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[sagehen]

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?

I am sticking to Macao in Winter, New Orleans in summer. I got in touch with a NARS artist and asked about this re-aligning, as they say, of the shades, and they said the names will stay the same - whether it's "Dark 1" or "Med Dark 5" or whatever may change but the color names won't change. Let's hope so when it's time to re-up. I got a few things from the VIB sale, but forgot the Black Metal Dahlia lip tar. I might sneak back tomorrow. I think the 56 is the better brush. Miss TT is right - the others are too "floppy" to do anything. The pro powder brush is just...disappointing.

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.

I use the 56 for liquid foundation. I love the finish. I have the regular 56 and the one in the airbrush set. I prefer the short handle of the one in the set (totally random; it just handles better).

 

[MissTT]

I need to stay away from the #56 as I have two UD brushes I love and I need to figure out how to get that Wayne Goss foundation brush to work. Plus I have the traditional paint style foundation brushes although I plan to get rid of two of those. Then there's my two BeautyBlenders I need to use. I need to focus on finding hte perfect foundation. I ordered NARS Sheer Matte in Tahoe during the sale and I wore my sample of Cadiz Friday. I can't really say how Cadiz wore b/c my skin was parched from flying and ended up having dry patches on my forehead.

 

[sagehen]

I need to stay away from the #56 as I have two UD brushes I love and I need to figure out how to get that Wayne Goss foundation brush to work. Plus I have the traditional paint style foundation brushes although I plan to get rid of two of those. Then there's my two BeautyBlenders I need to use. I need to focus on finding hte perfect foundation. I ordered NARS Sheer Matte in Tahoe during the sale and I wore my sample of Cadiz Friday. I can't really say how Cadiz wore b/c my skin was parched from flying and ended up having dry patches on my forehead.

Which Urban Decay Brush? The Good Karma Optical Blurring brush? Is that just like the Sephora No. 45 brush (which I also like for liquid foundation, and has such a nice short handle)?

 

[MissTT]

Yep the optical blurring. I feel like it's bristles are a bit firmer than the Sephora version and the UD version stays compact. #45 flares out a bit more, but it still works really well. Those are picky details.

 

[BeautyByLele]

Meka72- Thanks girl!!! Miss TT - I like the 57 too... I use it to apply concealer, then I use the beauty blender to blend it . I know some people use the BB to apply foundation but that just seems to time confusing for me. I keep eyeing that UD brush as well SageHen- I have the pro 61 brush and it's okay, I wish it was more fluffy for applying all over face powder.

 

[sagehen]

Yep the optical blurring. I feel like it's bristles are a bit firmer than the Sephora version and the UD version stays compact. #45 flares out a bit more, but it still works really well. Those are picky details.

Now, see, I may add that to my shopping list for today. Blaming you in advance.

 

[MissTT]

I don't always enable, but I am all about this brush.

 

[sagehen]

I don't always enable, but I am all about this brush.

Umm, do you need to read the last two or three pages of this thread and edit that post? Hmmmm?

 

[MissTT]

LOL, but that was CB blush!!!!! It was special. Ask Prettypackages and CartoonChic. I am always saying, "Girl, you don't need that." I knew you'd call me out. LMBO.

 

[sagehen]

Say what u will but we have writtren documentation of your merciless enabling. Did u forget the MUFE blush situation in another thread?

LOL, but that was CB blush!!!!! It was special. Ask Prettypackages and CartoonChic. I am always saying, "Girl, you don't need that." I knew you'd call me out. LMBO.

 

[MissTT]

 

[meka72]

Yep the optical blurring. I feel like it's bristles are a bit firmer than the Sephora version and the UD version stays compact. #45 flares out a bit more, but it still works really well. Those are picky details.

Ms TT, would you mind sharing how you use the UD brush? I bought it in the spring and hated it. My foundation never blended in; it just sat on top of my skin. I tried it with liquid and powder foundations but nothing worked. With all that in mind, it definitely could've been "operator error" because I'd never used anything other than my fingers to apply foundation.

 

[MissTT]

Hmmm, how to describe it? It's funny you say you didn't like it b/c today I used it with my sample of Laura Mercier Oil-free foundation and it didn't seem to blend well at all. It's the first time that happened and I've used it with 20-30 different liquid foundations, tinted moisturizers, BB, and CC creams. I'm blaming the foundation or perhaps it was my technique. i could have used to much foundation. I've never used the LM I'm not familiar with its texture.

I use two methods. After letting my primer absorb for a few minutes: 1) I dot the foundation on my face with my fingers and blend with the brush. To buff/blend I move the brush in small to medium circular motions usually focusing on one area of my face at a time in case I have a quick setting foundation. I add more dots of foundation to areas that need more coverage and buff. 2) I pour some foundation on my hand or on a dish and dip the brush directly into the foundation. I dot the foundation on my face (again only applying to one area) and use the same buffing motion as above.

Sometimes I pull the brush in a downward motion to smooth down facial hairs on people with fuzz as I finish. For my neck and under my chin I don't apply more foundation, but just buff in what's already on the brush for a gradual blend. I find I don't usually need much foundation when using this brush so start small and build up. I quickly looked on YouTube and here is a video resembling how I use it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdFgNdpzzwA Start at about 6:10.

 

[Medgal07]

Snowsuit puppy pics required!

In addition to the snow suit I got Abby a hooded sweat shirt. This is the third time I've attempted to upload these
photos. My recent iMAC software upgrade and Specktra are having a real conflict it seems.

 

[Medgal07]

....and here's the snow suit! The sleeves and hood are detachable, so it can be worn as a vest. Super cute!!

 

[sagehen]

Is that a matching bow? Too fabulous.

 

[Medgal07]

I could not complete my purchase but Sephora took my $$. I am mad about that. Apparently I have to call Sephora to get them to give me a code to give to my bank to release the charges?!? Anyway. I am going in store today - I WILL have the tote bag LOL

I hope you got this resolved Sage! Ok so I caved and got a few things:

Dior Nail Lacquer, Apricot # 236 (Pale peach)
Deborah Lippmann Nail Lacquer, Crème, Rolling in the Deep (Deep Navy Blue)
Deborah Lippmann Nail Lacquer, Shimmer, Good Girl Gone Bad (Red/Burgundy w/shimmer)
Formula X Nail Lacquer, Celestials Sparkle Bomb (Gold & Silver Glitter NP)
Too Faced Shadow Primer Glitter Glue
VIB Lips Tote

I wanted Dior, YSL and NARS lipsticks but they didn't have them. I still spent nearly $100 so the 20% discount was more than appreciated!

 

[Medgal07]

Is that a matching bow? Too fabulous.

Yes it is a matching bow. I have NO shame. I ordered a custom harness with matching bow in pink suede. The harness is super cute with a side bow. I know, I should have my head examined!!!

 

[MissTT]

Pink snowsuits are the business!!!! I also love raincoats, hats, and galoshes as ridiculous as it all is.

 

[BeautyByLele]

Medgal- those outfits are too adorable