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 living in east coast doesn't help either. :c 

Wrong coast.

how do you know

 

because im looking at u across the office

in your dream

p sure this is ur doofus head

 

[Zhavi]

So...dry skin during winter yet oily skin during summer problems - does any of you use primers for foundation. If so what do you recommend???! My skin has been acting up and dry patches are very stubborn - living on the east coast west coast doesn't help either. :c I used loreal lumi true match foundation - which is one of the more hydrating foundtions i've never used but STILL - the patches will not go away. You exfoliate them away and they come back the next day :cry:

 

Also lipstick new find (actually not new, i've had it for a while but i just picked it up and started wearing it more and more recently!) - smashbox be legendary lipstick in primrose. It's a beautiful mauve pink color, very hydrating but pigmented. Wearing it today and have been in the past week!! It's the only smashbox lipstick I have tried but so far the experience is excellent :lol:

 

Coming from someone with nasty combination skin all year round, put on some heavier duty moisturizer on those dry patches before you put on your makeup. Within 2-3 minutes of washing your face or being in the shower, you need to moisturize. Try to avoid hot water on your face. If the dry spots continue, try some jojoba oil -- when I start getting flaky spots, I use homemade heavy duty stuff (shea butter, jojoba oil, beeswax, vitamin E oil, arrowroot powder) on the flaky spots, and that usually helps. (editing to add: this is the same shit I use on my moderate eczema, that I double-checked with my dermatologist and allergist on -- it's gentle and will help lock moisture in. )

 

Too, if it's persistent, use a heavy nighttime moisturizer.

 

If you can, give the moisturizers 20-30 min to soak in before putting on your makeup. You need to help your skin keep its barrier so it's not getting stripped of what it needs.

[LiadansWhisper]

Intense hydration masks in addition to moisturizers specifically formulated for dry skin types will help.

[Zhavi]

While I'm thinking about it, some basics to help with skincare regimens:

 

http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/chemistry/57787362.html

 

edit- this too! http://chemistscorner.com/how-do-skin-moisturizers-work/

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

While I'm thinking about it, some basics to help with skincare regimens:

 

http://www.cosmeticsandtoiletries.com/research/chemistry/57787362.html

 

edit- this too!  http://chemistscorner.com/how-do-skin-moisturizers-work/

such makeup-skincare-beauty academy  some interesting read though.

 

Tried the 20min moisturizers suggestion. no dry patches showing up so far! :thumbsup:

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

Intense hydration masks in addition to moisturizers specifically formulated for dry skin types will help.

 

http://www.sephora.com/ultra-repair-cream-intense-hydration-P248407?skuId=1217744&icid2=brand%20content_undefined_brand:first%20aid%20beauty_p248407_image

 

The strongest one I have used so far - but NOT ENOUGH on some days. :c

[GhostlyMaiden]

*That feel when you spend 15+ minutes trying to make perfect eyeliner wings*

I thought i'd look pretty today, and in the process I spent that much time because......I actually don't know why. It just wasn't working, and I kept having to fix it. Because of this, I was late.

 

Using some Kat Von D. eyeliner from Sephora, the tip tend to go dry, so i'm always having to pinch it off to get rid of the dull tip, and to make it easier to apply. 

 

What do you guys recommend? I want to be able to do this with better eyeliner, and in less time.

[LiadansWhisper]

Intense hydration masks in addition to moisturizers specifically formulated for dry skin types will help.

 

http://www.sephora.com/ultra-repair-cream-intense-hydration-P248407?skuId=1217744&icid2=brand%20content_undefined_brand:first%20aid%20beauty_p248407_image

 

The strongest one I have used so far - but NOT ENOUGH on some days. :c

 

I would actually recommend:

 

For overnight: http://www.target.com/p/boots-no7-beautiful-skin-night-cream-dry-very-dry-1-69-oz/-/A-14227720#prodSlot=medium_1_29&term=boots+no7

 

For daytime: http://www.target.com/p/boots-no7-beautiful-skin-day-cream-dry-spf15-1-69-oz/-/A-14227743#prodSlot=medium_1_31&term=boots+no7

 

And then at least once a week, do some kind of hydrating mask like

 

http://shrayskincare.com/products/facial-mask-ms-amazing-5pcs (I have a promo code for 25% off, it's Boxycharm25%off)

 

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4650043

 

You also need to drink a lot of water, and avoid foundations that are drying. Stop using drying face washes. What I've found works best is removing makeup with http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/olay-4-in-1-daily-face-wipes-sensitive/ID=prod6062826-product and following up with washing my face with http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4190255

 

If your skin is still too dry, I highly recommend http://www.target.com/p/garnier-clean-nourishing-cleansing-oil-for-dry-skin-4-2-fl-oz/-/A-14969783?clkid=add928d8Nc21661e9ce98013d5e55759f&lnm=81938&afid=Shoptagr&ref=tgt_adv_xasd0002 It was a bit too oily for me, but if you are experiencing really bad dry skin, I believe it would be a real help.

 

That's all the tips I have!

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

*That feel when you spend 15+ minutes trying to make perfect eyeliner wings*

I thought i'd look pretty today, and in the process I spent that much time because......I actually don't know why. It just wasn't working, and I kept having to fix it. Because of this, I was late.

 

Using some Kat Von D. eyeliner from Sephora, the tip tend to go dry, so i'm always having to pinch it off to get rid of the dull tip, and to make it easier to apply. 

 

What do you guys recommend? I want to be able to do this with better eyeliner, and in less time.

 

http://www.sephora.com/stay-all-day-waterproof-liquid-eye-liner-P253818?skuId=1221084

in jet black.

 

I am on my #5+ for this eyeliner. I do like the kat von d one but for me it doesn't last as long as the stila one (both on the eyes and in the tube!)

[LiadansWhisper]

Just got back from visiting the boyfriend in Ohio, and the girl at the Mac counter at Macy's talked me into...

 

 

I really wanted Fix+, but she said she was out.

 

I also ended up finding a Lush store and getting a 1/4lb bar of "Sexy Peel" soap. It smells amazing.

 

But really, the girl at the Mac counter said the Mineralize stuff works exactly like the Fix+, but now I'm worried. Anyone tried it?

 

One of the ingredients is Diamond powder, I shit you not.

[Nako Vesh]

*That feel when you spend 15+ minutes trying to make perfect eyeliner wings*

I thought i'd look pretty today, and in the process I spent that much time because......I actually don't know why. It just wasn't working, and I kept having to fix it. Because of this, I was late.

 

Using some Kat Von D. eyeliner from Sephora, the tip tend to go dry, so i'm always having to pinch it off to get rid of the dull tip, and to make it easier to apply. 

 

What do you guys recommend? I want to be able to do this with better eyeliner, and in less time.

 

http://www.sephora.com/stay-all-day-waterproof-liquid-eye-liner-P253818?skuId=1221084

in jet black.

 

I am on my #5+ for this eyeliner. I do like the kat von d one but for me it doesn't last as long as the stila one (both on the eyes and in the tube!)

 

Seconding this eyeliner. It's pretty amazing and once it sets it doesn't budge especially if you top it with some translucent finishing powder.

 

Also, I'm on the second tube of what I think is the best mascara I've ever come across: Heroine Make / Volume and Curl. This does what I think Benefit's They're Real was supposed to do for me but just disappointed. It holds a curl, it doesn't flake, doesn't clump, makes my lashes CRAZY long. It's amazing, at least on my skin chemistry.

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

*That feel when you spend 15+ minutes trying to make perfect eyeliner wings*

I thought i'd look pretty today, and in the process I spent that much time because......I actually don't know why. It just wasn't working, and I kept having to fix it. Because of this, I was late.

 

Using some Kat Von D. eyeliner from Sephora, the tip tend to go dry, so i'm always having to pinch it off to get rid of the dull tip, and to make it easier to apply. 

 

What do you guys recommend? I want to be able to do this with better eyeliner, and in less time.

 

http://www.sephora.com/stay-all-day-waterproof-liquid-eye-liner-P253818?skuId=1221084

in jet black.

 

I am on my #5+ for this eyeliner. I do like the kat von d one but for me it doesn't last as long as the stila one (both on the eyes and in the tube!)

 

Seconding this eyeliner. It's pretty amazing and once it sets it doesn't budge especially if you top it with some translucent finishing powder.

 

Also, I'm on the second tube of what I think is the best mascara I've ever come across: Heroine Make / Volume and Curl. This does what I think Benefit's They're Real was supposed to do for me but just disappointed. It holds a curl, it doesn't flake, doesn't clump, makes my lashes CRAZY long. It's amazing, at least on my skin chemistry.

 

Oh YES PLEASE. 

 

http://www.amazon.com/Kiss-Me-Heroine-Mascara-01-Black/dp/B007152I9S/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1458328991&sr=8-2&keywords=kiss+me+mascara

 

They're basically the same thing. Not sure why there differenet packagings. But I have been using the heroine line forever and ever - the time I went to japan I brought back 10 tubes of them..

 

Maybe we should do an "asian brand makeup favorites" thread haha

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

Just got back from visiting the boyfriend in Ohio, and the girl at the Mac counter at Macy's talked me into...

 

 

I really wanted Fix+, but she said she was out.

 

I also ended up finding a Lush store and getting a 1/4lb bar of "Sexy Peel" soap.  It smells amazing.

 

But really, the girl at the Mac counter said the Mineralize stuff works exactly like the Fix+, but now I'm worried.  Anyone tried it?

 

One of the ingredients is Diamond powder, I shit you not.

 

Please update how is this working out as I am very curious as well...

[LiadansWhisper]

So I've been waiting and waiting for the Sweet Peach palette to come out in stores. My boyfriend gave me a gift card so I could get it, since my birthday was Sunday.

 

I got to the store 15 mins after opening, and it was already gone. It was gone at every Ulta in my area. Apparently my store only got 15 palettes, and may have put them out on Sunday, not today.

 

I'm so disappointed. :cry: They said that they might get another shipment next week, but if they do, that's going to be the last one. :cry:

 

I now wish my boyfriend hadn't bought me a gift card to them, because I honestly don't think they deserve my money. I'm so mad at this point that once that gift card is used up, I don't think I'll be buying from them in the future. I'll just go to Sephora instead.

[Aaron]

Y'all be like hyena over a kill when it comes to make up huh? o_o

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

Y'all be like hyena over a kill when it comes to make up huh? o_o

Its serious business. Aaron.

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

So I've been waiting and waiting for the Sweet Peach palette to come out in stores.  My boyfriend gave me a gift card so I could get it, since my birthday was Sunday.

 

I got to the store 15 mins after opening, and it was already gone.  It was gone at every Ulta in my area.  Apparently my store only got 15 palettes, and may have put them out on Sunday, not today.

 

I'm so disappointed.  :cry:  They said that they might get another shipment next week, but if they do, that's going to be the last one.  :cry:

 

I now wish my boyfriend hadn't bought me a gift card to them, because I honestly don't think they deserve my money.  I'm so mad at this point that once that gift card is used up, I don't think I'll be buying from them in the future.  I'll just go to Sephora instead.

lol. That wasn't nice..

I do think sephora's rewards are much better. They have the palette in store on the 15th!! I am still struggling on whether to get it or not :c

[LiadansWhisper]

lol. That wasn't nice..

I do think sephora's rewards are much better. They have the palette in store on the 15th!! I am still struggling on whether to get it or not :c

 

I get paid that morning, but I don't think I get off until 3pm T_T

[Leih]

You can get it the day after! I usually keep a little bit of money separated for make-up emergencies and I gotta admit I'm getting it. That palette is one of the few I can wear that don't make me look like I have excessive make-up due my skin color. :

[LiadansWhisper]

You can get it the day after! I usually keep a little bit of money separated for make-up emergencies and I gotta admit I'm getting it. That palette is one of the few I can wear that don't make me look like I have excessive make-up due my skin color. :<

 

Considering that Ulta sold out in five minutes, I don't know if I trust that I can get it the next day. :cry:

[Leih]

You can get it the day after! I usually keep a little bit of money separated for make-up emergencies and I gotta admit I'm getting it. That palette is one of the few I can wear that don't make me look like I have excessive make-up due my skin color. :<

 

Considering that Ulta sold out in five minutes, I don't know if I trust that I can get it the next day.  :cry:

Hmmm.... Yeah... :< Maybe buying online when they re-stock?

[LiadansWhisper]

Hmmm.... Yeah... :< Maybe buying online when they re-stock?

 

I've never actually seen it in stock on their website. I monitor it with Shoptagr, and I got an alert today that it was back in stock, but when I went to check out (literally less than 30 seconds between the alert and me starting the checkout), it was out of stock again.

[AekiraSwyfte]

Oh, do /I/ have a story about the Sweet Peach palette...

 

My dear mother has been eyeing this palette down for EVER, ever since it was first announced alongside the PB&J. Neither of us really thought she'd have an issue getting her hands on it, given that PB&J was MUCH more hyped up both by Too Faced and their customers. We were expecting a nice, quiet, easy launch, right?

 

Oh, so wrong.

 

It all started with the initial release on the Too Faced site. It was so flooded that it kept crashing. Repeatedly. We thought this was just a glitch or something at first, since, yk, ABSOLUTELY NO HYPE, but that wasn't the case, as we later discovered. Anyway, my poor mom tried for like an hour to get the palette through Too Faced, even getting so far as having it in her cart, ready for checkout, but it was crashing so much that she just couldn't get all the way there. Oh well, try again in the morning, there'll probably still be a few. But, nope, out of stock!

 

Our second attempt when they restocked wasn't much better, so Mom ended up deciding to try for the Ulta release instead. Now, I'll give them this much, the site didn't explode the way TF's did, but they had a whole different set of issues. Not once, but TWICE, did she get the palette in her cart through Ulta... only for the site to read "Out of Stock" when she went to check out (Just seconds later, not like she waited an hour). And I'm PRETTY SURE that's not how having items in your cart is supposed to work.

 

There was another site after that, I can't remember which one for the life of me, which was doing an evening release. When she loaded THIS website, at the specified sale time, the link to the palette read "Coming soon." Okay, weird, so she reloads the page a couple times, doesn't change. Oh well, she decides to give it a few minutes, finish the show she was watching. Ten minutes later, she checks back? Sold out.

 

By this point, she was pretty exhausted by the futility of it all, and had pretty much decided on just making a dupe palette with her MUG and MAC singles. But she decided to give it one more go with Sephora, which was supposed to have a midnight release, at least, as far as we knew. The product didn't drop at midnight. She kept checking until like 2:00am before she finally said "Fuck it." But it wasn't just a glitch this time, Sephora had actually neglected to release Sweet Peach. Seriously, the social media backlash was pretty epic, but they were being incredibly non-communicative as to when the palette would actually drop. It finally released on Sephora at like, 8:00 in the morning, and my mother just happened to check one last time. And, since no one knew it had actually dropped, she was one of the first to find it in stock on the website, which means she was finally able to actually, you know, ORDER THE DAMN THING.

 

And, by some miracle, after all this nonsense, the palette actually got to her on one piece, no hiccups or incidents or anything. AND, she still ended up making a dupe, just for fun. 

 

Anyway, the moral of this story, my friends, if you want something, particularly if that something is the Too Faced Sweet Peach... basically the only way to get it is to be really, REALLY fucking stubborn. And, uh, never to trust the Ulta website. Ever. But it IS possible, so don't give it up just yet!

[Sukaaretto Ueno]

Oh, do /I/ have a story about the Sweet Peach palette...

 

My dear mother has been eyeing this palette down for EVER, ever since it was first announced alongside the PB&J. Neither of us really thought she'd have an issue getting her hands on it, given that PB&J was MUCH more hyped up both by Too Faced and their customers. We were expecting a nice, quiet, easy launch, right?

 

Oh, so wrong.

 

It all started with the initial release on the Too Faced site. It was so flooded that it kept crashing. Repeatedly. We thought this was just a glitch or something at first, since, yk, ABSOLUTELY NO HYPE, but that wasn't the case, as we later discovered. Anyway, my poor mom tried for like an hour to get the palette through Too Faced, even getting so far as having it in her cart, ready for checkout, but it was crashing so much that she just couldn't get all the way there. Oh well, try again in the morning, there'll probably still be a few. But, nope, out of stock!

 

Our second attempt when they restocked wasn't much better, so Mom ended up deciding to try for the Ulta release instead. Now, I'll give them this much, the site didn't explode the way TF's did, but they had a whole different set of issues. Not once, but TWICE, did she get the palette in her cart through Ulta... only for the site to read "Out of Stock" when she went to check out (Just seconds later, not like she waited an hour). And I'm PRETTY SURE that's not how having items in your cart is supposed to work.

 

There was another site after that, I can't remember which one for the life of me, which was doing an evening release. When she loaded THIS website, at the specified sale time, the link to the palette read "Coming soon." Okay, weird, so she reloads the page a couple times, doesn't change. Oh well, she decides to give it a few minutes, finish the show she was watching. Ten minutes later, she checks back? Sold out.

 

By this point, she was pretty exhausted by the futility of it all, and had pretty much decided on just making a dupe palette with her MUG and MAC singles. But she decided to give it one more go with Sephora, which was supposed to have a midnight release, at least, as far as we knew. The product didn't drop at midnight. She kept checking until like 2:00am before she finally said "Fuck it." But it wasn't just a glitch this time, Sephora had actually neglected to release Sweet Peach. Seriously, the social media backlash was pretty epic, but they were being incredibly non-communicative as to when the palette would actually drop. It finally released on Sephora at like, 8:00 in the morning, and my mother just happened to check one last time. And, since no one knew it had actually dropped, she was one of the first to find it in stock on the website, which means she was finally able to actually, you know, ORDER THE DAMN THING.

 

And, by some miracle, after all this nonsense, the palette actually got to her on one piece, no hiccups or incidents or anything. AND, she still ended up making a dupe, just for fun. 

 

Anyway, the moral of this story, my friends, if you want something, particularly if that something is the Too Faced Sweet Peach... basically the only way to get it is to be really, REALLY fucking stubborn. And, uh, never to trust the Ulta website. Ever. But it IS possible, so don't give it up just yet!

 

Wow. TBH i really didn't know that this would be such a big deal. I think i did the same thing for the naked 3 palette launch..i don't remember much but I'm pretty sure that was the only product i ever did such thing (waiting online for the launch, crazily fresh the site just so I can get it before anyone else does) for.

[LiadansWhisper]

"Rimmel products smell like the heads of babydolls."