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Estee Lauder Projectionist High Definition Volume MascaraWhile it could be argued that this mascara does more for length and definition than it does for volume (despite a "VolumAire formula" that's supposed to provide lift), who really cares when lashes look this great? Each lash looks incredibly long and dark, yet remains individually defined for an overall natural fin...More |
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Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting LipstickThese stubby sticks go on thick enough to leave tint on your lips after depositing color on your Diet Coke can -- upholding the very definition of "long-lasting." Unlike drying semi-permanent lipsticks of the past, castor oil and nourishing vitamins give this one a moist finish. Mostly muted hues like Rose Tea or ...More |
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Estee Lauder Pleasures Eau de Parfum SprayEstee Lauder Pleasures, a sophisticated scent, makes me think of a summer garden party (or at least what I imagine a summer garden party would smell like). White lily dominates floral top notes including peony, followed by a base of sandalwood and patchouli that become obvious as the perfume dries down. Though it smells as ...More |
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Estee Lauder Private Collection Tuberose Gardenia Eau de Parfum SprayGardenia lovers take note: The Nature Intact technology used to create Estee Lauder Private Collection Tuberose Gardenia means you'll get a straight-from-the-garden scent. Close your eyes and you'll think you're smelling a fresh gardenia -- one that's a touch more dressed up and dazzling. The floral juice is romantic and fl...More |
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Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening MascaraEstee Lauder Double Wear Mascara is a winner. The long-wearing formula adds natural-looking length and gives you clump-free, nicely separated lashes. It won't smudge or budge all day (even in humidity) yet it washes away easily with cleanser and warm water. A few residual bits of product may linger after cleansing but they ...More |
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Estee Lauder Lash XL Maximum Length MascaraThis mascara actually lengthens lashes with "stretchable silk micro-fibers," but unlike some fiber-full formulas (Maybelline New York Intense XXL), you don't notice the fibers in this. It claims to lengthen by 50 percent, but 20 percent is more like it -- totally acceptable for a product you simply brush on. It do...More |
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Estee Lauder Pure Color Nail Lacquer"Lacquer" says it all. It delivers bold, bright color in one quick-drying coat, and stands up to its claims of being "so shiny it looks wet." Another plus? The chip factor is seriously low -- even without being protected by a top coat. The museum-glass-thick bottle is cute and practically shatter-proof. ...More |
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Estee Lauder Body Performance Anti-Cellulite/Anti-Fluid Advanced Visible Contouring SerumThis blue gel does a pretty good job of reducing the look of cellulite. The caffeine-rich Brazilian guarana seeds and Chinese black tea did seem to release "trapped fluid" (thighs looked tighter within an hour after application). It gets points for fat-burning conjugated linoleic acid and collagen-boosting peptide...More |
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Estee Lauder Artist's Eye PencilEstee Lauder Artist's Eye Pencil is an easy-to-use, soft pencil with strong, matte color in eight shades. It's great for those who are new to eyeliner. It doesn't exactly glide on like butter, but after a few passes you'll have a dramatic line that can be softened with the attached smudger (or a fingertip). The pencil's thi...More |
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Estee Lauder High GlossWith the launch of this tube gloss, Estée Lauder took a step out of the "your mom's brand" territory into more fashionista-friendly terrain. It's non-sticky, delightfully glossy and comes in 15 classic shades. (Tip: Blush is a nice neutral.) Although it's one step in the fashionista evolution, they have...More |

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