The Tarte Away Oui Go Palette

Usually, I don't buy myself a Christmas present, but oh my gosh, take a look at this amazing Tarte Away Oul Go Palette ... all wearable colors and for $48, a good buy. (Go to Sephora for the best price right now.) You get lots of rich Parisian pigments for the buck.The special holiday collection includes:1) 16-full size clay eye shadows in neutrals, nudes, browns and cream2) 4-full size clay 12-hour blushes in sheer melon, coral, peach and rose3)...

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Have A Happy Thanksgiving

Be Thankful (Author Unknown)"Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire,If you did, what would there be to look forward to?Be thankful when you don’t know somethingFor it gives you the opportunity to learn.Be thankful for the difficult times.During those times you grow.Be thankful for your limitationsBecause they give you opportunities for improvement.Be thankful for each new challengeBecause it will build your strength and character.Photo:...

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10 Affordable Christmas Gift Ideas

New at The Body Shop.The number one rule for selecting gifts is always give people things they can use.I live in a small Manhattan apartment. One Christmas I recived a fake fireplace with a fake log from relatives who live in a big beautiful house in the suburbs. There was nothing special about it, nor do I recall ever wanting one. And, since it didn't function, out in the trash it went a short time later.Why spend money on items with no purpose?...

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How To Froth Milk Without A Frother

You don't need a fancy gadget to froth milk for a delicious cup of coffee (or cappuccino). The effort takes two minutes and is simple, so why bring another appliance into your kitchen?To froth milk is to produce a mass of air bubbles by agitation. There are several ways to do so:Method #1. Pour ½ cup of milk (per serving of coffee) into a jar; or use as much milk as you need as long as the jar is at least half empty. Secure the...

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Atoxelene Line Wand

There is a trendy beauty fluid celebrities use to erase wrinkles and promote youthful skin. Have you heard of it? And if so, can you pronounce it?! The name doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, does it?Call it Botox on a brush. Reportedly, many A-list stars keep an Atoxelene Line Wand within reach. Here's why: It hydrates the skin and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles with properties of hyaluronic acid and peptides. The...

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Uniqlo's Cold Weather Steals

12 colors: red, light green, dark green, blue, winter white, navy, brown, light grey, dark grey, black, pink, and purpleA classic wool sweater is a wardrobe essential. It keeps you warm and toasty in a 6-month battle with Old Man Winter, as well as, completes an outfit. Whether worn with a dress, trousers or leggings, a soft woven sweater adds polish and looks oh, sooo casual smart!Uniqlo has an assortment of cashmere and extra fine merino wool...

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Shiseido's Sparkling Party Palette

I love the efficiency of a well-thought-out makeup palette. At $50, it's not cheap, but you have all your makeup ducks sitting in a row -- a slim case which fits effortlessly into a small clutch purse. It contains all the brilliant colors and tools you need to freshen up as you spend a night out on the town. Besides, makeup palettes seem to last for a while, so at least you feel like you're getting your money's worth.Shiseido is offering a limited...

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Pure's Christmas Collection

Clothing made from all natural fiber like cashmere, silk, cotton or linen can be hard to find, but when you do buy them, they are worth it. The fabric feels soft on your skin and lasts for years. If you take proper care of articles made from pure cotton or wools, they actually improve with age and make whatever you pair them with look better.One of my favorite apparel companies, who specialize in natural fiber, is Britain's Pure Collection....

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