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7 Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card From Sephora! (Ends Monday)

August 2nd, 2014 by Karen 316 Comments

A Makeup and Beauty Blog giveaway

7 of the 25 new Guerlain KissKiss Lipsticks, $37 each
7 of the 25 new Guerlain KissKiss Lipsticks, $37 each

And now, the next thrilling installment of A TABBY IN SEPHORA — one cat’s quest to find a fabulous fur brightener. (Scroll down to the P.S. to reread Part 1.)

A TABBY IN SEPHORA: PART 2

Tabs checked the display for Urban Decay Fabulous Feline Fur Brightener one last time, peering behind the boxes of the Tortie and Orange Tabby shades in the front. His whiskers probed the back of the dark shelf.

“Mrow!” he barked. Nothing! This was totally unacceptable. It wasn’t so much about the fur brightener anymore. His fur was already striking and bright. He was more upset that Choupette was actively trying to sabotage him.

“Um, sir?” The sales associate gestured to him from behind the counter. Grumbling under his breath, Tabs walked over.

“So the order’s all set,” the associate said, peering down at Tabs through a pair of shiny black Warby Parker glasses. “It should be here Monday afternoon.”

Lovely, Tabs thought, his eyes narrowing. Monday. That would mean he wouldn’t have it for any of the kitty modeling parties this weekend.

“Oh!” the sales associate said, seeing something on her computer screen, “This is weird. There’s a note here that says to call someone named Choupette when we get more of the Tabby shade in stock.”

Tabs couldn’t believe his ears. Choupette had this whole thing planned out! She must have known that Tabs would hear about a new fur brightener from a big brand like Urban Decay and would visit the closest Sephora store to his house. She was cunning. Tabs had to give her that.

Suddenly, the spark of an idea. “Mrow?” Tabs asked, looking up at the associate. What about dogs?

“Dogs?” the associate replied. “What about them?”

“Meow-wow?” he said. Is there a version for dogs?

“Oh, of the fur brightener? Let me check.” She started typing on her keyboard. “Looks like, wait, yes, here! There is a version for dogs. Urban Decay Cute Canine Coat Brightener.”

Bingo! Tabs thought. If it comes in a version for black, gray and brown fur, it just might work. “Mrrrow?” he asked, keeping his paws crossed.

The associate’s eyes widened as she seemed to understand. “Ah,” she said, “let me check.”

Tabs could hardly contain his excitement. He started kacking uncontrollably like he did when he watched birds. If Tabs were to show up to Karl Lagerfeld’s party tonight with his fur even brighter than usual, Tabs would be the talk of the town tomorrow, and that would show Choupette who’s boss.

“Aha!” the sales associate said, looking victorious. “Yes, it does come in a shade for dogs with black, brown and gray fur.”

“Mrrrow,” Tabs said. Excellent.

–TO BE CONTINUED–

Good morning, glory! Happy caturday! I hope you liked that little story. Stay tuned for part 3, where we find out what happens at Karl’s party… 🙂

How’s it going this morning? What did you do last night? We came this close to going to see Guardians of the Galaxy, but then I wussed out. The thought of chilling out in pajamas and watching TV on the couch was too hard to resist.

We started watching a BBC psychological crime drama on Netflix called Luther, starring Idris Elba and WOW! It’s great. Every episode is like Silence of the Lambs. I’m not kidding. It’s that good. And scary. And intense.

Other than that, not much new to report. The only thing on my agenda for today is going for a run on the treadmill and spending time with Tabs and El Hub.

Good luck in this weekend’s giveaway. Have a great one, and I’ll talk to you soon.

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P.S. Mrow! If you missed it the first time around, here is part 1 of A TABBY IN SEPHORA.

A TABBY IN SEPHORA: PART 1

“Hello,” the sales associate said as Tabs entered the store. “Can I help you find something?”

“Meow…” Tabs replied, a little unsure. The sales associate smiled expectantly. Tabs knew that he wanted something to brighten his fur, but these stores were always so overwhelming to him. So many rows and rows and aisles and stacks of products taller than him. He didn’t know where to start.

The associate nodded. Tabs, as if on auto-pilot, moved deeper into the store, pulled by an unseen force. Fur brighteners, fur brighteners, fur brighteners, he reminded himself, trying to stay focussed.

Around him were dozens of displays with sparkling glass vials, vibrant posters and trays filled with pigmented products. A mix of perfumes filled the air.

Cats and cat ladies walked up and down the aisles, exploring the many treasures. Many chatted with sales associates. “This one is great for soft paws,” he overheard one of the associates say. She was standing beside a husky Russian Blue Tabs recognized from his neighborhood.

Tabs stopped in front of a display placed at cat eye level. New Urban Decay Fabulous Feline Fur Brightener! it read. “Meow,” he purr-chirped. Yes!

The display showed that it was available in eight colors. He saw Orange Tabby, Siamese, Tortie, and yes! Tabby too!

He pawed at the small boxes, looking for the shade, but there were none to be found. Shoot, he thought, I think they’re out.

“Meow?” he asked the nearest sales associate.

“Let me check,” she said, heading behind the counter. “Yeah, those have been really popular lately. It’s weird, a seal-point Ragdoll came in yesterday and purchased all of the ones in the Tabby shade we had in stock.”

Choupette! Tabs immediately thought. That cat was always trying to sabotage him.

“I’m sorry,” the sales associate said, “it looks like we’re completely out, but I can order one for you if you’d like.”

“Meow-rrow,” Tabs said. Yes, please. That would be great. There had to be a reason Choupette didn’t want Tabs to get his paws on that shade. A good reason, indeed.

–TO BE CONTINUED–

7 Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card From Sephora! (Ends Monday) / Originally published August 2nd, 2014

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  1. Lisa Brown says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 8:58 am

    i did not buy makeup this week 🙁

    Reply
    • Moomoo says

      August 2nd, 2014 at 11:38 am

      I bought Rimmel Natural bronzer in Sun dance this week but it doesn’t match my skin tone 🙁

      Reply
      • Amy says

        August 3rd, 2014 at 3:16 pm

        I didnt buy any make up either :/

        Reply
  2. ashley celikay says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:00 am

    I do not like to gamble at all. I gambled once after my 21st birthday and I lost 20 dollars and I thought ‘OMG I could have bought makeup with that’ Never again! lol

    Reply
  3. Melissa says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:02 am

    i love watermelon for a summer snack.
    its also a great scent! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Meg R says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:18 am

    Have you ever used a heated eyelash curler?

    Reply
  5. Almudena says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:19 am

    What is it happening with the weather? One day we are melting, the next is chilly as a fall day! I am not complaining about these last ones, don’t get me wrong!

    Reply
  6. Laura says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:19 am

    This week I bought three Kat Von D Studded Kiss lipsticks (Poe, Gothica, and Wonderchilde), a Clarisonic acne brush head, and a Sephora Kiss Me balm in 01 Creme Brulee – clear.

    Reply
  7. Gillian Pidler says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:21 am

    I’ve not bought any new make up yet this week but tomorrow I’m heading to Superdrug to pick up their B prepared primer, it’s currently on half price at £4.99!! Win!!

    Reply
  8. Vanessa says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:22 am

    OH gosh… I’ve been having a watermelon every week…

    Reply
  9. Ellen says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:42 am

    I’m very risk averse – no gambling for me!

    Reply
  10. Natalie M. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:44 am

    This week I bought the Stila In the Garden palette and Tarte Dollface blush. Trying to resist the urge to buy more. 🙂

    Reply
  11. Keri says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:45 am

    I am LIVING on watermelon this summer. It’s a godsend. I only wish I looked good in watermelon-colored lippies :/

    Reply
  12. Agata says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:47 am

    My favorite app right now is Couch to 5K. I started using it on Wed, it’s an app that’s supposed to train you ro run 5k in 9 weeks. I know 5k is not that impressive but I am not good at running so I think it’s a good start and I hope I can keep it up!

    Reply
  13. Alexis says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:56 am

    I was really bad this past week and went a little crazy on Urban Decay. I bought Perversion mascara, and of course I had to get Subversion to go with it. Then I could not contain my excitement for the Pulp Fiction Gunmetal Heavy Metal Glitter Liner. I have been wishing for years that they would make a black glitter liner! Wishes do come true! And lastly, I bought the Minx 24/7 Velvet eyeliner. I really just want one of everything that Urban Decay ever releases. A girl can dream, right?

    Reply
  14. Amy says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:05 am

    I was about to grab an Essence Matte Lip Cream, but I was worried I didn’t have enough money for taxes, so I decided against it.

    Reply
  15. Karen says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:25 am

    I am looking into buying some Kiko Milano water eyeshadow. They look very similar to the NARS dual intensity range, but significantly cheaper.
    Do you have any opinions about the water eyeshadow?
    The daring game range also looks great, I love the packaging (I am a sucker for cute packaging).

    Reply
  16. Alix says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:29 am

    Loving the cool, rainy weather.

    Reply
  17. Myan says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:31 am

    I recently got the NARS tinted moisturizer and I’m loving it!

    Reply
  18. Wendy@BlushandBarbells says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:38 am

    Yes to watermelon! I’m staying at a hotel and they have it at the breakfast buffet. Yum!

    Reply
  19. Erica M says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:46 am

    I once jumped off an overpass into a canal in Florida. Not sure how high it was, but it was pretty cray.

    Reply
  20. Icequeen81 says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:58 am

    I got a grey eye shadow fro a friend, we do a swap each year, we collect stuff for each other during the year.

    Reply
  21. Sarah W says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:00 am

    I got another lip butter in Berry Smoothie, I actually love it even more than expected!

    Reply
  22. Chelsea B says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:01 am

    Yes, I had a delicious watermelon and avocado salad!

    Reply
  23. Michelle says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:04 am

    I did get new makeup 🙂 I bought the Estee Lauder gift set from Nordstrom during their anniversary sale.

    Reply
  24. Rhoda K says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:08 am

    I got my first Memebox this week – LOVE IT!

    Reply
  25. Bertha says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:09 am

    This week I picked up one of the new Revlon Colorstay Moisture Stains (Really, Revlon? “Moisture Stain” is the best name you could come up with? Ugh!) which are pretty decent. Not quite as lovely as my beloved YSL Glossy Stains, but not bad and a fraction of the price!

    Reply
  26. Amber says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:09 am

    I’m currently waiting to pounce on the new OCC lip tars once they’re released!

    Reply
  27. Justine says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:09 am

    It’s not summer until I’ve eaten watermelon! Summer = watermelon all the time!

    Reply
  28. Laurinha says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:12 am

    YES!!!!!!! My Flat Out Fabulous arrived yesterday! Finnally!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    hahaha…..

    Reply
  29. Maria J. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:14 am

    This Week I bought 2 of the LE Wet N Wild Trios at my local drugstore because they were the only 2 of the bunch that were neutral colors, everything else was too vibrant & I didn’t see myself using those types of colors.

    Reply
  30. Sylvia says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:14 am

    I haven’t bought makeup for almost a month, but tomorrow I’m going to Sephora and want to check out the new Laura Mercier foundation and NARS eyeshadows.

    Reply
  31. kitsunec4 says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:15 am

    Just bought the MUFE Fall 2014 palette, can’t wait to play with the colors later this weekend…

    Reply
  32. Jennifer says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:15 am

    I recently picked up the Baby Lips in Rose Rush and absolutely love the smell and color! So refreshing.

    Reply
  33. Maren says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:15 am

    Someone I know gave me a nice tinted moisturizer she didn’t want. Yay!

    Reply
  34. Meg says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Thursday was my birthday, so I HAD to get some new makeup! The Tarte Rainforest After Dark Palette and the new Makeup Forever palette!

    Reply
  35. Kaitlyn says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:18 am

    for new make-up this week I got a kat von d lipstick in agatha and burberry highlighter in nude glow!

    Reply
  36. Dimana says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:19 am

    Highest jump into water was from mere 8meters haha :)) I have a fear from water though 🙂

    Reply
  37. bhevarri says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:20 am

    I’ve had some delicious watermelon this year!! 😀

    Reply
  38. Deborah K. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:21 am

    I bought a 30 pound watermelon this week. Sooo good!

    Reply
  39. Hollie H says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:23 am

    I haven’t bought any makeup this week and it makes me sad.

    Reply
  40. Zahra says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:25 am

    Nope didn’t buy any makeup this week. Did buy a new pair of eyelash curlers from Sephora a couple weeks ago!

    Reply
  41. Colleen Boudreau says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:26 am

    I haven’t had watermelon in a long time.

    Reply
  42. Megan says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:29 am

    I don’t like to gamble. Losing money isn’t a good feeling.

    Reply
  43. Terri says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:29 am

    I just got an app that scans the barcode of books and adds them to my classroom library. I’m so excited about it that it is a little sad 🙂

    Reply
  44. Shanita says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:29 am

    I love watermelon its great. My belated grandma grew them in her yard and they were the best ever. No store could ever compare to how good hers were. Ever summer when I was little we used to go where she lives to get fresh watermelon and brought home tons. Use to share them with other people as well for free. Good times!

    Reply
  45. Allison says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:32 am

    I hate losing my money gambling so I never do it!!

    Reply
  46. Doreena says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:32 am

    Hope everyone is having a great weekend! How do you get a pic in your avatar on here?

    Reply
  47. FARHEE says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:33 am

    I am obsessed with your Tabby, I want to get a Tabby so bad but my hubby hates cats 🙁

    Reply
  48. Michelle H. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:33 am

    I have had watermelon several times this year.

    Reply
  49. Kara says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:35 am

    I picked up a bunch of new lip products this week, including a Too Faced Lip Injection Color Bomb Lip Tint, a Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss and a Lancôme Rouge in Love Lipstick! 🙂

    Reply
  50. Anastasiya says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:35 am

    i did not buy makeup this week) so sad)

    Reply
  51. Casey says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:37 am

    Last week, a picked up the IT Cosmetics “Bye Bye Undereye” and “Hello Light” duo. The concealer is very thick, and my MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural looked a little cakey over it, so I picked up some of the E.L.F. HD under eye setting powder from Target yesterday. So far so good!

    Reply
  52. Lisa M. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:37 am

    I bought Japonesque luminous foundation and Essence gel eyeliner pencil. I have read some great things about the foundation, I hope it works for me.

    Reply
  53. shana says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:38 am

    Got a few new things this week, all drugstore. Went to a CVS and saw Wet N Wild was half off, so I got a few more megalast lipsticks, Comfort Zone and Silent Treatment palettes, Bikini Contest and Ticket To Brazil bronzers, and then two (new?) things I hadn’t seen before, blush/bronzers in Everything Under the Sun and Hold Me Close.

    Reply
  54. Mican says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:42 am

    I bought some IT eye concealer and I’m in love! Perfect for my dark bags after late nights up with my baby:)

    Reply
  55. Dee says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:44 am

    I’ve enjoyed watermelon so many times this summer I have lost track.

    Reply
  56. nat ogu says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:50 am

    im not fond of gambling id rather spend the money on makeup or books or food

    Reply
  57. Andrea Amy says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:53 am

    OMGosh we can’t get enough watermelon. We’ve been eating it almost every day with dinner instead of having vegetables. SO good.

    Reply
  58. Rachel Pennell says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:54 am

    I so excited because I get the Makeup Forever birthday gift from Sephora this month!!!!

    Reply
  59. Sienna says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:56 am

    i cannot stop eating watermelon this year! i feel like in my house we are eating one big one a week lately!

    Reply
  60. Steffinie says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:59 am

    I did have watermelon earlier this summer, but I had a small one by myself over the course of a week+ and it became too much! I haven’t had it since!

    Reply
  61. bri says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:59 am

    I’ve been trying out a lot of gold eyeshadows lately! So i have bought quite a few of those this week. I’m still looking for the PERFECT one
    🙂

    Reply
  62. MsAnne says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:01 pm

    I need a nap.

    Reply
  63. athena rutherford says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    i can’t stand gambling!

    Reply
  64. Berry says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    I have watermelon every chance I get. It’s one of the best things about summer.

    Reply
  65. BrooklynShoeBabe says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:10 pm

    An admirer of mine said he liked me in red lipstick so I went out a bought a new tube of red lipstick and matching lip liner by NYX although I have like 5 different shades of red lipstick at home ranging from Brick red to dark orange.

    Reply
  66. DreaMarie13 says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    I bought some Sacha makeup online, the yellow power is amazing for those with yellow undertones like myself.

    Reply
  67. Lisa says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:12 pm

    Today was the last day of my Ulta 20% off coupon, so i did some damage today. Mostly hair product, but I did pick up 2 eyeliners I have been coveting – Stila’s Smudge Stick in Graphite and Metallic Umber. I recently purchased a Stila palate recently which came with the color Damsel (Black Brown) and am loving the wear time and smooth application.

    Reply
  68. Lynn says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:12 pm

    Yes, had plenty of watermelons this summer! The best were these huge watermelons that were yellow on the inside, so sweet. My sister-in-law got it from the street sellers. Took us over two weeks to eat it all

    Reply
  69. Erika C. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:22 pm

    Recently I purchased theBalm’s Nude ‘Tude makeup palette and it’s awesome!!!

    Reply
  70. monica says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:23 pm

    I repurchased an eyeliner

    Reply
  71. Paol Trenny says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    Did you get any new makeup this week? nope

    Is there a piece of furniture that means a lot to you in your house? my leather red chair

    Have you had any watermelon yet this year? yes I have

    Do you like to gamble? nope

    Reply
  72. kelly m says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    I bought mac sweetie the other day, I love it.

    Reply
  73. Lorraine says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:29 pm

    Watermelon bought off a truck on the side of the road, the best! Had some for breakfast this morning, yum!

    Reply
  74. Clara says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    Tabs is the cutest!

    Reply
  75. sarah thompson says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    I just ordered from ULTA the LORAC Unzipped palette, the Essence blk gel liner, and the new eyebrow gel from NYX. I hear the NYX eyebrow gel is a affordable dupe for the MUFE one. Also I just ordered from QVC a set of brushes by IT Cosmetics. Super excited about that! They have the best brushes, soft, great quality. Just so expensive! But worth it.

    Reply
  76. Carolyn @ The Makeup Writeup says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    I purchased MAC Dream Daze Mineralize Rich lipstick online, and am still waiting for it to arrive in the mail! And yes, I LOVE watermelon and have had it quite a few times this summer! Hope you are having a great weekend, Karen :).

    Reply
  77. Bianca Rogoveanu says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:47 pm

    Plenty of watermelon for me so far ! I’m loving it !

    Reply
  78. Meagan Pugliese says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:50 pm

    I bought the new KVD Studded Kiss Lipsticks in Poe, Wolvesmouth, Lovecraft and L’ECOLE DES FEMMES 🙂

    Reply
  79. Danielle says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 12:57 pm

    I bought the loreal telescopic waterproof mascara this week and it’s amazing. It puts all my other mascara so to shame

    Reply
  80. Mariela says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    Lip products are my weakness and there’re so many new ones coming out! These , the Nars and the Bite!! I’m so excited

    Reply
  81. MelodyJ says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:10 pm

    I don’t know about gambling but I like giveaways which is a form of gambling I guess.

    Reply
  82. Gayathri N says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    I actually haven’t got any makeup this week, but that’s because I’m saving up for a back-to-school haul!! So excited 😀

    Reply
  83. donna marie says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:15 pm

    About to head to a book signing for Richelle Mead (vampire academy). So excited.

    Reply
  84. courtney b says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:25 pm

    i love to gamble but i ‘m not addicted! lol 🙂 thanks!

    Reply
  85. BB says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:26 pm

    I love the show Luther too! I bet you will fly through the episodes.

    Reply
  86. Symone says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:29 pm

    I managed to score both KVD palettes on sale from Sephora – I’m a happy palette owning girl 🙂

    Reply
  87. Kathy T says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:37 pm

    I really love the app called pocket! It’s a read it later app.

    Reply
  88. Shayna says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:42 pm

    Karen, you and Tabby should consider writing a mystery together!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I saw season 1 episode 1 of Luther and it scared me. I’m not a wimp. I loved Dexter. But, there is just something about Luther…I can’t explain it 🙁

    Did you get any new makeup this week?
    I almost bought the Lorac Pro 2 palette but, I just can’t decide. So many of the shadows are similar to ones I have in other palettes. But, it is nice to have them in the same palette. Ok..I’m a palette junkie. Is there a 12 step program for this???? ROFL

    What’s your current favorite app on your phone?
    FaceTime!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Is there a piece of furniture that means a lot to you in your house?
    I have a rocking chair that I love and have had since I was in college. I refuse to part with it. When my children were young it was in the nursery and I rocked them to sleep in it every night. After my grandchildren were born and they came to visit I rocked them to sleep in it. Now my youngest granddaughter loves to just sit in it and rock…she’s 8 years old.

    Have you had any watermelon yet this year?
    Yes, it’s delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It’s so sweet and watery and perfect as an evening snack when I just need to have something 🙂

    What’s the highest height from which you’ve ever jumped into water before?
    Does jumping into the shower count????

    Do you like to gamble?
    Nope..I prefer to spend my money on make-up and nail polish. I’m also a polish-a-holic. That’s another 12 step program my hubby would love to have me join.

    Reply
  89. Amber says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    I’ve been to Vegas three times and put money in a slot once…I won $2 took my winnings and said I bet Vegas. Lol

    Reply
  90. Tina says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    My favourite app is instagram

    Reply
  91. meka says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:55 pm

    This week I bought a Milani blush from CVS because I had a 30% off coupon.

    Reply
  92. Carolyn Barnett says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 1:59 pm

    Yes,I got lipstick this week.

    Reply
  93. Virginia says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    I haven’t had any watermelon yet this summer. I need to get on that soon. Maybe with some feta.

    Reply
  94. INCI says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    Watermelon, yes. Summer starts with it! 😛

    Reply
  95. Rhea W. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:10 pm

    This week I bought UD lip liners and it’s changing my lipstick life. They’re so much better than drug store brands!

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  96. Rene Groyer says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:25 pm

    I bought face cream from Decleor which smells wonderful

    Reply
  97. Sharlie G says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:25 pm

    I love that companies are coming out with dark blue and purple lipstick right now, but I would love to see a bold metallic dark green lipstick.

    Reply
  98. Lindsay says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    I got a sample from Sephora with my order this week of the Benefit They’re Real Liner. Not that I needed another black eyeliner, but I’m liking it so far. I’m not a big fan of cream eyeliners using a brush, but this made it pretty easy!

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  99. Zabrina says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:46 pm

    I saw Guardians of the Galaxy and really liked it! I’m glad I managed to resist the temptation to lump around on the couch instead.

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  100. Michaela says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    I didn’t buy any makeup this week but had a delightful time trying different primers and foundations from a very helpful and friendly Sephora employee (thanks Michelle). I am getting closer to buying something soon…

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  101. Vivian says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    I didn’t purchase any makeup this week because I am still trying to decide between the new Chanel eyeshadow quads, or the cle de peau eyeshadow fall 2014 or the Chantecaille 15th anniversary eyeshadow palette…sign…any suggestions?

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  102. Vanessa says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:02 pm

    Got a buxom full bodied lipstick in dolly! So beautiful!

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  103. Carla S says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:04 pm

    No I havent had any watermelon this year yet.

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  104. Nicole says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    I have had watermelon this year. I love it!

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  105. Savanna Salter says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:07 pm

    I haven’t brought any new makeup in a long time ): Ah the life of a broke student.

    My fave app – I’m kind of addicted to Bubble Witch Saga 2 haha

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  106. Lisa says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:10 pm

    I just bought a Bite beauty lipstick and I would eat watermelon every day if I could.

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  107. Stephanie says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    I bought another shade of the Anastasia Dipbrow, and have been trying to refrain from buying more lipstick! Daily struggle.

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  108. tina says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:17 pm

    I bought a nude essence lipstick the other day:)

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  109. Solangel says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:18 pm

    I did buy some makeup this week…I had a coupon! I think I’ll make August and September no-buy months, if only to prepare for Halloween and Fall collections *-*

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  110. Jennifer X says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:25 pm

    I got two new nail polishes from the China Glaze “The Giver” collection. I picked out “New Birth” and “The Outer Edge.” I also got a Revlon Colorstay e/s quad in “Siren”.

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  111. serina says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:25 pm

    hey karen!! so i’m currently waiting on a pixi haul right now hahah they were on sale at hautelook so how could i resist?!

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  112. Courtney says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:45 pm

    I have heard AMAZING things about Bite Beauty lip products, whats your opinion on them?

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  113. Nisha says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    I didn’t buy any makeup this week but I’m looking into buying some OCC Lip Tarts next week 🙂

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    • Nisha says

      August 2nd, 2014 at 3:47 pm

      I mean OCC Lip Tars lol

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  114. Mardi says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:49 pm

    No new makeup 🙁 I’m on a makeup diet.

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  115. Jessie C. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 3:54 pm

    I got some new lipsticks this week.

    Reply
  116. Lisa C says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    I looooove the new Guerlain Kiss Kiss shades! I want too many lol

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  117. Judith Baucom says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 4:12 pm

    I haven’t had any GOOD watermelon yet.

    Reply
  118. Susan T. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 4:34 pm

    I am becoming a Korean makeup convert! Everything is so cute and works so well! I have already been convinced that their skincare products are better and now the makeup is drawing me in!

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  119. Lisa Foster says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    I bought a bunch of nail polish this week because of drugstore bargains. I have to stop – I have too much nail polish already!

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  120. Amoure says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    I gathered a couple of new mu items this week including: the BHCosmetics contour palette. BH Bombshell bronzer, beauty blender, BHCosmetic brush set (because a girl can never have too many brushes), ItsJudyTime palette, LA Girls Pro Concealers (3), and LA Girls Glazed Lip Paints (2…but I want them all). Then I got some odds and ends (i.e., lip pencils and liners, brightening serum/soap).

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  121. Aida says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 4:48 pm

    I am definitely not a gambler ;).

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  122. Tonya says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    I got a few new Tarte products this week, thanks to a certain blogger’s recommendations!

    Reply
  123. jen c says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 5:16 pm

    Thanks for having a giveaway!

    Reply
  124. Natasha says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 5:19 pm

    I did get new makeup today – some setting powder that was on clearance @ Target and MAC Pro Longwear concealer (which I bought for the first time last week, returned due to wrong color & exchanged today 🙂 Super excited for that!

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  125. Kellyn says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 5:20 pm

    I haven’t had any watermelon this year, and it’s starting to make me a little crazy! Doesn’t feel like summer without it!

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  126. Bárbara Rios says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    This week I bought tree lipstick from Lancôme(Rouge In Love)

    🙂

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  127. Emily C says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 5:50 pm

    I bought so many eyeshadows this week!

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  128. Miki says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    •Did you get any new makeup this week? – I bought two Sephora palettes, some random stuff on sale at Sephora, and a ton of E.L.F. products from their birthday sale.
    •What’s your current favorite app on your phone? – GoodReads
    •Is there a piece of furniture that means a lot to you in your house? – Nope
    •Have you had any watermelon yet this year? – Nope, but I do love it.
    •What’s the highest height from which you’ve ever jumped into water before? – The shortest ledge. My legs stop me every time I try to jump anything higher. I can’t explain it. My body just will not let me. It’s much too afraid.
    •Do you like to gamble? Nope, not at all.

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  129. Mandy W says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:23 pm

    I’m loving blog sales at the moment – best way to find some cheap makeup that’s been hardly used or even touched for a cheap price!

    Reply
  130. Janet A says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:29 pm

    I’m planning my festival makeup for a fest in Sept … harder than I thought to pare down what I want to bring!

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  131. Jessica says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    Did you get any new makeup this week? Just a mascara, but I will be getting some at the Sephora VIB Rogue Event tomorrow.
    What’s your current favorite app on your phone? Instagram
    Is there a piece of furniture that means a lot to you in your house? I have some furniture I’ve had since I was a child, that my husband wants to “fix”. He means RUIN!
    Have you had any watermelon yet this year? Nope, don’t like melons.
    What’s the highest height from which you’ve ever jumped into water before? 20 ft
    Do you like to gamble? Nope, I coulda spent that money on food!

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  132. Lori P says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:35 pm

    No new makeup this week yet, but I feel a trip to Sephora coming up, maybe this Friday to get some new Kat von D lipsticks and hope to see it they have the new MUFE palette in yet.

    I can’t eat watermelon, it’s considered a big NO-NO for diabetics.

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  133. Ricieline says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:38 pm

    I just ordered a Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge and a UD Eye pencil in Perversion! Heehee can’t wait for them

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  134. Abby says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 6:57 pm

    Yes, I have a lot of great watermelon this summer!! Mmm love that fruit! One of my favorites!! So refreshing!!:)

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  135. Brian says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:09 pm

    This week, I picked up a new MAC Mineralize lipstick in Dreamdaze!

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  136. Georgia L says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:09 pm

    No new makeup recently,but I did just pick up several new skincare items at The Body Shop to try out! 🙂

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  137. Priscilla S. says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    There is one piece of furniture that means a lot to me, the large bookcase my uncle built me. It was a surprise gift after he heard me telling my aunt that I have run out of room for my books. It’s beautiful and it was very sweet of him to take the time to build it for me.

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  138. Miki says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    I actually just posted a haul to my blog!

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  139. Stephanie says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    Loving the Twitter app on my phone. I wish I was raving about my bank’s app, but I can’t seem to get the check deposit feature that they rave about to work. 🙁

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  140. amy lasater says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    1. Love watermelon,had some tonight!

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  141. Estefania says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    I recently got Stripdown liner and Velvet Teddy lipstick from MAC! I’m loving the mid-tone brown 90’s lip recently!

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  142. Georgia says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 8:02 pm

    •Did you get any new makeup this week? Yes! A friend gifted me with a bag full of Lipstick Queen lipsticks! OMG I don’t even know where to begin! I think she gave me about 7 lipsticks, including one Velvet Rope! She’s calling it an early Birthday gift for my birthday in October.
    •What’s your current favorite app on your phone? ShopKick, but iBotta which I just installed may be a close second. Anything that pays me for shopping is a win!
    •Is there a piece of furniture that means a lot to you in your house? My mother’s camphor chest that she brought over to this country from China.

    •Do you like to gamble? No, not at all. I work too hard for my money and only in the past few years have learned how to manage it in a healthy way.

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  143. Jennifer Pham says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 8:17 pm

    Anyone seen Avatar: The Legend of Korra? Superb storytelling, animation, and fight choreography! Book 3 is soooo good!

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  144. Christine says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:10 pm

    I would recommend watching Guardians of the Galaxy. It really translates the fun galaxy hijinks onto the big screen well.

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  145. Jennifer says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:10 pm

    I’m not really into gambling, not even in Vegas. More money for makeup!!
    I love watermelon and we’ve had it a lot this summer.

    Reply
  146. kay says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    i just tried the new bare skin foundation. i dont know why i had such an urge NOT to get it but i got over it and tried it. I LOVE IT! it is such sheer coverage which is what i want. cant believe i was gonna skip it!

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  147. Maria says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    Yes, I have had watermelon and cherries and figs and anything summery freshness that I can eat at the moment because come winter all these yummy summer fruits are so expensive and not as sweet (duh, since it’s not in season)

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  148. India says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:17 pm

    I love sephora. Best store in the world!

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  149. Erika B says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:29 pm

    I’ve only had watermelon once so far this summer… I think it’s time for some more!!

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  150. Cathy says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:33 pm

    I recently got the Too Faced Natural Eye Palette, on sale!

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  151. Katie F says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 10:54 pm

    I *love* Luther! Although, the third series has got me always looking for killers under my bed now (that’s not really a spoiler).

    I ordered some of the Macaron lipsticks from Nyx and they came this week – I wore Pistachio (mint green) to see Guardians of the Galaxy, which was super fun. I’m looking forward to experimenting some more with these colors.

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  152. Renee says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:00 pm

    if i win this week, i’m going to buy some bite beauty lippies. i’m obsessed with this brand.

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  153. Dhavi says

    August 2nd, 2014 at 11:04 pm

    I just purchased the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Enhancing serum because I need fuller brows and I have friends who swear by it…so we will see!

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  154. Melissa says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 12:04 am

    You’re my favorite daily read Karen!!

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  155. Natalie Brown says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 12:20 am

    Hi! I didn’t buy any new make-up this week because I’m saving my money for a road trip. On Wednesday, I’m leaving St. Petersburg, Florida and heading to Gadsden Alabama to the start of the World’s Longest Yard Sale on Thursday. For real! It’s over 500 miles long. We’re following it through to Northern Tennessee and then spending a week in the Tennessee mountains. So fun!! Thanks!!

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  156. rosie says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 12:36 am

    Bought the Charlotte Tilbury Killer Cheekbones set and the Chanel Dentelle highlighter from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and I love them both!

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  157. Donna W. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 12:39 am

    Had to take my puppy to emergency as he was non-responsive. When we got there, he started to come around but developed severe bloody diarrhea and vomiting. Apparently he consumed something toxic (he is only 10 pounds). Apparently many plants are toxic to animals like sega palms. We don’t know what he ate but we immediately had all the toxic plants in our yard removed. They even said it could have been a been sting. His symptoms were a severe allergic reaction to something resulting in his going into shock. Whew! He has recovered and is doing well. I could use a little something for me!

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  158. Amanda says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:18 am

    Hi Karen! I ate watermelon for breakfast and picked up Kat von D tattoo eye liner, Anastasia Beverly Hills dip brow in medium dark and Benefit Porefessional agent zero shine!

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  159. Kelsey Stewart says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:29 am

    I got Two of Kat Von Ds studded kiss lipsticks. I need more of them!!

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  160. Elie Anne says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:18 am

    This week I get the CHANEL loose powder and the AUSSIE shine conditionner 🙂
    Love
    xxx

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  161. Liz says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:29 am

    great giveaway! thanks! 🙂

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  162. Krissi says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 3:03 am

    My current favourite App on the iPhone is Lep’s World 3, a classic Jump&Run game. I have to say I’m addicted!

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  163. Leslie Kiley says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 3:04 am

    No! Sadly , no new makeup this week! or for awhile. Been getting face creams and hair products right now as that is where I need to be. Working on my hair.

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  164. Rachael Williams says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 3:08 am

    No new makeup for me this week, I’m trying to behave!

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  165. Liz says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:50 am

    No makeup purchases this week, but I got five new handbags!…

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  166. Anne Geerts says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 5:16 am

    No new make up for me in a while…. Hope I can get some new with winning this give away 😉

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  167. Joanna says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 6:13 am

    Just harvest a watermelon I grew In my back yard 🙂

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  168. Kylie says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 6:23 am

    I didn’t buy any make-up this week, but I was sorely tempted by Tarte’s friends and family sale!!

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  169. Rebecca says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:11 am

    Favorite app – My Makeup Collection for keep track of my makeup
    New makeup this week – Yep, Sally Hansen nail polishes. They were 50% off so I really had to!
    Watermelon – yup although it’s winter here! I love in an afternoon smoothie when my sweet tooth is really kicking in….

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  170. Layla N. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:28 am

    I picked up Clinique’s All About Shadow Primer for Eyes. Can’t wait to try it. My last primer was a disappointment.

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  171. Kristy says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:35 am

    Photoshopping yourself into a romance novel cover for the new MAC collection post is hilarious and brilliant. Your blog is always entertaining, Karen.

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  172. Julie P. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:52 am

    I’ve already eaten watermelon this season!

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  173. Jamie C. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:57 am

    My Favorite App on my phone right now is RePix because I like to edit almost all my Instagram pics there.

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  174. Dana says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:43 am

    My favorite app is the Spring app. It creates a music playlist for you based on rhythm, and the tempo of the music they pick helps you keep up when you exercise. You can use it for walking, running, biking and you can customize the music they pick, it’s awesome!

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  175. Kate G says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:44 am

    Not one bit of watermelon, haven’t had it in years actually. Does Revlon’s Wild Watermelon count?

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  176. Sofia says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:45 am

    I have bought makeup this week, guilty!! Damn you sales…

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  177. margarita says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:55 am

    My last makeup purchase was a tube of Diorshow Waterproof mascara.

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  178. Katrina says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:00 am

    I have not bought any new makeup lately but I’m also trying not to. I don’t wear it enough once I buy it so I’m actually looking to use up what I’ve got, which will probably take me to Christmas or after, and then I want a makeover.

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  179. Lisa @ Lisa Living Well says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:18 am

    I ate a lot of watermelon earlier this summer. I also added it to a smoothie, which was just so so.

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  180. Kristen says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:26 am

    I haven’t gotten any new makeup this week sadly but may be ordering some makeup brushes later

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  181. Sara says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:26 am

    I’ve had watermelon six times so far this summer.

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  182. Ann says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:33 am

    Summer is all about watermelon!

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  183. Lynda says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:38 am

    i’m currently into british tv shows

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  184. Tracy says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:46 am

    Those Kiss Kiss lipsticks are makin’ me droooooollll.

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  185. Emily says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:58 am

    I ordered some new makeup from Tarte!

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  186. Cindy says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 10:01 am

    Got the new Urban Decay Pulp Fiction lipstick, lip pencil, and nail polish from Ulta! Also got Lipstick Queen lipstick in “Aloha.” It has SPF 15, but it’s pretty sheer for a red.

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  187. susan says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 10:01 am

    I’ve had nice juicy watermelon this summer!

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  188. Mackenzie says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 10:06 am

    I’m so excited to finish my job in 2 weeks and head to law school, which means I’ve been a spendthrift with makeup the last couple months…other than the GA luminous silk I self-gifted for my b-day. I once jumped off a cliff into a blue hole on an off island.

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  189. Siobhan says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 10:27 am

    I have way too much of an addictive personality to gamble! On my 18th birthday I spent 3$ on a scratchcard and won 10$. I can’t ever buy any more because it may ruin my one-card winning streak!

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  190. Marisa says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 10:45 am

    Alas, tons of new makeup! (Alas, according to my bank account. YESSS according to my makeup hoarding brain 🙂 ) The Naked 3, Stila Magnificent Metals in “Pixie Dust”, and some Sephora Formula X polishes in summery brights, to name a few…

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  191. Gail says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 11:05 am

    Bought 2 Chanel Brushes – #19 an #15 – did I need them – NO

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  192. Kiss & Make-up says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 12:58 pm

    I just came back from THE best weekend ever. And if lady luck is still on my side now that I’n back, then maybe I’ll win this gift card!

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  193. Maria Renteria says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:09 pm

    I bought a few things today! 🙂 Korres Wild Rose Brightening Scrub, MUFE matte bronzer in 20, and Bite agave lip mask in champagne.

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  194. MK says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    I stocked up on some new makeup at Ulta this week with the 20% off coupon they had!

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  195. Tonya says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    I have not purchased makeup this week… believe it or not… but definitely plan too!! I love sephora!! I have to stay far away from there!

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  196. Bridget Heiple Reich says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:32 pm

    I just had watermelon last weekend. It was awesome, I love watermelon! 🙂

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  197. katinka says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    I just had watermelon yesterday.

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  198. Michelle Fry says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    I just bought a TON of new makeup…Buxom and Benefit mascara, Smashbox CC Cream and concealer, Bobbi Brown Powder and Corrector, Fresh Lip Balm…I blame the brunch time Bloody Mary and the 4x points at Sephora!

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  199. Chrisie John says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:01 pm

    Although I usually prefer high end brands of mascara I ended up recently purchasing Loreal’s Manga Mascara and I love it!

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  200. Judith M. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    I’m still looking for a great waterproof mascara. I’ve tried several and though they are waterproof they all clump.

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  201. Ashleigh says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    Did you get any new makeup this week? Nope, though I’m eyeing those Josie Maran cheek gelees and thinking about getting one soon.
    What’s your current favorite app on your phone? Ingress! It’s a lot of fun, and gets me and my bf out and about and exploring our city. Everyone should play (and join blue team!)

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  202. Ivana Jankovic says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    I bought BOURJOIS Healthy Mix Correcting Concealer.

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  203. Lashavia says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:48 pm

    I’ve been trying a different makeup everyday this week. Having sooo much fun

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  204. Andrea says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    What’s on everyone’s radar for fall 2014?? I’m lusting over Chanel! I LOVE CHANEL!

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  205. Wayne says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 3:26 pm

    Hairball duty this week. Surprising since he doesn’t groom himself that much that I can see.

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  206. Karen says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    I don’t enjoy gambling machines. I just do not see many people smiling or laughing at gambling machines. Playing poker with friends is much more enjoyable.

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  207. Alexia H. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    I did get a set of IT Cosmetics as a gift from my sweet mom this week!

    I’m afraid of heights but did manage to face my fears and jump of the high platform of the Pan Am Pool in Winnipeg when I was younger.

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  208. Emily says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:14 pm

    I just have to mention how much i LOVE Luther, one of my favorite shows ever!!! there’s only 14 episodes though so enjoy it 🙂

    I got some new lipsticks this week with my Ulta coupon, in more fall-ish colors….I’m starting to really want fall to come just cause I feel like wearing darker lips!

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  209. Serena D. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:22 pm

    Watermelon? Yes, please! Had some back on the 4th of July,of course. As for makeup- am on a tight budget -but did finally get to splurge and I bought some Makeup Geek eyeshadows. These were my 1st shadows from MUG – and I have to say I really like them! I think next time I can splurge I will buy more! (though I really don’t *need* any more eye shadows -just *want them*! ). Hope I win the card- I could use some more shadow primer from NARS! 😉

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  210. Jordi says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    Right now on my phone, I like Wunderlist and, um, dare I admit it? – my Starbucks app 🙂

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  211. Amy says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:57 pm

    I’ve had a lot of watermelon this summer.

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  212. Bunny says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    no new makeup this week and no watermelon either!

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  213. Jessica says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    Bought the Tarte BB cream this week.

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  214. Laura says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 5:16 pm

    I did not but any makeup this week however I finally tried on a pair of false eyelashes and loved them

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  215. Christy Peeples DuBois says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 5:21 pm

    I did not get any new make up this week but as I was getting ready to meet a friend lady night and I started putting on my make up it hit me that I must must purchase some new products. Some of mine I just do not like or doesn’t work for me and some is just too old. I hate spending a lot of money on a product though and them it not work well for me.

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  216. Chelsea says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 6:01 pm

    I’ve been wondering what the next trend in nails will be. Nail art is still going strong, but a lot of the patterns going ’round are remakes – albeit still very good. What do you think the next big “thing” will be?

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  217. Adrianne says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 6:38 pm

    Just nought a new byte beauty lipstick!

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  218. Jennifer says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 6:50 pm

    I would have to say my favorite piece of furniture is my recliner because it’s so freakin’ comfortable.

    Btw, I’m loving the Tabs fiction. Keep it up 🙂

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  219. kathleen says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 6:57 pm

    I did buy new makeup this week, the new Kat Von D lipstick in coven!

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  220. Heather USA (Rafflecopter Rosie Areola) says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:17 pm

    I didn’t purchase any makeup at the weekend. I’ve been moving and praiseeeee Jesus, it’s over now lol.

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  221. Julie B. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    One piece of furniture that means a lot is a cabinet we had custom made for my husband’s audio equipment, since we had a friend who did woodwork. He also made a captains bed but we had to leave it at our last house.

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  222. Gina says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    My current favorite app on my phone is definitely Yelp! I live in a city with lots of great restaurants, and Yelp helps me find them all 🙂

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  223. Rose says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:33 pm

    I just got the maybelline gel liner, it’s blacker than ever, I love it

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  224. ELISA says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    Hey 🙂 I didn’t get any makeup this week because I’m from Brazil and next week I’m going to move to USA! So since makeup is soooo much cheaper in america, I’m saving my money!

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  225. AJMTL says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    New makeup this week: DiorSkin Invisible retouch powder, Clarins truly waterproof mascara, Shiseido eyelash curler pads, Real Techniques miracle complexion sponge, setting brush and eyeliner brush and a bunch of stuff from The Body Shop.
    After that I’m gonna try to behave for a while…

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  226. Sakura says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    Yes, I’ve eaten watermelon this summer. I have some chopped up nicely in my fridge now. I crave watermelon after a long run. It’s great to hydrate the body and it eases muscle pain according to medical journals.

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  227. Anna says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    Re-buying Mac Face & Body foundation this week!

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  228. brittany says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:08 pm

    Love sephora!

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  229. Angela H. says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    As of this week Dior nude shimmers in amber and rose are nestled safely within my collection now. They are dear, sweet, beautiful loves.

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  230. Debbie Clauer says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:22 pm

    I did not buy any make up this week.

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  231. BB says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 8:22 pm

    I love the new MAC A Novel Romance header on the site, Karen!

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  232. Karen Locke says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:26 pm

    I had a few slices of watermellon this year. I am not a big fan of watermellon so that will probably be the only watermellon I eat this year.

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  233. Maria says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:36 pm

    I went to the #sephora #vibrouge event today and got the new Tarte primer. So excited to try it out!

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  234. Krystle Thomas says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 9:41 pm

    Yes, lots of watermelon & other fruit this summer

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  235. Lilian says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 10:44 pm

    Had a gift card that was going to expire, so I *had* to go shopping. Got myself a bunch of nail polishes…like I need anymore!

    Reply
  236. Farah D says

    August 3rd, 2014 at 11:38 pm

    I want some new makeup so badly! A new tarte blush, some concealer, a beauty blender…but I have to wait!

    Reply
  237. Nisha says

    August 4th, 2014 at 12:34 am

    I got a Rockateur blush by Benefit!

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  238. Mikaila says

    August 4th, 2014 at 12:37 am

    Love your kitty’s Sephora adventure. So creative!

    Reply
  239. Katia Audrey says

    August 4th, 2014 at 12:44 am

    I got me a purple mascara this week, I love it 😉

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  240. Mavel says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:21 am

    Can you review Josie Maran’s coconut water eyeshadows please? Thank u!

    Reply
  241. Nina says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:27 am

    The last makeup item I bought was the Anniversary Box from HSN…

    Reply
  242. Nicole - Beyond the Pale and Freckled says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:40 am

    It’s 340am and the baby has been awake since uh.. 245am? Surely hoping he falls asleep soon. No idea why he’s up! Placed my ULTA order Saturday with the 20% off, got a couple things from IT Cosmetics and Too Faced. Looking forward to those coming by way!

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  243. Carla says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:33 am

    I recently got the order I made on national lipstick days! Four (FOUR!) beautiful lipsticks that I can’t stop staring at… <3

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  244. Bonnie says

    August 4th, 2014 at 3:10 am

    I don’t gamble because I think it’s a waste of money. I know there’s a possibility to win even more than I spent, but it’s never a sure thing, and I don’t like just throwing money out.

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  245. Evangalia Kanaraki says

    August 4th, 2014 at 3:26 am

    I bought this perfect lip paint rouge infusion from sephora! In the shade 12 cherry nectar! And I think that i will never wear any other colour again!!!!

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  246. Mirjana says

    August 4th, 2014 at 5:05 am

    I didn’t buy any makeup this week

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  247. Lucy Nguyen says

    August 4th, 2014 at 5:29 am

    I don’t like gamble

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  248. Katie says

    August 4th, 2014 at 5:29 am

    I’m so ready for fall to start! Unfortunately, we still have 2 months of warm, muggy temperatures. 🙁

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  249. Sofia says

    August 4th, 2014 at 5:55 am

    I’ve bought the Bulletproof brows of too faced this week!

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  250. Steph says

    August 4th, 2014 at 5:57 am

    I just purchased the Urban Decay Deslick spray and I’m so excited to start using it!

    Reply
  251. Adi says

    August 4th, 2014 at 6:01 am

    Haven’t bought makeup this week.. Waiting for the Marge Simpson collection!!

    Reply
  252. Amanda Sakovitz says

    August 4th, 2014 at 6:15 am

    I bought new nail polish

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  253. Adrianne B says

    August 4th, 2014 at 6:21 am

    I DID get new makeup this week— I ordered the Urban Decay Pulp Fiction eyeshadow palette from Sephora and was pleasantly surprised with the quality!

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  254. Kim says

    August 4th, 2014 at 6:25 am

    Darn that Choupette! She’s very devious. 🙂 Oh, I totally love Luther – I was so bummed when it was over. And even though I know it’s 100% cray to love Alice, I still do. The Luther/Alice dynamic was one of the best parts of the show for me. Plus, Idris Elba. What’s not to love? We saw Guardians on Friday and all really liked it. The kids want to go again!

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  255. Meegan says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:08 am

    I have not had watermelon this year yet! I looked and looked the other day and could not find any.

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  256. Jordan says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:28 am

    I have the new Kat Von D lightning liner on order from Sephora. Can’t wait to try it!

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  257. Ruchita says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:28 am

    I just got some watermelon from the farm market this weekend. Yummy!

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  258. Erica says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:55 am

    I just bought makeup yesterday 😀

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  259. Tania says

    August 4th, 2014 at 8:23 am

    I have a chair and a giant mirror that was my Uncle David’s. They are flashy and awesome like he was!! 😉

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  260. Carissa says

    August 4th, 2014 at 8:40 am

    I didn’t get any new-to-me makeup, but I did shop the early Sephora VIB Rouge event on Sunday to restock my Hourglass primer and foundation, my Dior mascara, and my Living Proof weightless primer.

    Reply
  261. Mellisa Semon says

    August 4th, 2014 at 9:02 am

    I sadly didn’t buy any new makeup this week..hopefully I will get something today!

    Reply
  262. Em says

    August 4th, 2014 at 9:36 am

    Sephora’s new point offerings were sold out within the hour – glad I got my hands on one of the offerings!

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  263. Trude says

    August 4th, 2014 at 9:40 am

    We had a ton of watermelon yesterday, since no summer picnic in the park is complete without it. 🙂

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  264. Rachel P. says

    August 4th, 2014 at 9:54 am

    I did buy some new makeup this week! Decided to quit waiting around and just buy the Too Faced Better Than Sex mascara I’ve been hearing so much about, as well as the NYX Macaron lipstick in Lavender (probably didn’t really need that but wanted it so badly) and the Urban Decay Pulp Fiction lipstick in Mrs. Mia Wallace. Couldn’t resist. For non-makeup, I also got a coconut sugar scrub and a pumpkin shower gel (it’s not fall yet, but it will be soon!!)

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  265. Anna says

    August 4th, 2014 at 10:40 am

    I did get new makeup this week! I got a custom Inglot 5 pan eyeshadow palette, a cream eyeshadow stick from Bobbi Brown and a new blush from Bobbi! I love buying makeup.

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  266. Abby says

    August 4th, 2014 at 10:59 am

    no make-up, but I did pick up some more clarisonic brush heads and some new perfume from sephora this weekend! 🙂

    Reply
  267. Jessica says

    August 4th, 2014 at 10:59 am

    I love watermelon!

    Reply
  268. Regina Reed says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:02 am

    I am NOT a gambler at all! I’ll spend $20 and then get pissed because I could have bought a tube of lipstick with it…

    Reply
  269. Bee says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:06 am

    Can’t wait to try the new bite beauty lip ,markers… also my DDMG is getting over so need to stock up!

    Waiting for tabs’ adventures vol3 😉

    Reply
  270. Alyssa Lee says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:21 am

    My favortite App is thefind, you literally find anything you’ve ever been looking for.

    Reply
  271. Laure says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:29 am

    My latest beauty purchase was actually a skincare product. I bought the Origins Modern Friction in mini size, while in Edinburgh. It’s an exfoliant and when the salesgirl (who was lovely) demonstrated it by giving me a mini facial, I was sold!

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  272. Daraya says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:48 am

    I actually just had my first watermelon of the summer today and it was delicious! 🙂

    Reply
  273. maria cardona says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:57 am

    ive been snacking on cherries like peanuts

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  274. AmyD says

    August 4th, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    revisiting my becca beach tints for easy summer makeup!

    Reply
  275. Bons says

    August 4th, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    I’ve had some watermelon. Not enough and will need to get more!

    Reply
  276. Amie F says

    August 4th, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    I have had watermelon this year. My kids love it!

    Reply
  277. Leticia Chavez says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:03 pm

    I need makeups!!! 🙂

    Reply
  278. Lindsey L says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    This week I have been testing out BareMinerals new BareSkin serum foundation. I am a HUGE BareMinerals fan and have been so excited to try the new product, but unfortunately I don’t think it’s a winner (for me). Seems to be drying my skin out and easily settles into my pores and fine lines (even over a primer). Bummer!

    Reply
  279. Sarah R says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    I got the tarte concealer

    Reply
  280. Karina says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:23 pm

    I want to buy some eyeliners from Marc Jacobs and a lipgloos from Fresh 🙂

    Reply
  281. Paula says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:39 pm

    Tabs is such a cutie!

    Reply
  282. Grettel says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    I bought Becca Opal powder this week, can’t wait to get it in the mail! Very excited! Also took advantage of the Tarte 30% off…. bought quite the lot! xo

    Reply
  283. Tania G says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    I just bought today the new Leather color tattoos cream eye shadows by maybelline. can’t wait to try them.

    Reply
  284. Angelica says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:51 pm

    Didnt had any watermelon this year…

    ♥ ur blog.

    Reply
  285. T.h.Ransom says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:52 pm

    I bought some new moisturizer this week

    Reply
  286. Cassandra Eastman says

    August 4th, 2014 at 1:59 pm

    I have had so much watermelon this year.. I love when they are in season!

    Reply
  287. Candice Croix says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:04 pm

    I haven’t had any watermelon recently, but I did have watermelon nail art! That’s close enough, right?

    Reply
  288. Carolyn N. says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    Now I’m craving watermelon!

    Reply
  289. Catherine Shaw says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    Love Sephora! I’m expecting a package (again) this week!

    Reply
  290. Nicole says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:14 pm

    Got a few goodies from the Tarte friends family sale!

    Reply
  291. Ashley says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    I bought Too Faced’s Milk Chocolate Soeli bronzer this week!

    Reply
  292. Jen says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    For the love of all that is good, why can’t I find just one eyeliner that stays on my lids!!

    Reply
  293. Marloes says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    Uh oh Tabs, I hope the dog fur brightener will work out for you!

    I did buy new makeup this week! The Sharon & Kelly Osbourne collection came out on Thursday (july 31st). It was crazy though. I spent checking 3 websites that sell MAC in the Netherlands until 3 AM, and then I went to bed. I set my alarm on 06.15 AM, to check. I immediately grabbed my laptop, and saw that one of the 3 websites had already put up the collection… and all the good stuff was sold out. Bummer. So I checked every 15 mins on the other 2 websites until 9 AM. Then I went on my desktop computer, and I just kept checking the Dutch MAC website over and over again. At 2 PM they placed the images of the collection, but not the items themselves. At 5.18 PM they finally released it, and I ordered Kelly Yum Yum and Cheeky Bugger. I was exhausted!! And on Sunday they released the collection in stores, and I still wanted to get Jolly Good.. and well, you’ve already seen that on Instagram. 😛
    I also bought 2 lipsticks and one eyeshadow from a limited edition line from Catrice. Catrice is an awesome German brand, it’s from the same company as Essence. They make great, pigmented and cruelty free stuff for about 3 – 6 euro’s.

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  294. NingNing says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    Those Guerlain lippies are beautiful! I just couldn’t afford them at the moment hmmmm

    Reply
  295. Andrea Darst says

    August 4th, 2014 at 2:57 pm

    We’re going to play bingo right now! (Really the only gambling I like to do lol)

    Reply
  296. Erin Ortiz (@PaintThsPiggies) says

    August 4th, 2014 at 3:27 pm

    I got the Anastasia brow wiz in auburn and I am loving it.

    Reply
  297. Sapphire Jones says

    August 4th, 2014 at 3:56 pm

    My secret—I am addicted to Family Feud on my phone.

    Reply
  298. Mallory B says

    August 4th, 2014 at 4:45 pm

    I’ve bought 4 berry/brick/vampy lipsticks this week, I’m itching for fall weather and makeup!

    Reply
  299. Alisson says

    August 4th, 2014 at 5:25 pm

    I have not bought makeup this week but I will be getting the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette this weekend 🙂

    Reply
  300. mahreen says

    August 4th, 2014 at 6:18 pm

    I really love this!

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  301. Poo@beautyandmakeupmatters says

    August 4th, 2014 at 6:41 pm

    I am buying lots of makeup.. especially lippies this week 😉

    Reply
  302. Janis says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:06 pm

    Been avoiding going in Sephora the past few days… too much makeup & skincare already! Wait… is there even such a thing? LOL!

    Reply
  303. Karen says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    I just got back from Sephora! I have so many more things I would love to buy but today was a new lip stain from smashbox and the fragrance Dolce. Next on my list is the naked2 pallet!

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  304. Janea M says

    August 4th, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    My favourite app would definitely be Shazam. I’m always coming across a song that’s catchy and then I’m struggling to remember the lyrics till I can go look up it up. It just makes things so much easier

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  305. jasmine says

    August 4th, 2014 at 8:13 pm

    The highest height of water I’ve ever jumped into would have to be about 5 feet haha I am not much of a daredevil 🙂

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  306. mv says

    August 4th, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    I gamble but I always set a limit

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  307. Tiffany says

    August 4th, 2014 at 8:31 pm

    Picked up some really nice bb cream from Sally Beauty Supply. There’s no visible name but it was in a royal blue tube. The medium dark shade matched my skin perfectly. It’s a good match for tan skin with yellow undertones. My mom loved it, too so I ended up giving it to her (:

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  308. Liz says

    August 4th, 2014 at 8:59 pm

    I don’t gamble, which is funny because I leave tomorrow for a week in Vegas! I enjoy the restaurants, the shows, the pool, and so on – no need to throw away my cash!

    Reply
  309. Luv Jaime says

    August 4th, 2014 at 9:21 pm

    It’s hot. It’s humid. I need me some melt-proof makeup! Maybe from Sephora?

    Reply
  310. Charlotte says

    August 4th, 2014 at 9:21 pm

    I’ve eaten four whole watermelons in the past month, and I’m not stoppin!

    Reply
  311. Efrain says

    August 4th, 2014 at 10:05 pm

    Yes I’ve eaten some watermelon but I want more.

    Reply
  312. Maria K says

    August 4th, 2014 at 10:53 pm

    Finally got a NARS Dual Intensity eyeshadow! I got the shade Desdemona. Super excited to try it out!

    Reply
  313. Mahnaz jansson says

    August 4th, 2014 at 11:21 pm

    I am having a hard time purging my old makeup

    Reply

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