Make-up hints

Dream, I am havng such a brain fart about the name of that orange smell satsua or something like that from the body shop??? It's my favorite scent of body wash in the world... OMG- why can't I think of the name????

Marin, if you try the micro kit please let me know what you think. I'm afraid to use it b/c I think it will irritate my skin or make me break out... but if you go first I'll gladly follow.

Thanks girls:)

Beth - It's about $22.50. So I think with yours and everyone elses comments I'll probably stick with the Clinique.

I have extremely dry skin due to medical conditon so unfortunately mineral powders dont work for me at all. Kind of a bummer as I have friends who use Bare Minerals / Bare Essentials and they just rave about them. Sigh...

I am close to being out and thought it might be a good time to try something new; but I'm thinking now I should stick with what I know works. :)That said, of course I'll keep reading to see what everyone else is using / trying.

 TTFN! 

Wow, thanks for the feedback, y'all, and for the PM, Tina. Since I barely made my mortgage this month (believe me, I'm not exaggerating in the slightest!), I don't think that I'm in any position to try an office procedure, but I'll keep it in mind for when I win Powerball (oops, did I forget to buy that winning ticket, again, for last night's drawing? ). I'm going to teach 2 extra aerobics classes this month and will put the money to good use (not my mortgage...don't be silly!)...a microderm kit, a peel and some cream. I have no trouble covering the spots by using a very light coat of Dermablend after moisturizing. Then, if I'm not working out or going in the water, I use a bit of foundation...or nothing! The tinted moisturizer that I've been raving about is what I use all of the other times. It's got an SPF of 30 (I think) and provides excellent coverage. I'd like to fade these spots so that I can wake up in the morning, without makeup of course, looking gorgeous. This has become a concern only since I've been single, mind you. When I woke up before (while married)...well, I just woke up and got out of bed. Never gave a thought to how I looked then and i doubt if my husband cared, but now that I'm lingering for long periods of time...well, you know....

~Marin

PS- Tina, you are absolutely stunning! I think that this is the first pic I've seen of you that gives an idea of how you actually look (before it's been mostly just your hair, right?). Anyway, if the stuff you use is responsible for how you look, "I'll have whatever she's having"!!!!!

 Beth, first let me congratulate you on your fabulous day! Winning a nation-wide contest was only the beginning - a raise, too! You were sure hitting on all cylinders, girl!

I will cast another vote for the Mary Kay micro-dermabrasion set. If you've got sensitive skin (I surely do!) you just use it less often; strong skins use it once or twice a week. And there's a 100% money-back guarantee - just like CVS. I don't think, with consideration given to your tender years, Beth, that you should invest in an in-office procedure. Wait a few years 'til you need it - and NOW go spend your money on more Athleta outfits!

Marin - I will second my opinion about the MK, for refining texture etc. If you use a quinine product, choose one that is very gradual. I have had two friends that got splotchy results and they seem to be permanent.   I'm glad to hear you're being diligent about facial sunscreen this summer. I remember more than one occasion where you got, uhm, a little pink last season. But you were having FUN!

Raye - WTG on getting carded! Now throw all evidence of those evil coffin nails away! The MK set I recommended is not motorized. I find a use it more regularly if a don't have to get a lot of 'stuff' and equipment out. Although I have not had to buy it for a good while - they may have updated the product. Moon-face from a solid 8mo. on decadron stretches out most problematic wrinkles. I am gonna need real help  if/when I get off this evil drug and my neck rolls turn into turkey wattles!

Lisa

No, never had heard of it. Sounds like it would provide pretty heavy coverage. ?

I use a powder foundation by Lancome  - Dual Finish, I think it is called. Not too heavy, but provides a bit of coverage and shine control. The only wish it contained some sun protection- like that City Block by Clinique does.

I tried Makeup Forever's HD foundation and did not like it one bit.  I bought it from Sephora, along with a really great makeup brush - I kept the brush but returned the makeup.  I have been wearing Chanel's Teint Innocence foundation - it's a cream, for a couple of years and really love it.  It's buildable, so you can go as light or heavy coverage as needed and even help as concealer if you need it to.  It goes on with a sponge.  another one I alternate with is Shishedo's The Makeup Dual Balancing foundation.  This is a liquid that I dab on and use the makeup brush to even out.  It's great for putting on a quick or light face, especially running around in the south Florida heat and humidity.  I've tried other creams, they seem to work best on me for lasting coverage, but nothing is like the chanel.

Just found makeup (recommended by a friend) remover called The Balm...anyone ever use it?

Nah . . . it's a very costly thing for me, but since I'm in the public eye a lot with my job, I figure it's worth the $$, plus it lasts a long long time - like 6 months.  I have tried so many out there and the only other one that came close was Clinique, which I use if I can't get or can't afford the Chanel. 

Marin - love the mascara tip!