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Two Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora!

August 11th, 2012 by Karen 470 Comments

  • WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is Elizabeth! Congratulations, Elizabeth! If you entered but didn’t win this time around, keep trying, and click here to enter any ongoing giveaways before you jet. 🙂

A Makeup and Beauty Blog giveaway
Win a $50 eGift card from Sephora

G’morning and happy CAT-urday! It’s shaping up to be a beautiful day here in Marin County. The sun is shining, not a cloud in the sky, and I have a great big cup of coffee by my side. Hot — just like the spread Tabs did in Playcat a few years back. 🙂

I don’t have much on my plate today. Nothing exciting, at least. Just some housework, laundry (it never ends!), a workout and my grocery shopping. I’ve been totally on a cooking show kick lately, especially Giada at Home and America’s Test Kitchen, so I have all these ideas for meals I’d like to try.

I’m almost done with Angelfall, that young adult book with the fallen angels in it. Turned out to be pretty darn good. If time permits, I might also take another crack at that purple smokey eye from Make Up For Ever’s fall campaign.

Hope your weekend got off to a good start. Before you click away, have you entered this weekend’s Sephora eGift card giveaway? If you win it’s $50. Enough for a well-deserved treat.

What folks are saying…

“Hi Karen. Oh my goodness! I can’t believe I won! :O Thank you so much! You, Tabs, and your blog are amazing! Thank you for keeping me updated on all things beauty and more importantly, for keeping me entertained! Keep doing your thing! Thank you again.”
-Jacqueline

“Thanks so much, Karen. Just in case you were wondering what I got with it, I decided to go with the Clarisonic Mia–I’ve been wanting it for years now, but have never purchased it because of the price. Your eCard helped me finally buy it! I look forward to using it. Thanks again!”
-Jane

“Shut the front door! OMG Karen, you have made my day. 🙂 I’m sick in bed with the flu and this has just cheered me up immensely!!!!!!!! BTW, I’m the one that sent you that pic of my pug in a wig a few weeks back LOL! Thanks again, honestly, I’m beyond giddy right now.”
-Angel

“Oh my goodness! Thank you so much Karen (and Tabs, of course)! I really appreciate this! I’d been eyeing the Anastasia brow pencil in Strawburn to match my red hair!”
-Chelsea (and Jiji the kitten and Quincy the bunny)

“Never before have I been so pleased to check my email right before bed!!! Thank you so, so much! I truly enjoy your blog and check it almost daily! Thanks again! This made my night!”
-Melissa, Edmond, OK

“Hi Karen. Thank you so much, I’m so excited, I’ve never won anything before. My name is Hana … I just turned 25 (today is my birthday!) Yay! Thank you.”
-Hana

Win a $50 gift card from Sephora

  • One (1) Sephora eGift card containing $50 sent to the winner by email (international readers, you may opt to receive $50 sent by PayPal instead).

  • There are two ways to enter, and you can do both of them for two chances to win. First, you can enter by leaving a comment at the bottom of this post, a comment about anything at all, like, do you like cooking shows? Who’s your current celebrity crush? What’s one beauty product that’s always in your purse? Did you wear braces? How often do you wear blush? What’s your stance on bronzer? — you get the idea.
  • Second, you can enter by following me on twitter Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
    • Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! http://bit.ly/P5pAP3

  • The deadline to enter is Sunday, August 12, 2012 at 11:59PM (PT).
  • Entrants must enter using a valid email address and/or Twitter account to win.
  • A maximum of two (2) entries per person — one within the comments at the bottom of this post, and a second entry via Twitter addressed to me @karenmbb.
  • Contest is open to individuals of any country who have reached the age of majority according to their local laws (18 in the United States with these exceptions: Alabama and Nebraska, 19; Mississippi, 21).
  • Sephora eGift Certificates can only be redeemed online and are not valid in stores or available for purchase or redemption in Canada. International winners may opt to substitute the Sephora eGift card prize for $50 sent directly to their email address by PayPal instead.
  • Tabs and I (heretofore referred to as “T-Money and K-Dawg”) will select one (1) winner at random from the entries either left in the comments at the bottom of this blog post or addressed to @karenmbb on Twitter.
  • The winner will be announced here within 48 hours of the deadline.
  • Void where prohibited by law.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

  • WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is Elizabeth! Congratulations, Elizabeth! If you entered but didn’t win this time around, keep trying, and click here to enter any ongoing giveaways before you jet. 🙂

Two Ways to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! / Originally published August 11th, 2012

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  1. Chloe says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:25 am

    I love your blog 🙂

    Reply
  2. Ashley Miller says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:26 am

    Never had braces!

    Reply
  3. Chelsey says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:27 am

    I always have deodorant in my purse.. hey, living in So Cal, you never know when you’ll need it.

    Reply
  4. Nika says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:28 am

    I’ve always wanted to love bronzer, I still do want to, but sadly I just can’t seem to make it work for my face shape :/

    Reply
  5. Stephanie Y says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:28 am

    Watching last day of Olympics…kinda sad it’s over.

    Reply
  6. musical says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Sephora better launch another T-money collection, I’ll keep my eyes peeled for it :).

    Reply
  7. Sunny @ Mostly Sunny says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:29 am

    I wear blush every time I wear makeup, because I find just a pinch of it makes my cheeks way more sculpted!
    Sunny @ Mostly Sunny recently posted … Caudalie Vinexpert Anti-Ageing Serum Eyes and Lips Review

    Reply
  8. Roxanne says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:29 am

    I’m soo excited that Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is getting the graphic novel treatment. Ugh. November. Get here!

    Reply
  9. Toby says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:31 am

    I love cooking shows, but unfortunately, they make me hungry… & I’m a terrible cook, besides. >:

    Reply
  10. Clementine says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:31 am

    Karen, thanks for the chance to win!
    My must-have beauty product is sunscreen and I always keep some in my purse.

    Reply
  11. Emi at Project Swatch says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:31 am

    I always wear blush (if I’m wearing makeup) – it’s just about my favorite product!
    Emi at Project Swatch recently posted … Inglot Soft Precision Eyeliner in 28 Review, Swatches, Photos

    Reply
  12. Rosa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:32 am

    I don’t wear bronzer bc I never use it the right way.

    Reply
  13. Carolyn N. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:32 am

    I remember during freshman year, my friends and I were always watching the food network. lol

    Reply
  14. stephanie shelton says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:32 am

    Hi Karen & Tabs! I would luh-luh-love a sephora gift card…hint hint. Your Saturday sounds perfectly mellow! I should be doing laundry/grocery shopping but I can’t seem to stop watching Olympic rhythmic gymnastic finals. Celeb crush? Ryan Renolds! I can’t live without my MAC lipgloss in pinkarat always in purse, I wore braces twice (still bitter about it), I wear blush every day but only wear bronzer after a beach trip.

    Reply
  15. Lisa Brown says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:32 am

    I love matte blush.

    Reply
  16. Crystal says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:33 am

    I wore braces for 3 years in high school. They were a pain ….. LITERALLY !

    Reply
  17. Jahmaiah says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:33 am

    W mag, knitting books laundry almost folded, pleasant Saturday afternoon

    Reply
  18. Joyce says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:34 am

    I’ve hauled a few things from Tarte when they had their 30% off sale and a lot of Urban Decay’s reformulated eyeshadows. I really need to stop buying eyeshadows, but I just can’t resist the gorgeous metallic finish. *sigh

    Reply
  19. Amanda says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:34 am

    I never wore braces but I wish I had!

    Reply
  20. quimerula says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:36 am

    I’m wearing braces right now!

    Reply
  21. ashleigh says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:38 am

    I hate bronzer I don’t think I can ever pull it off, I love benetint I try to use it everyday. I always have Mac cremesheen in richer lusher in my purse and Korres pomegranate lip butter in my purse

    Reply
  22. Colleen Boudreau says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:40 am

    I’ve never had braces.

    Reply
  23. Christina says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:41 am

    Woohoo! Paying for classes…

    Reply
  24. nicole says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:42 am

    i love your blog, it keeps me updated on new products!!

    Reply
  25. Agata says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:43 am

    Hey Karen,
    Saturday means I am working of course…

    You remember I am sure that i have a blush obsession so I wear it every time I put make up on…I am not a fan of bronzers but I do add some highlighter on the top of my cheeks. Currently MAC Superb is my favorite.

    Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  26. Lori says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:44 am

    i’m a teacher and the school year is about to start. talk about stress!

    Reply
  27. Jess says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:46 am

    Always have lipstick in my purse, always!

    Reply
  28. Nikki A says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:48 am

    Revlon lip butter is always in my bag lately, along with something for oil – blotting paper, mattifier, or pressed powder

    Reply
  29. Katrin says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:49 am

    I love cooking shows. You get so many new good ideas and it is so much fun to try new recipes.

    Reply
  30. marisol says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:49 am

    Celebrity crush would be Ryan Hurst from Sons of Anarchy.

    Reply
  31. Comma F*cker says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:52 am

    I just transferred two prescriptions online. Behold the power of the internets!

    Reply
  32. Abby says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:52 am

    I love cooking shows. The Barefoot Contessa is my favorite. I also love Tyler Florence, back when he did “Tyler’s Ultimate.”

    Reply
  33. Bethany says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:53 am

    Finally bought the Urban Decay smokey palette! Love it…can’t wait to try out some of the smokey eye looks.

    Reply
  34. Tia N says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:56 am

    Once I fall in love with a certain blush, I’ll wear it everyday!

    Reply
  35. Angela says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:57 am

    I was the first kid in my class to wear braces and I thought they were so cool.

    Reply
  36. Jessie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:59 am

    There’s this cooking show called Bitchin’ Kitchen. It’s…really out there. I get a huge kick out of it.

    Reply
  37. Mai says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:00 am

    I’m trying out a new mascara – fingers crossed that it doesn’t smudge on me!

    Reply
  38. Katrina says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:00 am

    I just got done pinning a whole bunch of recipes on pinterest so it’s time I get some lunch in my tummy!

    Reply
  39. Ivy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:03 am

    I don’t like bronzer, but I always wear a touch of blush whenever I do my makeup.

    Reply
  40. Hannah S. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:07 am

    Summer seems to be just starting for the PNW XD

    Reply
  41. jordan says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:08 am

    blush doesn’t really work for me, unless it is super super pale and light, and i used to like brozner but I dont think it works for me anymore, i’m more of a highlighter person

    Reply
  42. Nicole says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:09 am

    I enjoy just a touch of bronzer to slim the face!

    Reply
  43. Alison says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:11 am

    I LOVE cooking shows, I feel like I could watch them all day if left to my own devices. I have to say, I’m not a great cook, but it has certainly made me more creative in the kitchen!

    Reply
  44. Karin says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:13 am

    I ALWAYS carry my MAC tinted lip conditioners with me (Petting Pink and Coquettish Clarice) – it’s a must have for me! Blush I wear on an everyday basis to give a nice flush of color and to brighten up my face. I don’t wear bronzer because it just doesn’t work for me.

    Reply
  45. aubrie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:13 am

    I never had braces but I wish I had. My husband keeps telling me I could get them now, but I almost wonder what the point is. I’d rather spend that money on lasik surgery.

    Reply
  46. Neha says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:14 am

    I hate to cook..and hence, I can’t even stand cooking shows..but I cook very well.. :)…now, since I am travelling to India very soon, I won’t even need to know where the kitchen is…I have such a huge family..i wear blush everyday…and I am content being a human…the lines “bronze goddess” are not for me..my current celebrity crush is Sonam Kapoor…I love love the way she dresses..!And yeah about braces-never ever… :).. Thanks Karen for the giveaway…this is my last chance to win this ecard before I travel to India…

    Reply
  47. MissMeredithM says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:15 am

    I love your blog! Your reviews are always excellent.

    PS Mascara and lash curler are ALWAYS in my purse 😉

    Reply
  48. Jessica says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:18 am

    I think I’m still trying to master the right way to apply bronzed-I really like it but always feel like I don’t know where to put it!

    Reply
  49. Emily says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:18 am

    I love America’s Test Kitchen.

    Reply
  50. Cindy N. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:19 am

    I love Iron Chef America!!

    Reply
  51. Liz says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:21 am

    I’m obsessed with Dior’s Golden Savannah eyeshadow palette. I really hope Sephora gets it.

    Reply
  52. Sheila says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:26 am

    had braces as a teenager (forced my parents into getting them for me because every other kid had them – even though my teeth were mostly straight). that reminds me, i need to wear my retainer more regularly!

    Reply
  53. Christine says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:28 am

    I’m finding I can’t leave the house without blush on. Its what makes me look like I’m actually awake.

    Reply
  54. Ginelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:28 am

    So glad its the weekend, but i’m a little upset the olympics end this tomorrow = /

    Reply
  55. onegreatsmile says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:30 am

    I got brunette hair dye on my mom’s white carpet. I’m so screwed. (It didn’t come out even with good housekeeping’s stain removal tips).

    Reply
  56. lwu says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:31 am

    love sephora- thanks for the giveaway 🙂

    Reply
  57. Brooke says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:31 am

    I am obsessed with cooking shows. I watch Food network and Cooking channel quite a bit. My favorite show is Good Eats. Love the mix of food and science…. Plus Alton is a total hottie!

    Reply
  58. Vnssa906 says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:32 am

    Enjoying my Saturday … Eating nutella out the container with my fingers, catching up on my google reader, watching the hubs play call of duty.

    Reply
  59. Soo says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:33 am

    I love/hate cooking shows. on the one hand, it’s really interesting to how creative people can be with foods, but I want a bite of everything! I heard recently that there is a legally blind woman on Master Chef who is actually quite talented, which I think is pretty cool.

    I’ve had braces twice, wear a retainer every night, and my teeth still move 🙁
    it was such an ordeal to get them the first time around because my teeth are rather large. I had to get four adult teeth removed before braces, then later on had all four wisdom teeth that needed removal as well. teeth problems were the bane of my existence when I was younger!
    Soo recently posted … NOTD — Blue Gradient Fishnets

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  60. Chris25 says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:34 am

    I like green grapes.

    Reply
  61. Hazel says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:36 am

    Got a paper due on Monday and I’m not even halfway done yet! Gaah! Have a great weekend, everyone!

    Reply
  62. TwirlyGirly says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:38 am

    Love that you’re a cat person, too. I lost my beloved Ebenezer this week – he was 19 years old (older than my daughter!) and so we had a lot of history together. Very sad, of course. Take good care of that “Tabs” of yours and cherish every minute you have with him! Here’s my tweet link: https://twitter.com/TwirlyGirly1/status/234357116700352512

    Reply
  63. kelly m says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:38 am

    I miss my baby kitty Beanie who just passed away 🙁

    Reply
  64. Tricia says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:43 am

    I wore braces. My children are now following in my footsteps! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  65. Kim Law (kimmydadiva) says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:43 am

    About to watch the last day of the Olympics esp the Track and Field segment.

    Reply
  66. Sarah says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:46 am

    I love cooking shows! Anything Top Chef, Chopped, and Around the World in 80 Plates are my favorites.

    Reply
  67. auroragyps says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:48 am

    My newest celebrity crush is Lex Medlin who plays Judge Owen French on Drop Dead Diva. I just think he’s super cute & I love the way he plays the character. I still have yet to see anything else of his work. The funny thing is, Drop Dead Diva is the kind of show I usually do not watch, but I actually really like it and Lex.

    Reply
  68. Laura H says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:52 am

    I ALWAYS have at least two lip pies in my purse. One nude, one bright.

    Reply
  69. Yuri says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:52 am

    I started wearing blush about a month ago

    Reply
  70. Michelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:56 am

    I never wear blush- no matter how light a dusting any MUA places on my face, I look really clownish! 🙁

    Reply
  71. Kristi says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:58 am

    Blush is a daily beauty product for me – don’t leave home without it on! I enjoy cooking shows – watching often jumpstarts the creative juices flowing for something to be made in the kitchen.

    Reply
  72. Melissa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    Hi Karen! I hope you, Tabs, and your Hubby are having a great weekend!
    I just discovered the wonders of bronzer. I use to shy away from that and blush because I’ve seen them both applied horribly. I realized you don’t have to cake it on. You can look natural, but better, when you wear bronzer or blush or both together.

    My current celebrity crush is Jeremy Renner. He’s a good looking, talented actor, that you could take about makeup with. What’s more to love? I also have always loved Robert Downey Jr.

    I tweeted about the giveaway here https://mobile.twitter.com/rileymariesmom/status/234363191126269952

    Reply
  73. Sophie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    Wheee I love these 🙂 So sad that the Olympics will be over soon!

    Reply
  74. Luciana Diniz Lima says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    Just baked a chocolate cake for my husband!

    Reply
  75. Michelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    Happy Saturday! My one thing that I always keep in my purse is lip balm, it drives me crazy to not have anything on my lips. Also, my newest celeb crush is that guy from This Means War, Warrior, Inception & The Dark Knight Rises. I have to learn his name lol

    Reply
  76. Lydia L says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    My celebrity crush was Larenz Tate!!!…. Think about the movie “Love Jones!”…enough said.

    Reply
  77. KPrice says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    I need blush every day. Otherwise I look way too pale. I’m always on the lookout for the perfect blush though. Thanks for a chance at a giveaway – have a good weekend.

    Reply
  78. Kate says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    I never really saw the point of blush, being of the fair-skinned rosy-cheeked variety, but somewhere between college and starting a full-time job some years ago, I realized there were some days I legitimately needed a good pick-me-up in the face. And now I don’t leave the house without at least a dusting of Dandelion or Sugarbomb. 🙂 On the days I really need it, Tarte’s Flush is AMAZING and puts life back on my face. That should be good, right? Of course not. Now I’ve started getting into NARS blushes (I’ve always been in love with Orgasm and its lovely glow). Amour and Outlaw have been added to my collection and I have to say…they’re lovely. NARS’ formula is just fantastic.

    Reply
  79. Valerie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:11 pm

    Hi Karen!

    I’ve never had braces. I enjoy cooking shows but never have the opportunity to watch them; don’t have enough time for tv.

    I LOVE blush. NARS is obviously my favorite but I also like Tarte, MAC, and Benefit. I recently started playing with bronzer. As an NC42 its hard to find a good one. I like Too Faced Chocolate Soliel.

    Reply
  80. Karen M. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:13 pm

    I love cooking shows!

    Reply
  81. Melissa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    Blush is my kryptonite! I fall to my knees and break out my wallet every time.

    Reply
  82. Emily says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:21 pm

    I have no money for makeup! poor me!

    Reply
  83. Clara Nghe says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    I wore braces for 3 years. I just got it off a month ago.

    Reply
  84. Kiss & Make-up says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    *praying to the make-up gods for a sephora gift card*
    Kiss & Make-up recently posted … Review: Maybelline Fit Me foundation

    Reply
  85. Eliza says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    As soon as you posted about the book Angelfall the other day, I downloaded it and read it immediately that night and the following day. It was so good! Thanks for posting about it!

    Reply
  86. MJ says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    Always have my Revlon lip butter in pink truffle on me :3

    Reply
  87. Julie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Love reading your blog. Whenever I am in the market for new cosmetics, I check out your product reviews! They are invaluable :).

    Reply
  88. Melissa F says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:29 pm

    My long time celebrity crush is Channing Tatum.

    Reply
  89. Ester Y says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:31 pm

    I’ve been cooking more lately, as well.. one of my favorite blogs to reference is thepioneerwoman.com..however, even if i follow recipes to a T, my food never ever turns out right!! very frustrating!!

    oh and for blush…ALWAYS! always, always, always, ALWAYS! i look dead without it!

    Reply
  90. Lulle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:31 pm

    I had braces for, like, 4 years, and my teeth are still not aligned perfectly well… I hated it so much!! It almost gave me a dentist phobia… aah being a teenager sucked sometimes.

    I wear blush whenever I do any makeup at all, which is usually almost everyday.
    Lulle recently posted … Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain vs. Clinique Chubby Stick: the battle!

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  91. sweeks1980 says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    I always have at least one lip balm in my purse.

    I like some cooking shows – my favorites are “Good Eats” reruns and anything hosted by Nigella Lawson 🙂

    Reply
  92. jen. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    I had braces three times. I’ve had pretty much every dental procedure ever, though (except for having a tooth pulled, thank goodness!).

    Reply
  93. Tiffanie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    I just got the new Guerlain lipstick/gloss/stain! Love it!

    Reply
  94. mrsshukra says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    Watching old Quantum leap episodes today!

    Reply
  95. tiffany says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    I love me some johnny Depp and Matthew mcconaughey

    Reply
  96. leetal says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    i had braces and while it wasn’t pretty and grateful because i had a really awful mouth. they wanted me to do surgery to fix my overbite and that’s when i said no way… so i have straight teeth but an overbite. not a big deal at all. a little character never hurt anyone.

    Reply
  97. Melodyy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:51 pm

    I love cooking shows 🙂 Food Network is one of my favorite channels. I always have a lip product (Jack Black Lip Balm). I used to wear braces, one of the worst times of my life..

    Reply
  98. Amy Chamberlain says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    do you like cooking shows? Yes, Love the Barefoot Contessa, she makes everything look so simple.
    Who’s your current celebrity crush? Lara Spencer
    What’s one beauty product that’s always in your purse? Lip Gloss
    Did you wear braces? No
    How often do you wear blush? Always
    What’s your stance on bronzer? It’s better than tanning

    Reply
  99. Lynn says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    hmm.. i haven’t worn blush in awhile. i have some cream and powder but i never used the cream because it comes off so bright on my face, i totally wasted a lot of money on that. Now i’m too lazy to put on anything beyond foundation. If i win i would use it to buy skin care, because I want to have a fresh face look.

    Reply
  100. LauraA says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    Definitely had braces. Not a lot of fun and my teeth shifted afterward again. Kinda not worth it.

    Thank you for another great giveaway opportunity Karen!

    Reply
  101. Denise says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    I always have several lip products in my purse. Gloss, balm, lipstick. I hardly use them, but I always carry them just in case. I’m not sure what “in case” is. Some kind of lip emergency I guess. lol

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    • Barbara says

      August 11th, 2012 at 9:44 pm

      I always carry several lip products in my purse. A lip balm I put on multiple times everyday , lip gloss I hardly ever wear, and a lipstick “for special occasions”.
      I also have a pressed powder which I never use except for the mirror.

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  102. Rikki says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    I wore braces.

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  103. Krista Payne says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Love me some Sephora and your blog!

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  104. Kate & Zena says

    August 11th, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    I’m going bowling with my MC friends!

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  105. Alison says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:00 pm

    I really only wear bronzer as a contour, not all over.

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  106. S says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    Celebrity crushes… mmm, currently I’m loving Jennifer Lawrence, Michael Fassbender, and Marina Diamandis!
    S recently posted … SOTD: Indiependence Day by One Hand Washes the Other

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  107. Michelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:14 pm

    I won’t go anywhere without lipgloss! Even if I’m running late and forget it, I always run back into the house to grab it.

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  108. Mary says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    Ugh, I NEVER get to wear blush! It’s no fair. 🙁 I have rosacea so unless I lay on the liquid foundation in multiple layers, I’m always flushed. Some of my friends have told me it’s fantastic because they hate putting on blush to get that flushed look. My problem is that mine isn’t the adorable just-on-the-apple-of-my-cheeks kind of flush, it’s the “I put on blush really heavy then it rained so it’s streaming down the sides of my mouth” flush. And forget doing anything more strenuous than walking a block or two, the second I start building up my heart rate, I look like I have a fever.

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  109. tabby says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:24 pm

    Could really use a pick-me-up. I always wind up spending my store gift cards on my husband & son. Would love to win this one so I wouldn’t get coaxed into spending it on someone else!! lol

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  110. Rachel says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:25 pm

    I wear blush every day, but I just can’t figure out bronzer! Where do I put it? Do I want it to be seen, or is it something I need to blend, blend, blend? I’m a complete bronzer newb! LOL

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  111. Theresa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    The one product I always have in my purse is eyeliner. I love that stuff.

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  112. Julie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:27 pm

    I love blush, but it’s the one product I always forget about applying in the morning. I should wear it more often because I’m quite pale.

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  113. Megan says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    I rarely use bronzer only because I’m so pale and I end up looking dirty instead of tan.

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  114. Janelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    The only cooking show I watch is Pioneer Woman. Thanks for the giveaway, Karen! Try to stay cool on this heatwave weekend!

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    • Barbara says

      August 11th, 2012 at 9:48 pm

      OMG! I didn’t know the Pioneer Woman had a cooking show. I’ve read her books and must check this out! I learn about so much more than makeup from this blog.

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  115. Susie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    My current celebrity crush is Aaron Paul of Breaking Bad. His combination of pathos and charisma is hard to resist and I always want to give him a hug! Great actor!

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  116. Amanda says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    I need a new foundation but can’t decide which to get next! I’m interested in the new Urban Decay Naked Skin, Tarte Amazonian Clay or Chanel Lumineire…
    Amanda recently posted … FOTD Serious Business

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  117. Zoey says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    Eric from True Blood

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  118. Jackie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    Have a wonderful day(:

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  119. LaToya says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    HIYA, Karen! I have been following Tabs the Cat (and you, of course) for quite some time. My husband is always wondering where my fascination with makeup and beauty products comes from and I would have to say that it has been cultivated by you! LOL. Yours was the first beauty blog I ever read and I am still a loyal reader today! Thank you! 🙂

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  120. Krystle (Baking Beauty) says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    I love cooking shows especially Giada!
    Krystle (Baking Beauty) recently posted … Best Beauty Blog Posts This Week!

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  121. Emelie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:50 pm

    tomorrow is my birthday 🙂

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  122. Ali says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    I love cooking shows! And I had braces.

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  123. Katrina says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:53 pm

    I’m moving! Wearing the brightest pink lipstick I could find (Sephora cream lip stain in Strawberry Kissed) to make the job a little more pleasant 🙂

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  124. E. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:55 pm

    I’ve only started to wear bronzer over the last year or so – I use it for contouring.

    Happy weekend!

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  125. Lily says

    August 11th, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    I love tinted lip balms, because they look so natural.

    Reply
  126. Camelia Andrasescu says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    I have a little girl.
    I follow you on twitter (@cameliaadriana)
    I tweeted : https://twitter.com/cameliaadriana/status/234393289657307136
    Thank you

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  127. Elin says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:02 pm

    Wore braces. Need them again.

    Reply
  128. Cindy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    I’d really like to try the new Urban deacy foundation!

    Reply
  129. Karen S. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    I wear bronzer as blush. I wore braces and two of my kids wore braces.

    Reply
  130. nicolle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:12 pm

    i love cooking shows too, but they always make me so hungry! 🙂

    Reply
  131. Amanda says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:12 pm

    Hi Tabs! *waves*

    Reply
  132. Mandy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    I enjoy the pictures in your blog!

    Reply
  133. Nora says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    Yup, had braces! ughhhhh

    Reply
  134. Danielle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:18 pm

    Is it sad that I’m worrying that summer is close to ending because I haven’t worn all my bright lipsticks and nail polishes yet?

    Reply
  135. Brandy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:21 pm

    I love Rachel ray she was the best but now I think she has her own talking show right? But ya she the best l

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  136. Brandy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:21 pm

    I love Rachel ray she was the best but now I think she has her own talking show right? But ya she is the best!!!!

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  137. Kelly says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    Watching Taboo on Nat Geo – love this show!

    Reply
  138. Blair says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Thanks for such a great blog! Love your unsung hero articles 🙂

    Reply
  139. Becca @ The Beauty Sample says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    I don’t have braces and I never thought I’d say this, but I REALLY want them! I was so stupid–after years of having braces in middle school, I had *perfect* teeth (sigh…I miss them so) but being the dummy that I am, I proceeded to wear my retainer once after getting them off and then never wore them again. Now, after my wisdom teeth have mostly grown in, they’ve pushed all my teeth forward–mainly my bottom ones. So i’ve got some gnarly crooked bottom teeth and a pretty bad overbite on top :/ I REALLY really want to get them fixed. WHYYY are braces so expensive!!!!

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  140. Janet says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    Hi Karen! Ok, here’s my current list of celebrity crushes: Chris Hemsworth, Sam Worthington, JEREMY RENNER (just recently) and Keifer Sutherland (for eva!) LOL! Have a great weekend!

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  141. BooBooNinja says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Sitting here by the window with my Dad @ Aunt, eating fresh veggie steamed buns. Happy Caturday, Karen!

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  142. Joy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Ill be downloading that book ASAP!

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  143. lori says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:37 pm

    I wear bronzer almost every day, as long as it’s a matte bronzer. I don’t do shimmer.

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  144. Verena says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    Hi there Karen & Tabs!
    First of all: Karen, I love your blog although you were the reason my wallet gets slimmer and slimmer and my makeup drawer cabinet flows over with stuff…. In that cabinet, you can find a couple of blushes, my alltime favourite is benefits coralista! Bronzerwise I’m also a benefit girl: Hoola, cause it’s neither leaning too warm nor too cold, I don’t use it everyday though!
    My celebrity crush is Adam Rodriguez of CSI Miami, good Lord, he is SO hot, grrrrr!!
    Have a great Sunday and keep up the great work!
    Hugs, Verena

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  145. Jessica says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:48 pm

    I love cooking shows! I really like Nadia G from Bitchin Kitchen! I also like watching people compete like on MasterChef! Thanks for the opportunity to win !

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  146. Rose says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    I wear blush everyday. I don’t watch cooking shows, but I like fashion shows.

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  147. Janet says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    I love cooking shows as well! Giada & America’s Test Kitchen are two of my favorites 🙂

    Reply
  148. PS says

    August 11th, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    No crush, but dang…. Ryan lochte and some of the other olympic swimmers…. Hello!?! Nice abs!!!!! 🙂

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  149. Soo Jin says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    Hey Karen! I went to watch Bourne Legacy this morning at 9:30AM! I didn’t even know that the theater opened that early! Anyway, I really liked it! Have you seen it yet??

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  150. Hillary says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    I love watching Giada!

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  151. Amanda says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:03 pm

    I love watching “Chopped”! Except it always makes me hungry lol.

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  152. Michelle L says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:03 pm

    My kitty is waiting for his breakfast!

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  153. Natalie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    I LOVE cooking shows. I particularly love to watch them at the gym. 😀

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  154. Chrissy Lee says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    Hi Karen , just eating lunch and stopping by your site like I do everyday. Nice giveaway hope I win!

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  155. Chrissy Lee says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:10 pm

    I read your blog everyday!

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  156. Amber M. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    I love to rock some awesome rainbow eyeliner. 🙂 I love your blog

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  157. Stephpolk82 says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    I love blush and bronzer! I wear blush pretty much everyday.

    Reply
  158. brooke says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    I

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  159. Lydia says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    I love cooking shows!

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  160. Caitlin says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:34 pm

    I always have my Maybeline baby lips in my bag 🙂 must have!

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  161. Rochelle Ramos says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    hopefully i win this, it would be an awesome birthday present for me (tomorrow i turn 23) i love to try maybelline’s baby lips… i love giada de laurentiis & bobby flay & guy fieri 😉 diners, drive ins and dives is my favorite show!

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  162. Chanelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    Current celebrity crush? Christian from the Australiian show Dance Academy! It’s a bit cheesy, but I love it anyway.

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  163. Katie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    Hi Karen – I love your blog. Hmmmmm, celebrity crushes are as follows: Joseph Gordon-Levitt (just all around yums), Matt Smith (aDORKable), Aaron Paul (LOVE his voice), Ken Jeong (can we say funny), Byung-hun Lee (awesome actor and he is just delish), Kenichi Matsuyama (L – enough said), lead singer Pasha from Ungu (his voice breaks my heart), Gerard Way (my goth boy forever and ever), and Dominic Purcell (my dreamy muscle man). I know, I know….a strange mix of dudes, but I truly LUST after them all!!!!!!

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  164. Kristin Robbie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:54 pm

    I think I’m married to Man VS Food. My husband’s dream job would be to work for Diners, Drive Ins and Dives! I love makeup as much as he loves food. I am always looking for my next favourite mascara.

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  165. Becky says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    I am so sad.

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  166. Chelsea says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:56 pm

    Karen, if you were only permitted to wear one brand of makeup for the next year, which brand would you choose?

    -Chelsea

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  167. Jane says

    August 11th, 2012 at 3:59 pm

    love your blog!

    Reply
  168. Daniella says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    I wish I could wear blush better, my skin is so ruddy so it looks ridiculous to add blush on top of ruddiness. I really do love pinky golds and peachy gold shades so some days I try to do a really good job concealing the redness and add a tiny bit of blush.

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  169. NeenaJ says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    I have an on-again, off-again relationship with cooking shows. Currently, I’m in the off phase but, I did catch some if Rick Bayless’s show on PBS last week and it was awesome.

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  170. Vanessa F says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:06 pm

    I love wearing just a little blush. I don’t like the very heavy blush on me but a little just finishes off my makeup.

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  171. Icequeen81 says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:09 pm

    https://twitter.com/GodChild81MA/status/234425796150841344 twitter link

    I do wear blush almost everyday. If I am leaving the house of course. The fab item I don’t leave with is my blush.

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  172. Sara says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:09 pm

    I finally found Pukka tea at my local supermarket! I’m so excited to finally try it after seeing the yummy pictures on your blog. 😀

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  173. April says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    I’m testing out Tarte Airbrush Marajuca Bouncy Blush in Shimmering Poppy…whew…long name..at the moment. So far I really like the color. They say it’s like a cream blush version of Amused. Loving it so far.

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  174. Sonja says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    LOOOOOOOOOOOOOVVVVVVVVVIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNGGGGG YOUR BLOG.
    READ IT EVERYDAY !!!! :)))

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  175. Alykat says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    Hey Karen!

    I think your blog is fabulous! Actually, so does Charcoal (Char Char)! We are both big fans of you and Tabs!! I think they would be great fashionista friends! Our favorite item would have to be Urban Decay’s 24/7 eyeliner in perversion. Char can’t resist a good cat eye. 🙂 Have a fabulous weekend!!

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  176. Jaa Maurer says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    I love watching cooking show !!!!

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  177. Julia says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    I have braces now 🙁

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  178. Evelyn says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    I like cooking shows only if they are about desserts. 🙂

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  179. Alix says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    Always lip balm in my purse.

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  180. Shauna says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:30 pm

    Sephora = awesome

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  181. Andrea says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:36 pm

    karen, have you reviewed the kat von d line? i really wanna try her new foundation!

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  182. Katie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    Yes, I love cooking shows! I have to avoid them because, when I’m watching, I just end up thinking about how much I want all the drool-worthy food RIGHT at that moment. I love Giada and Nigella’s shows.

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  183. Lora says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    I’m sitting here reading your blog and all of the sudden my front door swings open….in walks my 13 yr old from his trip to the store up the street. It’s times like this that I don’t mind having a teenager….other times, it’s war LOL

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  184. Lora S. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    I can’t believe I’m cooking on a Saturday night. It’s been a while. This should be good 🙂

    Reply
  185. terry says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    i’m eating passionfruit macarons yummmmmmmmmmmm…=DDD

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  186. aradhana says

    August 11th, 2012 at 4:55 pm

    i love cooking shows, EXCEPT when they feature the chefs who authored my favourite cookbooks! a strange thing, but i can’t stand to watch nigella lawson or jamie oliver’s shows!

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  187. Suzanne says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:03 pm

    I love cooking shows, even though I don’t do much real cooking (massive lack of time). Watching them makes me feel as if I’m doing some real cooking, though! 🙂

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  188. Ris says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    I wore braces for 3 years or so. I do not miss them. Not even a little. 😀

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  189. Lindsay S. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:11 pm

    its one of my personal goals in life to have a cat like Tabs.

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  190. blkrox says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:14 pm

    Love me some Jeremy Renner, mmmmmmmmmm!

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  191. Hannah says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:16 pm

    I’ve lately fallen in love with bronzer. My collection is growing rapidly! Favorites are Lush’s Charisma skin tint, Hard Candy Tropics baked bronzer, and NYC Sunny powder for contouring.

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  192. Kate Williamson says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:25 pm

    Yeah!

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  193. Elizabeth says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    I think you need to share the picture of Tabs in Playcat. Funny stuff.

    Reply
  194. Stephanie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:32 pm

    I used to watch cooking shows like crazy. And then they cancelled Good Eats. And I stopped watching Food Network. 🙁

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  195. Edna Maldonado says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:33 pm

    I love to wear blush is my fave! Can’t live with out it.
    Thanks for the giveaway

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  196. Krista D says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    I like older cooking shows where the host actually cooked. Nowadays it seems like they do little cooking and lots of party prepping or guest interviews.

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  197. Judy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    I love the food network. when there’s nothing specific I want to watch I always turn to the food network. I can watch it all day that it’s actually not healthy…haha

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  198. Deanna G. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    I did have braces.

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  199. Yesennia Rodriguez says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    PRAYING TO HAVE SOME LUCK THiS TiME!!!! 🙂

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  200. Erica says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    If I won I feel like I would probably save it until Black Friday because Sephora has crazy great sales for Black Friday(:

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  201. Lisa @ Fit in the Midwest says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:46 pm

    Ryan Lochte is my current celebrity crush. I just wrote about it on my blog too! Such a hottie.

    I went to Sephora today and experienced really great customer service (had to return the Clinique BB cream because it wasn’t good).

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  202. Lisa @ Fit in the Midwest says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:47 pm

    Tweeted!

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  203. Rachel B. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:49 pm

    Had a great road trip with hubby doo today.

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  204. Amy D. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    Watchin’ Harry Potter…. Oh yeah!

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  205. Amy Z says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    I’m actually looking for a “touch-up” kit that I can carry around in my purse that has concealer, highlighter, lip/cheek color, and eyeliner. i’ll probably have to put one together myself…

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  206. nelle says

    August 11th, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    I always have lipgloss in my purse and pants pocket, and if i forget I buy a replacement. I have a gloss addiction, LOL!

    Reply
  207. sam says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    i’ve been looking for a new moisturizer for my birthday this month! love your blog and love tabs.

    Reply
  208. Anna says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:12 pm

    Moving to LA in a week o.O

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  209. Miriam says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:15 pm

    Heading to NYC on Thursday for a makeup shopping spree! Woot woot!

    Reply
  210. April says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:16 pm

    I’m so sad the Olympics are almost over!!

    Reply
  211. Sydney Durr says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:21 pm

    can’t wait to watch the olympics closing ceremonies!!!

    Reply
  212. Amanda B says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:22 pm

    i’m really, really sad the olympics are coming to a close!

    Reply
  213. Candice says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    Got twitter for these giveaways each week…was trying to resist it for awhile

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  214. sara says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Tabs

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  215. virginie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    I just made a tiramisu! Who wants some ;-))?

    Reply
  216. Rebekah says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    I had braces and they took them off too early. Now I still have spacing and my orthodontist says he can’t see anything……….

    Reply
  217. chanty says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    what does winner will be announced here mean?

    Reply
  218. Sara P. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    I love cooking shows!!

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  219. Iwannabefierce says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:41 pm

    I had a retainer but never braces.

    -Shakiyla

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  220. Lori says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:43 pm

    I love cooking competition shows more than mere cooking shows. My favorites are Iron Chef Amerca and Cupcake Wars.

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  221. Holly says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:46 pm

    I love blush and own several different colors. However, I’ve never been able to get into bronzer.

    Reply
  222. Lisa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:48 pm

    Cooking shows are getting old. Getting recipes off of blogs are more interesting. I trust the blogger, the recipes always come out food.

    Lisa

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  223. Liz! says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    I love cooking shows! The hubs and I are addicted to Master Chef!

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  224. jess says

    August 11th, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    I like Pandas! 🙂

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  225. Melissa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:01 pm

    I love cooking shows and always keep a gloss stick in my purse

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  226. Melissa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:01 pm

    OMG, just watched season 4 of doctor who and cried my eyes out, best show ever but it hurts so much to love.

    Reply
  227. Cristy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    Yesterday I left the vanity door open and I came later, forgot it was dark and hit my head so so hard! I cryed like a little girl!! :S

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  228. Tatyana G says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    I love to watch cooking shows now with my little daughter. We love Giada, Ina Garten and Paula Dean. And then we love to make up our own recipes with her.

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  229. Marisa Payne says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    I’ve had braces……twice.

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  230. Amber says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:16 pm

    I wear blush almost every day!

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  231. Stacey S. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:19 pm

    Love your blog! I always have blotting papers, lipstick or gloss and powder for touch ups.

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  232. Heidi says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:22 pm

    Oh, I love cooking shows. I’ve been rather obsessed with America’s Test Kitchen lately myself!

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  233. Felis says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:25 pm

    I love cooking shows, but there is a special place in my heart for Chopped. YESSS.

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  234. Jane says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:28 pm

    It’s been a lovely Cat-erday. Now I’m sitting here with a kitty on my lap hoping I win.

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  235. Kim says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    Celebrity crush – Paul Rudd.

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  236. Cynthia says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:36 pm

    You must try Giada’s recipe for turkey meatloaf with feta cheese & sundried tomatoes. It is to die for!

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  237. Amy says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:38 pm

    I wear blush everyday, I feel so monochromatic and blah if I dont wear it!

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  238. Bree says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    Cooking shows are my favorite! I enjoy watching bitchen kitchen. It cracks me up. “how to put your mate on a diet” LOL Nadia comes up with some great themes that are such a nice refresher from “im having a fabulous dinner party for my fabulous friends.” Wish it was on now!

    Hope I win! Indulging in some make-up would make my sinus infection feel much better!!

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  239. Leona says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:43 pm

    Hi Karen 😀

    I’ve been on a cooking roll too. A lot of recipes are coming from Pintrest. When I watch the food network, I

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  240. MelodyJ says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:44 pm

    I always have lip balm and lotion in my purse.

    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

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  241. Jacqueline says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    Yes, I love cooking shows! My favorites are Pioneer Woman, and Giada at Home.

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  242. Tiffany says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    My birthday is next Saturday 🙂

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  243. ann says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:57 pm

    have that LM very light bronzer…onlynuse it as a blush…it is pretty peachy

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  244. Lauren says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    I HAVE to have Chapstick at all times. I keep one in every purse 🙂

    Reply
  245. Amie F says

    August 11th, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    I don’t wear bronzer but I always wear blush.

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  246. Azyha says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    I have completely fallen in love with your blog! You’re officially my new go-to beauty blog 😀

    Reply
  247. Jennifer says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    I love cooking shows 🙂

    Reply
  248. Anna L says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    I love cooking shows! Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis!
    Awesome blog by the way! 🙂

    Reply
  249. Julianna says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    Thanks for all your great tips! This is the first site I check in the morning!

    Reply
  250. ashleigh walls says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:06 pm

    I always have blotting sheets on me. My nose tends to get shiny throughout the day.
    ashleigh walls recently posted … Shopping Saturday: Nasty Gal

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  251. Stef says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    I love competition cooking shows. Its inspiring to see what delicious concoctions the contestants make!

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  252. Melissa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    More of a food/travel show than a cooking show, but I love Anthony Bourdane’s No Reservations. It’s always really interesting and makes me crave everything he eats.

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  253. Julia says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:18 pm

    I always have lip balm or travel size Vaseline in my purse! My lips get chapped super easily and chapped lips aren’t attractive on anyone!

    Reply
  254. Annaham says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    I always have lip gloss on me!

    Reply
  255. Amanda G says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    I just got a cryptic text from my coworker saying “No and sorry I didn’t mean to get you in trouble”…. now I’m terrified my boss is pissed off at me.

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  256. Brittany says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    What beautiful weather we are finally having in Chicago! I hope it lasts!

    Reply
  257. Candice says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    Tabs, I just had my 2nd fitting (wedding gown) today and finally felt excited about my wedding in November!

    Reply
  258. Kelly says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    Thanks for the contest! Yesterday night I had to get stitches so if I won it would be an appreciated change of luck 🙂

    Reply
  259. Donna Lyn Gan says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    im waiting for my test result! Oh my.

    Reply
  260. Shelly says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:40 pm

    My favorite cooking show is “Chopped!” You should watch it Karen!

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  261. Lisa S. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    Go Sephora! Go Karen! I think I have found my HG bronzer after buying dozens for years………Josie Maran Brightening Bronzer. Can’t really say why it works so well, but it just goes on like butter! I use a big Sephora bronzer brush and voila. Contouring. Thanks for all the contests. ONe day I hope to win! Big VIP event next weekend I think….

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  262. Yelena says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    hmm i’ve really been eyeing the new tarte palette, here goes nothing… 🙂

    Reply
  263. mylie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    Celebrity crush = Jeremy Renner! XD

    Reply
  264. Nicole says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:53 pm

    I love blush and mascara!

    Reply
  265. ceci says

    August 11th, 2012 at 8:58 pm

    I keep a lip color with me. Revlon’s lip butters are my favorites.

    Reply
  266. Aubrey says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:05 pm

    I’m so excited for the Hobbit movie to come out!! A. because it’s a great story but B. mostly for Orlando Bloom 😉

    Reply
  267. Melitina says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    Brought new fashionable collars to my kitties today. They look fierce, heehee!

    Reply
  268. keri says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    I’m sad Tokidoki is departing Sephora 🙁 I just bought their lip balm stain in Skeletrina and it’s amazing!! Also, Wow to Kat Von Ds lock it foundation – I haven’t tried liquid foundation in 15 years but I got a sample and my life has now changed for the better!

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  269. Kimi says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:10 pm

    I always carry at least one lipstick/tinted balm with me. Once I cleaned out a purse to find 10 lipsticks though!

    Reply
  270. Wayne says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:27 pm

    Rupert Sanders is an idiot. Plain and simple.

    Reply
  271. Pam says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:40 pm

    Lip balm is always in my purse.

    Reply
  272. Mina says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:40 pm

    I want some new brushes really really bad

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  273. Rita says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:53 pm

    Hi Karen! Well I have to say that most of my celebrity crushes are blondes! I have a thing for Matt Damon, but I also really like Jude Law and Leonardo DiCaprio! I hope you, the hubby, and Tabs have a great weekend!

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  274. monika says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:54 pm

    Lip gloss or chap stick. Nothing worse than dry lips.

    Reply
  275. Joy P. says

    August 11th, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    I wore braces from 3rd grade until about 7th grade..

    Reply
  276. Vanessa says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    Went to the movies to see The Campaign today! HILARIOUS film!

    Reply
  277. Cassidey says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:10 pm

    Went to the movies today to see “The Bourne Legacy!” Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  278. Caitlin says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:11 pm

    Lately, I’m never without my Maybelline Baby Lips in Pink Punch. I’m usually the type to switch up my lip color – but this stuff just calls my name. Hydrating, good color payoff, and lasts for a couple of hours – it’s a total winner!

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  279. Angela says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:14 pm

    I always have a ton of lip products in my purse.

    Reply
  280. Freeda says

    August 11th, 2012 at 10:34 pm

    Hi Karen! I love all makeup – have way too much of it. I’m sick of being preggo and I secretly crush on the creepster Tom Cruise 🙂

    Reply
  281. laura says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:05 pm

    i like watching chopped. my favorite judge is aarón sanchez.

    Reply
  282. Emmie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    I think Tabs should hang out with my black beauty Cookie some day. Two such beautiful and mulit-talented cats (not to mention well ROUNDED) would take the world by storm.

    Reply
  283. Natalie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    Cosmetics are magic wand, makeup changes my world

    Reply
  284. Stef Smith says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:55 pm

    Counting down the days until the kids start school, on Wednesday!!! Four days baby! Not that I’m excited, but I’m a tad excited!

    Reply
  285. jaymie says

    August 11th, 2012 at 11:56 pm

    Current celebrity crush is Ian Somerhalder and i always have lip balm in my purse 🙂 in case i bump into him and he asks me for a kiss….bwahahaha! If only….

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  286. JC says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:04 am

    I love cooking shows…sadly mostly because I love to eat.

    Reply
  287. Ruth Zau says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:04 am

    I always carry a Britesmile whitening pen-it really works well and I can never remember to use it at home, so putting it in my makeup bag helps me remember.

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  288. Miso says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:23 am

    The one thing in my purse is my clinique almost lipstick in black honey or flirty honey love these!!!!

    Reply
  289. Jodi says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:35 am

    My new favourite brand is By Terry! an expensive addiction!

    Reply
  290. Justine says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:47 am

    I always have lip balm in my purse.

    Reply
  291. Mindy M. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:50 am

    celeb crush= seth rogen!

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  292. Nikki says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:11 am

    I always have blush and beauty elixir in my purse 🙂

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  293. Connie K. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:26 am

    I love the food network. Giada’s show is one of my favorites as well, but Barefoot Contessa will always be my number one..I love Ina!:)

    Reply
  294. linda says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:32 am

    going to New York this month.

    Reply
  295. Carina says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:35 am

    Current celeb crush is Joe Jonas. i always keep my lip butter in my purse

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  296. shusheshe says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:05 am

    Blotting papers are always in my purse since my face gets oily really quickly, especially in the summer!

    Reply
  297. Bonnie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:26 am

    I loves me some Robert Downey, Jr. Or maybe it’s Tony Stark I like…I’m not sure.

    Reply
  298. Maureen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:40 am

    I don’t care for cooking shows but I do like cooking blogs where I have found some great recipes.

    Reply
  299. Helena says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:57 am

    I had braces for a bit over two years. If anything, they were worth my orthodontist’s awesome mustache.

    Reply
  300. Kelsey says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:23 am

    Did you wear braces?

    I wore braces from 4th grade to 8th grade.

    Reply
  301. Rie Maeda says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:25 am

    i love ryan gosling!

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  302. Menia says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:28 am

    I always carry lip balm lipstick and powder in my handbag!

    Reply
  303. Sue C. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:36 am

    I watch a lot of the cooking shows on PBS and the Food Network mostly to watch someone else cook since it’s a lot more relaxing (and less calories) than when I cook. My current favorite shows are the Food Network’s ‘Best Thing I Ever Ate” and “Best Thing I Ever Made” – so much fun to see where the food stars like to eat and like to make.

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  304. Kelsey says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:43 am

    Thanks for all these great Sephora giveaways!

    Reply
  305. Dawn Davis says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:48 am

    Have you tried Lush lemony flutter cuticle cream? It feels wonderful and the scent is great!

    Reply
  306. Yolanda Fernandez says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:23 am

    I want, I want, I want!!! Pick me, pick me! :))) Love your blog, and that piece of feline heaven, Tabs!

    Reply
  307. Y. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:31 am

    i had braces for 8 years:) but now i have a retainer which i don’t wear much…

    Reply
  308. eRiN says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:38 am

    HAVE YOU SEEN THE SEVENKITTENS CHANNEL ON Ustream?! That is all xD

    Reply
  309. Jenny says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:43 am

    In need of new brushes…thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
  310. Jenna N. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:28 am

    I wore braces for 4 years, until I was almost 16. The day I got them off, my family and I left for Spain for vacation, so it was an extra happy time for me!

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  311. Nicole says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:49 am

    i want some new brushes 🙂

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  312. Diana M. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:51 am

    Love your blog!

    Reply
  313. Linda says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:00 am

    Just made a trip to Sephora yesterday. Got some new brushes I can’t wait to try!

    Reply
  314. Nobu says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:01 am

    Just got back from a 2week road trip to see some in laws in Midwest. America is full of corn lol

    Reply
  315. Kimberley B. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:10 am

    I want to try a high end product from Givenchy or Guerlain

    Reply
  316. Wynell says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:33 am

    Current celebrity crush is matthew mcconaughey

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  317. Melissa says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:50 am

    I need a vacation!

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  318. Nora says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:02 am

    I cant believe summer is almost over

    Reply
  319. Avery says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:07 am

    I’m moving away from my cat soon…as you can imagine it is very hard!

    Reply
  320. Alexandra S says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:15 am

    I need some new perfume . . . Maybe the new Guerlain or Chanel!!

    Reply
  321. Christin says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:24 am

    Your cat is so cool 🙂

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  322. Kristina says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:28 am

    Love cooking shows, right now Nadia G’s Bitchin Kitchen is my fave!

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  323. Melissa says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:32 am

    I really love the Maybelline line, BabyLips

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  324. Lynn says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:38 am

    I like cooking shows! Mostly, anyway. Paula Deen makes me want to vomit, but I love America’s Test Kitchen and have all of their cookbooks. Great for pies.

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  325. Jen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:43 am

    I am addicted to the Food Network. Chopped is one of my favorite shows!

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  326. Sara says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:45 am

    my current celeb crush is Jason Momoa yum

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  327. Ayanna says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:58 am

    Do you like hello kitty? I love macs and sephoras hello kitty line

    Reply
  328. Kristine Ayala says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:08 am

    I always keep a touch up powder in my purse!

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  329. brittany says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:36 am

    i need perfume!!

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  330. Angela Clark says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:38 am

    I always have a lip balm, especially the newer ones that include a hint of color. Makes me feel like I am doing something healthy for my lips, while giving them a nice sheen of color too! The Covergirl Natureluxe balms are nice, and the Say Yes to Carrots tinted line is great without being sticky. So I don’t have to worry about cat fur getting stuck to my lips when I snuggle my felines…:)

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  331. Kristie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:42 am

    My youngest is starting school in a few weeks. I’m really going to miss him!

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  332. Jessica says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:43 am

    I always keep blush and bronzer in my purse! My fair skin makes me look so pale at times!

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  333. lesleyk says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:03 am

    I always have a powder compact in my purse and some sort of lippy — gloss, pencil, anything that can give a bit of color, shine and/or protection.

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  334. Ineke says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:05 am

    I LOVEd this sunny Sunday. Enough vitamin D to start a productive week again.
    Looking forward to Monday.

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  335. Stacey says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:21 am

    I love hell’s kitchen & masterchef!

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  336. sophie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:30 am

    I want the lorac pro palette

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  337. Mary says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:33 am

    I love watching Giada!

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  338. Rosie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:48 am

    Hmm, current celebrity crush…definitely Tom Hiddleston. Ooh, also Michael Fassbender. And Ryan Gosling…

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  339. Stefanie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:10 am

    I love me some Justin Timberlake and some lip balm 🙂

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  340. Jorid says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:14 am

    When I went for a walk today, I walked past a hedge. Underneath the hedge there was three cats sleeping! I think it was a mother cat and two kittens. I stopped to talk to them, but they didn’t care much, even though I patted one of the kittens on its nose! The mother cat and one of the kittens looked like your cat, and I was reminded of your great blog.

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  341. karen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:24 am

    I had braces. Glad that’s over.

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  342. Kathleen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:25 am

    I love the food network but it always makes me hungry! I wish I could cook well, I’d love to try some of the recipes.

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  343. Clare @ The Blossom Shed says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:39 am

    I’ve never had braces, but it’s looking more and more like that was a mistake – teeth seem to be making a desperate bid for freedom in different directions:)
    Clare @ The Blossom Shed recently posted … Friday Frock – Dinner Pajamas Edition

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  344. Natty says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:40 am

    I’m loving your quick tutorials lately!!

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  345. TrippyPixie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:49 am

    I always have Medicated Chapstick with me. Always. It’s the only thing that can help my eternally dry, chapped/flaky lips.

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  346. Stacey S. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:54 am

    Love you Karen!

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  347. Elle Hermansen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:59 am

    Agh! I creep your page all the time and never comment, but a gift card up for grabs? I can’t resist!

    Love your blog, and how you don’t take yourself too seriously. It’s a nice read at the end of the day for me 🙂

    Elle
    xo

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  348. Cassie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:02 pm

    I ALWAYS have lipstick in my purse. I’m a lipstick fanatic. I have a 4-step process: first, I apply a lip stain to help keep my color lasting longer. Next, I apply lipstick. After that, I line my lips with a pencil and top it off with a dab of gloss in the center of my bottom lip. (It’s caramel latte flavor–yummy!)

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  349. AG says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    Good luck with the purple smokey eye look! If anyone can make those cream shadows work, it’s you!

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  350. Jane says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    Jeremy Renner is my current crush… ever since those biceps made their debut on Avengers… I died… lol

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  351. Liz says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    My current celebrity crush is Usain Bolt. I’m lovin’ his charisma on the track!

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  352. margie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    I always carry hand sanitizer from bath and body works in my purse!

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  353. Julia says

    August 12th, 2012 at 12:40 pm

    I love cooking shows. I’m a fan of Chopped on the Food Network and I also love Giada DeLaurentis’s show.

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  354. Becky says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    My current celebrity crush is Nathan Adrian. Swoon. Hope you had a fantastic weekend!

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  355. Alyssa says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    My dream trip to make is travel around the US to all the popular food spots.

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  356. BB says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    I always carry lipgloss and lipbalm!

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  357. Bao says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:14 pm

    I am obsessed with Food Network! Paula Deen is my favorite. But I just recently moved to Okinawa and I am definitely going through withdrawals

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  358. Helen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    Bronzer is my “go to” all year round – I have a sickness & the only cure is more bronzer! lol
    Helen recently posted … Julep Maven – Boho Glam Intro Box!

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  359. Ada O. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:24 pm

    I try to carry a pressed powder at all times!

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  360. John says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    I love lipgloss

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  361. nabel says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    i need new blush!

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  362. Sarah says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    You and Tabs always make me laugh! Hope your weekend was nice!

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  363. Nina Van Jacob says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:36 pm

    I love watching cooking shows especially top chef and hells kitchen:)

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  364. Jessica says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    Though it’s not what many would consider a traditional beauty product, I cannot be without lip balm! Some variety or another is always in my purse 🙂

    ♥ Jessica
    Jessica recently posted … Seven Things Sunday

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  365. Makeup Morsels says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    I don’t watch actual cooking shows often, unless you count Master Chef. A teeny bit addicted to that show, it’s just so funny. Have a good weekend Karen, and thanks for the giveaway!
    Makeup Morsels recently posted … Beauty Blog Link Love 8/11/12

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  366. Rai says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:44 pm

    I love Sephora!

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  367. Gail says

    August 12th, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    Love all cooking shows – making Ina Garten’s Perfect Roast chicken tonite

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  368. Alyza H says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    Hi Karen, I leave off for college in 11 days and am sort of terrified but really excited about it!

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  369. Rae // theNotice says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:06 pm

    Hope you’re having a great weekend, Karen! 🙂
    Rae // theNotice recently posted … 11/08/12 Link Love

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  370. Mikhaela K. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    I don’t watch cooking shows as much as read cooking websites. Specifically, Smitten Kitchen. The pictures? I just die!

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  371. Christine says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:22 pm

    I have temporarily stopped using any lip products except my NYC lip stain in forever freesia and lip balm! It’s so comfy, but no risk of getting the lip color on anything else. I think I’ll either try clinique’s chubby sticks, almost lipsticks, or the revlon balm stains next.

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  372. Keyana says

    August 12th, 2012 at 2:51 pm

    I must always have lip balm with me! Dry ashy lips are so bothersome : )

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  373. Deretta says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    Karen, I got the Nars Tribal Rouge lip gloss after your post about it… LOVE the color!

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  374. Khristina says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    Keeping my fingers crossed!

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  375. Wendy says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    Tortilla soup!

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  376. Denise J. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    Man oh man is it hot in socal. geez.

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  377. Barbara says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    I always have so much lipgloss in my purse, the guy at airport security asked if I “had a fetish”!! Love your blog, love Sephora! Thanks, Karen!

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  378. Neeshie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    Watching the Olympics closing ceremony!

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  379. Dawn says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    I always have my 20+ year old hair brush in my purse. It’s seen much better days and is missing half of its bristles, but I still go into panic mode every time I think I’ve lost it!

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  380. Rosamaria says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:48 pm

    My celebrity crush is dylan o’brien, ok! :’3

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  381. Amanda says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    seeing all of your pictures of your cat makes me want to spend more time with mine hahaha too bad im allergic!! :[
    but thanks for all you do Karen!!

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  382. Joy says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:52 pm

    Hit or miss on cooking shows, love cooking blogs though.

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  383. Jeniie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    I find I go through phases where all I want to do is watch cooking shows!

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  384. Alison M says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    I ate entirely too much for dinner. Now I’m bursting, but contemplating dessert??

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  385. Leah says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    I made a key lime cheesecake the other night, and it was mind-blowing. It’s all I want to eat!

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  386. ROCOLONDON says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:56 pm

    hi, I slept a lot today!

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  387. Joanna says

    August 12th, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    Okay, I just bought my first bronzer (vs. using free ones I’ve gotten as free gifts with purchase) and I cannot figure out how to make it look…you know…natural! Bronze-y! Sun-kissed! I am pretty sure I look like someone smudged dirt on my face 🙁

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  388. Andrea says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    I had braces from 8th grade to my sophomore year. I was so happy when they came off! Now if I can just remember to wear my retainer…

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  389. Lili says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    I just got my braces off a year ago.

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  390. Lisa says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    I had braces, but I’m pretty sure they didn’t do anything for my teeth. They’re still a bit crooked, but they weren’t bad to begin with. Lame.

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  391. Jennifer says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    I love cooking shows, especially ones about desserts like Cupcake Wars and Top Chef: Just Desserts! Nom nom…. looove cupcakes! Current and forever celebrity crush: Johnny Depp! Speaking of nom nom….

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  392. Kourtney says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    Hey Karen! I loved your posts awhile back on the hourglass duos-I’m hooked!

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  393. Jen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:41 pm

    I’m mopping floors while watching the Olympics closing ceremonies.

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  394. Katty says

    August 12th, 2012 at 5:58 pm

    Hopefully I’m not getting sick.

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  395. Phoebe says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:07 pm

    Im currently watching true blood, and i’ve actually read angelfall but i didn’t think it was that amazing, fun read though!

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  396. Allegra says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    The blush I’ve been loving lately is MAC Lovecloud from the Tres Cheek collection!

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  397. Allyson says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    I love cooking shows, but love the Food Network competition shows even more!

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  398. Ashley says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    Karen I would love to win!!

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  399. Jenn P says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    We had to take our dog to the vet yesterday. (Routine visit) The meds we give him for sedation when flying do not make or keep him asleep so he was prescribed Xanex! MY DOG!!! We had to go to Target and get his rx filled because they do not stock it at the vet. His little red Target bottle has a green ring and says his name Mo P…… So weird that my dog was prescribed Xanex! He may be just a bit of a diva!

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  400. Angela says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:36 pm

    What nice relaxing Sunday. I hope everyone else had a great Sunday too!

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  401. Rosamaria says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:39 pm

    Dylan O’brien is my crush, ok!

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  402. Jasmine says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    Current celeb crush – Joseph Gordon Levitt!

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  403. Lilly says

    August 12th, 2012 at 6:57 pm

    Current girl crush, victoria beckham

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  404. Luciana Luz says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:06 pm

    Ouch! It’s 116 degrees outside today! Excessive heat warning here in Phoenix….

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  405. Liz says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:11 pm

    Joseph Gordon-Levitt. ‘nough said.

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  406. Libby says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    I love everything the Barefoot Contessa makes! I wish I knew her so she could cook for me. 🙂

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  407. Brandee C. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:38 pm

    Ed Burns is my longtime celebrity crush. Hope I win!!!!

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  408. VictoriaJane says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:52 pm

    Braces! Rubber bands! Headgear! Oh my!

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  409. Ana Knupp says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    I want to wiiiiiin! It’s cold and rainy here in Brazil, and it doesn’t help that tomorrow is monday -___-
    well, good luck everyone!
    ps: my celebrity crush is Zac Efron. can’t get any better than that.

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  410. Susan says

    August 12th, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    I just love Top Chef: Just Desserts, and pretend it will inspire me to whip up a chocolate masterpiece of some sort. Instead, I end up raiding the chocolate chips in the pantry!

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  411. Jocelyn H says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:10 pm

    No need for me to watch cooking shows, my husband is amazing in the kitchen and that works out perfect because I HATE to cook. But I can bake! 🙂 Happy Sunday Funday!

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  412. Jenny says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    Oh yeah, I had braces for 5 years. My teeth still aren’t perfect – I’d need jaw surgery to fix it all. Sigh! But it’s still an improvement, I guess. Hope you had a great weekend!

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  413. Isabel says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    My current celebrity is Lee Pace. It has been for awhile, he’s great in Pushing Daisies, and I absolutely loved him in The Fall!

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  414. Liz says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    I’m working weekends right now, and bronzer just makes me feel better about it. It perks up my tired, tired skin and helps me face the day.

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  415. tiffany says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    I have a crush on alton brown.
    …weird right?

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  416. Nina says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:33 pm

    Oh those good old braces days… haha. I usually wear blush unless my skin is unusually red, as it sometimes flares up.

    Reply
  417. Ellen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    at the moment, I am drooling over Michael Phelps. is it weird that I think the ears are cute?

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  418. Caches says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    Love your blog, Karen!

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  419. Cyn says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:02 pm

    I just finished watching the Olympic closing ceremony. The US team’s outfits were horribly boring! D:

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  420. rosemarie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    Love America’s Test Kitchen! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  421. Demi says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    Miley cyrus just chopped her hair off! OMG crazyyyyyyyy but i still love herrrr

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  422. alyssa schwabeland says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:04 pm

    my celebrity crush is most def David Boreanaz ohh my god he gets better with age!! he still looks fan tastic!!! from angel to angel with buffy and bones!!! awhhh gawd haaa

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  423. Liz Ticona says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:04 pm

    My beauty product that’s always in my purse is my lip gloss (it’ has a mint flavor too) I love it!!! 🙂

    Reply
  424. katie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:04 pm

    in case anyone was wondering, i have a cat on my head.

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  425. Tiffany says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:05 pm

    I’m watching the Olympics closing ceremony for the second time today b/c I love me some Spice Girls!

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  426. J says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:05 pm

    jeremy renner…yummmmm

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  427. KaylaK says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:06 pm

    I’m so sad the Olympics is over already! No more watching Men’s swimming or Water Polo (speedo galore!) 🙁

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  428. chibicheeks says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:08 pm

    I like the cooking competition shows! I’m not so great a cook myself, so the teaching shows aren’t so helpful 🙁

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  429. Sara says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    Giada is my favorite Food Network Chef. I do love watching Diner, Drive Ins and Drives.

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  430. RY says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    We don’t have cable so I had to give up the food network. =( One thing I never leave the house is my Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1. I’ve been hooked for 10 years!

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  431. Sara says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:10 pm

    Giada is my favorite Food Network Chef. I do love me some Diner, Drive Ins and Drives.

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  432. Faiza says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:17 pm

    I don’t watch cooking shows, but I LOVE cooking competitions. Top Chef definitely is my favorite!

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  433. Paula Rose says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:18 pm

    Whenever I need to look up a new product swatch after finding it on the Sephora site, I come straight to your blog! Love that!

    Reply
  434. Rozae says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:20 pm

    I love cooking shows but just can’t stand the same the foodnetwork stars, prefer reading & watching utube & blogs.

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  435. Stacie N says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:20 pm

    I usually wear blush most days.

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  436. Diana says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:20 pm

    Karen, I am off to Trader Joe’s tomorrow to get some mango and cream popsicles. It is hotter than a MoFo in Southern Cali!!!

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  437. Larie says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:26 pm

    I did have braces! Ugh 🙁
    Larie recently posted … Learning to Love a Color: an EOTD

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  438. Jen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    I love lipgloss and taupe eyeshadow so much! No one, besides my husband, in real life knows about my obsession!!!

    Reply
  439. XXdingding says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:45 pm

    I want to win me some makeup! 😛

    Reply
  440. Jen says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:46 pm

    I have a house of testosterone (husband, twin boys). I buy makeup because I want it and it’s a good, well deserved feminine dose.

    Reply
  441. Minnegirl says

    August 12th, 2012 at 9:54 pm

    Hi Karen and Tabs!

    Reply
  442. ger says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    I love Tabs!

    Reply
  443. Jess L says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    Love cooking shows!! 🙂

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  444. Lynn says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    My current celeb crush is Jef Holm!

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  445. Lisa says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:32 pm

    I want to try the new bare escentual’s creamy corrector!

    Reply
  446. Paula says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:33 pm

    It’s always sad when the Olympics are over.

    Reply
  447. Stephanie C says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:33 pm

    Recently I’ve been into watermelon juice! It’s so refreshing on these hot summer days! I definitely recommend it!

    Reply
  448. Nikki says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    I wear falsies for fun just about every day and I never leave my house without my DUO eyelash glue! It’s the best! I swear by it! I’ve tried several different brands and this is the only one where my eyelashes haven’t fallen out.

    Reply
  449. JE says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    I need a job.

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  450. Shannon says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Me! Me! Pick me!

    Reply
  451. Caitlin says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Some form of lip product is always in my purse, like CoverGirl’s NatureLuxe lip balm or Fresh’s lip balm.

    Reply
  452. Denisse H. says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:49 pm

    One beauty product I always carry in my purse is my lip gloss 🙂

    Reply
  453. Dee (and Maitai) says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:53 pm

    Maitai and Picard had a nice lazy day while I scrubbed the bathroom.

    Reply
  454. Gina says

    August 12th, 2012 at 10:54 pm

    Spice Girls reunited for closing ceremony…Omg I just went back to being 10 years old all over again!!

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  455. KatheriNe says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    I always have lip balm in my purse. Currently I have the pomegranate badger balm.

    Reply
  456. penelope says

    August 12th, 2012 at 11:24 pm

    My birthday is tomorrow and it would be the best birthday ever is I won a gift card to Sephora! I’ve been dying to try the new NARS collection! 🙂

    Reply
  457. Danielle says

    August 13th, 2012 at 12:58 am

    I’m sadly leaving my home in the bay tomorrow to go back to scorching louisiana for my final year of grad school.

    Reply
  458. Yesenia says

    August 13th, 2012 at 5:21 am

    going skating today! ;D

    Reply
  459. Tuhina Dayal says

    August 13th, 2012 at 6:37 am

    I wear brush every day!

    Reply
  460. Kathy says

    August 13th, 2012 at 10:13 am

    Not a cooking show but Man Vs. Food is my jammy jam!

    Reply
  461. Audrey says

    August 13th, 2012 at 10:37 am

    I like cooking shows, but i especially love cooking competition shows! I love Hell’s Kitchen and Master Chef haha!

    Reply
  462. Anka says

    August 13th, 2012 at 1:08 pm

    I always carry around chapstick and hand sanitizer 🙂

    Reply
  463. Sandy says

    August 13th, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    Love your blog Karen! I always carry lip balm, currently using Kiehl’s in a tube and loving it for my dry summer lips.

    Reply
  464. stephanie says

    August 13th, 2012 at 1:18 pm

    Saw Jason Mraz in concert last night and all I can say is that man can serenade me for the rest of my life.

    Reply
  465. Taylor Hurwitz says

    August 13th, 2012 at 5:18 pm

    I like project runway!

    Reply
  466. Leah says

    August 14th, 2012 at 6:12 am

    I wear blush more frequently in the fall and winter, but rarely in spring/summer since I sweat all the time and everywhere lol.

    Reply
  467. chanty says

    August 14th, 2012 at 8:33 am

    Where at is the winner announced here?!~?!?

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    • Karen says

      August 14th, 2012 at 9:08 am

      At the top and the bottom of the post (you can see examples from past giveaways), Twitter and Facebook. I’m choosing a winner today so stay tuned!

      Reply

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