Resolution "LOW-BUY" 2014! Who wants to play?

[SleepingBeauty]

Day 1: MAC Hot Gossip
Day 2: MAC Fanfare
Day 3: Burt's Bees Tinted Lipbalm Pink Blossom
Day 4: Burt's Bees Tinted Lipbalm Pink Blossom
Day 5: Maybelline Blushing Beige
Day 6: MAC On Hold
Day 7: Astor Lip Butter Unguilty Pleasure
Day 8: L'Oréal Extraordinaire Lipgloss Rose Finale
Day 9: MAC Viva Glam II
Day 10: essence On the Catwalk
Day 11: MAC Brave
Day 12: p2 Sissi - It's a drugstore lipstick that has been discontinued but it's a really nice colour. A bit too plummy for spring for my taste but I'm pretty sure I'll wear it more often during autumn or winter (not that I wish for winter again).

Haven't bought anything in a month now (except for skincare or haircare staples) and I'm kinda happy, though. Normally I'd be upset but I know I'm saving money for the Alluring Aquatic collection and since it's spring and the weather is great over here, I'd rather spend my money on going out with my friends.

 

[Naynadine]

Thanks, girls I'm feeling better. Dad is fine & mom's better too.

I was able to sell some more stuff: eyeshadows, MAC e/s palette, Chanel polish. The smaller my stash gets, the harder it is to let stuff go. But, again, what's the point in keeping it if I rarely use it.
Although I didn't keep track, I'm sure I sold way more in the last months than I bought, which feels great.

 

[LinenWhite7]

Day 7 of Love It or Leave It April Foundation: Mally somethingorother foundation in Light - think this might be too heavy and too dark Concealer: Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle (that name, omg) in Fair Bronzer: Cargo bronzer in Medium Blush: MAC Mineralize blush in Amber Glow Eyes: NYX Love in Rio Barefoot in the Sand trio Lips: MaC Patentpolish in Teen Dream [@]PixieDancer[/@] I think Revlon JBKBS in Rendezvous with a dash of MAC Ravishing on top would be a perfect dupe for Teen Dream Patentpolish! Teen Dream is a hair lighter than Rendezvous so a little Ravishing on top would add some lightness and shine and make it identical.

 

[LinenWhite7]

Thanks, girls I'm feeling better. Dad is fine & mom's better too. I was able to sell some more stuff: eyeshadows, MAC e/s palette, Chanel polish. The smaller my stash gets, the harder it is to let stuff go. But, again, what's the point in keeping it if I rarely use it. Although I didn't keep track, I'm sure I sold way more in the last months than I bought, which feels great. ompom:

Yay for your health and your stash! ompom:

 

[liba]

Day 27: Today's a Rose Lilly kind of day!

This lipstick challenge wasn't tough to do, but it did make me miss some of my favorites that I'd like to wear every few days! Touché, I'll be coming home soon!

Update: Put a little Galaxy Rose on top of Rose Lilly - love it!

The paler color barely peeks out from underneath.

 

[shellygrrl]

A product analysis based on what I wore yesterday... (face) Becca Radiant Skin Satin Finish Foundation - Shell: The formula is okay, and I like the coverage it gives, whether I use my hands or a brush (Sigma F80), but I'm not fully in love with it. On the plus side, I'm pretty close to finishing it. Will likely not repurchase this one, so will be free to try other foundations. MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer - NW15: Yep. Still like this concealer. Still wish it wasn't discontinued. OCC Creme Colour Concentrate - John Doe: Still loving. (Used for some subtle contouring with RT Expert Face Brush). Benefit Hoola bronzer: I used this with a brush I don't normally use bronzer with -- my Sigma F40. I quite like the effect! It's noticeable without being super heavy or muddy-looking, which is important for me. (eyes) UDPP - Original (small size from Smoked palette): I've had this for a while now and it's not lost its effectiveness. On one hand I'm surprised I've not purchased this in full size (or even travel size), but on the other hand, I'm not, because I still have smaller sizes in the old packaging to fall back on. (!) There's at least one other primer I want to try out, though (LORAC Behind the Scenes, supposed to be good for those with oily lids, which I have), and I need to have another go with my NARS primer. Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette: I started with Chopper, which is a shade I don't think I've ever used from this palette, and I don't like it at all. So I ended up going over the top with Snakebite, which I very much do like. I didn't add any other colours, I just blended it out a bit near the crease. I think I'm going to have to toss the brush I used to apply the eyeshadow, though (Sigma E55). It's very pokey on the lids. Ouch! Revlon Photoready 3D Volume Mascara - Blackest Black: When I first tried this mascara a couple of years ago, I loved it and thought it could be my Holy Grail mascara. Prefered it to Benefit They're Real!, which I'd also tried back then. While I'd still recommend Photoready 3D Volume over They're Real!, I'm not sure I can give HG status to it. The two other mascaras remaining in my stash are Prestige Total Intensity (formula is drier but I like the shape of the wand (same as LORAC Pro and MUFE Smoky Extravagant mascaras), and it doesn't clump or blob; would very likely repurchase) and Rimmel Volume Flash Scandaleyes (formula is a little wet, but the wand is super huge! wouldn't repurchase). Within the next month or two I'll be needing to replace my mascaras, so I'm having a little shop-around for others I may want to try out. (lips) MAC Viva Glam II: Still love it!

 

[PixieDancer]

Thanks, girls I'm feeling better. Dad is fine & mom's better too.

I was able to sell some more stuff: eyeshadows, MAC e/s palette, Chanel polish. The smaller my stash gets, the harder it is to let stuff go. But, again, what's the point in keeping it if I rarely use it.
Although I didn't keep track, I'm sure I sold way more in the last months than I bought, which feels great.

I'm glad you're feeling better sweetness! And Yippee on the purging! GOOD JOB!

Quote: Originally Posted by LinenWhite7

Day 7 of Love It or Leave It April

Foundation: Mally somethingorother foundation in Light - think this might be too heavy and too dark
Concealer: Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle (that name, omg) in Fair
Bronzer: Cargo bronzer in Medium
Blush: MAC Mineralize blush in Amber Glow
Eyes: NYX Love in Rio Barefoot in the Sand trio
Lips: MaC Patentpolish in Teen Dream

@PixieDancer I think Revlon JBKBS in Rendezvous with a dash of MAC Ravishing on top would be a perfect dupe for Teen Dream Patentpolish! Teen Dream is a hair lighter than Rendezvous so a little Ravishing on top would add some lightness and shine and make it identical.

Good to know! I'll definitely use that combo! THANKS!!

 

[User38]

I am kicking myself out of this thread.

I have been off my low buy resolution.. just bought 4 foundations and 2 CC creams.. and other assorted skin gunk. good gunk but still.. not a very exemplary model of behaviour.

I now have another goal.. making myself look presentable with pitch black hair and travel in three days for meetings. I don't change my image that frequently, but this was not a planned pregnancy... it just uh happened.

will report changes later once the wine, Bert;s songs and my tears dry up a bit.

xoxox

 

[lyseD]

I am kicking myself out of this thread.

I have been off my low buy resolution.. just bought 4 foundations and 2 CC creams.. and other assorted skin gunk. good gunk but still.. not a very exemplary model of behaviour.

I now have another goal.. making myself look presentable with pitch black hair and travel in three days for meetings. I don't change my image that frequently, but this was not a planned pregnancy... it just uh happened.

will report changes later once the wine, Bert;s songs and my tears dry up a bit.

xoxox

I bet you look as lovely as ever.


And don't kick yourself out -- I haven't been having a low buy year either but I imagine it may have been worse without the help of this thread.

 

[User38]

I bet you look as lovely as ever.


And don't kick yourself out -- I haven't been having a low buy year either but I imagine it may have been worse without the help of this thread.

thank you lyseD.. that is very kind of you.

it's true I have at least organized some of my personal makeup.. but it still needs a lot of weeding out.

this thread has helped me think about it at least.. and that's a good thing.

 

[Starlight77]

The last week.. Day 21: April 1 MAC Lavendar Whip Lipstick Laura Mercier Artist Palette 2 MAC Sakura Blush Day 22: MAC Double Spin Lipstick w/Dior Addict Gloss Evening Rose on top MAC Smokey Mauve EDES W/ MAC Interior Life Palette Dior Rosebud Blush Day 23: MAC Raspberry Swirl Lipstick Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette Clinique Berry Pop Blush Day 24: MAC Spontaneous Patent Polish Urban Decay Glinda Palette Dior Rosy Glow Blush Day 25: MAC Dish it up Lipstick MAC Fabulousness Smokey Eyes Palette MAC Azalea Blossom Blush Day 26: MAC Sheen Supreme Blossom Culture Lipstick Dior Rose Ballerine Palette MAC LightYear MSF Day 27: Monday MAC Pink Popcorn Lipstick Too Faced Naked Eye Palette MAC Pink Tea Blush This challenge was fun and forcing me to use all my MAC lipsticks. I can't wait Friday so I can wear my other lipsticks again. I did notice a whole lotta blush and palettes I didn't reach for. Some are more seasonal so that's ok but there are too many that I didn't grab. I'm wondering if I should just let them go now while I can or try and use them. I will decide by Thursday. My low buy is failing but not. It is a 'low' buy not a 'no' buy so i guess it's not that bad. I did get a few things from the Sephora sale but not because of the discount as much as the "limited edition" part. It's ok because I may have a lot more makeup than I want to but almost half of my collection is random buying and not knowing what I actually liked until now. At least I know what I do really like, what I will wear, what I don't need any more of and formulas and brands I like best. I do notice a trend to my buying and it's when i'm overwhelmed or have too much to do I shut down and just shop. It's my escape. It's not just makeup and it's mostly for my children. The makeup collection I have grew too quickly in the past but now at least I really think through products before purchasing them. I do not own many backups but I do have a few things in the past I bought 2 of that I should get rid of now as I won't get to them like Marilyn Monroe Beauty Powder, Glitter and Ice Beauty Powder and an extra Perfect Topping MSF. I have gotten rid of all of the products I would never use or have tried and failed on me so that's an accomplishment on it's own.

 

[mosha010]

I am kicking myself out of this thread.

I have been off my low buy resolution.. just bought 4 foundations and 2 CC creams.. and other assorted skin gunk. good gunk but still.. not a very exemplary model of behaviour.

I now have another goal.. making myself look presentable with pitch black hair and travel in three days for meetings. I don't change my image that frequently, but this was not a planned pregnancy... it just uh happened.

will report changes later once the wine, Bert;s songs and my tears dry up a bit.

xoxox

Dont leave ! I Didnt go on "super low buy" only on "not so crazy" buy ... And "asses your collection and get things I either really really want or really really need" Which haven't been able to really do since things are not being released ! Mac gave up releasing collections for lent!

 

[mosha010]

By the way! You will rock those raven looks!!!! Are you kidding?! You can take advantage of more vampy looks and fierce stuff that look harsh on blondes! Take it as a makeup redefinition opportunity

 

[Rainbunny]

thank you lyseD.. that is very kind of you. it's true I have at least organized some of my personal makeup.. but it still needs a lot of weeding out. this thread has helped me think about it at least.. and that's a good thing.

Just think of it as buy lowER. I was very bad during the Sephora sale (and rare cosmetics coupon from the Bay) but don't feel TOO guilty because overall I've been better. Have to calm down now, though!

 

[User38]

Mac gave up releasing collections for lent!

i think we should all recite the prayer of St. Francis..

Lord make me an instrument of your peace....

 

[Starlight77]

I am kicking myself out of this thread. I have been off my low buy resolution.. just bought 4 foundations and 2 CC creams.. and other assorted skin gunk.  good gunk but still.. not a very exemplary model of behaviour. I now have another goal.. making myself look presentable with pitch black hair and travel in three days for meetings.  I don't change my image that frequently, but this was not a planned pregnancy... it just uh happened. will report changes later once the wine, Bert;s songs and my tears dry up a bit. xoxox

i was thinking same thing. I fail lol BUT it is a low buy not a no buy and I am purchasing less stuff. I am also thinking about my purchases more cautiously instead of making a list of what i want, i make a list of what I need or would use.

 

[User38]

$ 300 worth of foundations, $ 90 CC creams, is not lower buy. who am I kidding.. lol


in one week

 

[PixieDancer]

i think we should all recite the prayer of St. Francis..

Lord make me an instrument of your peace....

THAT prayer gets me through life! Amen!

 

[User38]

NOPE! You're stuck with us Missy! Once you're in, you're never allowed to leave! Ooops, sorry, guess I forgot to post that ONE "Rule!" LOL

I feel the same way. Even when we mess up, at least now we're conscious of the slip. Before I just hoarded and never really though much of it! Any progress is better than nothing, and I cannot imagine not having this place to come for support!

SEE! Thinking is GOOD. Leaving low-buy is BAD! Now you're thinking!

Sounds like you are on the right track. And we all give into moments of weakness. We are makeup lovers afterall. I'm just proud that we've all stayed so committed to the process. Which we all knew would have its struggles!

YEAH... what Mosha said! She's our "Preacher Teacher!"

And LMFAO @ giving up releasing collections for lent! HaHa

THAT prayer gets me through life! Amen!

Everything you and all the wonderful ladies said..

xoxox

thank you!

 

[PixieDancer]

$ 300 worth of foundations, $ 90 CC creams, is not lower buy. who am I kidding.. lol


in one week

Well... not defending the purchases. But you HAVE been under a LOT of stress! Getting ready to leave the country, Bert turning into a man-boy, and today with the hair drama... it's enough to make anyone want to take solace in things we love. It's something familiar and makes us feel more like ourselves. You are a beauty industry love child. That can never be rewired... and we wouldn't want that anyways! A HerGreyness without the fashion sense and no savvy makeup mojo... no one wants that!
Just now we know one more thing about you... you don't need anymore foundation for a REALLY long time! HeeHee