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A Look at the July 2011 Birchbox by Cynthia Rowley

Last month I signed up and received my first Birchbox.  For a $10 per month subscription you receive a box of surprise luxury samples and POSSIBLY a full-sized product.  Last month, I was amazed at the… View Post

Essence Colour & Go Quick Drying Nail Polish – Wake Up!

We’ll isn’t this the brightest, jolliest summer nail color you’ve ever seen?  This little bottle (.16 fl. oz) packs such an orange punch you can’t take your eyes off of it.  I have tried a… View Post

China Glaze Metro Collection Fall 2011

China Glaze will be releasing the Metro Collection for Fall 2011.  Twelve shades are in this collection of cremes, glitters, and shimmers.  From the press photos I predict that CG in the City, Traffic Jam,… View Post

Photos & Swatches! NEW Maybelline EyeStudio Color Explosion Palette – Amethyst Ablazed

A big thanks to Nouveau Cheap for the advance notice that Maybelline was debuting a brand new 5 color eyeshadow palette called Color Explosion.  I was on the lookout for these at stores ever since!… View Post

O.N.E. Kids Coconut Water – Keeping My Kids Happy and Hydrated

As a mom of two wonderful kids (aged 4 and almost 3), I’m always trying to keep them eating and drinking healthy as much as possible.  That being said, my kids do eat cookies, ice… View Post