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CaReese

Chicago, IL

I am a graduate student that has just discovered the ecstasy of blogging.

Interests: I enjoy cooking, reading, writing, shopping, and of course, blogging. I also love to travel. So far, my favorite destination is Venice. Lately, I've really been getting into photography. Not sure if chocolate is considered an interest, but I certainly have great interest in chocolate - in all forms.

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Five Reasons to Love Smashbox WISH

For me, this Holiday Season is all about the Smashbox. I am really impressed with WISH, Smashbox's Holiday collection. I absolutely love it. Here are five reason that I love the WISH collection: 1. WISH is Comprehensive. The Wish line covers all the bases. It includes an eyeshadow palette, a... Continue reading

Posted Dec 6, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Bliss Poetic Waxing. Indeed!

Every girl needs an effective waxing method. Preferably one that doesn’t take forever. I looked at the Bliss kit, but was scared away by the $45 price tag. It certainly couldn’t be worth that, right? After much debate, I gave in and tried Bliss Poetic Waxing. My former waxing method... Continue reading

Posted Dec 3, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Urban Decay - The Black Palette

I was hypnotized when I first laid eyes on the Urban Decay Black Palette. I had dreams of bringing out my inner rock star. The Palette comes in a sleek and sparkly black case. The colors are bold and very dramatic. And I was ready to rock out. The palette... Continue reading

Posted Nov 19, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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On a recent trip to the Mac counter I learned a secret that has changed my life. I learned the power of the base. I'm not talking about primer (though I am adamant about its use!), I am talking about a neutral eyeshadow that you use on top of your... Continue reading

Posted Nov 5, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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All Hail the King of Skin!

On my last trip to the Lush boutique, I was introduced to royalty: King of Skin, one of the body butters from Lush. Like many Lush products, it is 100% vegan. To use, simply rub it on your skin after you wash, rinse gently, and pat dry. You’ll feel like... Continue reading

Posted Nov 3, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Dior - Five shades of sparkle

Last week at Sephora I made an amazing discovery: Dior's 5-Colours Designer Eyeshadow Palette - 808 Pink Design. 5 color palettes are not new to the Dior line, but these had a more streamlined and chic look. The colors are not what they appear to be, the colors seem to... Continue reading

Posted Oct 31, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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My Top Five Cruelty Free Cosmetics

The more I learn about makeup and beauty products, the more I appreciate the defining characteristics of each brand. I think I am slowly becoming an animal activist. I've come to the point where I love seeing that pink bunny on the back of my packages. So today, I am... Continue reading

Posted Oct 29, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Holiday Sets are out at Sephora!

Great news! The Holiday Gift Sets are now available at Sephora In addition to their dazzling array of normal merchandise, the gift sets for the Holidays are now in! I've already gotten the Urban Decay set (review soon to come), but I have my eye on a few more. Gift... Continue reading

Posted Oct 27, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Smells Like Vegas

This is what Las Vegas smells like. To me, at least. See, I discovered this little gem of a fragrance at the gift boutique of the Wynn Las Vegas. One whiff and I fell madly in love. It is called Ellenisia, and is made by Penhaglion's. Penhaglion's is a perfumery... Continue reading

Posted Oct 24, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Friends and Family Sale at Sephora 2010 – 20% off coupon code

via www.temptalia.com WOW! Sephora fans rejoice! Sephora is celebrating its junkies shoppers with a 20% off coupon! It's online ONLY, so you'll have to order it, but there's free shipping with any order over $50. The coupon code is above. I found it at www.temptalia.com (a great beauty blog, by... Continue reading

Reblogged Oct 22, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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NARS Not So Dynamic Duo Concealer.

I am a HUGE fan of NARS. When I discovered NARS, I instantly fell in love. So when I needed concealer, who do you think I went to first? NARS, of course. I was so excited to use my NARS duo concealer! NARS had the right idea putting two shades... Continue reading

Posted Oct 20, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Winter Approaches! Bring out the Body Butters.

As the air turns colder and the leaves turn colors I begin slowly resign myself to the fact that winter is coming. As I prepare to change the wardrobe in my closet, I also start to think about changing my skin moisturizers for the winter. In the summer, lotions are... Continue reading

Posted Oct 18, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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This has nothing to do with vomiting. Every now and then every glamour girl has to purge. I am talking about the dreaded beauty purge. I dread purging because my beauty products are like friends to me. I get attached to them. It’s gotten to the point where I want... Continue reading

Posted Oct 16, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Legendary Lashes - Buxom Lash Mascara

I'm always looking for that great mascara. You know, the one that adds dramatic length and volume. I tried so many, I had almost resolved myself to using false lashes. I discovered a legend while playing one day at Sephora. After applying Buxom Lash to one eye, I was hooked.... Continue reading

Posted Oct 14, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Giorgio Armani Acqua diGioia - Liquid Happiness!

This is the newest release from Armani Fragrances and my new favorite perfume. Acqua diGioia means water of joy, and it is aptly named. It is a fresh and floral fragrance. It is so new that no lotion, shower gel, or other accessoties have been released yet. Acqua diGioia’s head... Continue reading

Posted Oct 11, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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ULTRA BLAND? Unfortunately.

I am such a LUSH girl! I love their handmade products and the fact that they are preservative free as possible. In Ultra Bland, I thought I had found it all: makeup remover and facial cleanser. It is color and fragrance free, and is said to wipe away everything -... Continue reading

Posted Oct 9, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Foundation Found! Finally!

Let me introduce you to my new favorite beauty product: Smashbox's High Definition Healthy FX Foundation. I have been in search of the right foundation for a long time. And finally, I got a hit after many misses. Gotta give love to Smashbox for making foundations in darker shades! I... Continue reading

Posted Oct 6, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Shopping for the Cause.

It's October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I am all about shopping for the cause. Buy beauty products, support breast cancer research and awareness. How can it get better than that? So, I have compiled a preliminary list of vendors and products that benefit breast cancer research. If I discover... Continue reading

Posted Oct 3, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Nutriganics Smoothing Mask - For those who love to mask!

One thing about me, I love good mask. There’s just nothing like slathering on a nice mask, letting it dry, and looking to see now it cracks when you finally do move your face. Or to see how much oil it has absorbed. Mask lovers, listen up! The Body Shop... Continue reading

Posted Oct 2, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Liquid Liner - Take 1 (Smashbox)

Call me a glutton for punishment... KNOWING that I can only apply eyeliner with a brush, I keep trying to apply eyeliner with pencils and pencil-like devices! As of late I have been admiring the dramatic, sharp lines achieved by the liquid liners. I decided to go with Smashbox's Limitless... Continue reading

Posted Sep 30, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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The Smell of Fall - BBW Fall Home Fragrance Sale

It's here! It's here! The Bath and Body Works Fall Home Fragrance Sale is finally here! I believe the sale is on and the deals are listed on the website today. Even better! Some of the deals you'll find: Their heavenly 3-wick candles 2 for $20 (normally $19.50 each!) Wallflowers... Continue reading

Posted Sep 28, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Eye Hope is my Philosphy

Everybody needs a little hope. Eye Hope is an all in one wonder that fights against all things unsightly: eye puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and wrinkles. Eye hope moisturizes without being goopey. I do not feel that I have to do an excessive amount of rubbing to get the... Continue reading

Posted Sep 22, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Too Faced Natural Eye Palette

I love Too Faced, and I love their palettes. The Natural Eye Palette is a combination of colors that work together beautifully. The top row is a collection of colors for day. the second row is a collection for a classic look. The last row is a collection for night.... Continue reading

Posted Sep 20, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Shiseido Lasting Lift Mascara

I have a fascination with Shiseido. I also have a love-hate relationship with their products. I purchased some Shiseido skincare and I got a maxi-sample of the Lasting Lift Mascara. Had I purchased this product, I would have been very unhappy. It is not a good mascara. It takes several... Continue reading

Posted Sep 18, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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Ralph Lauren - The Big Pony Collection Coffret

It never hurts to have a little something for the guys! Ralph Lauren has launched a team of frances to match the polo tees with th oversized logo. There are four members of this team: #1 - Sporty - This fragrance is mixture of lime and grapefruit. It has a... Continue reading

Posted Sep 16, 2010 at The Glamour Guide Beauty Blog

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