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Blog Category: Beauty Reviews
When it comes to reviewing beauty products, Makeup Moxie takes its job seriously. We never have and never will do a paid review of a product.

While some products have been sent by cosmetic companies or PR firms, others are simply personal purchases. Regardless of where the product comes from, however, every review is a completely honest opinion of a product that has been personally — and thoroughly — tested.
August 27th, 2008

Cargo Better Than Waterproof Mascara Review

Cargo Better Than Waterproof Mascara promises to thicken lashes and resist smudging and smearing. But does it work?

August 11th, 2008

Lorac Double Feature Review

With a concealer on one end, a highlighter on the other, and a built-in “blender ball”, Lorac Double Feature promises complexion perfection. But does it work?

August 6th, 2008

Benefit Powderflage Review

Can Benefit’s new Powderflage concealing powder really make up for a lack of beauty sleep?

July 28th, 2008

Revlon Beyond Natural Liptint Review

Revlon’s new tinted lip-balm is budget-friendly. But does it work?

July 24th, 2008

Volumizing Leave-In Conditioner Review

Bed Head Superstar Volumizing Leave-In Conditioner promises to detangle and condition hair while adding light volume and hold. But does it work?

July 16th, 2008

Reviewed: Pop Beauty Lip Lust

Pop Beauty’s Lip Lust is a hydrating lipstick that promises sheer, hydrating color. But does it work?

June 30th, 2008

Vincent Longo Cushion Lips with SPF 20

Vincent Longo Cushion Lips is an SPF 20 lipgloss, lip plumper and healing lip treatment all rolled into one. Too bad there’s something about it that might be a real deal-killer.

June 26th, 2008

Lip Balm Love

An SPF 15 lip balm that’s tinted, but not over-pigmented. Shiny, but not too glossy. Lush and hydrating, but definitely not too thick or sticky.

June 23rd, 2008

Drugstore Superstar: Coppertone Face Lotion with SPF 30

Effective, silky…and inexpensive! The search for the perfect facial sunscreen ends here.

June 3rd, 2008

Hourglass Cream Bronzer Review

The Hourglass Illume Creme-to-Powder Duo has a lush creamy texture and smooth finish, but will the color work for you?

May 29th, 2008

MAC Tendertone Lip Balm: The Agony and the Ecstasy

MAC Tendertone Lip Balm is a highly addictive lip balm that provides a hint of color, subtle shine, and SPF 12 sun protection.

May 27th, 2008

Korres Watermelon Tinted Moisturizer

Korres Watermelon Lightweight Tinted Moisturizer is supposed to offer skin-smoothing coverage while providing SPF 30 sun protection.

May 20th, 2008

Reviewed: Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain

Tarte 4 Day Lash Stain mascara promises ultra-long-wearing, smudge-proof lash color. But does it work?

May 19th, 2008

Caudalie Fresh Complexion Tinted Moisturizer

Caudalies Fresh Complexion Tinted Moisturizer claims to offer antioxidant protection, moisture, and a radiant-looking complexion - but does it work?

May 15th, 2008

Fresh Eyeshadow Review

The Eye Shadow Trio by Fresh features three perfectly coordinated eyeshadows. But how well do they work?

May 14th, 2008

Hourglass Superficial Lash Review

Hourglass Superficial Lash mascara promises long, dark lashes — but does it work?

May 12th, 2008

Guerlain’s New Terracotta Bronzing Brush

Guerlain Terracotta Bronzing Brush is a lightly tinted gel bronzer that comes with a built-in face brush.

May 8th, 2008

Old School Powder Papers Rediscovered

Even though they may not be as effective as modern facial blotting tissues, the sweet scent and oil-absorbing power of Papier Poudre still brings back good memories.

May 5th, 2008

Hot Review: Complexion Perfection for the Global Goddess

The Global Goddess Complexion Perfection Duo features coordinating cream foundation and concealer in one convenient compact. But does it actually work?

May 1st, 2008

Lorac On Screen Duo: Bomb or Blockbuster?

Lorac’s new On Screen Duo features a highlighter eyeshadow and a cream liner in one convenient little pot. But does it work?