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Posted by TexasChic on January 27, 2009, at 17:18:39
In reply to Re: Cool site! » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on January 27, 2009, at 12:40:19
I didn't go too radical, just a blonder blonde, and today I got a couple inches cut off. I really like it. Its a bit 'fresher' looking than it was before.
-T
Posted by TexasChic on January 27, 2009, at 17:29:08
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by JadeKelly on January 27, 2009, at 14:43:26
I LOVE Ulta! I actually try to avoid it because I love it so much.
Is Bare Minerals the same as Bare Essentials? I've heard they are good but on the expensive side. I'd like to find a foundation that covers well without looking heavy. Actually, what I would like is to have demabrasion (sp) done so that my skin is clear and smooth. Of course I can't afford that either. I guess I should actually be happy my skin looks as good as it does! :-)
-T
Posted by JadeKelly on January 27, 2009, at 19:25:33
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » JadeKelly, posted by TexasChic on January 27, 2009, at 17:29:08
> I LOVE Ulta! I actually try to avoid it because I love it so much.
>
> Is Bare Minerals the same as Bare Essentials? I've heard they are good but on the expensive side. I'd like to find a foundation that covers well without looking heavy. Actually, what I would like is to have demabrasion (sp) done so that my skin is clear and smooth. Of course I can't afford that either. I guess I should actually be happy my skin looks as good as it does! :-)
>
> -T
The only thing, and I don't usually wear foundation, I tried the bare minerals foundation in the store and I felt like because its powdery it would show wrinkles and flaws not hide them, don't you think? Just seems like an oil free foundation would be better before applying minerals. I love this one little jar because you can get all over color, contour, and layer it till your happy. I'd say one jar of bare minerals would be worth 2 or 3 other products. I don't think you can go wrong with this color either.So you have an ULTA near you, haha. They built a new one near me and I haven't stepped FOOT in it. I know I'll spend the mortgage payment in their if given half a chance. But the one I was at with my niece had all kinds, cover girl, revlon, plus the good stuff. Dangerous territory though.I have a friend, who has a friend, haha, that had dermabrasion, she said his face looked like a baby's butt when they were done. You first! I need to get something done about these racoon eyes.
If it were me, I'd spend the money on one foundation (I wonder if you went to one of those counters at the mall if they'd give you some free samples? Anyway, I'd spend it on the foundation and one jar of bare minerals if you want color. It DOES make a difference. I tried to get her result with blush. Nah. And get the rest from the drug store. I use about 1/10th of whats in my bathroom, I'd be happy to share my secrets but you'll have to let me know what you like. I have it all.
Now I wanna get my hair done and take a day to spend in Ulta. Maybe a massage after. Yeah, thats gonna happen, lol. Let me know if you want brands and colors. GOOD foundation ;-)
~Jade
Posted by Phillipa on January 27, 2009, at 20:37:41
In reply to Re: Cool site! » Phillipa, posted by TexasChic on January 27, 2009, at 17:18:39
T sounds lovely. Yes dermabrassion would be nice. After the facelift don't know so many complications. Dermabrassion does it keep you indoors til heals? Phillipa
Posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 9:03:53
In reply to Want to talk hair, makeup anyone?, posted by TexasChic on January 26, 2009, at 20:53:00
> Anyway, any thoughts? I love to talk hair and makeup. I'm such a girly girl that way!
>
> -T
OOOHHH, me me. I love talking hair and makeup. I am a confessed beauty aids who.., uh, enthusist.I do like mineral foundations. They have been a bit tricky for me. What I found as a key was to moisturize well prior to applying. My canvas consists of Clinique's Dramatically Different in the GEL form mixed with a little topical Hyaluronic Acid - can be found at health food stores and the single best thing to come out of a health food store for my assessment. (Smile) Nothing else from there has ever worked for me. (Smile) but I digress..... so,
Silicone based primers do not work well for me with mineral foundations as also oil control products don't mix well as they tend to produce a cakey look.
I like bareminerals but have found Walgreen's brand is good. I don't care for the L'oreal versions as they have too much of the shiny light diffusing pigments for me - the Oz Tin Man look isn't attractive on me.
I love that most places allow for returns if one isn't happy. That's actually a fairly new development for cosmetic purchases. It's great to not be stuck with bucks worth of stuff you can't or refuse to use.
I have a good cheap hair product tip if you're interested.....
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 9:56:30
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by JadeKelly on January 27, 2009, at 19:25:33
>Let me know if you want brands and colors. GOOD foundation ;-)
Sure, I'd love any recommendations! My skin is oily though, so I usually get oil free makeup. And I'm VERY pale, but with warm/yellow undertones. Its hard to find makeup that is pale and warm. I guess most people with pale skin have a pinkish color.
-T
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 9:59:22
In reply to Re: Cool site! » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on January 27, 2009, at 20:37:41
> T sounds lovely. Yes dermabrassion would be nice. After the facelift don't know so many complications. Dermabrassion does it keep you indoors til heals? Phillipa
Yeah, I've heard its a really icky and painful recovery. I'd do it though if I could afford it.
-T
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 10:24:18
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 9:03:53
> I do like mineral foundations. They have been a bit tricky for me. What I found as a key was to moisturize well prior to applying. My canvas consists of Clinique's Dramatically Different in the GEL form mixed with a little topical Hyaluronic Acid - can be found at health food stores and the single best thing to come out of a health food store for my assessment. (Smile) Nothing else from there has ever worked for me. (Smile) but I digress..... so,
So what is Hyaluronic Acid? What does it do? And what is Clinique's Dramatically Different? Is it a primer?
> Silicone based primers do not work well for me with mineral foundations as also oil control products don't mix well as they tend to produce a cakey look.
I've never even used a primer! I don't even use moisturizer because my skin is so oily. I do sometimes use Nuetragema (sp) Healthy Skin (I get the Walmart store brand). It has alpha hydroxy in it, among other things. I really like it.
> I like bareminerals but have found Walgreen's brand is good. I don't care for the L'oreal versions as they have too much of the shiny light diffusing pigments for me - the Oz Tin Man look isn't attractive on me.Cool, I may try the Walgreen's brand! I hate the shiny stuff too. My oily skin doesn't need any help in that department!
> I love that most places allow for returns if one isn't happy. That's actually a fairly new development for cosmetic purchases. It's great to not be stuck with bucks worth of stuff you can't or refuse to use.
Oh yeah, I've been taking advantage of that little trick for a while now! Eckerds/CVS has been doing that for years. I plan on taking back the mineral foundation that was too dark.
> I have a good cheap hair product tip if you're interested.....
YES! A thousand times yes! I'm always interested in cheap hair product tips!
Right now my hair is REALLY dry because I bleached it. I just ordered some Biosilk online. Its $42+ everywhere I've looked around here, and I found it online for $20.00, but then the postage was about $12! But that's still a savings of around $10, so I went ahead and ordered it. Its the best thing I've found for dry hair so far, but I'm sure there's something better out there.
I wondered if there was something at the health food store I could get. Years ago I used to buy johoba oil at a health food store and use it on my hair, but I can't remember how well it worked. I may have to try that again.
-T
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 10:25:27
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 9:03:53
Posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 10:47:24
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by JadeKelly on January 27, 2009, at 14:43:26
Pain? haha
Such a small price to pay for beautyIts the large price thats the problem!!!
TIP-from my niece for anyone who still curls their eyelashes: heat the top metal piece with your hair dryer (check its not too hot) then curl, they will stay like that all day!!! (She bought one and it was worthless.)
Thats it, Dr. Bob is going to have to add another board. Can you imagine the extensive (money saving) tips that could be shared here!!!!
.....I've got Ulta....on my mind....
Excuse me, I hear my mascara calling.....Jade
Posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 10:52:50
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone?, posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 10:24:18
> So what is Hyaluronic Acid? What does it do?
~~~ For more known cosmetic uses, it's the injectable filler Restylane. Topically, it appears to hold moisture and draws moisture plumping the skin's surface. I like it. A bottle lasts forever:
http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/store/en/browse/sku_detail.jsp?id=RV-1191
> And what is Clinique's Dramatically Different? Is it a primer?
~~~ It's their mainstay moisturizer. Been around for years. The original stuff is way too heavy for me but the gel formulation is light and non-greasy.
> I've never even used a primer!~~~ I have never found one I was happy with. If you are superoily, you might find like the finish they give. My daughter likes Smashbox's one.
> > I have a good cheap hair product tip if you're interested.....
>
> YES! A thousand times yes! I'm always interested in cheap hair product tips!
>
> Right now my hair is REALLY dry because I bleached it.~~~ I think you'll like this one. I have processed hair and I abuse my tresses with blowdrying and flatiron use. I found in lieu of pricey emollient leave-in lotions, I use... wait for it.... plain 'ole original cherry almond Jergen's lotion. I just take a pump or so and work it thur towel dried hair before drying. It doesn't build up, it make my hair soft and non-frizzy and non-fried appearing. It also doesn't scr*w with my color. I love it. I urge you to try it. If you don't find it works for you, if nothing else, you've got some extra body lotion.
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 11:14:58
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » JadeKelly, posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 10:47:24
> TIP-from my niece for anyone who still curls their eyelashes: heat the top metal piece with your hair dryer (check its not too hot) then curl, they will stay like that all day!!! (She bought one and it was worthless.)
Yes, I curl my eyelashes, otherwise they stick straight out and you can't see them at all! I always thought I had super short lashes until I tried curling them. It makes a world of difference. I have heard of the hairdryer trick, but I always forget about it. I think I will try to remember though if it makes the curl last all day!
-T
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 11:16:08
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 10:52:50
I will definitely try that!!! What a yummy scent too! Thanks!
-T
Posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 11:22:26
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 10:52:50
YES! I forgot about Smashbox! I borrow it fom my niece every time I see her. Don't know where to get it Ulta?, but its goooood stuff. I really love the gel eyeliner. I can apply it like nothing I've ever used.
For hair, if its dry or over processed: (I put just a dime size mixed, lasts FOREVER) Biosilk: silk therapy and Silk Repair: silk protein leave-in conditioner (yellow tube), use mostly on ends. Awesome with dryer or straightener.
Happy enhancing :^) ~Jade
Posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 11:51:34
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone?, posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 11:22:26
> YES! I forgot about Smashbox!
~~~ The apple not falling far from the tree, my daughter is a l m o s t worse than I on the loving of the beauty products. She's very fond of Smashbox stuff and NARS. She's more high end than I but probably no more high maintence. (Smile)
We both use Sephora. (love 'em samples) The gift cards from there are a great choice for us to exchange on any holiday and are a given usually.
Posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 12:35:11
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone?, posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 9:56:30
> >Let me know if you want brands and colors. GOOD foundation ;-)
>
> Sure, I'd love any recommendations! My skin is oily though, so I usually get oil free makeup. And I'm VERY pale, but with warm/yellow undertones. Its hard to find makeup that is pale and warm. I guess most people with pale skin have a pinkish color.
>
> -THi T,
I'm assuming when women have bonded over make-up, its time to get on a first name basis. Hah!
You are brilliant to have come up with this. Okay. First, I may have mislead you, what I meant was get a really good foundation that matches your skin exactly. I think you would have to trial and error at the CVS or just go get the good stuff and be done with it.Most of the make-up I buy is cheap, but some things I can't do without! Oh! I think we have exactly the same skin tone. It is hard! Everything is made for pinkish pale. I think you would really like that Bare Mineral "warmth" if you can get your hands on it.
Here's my everyday (10 minutes max) Neutrogena under eye cream (or whatever you like) Neutrogena 3-in-1 Concealer for eyes. The one I bought is even to pale for my ghostly white skin "light 10", I'd go one darker. This next is GREAT if you're in a hurry: Cover Girl eye enhancers (3-pk eyeshadow) #110 Shimmering sands. Really pretty with blond hair! I rarely use the darkest, but light under brow and medium on rest. Then use the light a little over brow and in corners of eyes!
I don't know if you like colors, my eyes are blue, but my niece stole this from ME!! Her eyes are brown.(She's breathtaking) Take a blue pencil and line bottom lid, I use maybelline dusky navy or whatever I have laying around. Do you have brushes? A MUST. A small flat brush. Do you have Cosco? I got a cheap Pack of good brushes there. THEN...take your brush and wipe it across Covergirl eyeshadow in violet frappe(or closest you can find) and reline your eyes OVER the blue liner. It will set it forever.
I could do this ALL day but alas, no-one cares what I look like right now so off I go to clean...Yuk.
I'll be going back to work soon too (scary) so I will refer to this sight so I feel *Sparkly*
~Jade
Posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 12:52:41
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » Jadekelly, posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 11:51:34
> > YES! I forgot about Smashbox!
>
> ~~~ The apple not falling far from the tree, my daughter is a l m o s t worse than I on the loving of the beauty products. She's very fond of Smashbox stuff and NARS. She's more high end than I but probably no more high maintence. (Smile)
>
> We both use Sephora. (love 'em samples) The gift cards from there are a great choice for us to exchange on any holiday and are a given usually.Haha, another I forgot about, although I don't have any Sephora, my niece does and I borrow it, I geuss you could get it at ULTA? I wish my mom had been that way when I was a teen!!!! I have boys, boys, boys. My niece is my sanity, lol.
~Jade~ps~really this is IT!! I like Cover Girl Lip Sticks (light glosses) not for any staying power but because you could put them on in the dark and not mess it up!!! Many colors! Bye Bye!!
Posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 14:24:04
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » Glydin 3.9, posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 11:16:08
> I will definitely try that!!! What a yummy scent too! Thanks!
>
> -T~~~ I love that scent. Very classic yet not a powdery classic scent.
I've been known to open a jar of maraschino cherries just for the "fruitnosphere" aroma.
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 15:52:42
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 12:35:11
> Most of the make-up I buy is cheap, but some things I can't do without! Oh! I think we have exactly the same skin tone. It is hard! Everything is made for pinkish pale.
I know, what's the deal with that?
>I think you would really like that Bare Mineral "warmth" if you can get your hands on it.
I will definitely look for it!
> Here's my everyday (10 minutes max) Neutrogena under eye cream (or whatever you like) Neutrogena 3-in-1 Concealer for eyes. The one I bought is even to pale for my ghostly white skin "light 10", I'd go one darker. This next is GREAT if you're in a hurry: Cover Girl eye enhancers (3-pk eyeshadow) #110 Shimmering sands. Really pretty with blond hair! I rarely use the darkest, but light under brow and medium on rest. Then use the light a little over brow and in corners of eyes!
Sounds pretty!
> I don't know if you like colors, my eyes are blue, but my niece stole this from ME!! Her eyes are brown.(She's breathtaking) Take a blue pencil and line bottom lid, I use maybelline dusky navy or whatever I have laying around. Do you have brushes? A MUST. A small flat brush. Do you have Cosco? I got a cheap Pack of good brushes there. THEN...take your brush and wipe it across Covergirl eyeshadow in violet frappe(or closest you can find) and reline your eyes OVER the blue liner. It will set it forever.
I have green eyes, they're kind of an army green. Here's my routine: after using Revlon Colorstay foundation and powder, I apply an ivory eyeshadow from lash to brow, then I use my blush in the crease - in a very pale coral/tan color. I then use a brush with powder on it to blend it all very well.
Then I add the same blush on the cheekbone, and finish with mascara, eyebrow pencil and lipstick. This makes for a very natural look, which goes well with a dark red lipstick (which I love!).
For night or a special occasion I will add liner, usually dark brown, but sometimes green and occasionally black. I do the same thing you do, I apply the liner then brush eyeshadow over it.
This is fun!
-T
Posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 17:34:24
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » Jadekelly, posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 15:52:42
> > Most of the make-up I buy is cheap, but some things I can't do without! Oh! I think we have exactly the same skin tone. It is hard! Everything is made for pinkish pale.
>
> I know, what's the deal with that?
>
> >I think you would really like that Bare Mineral "warmth" if you can get your hands on it.
>
> I will definitely look for it! ULTA!!
>
> > Here's my everyday (10 minutes max) Neutrogena under eye cream (or whatever you like) Neutrogena 3-in-1 Concealer for eyes. The one I bought is even too pale for my ghostly white skin "light 10", I'd go one darker. This next is GREAT if you're in a hurry: Cover Girl eye enhancers (3-pk eyeshadow) #110 Shimmering sands. Really pretty with blond hair! I rarely use the darkest, but light under brow and medium on rest. Then use the light a little over brow and in corners of eyes!
>
> Sounds pretty!
>
> > I don't know if you like colors, my eyes are blue, but my niece stole this from ME!! Her eyes are brown.(She's breathtaking) Take a blue pencil and line bottom lid, I use maybelline dusky navy or whatever I have laying around. Do you have brushes? A MUST. A small flat brush. Do you have Cosco? I got a cheap Pack of good brushes there. THEN...take your brush and wipe it across Covergirl eyeshadow in violet frappe(or closest you can find) and reline your eyes OVER the blue liner. It will set it forever.
>
> I have green eyes, they're kind of an army green. Here's my routine: after using Revlon Colorstay foundation and powder, I apply an ivory eyeshadow from lash to brow, then I use my blush in the crease - in a very pale coral/tan color. I then use a brush with powder on it to blend it all very well.
>
> Then I add the same blush on the cheekbone, and finish with mascara, eyebrow pencil and lipstick. This makes for a very natural look, which goes well with a dark red lipstick (which I love!).
>
Does sound very natural and pretty, I don't think I could get away with it!!! I'll try!
>For night or a special occasion I will add liner, usually dark brown, but sometimes green and occasionally black. I do the same thing you do, I apply the liner then brush eyeshadow over it.
>
How long for you to do your normal routine? (minutes)
>
This is fun! It is. I need to shake things up a bit! Hey, if you have a favorite, list the make too!
~Jade
>
> -T
>
>
It IS fun, we should do it every week. If more people chimed in, think of the secrets we could learn and the money we could save lol! I think its harder to find make-up made for our skin, but once its on, I think it looks better! Those are definately the colors that look best on me, corals, and reds.My son has those army green eyes...LUCKY!!! That purple eyeliner would be pretty. We'll switch for a day!!! I have to wear liner though or forget it. When its on the bottom my lashes hide most of it. Whats weird is I can only wear it on the bottom! It looks horrible on the top for me(unless I use that gel eyeliner, for some reason it blends right in.) Plus mascara, I forgot that. I have long lashes but they go straight down!!! My sons long lashes curve right up. Where's the justice?
Also, all those secrets, that I thought my niece and I discovered? Sounds like everyone knows them!!! Here's how low I'll go, beat this, ever bought wet'n'wild? It's like a dollar for a pencil, haha? And then I'll spend $150 on my hair. Rediculous. Maybe thats why it gets done twice a year!
~Jade
Posted by Glydin 3.9 on January 29, 2009, at 17:54:02
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 17:34:24
Wet "n Wild makes fantastic LASTING pencil and liquid liners.
I admit to even buying MaryKate and Ashley. Kinda felt like buying Tinkerbell but they had the color I was looking for in a chunky shadow pencil.
Remember Tinkerbell peelable nail polish?
Posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 18:03:02
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Jadekelly on January 29, 2009, at 17:34:24
> How long for you to do your normal routine? (minutes)
Umm, without the eyeliner, I'd say around 10-20 minutes, I'm not really sure. I have a tendency to get distracted. When I'm in a rush, I'll put on base and mascara, and do the rest in the car. And half the time I leave off the eyeshadow all together. Just base, powder, mascara, blush, eyebrow pencil and lipstick. That takes about 10 minutes I guess. With eyeliner, it just depends on how long I decide to spend on it. I usually just line the outer half of my eye, otherwise it makes my eyes look too close together or something. You start at the pupil, and then go out to the corner. Do this on the top and bottom and make the ends meet in a point, like a sideways 'V'. I usually do a LOT of blending to make it sort of smokey. Although I still experiment a lot, I've been doing it that way off and on since high school. Kind of a cat eye look I guess.
-T
Posted by Phillipa on January 29, 2009, at 19:41:02
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone?, posted by TexasChic on January 29, 2009, at 10:24:18
T Purology for all hair products that's what my hairdresser uses it's magnigicent have used biosilk and you can buy that at Marshall's much cheaper or less expensive. If a beaty brands store near you they are having a sale on purology in large sizes. Seriously it wonderful. About 22 for small bottle of great conditioner. Phillipa ps I frost and perm hair.
Posted by TexasChic on January 30, 2009, at 19:29:38
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on January 29, 2009, at 19:41:02
Thanks, I checked out the website and it sounds great!
-T
Posted by Phillipa on January 30, 2009, at 21:44:48
In reply to Re: Want to talk hair, makeup anyone? » Phillipa, posted by TexasChic on January 30, 2009, at 19:29:38
T didn't know they had a website any less expensive? Love Phillipa
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