Review & Swatches: MAC Temperature Rising Eye Shadow Quad in “Bare My Soul”

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Allura
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MAC Temperature Rising Eye Shadow Quad in Bare My Soul

Availability: MAC Stores & Online
Price: $44.00

Company’s Description

An Eye Shadow Quad packaged in a limited-edition soft touch bronze compact in four shades: Bare My Soul, When In Rio, Friendly and Romantico. The highly pigmented powder formula applies evenly, blends and builds beautifully.

This review is for the Bare My Soul Eye Shadow Quad releasing with MAC’s Temperature Rising Collection for Spring 2013. This post includes photographs and swatches of the following colors:

  • Bare My Soul: Frosted gold (Lustre)
  • When in Rio: Deep green with copper pearl (Frost)
  • Summer Indulgence: Deep bronze chocolate (Veluxe Pearl)
  • Romantico: Light taupe bronze (Veluxe Pearl)


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Review & Swatches: MAC Temperature Rising Lipsticks

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Allura
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MAC Temperature Rising Lipsticks

Availability: MAC Stores & Online
Price: $16.50

Company’s Description

Colour plus texture for lips. Stands out on the runway and simmers on the street. It’s what made M∙A∙C famous. Limited-edition soft-touch bronze packaging.

This review is for the four (4) limited edition Lipsticks releasing with MAC’s Temperature Rising Collection for Spring 2013. This post includes photographs and swatches of the following colors:

  • Altered Beige: Creamy yellow beige (Lustre)
  • Feel My Pulse: Vivid magenta violet (Cremesheen)
  • Sheer Seduction: Super dazzle bronze (Dazzle)
  • Caliente: Super dazzle violet (Dazzle)

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Review & Swatches: MAC Temperature Rising Lipglasses

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Allura
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MAC Temperature Rising Lipglasses

Availability: MAC Stores & Online
Price: $16.50

Company’s Description

High-gloss, glass-like finish tinted with sensual shades. Wear it alone or pair it with Lipstick for a perfectly glossed look. Limited-edition packaging.

This review is for the four (4) limited edition Lipglasses releasing with MAC’s Temperature Rising Collection for Spring 2013. This post includes photographs and swatches of the following colors:

  • Liquid Passion: Creamy nude
  • Soft Serenade: Mid-tone neutral pink with pearl
  • Rhythm: Vivid magenta violet with pearl
  • Underdressed: Bronze plum with multidimensional pearl

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Review & Swatches: MAC Temperature Rising Blushes

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Allura
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MAC Temperature Rising Blushes

Availability: MAC Stores & Online
Price: $23.00

Company’s Description

Colour for cheeks and face in Ripe for Love, a midtone peach with a satin finish, and Hot Nights, a berry pink frost, packaged in a limited-edition soft-touch bronze compact.

This review is for the two (2) limited-edition Blushes releasing with MAC’s Temperature Rising Collection for Spring 2013. This post includes photographs and swatches of the following colors:

  • Ripe for Love: Mid-tone peach (Satin)
  • Hot Nights: Mid-tone berry pink (Frost)

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MAC Temperature Rising Collection Video

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Allura

Here is the video overview of MAC’s Temperature Rising Collection. The video includes live swatches of all of the colors and my thoughts about the quality of the formulas.

You can also read a full review with swatches of the items as they get posted. Keep an eye out!

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Stay Tuned: MAC Temperature Rising Collection

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Allura
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Reviews, swatches, and photos of MAC’s Temperature Rising Collection are coming soon!

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Swatches: OPI Couture de Minnie Collection

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Allura
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OPI Couture de Minnie Collection

Limited-edition
Release Date: June 2013
Price: $9.00 ($10.95 CAN)
Availability: ULTA

Company’s Description

OPI announces the launch of its Couture de Minnie collection, including four limited edition nail lacquers and one new Liquid Sand™ shade. Created in honor of Disney’s beloved character, the Couture de Minnie line explores the fashion-forward side of Minnie Mouse, mixing pink, fuschia and red shades with textural elements. In addition to three crème lacquers, the Couture de Minnie line features a red and white polka dot glitter shade and the strawberry-hued Liquid Sand nail lacquer in Magazine Cover Mouse to give nails a sparkly, matte finish.

Here is a look at OPI’s Couture de Minni nail polishes! The following colors are shown:

  • Chic from Ears to Tail: This pop of bubblegum pink is totally fabulous
  • A Definite Moust-Have: This fantastic fuchsia is at the top of my shopping list
  • Minnie Style: This white and red glitter is the height of fashion
  • Innie Minnie Mightie Bow: Catch this crimson by the to
  • Magazine Cover Mouse: The headline-making strawberry has sparkling texture

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Review & Swatches: Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Eye Shadow Duo in “Classic Khaki”

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Allura
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Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Eye Shadow Duo in Classic Khaki

Availability: Elizabeth Arden, Macy’s
Price: $28.50

Company’s Description

A beautifully blended eye look starts with perfectly paired colors. Our Beautiful Color Eye Shadow Duos are precisely matched to work together seamlessley. Instantly smooths and brightens the look of eyes while delivering luxurious skincare benefits. Vitamin enriched. Oil-free.

Elizabeth Arden has released a new eye shadow formula with its Beautiful Color Eye Shadows. There are seven (7) different duos currently available that include this new formula, which is said to be smooth, crease-free, and long-lasting. This review is for the duo Classic Khaki, which includes a shimmering khaki green and a shimmering nude-pink.


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Review & Swatches: Bobbi Brown Long Wear Cream Shadow Stick in “Bark”

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Allura
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Bobbi Brown Long Wear Cream Shadow Stick in Bark

Availability: Sephora
Price: $28.00

Company’s Description

A long-lasting, waterproof eye shadow that glides on easy like a stroke of genius. Shade, define, smoke up, and highlight your eyes with this do-it-all eye shadow formula. It glides onto your lids tug-free and is completely waterproof, so it can play as rough as you do. Choose from subtle to eye-popping shades that last for up to eight hours without creasing, flaking, or fading.

Bobbi Brown’s new Bobbi Brown Long Wear Cream Shadow Sticks come in eight (8) different shades. This review is for the shade Bark–a rich brown color.

If you would like to see photos and swatches of all eight (8) shades, please see this post.

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Beauty.com Friends & Family Sale 20% Off

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Allura
During our special Friends and Family Event, take 20% off your Beauty.com order. Limited time event!

Beauty.com’s Friends & Family Sale is now on! You get 20% off, including for brands like Urban Decay, Philosophy, ans Deborah Lippmann! Ends 5/17.

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