Theme Makeup with a Purpose

[sagehen]

sagehen
that sounds really nice and springy indeed!

unfortunately the weather in my area is also not very springy....we got 10" of snow dumped on us the other day, so though we have sunshine, it feels very much like the dead of winter! i've been sticking to my winter looks for the moment....can't wait till we get some warm weather!

i recently picked up sin blush from nars, which i'm really enjoying. it was on my wishlist for a very long time, so i'm glad i finally got it!

Thank you ladies - I am trying another look tonight - I soo want to wear Sephora Picnic in the Park. It is a green shimmer that is calling my name.

OAN, do any of you ladies of a certain age find that as you get older you start to shy away from glitter and go with shimmer instead? I am not sure why but I just don't want to spend time on my makeup removing glitter lol. This I know.

 

[Prettypackages]

what is OAN, on another note?

I never got into glitter. I know Lilinah is older and love glitter.

 

[sagehen]

I never got into glitter. I know Lilinah is older and love glitter.

@ the bolded - yep!

 

[luvlydee]

I did a youtube video recreating iggy azaleas looks in her recent video but i found it was also great for spring ....


eyes:
mac soft brown eyeshadow
mac aqua eyeshadow
milani eye tech liquid eyeliner
urban decay blackout eyeshadow
benefit they're real mascara
l'oreal voluminous fasle fiber lashes

lips:
mac stripdown lip liner
mac russian red

face:
anastasia brow wiz- medium ash
make up for ever hd foundation - 173
nars radiant creamy concealer - biscuit
mac gingerly blush + mac soft meow blush

 

[Prettypackages]

L'oreal makes false lashes? Or is that a mascara?

Sounds very pretty.

 

[aradhana]

Glitter...ya, I only really go for it for very special events-like new year or something. And then it's more for the eyes than lips/ cheeks. Even glitter nailpolish is a bit iffy for me. Especially since it's a pain to remove! Inconsistent of me, but I occasionally like the chunky, varying size glitter polishes - as long as they're in a tasteful colour palette!

 

[sagehen]

OK, I had a good green eye look today:

Face:
MAC C7/N7 F&B mix
NYX Translucent Dark Loose Powder
Ben Nye Extra Dark Cream Shadow for contour
La Femme Orange Blush

Eyes:
Maybelline Color Tattoo in Ready, Set Green
La Femme Ultra Pearl e/s in Emerald on lid
La Femme Dark Brown e/s in crease
LaFemme Ultra Pearl Shadow in Black Pearl in outer crease
MAC Brown Down to fill in brows
Mac Fluidline in Blacktrack on upper and lower lash line

Lips:
Maybelline Vivid Lipcolor in Vibrant Mandarin

 

[aradhana]

OK, I had a good green eye look today:

Face:
MAC C7/N7 F&B mix
NYX Translucent Dark Loose Powder
Ben Nye Extra Dark Cream Shadow for contour
La Femme Orange Blush

Eyes:
Maybelline Color Tattoo in Ready, Set Green
La Femme Ultra Pearl e/s in Emerald on lid
La Femme Dark Brown e/s in crease
LaFemme Ultra Pearl Shadow in Black Pearl in outer crease
MAC Brown Down to fill in brows
Mac Fluidline in Blacktrack on upper and lower lash line

Lips:
Maybelline Vivid Lipcolor in Vibrant Mandarin

sounds pretty! i like how you've combined it with the orange lips and blush - it must have looked great!
btw, where do you guys buy ben nye products? i'm interested in trying their banana powder, but haven't a clue where to get it from!

 

[luvlydee]

L'oreal makes false lashes? Or is that a mascara?

Sounds very pretty.

Oh yes the mascara lol sorry about that.

 

[sagehen]

sounds pretty! i like how you've combined it with the orange lips and blush - it must have looked great!
btw, where do you guys buy ben nye products? i'm interested in trying their banana powder, but haven't a clue where to get it from!

I buy mine from a local pro beauty supply house, but it can be found online at places that sell pro or theater makeup like camerareadycosmetics.com. I am forever angry with whatever celebrity's MUA let that secret out; three price increases in a year and they no longer manufacture the large tub of banana powder. Websites hiking up the price even more (OK, done being crochety now).

Banana powder is nice; it's just a setting powder, but if you end up trying some Ben Nye, also look into his Mojave Luxury Powders, made just for WOC. And the Neutral Set. We are talking face still on like you just did it after a night on the town, WITH oil control (I am very oily, and this keeps me from having to blot for at least 5 hours).

ETA: I forgot my face for the day!

FACE: MAC F&B N7/C7 mix
NC50 loose powder
CoverGirl Queen Ebony Bronze on Cheeks

Eyes:
Maybelline Color Tattoo in Test My Teal
MAC Robin's Egg e/s on lid
MAC Shag in crease
MAC Blacktrack fluidline on upper lashline only
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara in blackest black

Lips:
clear gloss (I am having an allergy issue so my lips are splitting open. I just do my best to keep them moist)

 

[PrettyGirlDoc]

I agree, Pretty. There's like a different vibe. Maybe it's due to the restlessness of waiting for upcoming collections. The atmosphere seems more abrasive and not as welcoming. I always feel happy when I visit this thread and the Nail Polish thread. We dance a lot in the Polish thread.

Thank you MedGal and cartoon Chic. I appreciate the kind words. I will definitely be around more. I might just check out the Polish Thread one day. LOL

 

[kimibos]

Both powders are supposed to give the wearer a finish that enhances the appearance of the face with properties that reflect light. If you're considering any of them, I suggest Googling them to read reviews and watch videos because none of them are inexpensive. Most of all, it's probably best to swatch them in person and not do it sight unseen like I did. I think I was just lucky that I happened to pick one that works for me. The NARS powders are translucent and the Hourglass powders all have different tints & hues. The one that I opted on, 'Radiant Light,' has a lovely peach hue that really isn't captured in the pic that I provided. I don't see it per se on my face as a peachy powder, but my face has a very obvious glow, in a soft, subtle yet noticeable way. On me at least, the NARS loose powder give more of a matte finish.

i havent been here in ages but OMG you look amazing! beautiful

 

[Medgal07]

sounds pretty! i like how you've combined it with the orange lips and blush - it must have looked great!
btw, where do you guys buy ben nye products? i'm interested in trying their banana powder, but haven't a clue where to get it from!

Aradhana. You can purchase the Ben Nye Powder at Camera ready Cosmetics. Here's the link;

https://camerareadycosmetics.com

 

[Medgal07]

i havent been here in ages but OMG you look amazing! beautiful

Thank you Kimibos. I've been a bad girl too--haven't ventured off the nail polish thread for a while now. It's just so much fun!

 

[Medgal07]

Just a shout-out to our Glammy Girl.

If you happen by Glammy, we miss you, we're thinking of you and still praying that things work out. Much love and positive thoughts to you!!!

 

[kimibos]

Thank you Kimibos. I've been a bad girl too--haven't ventured off the nail polish thread for a while now. It's just so much fun!

the polish thread is total insanity lol

 

[aradhana]

Aradhana. You can purchase the Ben Nye Powder at Camera ready Cosmetics. Here's the link;

https://camerareadycosmetics.com

thanks medgal! sagehen also reccomended them and also makeup maniac, so i am going to peruse those websites a little. i guess i will probably need to find other items to purchase though to get my money's worth for shipping!

 

[Medgal07]

Total awesomeness, butvery bad for the wallet

thanks medgal! sagehen also reccomended them and also makeup maniac, so i am going to peruse those websites a little. i guess i will probably need to find other items to purchase though to get my money's worth for shipping!

 

[VampyCouture]

Just a shout-out to our Glammy Girl.

If you happen by Glammy, we miss you, we're thinking of you and still praying that things work out. Much love and positive thoughts to you!!!

Medgal, you're always so thoughtful!

I am also sending out some positive vibes your way Glammy Girl! Wishing you a speedy recovery

 

[sagehen]

In the spirit of Spring I am going to dig out my Bright Future e/s tomorrow. Does anyone have any lip suggestions?

In the meantime ,does anyone know how to empty the trash folder in my pm's?