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Archive for January, 2012

Lip Lust: Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in Tutti Frutti

January 24th, 2012 by Crystal

I haven’t seen so much hype about a drugstore beauty product since the Wet ‘n’ Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Trios. Since I love those as much as I do, I figured it would be wise to pay attention to the raved-about Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter ($7.49 US).

Something we’re seeing a lot of this season, Revlon offers lip colors with a youthful, vibrant vibe. The hybrid between a gloss, balm, and lipstick has been done before, but never as gracefully as Revlon has managed.

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Tarte Puttin’ On the Glitz Color Collection & Clutch

January 23rd, 2012 by Crystal

A mini bag is mainly for emergency necessities like cash, but we all throw in a gloss or powder in there anyways. Now reverse the situation. Imagine a bag that is designed for makeup rather than the essentials.

That’s exactly what you get with the Tarte Puttin’ On the Glitz Color Collection & Clutch ($48 US). This metallic silver case comes with three interchangeable palettes that snap inside and an easy-to-reapply gloss for worry free touch ups. Card slots and a long chain strap keep things organized.

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Travel Destination: Taipei, Taiwan

January 18th, 2012 by Jeannie

I enjoy spending my winters in Taipei as it’s warmer than New York but cooler than Los Angeles. Combine the comfortable winter-esque weather with visiting family, lots of cheap and delicious eats with amazing night markets and it becomes the perfect getaway from the holiday madness.

As I usually spend most of my time going from relative to relative or eating, I can forgo the fancy outfits and full makeup looks. I pack only my absolute beauty basics and keep the rest of the suitcases free so I can fill it with cakes and snacks for the way back (my old roommate can attest to how delicious Taiwanese confections are).

Here’s what makes it into my luggage when I am bound for Taipei:

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Nails of the Week: MAC Toco Toucan

January 17th, 2012 by Lilan

From MAC’s Iris Apfel collection that released earlier this month, I am HEAD OVER HEELS in love with Toco Toucan, a blue-based fuchsia in an oh-so-yummy creme formula.

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