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Summer makeup bag essential: Aveda Uruku Bronzing Ritual Kit

No summer makeup bag would complete without a bronzer; having a sun-kissed glow is what it's all about! One that you might want to consider is the Aveda Uruku Bronzing Ritual Kit.  I love that not only do you get a great bronzer, but also the perfect kabuki-style brush for just-right application.

Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara: Love it or lose it?

It seems that eyelashes-to-there are today's little black dress. Capitalizing on the hot trend, Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara has combined a mascara and lash enhancer in one product.  The package states that this "lash enhancing formula complements the natural growth cycle of your lashes and improves their overall appearance and condition with each use".

Illamasqua Eye Shadow and Pure Pigment Review

Illamasqua, the cult beauty brand from the U.K., is known for it's intense colors and dramatic look. Not for the shy, this is big-time bold makeup.  When it first launched in the US back in October, I was curious about the line, but thought it might be a little too showy for me. 

MAKE UP FOR EVER introduces Aqua Cream Waterproof Makeup

MAKE UP FOR EVER introduces Aqua Cream, a collection of versatile waterproof makeup colors that can be worn on the eyes, lips and face.  The colors are highly pigmented and offer amazing color payoff in a formula that's easy to work with.

Aqua Cream was created for makeup artists working on photo shoots in water, high humidity or the outdoors.  Yet, since I've already experienced an onslaught of hot weather that has created makeup challenges; I can totally see where Aqua Creams would be a summer makeup dream.

Current Obsession: Fresh Sugar Plum Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15

There are few cosmetic lines that make me drop everything and just order whatever new product has been released, but fresh has always had that effect on me.  While browsing the Sephora website a couple of weeks ago, I noticed new fresh Sugar Plum Lip Treatment SPF 15. Sure enough...I could not resist. Add to basket. Click. Purchase.