L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Fragrance Review

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L'Occitane Cherry Blossom Collection

In my early 20s, I moved to the city I had always found most magical… Washington, DC! In the Spring, strolling solo from my apartment to the Jefferson Memorial was my absolute favorite thing.  In my childhood, the Jefferson Memorial was where I first thought, “This is where I want to live, someday.” [Read more...]

MAC Sheen Supreme Lipglass

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MAC Sheen Supreme Lipglass

I’m short on time… but heavy on swatches, so I’m going to just let these MAC Sheen Supreme Lipglass shades speak for themselves. [Read more...]

Asian Flower Sheen Supreme Lipstick Swatch

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Swatch: MAC Asian Flower Lipstick, MAC Chenman

Asian Flower Sheen Supreme Lipstick Swatch

I’ve mentioned that the new pink for Spring 2012 is surely lavender, so Oriental Blossom Sheen Supreme Lipstick should be on your radar if you’re looking to embrace this trend. The shade is a stand-out medium pale violet, with a less shiny finish than many other lipsticks in the Sheen Supreme Lipstick collection.

Retail price is $14.50 per lipstick.

Click HERE to buy them at MACCosmetics.com.

The author of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure

Korean Candy Sheen Supreme Lipstick

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Swatch: MAC Korean Candy Lipstick, MAC Chenman

Korean Candy Sheen Supreme Lipstick Swatch

A bright orange lip is hopelessly hip this season. Korean Candy is a bright dark orange, and is also the glossiest finish of the Sheen Supreme Lipsticks I’ve sampled!

Retail price is $14.50 per lipstick.

Click HERE to buy them at MACCosmetics.com.

The author of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure.

Blossom Sheen Supreme Lipstick Swatch

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Swatch: MAC Blossom Lipstick, MAC Too Supreme

Blossom Sheen Supreme Lipstick Swatch

If you’re a pink-lip kind of gal, Blossom Sheen Supreme Lipstick is an excellent choice for you. This warm pink is almost peachy, not the bubblegum hue of yesteryear that is starting to look a bit dated.  It’s perfect to wear on a warm Spring 2012 day!

Retail price is $14.50 per lipstick.

Click HERE to buy them at MACCosmetics.com.

The author of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure

MAC and Marcel Wanders Lipcolour

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Lipstick and Lip Gloss from MAC and Marcel Wanders

I’ve already reviewed MAC and Marcel Wanders Lip Colour Collection, but wanted to follow up with some images and swatches for you to enjoy. [Read more...]

Midsummer’s Dream Nail Lacquer

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Midsummers Dream Swatch, MAC Vera

The nail trend for 2012 is bold, bold, bold! But if you’re a bit gun-shy for those oranges and blues, this baby-pink is the pick for you! From the MAC Vera collection is Midsummer’s Dream Nail Lacquer, a super pale cool hued pink. [Read more...]

Bronzer For The Fair: Aveda’s Petal Essence Face Accents Shimmer Shell

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Petal Essence Face Accents in Shimmer Shell, Aveda

Aveda’s Petal Essence Face Accents in Shimmer Shell

As a fair skinned gal, some bronzers are too dark for me to use and achieve a natural look.  I’m always on the lookout for some faux glow fun that I can actually pull off!  Pale readers, meet Aveda’s Shimmer Shell Petal Essence Face Accents!  Designed to be a bronzer, blush and highlighter all in one–this product is a winner because you can single out the colors as needed, or swirl them all together into a gorgeous shimmery apricot champagne that absolutely glows. [Read more...]

Restores Dazzle Cremeblend Blush

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Restores Dazzle Cremeblend Blush Swatch, Shop MAC

If you’re in search of a stand-out cheek, look no further!  MAC Restores Dazzle Cremeblend Blush is a great way to get your color on! [Read more...]

Trend Alert: Liquid Makeup Removers

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Thick foundation application, wet!

Two beauty heavy-hitters recently launched makeup removers that require no rinsing.  MAC has introduced Mineralize Charged Water Cleanser, and NARS launched Makeup Removing Water.  How do these liquid makeup removers work?  Think of favorite liquid eye makeup remover, and imagine using it all over your face.  That’s it in a nutshell!  Are these toners?  NO!  But those of us who abandoned the toner years ago can happily use this gentler alternative to mop up an oily t-zone. [Read more...]