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Don't shoot the messenger chicks, but yes, that time of the year is almost here. September is creeping up and that means it's time to head back to class. While most people think of New Years as the time to start fresh, I actually think that a new school year makes for the perfect occasion. Even though I've stopped the going back to school ritual, I still like to think of September as a...
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Lipstains are one of my very favourite products of all time. I love a pigmented colour that goes on in just one sweep and I love how long lasting they are. Tell me that I get colour and that I don't have to keep constantly reapplying and I'm yours in an instant. 

Through my lipstain addiction and in my quest to find the absolute best, I've come to the conclusion that not all...
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We talked recently about that 'eeek!' moment when you realize halfway through the day that an evil red pimple is starting to appear on your face. Now, continuing our list of beauty issues that seem to jump up on you, this week we are discussing...The Bad Hair Day. 

As a curly haired lady, I have indeed had my share of bad hair days. Sometimes, it's a smoothing / straightening...
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This week, I was in a hairspirational mood. I've been trying to get my damaged hair back into healthy, tip top shape. So I've been researching, experimenting and playing around with all different products. 

I wanted to pass along some of that hairspiration to you chicks! This week, we're giving away two hair product prize packs. What's in them?

 
Herbal Essences...
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Next to foundation, blush is definitely my must-have beauty product. It gives me a healthy, flushed glow and it helps to define my cheekbones for a more sculpted face. There is no shortage of blush in my makeup bag, but I swear, I totally need every, single, one! 

There's always a new blush to try and I'm forever on the search for the perfect one so I'm in need of your help!...
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The Olympics are in full swing and we want to know if you chicks are in the sporty spirit? 

I'll admit that I'm not the most athletic person, but when the Olympics come around, it puts me in quite the festive mood! It seems I'm not the only one. Whether it's Olympic inspired makeup or fashion, everyone seems to have a case of Olympic fever. 

Just check out how...
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You've woken up late for work, you're in a rush and you still can't find anything good/clean to wear in your closet (are yoga pants office appropriate?). Makeup isn't your priority, but you still want to look your best and presentable (afterall, isn't that big meeting today?). 

What you need is a makeup quickie. A look that you can put together in a few minutes that leaves...
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As far as I'm concerned, nude liners are one of the best kept makeup secrets. Maybe it's just me and my makeup newbie self, but I had actually never considered all the great uses for a nude liner until Mandy brought them to my attention. 

Nude liners are similar to white liners, in their uses and effects. However, nude has the added benefit of being more subtle. White liners can look...
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That inkling you get when you feel an evil eruption on your face about to surface, is probably one of the worst feelings. It might start as a small pain while you're sitting at your desk at work, or maybe just a bit of redness while you're window shopping on the weekend; but by the time you get home, you've got a full blown 'yikes' situation. 

It's happened to me way...
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Alright chicks, by now, you know the drill. This week we've got two contests for you and two (pretty amazing) prize packs to be won! 

'Get to the prizes!', you might be saying. Well, all right then! Let's jump right in! Here's what you can win this week:
 
Prize Pack #1 


CoverGirl Eye Enhancers Eyeshadow Quad in Sugar Coated (C$6.39) 
Marc Anthony Salon...
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