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It’s a myth that only oily skin gets breakouts. It’s a fact that all skin types can suffer from breakouts. Most skin care products made for breakouts contain ingredients that dry out the skin, so if you have normal

Going Back to School with Clear Skin

It’s that time of year again… the kids are going back to school. The first day of school if happening for a lot of students now and in the near future and everyone

MAC Love Me Lipstick Collection

When MAC Cosmetics launches a new lipstick, you better believe I am all over it. Especially when it is a new, revolutionary formula. The new MAC Love Me Lipstick was made to express the love and respect

Moroccanoil Sun Protection Favorites

I can't believe that August is here and well under way, in fact. Just because the end of the warm summer months are near, we still have a good two months of fun in the sun to be had — at least here in the Northeast.

Maintaining Beautiful Hair with Schwarzkopf® Keratin Color

Having beautiful hair is something I strive for. Gone are the days of spending half your paycheck and hours at the salon for treatments and color. With products like

Special Care for Blonde Hair

I have some a blend of blonde hair. It’s not natural and I will honestly admit that. I have been dying my hair lighter shades and different shades of blonde for probably thirty years.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019: Not to Miss Skincare Exclusives

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale continues on now through August 4th. If you are a savvy beauty shopper, you already know that these values and skincare

NARS 25: NARS Iconic Lipstick Collection

Happy National Lipstick Day beauties! If there is ever a day for us beauty lovers to get excited about it is today. NARS is celebrating National Lipstick Day in a really BIG way

IT’s Your Skin But Better! Today's Special Value

It’s no secret that I love IT Cosmetics. The CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ was the second product I tried from IT (the Bye Bye Undereye Concealer was the first) and I still use both to this day.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019: Top 19 Makeup Exclusives

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is finally open to all shoppers and if you haven’t had a chance to shop yet, I’ve got the goods on all the best makeup exclusives from

NARS Private Paradise Collection

NARS has pulled out all the stops for the brand new, Nordstrom exclusive Private Paradise Collection. Inspired by Motu Tane, Francois Nars’ beloved island, this lineup is glow-enhancing with

Facing the Summer with Skincare from CVS

I love the summer sun, long beach days and late night barbecues. The summer wreaks havoc on my skin, though. All the sunscreen, sweat and extra makeup at night takes its toll.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019: 19 Items on My Beauty Wishlist

Nordstrom shoppers…it is time to shop for all of the best deals of the year as far as Nordstrom sales go. I’ve got all the details of this years 2019 Nordstrom

8 Beauty Innovations You Need to Try

I am all about the latest and greatest in beauty especially when it comes to innovative beauty. I am talking beauty products and tools that deliver results, do something

Brow Power for the Eyebrow Obsessed

Eyebrows have been on trend and a bit of an obsession for the last few years. I should says, many years. It has come to a point where beauty brands have created entire lines

4th of July Essentials: Red Lipstick, White Tee + Denim

Celebrating Independence Day in the United States is the summertime celebration. I always look forward to the 4th of July holiday and the festivities. My 4th

Moroccanoil Must-Haves

It goes without saying that Moroccanoil is a brand that has changed the industry. What started with the original Moroccanoil Argan Oil Treatment and has grown into a complete line of hair care and bath

NARS Sephora Summer Exclusives

Shopping at Sephora has got to be one of my favorite past times. Let’s be honest; shopping for makeup is one of my favorite things to do. When Sephora has beauty exclusives, especially from

IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better Primer+ Review

IT Cosmetics is at it again! The brand known for amazing complexion products has just launched — finally — a makeup primer. IT Cosmetics Your Skin

MAC Electric Wonder Collection

When I saw the new MAC Cosmetics Electric Wonder Collection, I knew that I would be liking a lot of it. I honestly don’t think there is a product in the makeup collection that I won’t

Saving at the Drugstore + More

I am constantly shopping at my local drugstore and for much more than just beauty products. Sure, I love scoping out the beauty aisles for lipstick and new makeup launches, but I am

New for Summer: Origins Mega-Mushroom Hydra Burst Gel Lotion

If you like lighter weight skin care products for summer, like me, then you’ll want to know about the latest launch from Origins. The new

10 NEW Bronzers to Give Skin a Natural Sun-Kissed Glow

I use bronzer all year round to warm up my skins complexion, but in the summertime, I go a bit more heavy handed with my bronzer. Yes, I love

Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops

At first glance, you may think that Drunk Elephant’s D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops is some sort of gel bronzer. You would be very wrong. Sunshine Drops is a

pixi Beauty Glow Collection

pixi Beauty started a revolution with the iconic Glow Tonic. Glow Tonic is a must-have for your skin care regimen. This is a product that I use each and every day, twice a day. It’s a toner (I’ll explain

Currently Obsessed: Nordstrom Beauty Exclusives for Summer 2019

I could spend hours in Nordstrom. Particularly the beauty department. The Nordstrom beauty department is unlike any

Urban Decay Says Sparkle Out Loud

This summer, Urban Decay is throwing it back and in a big way! The brand that we know to go out all is bringing us back to the glory days of glitter by introducing shinier-than-ever shades

Summer Skin Prep: 10 Skin Care Products You Need Now

With Summer and warmer weather right around the corner, summer skin prep is top of mind. Now is the perfect time to shed those extra layers of dead skin

Beauty Must-Haves from the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale

I can’t really say it much better than the title of this post; I have gathered up all the best beauty buys and beauty must-haves from the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale.

The Disney Aladdin Collection by MAC Cosmetics

The Disney Aladdin movie is in theatres today, May 24th, and I will be one of the many going to see it over the long weekend. When I heard that there was

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August 07, 2008

Beauty Duty.

August 07, 2008/ Teri Cosenzi

Oy - I am a bit late with this weeks Beauty Duty edition. Sorry ladies and gents! Anyway, better late than never, right?

A Touch of Blusher talks about Paul & Joe's lilac eyeshadow.

Makeup Moxie reviews the new Revlon Beyond Natural Skin Matching Makeup.

SugarShock Beauty gets in on the bright lip trend with Three Custom Color's Light Brights.

Where are the rest of my beauty duty friends??? lol - Enjoy!

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A beauty blog about expert beauty tips, makeup reviews and the beauty products that work the best! Started in 2001 as one of the original beauty blogs, Beautiful Makeup Search was created by Teri Cosenzi, a savvy beauty expert. As a busy Mom to four, she is committed to finding makeup and skincare that simply works and works well.