We here, at Style Tabloid, love our eyeliners. If we had to choose one makeup product we couldn't live without with, eyeliner would win hands down. They can change your look instantly. I personally feel like eyeliner gives my eyes the definition it needs. While I do adore my mascara, bronzer, and other vast beauty products, eyeliner has got to be the one where I'm willing to spend the extra bucks to get a high quality item. You can trust me when I say I've tried almost every eyeliner brand under the sun. Nowadays I'm loyal to a select few because I've found they provide great color and don't smudge, a huge thing for me. Here are 4 eyeliners that are worth the money.

N.Y.C. Classic Brow and Liner Pencils

For a mere $0.99 this eyeliner is such a steal! You can also get the eyeliner duet which features two colors for $1.99. Both are so inexpensive you can buy a ton at once. Usually the higher priced something is, the better quality it is. But not with N.Y.C's eyeliners! They go on easily, don't smudge, and are super easy to sharpen. You can't ask for more.

L'Oreal Paris Le Kohl Eyeliner

L'Oreal beauty products are always a favorite, but their Le Kohl eyeliner is such a find for about $8.00. It goes on extremely smooth on the eyelid and barely smudges. Plus it comes off easily with soap and water.

Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner

This is the eyeliner I'm currently using, and I can't get enough! They sell for about $7.00 at most drugstores, and I never have to worry about it smudging. Another reason why I love it is that I don't have to sharpen it. Ever!

Make Up Forever Aqua Eyes Eyeliner

While a bit more on the expensive side, $17.00 at Sephora, it's so worth the price. It's a waterproof formula that doesn't budge even while exercising. It glides on easily without any pulling or tugging on the skin. And they come in every color under sun!


What are your favorite eyeliners? I'm always on the lookout for the "perfect" eyeliner, so share!

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I'm honestly not a big makeup user. On most days my routine consists of swiping on some waterproof eyeliner, and sometimes mascara if I have the time. I'm actually quite content with my skin because I rarely get pimples/zits and it's very smooth. The only negative thing about it is that I always have to lather on lotion after washing since my face gets quite dry.

But of course, no one has a perfect complexion. I thought on days when I did want to look more put together I'd want some kind of foundation. I contemplated about different powders before realizing that it would only dry out my skin more. And honestly, I wanted just a light coverage since my skin is a bit sensitive, and I really don't need that much makeup.

Then I realized that the perfect solution would be tinted moisturizer. Not only is it light and moisturizes, it contains SPF 15 for protection! So I bought Covergirl's Aqua CG Smoothers as my first bottle. And I'm in love with it! It does everything it's supposed to, and it's quick and easy to rub on right after I wash up. It evens out my skin tone without making it feel like a have layers of foundation on my face. All this for about $7.00!

If you have dry skin like mine, but are looking for something other than tinted moisturizer, they also carry the following products:

CG Smoothers All Day Hydrating Makeup


CG Smoothers AquaSmooth Compact Foundation

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Sephora.com has some amazing gift sets and many of them are under $25! They're perfect beauty presents for your girlfriends. I know usually makeup isn't a gift you would go for, since handing your friend an eyeliner stick or mascara can seem measly. But these gift sets won't make you feel like that; trust me.

Plus if you're a Beauty Insider member you can collect points for every dollar you spend! By being a Beauty Insider you can shop for limited edition items on the website, and redeem points to get exclusive samples.

Under $25

Shu Uemura 24k Gold Eyelash Curler, $24
Urban Decay Trifecta: Combination Sets, $22

• The Shu Uemura eyelash curler is one of the best eyelash curlers out there. Compared to other brands this works a thousand times better. But honestly, giving someone an eyelash curler for their Christmas present might seem a bit unusual. But this limited edition comes in 24K gold in a luxurious red package. (You might even want to pick up one yourself!)
• Urban Decay's eye products are a favorite among many. This great set doesn't make you choose just one. It comes with mini version of their best products so you can try them all. It includes eyeshadow primer potion, glide-on eye pencil, and Big Fatty mascara.

Cargo Holiday Nights Collection, $25
Korres Sugar & Spice Set, $12

• This little set contains everything you need to create the perfect holiday look. It comes in a exquisite cloth box which includes a mirror. Inside are four complimentary eyeshadow colors, blush, silver eye pencil, and face and body sparkle. It's easy to just slip into your clutch and touch-up on the go.
• This set of trio sweet and spicy showergels are perfect for getting you into the festive mood. Not only do they smell good enough to eat, they each contain vitamins and proteins to give you healthy, glowing skin.

Under $50

Sephora Brand Ultimate Blockbuster, $48
Nars Safer Multiple Orgasm Set, $37

• This amazing makeup palette is perfect for your beauty savy friend. It can be used all over the face -- eyes, lips, cheeks, etc. It contains eyeshadow, lipgloss, and powder all on stackable, easy-to-carry, trays. But that's not all, it also comes with makeup tools! It contains four brushes, three sponge-tipped applicators, a lip liner, and an eyeliner. No matter where you are, perfect makeup can be applied with everything in this slick, black makeup case.
• Nars is famous for their blushes, but this gift set also comes with two discreetly packaged condoms! This is a great, unique gift for your girlfriend who's bound to end up in giggles once she unwraps your present. Don't worry, a blush cream stick is also included.
  

Sephora Brand Scent Sampler Trendsetters For Her, $50
Oscar Blandi Collezione di Jasmine Hair Smoothing Essentials, $48

• This is a set of nine designer fragrances. It's perfect for your friend who can never set her mind on anything. This collection allows for the wearer to test out all the different sets ranging from Burberry Brit Sheer, Nina Ricci Nina, and Prada Infusion D'Iris. Since you might not know what your friend likes, why not let her try a little bit of each? After she's found her favorite she can fill it in an enclosed voucher, bring it to her local Sephora store, and get the full bottle of the fragrance she's chosen!
  
• This is a fabulous hair-shining kit from the famous Oscar Blandi collection. It comes with a simple regimen you follow, including a conditioning and cleansing treatment, that will fortify, protect, and smooth your hair. Not only that it comes with two of Blandi's best-selling styling aids.

And that's not even half of what's in stock! Check out Sephora's website and look around for the perfect Christmas gift for your girlfriends (and even moms and aunts!). You will not be displeased, and neither will they. Who doesn't like looking beautiful and getting spruced up for the holidays? Start gift shopping early!

★ Chloé

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I love nail polish. As sad as this sounds, if I don't have any on my fingernails I feel so naked. That is exactly how much I'm addicted to nail polish. I love it when my nails start growing out, and my polish starts chipping. You know why? Because then I can start all over and choose a new color to paint on. Plus, with all the gorgeous shades they have out these days, how can you not get excited?

Drugstore brands are my usual choices, but my favorites are the OPI ones at Sephora.


Sephora by OPI Nail Color $9

These are my favorite colors for winter. Color that is more deep, yet still pretty! They come in a hundred more different shades, so they are so worth checking out. Plus the price isn't too heavy.

★ Chloé

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If you guys didn't know, it's National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Now if you have already donated, then that's great! But I know a lot of you just don't have the opportunity or don't know where to start. An easy way is buying products that donate some of the proceedings to the charity. But sometimes that can be kind of shady (for lack of a better word). How do you know that they're actually going to the cause you think you're shopping for? Plus, a lot of the times the things you buy you most likely just stash away and forget about it.

But don't worry! I've compiled a few items that either show your support for breast cancer awareness, or donate a percentage of the payout to the charity. And not only that, they're things that you would actually use!

Here are some things you probably didn't know you could buy to help this cause:

















(On the left): iLuck Breast Cancer Wrist Wrap $20.00 (On the right): Clinique Moisturizing Lotion $35.00.

















(On the left): Splendid Polka Dotted Tank $42.00 (On the right): Elizabeth Hurley Lip Color Collection $16.00.


















(On the left): Juicy Couture "Sammy" Scottie Dog Rainboots $108.00 (On the right): Echo Metallic Ombre Scarf $48.00.

Click the links if you would like more information on how your purchase of any of these items above will help.

♥ Celeste

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Now that the days are getting shorter, I'm sure your skin is getting lighter. So why not put those bronzers away, and bring out the blush? Even if you absolutely can't live without your bronzer, you can always apply it underneath! Rosy cheeks will look amazing against your fall skin.

No matter what your price range, blush is fairly simple to shop for. While on a budget, Wet N Wild is my favorite make-up brand. They have every product for an inexpensive price. To get you started, here are four recommended blushes:

















(On the left): Wet N Wild Silk Finish Highlight and Contour Blush $4.98 (On the right): Maybelline Dream Mousse Blush $6.00. (Both items are available at most drugstores).

The great thing about the Silk Finish, besides it being extremely budget-friendly, is that it comes with three different shades. So you can use one by itself, or to create some depth, use all three! These come in four different variations, so you can choose which three colors you'd like depending on your skin tone. Tip: Don't forget to buy a medium size blush brush if you don't have one already!

I personally love the Dream Mousse because all it takes is a couple dabs of it on your fingers, and some blending to get a natural look. Plus, if you don't like powders this is a great alternative! I have the "Rose Petal" and it's subtle sheen gives me a nice radiance, even if I'm not wearing any other beauty products!














(On the left): Bare Escentuals Blush $18.00-$20.00 (On the right): Nars Blush $25.00 (available at any Sephora store, or Sephora.com).

Bare Escentuals blush is perfect for you if you have sensitive skin like me. Mineral make up is less irritating than the regular kind. You can actually apply this blush lightly over your forehead and chin for a pretty glow, just like you'd do with bronzer! It comes in fifteen different shades, so you're bound to find the perfect one for you! (There are three shades that are only available online. Those three are $20.00 each).

Nars blush is a popular favorite from make up artists to beauty editors. It always goes on very naturally and the golden shimmer gives you an amazing glow. This is a great product if you're looking for a long-lasting, high quality blush. Don't be afraid to spend if you're going to use it often.

How-to apply blush

Now that you found the perfect blush, we're going to explain how to perfectly apply it! We don't want you to go out in public with two obvious streaks against your cheeks. Follow this simple step-by-step guide to avoid mistakes.

1. (Skip this part if you already found the shade that matches you best). The easiest way to avoid a blush mistake is by finding a shade that matches the color of your cheeks when you're flushed (for example, after exercising). Most people with fair or light skin look best in a rose or peach color, while people with dark skin look better in apricot or red.
2. If you buy a blush that comes with that small, can-barely-fit-into-a-doll's-hand brush, just chuck it out. You want to apply blush as naturally as possible, and by using a brush with such a small surface area as the one that's given, you're just asking for a beauty faux pas. Buy a full make up brush, and don't use the same one you use for your foundation. (Look here for some brushes if you don't have one already).
3. Now put the blush all over the top the brush, and tap it to get rid of the excess. Don't worry about it being too little. You can always re-apply. Now if this is your first time, look into the mirror and smile. This makes it easier for you to find the apples of your cheeks, where you should be applying the blush.
4. Apply the blush with a light hand over the apples of your cheeks. Blend, blend, and blend so you don't get "clown-ish" cheeks. You can also try blending upwards on your cheekbones, toward your temples to create some depth.
5. To finish it off, gently dust some translucent powder to ensure that the color stays on longer.

Extra Step: Like I said in the beginning, you can apply your bronzer along with your blush. It's very simple, and it's another great look to try! Before applying your blush, take some bronzer and dust it on your forehead, chin and nose for a sun-kissed sheen, even in the winter!

♥ Celeste

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