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[purrtykitty]

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Originally Posted by shontay07108 I just added your blog to my favorites. Very cool. I've been thinking about a blog, also. Heaven knows I have the time. Maybe soon. I love the name of your blog, too. I also have an obsession with makeup/cats.

Thank you! You guys' support means so much to me!

 

[stv578]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Oh, this will totally crack you guys up. I told you guys that I exfoliate with Chanel's Eclat in the peachy pink squeeze tube - well, OPI makes a smoothing pedicare lotion in almost the exact same size & color squeeze tube you guessed it - I used the OPI pedicure lotion on my face instead No harm done I guess

I love hearing all your funny stories, it's good to know I'm not alone! Except when I do it, the result is personal injury! I used a toner once with salicylic acid in it instead of my eye make-up remover. Oh my did that hurt!

 

[stv578]

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Coconut, I checked my tube of Retin-A and it is .025%, which I'm pretty sure is the lowest strength. Definitely go for one with a cream base instead of a gel.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by stv578 I love hearing all your funny stories, it's good to know I'm not alone! Except when I do it, the result is personal injury! I used a toner once with salicylic acid in it instead of my eye make-up remover. Oh my did that hurt!

Ooh, ouch - that would sting!

I do the craziest things some times

Hubby said the other day - I've been entertaining him for all these years

Duh! I entertain myself with all my craziness

 

[stv578]

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Um, Karin, Elegant... the two of you talking about Anthropologie made me decide to have a look at the site. That wasn't a good idea! I'll be good for now because I've definitely over spent on make-up, but I'm ordering one cardigan! And this after my j.crew package just arrived with two cardigans in it!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by stv578 Um, Karin, Elegant... the two of you talking about Anthropologie made me decide to have a look at the site. That wasn't a good idea! I'll be good for now because I've definitely over spent on make-up, but I'm ordering one cardigan! And this after my j.crew package just arrived with two cardigans in it!

Oh NO! I'm waiting for 2 Jcrew packages myself

 

[stv578]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Oh NO! I'm waiting for 2 Jcrew packages myself

That is too funny! Even funnier if you ordered a cardigan!

Oh how nice it would be if we could actually spend a day shopping together!

 

[purrtykitty]

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I haven't hit up J. Crew lately, but fortunately I have a gift card to use, so no money out-of-pocket. Yay!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by stv578 That is too funny! Even funnier if you ordered a cardigan! Oh how nice it would be if we could actually spend a day shopping together!

Oh I would sooooo love that! I've actually often thought of that.

We would have so much fun for sure.

No cardigan. I got a pair of white crop pants & a dress.

 

[coconut]

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Originally Posted by Purple I looooove Mythic very much!! I´m always in search of the perfect nude and I think I found the right one, specially to complement the smoky eyes look. I have a swatch of Mythic on my pigmented lips:

Looks fantastic on you - the perfect nude!

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Originally Posted by Camnagem Wow...looking at that picture with all of the quads was dangerous! Now I want Dunes, Kaska and Dreams. All of this talk/info about Retin-A is great, I really love this thread for so many reasons. Anyway, I used Philosophy's Help Me retinol night treatment a while back. I didn't have any irritation/flakies/redness at all, but I also didn't really see or feel any noticeable difference in my skin. Maybe I didn't use it for long enough, I know they say retinol takes a while of continued use to kick in. At any rate, I'm thinking of trying another version and my eyes are sort of set on Dermadoctor's Poetry in Lotion. Apparently it's much more potent, and should be started out only at night (as the sole product after cleansing), every other night or even less. I have zero experience in the brand but this product sounds like a powerhouse. Any of you tried this or anything else from the brand? Here's a link to the product: Sephora: Dermadoctor POETRY in Lotion: Aging

Haven't heard of that product, but let us know how it goes if you get it. I was thinking of trying the Help Me product at some point. It's probably true that you need to use it for a while, especially if you are using a lower strength product.

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Oh, this will totally crack you guys up. I told you guys that I exfoliate with Chanel's Eclat in the peachy pink squeeze tube - well, OPI makes a smoothing pedicare lotion in almost the exact same size & color squeeze tube you guessed it - I used the OPI pedicure lotion on my face instead No harm done I guess

I seriously laughed out loud so hard when I read this!

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Originally Posted by stv578 Coconut, I checked my tube of Retin-A and it is .025%, which I'm pretty sure is the lowest strength. Definitely go for one with a cream base instead of a gel.

Thanks for checking!

 

[Hypathya]

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I've been soo busy... Anyway, glad to be around again!! Missed you all.

Boy, this thread is exponentially growing!! I had sooo much to catch on!!

I feel my job here, it's done!!

... Just kidding, I'll continue my Chanel enabling!!

Last friday I went to pick my Les Pop goodies!!

...Sadly, I've been soo busy I haven't opened my package!!

I've got: Nouvelle Vage, Mistral and Riviera nailpolishes, Super and Genial lipsticks and Laser, Pop and Bikini Peach glosses.

I received among others a huge sample of Body Excellence Lait Sublimateur. Will comment on it after testing it. Oh!! and a new cosmetic bag!!

I'm still thinking the bronzers... maybe I'll get them later!!

BTW, my loved SA told me the eyeshadow duos are replacing the irrelle ones and are to be on sale after mid June here, so I'm guessing you US girls, are to get them in two weeks at the most.


Shypo:

Thanks soo much for that amazing info on the fall collection!!
Congrats on your new blog!! I already payed you a visit... can't wait for your next post!!

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Originally Posted by elegant-one ok, I came here to post my mini haul & I couldn't believe your posts! It made me cry seriously - all of your comments are incredibly kind! THANK YOU all most kindly! Ya know how to make an old lady feel good So I got my Rose Petale - man you guys are so right it is beautiful! I also got In Love - that is seriously the prettiest peachy coral soft blush ever. And Mythic I guess we all like similar colors because the recommendations you guys gave are perfect! So my dears, here's what I use with some updates...

Elegant you already know I have you as one of the most beautiful, young (both out and inside), wise and funny girls I've ever known!! You're gorgeous and you'll always be!! You'll die at 200 yrs being the youngest, prettiest, wisest, nicest, coolest and funniest girl ever.

Thanks so much for your tips!!

I'm so excited to know you loved my dear Rose Petale and In Love JC!! Without hesitation best blushes in the universe!!

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ Left to right: Bondi Beach, Bikini Beach, Constellation , Pop, Genial, Mythic, mini Legende, Rose Petale. At the top is Dior Golden Spotlight Does anyone love the JC rose scent? I personally love the smell of a new JC. The scent fades after a while and becomes hardly noticeable.

Awesome haul dear!! Loved the pic!! I couldn't stop staring at it, although I have most of the goodies there!! How addicted am I??

I adore the rose scent... I wish it never fade away!!

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Originally Posted by coconut I noticed on the website that Chanel has an anti-dark circle eye roller. I wonder what that is like? That is my main problem around my eyes at this point.

There are two eye rollers: Eye Tonic and Ultra Correction Total Eye Revitalizer (this one comes with eye patches). Both are the greatest thing ever when it comes to dark circles. The one with the patches it's more effective, but it's a treatment not meant for daily basis. They saved my life during my college and PhD years. Highly, highly, highly recommend them.

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Originally Posted by Winthrop44 When I got home my Dreams quad had arrived & I love it! Thanks to Hypathya for the encouragement on that one!

My pleasure hun!!

So glad you're loving it!!
If you need more Chanel enabling, I'll be glad to oblige!!

stv578:

My best wishes for you and your family on the new house. I know leaving your first will be hard but I'm sure the new one will be a happier and steadier home for your kids to grow.

Camnagem: Congrats on your anniversary holiday!!

I bet you'll have a great time!!

Karin, I'm not subscribed to your blog, but have read the entire thing and love it!!

Thanks for the awesome mani tutorials.

I'll keep visiting!!

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Originally Posted by Bonitinha Does anyone have Exquise RA lipstick?

I have it!!

It's the prettiest spring pink.

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Originally Posted by Purple Hi, girls! Thanks to all of you I started my new addiction: Chanel! I bought Mythic and Beige Felin lipsticks and they are awesome! I also bought Kaska Beige quad, because I´m always in search of the perfect nudes (specially lipsticks and eyeshadows), so here I am trying to learn from your Chanel tips, haha

Hi dear Ana!! Welcome!! You are going to love-hate it here!! Well you will love it, your wallet will hate it!! But I hope you enjoy it and I'm really happy to have you around!!

 

[Shypo]

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Has anyone checked out the BB TSV on QVC yet? I'm considering it - though I tend not to use the lip palettes much.....the gloss and the eye palette might be worth the price, but I'm thinking it over but I may pass

- any other takers?

 

[Miss QQ]

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Originally Posted by Hypathya Last friday I went to pick my Les Pop goodies!! ...Sadly, I've been soo busy I haven't opened my package!! I've got: Nouvelle Vage, Mistral and Riviera nailpolishes, Super and Genial lipsticks and Laser, Pop and Bikini Peach glosses. Awesome haul dear!! Loved the pic!! I couldn't stop staring at it, although I have most of the goodies there!! How addicted am I?? I adore the rose scent... I wish it never fade away! There are two eye rollers: Eye Tonic and Ultra Correction Total Eye Revitalizer (this one comes with eye patches). Both are the greatest thing ever when it comes to dark circles. The one with the patches it's more effective, but it's a treatment not meant for daily basis. They saved my life during my college and PhD years. Highly, highly, highly recommend them.

Hello!

Enjoy your Les Pop Up goodies! Thank you.

I am enjoy all the items I bought. I haven't try Bikini Peach yet, maybe tomorrow I will!

And I'm lemming for Super! I want it right now!

Great! Found a lover of the JC rose scent! I wish the blush smells that good forever too.

I have very dark eye circles and the rollers and patches sound amazing. I've seen them at the counter but I think they are pricey. Probably I'll buy them when I decided to spoil myself or do an impulse purchase when I'm in a lousy mood. Or I will buy them for an intensive treatment when I have a special occasion, like my wedding or something.

I wore Legende today and love it.

It is a little bolder than what I would wear everyday, such as Mademoiselle and Gardenia, but it is that perfect in between of pink and red.

 

[stv578]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Oh I would sooooo love that! I've actually often thought of that. We would have so much fun for sure.

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Originally Posted by Hypathya stv578: My best wishes for you and your family on the new house. I know leaving your first will be hard but I'm sure the new one will be a happier and steadier home for your kids to grow.

Thanks hon! Welcome back!
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Originally Posted by Miss QQ Great! Found a lover of the JC rose scent! I wish the blush smells that good forever too. I wore Legende today and love it. It is a little bolder than what I would wear everyday, such as Mademoiselle and Gardenia, but it is that perfect in between of pink and red.

I love the rose scent too! Love just aboutt anything to do with roses, rose prints, rose scents, even food with rose flavouring!

DH bought me two dozen roses on mother's day, half cream coloured half coral. They were stunning!

I have yet to wear Legende, was one of the first Rouge Coco's that I bought, love the colour but afraid to wear it!

 

[Bonitinha]

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Hypathya ~ Nice to see you! You must have been busy if you haven't torn into your package of Chanel goodies yet! Let me know how you like Bikini Peach -- I have been wanting that one for a while! I am waiting for Chanel to do free shipping again

 

[coconut]

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Originally Posted by Hypathya There are two eye rollers: Eye Tonic and Ultra Correction Total Eye Revitalizer (this one comes with eye patches). Both are the greatest thing ever when it comes to dark circles. The one with the patches it's more effective, but it's a treatment not meant for daily basis. They saved my life during my college and PhD years. Highly, highly, highly recommend them.

Glad to hear a review on these products! So you've tried them both? What is the difference between them and just how pricey are they?

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ I have very dark eye circles and the rollers and patches sound amazing. I've seen them at the counter but I think they are pricey. Probably I'll buy them when I decided to spoil myself or do an impulse purchase when I'm in a lousy mood. Or I will buy them for an intensive treatment when I have a special occasion, like my wedding or something.

You know, I'm not sure if Chanel has more than one kind of eye patch, but I'm pretty sure I've read really good reviews on them somewhere...maybe Makeup Alley? I think they are really expensive and you don't get that many, so definitely good before vacations, weddings, or other events. I wonder if the eye roller on it's own might be a better option for everyday use? I think I've read reviews on that one too, but most people said it was useless. But you always have to take reviews with a grain of salt!

 

[purrtykitty]

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That sounds like a fantastic haul, Hypathya! Enjoy all those goodies!

 

[Camnagem]

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Originally Posted by Hypathya Camnagem: Congrats on your anniversary holiday!! I bet you'll have a great time!!

Thank you, I'm super excited!! Welcome back!

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Originally Posted by Shypo Has anyone checked out the BB TSV on QVC yet? I'm considering it - though I tend not to use the lip palettes much.....the gloss and the eye palette might be worth the price, but I'm thinking it over but I may pass - any other takers?

I can't make up my mind on the BB TSV! I want the eye palette, don't care for lip palettes, the gloss and the gel liner are plusses...hmm. I think I'm gonna pass, but I really, really, don't want to.

By the way, loved your skincare favorites on the new blog! I've been thinking about trying that Neutrogena serum for a while now. How long did it take for you to notice any results? Any irritation/redness or flakies? They're having a full one hour show on QVC today with new items from that line as well, I'll be checking it out...and I'll probably order at least something to try, lol.

 

[Camnagem]

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Do any of you have Arlequin or Maline Glossimers? I'd love to hear what any of you think of either.

To those who have Mythic already...do you think MAC's Boy Bait would work as the gloss topper? If not, any suggestions? I tend to like creamy glosses for nude lips, but I'm not opposed to sparkles!!

I'm already mentally putting together my Vegas make-up kit and I'm SO bummed about missing Super. Between now and then I'll have to find another bright pink to fill that hole...bummer, more shopping.

 

[Hypathya]

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ Hello! Enjoy your Les Pop Up goodies! Thank you. I am enjoy all the items I bought. I haven't try Bikini Peach yet, maybe tomorrow I will! And I'm lemming for Super! I want it right now! Great! Found a lover of the JC rose scent! I wish the blush smells that good forever too. I have very dark eye circles and the rollers and patches sound amazing. I've seen them at the counter but I think they are pricey. Probably I'll buy them when I decided to spoil myself or do an impulse purchase when I'm in a lousy mood. Or I will buy them for an intensive treatment when I have a special occasion, like my wedding or something. I wore Legende today and love it. It is a little bolder than what I would wear everyday, such as Mademoiselle and Gardenia, but it is that perfect in between of pink and red.

Thanks dear!!

I've missed you and our raves!!

The patches are pricey and yes, they're meant as a special occasions treatment or as a weekly cure.

If you decide to get them, you won't regret it.

Believe me.

If I had to pick two items from the skincare line, hands down they would be the Solution Dessestresante and the Ultra Correction Total Eye Revitalizer. Best skincare purchases I've ever done. As I said they saved me big during my college and graduate school, when I used to have around 2-3 sleep hours a day.

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Originally Posted by Bonitinha Hypathya ~ Nice to see you! You must have been busy if you haven't torn into your package of Chanel goodies yet! Let me know how you like Bikini Peach -- I have been wanting that one for a while! I am waiting for Chanel to do free shipping again

Thanks dear!!

Of course I will comment on Bikini Peach!!

Oh!! May I say your girls are the cutest and prettiest??!! You guys look adorable!!

I wish I had girls like yours!!

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Originally Posted by coconut Glad to hear a review on these products! So you've tried them both? What is the difference between them and just how pricey are they? You know, I'm not sure if Chanel has more than one kind of eye patch, but I'm pretty sure I've read really good reviews on them somewhere...maybe Makeup Alley? I think they are really expensive and you don't get that many, so definitely good before vacations, weddings, or other events. I wonder if the eye roller on it's own might be a better option for everyday use? I think I've read reviews on that one too, but most people said it was useless. But you always have to take reviews with a grain of salt!

Yes I have tried them both!!

Eye Tonic: It's roller eye serum. It's really refreshing and instantly brightens up the eye area. It's for daily use and if I remember correctly, it costs the same as the Beauté Initiale Eye cream. It's very much alike the Granier one, except for the part this one really works. When I got the Garnier one, I felt ripped off... I wasted money.

Ultra Correction Total Eye Revitalizer: It's a pack of eye patches (10) that comes with a mini eye roller. It's like the Eye Tonic, but with steroids. You must apply the roller generously before putting the patch on then wait like half an hour or what ever you want and then peel them off. You'll be left with amazingly bright and rested eyes. I've even used them once I cried until I sleep... you'd imagine my eyes in the morning. Won't tell you I was left like nothing happened, but they definitely and noticeable improved my eye area.

I don't remember exactly how pricey they were, but must tell you the eye roller they come with has last me up to 6 months. Once you're out of patches, you can use the "mini" roller as an eye serum for a long time. So I feel it's a good investment.

There were another eye patches from Chanel, but they were discontinued when the Total Eye Revitalizer were released. They didn't come with a roller and it was also a pack of 10.

Hope I helped. If you have further questions, don't hesitate asking.

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty That sounds like a fantastic haul, Hypathya! Enjoy all those goodies!

Thanks darling!!