Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Nov 6, 2009, 4:36 pm
Shenanigans. So, DuWop has a "Twilight" version of their popular Lip Venom.  The Twilight Venom contains the clear cinnamon-laced gloss, red globules of pigment that are supposed to look like blo...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Nov 6, 2009, 3:20 pm
These are the products I'm loving this week! Mally Beauty High Shine Liquid Lipstick Cover Girl LashBlast mascara Bobbi Brown Gel Liner Mally Beauty Cancellation Concealer System Too...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Nov 6, 2009, 2:09 pm
*insert eyeroll here* Anyone who knows me knows how much I love vampires.  As a matter of fact, I love fantasy and fantastical creatures of all kinds, but the creatures of the night - the ones...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Nov 3, 2009, 3:22 pm
While deodorant is not one of the things that I usually review here on The Life of A Ladybug, it is clearly a product that goes a long way toward beautifying oneself, wouldn't you say?  I mea...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 23, 2009, 4:42 pm
I have been blatantly obvious about my feelings on Maybelline Great Lash mascara.  I am not a fan.  I have never understood how it is the #1 best selling mascara on the market, unless it's bec...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 23, 2009, 3:42 pm
NaturallyCurly.com invites curly girls (and guys!) to embark on the ultimate rewarding journey of "going natural."  The NaturallyCurly.com 2009 Grow Out Challenge dares you to experience the liberat...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 22, 2009, 4:54 pm
For the Holiday season 2009. Estée Lauder is introducing two new collections: Ultimate Red Color and Holiday 2009 Compacts. The Ultimate Red Color Collection is all about opulence.  The classic ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 22, 2009, 4:41 pm
Back by popular demand, this Asia-exclusive refillable palette features your favorite trios from the sold-out Barbie palette.  A $96 value for only $28! It's only available here, so get it no...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 17, 2009, 8:00 am
This holiday season, NARS wraps up its 15th Anniversary with a collection offering deep and bold shades infused with festive shimmer! NARS SOFT TOUCH SHADOW PENCIL - $24 Sure to be a favorite fo...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 16, 2009, 11:27 am
This years marks the 5th anniversary of Ouidad's charity, Curls for a Cure.  Because breast cancer is a 24/7 disease - not just in Octobe - Ouidad matches dollar-for-dollar any donations made to ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 16, 2009, 11:15 am
Clarins invites you to "Sow the Seeds of Great Skin" as they unveil their new counter and celebrate the new beauty floor at Bloomingdale's 59th Street.  The plants and flowers used to create the ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 16, 2009, 11:06 am
Miko and Titi Branch, stylists and creators of Miss Jessie's (www.missjessies.com) line of curly hair products, will be hosting a one day only event at Wilshire Beauty (www.wilshirebeauty.com), ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 15, 2009, 11:00 am
Gowns designed by FIDM students for the Torrid House of Dreams Fashion Event are being auctioned off to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation.  The gowns were modeled by the seven Torrid Mode...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 15, 2009, 10:24 am
NARS Lipgloss in Belize Laura Geller Blush 'n Brighten in Raspberry and Boysenberry purple
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 2, 2009, 8:00 am
 Aveda is raising funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) by selling a limited edition, 150 ml/5 oz tube of Hand ... the month of October, Aveda will donate $4 from the sale of eac...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 1, 2009, 1:51 pm
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, ULTA is raising money for a cure and to bring awareness to the disease. During the month of October, every ULTA location wi...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Oct 1, 2009, 8:00 am
This October, La Mer will make a donation of $30,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation in connection with the North American sales of Créme de la Mer.  A special pink box has been created for...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 29, 2009, 2:20 pm
When the air gets brisk and the sweaters come out, I begin reaching for my richer, deeper lip colors.  Don't you?  I do love the look of a gloss, but it just seems that when the leaves turn and ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 26, 2009, 8:00 am
Shiseido Cosmetics America is partnering with Cancer and Careers, the philanthropic arm of Cosmetics Executive Women (CEW), for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  In support of this initiative, Shiseido...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 25, 2009, 4:21 pm
The seasons are changing and you're not the only one getting a wardrobe makeover!  The adorable little Harajuku Lovers fragrances are coming back out, bundled up for the winter! Harajuku Love...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 25, 2009, 4:11 pm
I have to say, as much as i love MAC, and God knows I do, I am not usually all that impressed with their mascaras.  And that is the case here.  MAC's new Zoom Fast Black Lash mascara is supposed...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 25, 2009, 3:51 pm
I am lover of Stila's ubiquitous Kitten eyeshadow, so how fun is it that they have now come out with a new Kitten Lip Glaze?  It will leave your lips with a beautiful champagne finish.  Now you ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 25, 2009, 3:40 pm
Once again, we have a great red carpet look, featuring mark. cosmetics!  Check out that cat eye - gorg! How to Get Kaye’s Stunning look:   Eyes “Kaye wore a gorgeous r...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 24, 2009, 3:56 pm
Curel Itch Defense Skin Balancing Moisture Lotion is designed to rebalance and restore skin to its natural moisture levels.  It has even shown signs of being helpful for those who suffer from eczema....
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 24, 2009, 3:30 pm
Look at how luscious those lips are, y'all!  I love the Dazzleglass in its original form and I love the Cremesheen Glass ... so what does MAC do?  They combine them!  Swoon! My lemmings in ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 24, 2009, 2:57 pm
I am a creature of the night.  I love all things dark, decadent and devilishly delicious.  So, it is no wonder that I am ridiculously in love with MAC's collection Style Black. I'm itali...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 24, 2009, 11:34 am
Now on counters is MAC Trend F/W '09! Fragrance Asphalt Flower: Glossy violet and iris petals cast an ebonized sheen over dark clouds of vanilla and patchouli.  Like a shimmering la...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 18, 2009, 3:20 pm
Today, if you sign up for Glamour’s free style video series, 20 Outfit Ideas from America’s Most Stylish People, you’ll automatically receive an email coupon for an in-store stress-relief packag...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 17, 2009, 8:00 am
I was so sad to hear of the passing of Patrick Swayze.  What is it with the deaths of so many icons this year? I know I'm not the only one who was inspired to dance by "Dirty Dancing."Â...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 15, 2009, 4:53 pm
So, it seems that Beyoncé is joining the bajillions of other celebs who have decided to put out their own fragrance line (Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, Queen Latifah, Ha...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 15, 2009, 4:34 pm
SHOW: Marc Jacobs LEAD ARTIST: François Nars, Founder and Creative Director of NARS Cosmetics TREND: Theatrical Makeup INSPIRATION: The look of the Marc Jacobs collection was inspired by the contem...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 10, 2009, 8:53 am
It's been way too long since I posted a "Hotter than Hell" pick.  Problem is, I'm not finding any dudes that I'm feeling passionate about lately.  I mean, I could write weekly odes to Al...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 4, 2009, 8:49 am
Y'all!  Y'all.  I have found two magnificent mascaras to share with you!  Of course, you know that yours truly is constantly on the hunt for the perfect mascara.  I'm not sure that "pe...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 2, 2009, 1:39 pm
Tune into to HSN today and tomorrow to see Stila Pro Jeanne Tamayo take over the airwaves!  Jeanne will be featuring exclusive Stila sets for HSN, as well as sharing insider beauty secrets.
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 2, 2009, 1:34 pm
My favorite beauty brand, MAC, provides make-up to beaucoup movies, theater and TV shows.  Among them is Mad Men, one of my favorite shows and, arguably, one of the best shows on TV.  The subtlety o...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 2, 2009, 12:52 pm
Bobbi Brown has updated her Long Wear Cream Shadows by adding the new Metallic Long-Wear Cream Shadow Collection.  The original Long-Wear Cream Shadow is award-winning and these new highly shimmery, ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 2, 2009, 11:38 am
Mattése Elite Lipstick is new to me.  The glamorous flat black tube looks great standing alongside my plethora of MAC, NARS and Bobbi Brown lipsticks.  These lipsticks offer full coverage but also ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 1, 2009, 2:47 pm
Lippman Collection is celebrating their 10th Anniversary this month!  To kick off the celebration, they are giving away a $50 gift certificate to every 10th customer who makes a purchase on www.lippm...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Sep 1, 2009, 2:43 pm
Beauty Ticket has a Pop Beauty Steal of the Week.  Pop Beauty's luscious Ribbon Gloss is only $4.99 (regularly $16) and Mini Ribbon Gloss is $2.99 (regularly $10).  Stock up now!
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 29, 2009, 10:35 am
Take a moment and read the best to be found in beauty blogging this week - only from the Beauty Blog Network! Enter for a chance to win LashMantra Eyelash Growth Serum, a triple pack of Swerve nec...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 27, 2009, 11:00 pm
Um, will you please look at Justin Timberlake in this chair?  He is so scrumdiddlyumptious that it's just stupid.  Anyway ... Givenchy has announced their new fragrance for men, PLAY, featuring ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 27, 2009, 4:08 pm
ULTA is now offering exclusive discounts during "College Day!"  On the first Tuesday of every month, bring your college student ID to any ULTA location and receive exclusive discounts on a selection ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 27, 2009, 3:58 pm
The first encounter I've ever had with Korres' skincare line is the Materia Herba Toning Cleansing Foam and if their entire skincare line is like this, then I've been missing out!  The fo...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 26, 2009, 5:19 pm
This is the NARS Eyeliner Pencil in Kalisté.  It is gorge, no?  Truth is, I am always drawn to anything turquoise or teal.  It is the mixture of the colors blue and green - it's soothing and y...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 26, 2009, 4:03 pm
Check 'em out!  Stila Smudge Pots can be used as liners or as shadows and these new colors are just way too cute.  If you're a Barbie lover, a Stila sweetie or just into the look of a gel...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 25, 2009, 3:48 pm
Kryolan is the world's oldest and largest professional make-up company and was the official cosmetics sponsor for this year's Miss Universe pageant (Congrats to Miss Venezuela, BTW!).  Click ...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 25, 2009, 3:39 pm
Shape has announced their sixth annual "Beauty Award" winners.  Each winning product is "good for you".   Nearly 5000 readers, beauty pros and Shape editors cast their votes on their favorite beaut...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 21, 2009, 12:56 am
This gorgeous creature is my dance friend, Azhia.  As Azhia, she is a bellydancer extraordinaire, having been named Belly Dancer of the Universe 2003.  Being a wonderful make-up artist, as well as a...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 19, 2009, 11:00 pm
Saturday was my aunt's birthday and the family took her out for dinner.  Earlier that day, I'd gotten an Ulta flyer in the mail and, to my delight, learned that, with a $30 fragrance purch...
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Toya M. posted an article on The Life of a Ladybug - Aug 19, 2009, 6:16 pm
Tarte is having their annual Family & Friends Sale - 40% off everything!  Use code FF09, valid through August 24th.  You'll get Free Shipping on orders of $60 or more. This week on Naturally...
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