème

Continue reading →

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Swatches: Deborah Lippmann Luxurious Nail Color in “Across The Universe”

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Allura

This post shows photos and swatches of Deborah Lippmann’s Luxurious Nail Color in Across The Universe, which is a blazing blue and metallic green glam in a sheer navy color.

The photos, below, show two (2) coats applied. Continue reading →