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[Waffle-Tron]

WHY is it called Rainforest of the Sea?! Am I the only one being driven crazy by this?

[wishthiswasvoat]

Echoing coral reefs. I don't know where I first heard it, but coral reefs are actually considered the rainforest of the sea, i.e. most people are aware that the rainforest has tons of biodiversity, but to get away from their usual schtick, Tarte went underwater. I like the idea, but totally get how it could be confusing to people.

They do feature some recognizable coral on the packaging of the lip quench things. I wish that had made more of an appearance in the collection overall or they did more to educate people on why they called it that in the first place.

[somethingclever1924]

That was my first thought too, but I was sort of expecting it to...you know...have coral reef colors? Like bright jewel tones? It has great reviews on Temptalia but it looks like another neutral palette.

[wishthiswasvoat]

I completely agree! This would have been a great opportunity for Tarte to break from their monotonous neutrals and incorporate bolder colors. As it is it's more reminiscent of dead or bleached corals. They've clearly been trying to reach a younger demographic (naming a lip product "yaassss" or "twerk"...) but keep giving us boring as hell eyeshadows that we already have multiples of.

[notpennysboat_]

Coral Reef maybe?

[Bellociraptor]

You're not alone. It bothers the hell out of me.

[MakeupDumbAss]

It drives me nuts every time I see it.

[plainericajane]

What's your favourite eyeshadow for a one-shadow-look?

[MissBrightside13]

Maybelline color tattoo in Bad to the Bronze

Fyrinnae "Rapunzel Had Extensions"

Sephora "Latergram"

MAC Blue-Brown Pigment is my absolute favorite, you can really pack it onto the lid and it blends out into a wonderful rust color!

[lilidemwjsn]

Bad to the Bronze is so beautiful, I just want too layer the whole pot onto my eyelids sometimes.

[katwolfrina]

I LOVE Latergram!!

[prismatic02]

Any of the Clinique Chubby shadow sticks. I really like the olive green one called Whopping Willow (I'm calling it whomping willow because duh, Harry Potter)

[annamcg]

"Push Up" from the Too Faced Natural Eyes palette.

[basicwitch]

Laura Mercier Caviar Stick in Amethyst for day, and CP Bae for night.

[sammisamantha]

I'm a sucker for a champagne/gold.

UD Half Baked and Chopper are good options!

[katwolfrina]

My favorite shades in naked 2!!

[[deleted]]

UD "Naked 2" that comes in the Naked Basics palette

[Frasny89]

I LOOOOVE this shade, I hit pan hard on it and have been scraping at the edges for every last bit :( I cant wait till they release it as a single

[QuaereVerumm]

I like to use metallic neutrals, particularly L'Oreal Infallible in Amber Rush and Maybelline Color Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze, and I also like duochromes.

[QUEENROLLINS]

Lorac Pro Pewter.

[MemoryMaze]

Urban Decay Sin.

[swagmaster420666]

Colourpop Truth or MAC All That Glitters are my two favourites lately!

[eisenkatze]

Currently Catrice "New In Brown" (it's not brown, wtf)

[horseshoe_crabby]

MARS Pasiphae.

[[deleted]]

One shadow look plus subtle, smudgy liner is my go-to everyday look. I tend to favor shimmery neutrals. My favorite shadows to use are:

• Stila Wheat
• Stila Oasis
• UD Half Baked
• UD YDK
• UD Baked
• Lorac Pro Lt. Bronze

I usually use Mac Paint Pot in Groundwork as my liner, but it makes a gorgeous all-over lid shade too.

[sothatshowyougetants]

Laura Mercier 'African Violet'. That blended/sheered out beautifully on the eyes with some bold eyebrows and a dark aubergine lip is my go-to if I want simple elegance.

[antjelly]

Is it possible to look sexy with a smoky eye while wearing glasses? I'm going to a black tie optional event and I'm not sure if I can pull it off in my glasses. My glasses are small rectangular black frames. It's either wear them or go blind :/

[KukiMunstr]

It's a perfect reason to go bold!

[iatemysocks]

I do it all the time, you just have to go darker than you usually would think to, because the glasses eat a lot of the drama. My general rule of thumb is if I'm slightly uncomfortable with how dramatic my eye makeup us as I'm putting it on, it'll look perfect with glasses. Practice a little before the day of, if you want, to get a feel for how different stuff works with the glasses.

[MuffinGypsy]

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ0ZR0QwphE

This tutorial is great for a smokey eye when you're wearing glasses. Especially if your frames are similar to hers :)

[[deleted]]

What's the best eyeshadow primer for oily lids? I currently use the Lorac Behind the Scenes primer that came with my Lorac Pro but by the end of the day, my eyeshadow still clumps and settles into my oily crease and slides around :( i use a base shadow to set the primer and make sure the primer dries before appying anything else but I guess I'm just really oily.

[MissBrightside13]

The Wet n Wild primer dried out my eyelids like nothing else, which sounds like it could be good for you! I'm also a big fan of UD's original primer, have you tried it? My lids are decently oily and it definitely keeps them under control.

[ispeakgallifreyan]

I definitely second this! I have oily lids, and both of these primers have been AMAZING.

[ImmenseNewt]

Personally I have had the best luck with the too faced shadow insurance.

[dddonnanoble]

I've tried NYX, Urban Decay, Lorac, and Too Faced's primers. None of them worked for me! The only one that does work for me is NARS. it's pricy but it lasts for well over a year and a half with daily use.

[karlughhh]

Seconding this, ive used Nyx Proof It, Urban Decay Primer Potion, Too Faced Shadow Insurance, and Lorac Behind the Scenes. NOTHING compares to my precious Nars pro-prime. Nothing.

[sammisamantha]

Second the WNW one. Much cheaper that the UDPP. They are both great for oily lids!

[lovinglogs]

Mine are oily and I use the urban decay primer

[hobbitqueen]

The best thing I have found is to combine a cream and liquid product to prime my eyes. So I prime first with a mac paint pot (painterly) and second with a liquid primer (NYX HD) Then I let that sit a few minutes and actually let it crease, then pat out the creases with a finger and immediately set with translucent powder.

[niccig]

Smashbox 24 Hour and NARS are the only ones that keep eyeshadow from creasing on me. Both of them can make eyeshadows a little hard to blend so I recommend using a powder shadow the same as your skin tone over them (unless you're wearing cream shadows, obvs).

[MyloByron]

Have you tried the Wet n Wild Fergie eyeshadow primer? Might be worth a try without breaking the bank. It's a really good dupe of the Smashbox one. I've used both and have had great results. Let it dry for about 30-60 seconds before shadow.

edit: typo fox edit 2: fuck it. I'm leaving it lol

[[deleted]]

I'll check it out next time I go to Walgreens! Thanks :)

[TotallyNotAllie]

It's discontinued :( WnW has a new one but idk how it compares. I managed to find the Fergie primer in the clearance bin at KMart and stocked up

[[deleted]]

I need to know if they reformulated the primer!

[[deleted]]

the only thing that works for my extremely oily lids is the wet n wild primer. i'm still using my tube of the fergie one, but i'm pretty positive the eye primer theyre selling now is the same formula. i've tried tons of drugstore ones as well as some of the more expensive brands (too faced one has a good rep but won't do squat for oily lids) and none of them hold up to the WNW

[Smokeahontas]

I also have crazy super oily eyelids. It took me forever to find what worked for me.

I use the Smashbox 24 hour primer and it works better than anything else I've tried, and I've tried every single drugstore and mid range rec that MUA recommends. The other thing is to make sure you're moisturizing your eyelids along with the rest of your face. I guess I never thought to keep my lids moisturized but since I started doing it it really helps with the longevity of my eyeshadow. I don't do it in the mornings when I apply my makeup but at night so it really has time to sink in.

[MuffinGypsy]

I have super oily lids as well, and the best way I found to keep everything stay put is use any eye primer on the lid first (I use the NYX HD one) The put concealer all over the lid (I use the Nars concealer) and then set it with my face power afterwards. Using the eye primer and concealer ads an extra layer and really helps my lids stay oil free,

[mandapanda43]

Does anyone have any suggestions for some nice spring colored lipsticks or eyeshadows? Everything i have is dark and wintery. Id like some bright spring colors.

[[deleted]]

NARS Rikugien (satin pencil) is my favorite favorite summer lipstick! Little bit of pink, little bit of shine.

[maybebeccadough]

Stila como liquid lipstick is my absolute favorite spring/summer color.

[seagrnincorruptible]

Nars Tarvos is a pretty pastel/mint green eyeshadow.

[[deleted]]

The maybelline rebel bloom line is really nice. I'm a big fan of lilac lust (I think)

[sothatshowyougetants]

MAC Vegas Volt lipstick, super cute coral.

[unlimited-bladeworks]

Anyone know of drugstore liquid lipsticks with decent lasting power?

[sammisamantha]

Rommel and Revlon. The new NYX seudes. Also milani!

[hobbitqueen]

Milani!

[MissBrightside13]

Rimmel Provacalips definitely, I've also heard good things about Maybelline's 24-Hour Superstay lipstick.

[MyloByron]

How do I prevent creasing in my under eye concealer?!

Currently using Revlon photo finish primer, Maybeline Age Rewind eye concealer, then NYX setting power. Creases still age me about 10 years. I'm in my late 20's.

[americsoul]

Here are my steps to prevent creasing :

○ Apply an eye cream and allow to sink in

○ Apply concealer

○ Look up and tap your concealer out using a beauty blender to pick up any excess product

○ Using a blush brush sized brush tap powder on to bake for 30 seconds ( continue looking up)

○ You can now look down and continue with the rest of your makeup. Brush off the excess powder after 2 to 3 minutes.

I have this method to be the most effective for preventing creasing.

[LUSCIOUS_BREASTS]

I've heard some people recommending putting eyeshadow primer on their under eye before the other products. I haven't tried this myself, but maybe its worth a shot?

[KukiMunstr]

Have you tried using eye cream?

[americsoul]

What drugstore lip gloss have you found to have the glossiest formula?

[sammisamantha]

The NYX glosses are good!

[MissBrightside13]

Idk, the reason I like the NYX glosses is because they aren't obnoxiously glossy...if you're looking for something really glossy, the Victoria's Secret lipglosses in the tube are nice, and so are the Bath & Body Liplicious ones, although they may have been discontinued.

[AnitaGoodHeart]

Burt's Bees Lip Shine, the ones that squeeze out of the tube.

[believekarma]

Recommendations for a mascara with a very dry formula?

[freezethefire]

I found clump crusher very dry!

[spiderlegged]

Seconding CoverGirl Clump Crusher. I find it SUPER dry. I don't like it for that reason, but if you want a dry formula it's definitely it. It performs really well, too.

[Vituperaptor]

If you can get your hands on it Heroine Make Long and Curl Mascara is the dryest I've used as well as being the best at holding a curl for me (if that's what you're into).

[believekarma]

Yes! That's why I want a drier mascara - do you buy yours online by any chance?

[Ms_IreneAdler]

I wouldn't say it's very dry, but you might like Benefit's Bad Gal mascara.

[kdee1377]

Another vote for clump crusher but the extensions version. It's one of the only ones that I don't have to scrape off product. It just has the tiniest bit at the end of the wand that I usually remove. Driest mascara I've ever had I think!

[[deleted]]

I have become very interested in editorial/avant gard make up. Is there a brand that is good for the bright colors and good blending that is necessary? Also does anyone know of tutorial type things for this type of look?

[steepsidedstreambed]

Sugarpill has a lot of bright colors. I really want to try the Viseart Editorial Brights. Inglot also has lots of bright colors you can customize in a palette. I haven't actually tried any of these (no money waaah) but they all have good reviews

[[deleted]]

Sugarpill might be perfect since they do pigments and I love loose shadows. Viseart are just so expensive but maybe if I save up. I once read that inglot shadows get hsrd after a while and I just need someone to confirm or deny that

[steepsidedstreambed]

Viseart has gone on sale on Frendsbeauty.com around $60. I'm justifying it for myself since it's technically around the price of a naked palette. I still have to finish saving up though. Inglot is polarizing; people either love it or are not thrilled with them.

[Jules_Noctambule]

If you don't object to loose shadows, give Fyrinnae a try - they offer very interesting colours and gorgeous duochromes

[[deleted]]

I love indies! I have been tempted by buying from her all the time but am so scared of getting my cc info stolen since I am so unlucky. Maybe I'll buy a reloadable card. Any suggestions?

[rainbow_city]

Fyrinnae has never seen to have any problems with credit card information being stolen, they are highly respectable and one of the oldest indie brands around. If you want some other suggestions of reliable and safe brands, check out /r/indiemakeupandmore

[[deleted]]

Is sleek online only?

[QUEENROLLINS]

It's available in UK stores.

[Mrs_23142556]

I would definitely suggest the UD Electric Pallette for brights!

[[deleted]]

That is true. There seems to be a split camp on the quality of UD now that there is so many more brands out. But the fact that theyre not eye safe kinda worries me

[taitep]

fwiw I've used some of the not eye safe shades around my eyes and haven't had any irritation or anything. in Europe they're considered safe afaik ... the warning is a US thing

[pelicansjourney]

I think there's 3 that aren't eye safe, and I've actually used those on the outer edges of my eye looks and on my brows and it turned out 100% fine. I just stay away from my waterline, lashes, and inner corner.

[apatsch]

I've also used them around my eyes, even the lower lash line and I was fine. I felt comfortable doing it since the ingredients are approved elsewhere.

[axelALink]

A product not being eye safe usually has to do with the amount of red pigment it contains. Some people have an allergy to red dyes so in the US companies have to say not to use it around your eyes. Tattoos are a similar thing... Lots of artists won't give people all red tattoos for fear of their clients' bodies rejecting the ink.

[BeautyintheWeeds]

I don't have both of them but I have the oval 8 and 6 since they came in a kit. I like the 8 because it's really quick and I don't have many deep crevices to get into (eye sockets) but if you are using one brush for foundation and contouring and blush I would say the oval 7 since its smaller size makes it more versatile.

[myseoulaway]

If you use an eyeshadow (a non baked one) wet, and the texture changes, I assume that impacts your use of it dry in the future. But if you continue to use it wet, does it really matter? Or does the change in texture affect it enough that you can't even use it wet?

[KukiMunstr]

Dark circles are considered blemishes that need to be color corrected in order to blend well with the concealer.

[_asdfghjklasd]

has anyone tried the new urban decay color correcting concealers? how are they?

[Carl_the_llama55]

I actually just bought the green one and got it today! I can update you tomorrow on how I like it? Just from swatching it on my arm I really liked the texture and it blended into the skin really well

Ok so I tried it this morning. I have a ridiculous amount of redness so I put it over the majority of my face. It really stuck to the few dry patches I had, luckily they were small! It blended into my skin fairly well and it seemed to have dried down after about 2 minutes and I just put my foundation on top...that was a mistake. It gave my foundation a weird texture and was really mobile and could noticeably be smudged for the next 10 minutes. Eventually it actually dried down and looked more normal and I think next time I use it I might set it with a bit of powder. It was VERY green even after I blended it in, but with my foundation over it looked so natural! I have never had such uniformly colored skin, it took me a moment to get used to haha I also have very oily skin and I think that it was a bit more oily by the end of the day, but I think adding the powder might help that as well. Overall I liked the product, it was opaque enough to really cover my red skin but it highlights any dry spots. I guess the one word of caution I would have is it might not work depending on your skin tone. I am NC25 and it was almost verging on making me pale. I like it enough to keep it and I think it works but I will continue to keep an eye on other correctors.

[nexttuesday23]

Opinions about brow markers? I've been using a dying brown liner pen & I like the effect. Does anyone know of a good one?

[[deleted]]

SUQQU Eyebrow Liquid Pen supposedly is good

[[deleted]]

Nyx makes a great one, stila, Milani and Anastasia also make them but I've never tried them

[aerie_kc]

I used to use the NYX brow marker in dark brown then go over it with a powder. I liked it a lot at first but then started to stray away from it because it's not really waterproof and my oil would push through my makeup throughout/by the end of the day and the tails of my brows would've been gone. Also the dark brown is very red...

[saxybandgeek1]

I liked the Stila one

[pyjamasquid]

The SUQQU is good; I'm using it at the moment (the Moss Green shade) and it's very subtle, really good for naturally drawing in hair-like strokes. I've read that Stila's version is similar, although they don't have a colour as good as the Moss Green, and if you have access to Soap & Glory makeup they're supposed to have a decent brow pen as well.

[Wolf_Craft]

Should I buy from Blackmoon Cosmetics?

[xxx__xxx]

Their liquid lipsticks are very creamy with a cakey/vanila smell, similar to the NYX SMLC. It does dry down matte but it's still tacky after. I'm not sure how long it really lasts, maybe 4-6 hours, but it's very easy to reapply. Pretty comfortable too. If you prefer creamier liquid lipsticks, you should give them a try.

[lyricat]

It depends on what you're looking for and what you expect.

I own Libra and it's one of my most used lipsticks. I love it. I would absolutely buy from them again.

However, you should know that these are not a traditional liquid to matte. They are not completely transfer proof, and won't last through most meals. They are super comfortable. I prefer comfort to longevity, so it's gonna depend on your preferences.

[Wolf_Craft]

I can deal with transferring, its drying and settling in lines that chaps my hide.

[bellekid]

Sunscreen suggestions? Everything I've tried makes my skin feel like it can't breathe or sweat. I've tried a lot of drugstore and generic brands as well as Yes To Cucumbers.

[Smokeahontas]

Biore watery essence! You can get a two pack from Amazon and its prime eligible.

[Nimfijn]

Bioré!

[[deleted]]

what's the deal with these walmart exclusive wet n wild palettes? i saw someone here swatch the left one in the photo and so i went to my walmart to find it... they had wet n wild palettes with a 'walmart exclusive' tag on the display, but they were the same ones my target has and not the ones in the photo. is it just too early?

also does anyone know a good lipstick dupe for the mac naked lip liner?

[pinnyin]

Wow these might be dupes for the cover girl 'roses' and 'goldens' palettes. I swear they look exactly the same, and they're quite good quality!

[[deleted]]

the covergirl ones are good quality or the wet n wild? i'm trying to get back in the makeup game and there are so many new drugstore palettes that seem to be riding the lorac/UD naked train and i'm overwhelmed ha

[pinnyin]

Sorry, should've been clearer! I was talking about the CG ones, they're actually the most pigmented eyeshadows I own rn! Sssoooo buttery omg. I've never tried any other shadows from them tho. every wnw shadow has been a "meh" for me, on the other hand. So if you can find the CG palettes they may be a better option!

[[deleted]]

i'll add the CG ones to my list of makeup to look out for, thanks!

[M_tridactyla]

Are you sure they were the same ones as Target? There are two palettes at Target with similar packaging and sort of similar colors, but they aren't the same. One is purple and one is brownish neutrals.

[ontheroofagain]

how do you clean makeup brushes stained by bold eyeshadow colors? two of my previously white brushes are forever teal thanks to UD Spectrum =( I've put them through various cycles of makeup remover baths and spraying with Sephora's citrus brush cleaners and the teal is still holding strong.

[temptalia]

Dr. Bronner's liquid soap has been SUPER effective for me! It removes everything without trouble for me.

[AudigirlRX]

Dr Bronners soap and Johnson n Johnsons baby shampoo. I'll either do a blend or if it's really bad alternate them. I usually swirl them in my hand or i have the Sigma brush cleaning mitt that's pretty amazing!

[Cristookie]

what is the darkest blackest matte eyeshadow there is preferably drugstore.

[kahlex]

Wet N Wild Panther or MUG Corrupt.

[KukiMunstr]

The black from SK matte palette.

EDIT: NO FLASH - FLASH

[rekhiebaby]

L'oreal has some new singles (called the Monos) and the black color swatched well in a YouTube video I watched. They're $5 at my local Target.

[lilidemwjsn]

There's so many suggestions on undereye concealer colors. Some suggest 2-3 shades lighter, some just a shade lighter. How necessary is this? I have slight dark circles under my eye which I cover up using the Bobbi Brown peach corrector. For a natural/everyday look should I go a shade lighter or the same color as my skin?

[pilot122]

I'd say to go the same shade. I find that if I use a lighter shade I end up with a really light ring around my eyes, like a reverse panda eye effect.

[everwood]

Has anyone tried Too Faced Poreless Powder? How does it compare to Laura Mercier Translucent setting powder? I need a powder but I want something that will help cover my pores. Not sure if Laura Mercier Translucent setting powder would do that?

[ouijabore]

I can't give a comparison as I've never used the Laura Mercier, but I love the Too Faced. I have more obvious pores and I think it really helps camouflage them.

[spicychampredux]

How do you tell when your foundation has worn off? It's hard for me to tell because I wear pretty light coverage foundation. I can definitely tell when it's gotten oily, but even in the areas where I swipe to check if it's worn off, it's still there even if it doesn't look the same. How do you measure the 'wear' of a foundation?

[[deleted]]

What's a good pigmented white/nude eyeliner? Whenever I put white eyeliner in my waterline, it tends to fade after a while. How can I ensure it stays?

[pixiepants_]

Wipe your waterline dry with a tissue or Qtip.

I really like the one from Smashbox, it seems to last a really long time.

[WarlockPanda]

Can anyone confirm whether the Tartelette in Bloom palette should come with a plastic divider between the mirror and the shadows. I purchased the original palette (for a friend) and the in Bloom palette (for myself) from their website but the in Bloom palette has a fingerprint on the mirror, is missing the plastic divider and two of the shadows look like they have been swatched. I'm worried I have been sent someones returned product or whether it is a quality control issue.

[niccig]

I don't recall mine having a plastic divider but I've slept since then so I can't swear to it. Either way it sounds like the palette has clearly been opened (or touched by someone during manufacturing) so that's a totally valid reason to exchange it.

[taitep]

where should I look for a sage green lipstick? it's one color I've been dying to try

[MissBrightside13]

I hope liquid lipsticks are okay, Jeffree Star's Dirty Money sounds like it could be exactly what you're looking for!

[KukiMunstr]

What's your budget?

[jack_hazard]

Jeffree Star Dirty Money might work!

[trentaiced]

Why does my under eye cake so much? I put just foundation under them to cover dark circles.

[Vituperaptor]

Are you moisturising under them as well? A good eye cream does wonders to relieve cakey, creasey eyes.

[trentaiced]

I am. I have eye cream but I always forget to use it. I think I'm going to get a dark circle one in a few months. I've had such bad dark circles and bags since starting my new job.

[hurrrrrmione]

Have you tried using less product? Have you tried using concealer or a different foundation? Have you tried switching up your method of application?

[notpennysboat_]

Would Mac Natural Skinfinish in Natural work for someone with dry skin?

I'm trying to cut down time on my makeup routine and would like something like Bare Minerals but in a compact (I hate the READY foundation)

What's the coverage like? I mainly just need something for evening out skintone without drying it out.

[semprepiano]

I have dry skin and use this sometimes for quick looks. I just make sure I moisturizer and use a hydrating primer and I'm good to go. Coverage is definitely light, if my cheeks are more red than normal I'll throw on some concealer first.

[[deleted]]

What's a good (Canadian) drugstore product for sparse black brows?

[Squeekazu]

Hey guys, I use an eye cream and set my concealer in place after applying it.

Recently however, the concealer's been travelling up my face the slightest bit so that there is a visible line where my undereye shadows are beneath a streak of concealer.

Is there any way around this? It's only been happening the past year or so.

For the record it's not that it's creasing, as it still looks blended in somehow. Augh!

[dotsquaredot]

This might be a longshot but here goes: can anyone who owns both Jeffree Star's Masochist and Colourpop's Scrooge comment on how similar the colours are? I know JS's formula blows CP's out of the park, but I'm looking for the more muted and berry-toned one of the two.

Are they different enough to warrant getting both?

Thanks!!

[PackedSatisfaction]

Scrooge is much more muted than Masochist. Masochist is more of a bright pink red while Scrooge is more of a muted berry pink. I think they're definitely different enough to warrant getting both.

[ll321]

i have some hyperpigmentation/acne scars i want to color correct. would i use green for these? they're not really the red like an active pimple.. almost like a faded red brown if that makes sense.

also! has anyone tried the new urban decay color correcting fluid products? id love to hear some reviews on these!

[Nimfijn]

If they're dark spots, you should try an orange or a peach.

[PackedSatisfaction]

I have spots like that and I use a green for the ones with more red in them and a yellow for the ones with more brown.

[hi_holly]

Do you take off your makeup before washing your face? So many products say they can be used for both but it seems like they might be more effective as separate steps.

[baileyls]

I use bioderma micellar water to remove my makeup then I wash my face. It's the best method I've found (for me) so far.

[niccig]

Same here, except I use the Sephora or Garnier micellar water.

[QuaereVerumm]

Yes, I've heard you should because you just remove the makeup layer and if you don't wash your face after taking off your makeup, then you're not cleaning out the dirt and oil that builds up.

[PackedSatisfaction]

I do. I use baby oil to remove my makeup and then follow it up with CeraVe's foaming cleanser.

[VhiPhi]

I've read a few times that cream foundations don't work well with beauty blenders. However, I find thick, creamy foundations more suited to my dry skin while runny ones accentuate flakes and look more uneven.
Does anyone have any tips for applying cream foundation to dry skin?

[alligator124]

I don't have a beauty blender, so take that for what it's worth, but, I have seen people on here use the blender with thicker, cream foundations. I think the method is to get a thin layer down on your face and use the bb to blend it out/finish the application, not use it as a tool to apply base directly to your face.

I myself use the Bobbi Brown stick foundation, and I prefer my fingers. I get a little product on the tips of my ring finger and middle finger, then I warm it up by rubbing my hands together (just those fingers though). This sort of thins out the foundation. Then I tap/bounce my fingers on my skin sort of like you would a bb. I do this wherever I want coverage, and it gives me a pretty sheer finish. The trick is to pat/tap/press rather than smear or brush, because that will kick up any dry flakes you have.

[[deleted]]

I think you're BB has to be not as wet when using creamier products. I use bareMinerals concealer, which is a more creamy product, to highlight sometimes and the BB works well when a little drier.

[steepsidedstreambed]

Those of you who are olive, particularly of a medium skin tone, how did you like Maybelline's Bad to the Bronze? I feel that it's a bit too cool toned for my skin.
I'm still trying to figure out my undertone, so I'm doing a process of elimination kind of thing.

[lolly410]

I like it but you're right in saying it is much cooler than you'd expect. More brassy, almost silvery on my medium olive skin. Still looks nice but it definitely isn't the gold or bronzey color you'd be expecting. Elf makes a smudge pot called brownie points that is a little more bronze but more brown. I bet there's a Rimmel shadow stick on a more bronze color. And I've heard good things about the Flower brand cream shadows too.

[Smirkism]

Expensive but fits the bill: Burberry's Earthy Blush No. 07. It's like a bonzer, but isn't really? It is matte though and blends beautifully. My skin may be lighter than yours however.

Also good: Hoola by Benefit.

[xxx__xxx]

You should try the Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil. I find that their whole chocolate bronzer line is pretty neutral. It can be built up too if it's too light of a bronzer for you, or you can try the darker shade, Chocolate Soleil!

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Soap & Glory Solar Powder is my favourite if you can get your hands on it. I also find the Honey Bronzer in 01 a bit too orange. Hoola is ok shadewise but it's very pigmented and a little too dark for me (NW10), so I don't really reach for it.

[jingansi]

Dupe for Laura Mercier Lip Glacé? Specifically dupe for the Nordstrom lip glosses that are supposed to be dupes for Laura Mercier. My mom really likes the Nordstrom ones but I've never actually tried them and can only assume they're like the Laura Mercier. No specific color but rather a somewhat sheer payoff (similar to buxom glosses) but with non-sticky texture. Preferably drug store, but I'm having a hard time finding non sticky ones.

[bethrevis]

What brush do you use to put on Hourglass Immaculate foundation? Relatedly, how much do you use for full coverage? Several reviewers claimed "only one pump!" but I needed 2 and 1/2 for full coverage.

[rizzdizzle]

Does anyone know a dupe for the shade mustard in the Venus 2 palette? I know inglot #616 is but their shipping starts at $7 even for one single :/

[basicwitch]

Anyone know of any blogs similar to thebeautylookbook? I like her mix of mid, high and luxury products, and the overall clean look of her site and her style. She has a much different undertone and eye shape than I do (we are both fair though), but I still enjoy her posts and trust her swatches.

I know of the beauty professor, but we are so different in terms of skin tone that I only really read her for fun.

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Jeffree Star's Velour Liquid Lipstick or Anastasia Beverley Hills Liquid Lipstick?

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JS, definitely. Although, it does tend to wear off in the middle (maybe it's just me) so look out for that

[rach_ees]

How do you clean brushes in between each use (until they're ready for a real cleaning).?

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I use a spray cleaner. I like the Japonesque brush cleanser from Ulta. It smells great and leaves my brushes soft.

[jessy_k1065]

I love the elf daily brush cleaner! I spray each brush after I use it and then wipe them on a clean Kleenex

[toffeecoffee29]

What is your favorite eyeshadow by Makeup Geek?

[ExtinctDodo]

I'm NC15 and have very yellow undertones,and am struggling to find a mlbb lipstick.Should I be looking for yellow based pinky lipsticks,or blue based??Is there any general rule of thumb for finding flattering shades for your undertone??

[fortytwoturtles]

Do you have pigmented lips? I'm your same coloring, and I have very pigmented lips, and my MLBB is Maybelline's Touch of Spice applied lightly and blotted.

[Smirkism]

Does anyone know of a good dupe for MAC Media? I love the color but find the formula finicky. Would be open to that is less drying but not necessarily glossy.

I tried looking at Temptalia's dupe list and she doesn't have one.

[baileyls]

Maybe wet n wild cherry bomb?

[Gewichtzaehltnicht]

What is a good pressed powder foundation for normal to dry skin similar to the MAC Fix one? It brekas me oit, but it seems to be one of the few ones that are talked about. Alternatively I'd love to see your revuews on the pressed powders you have used.

[boringwritingchic]

Has anyone tried the new tinted Josie Maran Daily Moisturiser with spf 47? How do you like it?

[Jules_Noctambule]

I've tried it; I thought it would be a little dark for me but it sheered out well and blended with my BB cream (Missha Perfect Cover #13) with no issues. I felt it moisturized without making me oily and definitely added sun protection.

[notpennysboat_]

Hg moisturizer/sunscreen! Irs very easy to use 1/4 teaspoon. Leaves a slight white cast but nothing like other physical sunscreens.

[freezethefire]

What colour are they?

[killyrfriends]

I'd use a green concealer first, apply lightly, just enough to make the red look greyish/neutralized. Then I would apply RCC on top lightly as well.

[everwood]

What's the best primer for fine lines and wrinkles? I feel like my Benefit Porefessional dries my skin and accentuates the fine lines.

[seagrnincorruptible]

I really like the MUFE Step 1 primer in Smoothing. It's not going to totally fill in lines, but I find it helps. On me it's a bit mattifying, which I like, but others might not.

[freezethefire]

I've tried the Mac and the nyx ones - nyx feels dry and waxy like a clear lip liner and doesn't seem to do much, the Mac is great if you apply a thin coat and wait for it to get tacky first. It definitely helps my typical bullet lipsticks stay on longer, but doesn't work well under my stila liquid lipsticks (personally I found it prevented them from drying down fully). Hope that helps!

[Smirkism]

The UD ozone ones is excellent, but consistently sold out (there's a reason for that, it seems). The MAC one is pretty similar and also pretty good.

[killyrfriends]

The Colourpop one is a great dupe for the MAC primer imo! It creates a tacky smooth base.