How is this blog different from all other blogs?
My goal is to bring the experience of visiting the makeup counter online. I swatch all of something (a brand’s entire winter collection, or a whole category of permanent items, like MAC lipsticks) on my arm, and take a picture, in sunlight. I make notes: is it sheer? Sparkly? Scented? I also ask the sales associates a bunch of questions: Does it have any special ingredients? What skintype is it best for? Is it limited edition? And that information, along with the pictures, gets posted here.
You’ll find several different types of posts. There are sneak peeks of upcoming collections, Tips from a Makeup Artist (TFMA), and a few tutorials.
But most of the posts are swatches. You can read straight through chronologically, or you can browse by brand or type of product. (Mouse over the menu bar for a drop-down list of brands or product types — OR if you want to search within a category, select it from the drop down menu next to the search field.)
I also recommend the “Hot Topics” tab. That’s where I put the most commonly referenced posts.
Think you’ve got the hang of it? Great! These articles are some of my favorites (and I think they make a great place to start):
Do you know any site that shows “swatches on the arm” of Chanel Aqualumiere LIPSTICKS?
What a great site you have. Love it and will be back! You helped me to choose two colors of the new Chanel lipsticks!
Hi Karla,
I absolutely adore your site!
I will not even consider a purchase unless I check your your outstanding swatches first!
I live in Germany and many of these products aren’t readily available, so your swatches mean the world to me.
You have saved me so much time and money and the ‘black’ line you use to separate the color swatches… genius!
No Karla Sugar swatches… no sale!
Would it be possible for you to do some swatches of: Urban Decay – Brow Box?
I know you are super busy, if you can’t do it that’s fine.
Thank you so much for everything, it is truly greatly appreciated!
Kris
I know you are getting a thousand of these but I was just wondering if you ever thought of swatching the Le Metier de Beaute products. I’m personally interested in seeing the Lip creme lip glosses but the other stuff would be nice too.
Thanks!
Mia
Karla,
I was wondering (really hoping) if you could swatch the Giorgio Armani Maestro Eye shadows?
I live in Alaska and Giorgio Armani is not sold in this state. The closest counter is in Washington.
Thanks so Much
Jennifer
Hi, Today was my second time on your blog and let me say that you do indeed tell me everything I want to know! I want to extend my gratitude and wish you further luck with your blog.
Hello
Yesterday, I was surfing the internet for some mac collections and hurrray what did I find?
Yes, your site. It’s sooo cool here.
It’s totally what many girls need, I think.
I also found your recent contest.
I take part in =) Maybe I win. It would be my first time. hihi
Well. Have a nice day.
kisses and hugs Becci
Looking forward to reading your stuff.
There’s some book out that I was told I should bring shopping with me ANY time I go out to buy makeup.
Don’t know the name of it, but I’ll find out, or if you know it would you mind telling me the name.
Thanks.
Aaah! I finally made it! and WOW~ i’m impressed Karla! Yes it’s me who tried selling u the concealer @ your BB counter @ Nordtroms! not there anymore…is working for 20th Cnetury FOX & NBC for upcoming fall tv drama (was an eagle captured in a chicken coop..was bound to get out) but i had to stop by and see!!!
I got a new gig with D mag, maybe you can help me out! keep i touch!
I LUV your site! So helpful and Iluv how you are so current with all your information and products. THANKS!!!!!
Hey, i was just looking for a “donate” option. I think you should add one. your site is so helpful