For the Love of Makeup

[Nat]

The Makeup / Cosmetics thread



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.

[Nat]

Has anybody tried eyeshadow sheets?

[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

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CSDDDG/ref=oss_product"]Salux Nylon Japanese Beauty Skin Bath Wash Cloth/Towel[/ame]

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]

Originally Posted by 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!

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]

Originally Posted by Nat

Has anybody tried eyeshadow sheets?

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

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_nigh...y_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.



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

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by 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.

Originally Posted by 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.

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

Originally Posted by 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.

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

[Angeltoes]

Flowerbomb = LOVE

Nail Lacquer in Emerald = something new

[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-clea...system-P285163

[Chancie]

I use



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]

Originally Posted by Chancie

I use



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?

[Chancie]

Originally Posted by meridiantoo

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]

Originally Posted by 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

Hey Unc,

Did you get these items on HSN? Or where?