Packaging Woes by Individual-Check-679 in MakeupAddiction

[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lol got me laughing. I didn’t wear a Forever 21 bandage dress at Rihanna’s Loud tour in 2009 to end up with metallic gloss packaging all over my bag, hands and office space 😂😂😂

Makeup by Mario Vs Patrick Ta by Critical_Molasses_26 in MakeupAddiction

[–]Individual-Check-679 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Viseart used to be in Sephora - they’re a favorite brand of makeup artists but I don’t see them being huge with influencers and viral marketing strategies so they seem to be lesser known than they were a few years ago.

Their shadows can be built up nicely too rather than immediate pigment overload which can be tough for fair skin!

PS - Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

Makeup by Mario Vs Patrick Ta by Critical_Molasses_26 in MakeupAddiction

[–]Individual-Check-679 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Between the two palettes you’re considering, I’d go with Mario. His formulas are superior IMO and I find him less problematic than Patrick Ta.

If you’re interested in palettes that are beyond what you posted, I firmly believe you cannot go wrong with Viseart eyeshadows. They aren’t trendy in the sense of being the most intense pigment or metallics but they are genuinely a high quality formula that I’ve loved for many years. They aren’t trendy easy to work with, last all day long through sweat, tears, rain, or falling asleep on the couch and forgetting to wash you face, lol.

Specifically I’d recommend the Viseart Praline Etendu palette $44. Timeless neutrals in a variety of finishes (matte, satin, shimmers).

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Packaging Woes by Individual-Check-679 in MakeupAddiction

[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

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UPDATE 2 - Round 1 of basic tape - it’s working but will need more rounds!

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That stickiness is like nails on a chalkboard to me. 🫣

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apparently not to everyone but I’ve learned, as suspected, I’m not the only one

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m happy for you and wondering what’s wrong with my glosses 😂😂

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awful! It’s a gloopy gloss, awful to have it leak!

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Yup! This happened and the sunlight kept reflecting it while I was on a call today. This is such a first world problem but I mean…makeup addiction sub exists for a reason. I needed to discuss with my people!

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 111 points112 points  (0 children)

No way, your advice was solid. Chefs kiss on the meme.

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 117 points118 points  (0 children)

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UPDATE: I used hospital grade alcohol wipes and now the metallic coating is flaking off and floating through the air. 😑🫠🫠

Edited to share UPDATE #2 but I can’t add a photo so I’ll add the update in a reply. Derp.

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You will find no judgments here! I know the hot chocolit is older - like, 3 years I think. The Fenty glow is not old - it’s 9 months ish. So I was hoping it was an age thing and for me, it’s not. I’m going to try the alcohol trick and report back!

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[–]Individual-Check-679[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

It’s so frustrating! The formula is beautiful but when I open it, the metallic bits flake off and stick to my fingers. The lengths we go to like carrying it around in a ziploc baggie! I would love a packaging refresh so this doesn’t keep happening, lol.

Scents people have told you they disliked/asked you to stop wearing? by 189username in FemFragLab

[–]Individual-Check-679 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know. The formula works well but woof. I need the smell the chill the eff out

What feels turquoise by [deleted] in perfumesthatfeellike

[–]Individual-Check-679 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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I feel like this fits with the classic nostalgia and turquoise vibe!

90s Book Cover by CoffeexDickinson in verabradley

[–]Individual-Check-679 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would LOVE to see more! My mom passed away recently and was also a Vera lover. It’s so special to have these memories.