Foundation...choose the right one your skin looks fabulous, chose the wrong one and your face will look as fake as the hair extensions you bought on sale at Sallys.
It always surprises me when I am working at my cosmetic counter and a woman asks me to match her foundation color and then throws out the inside of her wrist. You wouldn't try new shoes on any other part of your body other than your feet so why is foundation any different?
A few foundations I have tried recently:
~MAC Studio Sculpt: It's a step up from a tinted moisturizer, has more coverage and a natural/dewy finish...perfect if you dont like a full coverage foundation {pair it with your favorite loose powder}
~Makeup Forever HD: First thought....PRETTY! Reflects light and looks incredibly smooth! However, it just sort of sits on top of the skin, I actually must have rubbed the tip of my nose throughout the day and next thing I know I see a perfect streak where I touched. Good for a special occasion but $$$ about $40. {it wouldn't be my choice for an everyday foundation}
~Clinique Even Better: Smooth moderate-full coverage, natural finish and helps fade discolorations. good for combo skin-if youre really oily this foundation is NOT for you it doesn't dry matte. {Good everyday makeup and looks nice in pictures, $24.50}
~Lancome Teint Miracle-Really nice moderate coverage foundation (its buildable though, you could make it full) Has some of the light reflecting properties that Makeup Forever HD does but also melts into skin better. 2 thumbs up!!! Dont get too excited though its $37...go when they have a bonus gift and enjoy some free stuff!
~Lancome Teint Idole Ultra-Full coverage, dries a bit more matte-good for 'wanting to look made up' but not overdone. {Same price point as above}
~Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer- I don't care whatcha say im not impressed. Why pay $42 for something you cant see you have on? You could always add a powder for more coverage but why bother-just get a foundation!
~MAC Studio Fix Fluid- moderate to full coverage and does dry more matte so its nice in the summer or if you are oily. Looks pretty in pictures and comes in lots of shades to find your perfect color {mid twenties so not to hard on the wallet either}
I DO: suggest oil free formulas unless you are just crocodile dry.
Recommend a foundation brush!!! I have two just incase one is dirty-get one, you wont regret it.
Like mineral foundation powders! (I know theyre not mentioned I havent used mine since last summer and really love lancome's formula)
I DONT: like to buy foundation i cant try before-always ask the sales girl for a sample and try it, no matter how cheap she THINKS you are, unless you trust her ability-which may or may not be a good idea-take a sample home and see what you think.
DONT FORGET: Proper cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing will make any of the above foundations and your pretty little face look better with or without them.........................XOXO
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
From one makeup/beauty/product junkie to another...
With all of the $$$ ive spent on products i thought i'd share some of what i've learned with yall and see how it goes ;)
From the shelf to your bathroom sink here's the skinny on all of the products i love...or as Andy Cohen says-heres what im obsessed with this week:
1. Obagi Elastiderm eye gel. 'nuff said. this product drastically changes the elasticity of the skin around the eye area.
-the good: increased firmness noticed in days..its a gel formula so great for normal to oily skin types (drier skins dont worry it also comes in a cream)
-the bad: its pricey. Running about $100 a bottle--you can often find Obagi products online cheaper or when your spa/derm is running a special
-the ugly: works better as a NIGHT eye cream, can be used during the day but 'beads up' with friction from rubbing/patting on makeup or concealer under the eye.
2. At home facial saunas.
-the good: can be used whenever you want at home (before cleansing works nicely), can be purchased from sites like walmart.com for around $20
-the bad: you get what you pay for and the cheaper versions usually have less stable pieces that can move around when you dont want them to.
-the ugly: theres not one! opens up pores and leaves you fresh faced and ready for deep cleansing (dont do everyday and dont burn your face silly)
3. my new Glycolac @ home gel peel
-the good: wayyyy cheaper than chemical peels you pay for at your derm's office. I recently bought one from amazon.com for $18-its 30mLs and you only need about 3-5 to do your whole face (=cheappp.) It is a great way to exfoliate acne/discolorations or just dull skin.
-the bad: you can mess this up. you are responsible for the length of time you leave it on and how much you use.
-the ugly: your face if you dont follow directions girl. (you may peel for a couple of days and makeup doesnt look perfect so dont do before special occasions)
What do yall think? Makeup next?? Xoxo
From the shelf to your bathroom sink here's the skinny on all of the products i love...or as Andy Cohen says-heres what im obsessed with this week:
1. Obagi Elastiderm eye gel. 'nuff said. this product drastically changes the elasticity of the skin around the eye area.
-the good: increased firmness noticed in days..its a gel formula so great for normal to oily skin types (drier skins dont worry it also comes in a cream)
-the bad: its pricey. Running about $100 a bottle--you can often find Obagi products online cheaper or when your spa/derm is running a special
-the ugly: works better as a NIGHT eye cream, can be used during the day but 'beads up' with friction from rubbing/patting on makeup or concealer under the eye.
2. At home facial saunas.
-the good: can be used whenever you want at home (before cleansing works nicely), can be purchased from sites like walmart.com for around $20
-the bad: you get what you pay for and the cheaper versions usually have less stable pieces that can move around when you dont want them to.
-the ugly: theres not one! opens up pores and leaves you fresh faced and ready for deep cleansing (dont do everyday and dont burn your face silly)
3. my new Glycolac @ home gel peel
-the good: wayyyy cheaper than chemical peels you pay for at your derm's office. I recently bought one from amazon.com for $18-its 30mLs and you only need about 3-5 to do your whole face (=cheappp.) It is a great way to exfoliate acne/discolorations or just dull skin.
-the bad: you can mess this up. you are responsible for the length of time you leave it on and how much you use.
-the ugly: your face if you dont follow directions girl. (you may peel for a couple of days and makeup doesnt look perfect so dont do before special occasions)
What do yall think? Makeup next?? Xoxo
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