Will I still recieve my Birthday gift if I do not order this month? I plan on making a purchase next month but my Birthday is this month? Can you help me ) Thank you! <3 

What is the best brush to use for cream blush?    I am not liking anything I have tried so far. 

Hi, I was looking at MAC powder eye shadows today, in my search for the perfect under-brow highlight color to wear with any eye shadow look. (I posted a conversation asking people for eye highlight colors they liked a few days ago.)   After I tried several different possible MAC shadow colors (such as Vanilla, Blanc Type, Brule, Orb, etc.), and didn't find anything that looked right, I spoke with the MAC SA and she suggested I try MAC's Pro Longwear Concealer. She said that usually concealer can't or shouldn't be used on the eyelid and under the brow but that this MAC kind could. She pegged my color as NW20 right away and gave me some concealer and a brush to try this out. My upper lid immediately drank this stuff up and I must admit that I liked how the concealer blended right in and covered up some red/purple discoloration.   I asked the SA if eye primer would be used first or after the concealer and she said that the concealer replaces the eye primer. She suggested I try some shadows on top of the concealer and compare to using the primer. She said that the benefit of the concealer is that I may find I don't need to use a highlight color to get a "finished look" if I don't want to. (I assume she said this because the concealer hides flaws and smooths out some imperfections.)   I looked at my eyes in the bright sunlight when I left the store and I couldn't tell the concealer was there at all, in terms of color, but my eyes looked better without the red/purple areas showing.   The SA gave me a sample of the concealer so I could take more home. I just played with using it on one eye and under brow and my primer on the other eye and under brow, and I didn't see much difference in application. I do think that the skin under my brow is a bit dry (which I never realized until lately) so that perhaps the concealer works a little better.   Does anyone use this MAC concealer as an eyelid primer? Or as a highlight under the brow (perhaps in a lighter shade than their MAC foundation shade)? The whole concept is a bit intriguing.

 

Hi ladies and gents,   In keeping with the haul tradition, I thought I'd go ahead and start one for March! I can't WAIT to see all your fun and colorful goodies for the upcoming Spring season .   This post is welcome to all, and as lilahtov said, a haul is a haul no matter how small .    

Pictures are up! superNoah will ship the box out soon! -------------------------------------------------- --- Last updated: 3/10/14 -- inventory updated   Order In Progress (let me know if you want to move): 1) Nicrohr -- shipped 2/11 -- 9405 5036 9930 0234 8237 33 2) beethousand -- received 2/14 --> shipped 2/15 -- 9405 9036 9930 0124 8056 87 3) DandyLionFluff -- received 2/18 --> shipped 2/20 -- 9114 9012 3080 1866 5156 91 and  9114901230801866515745 4) killahbabe -- received 2/22 --> shipped 2/24 -- 9405 5096 9993 8233 7301 90 5) grilledchz -- received 2/26 --> shipped 2/27 -- 9405 9036 9930 0133 7358 69 6) mychoi -- received 2/28 --> shipped 3/3 -- 9405 5096 9993 7378 5140 92 7) missrmessner -- received 3/6 --> shipped 3/7 -- 9405 9036 9930 0140 0133 32 8) superNoah -- received 3/10 --> plans to ship 3/11 or 3/12 9) ireneh 10) kimchikween 11) BeautyLove02 12) gritts 13) SallieSunshine 14) brittieeee 15) beeberz 16) wendyomgwar 17) serioustree 18) spacesuit 19) evno 20) jaimelove   FYI, the Bazinga Box is coming back to me partly because I want to make sure the quality of the box is still high/nice enough to send to jaimelove, who will send it to her charity.   (Special thanks to kimchikween because I've basically copied her TSB 5 Redux thread format. She is awesome.) (The following is nicked from jojobe, thank you!)   To-Do List Spoiler (Highlight to read) ☆ Sanitize! ☆ Label all opened items ("opened", "swatched", "used"). ☆ Tape up nozzles and caps. ☆ Put every leakable item in an individual plastic bag/Ziploc. ☆ Carefully wrap glass bottles. ☆ Post pictures and descriptions (including size, color, usage) of what you take/put in. ☆ Post your tracking number so we can get impatient in a timely manner. ☆ If you're not smiling, you're doing it wrong. ☆ Sanitize!☆ Label all opened items ("opened", "swatched", "used").☆ Tape up nozzles and caps.☆ Put every leakable item in an individual plastic bag/Ziploc.☆ Carefully wrap glass bottles.☆ Post pictures and descriptions (including size, color, usage) of what you take/put in.☆ Post your tracking number so we can get impatient in a timely manner.☆ If you're not smiling, you're doing it wrong. Items Allowed Spoiler (Highlight to read) ☆ High-End products ☆ Products from subscription boxes ☆ Fragrance in spray bottles, wrapped ☆ Nail polish, wrapped ☆ Makeup ☆ Sealed, unopened mascara ☆ Tools/brushes/cases/bags/empty Jars, cleaned ☆ Anything that is sealed ☆ Skincare products in tubes & bottles ☆ Sealed, unopened skincare products in jars ☆ Sample packets, but they don't count towards the value you put into the box ☆ High-End products☆ Products from subscription boxes☆ Fragrance in spray bottles, wrapped☆ Nail polish, wrapped☆ Makeup☆ Sealed, unopened mascara☆ Tools/brushes/cases/bags/empty Jars, cleaned☆ Anything that is sealed☆ Skincare products in tubes & bottles☆ Sealed, unopened skincare products in jars☆ Sample packets, but they don't count towards the value you put into the box Items Not Allowed   Spoiler (Highlight to read) ☹ Anything that can't be cleaned or sanitized ☹ Pre-made samples ☹ Heavily used items (except for perfume) ☹ Taking more than you put in. Keep the value of items equal. ☹ Dibs on items ☹ Taking all of one kind of item ☹ Swatching items in the box ☹ Keeping the box for more than 3 days. (USPS does home pickup, so no EXCUSES!). If you are traveling or something comes up, please let us know ASAP so we can move you on the list. ☹ Anything that can't be cleaned or sanitized☹ Pre-made samples☹ Heavily used items (except for perfume)☹ Taking more than you put in. Keep the value of items equal.☹ Dibs on items☹ Taking all of one kind of item☹ Swatching items in the box☹ Keeping the box for more than 3 days. (USPS does home pickup, so no EXCUSES!). If you are traveling or something comes up, please let us know ASAP so we can move you on the list. General Rules Spoiler (Highlight to read) ☆ Wrap everything so it won't leak. If in doubt, wrap again. Treat it like a soft kitty. ☆ Keep the items organized in their categorized bags. ☆ Keep non beauty items to a minimum (please do not overload the box with makeup bags, cases, etc.). ☆ No drugstore items, unless it's high enough in value. If in doubt, post and ask. ☆ Post or PM any concerns you have. ☆ Do NOT keep the box or take items without posting. This is stealing. By joining this box, you've agreed to report the items you replace and pass on the box to the next person on the list. You've also agreed to give me your liver and kidneys. ☆ Wrap everything so it won't leak. If in doubt, wrap again. Treat it like a soft kitty.☆ Keep the items organized in their categorized bags.☆ Keep non beauty items to a minimum (please do not overload the box with makeup bags, cases, etc.).☆ No drugstore items, unless it's high enough in value. If in doubt, post and ask.☆ Post or PM any concerns you have.☆ Do NOT keep the box or take items without posting. This is stealing. By joining this box, you've agreed to report the items you replace and pass on the box to the next person on the list. You've also agreed to give me your liver and kidneys. If any of these rules are broken, especially the last one, I will personally drive to your house and Sheldon-knock on your door until you comply. (kidding.... but really, have fun y'guys)   Original Box Pics (excuse my photography)   Spoiler (Highlight to read) Skin and face products Eye and brow products Lip products Samples (The pictures don't include the EL mini eyeliner or Ulta powder puffs, but those aren't too exciting anyways. ) Skin and face productsEye and brow productsLip productsSamples(The pictures don't include the EL mini eyeliner or Ulta powder puffs, but those aren't too exciting anyways. )   UFOs ( Unspecified Facial Ornamentations) -- If you find out any more information about these items, please PM me!   Spoiler (Highlight to read) Benefit The POREfessional (0.1 fl. oz.): $4.13 -- ?? Cartier fragrance sampler pack (mini, Rouge perk): $? -- grilledchz Sephora Cat Eye Brush ??: $7 -- mychoi Benefit The POREfessional (0.1 fl. oz.): $4.13 -- ??Cartier fragrance sampler pack (mini, Rouge perk): $? -- grilledchzSephora Cat Eye Brush ??: $7 -- mychoi   Bazinga Booty (full sized and new+unused, unless otherwise noted) -- I won't be keeping track of packet samples, but be fair and don't take them all!  Skincare Spoiler (Highlight to read) Algenist Firming and Lifting Cream (0.5 oz.): $23.50 -- beethousand Anatomicals Puffy The Eye Bag Slayer Wake Up Under Eye Patches: $11 -- superNoah BareMinerals BareVitamins Skin Rev-er Upper (1/4 used): $15 -- superNoah Bliss The Youth As We Know It Cream (0.34 oz.): $14.80 -- beethousand Boscia Luminizing Black Mask (1 oz.): $12.14 -- DandyLionFluff Boscia Tsubaki Beauty Oil (0.27 fl. oz.): $7.31 -- mychoi Caudalie Vinexpert SPF 15 Radiance Day Fluid (0.33 fl. oz., slightly used): $19.04 -- Nicrohr Caudalie Vinoperfect Day Perfecting Fluid SPF 15 (0.33 fl. oz., slightly used): $16.25 -- Nicrohr Clarisonic Refreshing Gel Cleanser: $25 -- DandyLionFluff Cover FX Mattifying Primer With Anti-Acne Treatment (used): $38 -- grilledchz Crabtree and Evelyn Hand Therapy (mini): $8 -- mychoi Crabtree and Evelyn Hand Therapy (mini): $8 -- mychoi DDF Weightless Defense Oil-Free Hydrator SPF 45: $55 -- DandyLionFluff Dermadoctor Photodynamic Therapy Liquid Red Light Eye Lift Lotion (0.2 oz., used 1x): $26 -- superNoah Embryolisse Emulsion Hydra-Mat (used 2x): $40 -- missrmessner Estee Lauder Hydra Bright Skin-Tone Perfecting Moisturizer (0.5 oz.): $11.47 -- evno H2O Plus Face Oasis Oil Free Hydrating Treatment (0.34 fl. oz.): $7.20 -- DandyLionFluff Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil Light (0.5 fl. oz.): $16 -- mychoi Juice Beauty Green Apple Moisturizer (0.5 oz.): $11.18 -- beethousand Juice Beauty Nutrient Moisturizer (mini, used 1x): $14 -- superNoah Julep Nail Mask (mini): $6.67 -- Nicrohr Kate Somerville RetAsphere (0.25 oz.): $21.25 -- beethousand Kiehl's Rosa Artica (0.25 oz.): $8.82 -- Nicrohr Lancome Advanced Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate (0.27 oz.): $27.83 -- superNoah Lancome Bienfait Multi-Vital SPF 30 Sunscreen (0.5 oz.): $13.53 -- DandyLionFluff La Roche-Posay Mela-D Cleanser (3 minis): $9 total -- Nicrohr La Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Fortifying Anti-Redness Moisturizer SPF 15: $39 -- evno Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser (1 oz.): $9 -- superNoah L'Occitane Almond Delicious Soap: $5 -- grilledchz Michael Todd Antioxidant Carrot Serum (used 3x): $37 -- missrmessner Michael Todd Pumpkin Nutrient-Rich Facial Mask (1 oz.): $10 -- superNoah Nuxe Creme Fraiche (mini): $14 -- Nicrohr Nuxe Nirvanesque (mini): $18.37 -- Nicrohr Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask (0.24 oz.): $1.69 -- grilledchz Origins Plantscription (mini, 0.5 oz.): $16.17 -- beethousand Perricone MD Neuropeptide Firming Moisturizer (0.25 fl. oz.): $35 -- evno Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation (0.25 fl. oz.): $21.25 -- evno Perricone MD Nutritive Cleanser (2 fl. oz.): $13 -- evno Sephora Age Defy Moisture Cream SPF 15 (0.17 oz.): $3 -- DandyLionFluff Sephora Age Defy Moisture Cream SPF 15 (0.17 oz.): $3 -- grilledchz Sesha Skin Therapy Renu Exfoliating Gel (0.68 oz., used 1x): $16.80 -- superNoah Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Intensive Eye Contour Cream (0.08 oz.): $8.63 -- mychoi Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Night Cream: $56 -- DandyLionFluff Smileactives Original Pen (mini): $17 -- DandyLionFluff Tarte Brazilliance Skin Rejuvenating Maracuja Self Tanner (0.5 oz.): $3.36 -- DandyLionFluff Tarte Pure Maracuja Oil (0.23 fl. oz.): $6.22 -- evno Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream (0.5 oz.): $9.12 -- superNoah Algenist Firming and Lifting Cream (0.5 oz.): $23.50 -- beethousandAnatomicals Puffy The Eye Bag Slayer Wake Up Under Eye Patches: $11 -- superNoahBareMinerals BareVitamins Skin Rev-er Upper (1/4 used): $15 -- superNoahBliss The Youth As We Know It Cream (0.34 oz.): $14.80 -- beethousandBoscia Luminizing Black Mask (1 oz.): $12.14 -- DandyLionFluffBoscia Tsubaki Beauty Oil (0.27 fl. oz.): $7.31 -- mychoiCaudalie Vinexpert SPF 15 Radiance Day Fluid (0.33 fl. oz., slightly used): $19.04 -- NicrohrCaudalie Vinoperfect Day Perfecting Fluid SPF 15 (0.33 fl. oz., slightly used): $16.25 -- NicrohrClarisonic Refreshing Gel Cleanser: $25 -- DandyLionFluffCover FX Mattifying Primer With Anti-Acne Treatment (used): $38 -- grilledchzCrabtree and Evelyn Hand Therapy (mini): $8 -- mychoiCrabtree and Evelyn Hand Therapy (mini): $8 -- mychoiDDF Weightless Defense Oil-Free Hydrator SPF 45: $55 -- DandyLionFluffDermadoctor Photodynamic Therapy Liquid Red Light Eye Lift Lotion (0.2 oz., used 1x): $26 -- superNoahEmbryolisse Emulsion Hydra-Mat (used 2x): $40 -- missrmessnerEstee Lauder Hydra Bright Skin-Tone Perfecting Moisturizer (0.5 oz.): $11.47 -- evnoH2O Plus Face Oasis Oil Free Hydrating Treatment (0.34 fl. oz.): $7.20 -- DandyLionFluffJosie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil Light (0.5 fl. oz.): $16 -- mychoiJuice Beauty Green Apple Moisturizer (0.5 oz.): $11.18 -- beethousandJuice Beauty Nutrient Moisturizer (mini, used 1x): $14 -- superNoahJulep Nail Mask (mini): $6.67 -- NicrohrKate Somerville RetAsphere (0.25 oz.): $21.25 -- beethousandKiehl's Rosa Artica (0.25 oz.): $8.82 -- NicrohrLancome Advanced Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate (0.27 oz.): $27.83 -- superNoahLancome Bienfait Multi-Vital SPF 30 Sunscreen (0.5 oz.): $13.53 -- DandyLionFluffLa Roche-Posay Mela-D Cleanser (3 minis): $9 total -- NicrohrLa Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Fortifying Anti-Redness Moisturizer SPF 15: $39 -- evnoLiz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser (1 oz.): $9 -- superNoahL'Occitane Almond Delicious Soap: $5 -- grilledchzMichael Todd Antioxidant Carrot Serum (used 3x): $37 -- missrmessnerMichael Todd Pumpkin Nutrient-Rich Facial Mask (1 oz.): $10 -- superNoahNuxe Creme Fraiche (mini): $14 -- NicrohrNuxe Nirvanesque (mini): $18.37 -- NicrohrOrigins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask (0.24 oz.): $1.69 -- grilledchzOrigins Plantscription (mini, 0.5 oz.): $16.17 -- beethousandPerricone MD Neuropeptide Firming Moisturizer (0.25 fl. oz.): $35 -- evnoPerricone MD No Foundation Foundation (0.25 fl. oz.): $21.25 -- evnoPerricone MD Nutritive Cleanser (2 fl. oz.): $13 -- evnoSephora Age Defy Moisture Cream SPF 15 (0.17 oz.): $3 -- DandyLionFluffSephora Age Defy Moisture Cream SPF 15 (0.17 oz.): $3 -- grilledchzSesha Skin Therapy Renu Exfoliating Gel (0.68 oz., used 1x): $16.80 -- superNoahShiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Intensive Eye Contour Cream (0.08 oz.): $8.63 -- mychoiShiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Night Cream: $56 -- DandyLionFluffSmileactives Original Pen (mini): $17 -- DandyLionFluffTarte Brazilliance Skin Rejuvenating Maracuja Self Tanner (0.5 oz.): $3.36 -- DandyLionFluffTarte Pure Maracuja Oil (0.23 fl. oz.): $6.22 -- evnoVichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream (0.5 oz.): $9.12 -- superNoah Face Makeup Spoiler (Highlight to read) BareMinerals Hello Sunshine: $9 -- superNoah BareMinerals Matte Foundation SPF 15 in ??? (0.03 oz.): $4.05 -- DandyLionFluff BareMinerals Mineral Veil in ??? (0.03 oz.): $2 -- DandyLionFluff BareMinerals Prime Time Foundation Primer: $23 -- mychoi Benefit High Beam (0.13 oz., opened): $7.51 -- DandyLionFluff Benefit Sun Beam (0.08 oz., opened): $4.62 -- DandyLionFluff Benefit Watt’s Up (0.08 oz.): $7.27 -- beethousand Charlotte Ronson 2 X A Charm Double-Ended Blush and Bronzer Cream Stick (0.4x2 oz., swatched): $13 -- superNoah Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Flawless Wear Concealer: $23 -- evno Hourglass No. 28 Primer Serum (0.16 oz.): $10.40 -- superNoah Jouer Mineral Powder Bronzer in Suntan (used 2x): $28 -- missrmessner Lancome Dual Finish Versatile Powder Makeup in Matte Buff (0.09 oz.): $5.17 -- grilledchz Laura Geller Baked Blush in Pink Buttercream (0.06 oz., used 2-3x): $9.71 (assuming full size is $27.50) -- DandyLionFluff Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 in Nude (mini): $12.65 -- grilledchz Mac Shaping Powder Pro Palette Pan in Sculpt: $16.50 -- beethousand Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder: $18 -- missrmessner Make Up For Ever Liquid Lift Foundation in 3 Light Beige (lightly used): $40 -- mychoi Nars Blush in Super Orgasm (mini): $22 -- missrmessner Nars Illuminator in Orgasm: $30 -- mychoi Pür Minerals Mineral Glow (mini, swatched): $12 -- superNoah Sephora Bronzer in Maldives (swatched): $17 -- superNoah Shiseido The Makeup Pre-Makeup Cream SPF 15: $40 -- evno Smashbox Blush Rush in Bare (used a few times): $24 -- DandyLionFluff Smashbox Photo Finish Primer (0.25 oz.): $6.50 -- Nicrohr Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hr Blush in Dollface (used a few times): $26 -- DandyLionFluff BareMinerals Hello Sunshine: $9 -- superNoahBareMinerals Matte Foundation SPF 15 in ??? (0.03 oz.): $4.05 -- DandyLionFluffBareMinerals Mineral Veil in ??? (0.03 oz.): $2 -- DandyLionFluffBareMinerals Prime Time Foundation Primer: $23 -- mychoiBenefit High Beam (0.13 oz., opened): $7.51 -- DandyLionFluffBenefit Sun Beam (0.08 oz., opened): $4.62 -- DandyLionFluffBenefit Watt’s Up (0.08 oz.): $7.27 -- beethousandCharlotte Ronson 2 X A Charm Double-Ended Blush and Bronzer Cream Stick (0.4x2 oz., swatched): $13 -- superNoahEstee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Flawless Wear Concealer: $23 -- evnoHourglass No. 28 Primer Serum (0.16 oz.): $10.40 -- superNoahJouer Mineral Powder Bronzer in Suntan (used 2x): $28 -- missrmessnerLancome Dual Finish Versatile Powder Makeup in Matte Buff (0.09 oz.): $5.17 -- grilledchzLaura Geller Baked Blush in Pink Buttercream (0.06 oz., used 2-3x): $9.71 (assuming full size is $27.50) -- DandyLionFluffLaura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 in Nude (mini): $12.65 -- grilledchzMac Shaping Powder Pro Palette Pan in Sculpt: $16.50 -- beethousandMake Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder: $18 -- missrmessnerMake Up For Ever Liquid Lift Foundation in 3 Light Beige (lightly used): $40 -- mychoiNars Blush in Super Orgasm (mini): $22 -- missrmessnerNars Illuminator in Orgasm: $30 -- mychoiPür Minerals Mineral Glow (mini, swatched): $12 -- superNoahSephora Bronzer in Maldives (swatched): $17 -- superNoahShiseido The Makeup Pre-Makeup Cream SPF 15: $40 -- evnoSmashbox Blush Rush in Bare (used a few times): $24 -- DandyLionFluffSmashbox Photo Finish Primer (0.25 oz.): $6.50 -- NicrohrTarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hr Blush in Dollface (used a few times): $26 -- DandyLionFluff Eye and Brow Spoiler (Highlight to read) Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in Blonde: $18 -- evno Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in Chocolate: $18 -- evno Bellapierre Shimmer Powder in Calm (swatched): $15 -- superNoah Benefit Bad Gal Mascara (mini): $8.87 -- grilledchz Benefit Stay Don't Stray (0.08 oz.): $6.30 -- DandyLionFluff bh Cosmetics Baked Eyeshadow in Neptune (swatched): $~4 -- superNoah Buxom Buxom Lash (0.2 fl. oz.): $10 -- grilledchz Chella Brow Pencil in Dazzling Dark Brown: $18 -- DandyLionFluff Dior Diorshow Mascara (mini): $11.18 -- grilledchz Emite Micronized Eye Shadow in Dams: $27 -- superNoah Estee Lauder Pure Color Intense Kajal Eyeliner in 02 Blackened Cocoa (mini): $~9 -- evno Givenchy Noir Couture Mascara in Black Satin: $32 -- grilledchz Inika Mineral Eyeshadow in Eternal Marine (swatched): $20 -- superNoah Quoduct Eyeliner Brush: $2 -- mychoi Lorac Private Affair Palette (swatched): $38 -- superNoah Make Up For Ever Aqua Brow in 25 Ash (lightly used): $20 -- grilledchz Make Up For Ever Aqua Liner in 13 Mat Black: $23 -- superNoah Sephora Pro Smoky Liner #24: $17 -- mychoi Smashbox Photo Op Eye Shadow Trio in Filter (used 3x): $28 -- DandyLionFluff Starlooks Gem Eye Pencil in Topaz: $14 -- superNoah Stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow in Metallic Jade: $32 -- evno Stila Smudge Pot in Kitten: $20 -- evno Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner in Ultramarine: $20 -- evno Sumita Color Contrast Eyeliner in Kala Black: $11 -- superNoah Tarte Beauty and the Box Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow Quad in Beauty Resolutions: $10 -- mychoi Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes (mini): $7.92 -- evno Tarte Lights, Camera, Splashes: $19 -- mychoi Tarte SmolderEYES Eyeliner Sharpener: $2 -- mychoi Tarte Walk in the Park Palette (swatched): $~20 (according to eBay) -- mychoi Too Faced Better Than False Lashes Nylon Lash Extension System: $35 -- DandyLionFluff Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Magic (swatched): $18 -- missrmessner Urban Decay Heavy Metal Liner in Glam Rock: $18 -- killahbabe Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Space Cowboy (swatched): $20 -- superNoah Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in Blonde: $18 -- evnoAnastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in Chocolate: $18 -- evnoBellapierre Shimmer Powder in Calm (swatched): $15 -- superNoahBenefit Bad Gal Mascara (mini): $8.87 -- grilledchzBenefit Stay Don't Stray (0.08 oz.): $6.30 -- DandyLionFluffbh Cosmetics Baked Eyeshadow in Neptune (swatched): $~4 -- superNoahBuxom Buxom Lash (0.2 fl. oz.): $10 -- grilledchzChella Brow Pencil in Dazzling Dark Brown: $18 -- DandyLionFluffDior Diorshow Mascara (mini): $11.18 -- grilledchzEmite Micronized Eye Shadow in Dams: $27 -- superNoahEstee Lauder Pure Color Intense Kajal Eyeliner in 02 Blackened Cocoa (mini): $~9 -- evnoGivenchy Noir Couture Mascara in Black Satin: $32 -- grilledchzInika Mineral Eyeshadow in Eternal Marine (swatched): $20 -- superNoahQuoduct Eyeliner Brush: $2 -- mychoiLorac Private Affair Palette (swatched): $38 -- superNoahMake Up For Ever Aqua Brow in 25 Ash (lightly used): $20 -- grilledchzMake Up For Ever Aqua Liner in 13 Mat Black: $23 -- superNoahSephora Pro Smoky Liner #24: $17 -- mychoiSmashbox Photo Op Eye Shadow Trio in Filter (used 3x): $28 -- DandyLionFluffStarlooks Gem Eye Pencil in Topaz: $14 -- superNoahStila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow in Metallic Jade: $32 -- evnoStila Smudge Pot in Kitten: $20 -- evnoStila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner in Ultramarine: $20 -- evnoSumita Color Contrast Eyeliner in Kala Black: $11 -- superNoahTarte Beauty and the Box Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow Quad in Beauty Resolutions: $10 -- mychoiTarte Lights, Camera, Lashes (mini): $7.92 -- evnoTarte Lights, Camera, Splashes: $19 -- mychoiTarte SmolderEYES Eyeliner Sharpener: $2 -- mychoiTarte Walk in the Park Palette (swatched): $~20 (according to eBay) -- mychoiToo Faced Better Than False Lashes Nylon Lash Extension System: $35 -- DandyLionFluffUrban Decay Eyeshadow in Magic (swatched): $18 -- missrmessnerUrban Decay Heavy Metal Liner in Glam Rock: $18 -- killahbabeUrban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Space Cowboy (swatched): $20 -- superNoah Lip Spoiler (Highlight to read) Benefit Sugarbomb Lip Gloss (0.22 oz.): $7.04 -- beethousand Bite Beauty High Pigment Pencil in Madeira (mini, used 2x): $13.33 -- mychoi Buxom Full-Bodied Lipstick in Hooligan (0.04 oz.): $6.46 -- mychoi Buxom Full-On Lip Polish in Sophia (0.07 oz.): $8.87 -- superNoah Clinique Different Lipstick in Raspberry Glace: $15 (swatched 1x) -- evno Estee Lauder Artist's Lip Pencil in 01 Pink Writer (mini): $~9 -- evno Jouer Hydrating Lipstick in Meg (swatched): $22 -- missrmessner Kat Von D Lipstick in Mau5 (0.042 oz.): $7.25 -- DandyLionFluff Kat Von D Lipstick in Moonlighter (0.042 oz.): $7.25 -- superNoah Laura Geller City Lights Lip Gloss: $16 -- superNoah Lorac Lips With Benefits Lip Gloss in Christian: $18 -- missrmessner Mirabella Velvet Lip Pencil: $23 -- superNoah Nars Larger Than Life Lip Gloss in Gold Digger (0.11 oz.): $15.05 -- evno Nars Larger Than Life Lip Gloss in Gold Digger (0.11 oz.): $15.05 -- evno Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Sex Machine (used 3x): $25 -- missrmessner Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Lip Tar in Black Dahlia (0.08 fl. oz.): $4.36 -- Nicrohr Pop Beauty Aqua Lacquer: $14 -- superNoah Pop Beauty Lip Crayon in Rose Romance: $4.16 -- DandyLionFluff Shiseido Smoothing Lip Pencil in Siren (0.04 oz.): $20 (used 3x) -- evno Stila Lip Glaze in Apricot (0.05 oz.): $13.75 -- DandyLionFluff Stila Lip Glaze in Apricot (0.05 oz.): $13.75 -- grilledchz Stila Lip Glaze in Apricot (0.05 oz.): $13.75 -- beethousand Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick: $15 -- mychoi Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Turn-On (lightly used): $22 -- mychoi Benefit Sugarbomb Lip Gloss (0.22 oz.): $7.04 -- beethousandBite Beauty High Pigment Pencil in Madeira (mini, used 2x): $13.33 -- mychoiBuxom Full-Bodied Lipstick in Hooligan (0.04 oz.): $6.46 -- mychoiBuxom Full-On Lip Polish in Sophia (0.07 oz.): $8.87 -- superNoahClinique Different Lipstick in Raspberry Glace: $15 (swatched 1x) -- evnoEstee Lauder Artist's Lip Pencil in 01 Pink Writer (mini): $~9 -- evnoJouer Hydrating Lipstick in Meg (swatched): $22 -- missrmessnerKat Von D Lipstick in Mau5 (0.042 oz.): $7.25 -- DandyLionFluffKat Von D Lipstick in Moonlighter (0.042 oz.): $7.25 -- superNoahLaura Geller City Lights Lip Gloss: $16 -- superNoahLorac Lips With Benefits Lip Gloss in Christian: $18 -- missrmessnerMirabella Velvet Lip Pencil: $23 -- superNoahNars Larger Than Life Lip Gloss in Gold Digger (0.11 oz.): $15.05 -- evnoNars Larger Than Life Lip Gloss in Gold Digger (0.11 oz.): $15.05 -- evnoNars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Sex Machine (used 3x): $25 -- missrmessnerObsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Lip Tar in Black Dahlia (0.08 fl. oz.): $4.36 -- NicrohrPop Beauty Aqua Lacquer: $14 -- superNoahPop Beauty Lip Crayon in Rose Romance: $4.16 -- DandyLionFluffShiseido Smoothing Lip Pencil in Siren (0.04 oz.): $20 (used 3x) -- evnoStila Lip Glaze in Apricot (0.05 oz.): $13.75 -- DandyLionFluffStila Lip Glaze in Apricot (0.05 oz.): $13.75 -- grilledchzStila Lip Glaze in Apricot (0.05 oz.): $13.75 -- beethousandTarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick: $15 -- mychoiUrban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Turn-On (lightly used): $22 -- mychoi Nails Spoiler (Highlight to read) Butter London Nail Lacquer in Rosie Lee: $10 -- superNoah China Glaze polish: $7 -- beethousand Ciate Velvet Nails set (swatched on one nail): $10 -- beethousand Essie Nail Polish in Turquoise & Caicos: $8 -- missrmessner Julep nail polishes (most new, others swatched): $14 each (3x) -- grilledchz Laura B Nail Polish in City of Angels: $18 -- superNoah Orly polish: $7 -- beethousand Butter London Nail Lacquer in Rosie Lee: $10 -- superNoahChina Glaze polish: $7 -- beethousandCiate Velvet Nails set (swatched on one nail): $10 -- beethousandEssie Nail Polish in Turquoise & Caicos: $8 -- missrmessnerJulep nail polishes (most new, others swatched): $14 each (3x) -- grilledchzLaura B Nail Polish in City of Angels: $18 -- superNoahOrly polish: $7 -- beethousand Hair Spoiler (Highlight to read) Agave Oil Treatment (used 10x): $18 -- missrmessner Mastey Color-Protecting Leave-In Oil Treatment: $25 -- superNoah Nioxin Diamax Thickening Xtrafusion Treatment (used 3-5x): $50 -- superNoah Agave Oil Treatment (used 10x): $18 -- missrmessnerMastey Color-Protecting Leave-In Oil Treatment: $25 -- superNoahNioxin Diamax Thickening Xtrafusion Treatment (used 3-5x): $50 -- superNoah Fragrance Spoiler (Highlight to read) BCBGMaxzria Bon Genre Eau de Parfum (mini, used 3x): $17 -- superNoah Boyfriend by Kate Walsh Body Creme: $12 -- missrmessner Chloe See by Chloe Body Lotion (1 oz.): $9 -- DandyLionFluff Dita Von Teese Rouge Eau de Parfum (0.7 oz.): $30 -- DandyLionFluff Marc Jacobs Dot Shower Gel: $20 -- killahbabe Narcisco Rodriguez for Her Eau de Toilette (mini): $13 -- missrmessner Tokyomilk Dark Tainted Love (sprayed 2x): $36 -- beethousand TokyoMilk Dark Handcreme in Tainted Love (1 oz.): $8.30 -- superNoah Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Travel Duo (1/4 used of long bottle): $28 -- superNoah BCBGMaxzria Bon Genre Eau de Parfum (mini, used 3x): $17 -- superNoahBoyfriend by Kate Walsh Body Creme: $12 -- missrmessnerChloe See by Chloe Body Lotion (1 oz.): $9 -- DandyLionFluffDita Von Teese Rouge Eau de Parfum (0.7 oz.): $30 -- DandyLionFluffMarc Jacobs Dot Shower Gel: $20 -- killahbabeNarcisco Rodriguez for Her Eau de Toilette (mini): $13 -- missrmessnerTokyomilk Dark Tainted Love (sprayed 2x): $36 -- beethousandTokyoMilk Dark Handcreme in Tainted Love (1 oz.): $8.30 -- superNoahViktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Travel Duo (1/4 used of long bottle): $28 -- superNoah    

Will the Sephora Favorites LashStash (mascara sampler) come back in stock anytime soon? I would really love this sampler!

 

Calling all palette addicts! Considering a LOT of us all have the same ones, let's swap some of our best "recipes"! I do with some non BT friends and we have a blast. It's just a great way to get and share ideas or try something you might not have thought of! It's also fun to see how the same thing can look different on someone else.      Urban Decay Naked Inner & outer lid: Gunmetal Center lid: Sidecar Crease: Buck Browline/Inner eye: Sin Lower lash line: Gunmetal   Urban Decay Naked 2 Inner lid: Verve Outer lid: Pistol Crease: Busted Browline/Inner eye: Booty Call   Urban Decay Naked 3 Center lid: Trick Inner and outer lid: Factory Crease: Liar Browline/Inner eye: Strange Too Faced Chocolate Bar Inner lid: Creme Brulee Outer Lid: Cordial Cherry Crease: Black Forest Truffle Browline/Inner eye: Champagne Truffle

Hello, I'd like some recommendations for treating hyperpigmentation?

BORED. So borrrrrrreeeeed! You know how sometimes you'd have a closet full/bursting with clothe but "nothing to wear"? I'm like that right now with skincare. Currently I'm using a retinol serum at night, so I can't try any fancy exfoliating stuff. And it's really dry winter, so I don't wanna risk flaky skin with new moisturizers. Which leaves masks as the one thing I can play around with......... so far I've tried ALL of Glamglow, Boscia, Wei and Origin's masks. Also Murad clarifying, SK-II/When/Shiseido sheet masks, Fresh Rose/Black Tea, PTR cucumber/sulfur, and OH blue/blackberry. This is literally me right now (minus the sexy air): So, any mask recommendations?   Or is there a new skincare product you are trying and liking? do tell. =)

New OCC Brushes now on Sephora's website! Soooo pretty!!!   Who's getting some???         http://www.sephora.com/obsessive-compulsive-cosmet ics?defaultSortBy=-1&node=1050102

I got my Nordstrom card online and I couldn't resist using it right away on makeup.  I've heard a lot of people rave about Nordstrom's and how much better they are than Sephora but I need details!  So far, they have the standard 3 free samples that don't look any different than Sephora's but their rewards program is a bit on the high side.  I think they said 2000 points puts you on the lower level.  But anyway, I bought a whole bunch of Burberry lipsticks and eye shadow palette as well as my standard 5 million Nars products that I've never purchased before because I didn't think the colors were right but Nordstrom's color charts seem to be better than Sephora's.  More true to color but I may be wrong.  I even picked up a MAC lippie.. But I've never tried Burberry before so I wanted to get the opinion of those who use it.  I picked up 3 of the Velvet Matte lipsticks and the Soft Satin lippie.  I also picked up the Beauty Complete Eye Palette.  While it is expensive, is it worth it?  And I was eyeing some Tom Ford's.  How is that?

I know some people wanted to see some of what I bought so I'm just posting some pics now.   This is the Burberry palette in Dark Spice   This is the cute case it comes in   This is the Nars Matte Multiple in Siam   This is the Nars Larger than Life Gloss in Como   This is the Burberry Soft Satin Lip Cover in Prune   This is Nars Lipstick in Morocco   This is Burberry Lip Velvet in Hawthorne Berry   This is MAC Heroine   And this is Nars Single Eyeshadow in Fez.   Some of these look lighter in the pictures... I have no idea why my camera won't take true to life colors but that's life, LOL!   I have my Nars foundation and another Burberry lippie coming tomorrow.  I can't wait!

I am in a desperate search for this in shade #42.  I'm getting ready to relocate to Singapore and even though there are Sephora stores there, I want this to take with me to cut down on the stress of finding the store and then locating this shade.    Since I have seen inquiries about this particular shade so much on Sephora....why was it discontinued????

The Sephora + Pantone collection for 2014 is now on-line.  Can't buy them just yet but you can see the products.   Anybody getting anything?  

I just got my Urban Decay haul today!  Excited but pissed... I got the Feminine and Dangerous Palettes for $12 but I ended up duplicating colors that I already have in UD singles.  I've been trying to make a conscience effort not to do that but for $12, I couldn't resist getting them but the palettes are great.  I'm happy I got them.  But my thing is that I got the Deluxe Pre-Release item... and it's another black eyeliner.  It's called Black Velvet.  It's a travel sized which I like but I have like 3 Zero's and 2 Perversions that came in other sets.  They really didn't go into specifics in the card about what makes it different from the others other to say that it's "velvety".  But it's still BLACK!  Now I don't know what to do with all these black eyeliners...

Has anybody gotten a real answer about how duties are being calculated? I've asked and keep getting the run around with no real answers as well as having my questions being ignored. 

I have very oily acne prone skin, what is the best setting spray to use? I've tried the Urban Decay Deslick with little results. Also what is a good setting powder to use over the Kat Von D lock it foundation and the kat von d powder?

What happened to the Make Up Forever lip shade finder?  I used it previously to find the most perfect neutral shade for me in the Aqua Rouge line.  I'd like to get a darker, more burgundy-ish shade now since I know I LOVE the Aqua Rogue, but the shade finder seems to have disappeared.  Help!   Thanks!!

Hello lovely BTers!! We hear you and we've been working to update the previous post Tiffany did in 2011 regarding Animal Testing. Since we carry over 200 other brands, the ones we've listed below have confirmed that they do not test on animals and/or we’ve confirmed the following brands on the PETA list:   http://bit.ly/1cBmld2 (yes, I posted an outside link, but its for your use & was approved )     Our private label Sephora Collection and Sephora Originals (Hello Kitty, Kat Von D, Formula X, and Pantone) are cruelty free (meaning that the products have never been tested on animals).   Any info we could confirm (vegan/gluten free) are listed below the links.  We hope this helps!!     Algenist - http://bit.ly/hEn4Pt   Amazing Cosmetics - http://bit.ly/jGVkuX   Anastasia - http://bit.ly/dmGpFF   Anthony Logistics - http://bit.ly/iuZSqx   Bare Escentuals - http://bit.ly/1nCQQ   Becca - http://bit.ly/Kul5yK (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed no testing, but they are not listed on PETA)   Betsy Johnson – http://bit.ly/1bMAgcK (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed no testing, but they are not listed on PETA)   Blinc - http://bit.ly/kzOLQW   Bliss - http://bit.ly/lcUa3A   Bond No 9 – http://bit.ly/1fa5hzk Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Butter London – http://bit.ly/Kulr8N (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed no testing, but they are not listed on PETA)   Buxom - http://bit.ly/du1aJE   Carol's Daughter - http://bit.ly/kDoUPh   Caudalie - http://bit.ly/K0ur4Z (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed no testing, but they are not listed on PETA)   Chanel - http://bit.ly/mC5oRX   Clarins - http://bit.ly/1drQjhf (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed no testing, but they are not listed on PETA)   Couture Colour - http://bit.ly/iyasCq   Cover FX - http://bit.ly/kXemXu   Dermadoctor- http://bit.ly/qKVx3   Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare - http://bit.ly/1cV0lLp   DuWop - http://bit.ly/j2deqC   Evian - http://bit.ly/lq4Pn8   Hello Kitty - http://bit.ly/etHHT0   Hourglass - http://bit.ly/4kvSzp   Illume – http://bit.ly/1cV0nmu Cruelty/Gluten Free   Jack Black - http://bit.ly/khv2yF   JINsoon – http://bit.ly/1aCQUw0 Cruelty/Gluten Free   Josie Maran - http://bit.ly/dJ8G4F   Juicy Couture – http://bit.ly/K0uFJa Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Julep – http://bit.ly/K0uGwU Cruelty/Gluten Free   Jurlique – http://bit.ly/1abDbzR (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed no testing, but they are not listed on PETA)   J ustin Bieber – http://bit.ly/1cV0Bdo Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Kate Somerville – http://bit.ly/1cxsjvK Cruelty/Gluten Free   Kat Von D - http://bit.ly/11gvyT   KenzoUSA – http://bit.ly/1aCReus Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Keratinperfect – http://bit.ly/1kno5NX Cruelty/Gluten Free   Korres Natural Products - http://bit.ly/6wFIIp   LaVanila Laboratories - http://bit.ly/Njj9H   L’Occitane – http://bit.ly/1aCRBW8 (we reached out to them directly & they confirmed Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free, but they are not listed on PETA)    L’artisan parfumeur – http://bit.ly/1ehlTQt Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   LivingProof – http://bit.ly/1eDGmzG Cruelty Free/Gluten Free Stylers   Make Up For Ever – http://bit.ly/1gcSZ5E Cruelty Free   ME Smooth – http://bit.ly/1cxsS8M Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Murad - http://bit.ly/kwC46T     Nails Inc – http://bit.ly/1dbFJQG Cruelty Free   NARS – http://bit.ly/199Ahgl Cruelty Free   NUDE – http://bit.ly/K0vMIS Cruelty/Gluten Free   Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics – http://bit.ly/1cV1DWH   Ole Henriksen – http://bit.ly/1abDWJc Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Omorovicza – http://bit.ly/1aCSwFS Cruelty Free Perfect   Formula – http://bit.ly/1gcTflm Cruelty/Gluten Free   Pantone - http://bit.ly/wjXwYp   Ren – http://bit.ly/K0w4j2 “We do not test any of our products on animals. Our products are not tested on our behalf by any third party. The only animal products we use are honey and beeswax in the Lip Honey.”   Rosebud – http://bit.ly/1a2JtOt “There are no animal by-products in any of the salves or lip balms. Beeswax is contained in Brambleberry Rose Lip Balm, Strawberry Lip Balm, and Mocha Rose Lip Balm, however, NO beeswax is contained in Rosebud Salve, Minted Rose Lip Balm, or Menthol and Eucalyptus Balm”   Sachajuan - http://bit.ly/1eDGNtG   Smashbox - http://bit.ly/cV7R0g   Stila Cosmetics - http://bit.ly/7ireI4   Tarte - http://bit.ly/9z2JWF   Tata Harper – http://bit.ly/1icj5aj   TanTowel - http://bit.ly/JERYJb   The New Black – http://bit.ly/1iMMhaK Vegan/Cruelty/Gluten Free   Too Faced Cosmetics - http://bit.ly/mimfHa   Urban Decay - http://bit.ly/kMsQFE      We will be updating this list as necessary, since we are constantly adding and removing products on our site. If you have any questions regarding brands listed above, please contact them directly as they may reformulate products and change manufacturers   xo, Mia & the rest of the Mods

 

What makeup is everyone wearing today?   Today I am wearing:   1. Benefit Hello Flawless Foundation in Champagne 2. Benefit Coralista blush 3. TheBalm Mary-Loumanizer 4. Dior Creme de Rose Lipbalm 5. Dior Addict Lipstick in 454 6. Benefit Creaseless Cream shadow in RSVP   and under all this I am wearing Neutrogena Pure and Free Liquid Sunblock SPF 50   So c'mon now...confess!

So with all the discussion about makeup confessions, hauls, and new TSBs, we know that we all have a serious hobby and addiction to beauty. But how do you store them in your home? Do you like how you've organized your makeup collection? Do you have the space for them? How about your space for prepping and putting on your makeup? What would you change, if you could?   Honestly, with me... I've had to make a lot of compromises and make the best out of what I have to work with! I live in a very old home, over 200 years old. I love it to pieces and I wouldn't trade it for anything. BUT it kind of lacks some of the modern conveniences that newer homes have. I don't have many good storage solutions yet, my closet space is almost nonexistent, and I'm currently using an entire room with built-in shelves to display my shoe collection. I don't yet have a proper makeup vanity, and my full-sized bathroom is laid out very poorly and does not have good ventilation, so I don't like to store my makeup in there. Instead I have cleared out the drawers in my night stand and do my best to organize my makeup in there. When I go to put it on, I grab what I need and transfer it to my bathroom, where I apply my makeup -- luckily with tons of natural light! -- on tiptoe so I can peer into my too-high and too-small vanity mirror. I can't set makeup out on top of my mirrored dresser/vanity because I have a very bratty cat that likes to wake us up every morning by pushing things off of dressers and tables, and I have nightmares that I would wake up to a shattered Lingerie de Peau bottle on my wood floors.   Let's just say that we fully intend to renovate that bathroom once we've set aside enough money for it, lol!   In my fantasy land, I would have a well-lit vanity space with six large makeup drawers, a padded bench, and a makeup mirror. Heck, I'd have a whole bathroom just for preparing my makeup every day!   More realistically, in the short term, I am going to buy Muji acrylic makeup drawers or similar makeup organizers and really keep things looking pretty in my drawers. I'd also like to buy some bathroom storage solutions (cheaper solutions, since we are saving for a renovation) to better organize my bathroom sink and vanity, and of course, I think a good makeup mirror is in my near future.   How about all of you? Are you happy with how you manage your cosmetics? Any pictures or storage ideas to share, for people with limited space? I'm curious!

And you realize that it's in the same family of shades of 6 of your other lipsticks. Oh well. It's still pretty, and I love my Stila lipsticks! This color is Brigitte by the way.      

QVC is having a WEN TSV (Today's Special Value) March 15th! Price is $59.96 + $8.47 shipping/handling. It will include:   (1) 32oz Cleansing Conditioner (of your choice: Sweet Almond, Fig, Tea Tree, Lavender, Pomegranate, Cucumber Aloe or Bamboo Green Tea) (1) 16 oz Six Thirteen Cleansing Conditioner (1) 5oz. Six Thirteen Styling Creme & (1) 2oz. Replenishing Treatment Mist (matching the WEN flavor of your 32 oz. choice)     Wanted to give all of the WEN lovers a heads up!

 

I've had my eyes on the Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector highlighter for a while and I really want to go ahead and purchase one of the shades. I'm in between moonstone and opal. If any of you have these highlighters let me know your opinion on them.   I have very fair skin, which of the 2 would work best for me?