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May 2015 - jackie 0. monroe
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Budget Friendly Beauty - Maybelline Dream Bronze BB

This is kind of a double post, a Friday Favorite and a Budget Beauty. I did not like the original Maybelline Dream BB but once I saw they had a bronze one, I had to try it out of curiosity. The first thing I thought of was, oh could this be a dupe for Stila's Bronze Beauty Balm (which I love but it's...

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NYC High End Makeup Haul!

My friend Kendall and I try and make it to the NYC IMATS every year. This year tickets sold out before we could purchase them so we decided to have our own makeup day in the city! This trip included a lot of firsts for me... my first trip to Saks on Fifth Avenue, my first trip to Macy's at Herald Square (at...

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Mac - The Matte Lip

I am super excited to share this release with you guys! Mac is releasing new (and repromoting some old) matte lipsticks! Colors include lipstick versions of their super popular lip liners in Stone and Whirl (OMG)! All shades will be permanent which is so nice to see considering Mac is huge on limited edition collections. It takes at least some of the stress...

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Favorite Drugstore Sunscreen Finds!

Face: Neutrogena Pure and Free Liquid Sunscreen SPF 50 - This is a golden find! I love this sunscreen. It doesn't feel heavy or tacky and it totally sinks in! I have been using it on my face, neck, and chest for the past two weeks and have not had any problems with breakouts or sensitivity. It is a concentrate formula so you...

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Lust List

Here are some things I've been eyeing this week! Sigh... this gorgeous and outrageously expensive Coach bag This choker from nomaticstore.com and... Mac's Chromagraphic pencils! xoxo ...

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allnatural

Beauty From Within with Fountain Molecules

We all know or at least should know the saying, "you are what you eat". Fountain Beauty takes it to another level with their beauty molecules. Beauty molecules are liquid supplements that are for targeted ailments such as lackluster locks, a dull complexion, and even to perk up a frown. I saw these in a couple different places and the packaging alone makes...

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A Beauty Bucket List

Allure's "50 Beauty Products to Buy Before You Die" is an inspiring list comprised of high end (some very high end) and basic beauty products you need to try before you "kick the bucket". Find the article here. I found this list to be pretty good but I have some of my own to add, Younique's 3D Fiber Lash - The best mascara for...

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"A Natural Beauty" Series

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OCC Cosplay Collection for Spring/Summer 2015

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics' (OCC) up and coming collection looks so fun! I am super excited to get my hands on that John Doe lip tar and nail polish! What do you guys think? The collection launches on June 1st so mark your calendars!  xoxo ...

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Budget Friendly Beauty - Hard Candy Palettes - Birthday Suit & Guilty Pleasure

This is going to be a new series of posts! I know everyone looks for budget friendly makeup whether it be dupes for high end products or just an affordable favorites. When you are able to find a mascara or lipstick that is just as good as the high end brands it is worth sharing! So here I will share with you good...

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Sigma Limited Edition Special Effects Brush Set

I received the email about this about a week ago and was immediately interested. I haven't done any theatrical makeup yet but it is definitely intriguing to me. During the Fall season when I was planning and preparing for all of my Halloween looks this set would have been an awesome addition! The email sent stated that the set includes 11 brushes used...

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Mac Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation

If you haven't tried Mac's Original Pro Longwear foundation then you are missing out! I love it. It's perfect for when you need your makeup to stay put, e.i. events, summer weather, etc. I am definitely intrigued by this new formula. It looks like it might be a little more moisturizing than the original. That will be nice for us dry skinned ladies...

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