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Makeup and Beauty Blog Monday Poll, Vol. 252

December 31st, 2012 by Karen 19 Comments

the makeup and beauty blog monday poll — Shauna the Wonderdog is ready to party!

You might be wondering, “So what the heck is this Monday Poll thing anyway?”

Well, it isn’t much of a poll. It’s more just a constantly evolving (devolving?), somewhat random list of questions I’ve been putting out to readers every Monday morning for the past four years. I’ve always enjoyed reading your answers in the comments, and I hope you enjoy reading mine.

Mood:
I’m okay. I’m a little anxious just because I kind of want to play hooky today and spend the last day of the year doing fun things out and about.

What’s one thing you’ve been doing a lot lately?
Eating. Everything that comes across my path. Because at family celebrations, um, there’s just a ton of food, and it’s everywhere.

What’s one of the best things that happened to you in 2012?
I went to Kauai last spring with El Hub. It was one of those things where I really needed a vacation, and it was the perfect type of vacation that I needed at the time. I didn’t do much, just hung out at the beach, swam my little mermaid’s heart out, and I hung out with the beach kitties. It was relaxing and just fun.

What are you hoping for in 2013?
I’m thinking…to be honest, I would love to have my work and my personal life balanced. I want to be able to write with passion and joy and not feel so angry when I get a bout of writer’s block.

Are you protective of anyone?
Yes. My cat, my brother and El Hub, although El Hub doesn’t really need a lot of protecting. Maybe just protecting from himself when he buys clothes. 🙂

What fragrance have you been loving lately? Have you been loving any fragrances lately?
Yes. Coco Mademoiselle. I’ve been wearing it since about 2007, off and on. When I went to that Chanel thing, that trolley thing a couple weeks ago, I just sort of fell in love with Chanel scents again.

Have you ever worked a retail job over the holidays?
Yeah. Jen and I did a ton of retail jobs together when I was in college. The most memorable one was when we worked at the Limited together over Christmas. I just remember the soundtrack in the store… They played Motown all the time, and we had so much fun. I sold a ton of fuzzy sweaters to clueless dudes, and purse wallets.

Overall, how would you characterize 2012?
It was a good year. You get older, and you start to realize that you’re not going to have your family around forever, so when you make it through another year, and everybody’s healthy, and you still have your core family members around, you’re just really happy. I mean, these days I get excited to just have things stay the same, even though I know that sounds really boring.

What are you doing tonight? Are you going out for New Year’s?
I still don’t know! No parties. I STILL DON’T KNOW!! El Hub and I aren’t exactly “planning” (insert air quotes) people. I have a feeling we’re going to wing it, or end up eating a pizza in front of the TV with Tabs begging for food.

What are your weekly goals?
I want to make a healthy dinner at 6 o’clock every day. I want to end each day not feeling completely loony tunes, and feel like I did good work. And I want to give Tabs extra lovies because I feel like he’s been needing his mama.

To complete the Monday Poll, just copy the following list, and paste it with your answers in the comments.

Le List

1. How do you feel right now?
2. What’s one thing you’ve been doing a lot lately?
3. What’s one of the best things that happened to you in 2012?
4. What are you hoping for in 2013?
5. Are you protective of anyone?
6. What fragrance have you been loving lately? Have you been loving any fragrances lately?
7. Have you ever worked a retail job over the holidays?
8. Overall, how would you characterize 2012?
9. What are you doing tonight? Are you going out for New Year’s?
10. What are your weekly goals?

It’s the last day of 2012. We made it through another year together, and I feel like I say this every year, but this one really did seem to go by fast, and let me just say that as you get further up into your 30s, something odd happens where the days seem to just fly by, and the seasons fly by, and it’s honestly something that I never anticipated happening.

Just you wait. Wait until it happens to you, you’ll be like, “Hey, Karen, you were so right!” 🙂

I just want to wish you a happy new year, for one, and say that whatever you’re doing today, even if it’s just working, or you’re puttering around the house, or just hanging around with your family, I hope that you get to do a little something for yourself today that makes you happy. Maybe it’s painting your nails, or curling your hair, or straightening your hair, whatever it is. Try to end the year on a good note.

Before you know it, we’ll be talking in 2013.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Sundays With Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 224

December 30th, 2012 by Karen 13 Comments

A RELAXING TIME: PART 2

by Tabs the Cat

Tabs sat motionless in the shed, letting his eyes adjust to the darkness as the ringing in his ears from the once noisy generator subsided.

Soon, thanks to the sparse moonlight coming in through the one tiny window in the room, he could clearly make out shapes — the chair, his Louis Vuitton luggage and Chanel overnight bag, the generator, electric heater, the hole in the ice and the small wooden workman’s desk — and then details, like the lovely Chanel double C logo, the elegant Louis Vuitton pattern and a familiar-looking tool on top of the desk…

Can opener, he thought. That’s what his assistant called them. He never figured out how to make it work, but he knew that it could produce gravy. His assistant did it all the time.

Knowing it was here, he felt a tinge of relief. Maybe he could figure out how to use it if he had to. If his assistant could use it, it couldn’t be that hard.

Carefully, he walked over to the edge of the hole in the ice and peered down. Water gently lapped against the sides, but its depths were impenetrable, even to his efficient kitty eyes.

“Meow!” he called. Siri! Then he made his way around to the other side of the hole and tried again, louder this time. “Meow!!” Siri!!

No answer… Was she ignoring him, or somehow unable to reply?

“Mrf!” he huffed. Probably the former. These days, it’s just so hard to find good help.

It occurred to Tabs that he wouldn’t be in this situation had his assistant back at the office done her job. She was in charge of travel arrangements, after all, so this was entirely her fault.

“Mmrrrwww…” he grumbled. He was going to give her an earful when he got —

Tabs whipped around and focussed his senses intensely on the door. He heard something outside, something shuffling on the ice. His ears rotated on his head like tiny radar dishes trying to triangulate the source of the sound.

There! He heard it again. Something skilled in the art of espionage. It was close. Right behind the door, and it was big. Tabs could tell. Much bigger than a cat.

Then, the smell. Instinctively, Tabs arched his back to appear larger, triggered his claws and hissed loudly at the door.

Dog!

— TO BE CONTINUED —

If you enjoyed this little tale and would like to see Tabs continue the story, let him know in the comments. 🙂 And now, here are some pics from Tabs’ ever-growing kitty modeling portfolio.

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

December 29th, 2012 by Karen 451 Comments

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

I can totally picture my little tabby Jedi fighting alongside Yoda against the Separatist droid forces… 🙂

So how’s it going this morning? Are you coming down from the whir of the holidays? I’m still kind of in that buzzing mode. I have to run to the mall a little later today, and I’m wondering what the crowds are gonna be like. I hope they aren’t too out of control.

Oh, guess what I’ve been doing lately? About a week ago I started re-watching the entire series run of The Hills on Netflix. I’m almost finished with season three, when everything pretty much revolves around the Spencer/Heidi/LC/Audrina/Lo maelstrom of melodrama.

I get so sad watching Heidi get caught up in everything and how she’s totally manipulated by Spencer… Like El Hub always says, “That guy really needs to get his @ss kicked.”

Anywho, I hope you have a good weekend. Here’s a Sephora eGift card giveaway to move things along. 🙂

What folks are saying…

“What a lovely surprise it was to see your announcement (after completing one of many exams/papers/projects I have this crazy week)! The eCard will definitely ease expenses for this broke, beauty-obsessed college student. Thank you, Karen and Tabs!!”
-Katie

“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

“Thank you SO much Karen! OMG! Wishes really do come true! I can’t believe I won! You have no idea how much this will help me through the holidays. I’ve been an avid fan of your blog for the past two years. Your witty and creative entries, informative makeup information, and beautiful photos have kept me hooked. I look forward to more of it. Goodness, you’ve
seriously just made my week and it’s only Tuesday night!”
-Zharlynne

“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)

“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

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, what’s your favorite one of the Star Wars movies? Do you take your pets to get groomed? Do you curl your lashes, or are they naturally curly? Do you like oatmeal? Have you been exercising over the holidays? Do you have a favorite chair? Did you give any beauty gifts this year? — you get the idea.
Second, you can enter by following me on Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
- Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a $50 eGift Card from Sephora! http://bit.ly/Vo8krE

The deadline to enter is Sunday, December 30, 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 Felicia Russell! Congratulations, Felicia! 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 Benefit Sexiest Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit (a $30 Value)!

December 28th, 2012 by Karen 355 Comments

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

Benefit World Famous Neutrals Eyenessas Sexiest Nudes Ever box front

Er, no. I’m pretty sure the name of the prize in today’s giveaway, Benefit’s Sexiest Nudes Ever, was NOT inspired by Magic Mike, the groundbreaking film starring Academy Award shoe-in Channing Tatum… 🙂

But snaps to you, girl, for making the connection, LOL!

I was really surprised by this eyeshadow kit (a Sephora exclusive) and its cool-toned smokey shades.

In all, it comes with six products — four Longwearing Powder Shadows in Milk It (a pearly off-white), Raincheck (a demi-matte mauve), Pause for Applause (a matte purplish pink) and Blingo (a metallic silver); and two Creaseless Creams in Bikini-Tini (a shimmery golden peach) and Holy Smokes (a shimmery bluish gray).

I hope you’ll love these colors as much as I do, and because I think you will, I’m giving one of the kits away today!

Benefit World Famous Neutrals Eyenessas Sexiest Nudes Ever closeup

Benefit World Famous Neutrals Eyenessas Sexiest Nudes Ever overhead

Benefit World Famous Neutrals Eyenessas Sexiest Nudes Ever box back

One (1) Benefit Sexiest Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit valued at $30.

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 remember the name of the first purple eyeshadow you ever wore? Do you like cream and sugar in your coffee? What’s one word that describes the way your hair looks right when you get out of bed in the morning? How often do you wear smokey eyes? When was the last time you had a salad? What’s your least favorite household chore? How long does it take you to decide what to wear? — you get the idea.
Second, you can enter by following me on Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
- Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a Benefit Sexiest Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit (a $30 value)! http://bit.ly/Vl9CjZ

The deadline to enter is Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 11:59PM (PST).
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 internationally and in the United States 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).
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

P.S. TGIF! 🙂 Wait! — don’t go yet. Have you already entered these two other giveaways? The first one is for one of my favorite accessories of the year, the Zella Gathered Tote (I LOVE that thing).

Two Ways to Win a Zella Gathered Tote (a $68 Value)! — Closes Friday, 12/28/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST
Two Ways to Win a Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit (a $30 Value)! — Closes Saturday, 12/29/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST

WINNER: The giveaway is closed now, and the winner is AmyE! Congratulations, AmyE! 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 Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit (a $30 Value)!

December 27th, 2012 by Karen 468 Comments

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

Do you believe in magic?

I only ask because it’s real…as evident by the spellbinding new Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit ($30 value).

This kit’s combination of rich, warm neutrals will brighten your eyes quicker than you can wave your magic wand and yell, “ABRACADABRA!”

Okay, well, maybe not that quickly…but you know what I mean. 🙂

It comes with two Creaseless Creams (shimmery champagne Birthday Suit, and My Two Cents, a warm and shimmery golden copper), and four Longwear Powder Shadows in Call My Buff (a pearly, peachy beige), Kiss Me I’m Tipsy (a warm reddish brown with a hint of plum), It’s Complicated (a shimmery pinkish gold) and Gilt-y Pleasure (a shimmery peachy gold).

Enter tonight’s giveaway (expires Saturday, December 29 at 11:59 p.m. PST), and you could be the lucky lady (or gent) who takes one home.

Would be a nice way to start the new year. 🙂

One (1) Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit valued at $30.

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, have you been loving any neutral eyeshadows these days? What tools and technique do you use to apply cream eyeshadows? If you got one this year, have you taken down your Christmas tree yet? Are you taking it easy or going buck wild for New Year’s Eve? What’s been your biggest beauty challenge this winter so far? Is there a veggie you absolutely, positively will not eat? — you get the idea.
Second, you can enter by following me on Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
- Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever Eyeshadow Kit (a $30 value)! http://bit.ly/YSdLSL

The deadline to enter is Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 11:59PM (PST).
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 internationally and in the United States 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).
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

P.S. It’s still giveaway-fest 2012 around here! Have you already entered these other ongoing giveaways?

Two Ways to Win a Zella Gathered Tote (a $68 Value)! — Closes Friday, 12/28/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST
Two Ways to Win a Mikas Pond Stacy Wallet from Kate Spade (a $100 Value)! — Closes Thursday, 12/27/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST

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

Sundays With Tabs, the Archives: From Anastasia to Zoya

December 27th, 2012 by Karen 17 Comments

The archives. As I’m sure you’re aware, our benefactor here on Makeup and Beauty Blog is world-renowned kitty supermodel/entrepreneur Tabs the Cat, star of stage, screen and printed glossy magazines, and the CFO (Chief Feline Officer) of Tabs the Cat Industries, LLC, a Feline Fortune 500 company.

Over the course of his prolific career, Tabs has worked on hundreds (more than 540!) kitty modeling campaigns for fashion and beauty brands both big and small, and here they are, all of them in a single, GIGANTIC post! 🙂

In alphabetical order, starting with Anastasia…

ANASTASIA

APPLE

AQUOLINA

AVEDA

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12 Days of Giveaways: Two Ways to Win a Zella Gathered Tote (a $68 Value)!

December 26th, 2012 by Karen 259 Comments

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

This year’s 12 Days of Giveaways series started with a stellar Zella giveaway, so I guess it’s only fitting that we slalom through the homestretch with another zinger from Zella. 🙂

The $68 Zella Gathered Tote was one of my favorite accessories of the year.

Babe, I absolutely love this bag! Lightweight, comfy AND it fits all of my crap, like my photography equipment, makeup bag, cell phone, wallet, cans of Fancy Feast, tiny jars of Nutella, anvils, car batteries…

And it’s loaded with pockets! — inside and out.

Best of all, it’s flexible. You can use it as a basic purse, a gym bag, a photography bag or just a general purpose junk bag. Or, convert it to a cross-body bag with the padded strap if you need your hands free.

The deets…

Top zip colosure
Exterior zip and open pockets
Interior zip pocket; open mesh pockets
Nylon
Dimensions: 17 1/4″W x 18 1/2″H x 4″D (measures extra large)
Strap drop: 8″
Shoulder strap drop: 13″ – 24″

This being the grand finale in this year’s 12 Days of Giveaways series on Makeup and Beauty Blog, I wanted to go out with a BAG!

I meant bang… Go out with a bang. 🙂

zella gathered tote side pocket with phone — Two deep zippered side pockets keep my phone and keys readily available

One (1) Zella Gathered Tote valued at $68.

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, are you doing any after-Christmas shopping today? If you win today Zella Tote giveaway, where’re the first place you’d take it? Have you used Skype/Facetime/Google Talk at all over the holidays? What would you like to accomplish before the end of this year (which is barely a week away!)? Have you made any New Year’s resolutions? What makeup are you wearing today? — you get the idea.
Second, you can enter by following me on Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
- Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a Zella Gathered Tote (a $68 value)! http://bit.ly/W5r241

The deadline to enter is Friday, December 28, 2012 at 11:59PM (PST).
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 in the United States 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).
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

P.S. That about does it. Don’t forget to enter these couple other giveaways before they’re going, going, gone…

Two Ways to Birds Over Arches Cosmetics Case from Kate Spade (an $88 Value)! — Closes Wednesday, 12/26/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST
Two Ways to Win a Mikas Pond Stacy Wallet from Kate Spade (an $100 Value)! — Closes Thursday, 12/27/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST

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

12 Days of Giveaways: Two Ways to Win a Mikas Pond Stacy Wallet From Kate Spade (a $100 Value)!

December 25th, 2012 by Karen 287 Comments

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

Aww… Look at that poor makeup bag sitting there all alone in that purse. I think she needs a friend. A new friend for the new year from someone named Kate Spade. 🙂

The Kate Spade Mikas Pond Stacy Wallet should do nicely, and every time you peek down into your purse, there they’ll be, like two peas in a pod.

The deets…

Continental wallet with a magnetic snap closure
12 credit card slots, 4 billfolds, ID window and exterior zip pocket
14-karat light gold-plated hardware
Interior pocket
Custom woven tango dot on cotton twill lining
Gold printed KSNY signature and spade stud
3.5″h x 6.6″w x 0.5″d

That’s right! — it’s day 11 of 12 Days of Giveaways on Makeup and Beauty Blog (TIP: click here and scroll down the page to enter the other ongoing giveaways). 🙂

One (1) Mikas Pond Stacy Wallet From Kate Spade valued at $100.

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, what’s your holiday treat (eggnog, gingerbread cookies, fruit cake, etc.)? What’s your favorite kind of animal? How do you think you’d fare in the zombie apocalypse (I know! So random!)? Do you like to wear makeup when you’re having family time at home? Do you wear shoes in your house (we take ours off by the door)? Did Santa bring you anything special this year? — you get the idea.
Second, you can enter by following me on Twitter @karenmbb and retweeting (RT) the following message:
- Follow @karenmbb and RT to Win a Mikas Pond Stacy Wallet From Kate Spade (a $100 value)! http://bit.ly/V1GS04

The deadline to enter is Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 11:59PM (PST).
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 in the United States 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).
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

P.S. Don’t even think about leaving to get that second cup of cocoa (or eggnog) before you enter these other ongoing giveaways (if you haven’t already). Including this one, that’s three different MBB giveaways you could enter right now.

Two Ways to Win a Birds Over Arches Cosmetics Case from Kate Spade (an $88 Value)! — Closes Wednesday, 12/26/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST
Two Ways to Win a Neutrogena Allure Best of Beauty Gift Basket (a $83 Value)! — Closes Tuesday, 12/25/12 at 11:59 p.m. PST

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