Category Archives: Beauty

in celebration of ten years, tarte’s giving a $10 discount on online orders

Girlawhirl can’t imagine her make up routine without Tarte’s Cheek Stain. She loves the natural glow that comes from the easy to blend gel. It’s the product that launched the line ten years ago and in celebration of ten great … Continue reading 

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an unbeatable deal from korres: 10 high def eye lining pencils for $32.50

Girlawhirl’s been a fan of Korres eye lining pencils for years – great colors, a creamy texture that applies without tugging but stays on all day – and a formula that contains none of the chemicals and additives that she … Continue reading 

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girlawhirl’s summer favorites

As Girlawhirl can see summer’s end approaching, she’s starting to think about how her routine will change as fall kicks in. But before she can move forward to a new season – she’s calling attention to some of her summertime … Continue reading 

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josie maran’s gogo mascara: when girlawhirl gets one, maran gives one away

Girlawhirl remains rather conservative when it comes to mascara – and while she strives for lush and full lashes as much as any other woman she knows – she usually sticks to what she knows and loves. It seems that … Continue reading 

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nars midsummer dream limited edition kit gives girlawhirl a light and pretty alternative to bronzers

More often than not, Girlawhirl’s summer make up centers around a bit of bronze or and after-sun flush. But with Nars’s Midsummer Dream kit, Girlawhirl can create a light and luminous alternative. The blush duo is light, peachy and dreamy, … Continue reading 

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there’s a new tinted lip sugar from fresh – and it’s perfect for fall

Already addicted to Sugar Rose Tinted Lip Treatment, just the other day Girlawhirl was hoping – as she applied it – that Fresh would offer another color or two. And as if her wish was their command, she’s just discovered … Continue reading 

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green fingers and toes? everyone’s getting in on the act

Girlawhirl’s seeing it more and more often – blue, green and turquoise fingers and toes. Whether the polish is matte or high gloss, these unusual shades are eye catching and a pretty change up from the more typical pinks, corals … Continue reading 

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can one product reduce summer shine and work to balance Girlawhirl’s skin?

With the heat of summer upon her, Girlawhirl’s tweaking her make up routine so she can stay fresh faced all day long. And that means not just using products that create a matte effect, but using as few products as … Continue reading 

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laura mercier’s bonne mine palette gives girlawhirl a gorgeous natural glow

As much as she loves all her make up palettes, with their mix of powdery pots full of promise, Girlawhirl’s partial to cream blushes and the natural glow they impart. Which is exactly why she’s in love with Laura Mercier’s … Continue reading 

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Win a $300 gift certificate from bobbi brown cosmetics

Fall’s on the way, so Girlawhirl’s keeping her eye on the new colors and textures in the new clothes and make up that’s starting to hit the stores. One collection that’s caught her eye is Bobbi Brown’s Denim and Rose … Continue reading 

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