Putting my face on

[MouseWife]

The only rules I try to go by...

Lip liner: I never had much luck with the pencils. I use a brush instead. Don't go too dark to outline and, for me, I just use the color that I am using that day to avoid too much grief.

Colors: When I was younger, I loved the out there colors {oh, the 80's were such fun!} but today I do go for more subtle natural colors. I think you and I are similar in color, Ponine, and I wouldn't go for corals, or even reds anymore. I use an Avon color called 'Twig' and try to find colors similiar to that {a brownish color}. Colors that are too pink make me look like I am trying to wear make-up and I really like to look like I didn't try too hard.

I don't use foundation, too much trouble. I do use a sunscreen every day. After that dries, I use a pressed compact. Well, if you want to use foundation, ladies, isn't it best to use a sponge to apply it? And, don't forget, seasons change the colors that we need because our skin tones change.

I used to always use a black eyeliner but then I found a grey color and I think that is much more subtle and does the job without being so bold.

Well. That's all I have to offer. Oh, and I use a subtle plum/rose colored blush. With a nice big brush is best. If you want, you can 'set' your face when you are done with loose powder.

A problem I have now that I am older is that my skin is drier and I always have to recheck myself to see if I need more lotion after applying the makeup.

Oh, and I also use brown/black mascara as opposed to black.

that's all....

But wait, Ponine, you said you went to Sephora, did you try and have one of their make up consulations? I have wanted to get one done somewhere and see what I can do to mix things up.

[Ponine]

I have had makeup consultant after make up consultant.
I've done Mary Kay... I had the Bare M person.... the Nordstom clinique gal....


The problem is, I either have to buy everything they use, or I'm hosed.
Now, I did wonderful makeup in HS and college, but as you said, gotta love the 80's.
Any color was a go.
Stage makeup? All over it.... gloriously.

Real life? not so good.

I MUST use foundation, my skin has red splotches all over it, and is incredilby dry.
When I dont use make up people either think I have a sunburn, or that something is very very wrong. Or I get comments like... wow... you should see a dermatologist. No thanks.
Because of this, I dont really need to use blusher. I will never cover up the red.

I currently use the Bare Minerals. I am used to liquid foundation and with a sponge. But if my skin is flaking it makes it look worse.

But colors... wow.... I am horrible. I have a purple eyeliner that the clinique rep used on me, and I havent strayed except for black every once in a while.

but lipstick... I wont even pretend to know.
I pick a color that resembles x, put it on, it doesnt resemble it, its the other side of the color wheel.
its always too dark, too pink, or too orange. I do use the lip pencil, and I'm okay with that, again, color.

I do use the black mascara, brown on me would be a mistake.

[Prudence]

If I'm going somewhere that merits the application of foundation, I use a brush. I think it works much better than a sponge.

[Ponine]

In my case, I agree. Bare minerals doesnt work well with a sponge.

[Not Afraid]

I've been all about Benefit for the "fixes" lately. They make great stuff that helps with any problem areas. I also like their mascara. Lipstick (which is my staple) is always Mac.

[AllyOops!]

Here is the product I was referring to in my earlier post (I just couldn't remember the name!)

http://www.sephora.com/browse/produc...ategoryId=5737

I use this in place of foundation, and I don't think I'll ever go back! I used to use the Bare Escentuals mineral make-up, however, when they were out of my shade, the sales girl at Planet Beauty recommended the Bare Escentuals Rare Minerals Night Treatment. She told me it could be used during the day as well, and from the first application, I was HOOKED. I find the coverage is just wonderful. It applies flawlessly, it's silkier & it's healthy for my skin! It's worth every penny, and I can't imagine using anything else!

I currently want make-up from the Barbie Loves M.A.C. collection! A powder compact that has a pink silhoutte of classic Barbie on it? Pink sparkly lipgloss in the shade "Malibu Barbie"? I'm all over & about that! Now if Hello Kitty would love M.A.C., my life would be complete...

[Morrigoon]

Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

My big issue of the moment is a "freckle" that I've got on my forehead. I'm not quite Gorbachov yet but it's close. I did see a doctor a while back and they told me it was nothing harmful. They prescribed a skin lightener for purely aesthetic purposes and it didn't seem to help. I've been wearing lotion with sunscreen in it every day since and that does mitigate it somewhat. It's gotten serious enough that I'm considering a daily foundation. Yeech.

I guess I really did just turn 30.

Can't they laser it?

[blueerica]

I am, thanks to EH1812, hooked onto the mini Japonesque eyelash curler. I must get one soon! I'd use it even without mascara. It curls perfectly, and not once was there a pinch! I'd get the big professional one at the same price, but I'm not into bulky tools for on-the-go.

Funny thing, Sephora has the same exact thing, but under the Sephora Brand, and it's more pricey than the Japonesque at Nordstrom's.

[AllyOops!]

Blueerica's post totally made me think of mascara. Has anybody here tried Blinc Kiss Me mascara? I'm hooked on the stuff!

Instead of just coating your lashes like normal mascara, it supposedly creates tiny "tubes" that wrap around & adhere to your eyelashes. While they look nothing like "tubes" to me, the stuff is wonderful. As for removal? Just a little bit of water and the "tubes" slide right of of your lashes leaving no smears behind.

Fiber Wig mascara is supposed to be the same exact thing, and I'm dying to try it. I think it gives more volume then Kiss Me's version, if I'm not mistaken.

And I really want Fusion Beauty's airbrush tanning gun. However, I'm not making anybody airbrush my backside so that I may faux glow! Could you imagine that request? "Can you please come over? I'm standing here, nude, and I need you to shoot me on my backside with my glow gun."

[Not Afraid]

Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

My big issue of the moment is a "freckle" that I've got on my forehead. I'm not quite Gorbachov yet but it's close. I did see a doctor a while back and they told me it was nothing harmful. They prescribed a skin lightener for purely aesthetic purposes and it didn't seem to help. I've been wearing lotion with sunscreen in it every day since and that does mitigate it somewhat. It's gotten serious enough that I'm considering a daily foundation. Yeech.

I guess I really did just turn 30.

I used to get those when I was on the pill. It's a fairly common side effect for some.