The Makeup Thread

[DivineDiva47]

I agree Mac is the best. I break out easy but I haven't had any problems with them. I guess the ol' saying is right...you get what you pay for.

[PerfectVerse06]

Can somebody help me?!? *cries*

Whenever I put on makeup, it seems like a few hours later my makeup is gone. My eyeliner is all smudged and it doesn't look like I put on any foundation. Is there anything I can do about that?

[12dn94dst]

Originally Posted by PerfectVerse06

Can somebody help me?!? *cries*

Whenever I put on makeup, it seems like a few hours later my makeup is gone. My eyeliner is all smudged and it doesn't look like I put on any foundation. Is there anything I can do about that?

i had the same issue with makeup, eyeshadow really, disappearing and creasing. i had a lot of success using MAC paint pot in Groundwork as a base (applied from lid to brow) and also using Urban Decay Primer Potion.

as far as foundation, i'm still working that out for me, but it helps if my face is freshly very clean and moisturized and i've waited a little while (10-15 min) after moisturizing before i put on foundation. i've also discovered the value of using translucent powder to set the foundation. it sounds like a lot to do, but it does help.

[PerfectVerse06]

Great info! Thank you!!

After reading this thread I am hitting up a MAC counter ASAP!

[btb87]

Originally Posted by PerfectVerse06

Can somebody help me?!? *cries*

Whenever I put on makeup, it seems like a few hours later my makeup is gone. My eyeliner is all smudged and it doesn't look like I put on any foundation. Is there anything I can do about that?

Ooooo, Soror - I've got you covered! You MUST try Model in a Bottle. It will keep you looking purty all day. It will give you a soft matte finish. It's about $25/bottle, but it's worth it.

You can also try the primers that the Sistergreeks were talking about.

Also, 12dn94dst, I know you said that you like the BE (I'm glad!), but if you think you might need to "tweak" the color a little, try putting on a bit of warmth first, then your foundation. I don't own any warmth, but had my co-worker give me some from her collection. I might go purchase some now.

[12dn94dst]

Originally Posted by btb87

Also, 12dn94dst, I know you said that you like the BE (I'm glad!), but if you think you might need to "tweak" the color a little, try putting on a bit of warmth first, then your foundation. I don't own any warmth, but had my co-worker give me some from her collection. I might go purchase some now.

i've been tweaking away. i have deep in addition to warm tan, warmth and mineral veil, so i've tried different combinations of them. mv made me look ashy, so i i mixed a little deep in. it's near perfect.

BE's prime time is good too. it made my skin feel all silky. :-)

[exquizit]

Originally Posted by 12dn94dst

i've been tweaking away. i have deep in addition to warm tan, warmth and mineral veil, so i've tried different combinations of them. mv made me look ashy, so i i mixed a little deep in. it's near perfect.

BE's prime time is good too. it made my skin feel all silky. :-)

MV makes me ashy too, I just stopped using it period. I use deep then follow it with warmth. I got three new BM shadows as a bday gift. I have to learn how to use these without them ending up on my cheeks before my lids...maybe wetting the brush will help, but you guys what to I wet it with?

[BLUPERFECTION03]

^^To keep eyeshadow off your cheeks during appliation, just hold a peice of folded napkin or tissue under your eye to catch any extra makeup that falls from your brush!

[PerfectVerse06]

Originally Posted by btb87

Ooooo, Soror - I've got you covered! You MUST try Model in a Bottle. It will keep you looking purty all day. It will give you a soft matte finish. It's about $25/bottle, but it's worth it.

You can also try the primers that the Sistergreeks were talking about.

Thanks, Soror! I bought the primer over the weekend (among other things that I didn't need ) but I'll try that Model in a Bottle as well!

[skywalker20_99]

Has anyone tried the mineral makeup from Mary Kay? I love Mary Kay's foundation (I haven't found a better match yet), but I love that natural glow that mineral makeup gives.

[12dn94dst]

apparently, there's more in the bottle than what we think there is:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jokCSB_bkck&sdig=1

[BLUPERFECTION03]

^^^ (my face after watching the video) Wow I don't even use this product but it's amazing how these companies will try to rip you off!