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These are some stuff I've had my eye on!

From Beauty Crunch.com

1. Stila Cosmetics Holiday brush set 2005- $30
2. Stila Cosmetics - $30

From Sephora.com

1. Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation- $45
2. Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder- $30

From Clinique.com

1. NEW Superdefense SPF 25 Age Defense Moisturizer- $42.50

From MarioBadescu.com

1. Drying Lotion- $17

2. Whitening Mask-$24

This is all I can think of right now!

Price: $10

What They Say: Unbelievably soft and incredibly dense, this flat top brush is the ultimate multi-tasker. From foundation to finishing powder, its plush and luxurious synthetic fibers provide the perfect coverage, resulting in a flawless finish every time.

My Opinion: I don't use this brush often. I use it to apply bronzer or glow. It's very soft but its too soft, that the makeup doesn't grab on very well. I don't recommend it.

Price: $10

What They Say: We are so excited to introduce the first super-soft luxurious - and synthetic hair - long handled Kabuki brush!!! This brush the first in our new collection of ultra-luxurious synthetic brushes. When we say it is soft, it is super super super soft!

My Opinion: I really really like this brush!! This is my HG for applying blush. Its super soft and the colors grab on very well. I think everyone should have this brush in their collection.

Price: $5

What They Say: Eye Shadow Brush is now with 100% renewable Bamboo handles! Synthetic and super soft bristles, this brush is great for all eye shadow applications.

My Opinion: This is my HG brush for mineral eyeshadows. It picks up just the right amount of eyeshadow and applies it evenly onto my eyelid. Its super soft and a great buy!

Price: $7

What They Say: A luxurious eye shadow brush with super-soft synthetic hair, made from 100% renewable Bamboo ! Perfect for all over eye applications

My Opinion: Its too big for the eyelid. It causes a lot of fall out. I don't recommend it.

Price: $8

What They Say: Your new Angled Blush Brush is a wonderful soft synthetic-hair brush offers tapered bristles that are angled for perfect blush application. 2" from head to ferrule, 4.50" long.

My Opinion: This brush is super soft. Its as soft as rabbit hair. I don't use this brush very often.

Price: $1 on cherryculture.com

My Opinion: I have ALL the shades. Its very pigmented. It has no scent and not overly powdery. You get a lot of color with one swipe. Its perfect for your purse or traveling.

Price: $34

What they say:

Happy 10th Birthday, Urban Decay! To celebrate, they packed 10 of their best-selling shades into a case that's a tactile experience on its own.

Covered in touchable, matte black paper, the compact features a mesmerizing assortment of UD elements - animals, hearts, skulls, and flourishes - gently wafting from a pistol in overlapping textures of violet metallic foil and rich velvety flocking. Upon opening the kit, you're met with endless eye options: 10 best-selling shadows are arranged as five sets of coordinating duos, running the gamut from subtle to sexy. The slim case is complete with a perfectly sized mirror, applicators, and a magnetic closure, so it's sure to stay closed in your handbag.

My Opinion: This is the first eye shadow palette that started my collection and I LOVE IT! The colors work perfectly together and all are soo pigmented. Its not super powdery which is awesome. I'm glad I bought this palette cuz it has all 10 of their best selling shades. Its perfect for traveling and comes in a secure magnetic case.

Price: $21.95

What they say: This 28 piece eye shadow with defining colors comes with an assortment of neutral tones in shimmer and matte effect. The case is matte black & measures 9" x 6", there is no mirror inside, the shadow pan measures 1" round.

Several of the powders will work as a shadow or a blush! This palette is perfect for everyone when applying a natural effect makeup. Upcoming brides to be will especially benefit from the colors this palette has to offer.

My Opinion: This is the only coastal scents palette I own. I got it to use for work, something simple for everyday use. The eye shadows are very powdery. Its the same size as MAC eye shadows. No scent. So if your looking for makeup that you can wear to work everyday you gotta get this.

Price: $6-$7

What it Does: If you wear waterproof or longwearing eye makeup and have a hard time finding a remover that won’t irritate your eyes, than this is the remover for you. This gentle moisturizing liquid removes all traces of any kind of makeup without irritation. Gentle blend of aloe, cucumber and green tea nourishes delicate skin as it gently lifts away makeup.

My Opinion: I use this to take off my MAC longwear lip color. It feels like baby oil so I won't be using this for my eyelids.

Price: $7-8

What it Does: Pull the plug on clogged pores. This weekly pore refining treatment for the nose area instantly removes pore-clogging dirt, oil and blackheads. In just one use, Biore® Deep Cleansing Pore Strips are twice as effective as the leading pore cleanser at getting rid of pore-clogging build-up and blackheads. Helps reduce the appearance of pores with regular use. For best results, do not use more often than once every three days.

My Opinion: I have been using this product for 8+ years! Its a staple in my facial routine. It yanks out all your clogged pores. Personally, I don't like the extra strength version cuz it's too strong for me. I've only used the nose strips. If you have clogged pores you have to try this at least once!

Price: $5

What they say Handy tissues that blot away excess oil and help keep makeup fresh.

Where I bought mine: Ebay and a Mary Kay Representative at work

My Opinion: This is my HG for blotter tissues. It takes away all the shine in my T-Zone without clogging my pores. I find that other brands leave a powder residue which then clogs my pores.This one does not have that, it just sucks the oil up. Its a great alternative to MAC's blot film that costs $12.50.

Price: $24 (includes shipping)

What it says: 120 highly pigmented eyeshadow palette from Hong Kong

Where I bought Mine: Ebay

My Opinion: Although its very powdery, the colors are vibrant and pigmented. What you see is what you get! After getting this palette I feel like I don't have to buy any more eye shadows since I have almost every color imagineable. This is an awesome value and its a necessary addition to every makeup lover's collection.

Price: $26.50 Limited Edition

What it Does: The two finishes of the popular Skinfinish presented in one convenient duo compact. One side provides a natural matte finish, while the other brings an ambient shimmer to cheeks and brow bones.

My Opinion: This is my JLO glow foundation. LOL ! I always saw people with a glow in their cheeks and always wondered how they did it. Well, you use the shimmer part. Just a little bit brightens up your face and gives you a glow. The only con is the packaging. I wish the compact came with a mirror and a space for my applicator like the Studio Fix Foundation.

Price: $20

What it Does: A two-step application of lightweight colour + mirror-finished top coat. Apply the colour. Let it dry. Apply the top coat! Provides sheer to medium coverage with a rich, lustrous, moisturizing finish. Longwearing, comfortable on the lips. Won’t shift, transfer, feather or smudge.

My Opinion: MAC comes up with too many limited edition collections that it's hard to keep up with them all. However, this particular collection caught my eye. I work 8+ hours per day and talk A LOT. My lipstick is constantly wearing off and have to reapply every hour! So a lipstick that lasts 8 hours and will withstand almost anything is definitely worth a try.

I've tried the drugstore lip long wear brands but they made my lips flake and the color selection wasn't to my liking.

After trying it I was amazed! It lasted 8 hours, thru meals and dozens of phone calls. It's now my HG for work. I already stocked up on each color I liked: Alta Moda and Coco Lust. Those are the only dark colors. They also have a permanent line but the colors are lighter.

The Cons: Well the only bad thing is that the parts come apart. Each side has its own tube of lip gloss. Each tube is glued onto that middle black MAC Label... but the glue wears off and your tube falls off. But don't worry, it doesn't affect the lip gloss at all. That's totally intact.

FYI: The only way to remove it is by using a oil-based makeup remover. I use Almay.

Price: about $7 but you can catch it on sale for Buy One Get one Free.

What it Does: Gently Removes Eye Make Up

My Opinion: This is my HG Eye Makeup Remover. It has no scent and is unbelievably strong. I only have to use one cotton ball per eyelid and it removes EVERYTHING (waterproof and longwear too)! This is a great product for a great price. Instead of splurging on high-end makeup removers you should definitely try this one. Its cheap but works like a pro!

Price: $30

What it Does: Now you're one step closer to softness. The Satin Hands® Satin Smoothie® Hand Scrub cleanses and exfoliates. It's an everyday treat for hands to leave them feeling smooth and soft instantly. And you'll love the fresh peach scent. It's part of the Satin Hands® Pampering Set for irresistibly smooth, super-soft hands in three easy steps.

The Satin Hands® Pampering Set includes Extra Emollient Night Cream, Satin Hands® Satin Smoothie® Hand Scrub with a convenient pump dispenser and Satin Hands® Hand Cream to condition and moisturize for hours. All three come in a pretty peach-colored bag.

My Opinion: This is my HG hand treatment!. I use this in the morning and throughout the day my hands are super soft. Ya know how after you use the restroom you have to reapply your lotion cuz your hands get dry from the bathroom soap. Well, when I use this set I don't have to reapply lotion. My hands remain soft even after trips to the restroom. My hands stay soft all day (8+hours). Although its a little pricey its well worth it cuz its the best hand treatment out there.

Price: $15

What it Does: Absorbs oil and helps control shine for at least eight hours. And you can reapply it throughout the day – even over your foundation.

My Opinion: This product is amazing! I have an oily T-Zone, to the point that I used blotter tissues at least 4 times a day, usually more. Since using this product I now only have to blot ONCE a day. A little dab goes a long way. I apply every it morning and its made a huge difference.

I am a sucker for brow tools. I've used MAC, NYX, Benefit Brow Zing, Lancome and several drugstore brands. I've tried EVERYTHING but they all seem to fade after a few hours, leaving me with butchered, uneven brows. Imagine one brow lighter than the other. The HORROR! :) lol

So after parusing the web I finally decided to invest in Anastasia brow products. People keep raving about it and now I understand why! Her products are my HG for my eyebrows.

I did not buy any of her sets because I have no use for the tweezers or the stencils so it would have been a waste of money. So far I have these:

Anastasia Brow Tint: $21

What it Does: Anastasia Brow Pen glides on easily, clinging to both skin and hair, for a lush and natural look. Use it as a base to increase your current brow makeup's staying power or to fill in sparse areas for a fuller look.

My Opinion: Its awesome because its not too dark and perfectly gives your eyebrow a nice hint of color.









Anastasia Brow Powder Duo: $22

What it Does: Create beautiful, natural brow effects with this two-shade compact. The smudge-resistant formula is enriched with antioxidant vitamins and emollients to condition brows.

My Opinion: This truly LASTS all day! I've tried soo many powders and by far this one is THE BEST. My eyebrows stayed colored for over 7hours!



Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel: $19

What it does: For those with thin, sparse brows, this unique, botanical formula actually plumps the hair follicle, giving the appearance of fuller, thicker brows. The combination of cream and gel effortlessly defines and fills in brows while controlling and shaping without flaking or fading.

My Opinion: I got this instead of the Clear Brow Gel. This is just OK. It does the job!


Next on My List is: Anastasia Clear Brow Gel $19 , Anastasia Brow Wiz $18 and the Anastasia Brow Fix $19

Price: $29 Limited Edition

Price of ONE Full Size Eyeliner is: $16

Types: There are TWO sets. The one I got is Velvet Rope. The other one is VIP.

What it supposed to do: Urban Decay Travel Size Set of 5 is full of best-selling 24/7 Glide-On Eye pencils. Making its debut, the new Velvet Rope set features neutral shades that look amazing on anyone. Each is a slick travel size, making it easy to stash anywhere. Created with moisturizing ingredients, 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencils are creamy, blendable, and waterproof. Packaged together against a mirrored backdrop, the dazzling shades of 24/7 Pencils speak to everyone's inner party girl: the woman who wants and needs an Eye Pencil that lasts all night (and even into the morning!)

My Opinion: I LOVE it! I have never liked pencil eyeliners because they don't last on my oily eyelids. This product lasts all day for me. The travel size is perfect because you get a wide range of colors for a fraction of the original price. This is a great deal that you should not pass up.

Necessary Buy: I also bought the pencil sharpener for this from Urban Decay. it costs $8