Throw me in the makeup aisle of a drugstore or department store, and you won’t see me re-emerge for at least an hour.  I have an innate fascination with the colors, textures and effects of all different kinds of makeup, whether it be lip gloss, eye shadow, blush….even eyeliner.  So, today’s link love is going to focus on all things makeup.  Whether you are planning your wedding day face or simply want something fresh for a New Year’s Eve on the town, this post is sure to help!

• The Makeup and Beauty Blog is the perfect place to find anything from makeup reviews to application tutorials.  Plus, a dose of humor makes it a pleasure to read.

• Kiss and Makeup offers beauty products of the week and constantly posts great deals to be found online and in stores!

• Makeuptip.com has a great format that allows you to select eyes, lips, skin or cheeks.  From there, you can view different application processes and ideas.

• If you love MAC Makeup, check out Temptalia.  Among other things, there are some amazing step-by-step tutorials on a variety of gorgeous eye shadows and colors, including this black and gold smoky eye that I am obsessed with!

I’m in LOVE with all the wedding products out there-it makes me wish I was still a bride! Here’s a look at some of my favorite beauty kits:

Philosophy, from Sephora, makes a trio of shower gels ($30) with names like Wedding Cake and Bridal Bouquet that sound simply exquisite.

I chose a makeup artist from Bobbi Brown to do my makeup. If you want to save some money and do your own, they have a limited edition kit for about $75 which includes beautiful, natural colors and a gorgeous white makeup case and mirror.

For just $25 you can get everything you need for anything you don’t want to happen on your big day. Think fashion mishaps, from falling hems to slipping straps! Hollywood Fashion Tape has you covered, especially with their Hollywood Nights Evening Bag Essentials kit. It includes mints, blotting sheets, a mirror, fashion tape and a tin to keep everything together. The best thing about it–you can use it before for your bachelorette party and after your wedding day for your honeymoon and nights out with your new husband.

We’ve rounded up five great sites offering tips, tricks and advice to make sure you have picture perfect skin for the big day!

• Find the best facial to suit your skincare needs at Brides.com.
• Makeup artist Ruth Lawlor offers her tips for glowing skin and flawless makeup on your wedding day.
• The Knot knows how to get the perfect faux tan to compliment that stunning white dress.
• Find best kiss-proof lipstick on Allure’s master list to make sure your photos come out picture perfect!
• Grooms Online offers skincare advice to help your future hubby make sure he looks as confident and cute as ever!