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The beleaguered bride, in her dress, perspired through her makeup on a warm afternoon.

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Internally, industry staffers have flagged their own fears about the toxic makeup of engine oils.

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For six months, the actor spent more time in monster makeup than out of it, with muscled prosthetics layered onto his body and deep fissures painted onto his skin.

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On Facebook and elsewhere, buyers are venting about hundreds of dollars due on mouse pads, makeup and bridesmaid dresses.

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The show was nominated for only a single Emmy in its seven year run — one for makeup, which it won.

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