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Two Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora!

May 12th, 2012 by Karen 466 Comments

  • WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is Alyse! Congratulations, Alyse! If you entered but didn’t win this time around, keep trying, and click here to enter any ongoing giveaways before you jet. 🙂

A Makeup and Beauty Blog giveaway
Comment to win a Sephora eGift card

Yesterday, I was digging through some old CDs at home when I came across an oldie but a goodie. Remember Version 2.0 by Garbage?

I remember buying it on a whim one day right after it came out. It must have been around 1998. I was in my last quarter in college, and I’d listen to it every day while I did my homework.

Brings back memories… That was a very exciting time filled with promise, but also some nervous uncertainty. I was almost finished with school and itching to move back to the Bay Area from Davis, but I was getting ready to leave something familiar (school) to enter the next phase of my life — or what my parents referred to as “the real world.”

The last time I listened to this CD was probably 10 years ago, and man! — it’s still great. Yesterday when Temptation Waits and Push It kicked in, I couldn’t believe I still remembered all of the words.

Did anyone else secretly want to be Shirley Manson? She seems like such an @ss kicker. An @ss kicker in red lipstick and smokey eyes!

Speaking of makeup, it’s Saturday! Which means it’s time for you know what.

What folks are saying…

“Thanks so much, Karen. Just in case you were wondering what I got with it, I decided to go with the Clarisonic Mia–I’ve been wanting it for years now, but have never purchased it because of the price. Your eCard helped me finally buy it! I look forward to using it 🙂 Thanks again!”
-Jane

“Shut the front door! OMG Karen, you have made my day. 🙂 I’m sick in bed with the flu and this has just cheered me up immensely!!!!!!!! BTW, I’m the one that sent you that pic of my pug in a wig a few weeks back LOL! Thanks again, honestly, I’m beyond giddy right now.”
-Angel

“Oh my goodness! Thank you so much Karen (and Tabs, of course)! I really appreciate this! I’d been eyeing the Anastasia brow pencil in Strawburn to match my red hair!”
-Chelsea (and Jiji the kitten and Quincy the bunny)

“Never before have I been so pleased to check my email right before bed!!! Thank you so, so much! I truly enjoy your blog and check it almost daily! Thanks again! This made my night!”
-Melissa, Edmond, OK

“Hi Karen. Oh my goodness! I can’t believe I won! :O Thank you so much! You, Tabs, and your blog are amazing! Thank you for keeping me updated on all things beauty and more importantly, for keeping me entertained! Keep doing your thing! 🙂 Thank you again.”
-Jacqueline

“Hi Karen. Thank you so much, I’m so excited, I’ve never won anything before. My name is Hana … I just turned 25 (today is my birthday!) Yay! Thank you.”
-Hana

Win a $50 gift card from Sephora

  • One (1) Sephora eGift card containing $50 sent to the winner by email (international readers, you may opt to receive $50 sent by PayPal instead).

  • There are two ways to enter, and you can do both of them for two chances to win. First, you can enter by leaving a comment at the bottom of this post, a comment about anything at all, like, do you do bold red lips and smokey eyes? Could you see yourself as the lead singer in a rock band? What’s an album that reminds you of school? What’s your favorite red lipstick of all time? Have you ever had red hair? — you get the idea.
  • Second, you can enter by following me on twitter Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
    • Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! http://bit.ly/J7s1R9

  • The deadline to enter is Sunday, May 13, 2012 at 11:59PM (PT).
  • Entrants must enter using a valid email address and/or Twitter account to win.
  • A maximum of two (2) entries per person — one within the comments at the bottom of this post, and a second entry via Twitter addressed to me @karenmbb.
  • Contest is open to individuals of any country who have reached the age of majority according to their local laws (18 in the United States with these exceptions: Alabama and Nebraska, 19; Mississippi, 21).
  • Sephora eGift Certificates can only be redeemed online and are not valid in stores or available for purchase or redemption in Canada. International winners may opt to substitute the Sephora eGift card prize for $50 sent directly to their email address by PayPal instead.
  • Tabs and I (heretofore referred to as “T-Money and K-Dawg”) will select one (1) winner at random from the entries either left in the comments at the bottom of this blog post or addressed to @karenmbb on Twitter.
  • The winner will be announced here within 48 hours of the deadline.
  • Void where prohibited by law.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

  • WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is Alyse! Congratulations, Alyse! If you entered but didn’t win this time around, keep trying, and click here to enter any ongoing giveaways before you jet. 🙂

Two Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! / Originally published May 12th, 2012

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  1. C Williams says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:01 am

    This time I am gonna win in Jesus name!!!

    Reply
  2. Lydia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:02 am

    I love doing bold red lips!

    Reply
  3. Deanna G. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:03 am

    I’ve never had red hair but I’ve had pink hair! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Neela says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:05 am

    I’m currently touching up my henna dyed red hair with more henna. Roots suck!

    Reply
  5. Larie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:05 am

    I’m listening to Lifehouse’s first album today – that one definitely reminds me of high school!

    Reply
  6. corallista says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:05 am

    I’ve had a tiring week house hunting for the first time but I finally found a lovely little place! So excited to furnish and decorate it. Hope your week was good Karen, have a good weekend!

    Reply
  7. Amanda G says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:07 am

    Favorite red lipstick of all time is a tie between MAC Red and Russian Red, depending on the situation. I lean towards preferring Russian Red, but it just can’t be adapted for casual daytime as well as MAC Red can.

    And yes, I’ve had red hair. And copper. And black. And espresso. And chocolate. And bright golden blonde. And dishwater blonde. And auburn. And… yeah.

    Reply
    • buckycatt says

      May 12th, 2012 at 11:23 am

      I just discovered MAC red & it’s perfect for my porcelain complexion. The red of the spring for me.

      Reply
      • Amanda G says

        May 12th, 2012 at 1:03 pm

        I’m porcelain, too! And with my hair short and dark right now, I swear I look like Snow White when I wear MAC Red!

        Reply
  8. Alexis D. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:07 am

    The last time I did a bold Red lip and Smokey eye was for Halloween. I was a rocker in all red and black :3. I looked silly but that was the point since I was going out to Par-tay :D. Best part was when I was waiting in line for the restroom and a drunk girl in front of me asks, “Are you a hooker?” Hahahaha Gotta love freshman year

    Reply
  9. Carolyn N. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:10 am

    Unfortunately I don’t think red ANYTHING works on me. 🙁

    Reply
  10. Rachel says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:10 am

    I tried on ten lipsticks for absolutely no reason and broke one. It was kinda funny.

    Reply
  11. Yesenia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:10 am

    Just made beef and gravy and it came out horrible:(, but atleast the east coast weather is bea-uti- FUL :D!!!

    Reply
  12. KPrice says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:11 am

    I love Shirley Manson. It’s so odd that you bring up their cd when I was just talking about Garbage the other day. Thanks for a chance at a giveaway – have a good weekend!

    Reply
  13. Mary says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:13 am

    I’m still on the hunt for my perfect red lipstick.

    Reply
  14. Jennie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:13 am

    Dying to try some of the new summer Chanel colors you’ve been swatching!

    Reply
  15. lisa brown says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:14 am

    I hope everyone had a fun-filled weekend!

    Reply
  16. Geri Manalo says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:16 am

    My fave red lipstick is MAC’s Ruby Woo!

    Reply
  17. Denisse says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:18 am

    Never wore red lipstick, maybe I should give it a try one day… Have a fun, happy weekend! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Taryn says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:19 am

    I’m new to your blog and I sure am having fun looking through your archives!

    Reply
  19. Joanna says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:20 am

    I love Mac Ruby Woo and I have indeed rocked red ombre hair. I wasn’t to daring to go all red 🙂

    Reply
  20. Laura H says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:20 am

    I love bold red lips, but I haven’t found a have red lippie yet !

    Reply
  21. buckycatt says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:21 am

    My cat Maggie is 15 & even though she eats just fine she is getting very skinny. I worry! I am glad Tabs is still young and healthy. Having a jammie day but still have MAC lip gelee in Slicker Pink on. It’s more peachy than pinky. Happy weekend 😀

    Reply
  22. katie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:21 am

    my cats are fighting over who gets to lay on a grocery bag that’s on the floor. it’s a grocery bag! the whole couch is available!

    Reply
  23. Katie-Jean says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:22 am

    The only time I had red hair was when I was in high school and I used Sun-In in my hair. I thought that it would turn it blond. Turns out, I have a lot of red undertones in my hair. It wasn’t exactly red, but it wasn’t blond either!!

    Reply
  24. Amy D. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:27 am

    I should be studying for a biology exam, but here I am googling corgi pictures. oops.

    Reply
  25. Kate says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:27 am

    I have done a smoky eye with a bold red lip! Not often but I love a soft navy smoky eye with a matte brick-red lip (NARS Shanghai Express). If you keep the lip nice and soft with no hard edges and really blend out the eye, it can work.

    Reply
  26. Chelsey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:27 am

    I’ve had red highlights.. I miss those days. It was bright too. I may have to do that again 😛

    Reply
  27. Libby says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:28 am

    I’m a natural blonde but I am consistently jealous of natural redheads. Someday I’ll get the nerve to dye my hair red!

    Reply
  28. Megan says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:28 am

    I heard Garbageis coming out with a new cd!

    Reply
  29. Susan says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:29 am

    i love bold red lips with smokey eyes!

    Reply
  30. Jerrica L says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:29 am

    I’m going to dye my hair dark red in August~ ty

    Reply
  31. Avery says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:30 am

    I used to be super blonde but am now more dirty blonde…the curse of most blondes

    Reply
  32. Toni says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:30 am

    I spent a couple of hours at sephora yesterday. Oh how i love that place!

    Reply
  33. Stephanie Y says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:32 am

    I never do smokey eye..my hooded eyes make it difficult.

    Reply
  34. Roxanne says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:33 am

    After today, it will be 3 days off for me!!! That means I can finally see the Avengers!!

    Reply
  35. bin du says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:33 am

    loving the nice weather we’ve been having recently. It’s been cold/rainy for far too long! Been wearing re-freshmint by CG on my nails and I’ve gotten so many compliments on it, it almost looks slightly neon on my nails!

    Reply
  36. Annie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:37 am

    This is the perfect timing for a Sephora gift card, as I am conveniently going to Sephora on thursday =)

    Reply
  37. Amber says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:38 am

    Shirley Manson still rocks! I haven’t done a bold red hair look but I’ve wanted too.

    Reply
  38. Kellie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:40 am

    I have always loved Shirley Manson from Garbage. Yes, I secretly wanted to be here when I was listening to version 2.0 my freshman year of high school. I actually did dye my hair a fire engine truck red around that time. I have not had the guts to go back to it since! Brings back memories!!!

    Reply
  39. Polly Wu says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:40 am

    I love doing a tinted red lip. I’m not brave enough to go full on red though. Love you blog!

    Reply
  40. Theresa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:40 am

    I never had red hair but I did have blue :). Fun times hehehe.

    Reply
  41. onegreatsmile says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:41 am

    Red, red, I love red. Angry color? No way. HOT HOT HOT! No matter who you are, it’s va-va-VOOM!

    Reply
  42. KarenR says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:43 am

    Love a lighter natural makeup look …. Taupe wash on eyelids, plenty of black mascara and a sheer lippy…it’s my “go-to-never-fail-look” 🙂 my fav was Pearl Jam’s Ten…girl I wore that cd OUT ya hear!!! Lol…. KarenR

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  43. Michelle says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:48 am

    I have red highlights right now!

    Reply
  44. Ariel says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:50 am

    My throwback song that I’ve been listening to is Mariah Carey’s Heartbreaker, featuring Jay-Z. The video is hilarious to look back at now, but it’s still just so catchy!!!

    Reply
  45. Nicole says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:52 am

    YAY for Sephora’s gift card! 🙂

    Reply
  46. Jasmine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:53 am

    Well the other day I was in my friend’s car and shake that by Eminem and Nate Dogg came on. Well it reminded us of prom, I know classy right. That was six years ago. I can’t believe how fast time flies.

    Reply
  47. Megan says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:54 am

    I’ve dyed my hair red before, several different shades at different times. The most intense was this one by Feria. A month later and I was still washing color out.

    Reply
  48. Sophie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:55 am

    Never tried bold lips because I’m so fair, I thought it would overwhelm me. But I’d love to try it!!

    Reply
  49. Alison says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:57 am

    Garbage! Gonna see them at the SB Bowl soon. My college days were all about Ben Harper and Ani DiFranco!!

    Reply
  50. heather says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:02 pm

    never dyed my hair before – red would be cool, but i’ve always dreamt of bubblegum pink 🙂

    Reply
  51. Sheila says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    loved Garbage! “Special” was one of my favorite songs for a while after dating a slew of losers. Also love red hair (though my naturally black hair is currently dyed a golden brown and i am loving it).

    Reply
  52. Alison says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    I’ve always dreamed of being a singer in a rock band. Don’t know if it will ever actually happen, though…

    Reply
  53. Lulu says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    I’m on break so I’ve been waking up around 2pm everyday… need to fix my schedule haha! It was painful waking up at even just 12 today 🙁

    Reply
  54. Annie Yun says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:06 pm

    Hello! I like doing a bold red lip, very simple neutral eyes and a high tip bun!

    Reply
  55. Adia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    smokey eyes is my all time favorite!

    Reply
  56. Sam says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    I LOVE red lips. I know some people really hate them but I love how they look on my skin!

    Reply
  57. PS says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:08 pm

    Loved Garbage back in the day! I remember I brought a CD to work and was listening to it and an older co-worker came by desk and asked me what I was listening to and I said “Garbage”. He looked at me funny, like huh? Had no clue that Garbage was a band! 😉

    God that brings back memories!

    Have a great weekend everyone.

    Reply
  58. Step says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:09 pm

    I tried to get red hair in middle school, but my natural color is so dark that it came out sort of purple. Oops.

    Reply
  59. Jaymie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    I’ve had red highlights and loved them but they faded so fast! Oh well, it was fun while it lasted. I haven’t been brave enough to wear a red bold lip. Hopefully I’ll muster up the courage and confidence to do it one day. I do have NYX’s Snow White as my lip color when I’m ready to do so 🙂

    Reply
  60. E. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    I was definitely into Garbage – that was also around the time that I was really into the Smashing Pumpkins!

    Reply
  61. Vicki says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    I used to have fire engine red hair. Sometimes I miss it, but not the upkeep!

    Reply
  62. colleen boudreau says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    I’ve never worn red lips before, i would like to but it makes me nervous lol.

    Reply
  63. Angel says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    Russian Red is definitely my favourite bold red lipstick!!

    Reply
  64. Stephanie C. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    I love nude lips and smokey eyes~ It’s hard to wear a smokey look everyday though.

    Reply
  65. Xero says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    I really wish I could sing, but I don’t have money for lessons.

    Reply
  66. Juhye says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:25 pm

    Just received a new ring in the mail today! So pretty!

    Reply
  67. Crystal says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    It’s a beautiful day in Virginia ! ☀

    Reply
  68. Heidi says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Huge Garbage fan here. Saw them in concert in San Francisco about 10 years ago. Amazing!

    Reply
  69. Julie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:32 pm

    I love Garbage! Shirley Manson has a beautiful voice.

    Reply
  70. Mimi Nguyen says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    I can’t wait for summer!!

    Reply
  71. Tara says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:35 pm

    Looking forward to Mother’s Day tomorrow. No cooking. Yeah!

    Reply
  72. Yukari says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:36 pm

    I don’t have any red. I love it on others but can’t seem to pull off the bold look myself

    Reply
  73. Chloe says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:37 pm

    hope to win!!

    Reply
  74. Laura says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:37 pm

    I love red lips!! Its my signature look, I have10 different red lipsticks and 6 lip stains. I’m obsessed!! I also died my hair red when I was 16 and I had it like that for like 2 years. It is definitely one of my favorite colours!!

    Reply
  75. Terri B says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:37 pm

    I listened to tons of mix tapes while in college so I could keep up on what my friends all around the country were listening to at their schools. Lots of dance music and grunge. (And yes, we had cassette tapes back then : ).

    Reply
  76. Lucas says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    Deftones is great! A song that reminds me of high school is Back to School by Deftones, it is great! Thanks for the giveaway!!!

    Reply
  77. Christine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    Can’t wait to hit up the pool this summer!

    Reply
  78. Michelle says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:41 pm

    I love Garbage! An album that is very college for me is Death Cab for Cutie’s “Transatlanticism.” Love Ben Gibbard.

    Reply
  79. Joyce says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:41 pm

    I’ve been testing out some setting powders, including ones from Becca, Dior and Burberry and I just love their packaging. They look so luxuriously. I can’t stop looking at them.

    Reply
  80. Gina G says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    No doubt tragic kingdom = Freshman year of high school. My girl friend and I would paint our nails after school blaring that album on repeat. Her brothers where not impressed.

    Reply
  81. laura says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    i always dreamed of starting a rock band in my garage in my middle and high school years, i wished i took those guitar lessons to heart and practiced diligently…

    Reply
  82. LauraA says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    Garbage? Oh yes indeedy I wanted to be Shirley Manson. I love her voice–so lush. Years ago, I bought a bootleg CD of one of the Euro gigs, and it is fabulous. She interacts with the crowd so very, very well.

    BTW, great Sephora graphic with this particular post. I like the color-changing shadow circles.

    Thanks for another great giveaway opportunity!

    Reply
  83. elle says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    I’m still looking for a good red lipstick…

    Reply
  84. Christine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    I love Garbage! 🙂

    Reply
  85. Lily says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    I love your blog! And I would love to be the lead singer of some band, but I can’t actually see that happening…

    Reply
  86. Sasha L. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:49 pm

    I am in love with two new nail polish, OPI’s new york city ballet collection’s my point exactly and Essie’s Matte like you Matte top coat!!

    Reply
  87. Laura MyNewestAddiction says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    I LOVED Garbage as a teen! Great giveaway! 🙂

    Reply
  88. Swatch And Learn says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    Yup, I had bright stop-sign red hair…for one day. Then I went back to the salon that did it and asked them to dye it all jet black. 😛 The really bright red totally didn’t suit me.

    Reply
  89. Alyse says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    Graduating from business and law school tomorrow, woot woot!! (I know, I know, doesn’t sound professional. But it has been four years in the works, so I deserve a few woots!)

    Reply
  90. Mandy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    Just returned from an amazing trip to India!

    Reply
  91. Sharlyn says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    I love bold lips such as morange, girl about town,

    Reply
  92. Krista says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    I am so ready for summer!

    Reply
  93. Kristen says

    May 12th, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    My favorite cream eyeshadow is the maybelline 24hr tattoo in bad to the bronze.

    Reply
  94. Chelsea says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    I’m a natural redhead, it’s the best! I love bold red lipstick (Revlon’s Matte lipstick in Really Red is amazing!), but smoky eyes look awful on me. It’s just not my style, I’d rather of neutral or cat eyes.

    Reply
  95. JSN says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:05 pm

    My Saturday so far… started with an hour of zumba-followed by a delicious cup of Iced Coffee from Starbucks 🙂 woop-woop! love your blog

    Reply
  96. Jody says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    The weather is beautiful today. I love it!

    Reply
  97. Amy Chamberlain says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    I need a Sephora makeover badly!!!

    Reply
  98. aclearcutsign says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    I actually like the look of red lips with a smoky eye if done right. It’s very…French and glamorous!

    Reply
  99. Zoey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    I can’t sing at all!

    Reply
  100. Justine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    The “Graduation (Friends Forever)” single (2000) by Vitamin C seems to be a perennial favorite for high school graduation. Somehow, it seems too juvenile for college graduation.

    Reply
  101. Melissa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    I’m pretty old but the album that reminds me of high school is In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelin. I think it came out in 1978 or 1979.

    Reply
  102. Rachel B. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:08 pm

    Funny you mentioned red hair. I have actually been contemplating on that color for my hair! Though, not red per se, rather within the red family. Hmmm, should I?

    Reply
  103. Anna says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    I don’t have any red. I can’t seem to pull off the look

    Reply
  104. Chris25 says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    I bought Version 2.0 in 2003. I idolized Shirley when I was in high school, and I loved her makeup. She didn’t give a fig what other people thought. She wore what she wanted to wear.

    Reply
  105. AG says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    The only time I’ve had red hair was when I tried giving myself a dye job with a Lush henna bar. It turned out subtle and nice (red highlights when my hair caught the light) but I was scrubbing henna out of my bathroom grout for weeks afterward!

    Reply
  106. Kathrin says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    I was wondering… has Tabs ever been in love? ♥

    Reply
  107. Lucy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:16 pm

    I want to try a strawberry blonde/red ombre!

    Reply
  108. Yuri says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    I Don’t know if I’m too young or I’be living under a rock but I don’t know who Garbage is

    Reply
  109. Anitacska says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:25 pm

    I do smokey eyes and red lips sometimes. Mostly I try to do one or the other. But the rules are there to be broken. 🙂

    Reply
  110. Carly says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    I have an unhealthy obsession with skin toned nudes, but I love me a good classic red. 🙂

    Reply
  111. Tammy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    I’d be a terrible lead singer in a rock band.

    I’d be terrible doing anything in any kind of band. Terrible!

    Reply
  112. Cindy G says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    Hi Karen, hope you and all your readers have a great weekend! 🙂

    Reply
  113. jane says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:31 pm

    hi karen,

    i really enjoyed your posts about hawaii. i want to visit eventually 😀

    Reply
  114. Christina says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    Davis is looking pretty shiny to me!

    Reply
  115. Melissa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    I’ve dyed my hair red a few different times. I love how it looks on me but I hate having to touch it up every month. So for now I’m happy rockin my natural dark brown hair. I also love red lips. I like reds that have a bit of pink/berry in it.

    Reply
  116. Carol says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    I’ve never had truly red hair. I have black hair and I’d probably have to bleach it first for the red to take, and that’s a little too scary for me. The closest I’ve come was using a dark auburn dye on my hair. My hair pretty much stayed black but in direct sunlight it gave my hair some subtle reddish highlights that didn’t look too unnatural.

    Reply
  117. Nicole says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    I’ve never really had a desire to dye my hair.

    Reply
  118. Gummy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    My new fav lip color is my YSL glossy stain in #7! I tend to stick to certain colors, like a rosy, sometimes light berry-ish color (think Nars Dolce Vita, which I LOVE 6_^), but decided to stick it out and try a coral-ly color cuz it was so pretty. And I couldn’t resist it. And I love it! =D I am a braver person now. ^_^

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  119. Casey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    If I ever was to dye my hair, I’d go redder, but luckily I’m fortunate to have strawberry blonde hair with brighter red natural streaks at my hairline! I call them my “Rogue Stripes” (like X-men’s Rogue lol) and they always lead people to ask where I get my hair colored 🙂

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  120. Rie Maeda says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:44 pm

    i’ve always wanted red hair..

    Reply
  121. bruna louise says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:45 pm

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  122. Mirjana says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    So cool!!!!!!

    Reply
  123. woo jin says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    I’m trying to lose weight for summer!!

    Reply
  124. Emma says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    AMAZING giveway! I wish I could pull off smokey eyes and red lips. I always tell myself that I can and I will look like Angelina Jolie in The Tourist but I just look like a dolly lol!

    Reply
  125. Chanice D. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Well I would LOVE to take a dare and dye my hair some red tone color! I have never had any color other than my natural brown, well not since highschool when we all used that “Sun-In” stuff!! LOL

    Reply
  126. Nikki says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Never had red hair, but I did have a “secret pocket ” of green and blue streaks

    Reply
  127. Wynell says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Mac Ruby Woo

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  128. Amanda says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:50 pm

    Love red hair with red lips!

    Reply
  129. Yao says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:54 pm

    It’s starting to feel like summer in NYC, which is nice but also means more smeared make-up for me. Boo.

    Reply
  130. Karen K says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:56 pm

    My favorite red lipstick of all time is, of course, discontinued. Bobbi Brown Ruby Stain. I do have two back ups though. After that I shall be full of dispair.

    Reply
  131. Kass says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    Red lips feels so weird to me!

    Reply
  132. Nora says

    May 12th, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    I need to see the avengers again!

    Reply
  133. Summer says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    I have never been able to do a smoky eye and it look good.

    Reply
  134. Tania says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    One time when I was in high school, my mom decided to dye my hair lighter brown, since I have dark brown. well, the color turned bright orange. It was horrible and i was mortified going back to school like that.

    Reply
  135. Summer says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    tweet https://twitter.com/#!/LLLSummer/status/201416688825143297

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  136. Bel says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    Hello Karen! Have you tried the seen the new Revlon kissable balm stains that are out? I bought one in Honey and I LOVE it.

    Reply
  137. Katherine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    I’m moving from Houston to Vancouver, Canada in 3 weeks. My life is crazy right now. I can’t wait to feel settled again.

    Reply
  138. adrian castillo says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    coral is my color of love at this moment mainly on my lips and and as a blusher

    Reply
  139. janey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    I have done smokey eyes with red lips before — I rather like it when I’m not very tan and more porcelain, as it is more dramatic with my dark hair. My fave red lip comes from the Chanel Glossimer Spark. It never fails me.

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  140. Celia Rodriguez says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway 🙂 I like red lips. It makes you feel fierce!

    Reply
  141. Kate & Zena says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:20 pm

    I get to order my ModCloth stuff today! Yay!

    Reply
  142. Stacey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    i made homemade hamburgers today and am grilling them MYSELF.

    Reply
  143. Marian says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    I had red hair for most of my life….auburn, that is. My natural color was brunette. Now, I’m white as snow!

    Reply
  144. aubrie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:26 pm

    I’ve never done a bold red lip, I’m too chicken

    Reply
  145. Angela says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    I love red lipstick! It’s all I wear. I got that habit from my Grandmother. I miss her terribly!

    Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms out there!!

    Reply
  146. Zhar says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    I’m not cool enough to rock bright red hair. Not a fan of lipstick in general but I like Revlons lipbutter in Red Velvet

    Reply
  147. Courtni says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    My boyfriend absolutely hates red lipstick, and I wear just to get under his skin 🙂

    Reply
  148. Sunny @ Mostly Sunny says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    I spent my whole afternoon/early evening taking a whole bunch of pictures! I was SO hungry at the end, but now I have pictures to last me several posts so wheeee

    Reply
  149. Jane says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway! Going to a bachelorette party of this gorgeous day

    Reply
  150. Steph says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    I had red hair at one time. I loved it! I’m back to my natural dark brown. I’d love to try blonde, though 🙂

    Reply
  151. mai says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    Sister’s baby shower today – can’t wait to see all my cousins again!

    Reply
  152. Zmama says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:56 pm

    This would make my mothers day! Happy weekend!

    Reply
  153. Y. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 2:56 pm

    the most i’ve ever done was subtle smoky eyes, (not too dark) with a berry red lip gloss
    but im too scared of a bright red lip or strong dark smoky eyes!

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  154. Missy Narrance says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    I’d never be able to afford this. Thanks for the opportunity. 🙂

    Reply
  155. Denielle Cherie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:03 pm

    Ruby Woo is my red lipstick of choice.

    Reply
  156. Ashley Miller says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:04 pm

    I can’t wait for summer to wear bold lips!

    Reply
  157. Brooke says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    I’m a natural redhead (more strawberry blondeish), but I have been dying my hair all various colors of red since I was 13. However, just recently did I “break” the “myth” for myself that redheads can’t wear red lipstick. You just have to find the right one! After years of trying red lips and them not quite looking “right,” I finally found Laura Mercier’s Mistress. LOVE it, and it’s the red they use on Joan Holloway in Mad Men, so that’s an added perk! 🙂

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  158. Isabel says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    I think red lips look really elegant, but I feel too meek to be able to properly pull it off..
    i have started wearing more colors for my eyes- like light purples or soft pinks…

    Reply
  159. katrina says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    I am obsessed with braiding hair!! Right now I am teaching myself to do a five strand french braid 🙂

    Reply
  160. Anaïs says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    I sometimes like listening to old No Doubt CDs – throws me right back to high school 😉

    Reply
  161. Agata says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    I have never worn a red lipstick, maybe when I was like 7 playing with my mom’s make up 🙂 Red only works on nails for me!

    Reply
  162. Anna says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    Craving fluffy pancakes from the North Star cafe.

    Reply
  163. MJ says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    Mariah Carey’s Butterfly album always takes me back to middle school and the early years of my relationship with my boyfriend

    Reply
  164. Tiffanie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    Any late ’90s Morissette song takes me back to high school.

    Reply
  165. Letitia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    This would be the perfect Mothers’ Day gift!

    Reply
  166. Amy Z says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    Still looking for the perfect red for my sometimes-ashy-yet-tan Asian skin, anyone have suggestions?

    Reply
  167. Grace says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    I absolutely live MAC’s hug me lipstick! I’m all out 🙁

    Reply
  168. Chloe says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    I Love your blog 🙂

    Reply
  169. rosa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:17 pm

    It’s a beautiful day!! Love your blog!

    Reply
  170. Caitlin says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    I can’t wait to try my Guerlain sample lipstick from Sephora! Should be here by Tuesday.

    Reply
  171. Emily says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    I would love to use this gift card for the Naked 2 palette! I’ve been dreamin of owning it for months!

    Reply
  172. Coral says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    Today is my last day of vacation and I refuse to acknowledge it.

    Reply
  173. Sadhana says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:44 pm

    I would love to rock a bold lip….but I am a coward, haha

    Reply
  174. Mary says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:44 pm

    Right now, I have a truly lovely shade of blue in my hair, and I am currently anxiously awaiting my very first Birchbox.

    Reply
  175. kalcedon says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    I’ve never had red hair. I may do a darker, warmer-browner version sometime, though.

    Reply
  176. Elizabeth says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    I loved Garbage and their albums! I have also heard they’re coming out with a new album.

    Reply
  177. Lacey J. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    I love your site. I’ve just recently found it within the last month or two and I already have compiled a list of products I want to try. I’ve always envied Shirley Manson and thought oh wonderful it would be if I could pull of smokey eyes and red lips like that. I’ve even considered dying my hair red, but alas… I am just not as awesome as she. My holy grail red lipstick is Nars Mascate! It is so vampy. I love it but hardly wear it because there are very few days I feel that intense! lol

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  178. Amy P says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    Perfect mother’s day gift 🙂

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  179. Elaine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    I’m looking into buying a blonde and pink wig so I can rock a crazy hairstyle without permanent commitment 🙂

    Reply
  180. Mary Katharine says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    I love a bold lip, but for me I have to put on a perfect foundation, or my whole face looks splotchy!

    Reply
  181. Hillary says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:56 pm

    I love Shirley Manson. I saw Garbage in concert circa ’96 and her style totally changed my style from then on. I’ve seen Garbage about 5 times since then. They put on a great show.

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  182. mrsshukra says

    May 12th, 2012 at 3:59 pm

    Watching Immortals DVD now!

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  183. Amanda Sakovitz says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    right now I have brown hair with red highlights. I love a bold lip! I usually go light on the eyeshadow when I do it.

    Reply
  184. Tran says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    I’ve never actually tried red lips yet! I usually do my smokey eyes with a muted lip

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  185. Jenny says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    Yeah, I’m actually in my red hair phase right now. It’s not too red – more of a dark burgundy. Blends with my natural dark brown pretty well. Just gives it a nice tint. I don’t think I could ever go crazy flamin red though. Not my style. Anyway, hope you’re having a good one!

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  186. Nina T says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:07 pm

    Love bold red lips and smoky eyes especially date nights with hubby!!!

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  187. Kayla says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:14 pm

    I usually prefer lip stains or just simple lip balm… But when I am in the mood for a red lipstick, I go for MAC Russian Red. And I have no problem pairing it with dramatic eyes :] I’m never one for a smokey eye but I do like to do a more dramatic pin-up look, with a really heavy wing.

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  188. Vnssa906 says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:21 pm

    Isn’t the mind awesome! We can remember lyrics from way back when but cant remember if I need milk lol

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  189. Toby says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    I haven’t listened to much Garbage, but Shirley Manson was amazing in The Sarah Connor Chronicles. I’m still in mourning over that show.

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  190. Let says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    My favorite red is Fyrinnae Sweetest Poison. It’s not a lipstick, but also not a lipgloss 🙂

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  191. laurie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:37 pm

    Contest aside, I really do LOVE reading your blog!

    Reply
  192. sweeks1980 says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:39 pm

    I love Clinique’s Angel Red lipstick. It is what I like to think of as 1940s Hollywood red 🙂

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  193. Jess says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    Music that reminds me of school: BACKSTREET BOYS!!!

    Reply
  194. GenesisCal says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:51 pm

    I’m too much of a wimp to wear red lipstick

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  195. Petunia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    having a tough time- maybe i need a new lippie!

    (it always helps, some)

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  196. elia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    I love Shirley’s style, my friend and I love singing…”I’m only happy when it rains…im only happy when itscold outside…” and red lips are nice but hard to find the right shade. For yourself!

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  197. Stephanie Fraval says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    I love Tabs.

    Reply
  198. Jenn says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:06 pm

    I FINALLY tried the chai latte from Panera that you recommended in a blog posts months (or possibly even years) ago. DELICOUSNESS!!!

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  199. Audrey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    I’ve never had red hair, but I want to! Karen Gillan from Doctor Who has the most GORGEOUS red hair (well, and gorgeous everything else too). She and Christina Hendricks really make me wish I was a redhead!

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  200. Laura says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    I love rocking a red lip! My favorite shade is Box by Illamasqua, and it’s flattering on any skin tone. Just such a classic red.

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  201. Rho says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:11 pm

    The closest I came to dying my hair red was a rinse called Black Cherry. It only looked reddish in the sunlight. I’m too fickle about my hair to commit to permanent color lol

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  202. Makeup Morsels says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    Ellis Red would probably be my favorite, although I do have my eye on the red from that Kate Moss x Rimmel collection! Thanks for holding this giveaway 🙂

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  203. Suzi says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    Got legendary black pro long wear eyeshadow and I love it! I absolutely love the pro long wear formula

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  204. Ariel says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    I’ve never tried a red lip! I still haven’t found the courage to attempt it

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  205. Louise @ A Little Beauty Luxury says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    I think you’re officially makeup- obsessed when the highlight of your day is finding a limited edition MAC blush you thought was sold out at the mall! 🙂

    Reply
  206. Ceci says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    Writing an essay. Squeezing the words out.

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  207. Toni says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:32 pm

    I just added turquoise highlights in my hair! (:

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  208. Soo says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:35 pm

    I’ve actually never worn a red lip out! I’ve done bold looks before, but I mainly focus on the eyes and haven’t done a bold lip in what feels like forever.

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  209. Ivy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    I tend to prefer smokey eyes OR red lips, not both — it just looks overwhelming on my features.

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  210. Rach says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    I love red lips and wish there were more opportunities for me to wear bold looks!

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  211. Jonnelle says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:40 pm

    I’ve had red and pink hair!

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  212. Katherine G says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:43 pm

    I LOVED Garbage as a kid, and have that album! Can’t believe someone else loves them as much as I do! Hope you are having a wonderful Saturday, and I think it’s really sweet of you to do these Sephora giveaways!

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  213. Jenn says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:43 pm

    I’m thinking about coloring my hair for the summer, but it seems like such a big commitment to me. Hopefully I’ll get it did before summer comes in full swing!

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  214. Nina says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:47 pm

    i love macarons 😀

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  215. Chanelle says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    It’s lyme disease awareness month! Not enough people know how harmful and horrific chronic late stage lyme is.

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  216. Ris says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    I haven’t been able to find the right smoky eye that doesn’t make me look like a raccoon, so I haven’t been brave enough to rock it. Yet. 😀

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  217. Ashley H says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    Nope no red hair but would love to try some color!

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  218. Ali says

    May 12th, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    I’m a natural red head!

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  219. Shana says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:02 pm

    I do red lips and smokey eyes, but not together

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  220. Renee says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    Listening to Only Happy When It Rains right now 🙂

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  221. Mylie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    I would love to be the lead singer of any band!!! If I knew how to sing… lol

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  222. Wenz says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:16 pm

    Ah Karen, whenever I get a chance to go for a bold lip or smokey eye I do!!
    My hair is back to being 100% au natural curly sue! My days of crazy coloring are over… but I channel that into makeup & nail polish!!!!

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  223. Ashleigh says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:20 pm

    i went to see the avengers with my bf and his family, and it was amazing!

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  224. Erica says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:24 pm

    So many pretzels, so little time.

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  225. Alexandra Stefan says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    I’m a coral lipstick kinda girl! 🙂 and i had pinkish-coral hair for 1 year!
    Thanks, xx

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  226. Martha says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    Have a
    good weekend everyone!

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  227. Tina Renee says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:39 pm

    Billy Squier “Don’t Say No” reminds me of high school (1981-1983). To say I wore this album out is an understatement! Who can forget his biggest hit The Stroke? I have to admit I still like this music! Ahh…the memories…

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  228. Tina Renee says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:41 pm

    tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/warp65/status/201487053752512513

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  229. Rosa Abelino says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:45 pm

    Hi Karen! Hope I win..so many things I want to buy at Sephora..my wish list is huge!

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  230. Rita says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:45 pm

    I love your blog and I really want to win! Dreaming about the Narciso Rodriguez perfume I’m going to get. 😉

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  231. Lisa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    I love your questions for giveaways! Yeh. Of course I love strong lips with smokey eyes, but mostly in the fall and winter. If the lid is mostly black and grey i think red lips look great. I am blonde and it works for me. Go Sephora.

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  232. Shelly says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    Thank you for the giveaway Karen! =]

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  233. Lisa B. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    I’ve had red highlights before…but it was a long time ago…and I am still a little scared of bold red lips!

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  234. Judy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 6:57 pm

    Bought half a dozen of fancy croissants from my favourite patisserie to share with my mom over tea! Pistachio dark chocolate, apple walnut, almond chocolate, and the simplest but perhaps the most delicious pain au chocolat! The result: we both overate. 😀

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  235. Hohe says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    I love to wear a bold lip! My go to red lipstick is Viva Glam I.

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  236. SSB says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:07 pm

    I’m still on the hunt for my perfect red. Anyone have any suggestions for a not pinkish, yet not too orangey red?

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  237. Nina says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:11 pm

    I dye my hair a reddish tint using henna.

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  238. Jane says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    I painted my nails with Chanel Peridot last Sunday night and they haven’t chipped yet! Shouldn’t say that. I’ll jinx myself. It’s about time for me to win. .. it will happen some day!

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  239. Rikki says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:15 pm

    I just finished watching Triple Dog. Terrible movie.

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  240. Jillian says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:19 pm

    I am too afraid of bright lipsticks! I think they look great on other people. But I feel like I look crazy!

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  241. Marilyn says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:27 pm

    All of the above….
    Red lips and smokey eyes…check (always)
    Leader of a rock band….sorta check… (I sing hip/rock/soul music)
    School reminding album…check (anything backstreet boy)
    Favorite red lip…check (mac lady danger or ruby woo)
    Red hair…..so check ( I have bright red now)
    LOL

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  242. Marisa Payne says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:27 pm

    “Milk” by Garbage is one of the most beautiful songs ever!

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  243. Brandy says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:36 pm

    Just made it in Hawaii 4 days ago!!!!!!And I am loving it!

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  244. Kelsey says

    May 12th, 2012 at 7:50 pm

    Do you do bold red lips and smokey eyes?
    No to both. I have very full, naturally pigmented lips, and I look like a clown with red lipstick. I also cannot seem to successfully master the quintessential smokey eye.

    Could you see yourself as the lead singer in a rock band?
    Lord, no! I can’t sing to save my life. Also I am very shy.

    What’s an album that reminds you of school?
    “Sugar Ray” reminds me of high school.

    What’s your favorite red lipstick of all time?
    See my answer to the first question…

    Have you ever had red hair?
    Yep! In college I had bright red fire engine red hair for a little while… then I bleached it, then dyed it brown… I experimented with different colors. 🙂

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  245. Missy M says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    So tired, but so much tv to catch up on

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  246. Betony says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:14 pm

    Garbage is touring this summer!

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  247. Stephanie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:15 pm

    I’ll kill to be the lead singer in a rock band.

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  248. Lori says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    I don’t have a favorite red lipstick. If the lipstick is red, bold, and sexy…I’ll definitely wear it!

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  249. Lia says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    My dog is really super cute and she doesn’t even wear make up. I wish I had eyes as naturally defined as hers. 🙂

    Reply
  250. Jennifer says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:29 pm

    It’s starting to feel like summer! 🙂

    Reply
  251. Atifa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    Currently going through a green-on-the-eyes obsession. LOVE!

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  252. Atifa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    Totally going through a -green-on-the-eyes obsession right now. LOVE!

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  253. Kett says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:40 pm

    I wore bright pink lipstick for the first time this week. Before I had always worn nudes because I didn’t want to stand out and didn’t think I could pull it off… but I actually liked it!

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  254. Lesleyk says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    My first year in college, Garbage opened for the Smashing Pumpkins and we saw the in concert. Wow, what a double bill! Phenomenal show! Shirley Manson is still pretty great, though; she was a super-cool baddie on Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles a few years ago.

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  255. virginie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:48 pm

    Hello, well maybe it’s sad…or not, but it’s a little late to start I think. I thought I’d share it with you tonight. I am turning 35 soon, mother of 2 beautiful children. All my life (well so far) wondering what I was made for?? To do as a living? Something that would passionate me, because this is the way I am, only can live thru passionating things and people, and I only understood and realized now, that I wanted to become a make up artist. I know already a lot, but don’t have the confidence to start something and say: “Hey, here is my card, I am gonna make you beautiful” even though I might have the skills, but perfectionist as I am, I know I want to go to school or something…I cannot even go to the gym;-)) My kids are my pride and joy but they take all my time and energy. And no, I have no aunty or grandma next to me to help. That’s it. i wish I could go back in time. Thanks for reading.

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    • Bridget says

      May 13th, 2012 at 12:10 pm

      Virginie~ follow your dreams!!!! Even if it means looking for a part-time artist’s gig at Ulta or Sephora to get your feet wet. I have been in the industry for about 10 years (I’m turning 38 this year) and from the bottom of my heart I would say that you have the passion that people are looking for when they are interviewing. If you have a natural knack for makeup, many places like that are willing to train. Trust me…just because one graduates from beauty school doesnt mean that they are a great makeup artist!!! I’m asked all the time where I went to school but I’ve never gone to beauty school, I just always loved playing with makeup & someone took the time to help develope that talent. Please let me know I can help in any way…btw from one mom to another…HAVE AN AWESOME DAY TODAY! You sound like such a GREAT MOM!!! 😉

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  256. eight says

    May 12th, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    Garbage is a band I’ll sometimes pop on too and rock out to all the tracks. Love!

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  257. MelodyJ says

    May 12th, 2012 at 9:02 pm

    Still looking for a great red. I love the old movie glamour feel of red lipcolor.

    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

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  258. Carissa says

    May 12th, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    i was at uc davis today! i went to the whole earth festival, which i love to visit every year! (i’m an alumni like you!)

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  259. Regan says

    May 12th, 2012 at 9:27 pm

    Wish I was brave enough to try a dark red!

    Reply
  260. Vanessa C. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 9:32 pm

    Loving this Chicago Spring weather ~~ 🙂

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  261. blauriche says

    May 12th, 2012 at 9:51 pm

    But it’s my birthday!

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  262. Dhavi says

    May 12th, 2012 at 9:55 pm

    It is finally feeling like summer here in Seattle!!

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  263. Marija says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    I love giveaways! And it’s also a great way to find new great blogs!

    Reply
  264. raina99 says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:02 pm

    I just saw Avengers in 3D. First 3D movie for me. All I can saay is WOW.Awesome movie!

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  265. Denise says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:07 pm

    I’ve had red hair before. Had my whole head dyed this awesome red shade that washed out too fast. Oh, and until last month, I rocked red bangs. As in red, really red Manic Panic Vampire Red bangs 🙂

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  266. Makenzie Mullens says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:11 pm

    I love makeup but i do foster care so i cant afford getting makeup

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  267. Fannie says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:18 pm

    Yay giveaway! I usually rock the smokey eye at LEAST once a week. It’s my go to. I red lips don’t really do so well on me, so I usually go for a bold pink instead 🙂 Album that reminds me of school? The Rushmore soundtrack 🙂

    xo!

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  268. Kim Law (kimmydadiva) says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:25 pm

    My birthday is coming up soon…Gemini’s stand up!!

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  269. Liz says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:25 pm

    I’m totally obsessed with The Avengers right now! Mmm eye candy

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  270. Janet says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:30 pm

    I’ve just recently listened to Return To Innocense by Enigma! Love catching up with old songs 🙂

    Reply
  271. varsha says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:36 pm

    Yay,its summer here in Seattle and we are off for a beach vacation next weekend..cant wait!! 🙂

    Reply
  272. Kristina says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    Fave red lipstick is Heartless from the MAC Venomous Villans collection.

    Reply
  273. Jarucha says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Watching Nuggets lose to the Lakers and it sucks! Rooting for Thunders to take the Lakers out now!

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  274. Donna Fuller says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:46 pm

    Ok after reading this … I have had this darn song in my head and it won’t go away …lol…. Just the same old couple lyrics .. But couldn’t remember the name of the song …or nothing else… Lol
    Do you have an opinion?
    A mind of your own?
    I finally found it on iTunes !! Yay… “special”….I love it when I haven’t heard a song in forever …. And u think back… It’s like a “wow” moment ….:)

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  275. Andrea Rumley says

    May 12th, 2012 at 10:53 pm

    I love Dior snow bb cream!

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  276. terry says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    mother’s day today!!=DDD

    Reply
  277. Juliet says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:03 pm

    Illamasqua blush Hussy is amazing!

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  278. Denniesha says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    I don’t wear any make up except nail polish and I so wanted be a singer at one point of time but I cant sing ):

    Reply
  279. Shelby says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    I have never dyed my all of my hair red, but I did have some red streaks that I really miss!

    Reply
  280. Kiran says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:12 pm

    I have never done a full on smokey eyes. Loving the MAC pear glide eyeliners these days.

    Reply
  281. Pam says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    I did a smokey eye last year for a special event. (I had never done one before.) One of the MUAs at the temp MAC store helped identify the right colors and taught me how to apply.

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  282. Maya says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:19 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂

    Reply
  283. Sara says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:21 pm

    Why does gold eyeshadow always look so crazy on me?

    Reply
  284. Roxanna harris says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:32 pm

    Love red lips anytime of year!!

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  285. Roxanna harris says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:33 pm

    Would love to win this!

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  286. Joy P. says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:34 pm

    I tend to shy away from bold colors. I haven’t worn any red lippies when I go out but I’ve tried them at home!

    Reply
  287. Sarrah says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    I love Sephora!

    Reply
  288. Allie Messineo says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    I FINALLY started wearing lipstick after 22 years! I’ve always thought it didn’t look good on me but now I wear reds, pinks, corals, all colors! and I’ve dyed my hair probably every color in the book. =)

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  289. Talya says

    May 12th, 2012 at 11:45 pm

    coffee!

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  290. Nou says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:06 am

    i love love red lips… and i believe you do whatever you want according to what you feel like that day… sometimes i wear just bb cream, red lips, and mascara… sometimes i go for the retro look… sometimes i go all out and vampy…

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  291. Jean Clare says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:10 am

    Doggystyle and The Chronic. Yep, I grew up in LA. Such classic beats. Love your blog!

    Reply
  292. Vanessa says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:17 am

    I’m so excited! I just bought the cutest wrapping paper to wrap my mothers day present in for my mom! 😀

    Reply
  293. Cathy says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:24 am

    I wanna win. I need some new goodies from Sephora. =)

    Reply
  294. Jane says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:49 am

    First time entering. I saw someone post something about Avengers. Can I just add I’m in love in Hawkeye’s arms? LOL! Thor’s too. And I just generally love all of Captain America. So much eye candy!!!!!!

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  295. Solangel says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:17 am

    Ooh I’d be awesome as a lead singer 😀

    Reply
  296. Bec says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:22 am

    I’m going out to buy flowers for my mother today!

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  297. Bonnie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:36 am

    I’ve tried dyeing my hair red myself, but since my natural color is black, the red tint was visible only under sunlight.

    Reply
  298. shusheshe says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:26 am

    One of my makeup brushes just gave up the ghost this morning; I’m glad I have a backup already!

    Reply
  299. Audrey H. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:28 am

    The weather is here has been almost chilly lately, odd for this time of yrar. Thanks for this fun giveaway!

    Reply
  300. Sue C. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:29 am

    Closest I’ve gotten to red hair was some red highlights in the past and that was fun. I don’t think I’ve ever owned a red lipstick – kind of scary for me. I remember my mom trying to find the perfect red lipstick for herself and she tried so many and never found it, but maybe she’s still looking. Maybe that’s what scares me, the never-ending search for the perfect red lipstick.

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  301. Marjie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:44 am

    Christina Aguilera’s ‘Stripped’ is the album that reminds me of school- I listened to it so much that I wore out 2 copies of the CD (this was back before ipods :)) I am excited to give my mom her Mothers Day present tomorrow, I bought her the Joan Holloway and Betty Draper Barbies- not practical but super fun!

    Reply
  302. Yesenia says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:02 am

    Currently eyeing so many things at Sephora, especially some gel eyeliner to try with a bold red lip!!!!

    Reply
  303. Maureen says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:10 am

    I hope everyone has a great Sunday!

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  304. Nicole says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:43 am

    Going through a huge lip butters phase, I’m really loving them right now with the spring colors. Have a lovely day everyone! Xx Nicole

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  305. JMay says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:55 am

    I have never done bold red lips and smokey eyes!

    Reply
  306. Hazel says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:10 am

    I love Sephora’s new pantone collection. So pretty! Love your blog, Karen!

    Reply
  307. Vicki says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:18 am

    I once had a dream that I was in the Pussycat Dolls and performing at an arena. I really enjoyed it, strutting my stuff on stage – never gonna happen in real life!

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  308. Nicole says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:23 am

    I have yet to find a red lipstick that flatters me. Bold lips seem to overpower my face.

    Reply
  309. julie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:32 am

    My first and still fav red lipstick is covergirl hot. I do have a mac cruella deville red but it is harder for me to work with.

    Reply
  310. Meya says

    May 13th, 2012 at 5:04 am

    I wanted to love the NARS TM but it broke me out :(. I was so sad (first world problem) lol. I have tried Lorac and am currently using Laura Mercier but I want to try another.

    Also, I’m on the hunt for the perfect red lippie for my NC43 skin.

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  311. Anne-Sophie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:03 am

    Shirley is beautiful ! I like her makeup, she has such a great one ! 🙂 And I like her originality (as well as her music)

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  312. Procrastinator says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:07 am

    My favourite look of all time is a bronze smokey eye. It’s too flattering to go out of style!

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  313. Emilee says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:09 am

    I’ve been dyeing my hair red for almost 10 years now!!

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  314. Paige says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:15 am

    I went through a phase in high school where I wore matte red lipstick all the time, which happened to coincide with an awkward dating phase. Now I can’t bring myself to touch anything bolder than, say, champagne. I think I have red-lipstick-induced flashbacks 🙂

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  315. jen johnson says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:18 am

    I’ve always wanted to have Ariel red hair but have blonde and it’s too hard to go back. I read the funniest tweet this week saying, ”the most important lesson i learned from little mermaid is to never sign a contract without understanding the terms!”

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  316. BeckBeck says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:20 am

    I totally always wanted to be the singer in a rock band – I just never found a band that would have me!

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  317. Sophia says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:24 am

    I love hearing songs from the past! I just recently turned 30. My friend and I put together a “soundtrack to my life” choosing one song from 1982 to 2012 and handed out to my friends. It’s great to get a boat from the past and we are working on volume 2!

    Reply
    • Sophia says

      May 13th, 2012 at 6:26 am

      Oops I meant “blast from the past”

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  318. Christy says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:29 am

    Just moved back home from college yesterday! This post hit home! Hoping for good things in the “real world”!

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  319. Jo says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:31 am

    Ello, i was wondering, what made u start doing ur awesome blogs?

    I’m following u as @joO_Official
    Tweeted https://mobile.twitter.com/#!/JoO_Official/status/201664941747478530

    thanks for the giveaway!

    -Jo

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  320. Rai says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:48 am

    I love Sephora!

    Reply
  321. Danielle says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:49 am

    I *tried* to have slightly auburn hair last fall and it was kind of an epic failure/hair disaster. Luckily I had it professionally done and my stylist is so wonderful she didn’t stop “correcting” it until I was happy with my hair again. She told me the next time I ask for red she is going to take me out for a drink to calm me down from the crazy talk. lol

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  322. Abigail C says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:51 am

    I’ve entered every sephora give away so far my luck is the worst lol I love ur blog so I’m Okay with not winning ur vlog definitely makes up for it lol.

    Reply
  323. sara says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:54 am

    Luv red hair, but washes out so quickly:(

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  324. Pemily says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:54 am

    Woot woot gift card

    Reply
  325. Caitie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:02 am

    I find red lips the hardest to pull off. I’ll do a bold fuchsia or hot pink, no problem, but red always looks off to me! Maybe I just haven’t found the right one yet…

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  326. Tamara says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:02 am

    Can one really choose a favourite red? I adore Chanel’s Dragon, Make Up For Ever’s Moulin Rouge & MAC’s Ruby Woo. Even with those three there are more.. LOL

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  327. Daniella says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:04 am

    I can’t do a smoky eyes and red lipstick look, while I love it it’s just too aging on me!
    I have dyed my brown hair auburn for years, so fake redhead here!

    Reply
  328. Tiffany says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:10 am

    I wish there were a true to pan purple eyeshadow! Sigh, a girl can dream….

    Reply
  329. Mindy M. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:12 am

    Version 2.0 is one of my favorite CDs. It came out when I was in junior high school and it has definitely stood the test of time!

    Reply
  330. April says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:14 am

    Found some goodies at my local Cosmetic Conpany Store outlet yesterday! MAC holiday 2011 is there now!

    Reply
  331. Liz says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:15 am

    Happy Mother’s Day!

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  332. Ann says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:15 am

    Today my husband took my son and left me in the house with peace and quiet. Best Mother’s Day gift ever!

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  333. Ashleigh Walls says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:17 am

    I had red hair once it was a nice bold color. I miss it so!

    Reply
  334. D says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:33 am

    I’m looking for a good eye cream for fine lines and dark circles…… it’s been a week since i started looking for a good one haha

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  335. quimerula says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:37 am

    Happy Mother’s day!

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  336. Dawn Peacher says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:37 am

    Loved when I dyed my hair red, now you got me thinking about doing it again !!

    Reply
  337. kirsten says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:38 am

    i am starting to love colourful eyeliner!

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  338. Rachel says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:43 am

    I put items I’m lusting over in my sephora cart — it’s almost $500 worth! Would love to knock some of that out! 😉

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  339. Debbie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:48 am

    I dye my hair read!

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  340. Sarah says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:49 am

    I’ve only done full on red lips for costumes.

    Reply
  341. Christin says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:50 am

    I soo wanna win this! Love Sephora ♥

    Reply
  342. Sue says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:53 am

    Sephora just opened in our mall. Would love to go in for first time with gift card in hand!!

    Reply
  343. Melissa Carla says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:00 am

    Yay, excited for another giveaway!

    Reply
  344. Amie F says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:01 am

    I like smokey eyes but red lips are usually too much for me.

    Reply
  345. Jess says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:11 am

    Ive recently gone from blonde (highlights) to auburn. I love it but it’s so hard to keep the red from fading!! Especially after years of highlights. Any shampoo recommendations for keeping the red longer?

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  346. Sandy says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:19 am

    Funny you should mention old albums today, I just pulled out my old Cars albums yesterday and listened to them while making pancakes for breakfast. It brought back memories from high school days and I still remembered the words too. I should do that more often!

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  347. Christy O says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:22 am

    Going to see Avengers … again. I’ve never given my money twice to a film but I will happily do so for Captain Sexypants.

    Reply
  348. Erica says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:23 am

    I’ve been following you for a year now, and I absolutely love your blog! I wish I could pull of red lips, unfortunately they’re not for me. But I wear eyeliner wherever I am!

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  349. Kay says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:25 am

    I’ve always wanted to dye my hair red…

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  350. Amanda says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:25 am

    Happy Mother’s Day! I’m up at the crack of dawn to drive out to the airport to get my mommy a rope pikake lei! 🙂

    Reply
  351. Sarah C says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:29 am

    I like bold lips and smoky eyes, but not together! Pick one or the other (:

    Reply
  352. Catherine Watkins says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:29 am

    I love a bold red lip with a champagne, taupe smokey eye and false lashes. It makes me feel so beautiful like an old movie start. So believe me, if I won this giftcard, I’d be picking up a few new shades of red.

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  353. Barbara says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:42 am

    Loved Garbage and saw Shirley Manson back in the day!

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  354. Lauren Sutherland says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:50 am

    I’m getting ready to cast some phalange rings in my metalsmithing shop!

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  355. Debsters says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:53 am

    I want a gift card!

    Reply
  356. Sarah says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:55 am

    The best lip shade that’s worked for me is Estee Lauder Pink Berry.

    Reply
  357. Jennifer says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:56 am

    I have trouble pulling off red but I like Revlon Lipbutters in Cherry Tart and Red Velvet.

    Reply
  358. Kristi says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:57 am

    I adore bright red lips on others! I am slowly dipping my toes in the red lipstick ‘pool’! Learning to be brave & take chances!

    Reply
  359. Melissa says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:06 am

    Happy mother’s day! Hope Tabs gifts you with pleanty of cuddles!

    Reply
  360. Hannah says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:15 am

    Hey Karen, Shirley Manson has recently gone solo! She was featured in Elle’s latest music issue! Awesome that she’s still making music. 🙂

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  361. Janet says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:22 am

    Red lips! Ahhhh, love them. Fave red is MAC Red. So bold and retro. Funny thing is I used to get made fun of my full lips now I love showing them off. Take that bullies! 😉

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  362. Sara says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:34 am

    I’ve always had red hair lol but it has gone from strawberry blonde to a darker shade over the years. and something wierd about it is that it’s actually lighter underneath than on top where the sun would hit it.. at least I think that’s strange.

    Reply
  363. Sabrina says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:35 am

    Hi! I just recently purchased my very first MAC eyeshadow in ‘All that Glitters’! I absolutely adore it! 🙂 Thanks for this giveaway!

    Reply
  364. meghan says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:36 am

    Thanks for the giveaway! I love Version 2.0, but the first Garbage album is still my forever favorite. Oh and MAC Brave Red lipstick is my jam red lippie, it’s just perfect for my skin tone!

    Reply
  365. Melissa says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:40 am

    I’m starting my new job at Macy’s this week in the makeup department 🙂 I finally quit the job I loathe going to everyday and found something that will make me happy. I’m super excited!

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  366. cb says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:46 am

    Love that cd as well!

    Reply
  367. Beauty and the Scientist says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:57 am

    I want the Clarins Enchanted Summer palette in my life, like ASAP!!!

    Reply
  368. SplashDashAsh says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:59 am

    I’d love to enter – I’ve been wanting to try some BITE Beauty lipsticks for a while! Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  369. Liz K says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:10 am

    Getting ready to see mom for mother’s day and can’t decide what to do with my makeup 🙂 Happy Moms day everyone

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  370. Jane says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:10 am

    At the wedding I was in yesterday my friend Rebekah wore a beautiful red lipstick and rocked it with a bright yellow dress. She’s my idol. I could never pull that off!

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  371. Simon says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:13 am

    I love my girlfriend’s natural lip colour so a lipstick for her would just be to enhance them a bit

    Reply
  372. Allison says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:27 am

    Hi Karen,

    Thanks for holding this contest. If I won the eGift Card, I would buy a Clarisonic or some NARS products. Love NARS blushes.

    Reply
  373. Roslyn says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:35 am

    Thank you for the giveaway!

    Reply
  374. Malaka says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:38 am

    I love a bold red lip and smokey eyes. Maybe not at the same time but I love the look.

    Reply
  375. Laci says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:45 am

    My current obsession is bright pink lips with a neutral eye. 😀 Sadly I’ve never been able to pull off red lips that well.

    Reply
  376. TrippyPixie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:46 am

    Whenever I listen to My Chemical Romance’s album “Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge” or Green Day’s album “American Idiot”, I always think of middle school. (Yes, that gives you an idea of my age…) It wasn’t the best time of my life, but those albums completely changed how I viewed music. Before, I would listen to pop, but after that, I became a sucker for alternative, rock, and metal.

    Reply
  377. Prady says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:55 am

    I swatch my make up so many times, I feel I’ll finish half the stuff only swatching! Does is happen with everyone here??

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  378. Darlene says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:28 am

    Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there 🙂

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  379. Katrina says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:38 am

    My 4th mother’s day. Boy times flies!

    Reply
  380. Deb Esling says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:54 am

    I’m pretty basic when it comes to skincare and makeup. Since I work at home and have a young’un, I don’t get out much! 🙂 But would love to have some new products to experiment with.

    Reply
  381. Ana Ribeiro says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:55 am

    Happy Mother’s Day to the cat and dog moms out there too! 🙂

    Reply
  382. Melodyy says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:58 am

    I love red lipstick 🙂 MAC’s Ruby Woo is beautiful. I’ve had red hair before, but the maintenance was a nightmare!

    Reply
  383. Lisa says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    I died my hair red once. Unfortunately, it looked really terrible on me.

    Reply
  384. Rae // theNotice says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:32 pm

    Loving the sound of the Dior Eye Glosses that you posted about on Friday – what an innovative format!

    Reply
  385. Amy says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    I brought my mom, who had never wear any make-up before, to Sephora for the VIB makeover.
    Happy mother’s day to all the moms!

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  386. irini says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:35 pm

    Just broke up 🙁

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  387. Alix says

    May 13th, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    I’ve had red hair before, but never for very long — the color washes right out!

    Reply
  388. Sara P. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:01 pm

    What a lovely day outside!!

    Reply
  389. Molly SC says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:08 pm

    Loving a gold-green smoky eye right now

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  390. Katie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:16 pm

    Hell yeah, I love my super-dark smoky eyes with equally-vampy red lips. I never understood the “either do your eyes or do your lips” rule. Go big or go home, right?

    Reply
  391. Denise says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    I’ve never gone full out red, but have done reddish highlights on my brown hair. I think anything more dramatic than that would be too much upkeep.

    Reply
  392. Maja Fabech says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    Im going green this summa in more than one way! I love the new earthy-green tones in sephoras summer eye-collection!

    Reply
  393. Katrin says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:25 pm

    as a teenager i had lots of different hair colors. pink, red, orange, green, blue….

    Reply
  394. sha T says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    hoping to get back my makeup habit!

    Reply
  395. Caitlin says

    May 13th, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    I love a good red lipstick. And even though it’s not the best match for my complexion – I prefer a orangey-red color!

    Reply
  396. Janet says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:07 pm

    I like to do smokey eyes with bold lips, no matter what they say!

    Reply
  397. Kelly in DC says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:13 pm

    I’m trying to decide if I want to go with classic red lips for my wedding, or Rosy cheeks and tinted or glossy lips. It’s hard to pick- I like both looks. I guess classic or youthful.

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  398. Mai says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    My current favorite red lipstick is Wet n Wild 911D in Stoplight Red!

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  399. Patty says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    I hope I win!! Current obsession: lipstick of all colors!

    Reply
  400. Lili says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    I’ve never been a redhead

    Reply
  401. Jaimee says

    May 13th, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    Coral lips are my fave at the moment!

    Reply
  402. tousledkitten says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    I’ve had red hair before but it’s too high maintenance.

    Reply
  403. Emily says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:29 pm

    I love bold lipstick but I am usually to shy to wear it in public.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      May 13th, 2012 at 3:30 pm

      *too

      Reply
  404. kaela says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:29 pm

    happy mothers day!!! i never win anything but i must return now to studying for med board exam scheduled for next week!!!

    Reply
  405. Liz says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    OMG you brought back some great memories for me. I was home on leave from the Navy when I found out Garbage had a new album out (Garbage 2.0) and had to go get it THAT DAY! I had enjoyed the heck out of their first one and wanted more.

    There really isn’t a specific album that brings back college for me, but some songs or groups sure do. Careless Whisper by Wham puts me right back to Freshman year. Ultravox, Roxy Music, the Eurythmics – all of them take me right back. 🙂

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  406. monika says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    Random thoughts inspired by last week postings- 1) Tazo has really good chai tea, the packet ones. All their teas are great, but chai is my fave. 2) If u are obsessed with ur eyelashes then Mac prime+prep eyelash serum is a must. I have been using one since september, every day and just now starting to run out. So worth the $30, my lashes are longer, fuller and stronger. And I get lots of comments on them. 3) Love Nars Mexican Rose lipgloss pencil. I discovered it here………Happy mothers day to all!

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  407. Nikki says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:52 pm

    I LOVE bold red lips and smoky eyes…I just Am too chicken to wear them.

    Reply
  408. auroragyps says

    May 13th, 2012 at 3:57 pm

    Version 2.0 is one album I always meant to get, but never did. I don’t know why either. because I love Garbage & Shirley Manson.

    Reply
  409. Katrina says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:23 pm

    Right now I’m loving coral lips for summer.

    Reply
  410. Alyson:) says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:32 pm

    I really think that Jemma Kidd Glossticks and Revlon’s new Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain chubby sticks are the best ideas evah! Oh and btw Essie’s Play Date should be a big summer color (a mature bright lavender)

    Reply
  411. BooBooNinja says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    I’m off to read all the links in your recent Weekly Roundups Post. 🙂

    Reply
    • BooBooNinja says

      May 13th, 2012 at 4:44 pm

      Squeeee! The Secret Kitten!!!!!!!

      Reply
  412. Kristen says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    I just got back from school and plan on spending tomorrow looking for beauty deals at sephora and target!

    Reply
  413. Karen M. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:43 pm

    Really enjoyed spending the day with my son and husband

    Reply
  414. Tracie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 4:55 pm

    I’m getting married in July!! 😀

    Reply
  415. Ariana says

    May 13th, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    I like just a bold lip and mascara super Parisienne 🙂

    Reply
  416. Tierra says

    May 13th, 2012 at 5:32 pm

    Oh I wish I was brave enough to rock a red lipstick!

    Reply
  417. chibicheeks says

    May 13th, 2012 at 5:34 pm

    My hair has been red, blue, pink, purple, white…

    Reply
  418. Bonnie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:07 pm

    Would love to do a smokey eye on my hazel eyes with mature skin

    Reply
  419. Supriya says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:08 pm

    Smokey eyes!!!

    Reply
  420. rosie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    LOVE Shirley Manson-and Gwen Stefani!!!! So excited that both Garbage and No Doubt have new albums coming out! Happy Mother’s Day!

    Reply
  421. Arianne says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    I hope Tabs treated you well today, cat mama! Scherbie gifted me some forced purrs. *sigh*

    Reply
  422. Nora says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    my fave red lipstick is revlon’s ravish me red! I think it’s discontinued, though :'(

    Reply
  423. Lucia W says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    Today is my B-DAY!! I hope to win this egift card from Sephora!!!! If didn’t get picked, but still cross my fingers 😀 hope one day I will win your prize!

    Reply
  424. Kir says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    Hi!It’s me again!Sephora gift card or not I’m glad to have met you!Take care!

    Reply
  425. Riley says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    Happy Mother’s Day!!

    Reply
  426. Kate says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:38 pm

    I love giveaways! 🙂 Hope you have a great evening!

    Reply
  427. Stephanie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:40 pm

    I love bold lipstick! Currently obsessed with purple lips & classic cat eyeliner 🙂 & yes I could picture myself being a lead singer for a rock band, I might not be that great of a singer but I play a mean air guitar 🙂

    Reply
  428. Amara says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    I love Sephora! My 21st birthday is on the 18th so hopefully that brings me some luck lol.
    I have been trying to do some research on BB creams. I usually use a tinted moisturizer rather than foundation since it works better with my dry skin. Would love to know some good brands that have SPF.Also, if a BB cream can replace a tinted moisturizer/foundation. Obviously it won’t have amazing coverage so a concealer will be needed.

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  429. Erica H says

    May 13th, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    I love bold red lips, but personally dont wear red lipstick. Red hair sounds so cool, but in my town every other teenage chick has red hair. Definitely don’t want to look like a teenager!

    Reply
  430. Jocelyn H says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:21 pm

    i love bright but only in the summer time. otherwise i use nudes or light peaches!

    Reply
  431. Shannon S. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:21 pm

    I love bold eyes with a more subtle lip..let the eyes do the talking @Byrdy1999

    Reply
  432. Rajee Pandi says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:34 pm

    I never tried Sephora before. Happy Mother’s Day

    Reply
  433. Halifax says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    Happy Mother’s Day, hope Tabs was good to you 🙂

    Reply
  434. Margaret says

    May 13th, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    Love bold red lipstick!!! NARS Jungle Red 🙂

    Reply
  435. knownever says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    happy mothers day! I know you’re only a cat-momma, but that counts too right?

    Reply
  436. SP NG says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    THanks for the giveaway! LOVE RED! be it attire or lipstick!

    Reply
  437. Danielle says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:14 pm

    I wish my hair were redder – I’m trying to avoid dying it.

    Reply
  438. Vikki M. says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    Great giveaway.

    Reply
  439. Emily Compton says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    I want to try red lips,but I’m too shy!!!

    Reply
  440. KaylaK says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:31 pm

    Zomg I love Garbage and Shirley!!! I only rocked smokey eyes and red lips at home..still working on the courage to walk outside with it yet! D: It’s funny you mention hair color … but I think back to high school and I always wanted to have blue hair! I always listen to heavy stuff like Rammstein, I was such a rebel then in high school! Oh I miss those days! Still kickin’ it in my college years now that I graduated officially from high school 6 years ago on the 19th! :/

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  441. Paula says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:48 pm

    Love your blog!

    Reply
  442. nekosan says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    Crayon-red hair, yes! I’ve only dyed my hair unnatural colors. =)

    Reply
  443. Rozae says

    May 13th, 2012 at 8:57 pm

    Think I’ll try a bold red lip tomorrow for work, red!

    Reply
  444. Liz says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:18 pm

    I’m currently on a blue eyeliner kick! I’ve been liner my eyes (top and bottom) with Urban Decay’s Binge and pairing it with nude lip pretty much every day this last week – I love the pop of color.

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  445. hazel says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    a friend from japan uses versace’s pour homme so i went to macy’s to smell it and it made me melt… would def love to use the gift card to buy and wear the cologne!

    Reply
  446. VictoriaJane says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:28 pm

    I still want to be Shirley Manson!

    Reply
  447. Katie says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:50 pm

    I love red lipstick – red is my favorite color, and it just makes me feel good to put it on. MAC Viva Glam I is my go-to. I recently found out I have a lot of allergies and sensitivities that make it hard for me to wear eye makeup or foundation, but luckily my lips are spared, so I’ve been trying out a lot of bold lip colors – I also love Illamasqua Kontrol (extremely purple!) right now.

    Reply
  448. Melissa says

    May 13th, 2012 at 9:51 pm

    Music that reminds me of high school. Totally garbage and hole. I guess it was the whole girls rock thing. My friend and I told our parents that we were going to be staying at each others houses, but we were really going to a party and camp outside afterwards. We were listening to hole, when her car died. Lucky for us, a cop saw us stranded and then…. Unlucky for us, insisted on getting us home. So our parents found out we lied… And well…busted! 🙂

    Reply
  449. Janelle says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:32 pm

    I do smokey eyes, but I don’t do bold red lips.

    Reply
  450. Inday says

    May 13th, 2012 at 10:43 pm

    Red hair is my favorite! Especially that fire engine red NOT found in nature, LoL. But the upkeep is too much work now that I’m older, hee hee.

    Reply
  451. marisol says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    For me, the best red lipstick is MAC’s O.

    Reply
  452. Carey says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:27 pm

    I am super into lip gloss right now.. Love pale pinks with glitter and also good old fashioned clear! My lips= my attitude

    Reply
  453. Hillary says

    May 13th, 2012 at 11:35 pm

    I love a bold, red lip. But I have to be careful because I have really pale skin and really dark thick eyebrows – so sometimes it can look a bit costumey/goth-y.

    Reply
  454. leetal says

    May 14th, 2012 at 5:09 am

    i know that the rule says to only do one bold feature at a time, but i’ve been told that it actually looks good on me when i do both.

    Reply
  455. DalaLuz says

    May 14th, 2012 at 8:02 am

    I don’t like that I have a major cold right now *snifff*

    Reply
  456. Stephanie C says

    May 14th, 2012 at 1:53 pm

    I needed a little bronzer this morning but failed to put any on. bleh.

    Reply
  457. Molly says

    May 15th, 2012 at 9:35 pm

    Interesting coincidence that you mentioned Garbage since I really liked their first album and I still think Shirley Manson is pretty b@d @ss, Lol. I was thrilled when she was a Terminator on the Laura Connor Chronicles. 🙂 Garbage is releasing a new album soon!

    I was in college in the mid 90’s too and used to wear Revlon Blackberry almost everyday! In ’98 I met a guy that hated the feel of anything on his lips so I stopped wearing lipstick for several years. By then gloss came back into style.

    I dyed my hair burgundy back then and it was a little too ‘blue’ of a red for me. This New Year’s Eve I dyed my hair red again but a more medium natural looking red. So far, so good. I’m naturally a dark blonde and people have told me the red looks nice.

    I know I’m too late for the contest but I wanted to add my 2 cents to memory lane, Lol 🙂

    Reply
  458. jeccica simpson says

    May 16th, 2012 at 11:44 am

    I am a redhead I am so into this orange phase, everything and anything orange!! thanks for a chance!

    Reply
  459. Maria says

    May 18th, 2012 at 11:12 pm

    Karen, im so obsessed with cupcakes lately. Seriously. Sooooooo yum. Are you a fan too? Do you have a favourite flavour? How good would a cupcake with ghirardelli chocolate be on it? Yum. Speaking of cupcakes, the beauty promo cupcakes some beauty events have are so cool. Benefit always have cute cupcakes for events. Ive seen bloggers talking about them and showing pics. Have you yourself had any good beauty promo cupcakes lately. Edible beauty logo = yay!

    xxxx

    Reply
  460. shannon thompson says

    May 19th, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    Im so obssessed with liquid black eye liner I got it tattooed on.
    So it gives me a line to get the perfect cat eye..

    dollhousecreation(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply

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