For the Love of Makeup

[Nat]

The Makeup / Cosmetics thread

:4femme:

A place to share your knowledge, expertise, feelings, tips, thoughts, questions, appreciation, gripes, resources, advice and opinions regarding all things makeup-related.

[Diva]

One word: ULTA.

:eyebat:

[Nat]

Has anybody tried eyeshadow sheets? :)

EjqYlPtA7aI

[lipstixgal]

Never tried those before but then again I rarely put on eye shadow too many allergies with my eyes, just blush bronzer and base makeup and moisterizer!!
Oh Lancome mascara when I want to look extra special

[Sachita]

here's a tip..

I must have spent 1000's of dollars over the years on facial products. Especially milky cleansers and the like. Now I use Dr Bronners Castile Lavender soap on my face and body. I use a facial brush on my face and a really great

Salux Nylon Japanese Beauty Skin Bath Wash Cloth/Towel

on my body. I drink plenty of water and eat lots of organic fruits and veggies. Sometimes I grind up papaya, maybe cukes, put it on my face. Ohhh and if you can get or grow Charentais Melon, this is excellent on your skin. In fact you can even grow, freeze and smash for treatments.

Stay away from any moisturizing product that uses mineral oil- on your face or body. If you want healthy skin eat right.

Sometimes I mix up some lavender, bergamot and little geranium oils into a light Jojoba oil or really any natural digestible oil you can find. I rub this on my face and body if needed.

I know wearing make-up seems to be the femme thing to do but at this point in my life I honestly prefer beautiful natural skin. Maybe a little mascara and eyeliner. If I get dressed up really fancy I might use a little matt foundation.

[Diva]

I haven't worn foundation in years.....probably from having layers of pancake makeup during my theatre/opera years....but I just feel like my skin is suffocating.....

I decorate my eyes, wear a little blush and lipstick and that's about it. Have not tried the eyeshadow sheets.....interesting concept, though!

[Sachita]

I haven't worn foundation in years.....probably from having layers of pancake makeup during my theatre/opera years....but I just feel like my skin is suffocating.....

I decorate my eyes, wear a little blush and lipstick and that's about it. Have not tried the eyeshadow sheets.....interesting concept, though!




lol- well years ago pancake makeup was the thing. Most foundations feel heavy to me. I do like Lancome's Dual Mat and a case will last me long long time. That was until I learned they did animal testing and stopped buying lancome products which I used for years. Now I check before buying.

Thats my second tip- before investing in a product to make yourself beautiful make sure an animal didn't suffer for it.

[imperfect_cupcake]

Has anybody tried eyeshadow sheets? :)

EjqYlPtA7aI

No but I've *really* wanted too!!

My new Heart Throb in the make up world is Shu Emura. There's a shop in Covent Garden in London, inki took me there on my birthday to play with the make up. I have never, ever, seen so many high quality beautiful colours that suit my skin tone in one place. I almost peed myself.

Plus their eyelash bar is Japan High Fashion Godlyness. it's like putting little works of art on your eyelids.

two things that make me insane with joy: wearing pieces of art on my feet and wearing pieces of art on my lashes.

and of course, wigs. A mate of mine that runs Bird Club had one made in 17th century fashion but super high and with white fairly lights through it. She looked like the most glorious of drag queen performers :blueheels:

which is, of course, one of my goals to achieve when I go out clubbing.

Trannyshack @ Madam Jojo's (London) is my ideal.

http://www.madamejojos.com/club_nights/tranny_shack/about/

http://www.trannyshack.co.uk/page4.html

Make up Alley.com is also a giant gift. If I'm thinking about purchasing anything or trying to make my own make up, it's one of the best resources I've found - states, canada, uk, europe and australia on one site.


My latest problem is eyelash glue. I have new and spectacular black a blue super long NYX lashes but am having trouble getting them to stick. Duo isn't working. I'm thinking a theatre company might be helpful :s ?

[blush]

I've gotten on the bareminerals bandwagon this summer. It feels like I'm not wearing "paint." The coverage is good too.

Clinique has a great cream eyeshadow.

For face products, I like Origins.

[Chancie]

I wear very little makeup but I love Nars Orgasm. I have the all over color and the gloss.

http://clandestinechic.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/nars-orgasm-multiple-stick.jpg

I am very fair and if I didn't wear glasses I would wear mascara, but I do love this eyebrow tint.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa317/xchanciex/eyelashtint.jpg

[waxnrope]

Just sneaking a peek. Might learn something useful, like a compliment.
I like femmes who wear a bit of orgasm. What? Make up gives O? I need to read more of this thread.

[waxnrope]

Just sneaking a peek. Might learn something useful, like a compliment.
I like femmes who wear a bit of orgasm. What? Make up gives O? I need to read more of this thread.

[Medusa]

I'm a MAC girl! (and sometimes Urban Decay)

[Pretty Woman]

FACE Stockholm Tinted Mineral Moisturizer with SPF20

Color, sunscreen and moisturizer all in one!


And it has good coverage but doesn't feel like I'm wearing makeup at all. They have a great neutralizer blue concealer too that I use when I have dark circles under my eyes.

[dixie]

I tried some of the eyeshadow sheets. I don't remember the brand, but they were horrible and didn't work anything like advertised. It didn't go on the way it should, and pretty much stuck to the little sheet instead of me. :(

[Kätzchen]

I loOoOoOoove makeup!

I rarely use a base makeup; but I do use a variety of products to acheive the look I am after...

Lancome (mascara + liquid eyeliner)
Fresh Minerals (eye shadows in shimmering, pearly shades)
Blush (MyChelle - Kiss of Color stick in "Chai" - a darjeeling honey shade)
Lipstick (Maybeline - Eternal Flame)
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_V79Tl01SoAs/Sckn518143I/AAAAAAAAARo/kR3dpeNbbv4/s400/hypnose.JPG
http://www.naturalmineralmakeup.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Fresh-Minerals-Eye-Makeup-Starter-Kit-150x150.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs017.snc3/12439_206618909836_46039884836_2804723_2966114_n.j pg


Products I use for skin care: Nature's Gate organics line ("Light Switch," "C for Yourself," "Forget your Lines," etc)

http://www.natures-gate.com/images/products/48300104.lg.jpg

[vixenagogo]

http://www.browsebullring.co.uk/global/content/uploads/2010/03/dior-image.jpg

[blush]

Products I use for skin care: Nature's Gate organics line ("Light Switch," "C for Yourself," "Forget your Lines," etc)

http://www.natures-gate.com/images/products/48300104.lg.jpg

I've always liked their herbal shampoo and conditioner.

[DapperButch]

Just sneaking a peek. Might learn something useful, like a compliment.
I like femmes who wear a bit of orgasm. What? Make up gives O? I need to read more of this thread.

Just sneaking a peek. Might learn something useful, like a compliment.
I like femmes who wear a bit of orgasm. What? Make up gives O? I need to read more of this thread.

Buddy, have you considered hitting the submit button just once? Your double posting is all over the forum!

I've gotten on the bareminerals bandwagon this summer. It feels like I'm not wearing "paint." The coverage is good too.

Clinique has a great cream eyeshadow.

For face products, I like Origins.

My mother, and sister, (and ex), are ALL about bareminerals....


<---would NOT have posted on this thread if it was in the femme section...just sayin'

<---- was thinkin' wax was rude for posting in this thread until hy saw that it was NOT in the femme section

[waxnrope]

Buddy, have you considered hitting the submit button just once? Your double posting is all over the forum!



My mother, and sister, (and ex), are ALL about bareminerals....


<---would NOT have posted on this thread if it was in the femme section...just sayin'

<---- was thinkin' wax was rude for posting in this thread until hy saw that it was NOT in the femme section

Dude, its my dumb smartphone. And, they, the femmes know how to deal when annoyed. They don't need you to tell them. Nor do I.

[DapperButch]

Dude, its my dumb smartphone. And, they, the femmes know how to deal when annoyed. They don't need you to tell them. Nor do I.

Wow, I was just joking around with you!

Sorry...

<bowing out of thread>

[sweetfemme247]

well i cant find a foundation that works with my skin, it breaks out really easy i want something light but that covers.

[waxnrope]

My apologies, Dapper. Sometimes its hard to tell.
Ladies, my apologies for derailing

[Nat]

<---would NOT have posted on this thread if it was in the femme section...just sayin'



I didn't put it in the femme section because it's not intended to be just for femmes nor do all femmes enjoy makeup. :)

Thread is open to all.

[Nat]

well i cant find a foundation that works with my skin, it breaks out really easy i want something light but that covers.

My skin's pretty sensitive. My latest foundation is a light-weight estee lauder foundation. It doesn't break me out, but it doesn't do anything magical for me either. I usually don't wear it unless I notice my nose is totally bright pink. Or if I'm going somewhere fancy or going on a date. :)

Oh, I also really enjoyed the Sally Hanson air brush spray foundation but I can't find it anymore. It's extremely light-weight and glowy. Not sure if they stopped producing it, but they still sell the spray-on hose (ack! has anybody gotten this to work?)

[Gemme]

I love the vibrancy of Urban Decay and, once I put the shadow on, it STAYS on. I'm one of those who need foundation but it either makes me itch or makes my face blotchy or it rubs off in the heat. I've wanted to try bareminerals for a while now. Loreal has a something something Magic something that is a primer/foundation. I got that and will try it.

The hotter it is, the less makeup I tend to wear.

[deeperstill]

hi Gemme. i have really sensitive skin and *SIGH* adult acne plus combo oily super-dry skin *SIGH*

bareminerals is the only thing that doesnt make me itch and/or breakout. plus it feels so lightweight and i play around with the colors to match my skin tone during different times of year (i get dark in summer)

I love the vibrancy of Urban Decay and, once I put the shadow on, it STAYS on. I'm one of those who need foundation but it either makes me itch or makes my face blotchy or it rubs off in the heat. I've wanted to try bareminerals for a while now. Loreal has a something something Magic something that is a primer/foundation. I got that and will try it.

The hotter it is, the less makeup I tend to wear.

[Gemme]

hi Gemme. i have really sensitive skin and *SIGH* adult acne plus combo oily super-dry skin *SIGH*

bareminerals is the only thing that doesnt make me itch and/or breakout. plus it feels so lightweight and i play around with the colors to match my skin tone during different times of year (i get dark in summer)

You have my face???? :blink:

I started getting acne around age 9 and it has never gone away, completely. Some days are better than others, but it's always there. I totally have the ugly duckling syndrome from it.

My skin's combo too, on my face. The T zone is highly oily and the rest very sensitive and normal to dry. The skin on my chest is also highly sensitive, so I don't do the extra brush of powder I've seen some women do nor do I squirt perfume directly there anymore.

When I get settled, I'll definitely look into getting ahold of some Bareminerals.

[deeperstill]

lol, i have additional skin issues and scars elsewhere so i totally relate to the ugly duckling syndrome, tho mine came later. :bunchflowers:

You have my face???? :blink:

I started getting acne around age 9 and it has never gone away, completely. Some days are better than others, but it's always there. I totally have the ugly duckling syndrome from it.

My skin's combo too, on my face. The T zone is highly oily and the rest very sensitive and normal to dry. The skin on my chest is also highly sensitive, so I don't do the extra brush of powder I've seen some women do nor do I squirt perfume directly there anymore.

When I get settled, I'll definitely look into getting ahold of some Bareminerals.

[blush]

When I get settled, I'll definitely look into getting ahold of some Bareminerals.

You might check it out. In the Austin heat and humidity, makeup melts off your face. Bareminerals is the only stuff I've found that'll last awhile. I've got oily skin, and it doesn't make me break out.

[sweetfemme247]

hey blush where can i find bareminerals, I would like to try some

[SassyLeo]

Most of the time, I just wear mascara and lipstick, sometimes powder. But I don't like the feeling of make-up late in the day... so I only wear it if the weather is cooler or if I have plans after work, etc.

For powder:

I really like the minerals types of powder, but I am clumsy and when I apply it, it just gets everywhere... so on a whim, I decided to try this. I like the texture, but the way it is applied is awkward and I wonder if somehow I am wasting it? It is also pricey, and thankfully I don't use it often...or I might go broke:

http://www.discountcosmetics4u.co.uk/shop/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/f/i/file_12_78.jpg

For my eyes:

http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:MQO2xZ6YFs0OkM:http://slimages.macys.com/is/image/MCY/products/8/optimized/162438_fpx.tif?bgc=255,255,255&wid=327&qlt=90,0&layer=comp&op_sharpen=0&resMode=bicub&op_usm=0.7,1.0,0.5,0&fmt=jpeg&t=1

Sometimes some of this:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41U7xM%2BBpcL.jpg

For cheeks:

http://slimages.macys.com/is/image/MCY/products/7/optimized/212917_fpx.tif?bgc=255,255,255&wid=327&qlt=90,0&layer=comp&op_sharpen=0&resMode=bicub&op_usm=0.7,1.0,0.5,0&fmt=jpeg

Lips:

I actually love LORAC (http://www.loraccosmetics.com/) a lot, but the 2 colors I used are now discontinued...so, I mostly buy MAC! I have a few fave shades- amorous, captive, rebel, all's fair, plum dandy, sequin...

http://s10.thisnext.com/media/230x230/MAC-Satin-Lipstick-REBEL_EF6AC030.jpg

[Soft*Silver]

I have used the eyeshadow sheets and hated them. Good thing they were samples

I actually just asked someone for some make up tips today. Medusa said in another thread she loved her Mac lipstick. I havent been happy with my lipsticks since I stopped dying my hair and gone silver. And since the move, I have been sorting out my make ups and I realized I had 30+ tubes of lipstuff and none of it compliments the silver. Well, some of the pinks do.

Then I realized all my colors were probably off. I have gotten older and as I age, my facial skin is changing color. Lighter, perhaps? I have a green tone to my skin, not noticable until you put me up against a pink tone skin...and then they POP pink and I have a shadow of green. My hands are a much deeper color than my face so I cant test make up on my hands like some people can.

So how do you pick your shades? ANd has anyone done a complete change of color palate like I seem to have done?

[BarbaraRyan]

I totally understand. My skin is sensitive like that too and mineral makeup is the only thing that feels really good on my skin. I use mineral blush for the same reason. I use Purpose for my facial wash and moisturizer and they really help cut down on irritation.

I don't have any dedicated make-up brands that I love. But I love Maybelline Express Finish nail polish and The Body Shop's perfumes.

My basics: mineral make-up, mineral blush, eye shadow, mascara, red lip gloss or stick, and perfume.

hi Gemme. i have really sensitive skin and *SIGH* adult acne plus combo oily super-dry skin *SIGH*

bareminerals is the only thing that doesnt make me itch and/or breakout. plus it feels so lightweight and i play around with the colors to match my skin tone during different times of year (i get dark in summer)

[blush]

hey blush where can i find bareminerals, I would like to try some

Try Ulta! I've seen it there.

Sassy, here's a video on application...I'm sure it'd work for your mineral foundation too. I didn't know how to apply it either, and this helped.

YouTube- Swirl, Tap, Buff(TM) for a Flawless Complexion

[lipstixgal]

Wow you girls know a lot o stuff I feel undereducated in the makeup department. I really don't wear that much makeup just bronzer and base and lips but I get tired of lipstick colors fast so I keep buying them . I use Loreal lipstick and it works well.

Would like to try Lancome lipsitick but too expensive right now.

[Soft*Silver]

I have tons of Lancome lipstick but frankly I dont like it. I do love their mascara...

[sweetfemme247]

see I have a issue on what kind of lipstick i should wear, i have a small face and i am pale. and small lips nothing looks right on me but i so want to wear some.

[lipstixgal]

Have you tried the dept store brands they have all kinds of sales people that could help you find the right color, just saying??

[PinkieLee]

Yep, another fan of Bare Minerals here, too. I've worn it for years... and have yet to find anything that gives me the ability for sheer OR full coverage, without feeling heavy at all. I live close to the Gulf in Texas... so it's hella humid here and it has NEVER sweated off! But I must admit, I also think that the trick is in the application brushes, too. They just work best with the product.

Anyone that wants to try them out, without the big costly prices, should check out eBay. I buy all of my stuff there, or at the outlet store in San Marcos (when I'm in Austin).

The only store brand of minerals that comes close, is actually Physicians Formula. I use them when I forget to place an order. And, it's only about $10 for the foundation and mineral viel.

My everyday eyeshadow is a new line that I actually found at Walmart *gasp* called Hard Candy. They have some awesome colors that stay on all day long, for only about $6.00 each. I stand there in the makeup aisle, like a kid in a candy store, trying to decide what colors I wanna buy! TONS of colors of lip glosses, lipsticks, blushes, bronzers, eyeliners... you name it! It's great that I can buy a bunch of different stuff, and if I don't like it, it's really not a big waste of money. They even have some of those eyeshadow sheets ~ but I've never tried them. I'm too much of a color blender to even venture to try them. But, they look pretty cool.

[sweetfemme247]

hmm i might shop around alittle, i have this problem since i work in production in a warehouse of goodwill, im around dust all the time, and my chin and around my mouth break out and i have tried every cleaning thing i can find and nothing works.

[blush]

I
So how do you pick your shades? ANd has anyone done a complete change of color palate like I seem to have done?

I've always gone with a shade of lipstick that's close to my natural lip color. Maybe a shade darker or lighter. I'm not very adventurous with lip color, though.

I would go and play at the dept. store. They can show you a lot of different ranges of color on your face. I'd do it on a weekday when they have more time and less crowds.

[apretty]

i frequently tell E that he's a *winter* to his confusion and my amusement.

[blush]

i frequently tell E that he's a *winter* to his confusion and my amusement.

I'm a SPRING!!:blink:

[BarbaraRyan]

I have small lips too. I usually emphasize my eyes instead. I've read that lining just outside the natural lipline helps, but I am not good with lipliner. So, I don't do that.

And I'm a fall and I don't like colors - go figure!

[Soft*Silver]

It was suggested that as a silver hair I am a cool. I do remember being told that before. When my hair was dark, I was winter. Amazing what hair color can do...its not just skin tone!

I have a thin upper lip. (I had a BF who teased me about it...grrr...thats like me pointing out a male ID's butch's "breast" size...stings, ya know!) I have a hard time with colors too because of it. I try staying close to my lip shade, with muted pinks but in winter, (I dont know why it makes a difference) I can wear dark colors and they look good. I LOVE the cool colors...but am afraid to wear them. Something inside says I am too old for them.....

[Soon]

I am loving these 2 new skin care products that I bought over the holidays!

Patricia Wexler M.D. Dermatology
MMPi.20™ Skin Regenerating Serum 3.4 oz

Patricia Wexler M.D. Dermatology
Sensitive Skin MMPi-20® Comforting & Renewing Serum

-----

You can find Wexler's products at Bath and Body. I have sensitive skin and these two products are working really well...no irritation and non-greasy.

[Chancie]

I would use fancier products if I wasn't afraid that I would waste money on the wrong product.

But I have fair sensitive dry skin, so I've been using

http://kikay.exchange.ph/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/olay_foundation_420.jpg

and

http://a1061.g.akamai.net/7/1061/5412/home/www.walgreens.com/dbimagecache/01910003109_450x450_a.jpg

[Sparkle]

I have very sensitive skin so I use Clinique skin care products - they don't seem to bother me like other brands do:

*take the day off, makeup remover
*all about eyes
*clarifying lotion
*dramatically different moisturizer for my skin type
*moisture surge for my skin type (in the winter)
*clinique sun SPF50 (in the summer)

Otherwise my staple makeup products:

YSL Touche Eclat - highlighter (for under the eyes),
truly a luxury product. tip: its about $10 cheaper through duty free, grab it (or have someone grab it for you) when flying internationally or crossing the border.

Benefit - creaseless cream eye shadow/liners:
I wear 'birthday suit' for casual daytime wear, 'busy signal', 'get figgy' or 'strut' or a combination for evening.

Benefit - sugarbomb face powder (for cheeks)

Benefit - bad girl lash in plum (great for brown eyes)

Benefit - silky finish lipstick in: 'good to go-go' or 'rocket pop' they're sheer and soft and easy to apply on the go.

Shiseido - lipstick for nighttime - P7 Red Luxe, Rouge Faste

[Kätzchen]

I like to use lavender, a lot, for candles and I even make a specialty bread with dried lavender.
I even use lavender to make my own sugar scrub. The recipe is simple (the measurement is by ratio):

2 parts organic crystalline sugar
1 part coconut oil
1/2 cup of epsom salt
1 cup of dried lavender
several drops of organic lavender oil

Directions: If the coconut oil is in a solid state, warm the coconut oil to the extent that it is in liquid state. Take the liquid coconut oil and combine it with the crystalline sugar, epsom salts, dried lavender and lavender oil. Mix well. The final appearance of your sugar scrub product should be a grainy texture that you can store in a glass or ceramic jar. Store in a cool place so that the coconut oil can return to its solid state.


I love to use a sugar scrub on my face, feet, arms, hands and legs
because it leaves my skin feeling and looking very soft and pretty.

http://www.growingagreenfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/organic-lavender-sugar-scrub.jpg

[MissItalianDiva]

I never thought this day would come but it has and I officially love another product more then an artistry brand...I am a die hard MAC and MUF girl with some Dior leanings but this is simply amazing http://www.urbandecay.com/naked-skin-liquid-makeup-from-urban-decay/334,default,pd.html?start=2&cgid=4

[MissItalianDiva]

Another favorite of mine http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/product/view/the-porefessional this is a fabulous product that can be used as a primer before hand or as a touch up/oil control throughout the day. The best part is a very very little goes a long way and it truly makes your skin smooth as butter which is wonderful for application purposes.

[MissItalianDiva]

Another new product I have been using that I have grown to love is http://www.urbandecay.com/Naked-skin-beauty-balm-by-urban-decay/358,default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=4 Now the deal with this BB cream is a bit different. It only comes in one "shade" because the pigments it is made up of actually diffuse light. So when applying it wont initially match most folks skin but wait 4 min or so and you will see it begin to activate. I am not thrilled with the SPF of 20 but it is better then some others. The anti aging benefits Vitasource and dGlyage make this a winner for me. Also I have noticed it does in fact even out your skin tone.

The other pluses here is it can be used as a primer or you can wear it alone. The moisturizer in this is non greasy and would be great for someone with combo skin, dry skin or even oily since it does not add oil properties.

[meridiantoo]

Love these polishes:

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/julepdonna_zps8599c1a6.jpg

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/orlyblue_zpscbefa603.jpg

[MissItalianDiva]

Love these polishes:

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/julepdonna_zps8599c1a6.jpg

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/orlyblue_zpscbefa603.jpg


I love Orly polish

[pinkgeek]

Another new product I have been using that I have grown to love is http://www.urbandecay.com/Naked-skin-beauty-balm-by-urban-decay/358,default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=4 Now the deal with this BB cream is a bit different. It only comes in one "shade" because the pigments it is made up of actually diffuse light. So when applying it wont initially match most folks skin but wait 4 min or so and you will see it begin to activate. I am not thrilled with the SPF of 20 but it is better then some others. The anti aging benefits Vitasource and dGlyage make this a winner for me. Also I have noticed it does in fact even out your skin tone.

The other pluses here is it can be used as a primer or you can wear it alone. The moisturizer in this is non greasy and would be great for someone with combo skin, dry skin or even oily since it does not add oil properties.

Have you tried MAC BB? I am trying to get used to it and may give the UD BB cream a try. Do you moisturize under it? I found if I didn't moisturize under the MAC BB I am dry and if I don't use mineral powder over it I am oily. In short, MAC hasn't lessened my routine. Boo!

[MissItalianDiva]

Have you tried MAC BB? I am trying to get used to it and may give the UD BB cream a try. Do you moisturize under it? I found if I didn't moisturize under the MAC BB I was try and if I didn't use mineral powder over it I was oily. In short, MAC hasn't lessened my routine. Boo!

The MAC BB is a picky beast and personally I don't care for it and I am a die hard MAC supporter. The primer they used in the BB cream does cause it to feel dry but like you said it does tend to get oily if you set the BB cream which it shouldn't. I am almost positive this is due to the pigments they chose to use so they could get decent coverage within the BB cream. The only solution I have found for the MAC BB Cream is to use the Benefit Porefessional under as your moisturizer then apply and set if needed then for your oil issue use http://www.urbandecay.com/De-Slick-Oil-Control-Makeup-Setting-Spray-by-Urban-Decay/345,default,pd.html which is absolutely fabulous for oil control...that has been my only workaround for the MAC BB issue but it is of course a crap ton of steps.

Another great BB Cream is Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream it has a primer moisturizer and oil control built in. It is a great one step fix

[meridiantoo]

I would use fancier products if I wasn't afraid that I would waste money on the wrong product.

But I have fair sensitive dry skin, so I've been using

http://kikay.exchange.ph/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/olay_foundation_420.jpg

and

http://a1061.g.akamai.net/7/1061/5412/home/www.walgreens.com/dbimagecache/01910003109_450x450_a.jpg

I have never tried biore, do these things really work?

I have sensitive/allergy-prone skin and continuously look for new products that my skin will tolerate. I get red/irritated/angry skin easily, so I it becomes damage control after a while trying to treat the acne breakouts with effective products that inevitably cause inflammation. I have been to I don't know how many derms and taken oodles of courses of amoxi and currently have a prescription cleanser called Prascion that is helping with the breakouts.

I wonder if the fancier products are all hype also. I have tried some that seemed to deliver what they promised, like Perricone products, but it gets expensive over time to keep that regimen, so I usually revert back to less expensive alternatives.

Has anyone used/or are currently using one of the face scrubber thingies like this?

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/facscruber_zpsd3fa6195.jpg

:spruceup:

[VintageFemme]

My favourite new product hands down is Nars Tinted Moisturizer. OMGosh, it is seriously beautiful stuff. That, a little tinted Nivea lip care & touch up those eyebrows & you are good to go in about um, ten seconds. It's gorgeous and doesn't look like make up at all and just feels velvety and perfect. Your skin looks seriously gorgeous so fast. I can't love it enough.

Oh and I've become such a fan of Philosophy's Miracle Worker skin care products. It's sad to learn late in life that you really do get what you pay for with skin care and if I could tell my younger self anything of any value, it would be to use better quality products at a younger age. It's absolutely worth a few extra dollars in the long run.

[Angeltoes]

Flowerbomb = LOVE http://www.sephora.com/productimages/sku/s1233139-main-hero.jpg

Nail Lacquer in Emerald = something new http://www.sephora.com/productimages/sku/s1489723-main-hero.jpg

[MissItalianDiva]

I use the Clarisonic Mia on my face and it is wonderful. They have the cleanser for sensitive skin as well which I use and have yet to have a problem. Exfoliation is something our skin needs http://www.sephora.com/mia-skin-cleansing-system-P285163

[meridiantoo]

My favourite new product hands down is Nars Tinted Moisturizer. OMGosh, it is seriously beautiful stuff. That, a little tinted Nivea lip care & touch up those eyebrows & you are good to go in about um, ten seconds. It's gorgeous and doesn't look like make up at all and just feels velvety and perfect. Your skin looks seriously gorgeous so fast. I can't love it enough.

Oh and I've become such a fan of Philosophy's Miracle Worker skin care products. It's sad to learn late in life that you really do get what you pay for with skin care and if I could tell my younger self anything of any value, it would be to use better quality products at a younger age. It's absolutely worth a few extra dollars in the long run.
Thank you for the advice on skin care ....*taking notes

[pinkgeek]

I'm going to make a run to Macy's and give it a shot. I have the UD oil control product and it's fab. I hadn't thought to use it under the MAC BB. At this point I'm doing more, not less......so.......I'm not terribly perturbed since this is the only product I've not liked and consequently I didn't like the UD tinted moisturizer that came out 2 summers ago. Even switch!! Thanks for the tips darling!

The MAC BB is a picky beast and personally I don't care for it and I am a die hard MAC supporter. The primer they used in the BB cream does cause it to feel dry but like you said it does tend to get oily if you set the BB cream which it shouldn't. I am almost positive this is due to the pigments they chose to use so they could get decent coverage within the BB cream. The only solution I have found for the MAC BB Cream is to use the Benefit Porefessional under as your moisturizer then apply and set if needed then for your oil issue use http://www.urbandecay.com/De-Slick-Oil-Control-Makeup-Setting-Spray-by-Urban-Decay/345,default,pd.html which is absolutely fabulous for oil control...that has been my only workaround for the MAC BB issue but it is of course a crap ton of steps.

Another great BB Cream is Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream it has a primer moisturizer and oil control built in. It is a great one step fix

[meridiantoo]

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/awapuhi_zps59f3d0ca.jpg

Good? Bad? So-so?

[Chancie]

I got

http://cn1.kaboodle.com/hi/img/2/0/0/64/3/AAAAAsXDOT0AAAAAAGQ-Pg.jpg?v=1186976119000

for Pete and I got

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_urC7sjnhfPA/SxABzdRfgGI/AAAAAAAAAKo/H8uVaXrYEWw/s320/organix-hair-care-coconut-milk-shampoo-and-conditioner.jpg

for myself.

I have very fine curly hair hair so lately I've been combing my hair in the shower with a wide tooth comb before I rinse out the conditioner.

I also use

http://www.gorgeousshop.co.uk/shop/images/medium/milkshake_color_leave_in_conditioner_75ml_MED.jpg

as a leave in conditioner.

[Chancie]

I use

http://d277vln4jzkhhg.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Neutrogena-Wave-Vibrating-Power-Cleanser.jpg

when I remember.

It isn't a very spendy purchase, but my skin feels smoother after I use it.

I don't know how it compares to other similar products but it's awesome that I can use it in the shower. I expected to have to change the battery by now, but it's possible Pete snuck in and changed it.

[meridiantoo]

I use

http://d277vln4jzkhhg.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Neutrogena-Wave-Vibrating-Power-Cleanser.jpg

when I remember.

It isn't a very spendy purchase, but my skin feels smoother after I use it.

I don't know how it compares to other similar products but it's awesome that I can use it in the shower. I expected to have to change the battery by now, but it's possible Pete snuck in and changed it.

Does this exfoliate? Or massage? Or both?

[MissItalianDiva]

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/awapuhi_zps59f3d0ca.jpg

Good? Bad? So-so?

awapuhi is great but if you have color treated hair it is not the best option. I currently use Purology http://www.pureology.com/

[Chancie]

Does this exfoliate? Or massage? Or both?

I think the Neutrogena Wave is a gentle exfoliant.

I use the sensitive pads, and

I always use something on my face afterwards.

[uncommondialogue]

There are 3 different kinds of facial treatment items I use...


Youthful Essence: Love, love, love this kit; it comes with so many attachments and the scrub to use. It is an awesome kit and I highly recommend it. You can get on auto ship for the new attachments and the scrub Get it!
DermaWand: also excellent item; really smooths out lines and lifts area above brow up. Highly recommend this too.
NuBriilance: very pricey but works good; much prefer the above 2

[meridiantoo]

There are 3 different kinds of facial treatment items I use...


Youthful Essence: Love, love, love this kit; it comes with so many attachments and the scrub to use. It is an awesome kit and I highly recommend it. You can get on auto ship for the new attachments and the scrub Get it!
DermaWand: also excellent item; really smooths out lines and lifts area above brow up. Highly recommend this too.
NuBriilance: very pricey but works good; much prefer the above 2

Hey Unc,

Did you get these items on HSN? Or where?

[uncommondialogue]

Someone asked where you can get BareMineral products. I found the best prices on theri web sit. They have great starter kits to try and not that expensive for a wonderful product.

[uncommondialogue]

Meri,
I did get the facial products on HSN, yes. As I mentioned, my favorite is the Youthful Essence! It has a nice unit that can be used in the shower and comes with numerous pads to use on it for exfoliating and cleaning.

[uncommondialogue]

Also, that DermaWand is great for toning up the skin!

[Enchantress]

BB Creams have revolutionized my life! And, caused quite the rift between me and foundation. A favourite at the moment is Smashbox -Camera Ready. Truly delightful!

[meridiantoo]

I've been using this eye cream (Stila - Petal Infusions) for about a week now and wanted to give anyone interested a sort of review:

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/stilaeyecream_zpseb91acf4.jpg

If you have sensitive eyes/skin, this stuff is great. My first litmus test is always 1) do my eyes water 2) does it seem to calm my skin. It has done both of these consistently. I can't vouch for long-term use and its effects on wrinkles or dark circles or puffiness. I will report back after a month or so for those properties.


Happy shopping!~ :blueheels:

[meridiantoo]

Another product review: Peter Coppola's DNA (Hydrating Hair Serum - soy-based):

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/coppollaDNA_zpsca3b7e96.jpg

I bought this stuff randomly and LOVE it! It's very hydrating without making hair oily. The directions say to add a few drops to your normal leave-in hair product or you can apply it directly to hair. I just add it to my night-time hair repair stuff and it seems to really help. It doesn't smooth your hair cuticle, but it does hydrate.

:tea:

[meridiantoo]

http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y483/ca_dence/awapuhi_zps59f3d0ca.jpg

I have tried this cream rinse for about a week and it is so-so. It smells really nice (like ginger) and detangles long hair, but that's about all it seems to do. I think the intensive conditioner may work better.

Hope this helps someone!

:bow:

[meridiantoo]

BB Creams have revolutionized my life! And, caused quite the rift between me and foundation. A favourite at the moment is Smashbox -Camera Ready. Truly delightful!

When I look at the color/shade selection for this product, it appears the only undertone available is pink/blue. Do you have cool/pink or blue undertoned skin?

:flowers:

[MissItalianDiva]

Ok another shameless plug for a new product I picked up The Smashbox Photo Finish Hydrating Under Eye Primer. http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/smashbox-photo-finish-hydrating-under-eye-primer/3343314?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_ite=smashbox_'photo_finish'_hydrating_under_eye _primer:582413&cm_pla=makeup:women:eye&cm_ven=Google_Product_Ads&mr:referralID=cd5d5535-87a0-11e2-9389-001b2166c62d

It has great staying power and a nice brightener in it without it giving you that odd glowing look that I am sure nobody wants underneath their eyes.

[meridiantoo]

If anyone curls/straightens their hair with an iron/curling iron/wand, what thermal styling/polishing products do you use to smooth the cuticle and protect hair from heat damage? Any favorites or even ones to avoid?

Thanks!

:blueheels:

[NorCalStud]

I looked in here thinking this was a thread about "making up" after a disagreement. And for those of us who like making up after fighting..which is all of us....mostly.

[blush]

I got

http://cn1.kaboodle.com/hi/img/2/0/0/64/3/AAAAAsXDOT0AAAAAAGQ-Pg.jpg?v=1186976119000

.

I love this shampoo! It smells amazing and works great!!

[starryeyes]

The best exfoliant in my opinion is just baking soda and lemon juice! Omg! It's better than any $50 exfoliant I have ever bought in the past. I just use like 2 tablespoons of baking soda and squeeze a Lemon in it, and wash my face with it.

Also, lemon juice and egg white masks. Heaven!

:)

[VintageFemme]

http://blog.freepeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/homemade-natural-bronzer-recipe.jpg


Ground cinnamon
Ground nutmeg
Cocoa powder
Cornstarch
An empty, sealable container


What you do:
Mix the ingredients together – it’s as simple as that!
Play around with different amounts of each to reach your desired color. If the color is too light, add more cocoa powder.
If you want more of a glow, add more cinnamon. :)

http://blog.freepeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/homemade-natural-bronzer.jpg

[Kätzchen]

That's a totally beautiful idea, VintageFemme:

Last fall, when I was running low on my favorite face powder,
I added a bit of powdered cocoa and cinnamon to what I had left
in the Physician's Formula container and it worked like magic.

The smell was heavenly, too.

[Kätzchen]

My favorite products to use for washing and conditioning my hair and for styling purposes, I love, love, love, their Caviar Mousse - there's nothing like it, that works like it does for my baby-fine, curly hair.

http://www.sephora.com/productimages/sku/s1289628-main-hero.jpg

http://s2.folica.com/img/product/0/001936/one-view/alterna-caviar-moisture-shampoo-with-seasilk-eight-five-ounce-350x350.jpg
http://www.hair-care-products-international.com/images/alterna/cavaiar-seasilk-conditioner.jpg

[Kätzchen]

I've been using E.L.F. cosmetics, lately, because they are cruelty-free and if I remember correctly, it's vegan too. I use the illuminating face primer, the deep moisturizer, their clay-based eye shadow palettes and their matte lip sticks. I love it, a lot.

https://cdn-img.instyle.com/sites/default/files/styles/622x350/public/images/2017/08/083017-elf-cosmetics-lead.jpg?itok=lKTv85nQ


For hair styling products: I've been using Healthy Sexy Hair products. Their Surf Rider hairspray, the Fresh Hair Mimosa/Moonstones Mousse and their hair styling paste. I let my hair air-dry most often because it's so curly. I love how this product like leaves my hair looking so pretty.

https://www.saloncentric.com/dw/image/v2/AANG_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-salon-centric-master-catalog/default/dw0e6e6bb4/large/646630017386.jpg?sw=420&sh=450&sm=fit&q=70

https://www.saloncentric.com/dw/image/v2/AANG_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-salon-centric-master-catalog/default/dwa893440f/large/646630017324.jpg?sw=600&sh=600&sm=fit&q=70

https://cdn1.skinsafeproducts.com/photo/765ED8DCEDF409/large_1557423201.jpegJPG?1557423201

[Kätzchen]

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3e/70/66/3e70665f95ed47c555cf5546cbbd24dc.jpg

https://www.temptalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/fenty-beauty_330_001_product.jpg

https://www.afsheenbd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/uncensored-600x600.jpg

[GeorgiaMa'am]

https://i.imgur.com/UjFdpGAl.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/dVgUk6El.jpg

[Bèsame*]

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WuRs3WRmKmQ/Vnb9RxZlIqI/AAAAAAAAJ1E/wtsfORWfgAQ/s1600/IMG_0727.JPG


http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KmMmxIXWjjw/Vnb-3X31Q-I/AAAAAAAAJ1c/caEvfQDe6BM/s1600/3.jpg

I've been using Benefits lash primer for years. Its perfectly dark brown for me. I don't use black mascara, I'm just too fair skinned. It always made me look like I had to much makeup on. I'm a less is best kinda gal