I do have BGGG, and it gives me a nice cinnamon glow - not quite as bright, but you reminding me of that makes me feel a bit less skipper's remorse. I need to break out Hidden Treasure AND Worldy Wealth blushes soon.
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Medgal07
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I went grey and burgundy today because our Japanese Maples have turned a rich burgundy and are absolutely beautiful. I used the MAC All Woman quad for my eyes, Lavish Living blush and
Chanel L’ Impatienté (Matte Deep Plum) with Chanel Rouge Noir (Burgundy)Le Crayon Lèvres Precision Lip Definer. I shopped my huge stash of MSFs to use something that I haven't reached for in a while and decided on Pearl.
Chanel L’ Impatienté (Matte Deep Plum) with Chanel Rouge Noir (Burgundy)Le Crayon Lèvres Precision Lip Definer. I shopped my huge stash of MSFs to use something that I haven't reached for in a while and decided on Pearl.
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aradhana
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same!You said it!
Did you mix the Strobe with your foundation? And no way you used MSFN Deep. Too dark, right?
i just put the strobe on first. and it turns out its sheer radiant tinted moisturiser...NOT sheer glow.
oh and you are right, it was not deep, it's dark. to be honest, i'm always confused by the mineralize skinfinish shade names. i can never figure out what shades i wear unless i look at the back of the compact.
apologies, i'm not sure what i was smoking when i wrote that last post.
Quote: Originally Posted by sagehen
I do have BGGG, and it gives me a nice cinnamon glow - not quite as bright, but you reminding me of that makes me feel a bit less skipper's remorse.
I need to break out Hidden Treasure AND Worldy Wealth blushes soon.
i missed BGGG, but i have eternal sun, coppertone and gingerly, so i feel like somehow i'm okay...at least this is what i tell myself
Medgal07
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Thanks Aradhana-----Beautiful color combo! I passed on BGGG initially and had an awful case of SR. I later lucked out and found both BGGG & Diamond. That said,k...i'll try it out again...
i essentially mixed them together by overlaying the two products. i can't recall if i put the blacktrack first or the deliciously rich...i know i've done both ways on different days. it's sparkly, but i had no problem wearing it during the day, so i feel like the blending downplayed the glitter factor.
sorry about that. when i was typing up the look i thought i should write the shade descriptions, but i couldn't decide what colour the blush was...so i wrote none of them!
anyway, here they are:
laid creme blush described by illamasqua as 'bright rose pink'
aurora gleam creme: 'champagne'
mac divine decadence: copper toned bronze
mac beluga: charcoal brown with green sparkle
i just put the strobe on first. and it turns out its sheer radiant tinted moisturiser...NOT sheer glow.
oh and you are right, it was not deep, it's dark. to be honest, i'm always confused by the mineralize skinfinish shade names. i can never figure out what shades i wear unless i look at the back of the compact. I cheat...I have labels on everything because who can read that small print anyway, and over time it fades and can't be read.
apologies, i'm not sure what i was smoking when i wrote that last post.
same!
i missed BGGG, but i have eternal sun, coppertone and gingerly, so i feel like somehow i'm okay...at least this is what i tell myself
Eternal Sun & Gingerly can both hold a candle to BGGG. They're all lovely.
Medgal07
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Awesome Aradhana. Daydreaming is pretty but my way too large blush collection already has a few similar to it. I'm trying hard to
buy shades that I don't have but it's hard when you're swimming in a pool with a bunch of enablers
Medgal07
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What???? That's crazy. Are they having site problems? If so I'll avoid it. I had just logged on to Sephora to "window Shop" *wink wink*
Yes, a lot of people in the US are reporting having problems. Hey - I have it good, I was only charges once. Some people have been charged 3 and 4 times for one order that was never completed. I am calling Sephora's customer service to have them release it. If they won't, my bank is good about taking care of this stuff. I am going to run to the store at lunch to get what I want - I don't have the patience for online. People are still reporting problems 10-plus hours into the sale. No good. So, what's in your "window shopping" cart? OK, staying on topic: FACE: Revlon Colorstay Whipped, Caramel MAC Studio Select (?) concealer, nc45 silica powder to set MAC Select Sheer Pressed Powder, NW43 Iman blush, Peace, for light contour under cheekbones top right blush in NYX Butt Naked: Turn the Other Cheek Palette (I will never type that again) (shimmery pink) I tried a highlighter today from the same palette - lightly applied to high planesof face - it doesn't suck. I will pull out my MSF's again soon EYES: e.l.f. eye primer, natural top left e/s shade (shimmery, warm lilac) in SK Jewel of an Eye palette on lid Warm taupe (2nd row, 1st shadow) in NYX BN: TTOC palette in crease Jordana Brow powder, Brunette e.l.f. liquid liner, top lashes, midnight (navy blue) Maybelline One on One mascara, very black lips: MAC Vino lip pencil NYX Soft Matte Lip Creme, Monte Carlo
Medgal07
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I guess the issues could be due to increased traffic because of the VIB sale. I looked and looked to try to talk myself into something and that's just ridiculous. If I had a wish list of items it would be one thing, but I don't. I could upgrade my Clarisonic but there's nothing wrong with the one that I have. The only thing that nearly made me pull the trigger was the NARS Light Reflecting powder, loose version. I reach for it a lot and it's almost all gone. I have the compact version of it and I should use that first, in addition to the numerous other powders that I have. So, I'm thinking of getting nothing. It's like with grocery store coupons...you don't need or use an item but you buy it for the perceived savings. You didn't save because you got something that you didn't want to begin with.
I sound all practical and revolved right?
Well, I just spent an obscene amount of money on a snow suit with matching harness, leash & hair bow for my puppy, Abby. A friend of mine who has Abby's sister and I are meeting at a winery (they said we could bring the pups) on Monday and it's supposed to be chilly. Abby needs to be warm and stylish doesn't she?
I sound all practical and revolved right?
Well, I just spent an obscene amount of money on a snow suit with matching harness, leash & hair bow for my puppy, Abby. A friend of mine who has Abby's sister and I are meeting at a winery (they said we could bring the pups) on Monday and it's supposed to be chilly. Abby needs to be warm and stylish doesn't she?
Medgal07
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I find both iterations of the powder easy to apply. I think the issue with the compact is that one's makeup can stain it, if you're not VERY careful, and you need a good brush to pick up the powder with the compact version. I purchased the Hourglass brush to use with the compact..nice brush BTW.
ETA: typo
glammy girl
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Hey guys! Wow, I've been away way too long, missed out so much, gonna take me a while to catch up lol. Unfortunately I also missed out on wearing pink for October which kills me because we all know how important BCA is to us. Just had a ton going on this October, we moved into another apartment because we still waiting on our house to get completed, frustrating battle with contractors so we all know the moving and unpacking process sucks. Wore absolutely no makeup the whole month :shock: On top of all that, I needed a baby in my life lol so we adopted a kitten. Her name is Lana and she's a 7 week old Ragdoll. Keeps me on my toes Hopefully I can get back to the swing of things and to looking decent again lol. I did wear a full face of makeup today though, went to a birthday lunch, I missed my makeup terribly. Will post details below. Anyways, Medgal your baby is adorable, can't wait to see the matching pjs pic Hope everyone is also doing well and having a great Fall, we're in Spring here so dying of heat. Will go back and read everyone's looks posted for October Makeup Today 10 November 2013: Face Mac Prep & Prime Skin Base Mac Studio Fix Fluid NC35 Mac Prolongwear Concealer NC30 Mac Prep & Prime Translucent Loose Powder (to set undereye) Mac MSF Natural Medium Dark Mac Blush in Pinch O Peach Mac Blush in Pink Cult Benefit Hoola Bronzer Mac Fix Plus Eyes Mac Prolongwear Concealer (to prime) Stila Bliss e/s (crease) Mac Samoa Silk (crease) Sleek Storm palette Matte Light Brown (crease and outer v) Sleek Storm palette Matte Dark Brown (crease, outer v and lower lash line) Stila Bare e/s (inner corner & brow bone) Catrice Fancy a Coppa Tea e/s (all over lid) *love this e/s Mac Engraved eye kohl (waterline) Mac Blacktrack Fluidline (dramatic winged liner) Maybelline Colossal Volume Express Mascara *no eye look of mine is complete without my Sleek Storm palette Lips Mac Oak lipliner Mac Angel l/s Mac Blankety l/s Mac Underage l/g
so we all know the moving and unpacking process sucks. Wore absolutely no makeup the whole month :shock: On top of all that, I needed a baby in my life lol so we adopted a kitten. Her name is Lana and she's a 7 week old Ragdoll. Keeps me on my toes Hopefully I can get back to the swing of things and to looking decent again lol. I did wear a full face of makeup today though, went to a birthday lunch, I missed my makeup terribly. Will post details below. Anyways, Medgal your baby is adorable, can't wait to see the matching pjs pic Hope everyone is also doing well and having a great Fall, we're in Spring here so dying of heat. Will go back and read everyone's looks posted for October Makeup Today 10 November 2013: Face Mac Prep & Prime Skin Base Mac Studio Fix Fluid NC35 Mac Prolongwear Concealer NC30 Mac Prep & Prime Translucent Loose Powder (to set undereye) Mac MSF Natural Medium Dark Mac Blush in Pinch O Peach Mac Blush in Pink Cult Benefit Hoola Bronzer Mac Fix Plus Eyes Mac Prolongwear Concealer (to prime) Stila Bliss e/s (crease) Mac Samoa Silk (crease) Sleek Storm palette Matte Light Brown (crease and outer v) Sleek Storm palette Matte Dark Brown (crease, outer v and lower lash line) Stila Bare e/s (inner corner & brow bone) Catrice Fancy a Coppa Tea e/s (all over lid) *love this e/s Mac Engraved eye kohl (waterline) Mac Blacktrack Fluidline (dramatic winged liner) Maybelline Colossal Volume Express Mascara *no eye look of mine is complete without my Sleek Storm palette Lips Mac Oak lipliner Mac Angel l/s Mac Blankety l/s Mac Underage l/g
BeautyByLele
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I just went ahead and placed an order for the Nars blush in Couer Battant (because of ya'll) and the Sephora Pro brush #56
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I debated with that one or the 55 but later I will go back and pick up the 55. Did you get anything from the VIB sale? Did you make a decision on the nars foundation?
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My favorite brush is #57. I was going to buy #56, but I couldn't remember what for. What are y'all using it for? Foundation? I have #55 and it's so soft, but it seems too flexible/bendy for liquids. I haven't used it for months b/c it's just not quite right for what I need/want. I prefer larger, fluffier or kabuki brushes to powder whole face and it's a little large for blush for my face. I've had it packed up for 2 months now. As I'm typing though I'm thinking maybe I need to retry it for blush as it's too nice to go unused.
Liking those lips, glammy.
Liking those lips, glammy.
