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

[Rainbunny]

Isn't it funny how she tilts her head back when she eats the grape, like it's raccoon for, OMG, this is SO GOOD!

 

[DarylandCarole]

I seemed to have missed quite a bit of drama. I hope everyone is okay. I haven't read it all, as I don't even know where it all started due to my fail absence lately. Back to make-up. I purchased 4 items yesterday which arrived today.  Bought them from Selfridges.  Toying Around l/s - yes, I got that little bastard.  Copperplate, Sushi Flower, All That Glitters & Malt pans.  I was sure I had Copperplate already as it's in my spreadsheet, but when I searched for it in my stash I didn't have it. Nothing was "needed" but with my own health issues and my Mom's coming to light again - I thought I'd treat myself a bit.  This is my first purchase in about 4 weeks or so, so I think I'm doing pretty good. I do want an eye shadow from Moody Blooms but I think otherwise that's me collection wise. I have my brother staying with me and our spare bed is in my makeup room/partners office, so I can't even get to my make-up table at the moment.  Not that I've had need to, I've been so worn out just from existing that just showering and shaving my legs has been a hassle. I think this is one of my biggest problems though when it comes to purchasing.  I purchase things like make-up because I feel low from being unwell permanently, but because I'm so unwell I don't get around to using it.  I guess that's why people will say to me "you don't need anymore makeup"  - no, I don't.  I don't even use what I have.. but it brings a little light to my day when I feel so crap. I do need to try and find other hobbies, the problem is I played on the ps3 for an hour earlier and afterwards I was nauseous and had a migraine and needed to lay down.  Just because I concentrated on something for 60mins.  That's insanity. I have cut down on my purchasing a lot though, which is good.

I know what you mean here, Peach. I spend a lot of time on my iPad since it's easy to hold. (Sitting in a chair for a long time caused many of my back problems,). But sometimes it makes my neck tense and my arm hurt/tingle. Lately my back and left leg have started to hurt a lot, too, to the point that I'm worried I might need another surgery. I'm going to try a few visits at the chiropractor before I go to my orthopedic Doc, though. When I walk I'm limping and I can't bend my left knee very well. Sometimes I wonder what I CAN do that won't cause problems. I'm hoping it will get better with a few treatments, but deep down I'm scared. That anxiety makes me want to buy things but I'm broke so I can't! I wish I had a great suggestion for you but I don't. I just wanted to let you know I sympathize and can somewhat understand. I know others here will probably have some ideas, though.

 

[boschicka]

Hi Pixie and anyone else who cares to chime in....are they nice to you when you B2M?
Ummm... most of the time. Some can be snarky if I go to a store where I normally don't shop. Like I'm putting them out since I'm not buying them. But if I stick to the location where they know me, it's not an issue.
They shouldn't make you feel uncomfortable about it no matter where you go though! It's a MAC long standing rewards program. If anyone made me feel bad, I'd call customer servive when I got home!
I take it you have had a bad experience?

Thank you to everyone who shared. No, I haven't B2M'ed yet. I've heard other bad stories elsewhere so I wanted to get the general consensus on here. It's a shame there's attitude given or that people feel they have to buy items too when they B2M. The company either offers the program or they don't. People have already purchased a number of items in order to take part in it, so I don't understand any attitude. Not that attitude is justifiable at any time.

 

[kait0]

I can relate to needing some new/different hobbies other than buying make-up, reading beauty blogs, etc. I like having TV marathons on Netflix (season 2 of orange is the new black is up! if you haven't watched this show, you should it's great. it's a about a women's prison but manages to be funny and so entertaining). Sort of beauty related, but I like to do my nails, put on a face mask, take a shower and have some good music on, etc. Those things just always make me feel better. Even on days when I just want to stay in bed all day, I try to force myself to do one of those things. And afterwards I am always glad that I did it. Do at least 1 pleasurable activity everyday, and try to avoid making that activity shopping!

 

[KiKi Kontour]

New Summer challenge idea!: Pick the item that you have no idea what to do with and make it fabulous.

thats a great idea!!!

 

[shellygrrl]

Felt like makeup today, so... It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream in Fair - New item in my stash, supplanting my OCC tinted moisturizer which didn't work out. First thing I noticed? The smell, which is very hard for me to describe. (If only you all could smell stuff through the magic of the internets! ) Very strong, though. But it doesn't linger, which is a good thing. I've had it on for several hours now, and it still seems to be going strong for me. The other thing I noticed is it went on a touch darker than my skintone, but as the day has gone on it seems like it's melted in a bit more? First impressions are good but of course, I'll have to wear it again. :nods: MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer in NW15 OCC Skin Conceal in R0 Rimmel Stay Matte Powder in Translucent (under the eyes only) NARS ProPrime Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base UD Naked 1 - Toasted on the lid, Hustle through/above the crease and on the upper and lower lashlines (halfway across upper, about quarterway across the lower), Virgin directly under the brows. I like Virgin and Hustle enough, but I'm not sure if Toasted suits me all that well, despite it looking gorgeous in the pan. Hrm. (I did take a photo of me wearing the look. It's on my iPod; I'll either add it to this post or put it in another one. ) Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara + a light coating of Prestige Total Intensity Mascara (both in black) UD Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint in Quickie - It'd been a long while since I used this. And I think I initially applied a little too much, but a little buffing did the trick to tone it down some. (I'd applied it with a Real Techniques Stippling Brush.) NYX Slim Lipliner in Pale Pink MAC Viva Glam II lipstick

 

[walkingdead]

Good luck to everyone on their low-buy! I use to like it here. Thank you Pixie for starting this thread and for everyone for sharing their stories. Much ️ and stay strong! I'm not leaving Specktra just this thread.

 

[ILoveMakeup84]

Good luck to everyone on their low-buy! I use to like it here. Thank you Pixie for starting this thread and for everyone for sharing their stories. Much ️ and stay strong! I'm not leaving Specktra just this thread.

 

[ILoveMakeup84]

thats a great idea!!!

I agree!! Its a great idea!

 

[NaomiH]

 

[Rainbunny]

I think everything has calmed down now, so I hope you decide to come back at some point.

 

[Medgal07]

This sounds annoying. What exactly is on the B2M exclusion list?

Did you talk to the store manager? I hope you get the stuff that you want! You deserve it.

The list included most of the cult favorites. To tell you the truth I was so stunned & taken aback by it, because prior to that
all regularly packaged lipsticks were B2M eligible. I don't know if this was a company-wide policy or just this local store
flexing its muscle. I think I ended up w/a nude or two that I didn't' have, and eyeshadow. I haven't been back in quite some time.
That's why I want to call in advance to confirm the policy---and I'll get the respondents name at that time.

 

[CrimsonQuill157]

  [COLOR=0000FF]The list included most of the cult favorites.  To tell you the truth I was so stunned & taken aback by it, because prior to that [/COLOR] [COLOR=0000FF]  all regularly packaged lipsticks were B2M eligible.  I don't know if this was a company-wide policy or just this local store[/COLOR] [COLOR=0000FF]  flexing its muscle.[/COLOR]  [COLOR=0000FF]I think I ended up w/a nude or two that I didn't' have, and eyeshadow.  I haven't been back in quite some time.[/COLOR] [COLOR=0000FF] That's why I want to call in advance to confirm the policy---and I'll get the respondents name at that time.[/COLOR]

That makes no sense... For one theyre perm and in perm packaging. Heck, I've heard of people back 2 MACing for LEs in perm packaging! So weird.

 

[Medgal07]

That makes no sense... For one theyre perm and in perm packaging. Heck, I've heard of people back 2 MACing for LEs in perm packaging! So weird.

Yes CQ you're right. They had allowed me to B2M for 3 limited edition lipsticks in standard packaging on a prior occasion which made the new 'policy' even more
surprising. The only thing that I can think of that might have happened is that their sales were slow and they decided to restrict B2Ms. Now I'm really
curious. I might call even sooner than I'd planned.

 

[mel33t]

Got my studying in for the day and now it's time for makeup inventory... so. much. fun.

I'll post a few of my big numbers here... so that way I can get support on how crazy I am, lol.


30 Day Lip/Cheek Challenge
Day 1: MAC Creme Cup, NARS blush in Love
Day 2: YSL Sheer Candy in #4, Clinique Cheek Pop in Berry Pop



I love my YSL Sheer Candy lipstick/balm/gloss. It leaves such a gorgeous "Disney Princess Pink" on my lips and it's actually pretty moisturizing. It's really nice for the summer and easy enough to wear to work too...I forgot how much I loved it!!

 

[lilinah]

Quote: Originally Posted by boschicka
Thank you to everyone who shared. No, I haven't B2M'ed yet. I've heard other bad stories elsewhere so I wanted to get the general consensus on here. It's a shame there's attitude given or that people feel they have to buy items too when they B2M. The company either offers the program or they don't. People have already purchased a number of items in order to take part in it, so I don't understand any attitude. Not that attitude is justifiable at any time.


I was in my local MAC earlier this week to see Pedro Laurenço, which they didn't have, and i picked up a brow set in Emphatically Blonde (i meant to put it on today, but forgot) and P+P loose powder in Neutralize which i will use almost daily -- and the MUA helping me actually suggested i B2M stuff, she was very encouraging.

I only have 4 items in my B2M bag, but i'm sure they'll be friendly and helpful when i get 2 more, which i'll probably find as i go through my stash and eliminate stuff.

 

[Rainbunny]

I was in my local MAC earlier this week to see Pedro Laurenço, which they didn't have, and i picked up a brow set in Emphatically Blonde (i meant to put it on today, but forgot) and P+P loose powder in Neutralize which i will use almost daily -- and the MUA helping me actually suggested i B2M stuff, she was very encouraging. I only have 4 items in my B2M bag, but i'm sure they'll be friendly and helpful when i get 2 more, which i'll probably find as i go through my stash and eliminate stuff.

Yes, I find that they often remind you about the B2M program in the Vancouver stores.

 

[kait0]

I was in my local MAC earlier this week to see Pedro Laurenço, which they didn't have, and i picked up a brow set in Emphatically Blonde (i meant to put it on today, but forgot) and P+P loose powder in Neutralize which i will use almost daily -- and the MUA helping me actually suggested i B2M stuff, she was very encouraging.

I only have 4 items in my B2M bag, but i'm sure they'll be friendly and helpful when i get 2 more, which i'll probably find as i go through my stash and eliminate stuff.

How are you liking the EB brow set? I got it recently as well. It's nice but the colour I'm not so sure about.

 

[Paint&Ink Chick]

Hey ladies, how is everything? I'm just checking in, been busy with school starting. Plus I'm getting really sick on the hospital. ..ugh, had t take my baby last night. But I only got 2 items from the Osborne collection, I figured I didn't need anything else. Plus I'm resisting temptation as well. My UK friend has been having packages delivered to my home. So the ups guy has come every morning all this week! With blk boxes & one Nordies...Lawd. @Debbs, it's interesting to hear you gift unwanted items to fam. Now do they care if they items are Mac, HE? I once tried to give some items to my half sister, who is always asking me for items. When I presented the makeup, so looked , said what's this? It's not Mac, I'll give it to the girls? Wtf! Be glad your getting something given to you. So today I went through my stash & picked a few items, wrong color, or didn't use. Was gonna gift them to a cousin, I said I'd send by her mom who was in town if she wanted them but it's wasn't Mac or a lot of HE...no response. So guess she didn't want em.. smh

 

[Rainbunny]

Hope your baby is doing better. That sounds scary, having to take him or her to the hospital. I only got 2 things from the Osbournes, too, just the Ruby Patent Polish and the brow set (to use as eye shadows, probably not for brows). Nothing else really appealed to me. I liked the Pedro Lourenco collection better but now will try to behave until the fall! What did you get from the Osbornes?