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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 11:13 am
I really like Carmindy's line (she's the makeup artist from What Not to Wear). The foundation is lovely.
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 6:20 pm
I'm a BE gal all the way, and love the Purity Made Simple. Fortunately, I'm the only girl in the house so both of those brands last forever for me.
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Yankee_in_ca
Member
08-01-2000
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 6:58 pm
Bee, I'm not sure what to recommend for YonKa as the specific stuff I use was recommended for me by a facialist. I can tell you that the Lotion, which is a spray toner, is amazing. It is cool, moisturizing and smells amazing. My mother in law, who is in her late 60s and barely has a wrinkle on her face, has used the YonKa toner as her night moisturizer for years. She cleanses, then sprays it on her face and pats it in. But it is sort of a luxury -- it's not an essential like cleanser or daily moisturizer. But it's niiice.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 7:17 pm
I havent heard of YonKa, is it at Sephora?
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Tishala
Member
08-01-2000
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 8:08 pm
I get it at a beauty supply place.
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 9:22 pm
Thanks, Yankee. I'll take a stop at Sephora and discuss. lol It sounds yummy.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Wednesday, April 22, 2009 - 4:16 am
aahhh thanks Tish
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Stray_cat
Member
06-21-2006
| Wednesday, April 22, 2009 - 9:16 pm
I have really short lashes and have tried every kind of mascara but nothing worked well. I was told about Maybelline The Colossal. It's bright yellow with purple writing on it (you can't miss it) but wow does it work. I think it has silicone in it and it smells a little different, but it's all I use now. Great for those with short lashes!
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Rslover
Member
11-19-2002
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 7:04 am
I used Maybelline Great Lash Mascara(pink) as a teenager. I tried it again about 5 years ago and my eyes puffed up and stayed that way for days. Never really being too sensitive to makeup, (with the exception of Mary Kay lipstick which burned my lips) I looked at the ingredients. This is what is in it: Ingredients ~ Water, Beeswax, Ozokerite, Shellac I called the company to complain and got my $ back. I'm surprised some of you can wear it. I think Oil of Olay Moisturizers and Aveeno are very good. Escapee, If you determine your color palette, you will see what colors will look great on you. COLOR PALETTE
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 8:34 am
RSlover, thanks for that. They usually always tell me I look good in corals and browns because I am fair skinned blue/hazel/green eyed. But I've yet to find a color that looks good on me. I take that back, purples, lavenders and blues look decent on my eyes if I keep it subtle. Browns tend to not show up or make my eyes look dirty. Ok, so I went to walmart and bought some JANE brand lipsticks in a couple different colors. Found a mauve-ish color that looks ok and not too bold. Picked up an eyeliner and started practicing. At first I looked like a streetwalker who just woke up after a long night, lol. Today it's better, eyes look ok even with the lack of sleep.
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Chewpito
Member
01-04-2004
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 10:40 am
Hey girls, this is Chewpito's daughter. My mom informed me of this board and I thought I might have some tips. I was the manager for the Chanel counter for four years, so I've learned what you can skip and what is actually worth the money. I would definately call and schedule a makeup consultation at either M.A.C., Chanel, Laura Mercier, or Este Lauder-these are the counter's that are known for artistry, not necesarily the ones that are going to force product down your throat! It's important to demonstrate products before you buy, everyones different, so certain color's, or placement will look amazing or terrible depending on the person. It is curteous that if someone spends the time to do an entire makeup lesson with you that you at least purchase a gloss or mascara. Foundation and skincare is something that I would invest in-the price is more, but the right foundation color and technology behind the products are well worth it. As far as everything else-Drug store it up! Color is fun to play with and until you learn what colors work best for you, there's no need to spend hundreds of dollars.
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Countrydaze
Member
11-07-2003
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 12:01 pm
Beekindpleez, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I always have cracks on my lips and I just went out and brought Revlon Moon Drops Lip Conditioner, and wow in 2 days the cracks are gone. That stuff is wonderful. Also, Thank you to Chewpito's Daughter. That is great information which I will check out.
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 2:06 pm
You're welcome, Countrydaze! I love that stuff, too. I use it all day long. Glad your cracks are gone.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 2:14 pm
Thank you Chewie's daughter!
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Rslover
Member
11-19-2002
| Friday, April 24, 2009 - 7:49 am
Lucy Danziger of Self magazine recommended the following (on The View) as the best beauty buys of the year. * Garnier Nutritioniste Ultra-Lift Pro Deep Wrinkle Roller, $17 * CoverGirl AND OLAY Simply Ageless Foundation, $14 * Aveeno Continuous Protection SUNBLOCK Lotion SPF 50, $11 * Jergens Natural Glow Healthy Complexion Daily Moisturizer, $9 * Almay Smart Shade Concealer, $9 * Neutrogena Nourishing Eye Quad, $10 * Herbal Essences Hydralicious Featherweight Shampoo, $3 * Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Instant Melting Conditioner, $4 * L'OrEal Paris Elnett Satin Hairspray, $14 * Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color, $5 * Earth Therapeutics Intensive Heel Repair, $8
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Monday, April 27, 2009 - 8:56 pm
Found another cool product: Bikini Zone Anti-Bumps Shave Gel. It's a thick blue gel with exfoliating beads in it and I got the best shave I've ever gotten. My legs were smooth for days! Wheeeeee
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - 1:43 am
My daughter is fairly hairy with dark hair too. She BEGGED me to get one of those smooth away pad things after seeing the infomercial...well...they worked!! she did her arms and it was amazing how smooth they turned out. worked on her legs too.
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Panda
Member
07-15-2005
| Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - 9:42 am
my local CVS circular advertised having a BOGO on Maybelline items and I have a $1 off coupon any mascara, I may have to run out and try the Stiletto AND the Colussal!
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - 10:40 am
Really, Texannie?? I've been thinking about trying those. Thanks for the info. And thank you, too, Panda! I think I'm going to CVS this evening. LOL
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 10:16 am
I bought the new Covergirl/Oil of Olay foundation. Hate it. it's terrible. Doesn't cover well. Settles into pores, and that's all you see. Doesn't go on easily. NOW, I am out 14.00. It sucks.
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Tishala
Member
08-01-2000
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 10:44 am
Annie, re: Carmindy's foundation...what is your skin type? What is the finish like (i.e., more matte or more dewy)? Do you/do you have to powder it? I've looked at various reviews online; some are very good and some are not.
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Jeep
Member
10-17-2001
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 10:45 am
Escapee, I bought some of that as well. Didn't like it either. Have you tried any other foundation that isn't supposed to settles into fine lines. I'm having trouble with very fine lines right below my eyes on the top of my cheeks. My skin looks great until I put make up on and then I look like my eyes are sagging because of the makeup in the lines. I've tried all kinds of moisturizers, but with no luck yet.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 11:08 am
Tish, my skin type is probably combo. i have rosacea and i am old! LOL it's kind of a cross between matte and dewy..it's not so matte that you looked parched, but it's not so dewy you look greasy. does that make sense? i always powder cause i guess it's more habit than anything! LOL either LM translucent or I have found the L'Oreal powder is pretty similar. i did have to stop the Carmindy cause it broke me out...darn it cause it gave great coverage!!!
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Jewels
Member
09-22-2000
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 11:21 am
Escapee...I'm sure you can return it. I've done that before with things that weren't the right color and it wasn't a problem.
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 12:01 pm
I am going to return it if I can find the receipt. So far what I am loving the most is Dream Matte Mouse. Flawless skin. I am having issues finding a powder that I like, though.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 12:43 pm
Walgreens and CVS are both very good about returns.
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 12:46 pm
I went to Wal Mart
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 2:07 pm
I don't think they are as accomodating; hope they are for you!
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 2:17 pm
yeah, well if not I'm gonna be pissed and maybe send a letter to CG
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Spygirl
Board Administrator
04-23-2001
| Monday, May 04, 2009 - 7:29 pm
Covergirl foundation is $14.00???? Holy cow. That's the price of Mary Kay's foundations!
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Tuesday, May 05, 2009 - 6:43 am
For that one it was. Dream Matte Mousse was 7.89. They took it back by the way, no receipt and gave me a store shopping card. Which was fine, because I used it to buy the stuff I do like and dog food.
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