“I really like your necklace.” I was standing at the checkout counter in Ulta, giving myself a mental pat on the back. I had been a very good girl. I came in, got my conditioner and went to the counter. With my coupon and the promotion they were running I had pretty much gotten two … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2014
Urban Decay Delivers… the VAULT!!
This is just… I don’t even know what to call it. Jaw-dropping, die-hard makeup junkie Christmas goodness! For a mere $280 you can deliver holiday shock and awe to that makeup junkie in your life. I promise, they will not be expecting THIS. This set includes all three of the Naked palettes plus three Naked … Continue reading
Jordana Easyliner Retractable Lip Liners: Review and Swatches
One of my favorite vloggers, Carli Bybel has professed her love for these Jordana lip liners (Tawny in particular) on numerous occasions. I love Milani, and Jordana is made by the same company and is basically the same product line at a lower price point. I’m all for that! I was in Walgreens picking something … Continue reading
Drugstore Makeup Haul! PLUS a Little Something from ACW
Hey Girlies! It’s time for a bit of drugstore makeup that I’ve picked up recently. There is a beauty supply store about two blocks from me and I walk past there (and in there) all the time. It’s very convenient for picking up hair products. I’m in there one day and they are having a … Continue reading
My Top 10 Sephora Holiday Gifts
It’s that time of year again, and Sephora has put together a selection of holiday gifts that are a beauty junkie’s dream. It’s pretty packaging, great products and massive amounts of goodies packed into sets that are priced to entice you to try them. Sephora Favorites Superstars ($75) This is that gift you can go … Continue reading
SUPER Sale!! 40% Off Clearance at ACW
So I’m doing my usual AM ritual of checking my e-mail (as many of us do) when I… see… THIS! OMG is right! I immediately go on the website and start ogling the goodies and I just… I MUST… control myself! This is a great opportunity to score some high end makeup at drugstore … Continue reading
And the Winner Is! The QVC Customer Choice Beauty Awards
I love QVC. More specifically, I love their beauty shows. When I found out they were having their Customer Choice Beauty Awards last week, I was more than a little intrigued and I decided to tape it. A lot of my beauty favorites took home the top prize and I thought it was way more … Continue reading
The British Invasion – Beauty Brands from Across the Pond
It’s always fun to see what the other guy is doing. In the case of beauty products, the UK has some standout offerings that are so good they are catching on stateside. The Brits brought us Rimmel and we’ve got to love them for that. Here are some other imports worth checking out. Inglot This … Continue reading
Coming to Center City… Nordstrom Rack!!!
I remember the last time this happened. I was walking down Walnut Street when suddenly the heavens opened and the angels sang. There it was… an empty storefront with papered windows and a small sign that said, “ULTA – Opening XXX”. Y-A-A-A-ASSS! No longer would I have to haul my cookies out to Plymouth Meeting … Continue reading
Best Ways to Score Beauty Bargains
No one loves a beauty bargain more than I do. Sometimes you have to get crafty if you want to keep your cosmetic addiction at least somewhat affordable. Just about anything is easier to get on sale because the department stores just lay it out there. End of season! 50% OFF! The beauty counters never hang out … Continue reading