Shine Bright with the Smashbox x Casey Holmes Spotlight Palettes

‘Tis the year of makeup collabs! Earlier this year, Smashbox teamed up with YouTube makeup artist, Casey Holmes, to create 2 highlighter palettes. The Spotlight Highlight Palettes hit the scene with much anticipation and hype. Then seemingly disappeared. I even bought into
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#BlackGirlMagic: New Taraji Viva Glam Collection Coming Soon! 

Hold up, wait a minute! Let me sprinkle some #BlackGirlMagic in it! I was starting to think we’d seen the last of MAC and Taraji. But they’re back! Last year, we got a taste of auntie Taraji’s fierce yet sophisticated makeup style
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Milani Strobelight Instant Glow Powder Swatches

You know something is good when it’s always sold out! I’ve been seeing the Milani Strobelight Instant Glow Powders all over Instagram for months. But, sadly, couldn’t try them because they’re so dang hard to find. Almost impossible! Finding a store that carries Milani is
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Moisturizer VS Leave-In Conditioner: What’s the Difference? 

Curly, kinky hair is beautiful! It’s versatile. It’s resilient. It’s unique. Like a magnificent crown. There’s so much you can do with curly, kinky hair–from natural coils to relaxed tresses. Yes, your kinky, curls are wonderful, girl! But they need moisture. Lots
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Milani Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème Swatches! 

Matte lips can be incredibly sexy and fierce. But I get tired of them. Sometimes the matte look starts to feel a little flat and boring. Summer is all about being fun, bold and taking chances. So why not do the same
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Juvia’s Place Nubian 2 Palette Swatches 

Can’t get enough of Juvia’s Place? Me either, girl! Juvia’s Place isn’t exactly new to the makeup scene. Juvia’s Place recently exploded on social media making it the hottest brand for palettes on the market. And for good reason! Her palettes are extremely addictive!
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Juvia’s Place Saharan Eyeshadow Palette Swatches 

Summer is all about bright, bold colors! So it’s no surprise that Juvia’s Place is completely dominating this season with their extremely bold, colorful palettes. Juvia’s Place (an amazing BOMB) specializes in making stunning African-themed palettes designed to pop on chocolate cuties. I first
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4 Foundations for Dry Skin

Finding a good foundation for dry skin can be a bit tricky. You’re leery of matte foundations because they can be drying and make you look casket sharp. Full coverage foundations can be iffy too. They often get cakey and leave you
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