What would you like to see more of?

I just added a poll to the top of my sidebar.  If you have time, I'd be most appreciative if you could fill it out for me.  :)  I want to focus on making the blog better this summer, and part of that means listening to you and posting what you want to see.
I added four answers and then "other" to choose from- if you select "other", please just comment on this post or any other and let me know what it is you have in mind.

Thank you so much, everyone!

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Question: Makeup for My Birthday?

Hey guys, I apologize for not having a new makeup-related post up this morning, but I do have a question for you all.  I've been in a bit of a makeup rut the last week or so.  I just don't know what kinds of looks to do lately, so I end up either pairing random colors together or using purples which, for me, is nothing different.
My birthday is this Saturday and I want to do something pretty but put-together.  That doesn't sound too hard, I know, but seeing how I've been lately it could be a challenge!  If you guys have any EOTDs, LOTDs, tutorials, or anything on a makeup look you'd recommend, please let me know.
Thanks so much!

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Coastal Scents Brushes: Thoughts?

I'd love to hear any advice/thoughts you have on Coastal Scents' line of brushes.  I've done a lot of researching on youtube and various blogs recently, and so far they seem to be pretty decent (Especially for the low price tag).  These are the brushes that are in my "cart":

All photos from coastalscents.com

Small pencil crease black/silver

I've been wanting a pencil crease brush for the longest time.  I thought my Sonia Kashuk crease brush was it, but after washing it, it's just not pointed enough.

Synthetic deluxe crease brush

I have my MAC 224 crease brush already, but this one looks shorter and more compact.  I'm hoping it will blend faster than my 224.

White angled liner brush

MakeupbyTiffanyD on youtube recommended this one for making that perfect line with eyeliner.

Silver duo fiber stippling brush

I want a duo fiber stippling brush so badly for that "airbrush" effect!

Synthetic angle blush and define brush

I wanted one I saw on youtube reviews that was an 'italian badger angle blush brush', but couldn't find it on Coastal Scents.  This one got decent reviews on the webpage.

Pink kabuki brush

I read positive reviews on this one, too- that it's super soft and fluffy.  And pink!

These all together come to only about $30, but I'm still hesitant to place my order.  So if you have any recommendations on other brushes I should get, or ones I've listed here that I shouldn't get, please do let me know!  Thanks so much.  

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NOTD: 10 Nail Lacquer Spring Awakening

This is possibly my most favorite nail polish right now, and I'm not even saying that because I received it as a gift.  The other light purple I have in my collection is one from The Icing, and it's lighter than this and is muted.  This isn't too "bright and bold", but it's definitely not muted.  Spring Awakening is a gorgeous purple creme with blue undertones (I apologize for not being better at describing nail polishes- it's a weakness of mine).

10 Professional Nail Lacquer is a fairly new line that is sold exclusively at CVS stores.  I think they are considered a "higher, more professional quality" line compared to another new brand of nail polishes only at CVS, Confetti.  10 Professional Nail Lacquer retails for $3.99 a bottle, and Confetti for $1.99.

The application of this color was great.  I haven't tried any of the others since I don't have a CVS within range, so I can't speak for the rest of the line.  However, if you can access these, I'd recommend this shade for an affordable, beautiful nail polish!

Speaking of CVS, I'm so so excited to go to Chicago (I've mentioned it before I think but I'm starting school at Columbia College this fall).  There is a CVS within walking distance from me, I'm pretty sure! I did a store search and there are several in Chicago, and the one I'm thinking of in particular should be just down the street and around the corner from where my school is located.  Awesome!

(LOL, who ever thought someone would be so excited to go to a CVS?)

I'm also happy to be near a MAC counter, Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, etc etc etc.  One thing I dislike about living in the Midwest is the lack of available shopping.  If it's not in the town you live in, it's probably not within a couple hundred miles.  I grew up and spent most of my life in California (We just moved out here a couple of years ago), so I'm really not used to "towns"!

Anyway, sorry about the rant.  I do have a question for anyone who can answer.  I've been meaning to use this Neutrogena $3.00 off coupon I have, and I'm interested in either the Healthy Skin Enhancer tinted moisturizer, or the Healthy Skin Glow Sheers.  

Has anyone used either of these?  Would you recommend one or the other, or should I skip both?  

Thanks so much!  Hope you all had a great weekend.

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Question: Foundation/Tinted Moisturizer

What is a good, light drugstore foundation?
Preferably under $10.  I really don't like wearing foundation like I mentioned in my previous post, but I need more coverage since I'm suffering from some acne scarring.  If you have recommendations of good tinted moisturizers that aren't super super sheer, I'd love to hear those too!
I really want to try:
Wet 'n' Wild Intuitive Blend Shade-Adjusting Foundation/Primer (Or WnW Ultimate Sheer Tinted Moisturizer- I heard it's a thicker TM),
Revlon Colorstay Active Foundation, 
Jane Sheer Skin Perfecting Foundation (Or Jane Nearly Foundation Tinted Moisturizer- I read it's good for those of us with pinker undertones),
Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Foundation (Or Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer),

Thanks for your input, all.  :)

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