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The TVClubHouse: General Discussion ARCHIVES: 2006 Mar. ~ 2006 May: Buyers Banter: Bare Escentuals/Bare Minerals (ARCHIVES): Archive through November 19, 2005 users admin

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Azriel
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08-01-2000

Thursday, July 28, 2005 - 7:41 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Azriel a private message Print Post    
When I first got the makeup it was a little messy for me, but I think you always tend to use too much when you first get it. After I've learned how little it takes on the brush, I don't have a problem. Before you tap the brush make sure you have swirled it enough so that the makeup has gone into the brush and you don't see it on the bristles.

I also only partially peeled back the covering when I first got mine and I think that contributed to the mess, because the makeup didn't come out as easily with the white paper flapping back and forth. If you have some little scissors cut off the section of the white paper you have peeled back. Next time leave the paper on and take a needle and just punch a few holes directly through the paper.

Fabnsab
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08-07-2000

Friday, July 29, 2005 - 12:39 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Fabnsab a private message Print Post    
So far, I haven't had any mess. I do put very little into the lid and I swirl it all up in the brush. When I tap it, little comes out but it always stays in the lid.

Mind you, I'm not a clean freak so I could have this makeup everywhere and not notice! lol

Teachmichigan
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07-22-2001

Friday, September 30, 2005 - 6:07 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Teachmichigan a private message Print Post    
Don't know if anyone caught them, but BE had a couple of shows on QVC the past week. I wanted a liner but since it automatically came w/a color I didn't need, I ordered it on ebay. It's called "Firefly" and it is GORGEOUS!! When you use it as a wet liner, it is a deep brown w/bronze color. When used dry, it is just a beautiful brown color and you don't see the bronze as much. I absolutely love it! :-)

Oh yes -- and you can now order tinted mineral veil in the BIG size all on its own! WOOHOO!

Max
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08-12-2000

Friday, September 30, 2005 - 6:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Max a private message Print Post    
A new store opened here called ULTA and they carry the BE stuff. So now I can go get it in person, only what I want, and try things before buying. :-) YEAH! Sephora will be opening in November, but ULTA is closer to where I live. :-)

Teachmichigan
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07-22-2001

Friday, September 30, 2005 - 7:13 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Teachmichigan a private message Print Post    
Lucky you, Max! I still haven't found the name of the store that I was in when I went to the Galleria in Dallas -- There was a Sephora there, but this other store carried much more stuff-- even had the kits and things. Anyone in Dallas know the store I'm referring to???

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, September 30, 2005 - 7:34 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Max, would you mind if I kissed you?!?!? I had no idea that Ulta (Ulta 3 here) carried that stuff. And they do, they do!!!! Now I don't have to travel super far. PLUS Ulta 3 usually has a really good coupon in Sunday's paper!!!

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Sunday, October 02, 2005 - 12:50 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
HELP Can someone tell me if i.d. bare Minerals is the same thing as bare minerals?

That is what they are selling at Ulta and I am not sire it is the same thing.

Max
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08-12-2000

Sunday, October 02, 2005 - 1:32 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Max a private message Print Post    
Yes, Julieboo, it's the same.

When the company first started in San Francisco, they called their stores i.d. (that's when I first discovered them). Somewhere along the line, they changed the name to Bare Minerals/Bare Escentuals, but kept i.d. on some of the products. I think the more descriptive name was a good idea for branding/market recognition of the products.

Anyway, i.d. is the same thing. :-)

And thanks for the virtual kisses! :-)

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Sunday, October 02, 2005 - 1:59 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Thanks Max. Now here is your virtual hug--it's a great big one! ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((MAX)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

Azriel
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08-01-2000

Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 10:33 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Azriel a private message Print Post    
Teachmichigan, the next QVC BE show is on Nov. 19th. Put it on your calendar. :-)

Nov. 19th (ET)

12 - 2 am
12 - 2 pm
7 - 9 pm

Teachmichigan
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07-22-2001

Thursday, November 10, 2005 - 9:17 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Teachmichigan a private message Print Post    
WOOOOHOOOOO!!! My Tivo has BE as a "season pass" so it should tape automatically. I'll be double-checking it, though. :-) THANKS for the schedule.

Cassie
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07-15-2000

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 9:36 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cassie a private message Print Post    
I've been reading some of your comments about BE and you have me intrigued. Unfortunately, I can't get to see the stuff myself as none of the stores which carry it are in this area. I'm trying to grasp the concept. Is it a powder you apply. Somebody (I think Landi?) mentioned mixing two powers together so that kinda confused me. Anyway, I'm planning to catch the QVC special on Saturday and wonder if anyone could give me a heads up on what I might want to start with and how it works etc. Also, is this stuff really pricey? Thanks guys :-)

Landi
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07-29-2002

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 9:40 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Landi a private message Print Post    
cassie, you need to really watch the QVC show, as it really explains the whole BE system. you would start out with a starter kit, and they would have a special for the show. it's not a powder, they are minerals. it's not like any other makeup that you would buy. they show you how to apply it and everything on the show. it costs no more than other makeup and lasts tons longer.

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 10:47 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Cassie, I see it as a powder. I use it. You use two different "bases"--one is close to the color of your skin and the other is lighter and I guess it "sets" the first stuff. I like it cuz it is very light and is more "airbrushed" than regular liquid base. So you never get that "line" that you can get with liquid if you don't smooth it in all the way.

I think it is a little more pricey as the foundation (base) I used to use would be anywhere from $10-25 a bottle. I got one "base" powder and one mineral veil powder and they were $25 each. So far they seem to be lasting a long time though. You also need a brush to apply it which is also about $25.

I find the brush is actually somewhat painful at times. Does anyone know of a kinder, gentler brush?

Also Cassie, they recommend that you get another "powder" (I forget what it is called) but it is like a blush. So that is another $25. I would recommend getting a smaller brush for that one, so then add another bit of $$$ for the smaller (narrower) brush.

So there is my 2 cents. I like the stuff. It does seem to make a little mess-cuz ya gotta kinda bang the excess powder off back into the jar, and some of it doesn't make it.

Lucy
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10-08-2002

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 11:07 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lucy a private message Print Post    
http://www.beaddicts.com/favoritelinks.html

You might want to check out this link for ordering and information about BE products. There is also a Delphi Forum for BE lovers! Christa, the webmaster was a tvch member a while back.

Landi
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07-29-2002

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 11:37 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Landi a private message Print Post    
if you get a starter kit, it won't be that expensive.

http://www.bareminerals.com/kits.html

check this out, it gives you everything to start with for $59.98 with a dvd that shows you how to use it. and it gives you the brushes you need.

i am still using minerals out of my starter kit.


Costacat
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07-15-2000

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 11:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Costacat a private message Print Post    
I finally got my first starter kit! I was gonna order online, but decided to go in to Sephora (at the mall) to get color matched. It's a good thing I did, otherwise I think I would've ordered the wrong colors for the foundation. (What I thought I would've been would've been too light for me!)

I'm still trying to get used to applying it. And oh, yes, less is definitely more! But so far, I think I like it. It does look natural, it doesn't feel like makeup at all!

And thanks to Az for telling me how much SHE liked it.

She has a good point, though. Do NOT remove the entire bit of paper that covers the sifter holes. You'll end up with too much powder in the container, and it's hard to tap out just a bit. I'm planning on sticking a piece of tape over the holes, and punching just a couple of 'em open.

The one thing I really like is how quick and easy it is to use, compared to foundation and powder. I no longer have to apply foundation, and wait for it to set a bit before finishing my makeup. I also bought the "Glee" blush, and really love the natural color of it.

I am planning on making a trip to the mall later today. I wanna get the portable compact, and I wanna get one more foundation, a slightly lighter shade. I still have some summer color in my skin, but it's gonna disappear fast and so will need to move to a lighter shade (I'll mix two for a bit). And I want to get the bisque concealer.

Abby!!! OMG, I remember Indian Earth! Geez, that stuff was a mess to use (mostly cause of the little clay pots with stoppers!). I don't find BE too messy to use at all, but I do tend to keep my counter wiped off. And I don't run the a/c (although I've had the heater on). I haven't seen powder or dust all over the bathroom. I am very careful about the amount I tap into the lids, though. I figure it's better to have to tap in a little more, than to have too much!

Azriel
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08-01-2000

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 6:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Azriel a private message Print Post    
Costa, the bisque concealer is great! Put it all over your eyelids as a base (and under your eyes if you have dark circles) before you put on the rest of your makeup. Also dot it on any little scars or brown/red spots.

Another thing I love is the Clear Radiance and Rose Radiance. I got the clear radiance first and when I first opened it up and looked at it, I thought, oops, this is a mistake for me. It looks almost glittery like the makeup the teenagers use. But, when you put it on over your makeup it doesn't look glittery at all. It's the perfect finish for the makeup. It brings a pretty subtle light to your face. The rose radiance is the same, but it gives you a little pinky glow. I love them both.

I apply my BE over the sink and occasionally I get a little wild and there are a few flecks in the sink or on the counter, but I really haven't felt it was a problem. I just wipe or wash it it away and I've never felt like I was wasting a lot of it. This stuff lasts for a long time.

Azriel
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08-01-2000

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 6:51 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Azriel a private message Print Post    
Julieboo, the new Soft Focus brushes feel really feathery and soft on your face. You might like them better.

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 7:03 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Thanks Azriel! Cuz the kabuki brush feels like it is cutting me! No one else has this problem? (It is the official bare escentials kabuki brush.) Is the soft focus brush a be/bm one?

Costacat
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07-15-2000

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 7:49 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Costacat a private message Print Post    
I don't feel like the kabuki brush is cutting me. Or is rough. Maybe you have a defective brush, Jules?

Az, I went to Sephora (again!) and bought:
-- portable compact kit
-- lighter shade of foundation (med beige)
-- bisque concealer
-- wet/dry brush
-- brown eye kit (3 shades)
-- brush cleaner

And spent almost $150!!! LOL!!!

I put mineral veil in the compact, so it'll be easier to carry around to touch up during the middle of the day.

I really wish I worked with more women. None of the men I work with have commented on anything, but I really am loving how this stuff feels. Or not (since it doesn't feel like I have anything on). :-)

Teachmichigan
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07-22-2001

Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 8:54 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Teachmichigan a private message Print Post    
I've never used the kabuki, but I got the long handled brushes when they were available. The "portable" pop-up face brushes are pure heaven, too!

You might want to wash them out w/a very mild soap (like ivory or soft soap). I always find my brushes to be softer after I've cleaned them.

Have fun! Mixing base or cheek colors, "foiling" the eyeshadows, playing w/liners -- you can do so much w/this makeup.

As for the expense -- the shadows, etc. are $12-18 and I've yet to run out of any of them (I've been a BE fan for almost THREE years!). I've had to order mascara, foundation, mineral veil and bisque. Everything else just keeps lasting and lasting (making it very difficult for me to convince my DH that I need "MORE"!! LOL)

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Thursday, November 17, 2005 - 3:37 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
WAAAAAHHHHHH!!!! I loved how BE looked on me, but the bismuth gave me the itchies something crazy! I wish I could wear this stuff.
Julie, I had the same problem with the brush too.

Cassie
Member

07-15-2000

Thursday, November 17, 2005 - 7:40 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cassie a private message Print Post    
Hi all! Thanks so much for all your advice and comments. I think I might get the starter kit from QVC and then wait 'til I get to a store before spending any more. I've found out that there's a Sephora store about an hour away. I'll let you know how it goes and I'm sure I'll have some more questions once I get the stuff in my hands. It definitely sounds like good stuff.

Azriel
Member

08-01-2000

Saturday, November 19, 2005 - 8:11 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Azriel a private message Print Post    
Just a reminder. The QVC show is on today. Today's special looks really cool, too!

Nov. 19th (ET)

12 - 2 am
12 - 2 pm
7 - 9 pm

Today's special -

Bare Escentuals The Gift of Giving 10-pc. ColorCollection

Retail Value $109.00
QVC Price $54.50
Today's Special Value $44.96
Shipping and Handling $0.00

Elegantly presented in a gold package.

0.02 oz Trudy allover face color, a warm rose radiance
0.02 oz thank you eye shadow, a light peach
0.02 oz the gift glimmer in pouch, a brown mocha
0.13 oz generosity lipstick, a spice brown
0.28 oz big tease mascara in black
0.02 oz mineral veil
0.06 oz natural light double-sided jar in well-lit and back-lit
handy buki brush
light stroke brush
limited edition goldtone refillable compact with brush