That's what I've been doing too! Was contemplating getting something from the balm because there was a sale, but I would much rather put that money towards a beauty like that TF palette.I am trying really desperate to be good. I posted in the NARS Dual Dimension shadow thread for anyone not on a low/no buy who can take advantage of the Murale promo. I need cleansing oil, so between the 3 NARS Shadows I want, and a cleansing oil, it'd be easy to get the $125 minimum. But I do not need anymore neutral eyeshadows - and I broke down and bought NYX Rust and I haven't touched LORAC Garnet from PRO yet; so if I desperately want a cranberry or burgundy colour I can use one of those. I have a $10 gift card from the last Shoppers promotion, so I'm sure I can just find a cleansing oil at Shoppers without having to break out my credit card. I've deleted the email, and I'm doing everything I can not to give in.
Also, I'm using Tom Ford Nude Dip as motivation to just not haul when I'm feeling bored or sad or tempted by extra points. I'd rather have just that one item than a bunch of other crap I don't want as much.
I'm taking these two! Lord knows, I can find dupes - it's not like I can't or don't use Google to find Law and Order or The Wire re-runs streaming online. Certainly, I can type in dupe and shadow name and find something before I breakout the credit card.
AND just today's FOTD:
GA Master Corrector #1
The Tom Ford Traceless Liquid routine - big day at work so I felt like using the luxury brands. Of course, it was over Hard Candy's Green Primer as a base, Hard Candy Glamouflage for spots and Maybelline Age Rewind under the eyesbut no matter...
Bourjois Bronzing Primer - I'm seeing pan on this one.
The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer to highlight and Chanel JC in #99 Rose Petale.
MAC Pedro Lourenco Quad - Pink Sands in the socket, with ATG on lid and Sable in the outer corners. I saw kristingehm said the last two were dupes in the LORAC Pro 2 so I'm hoping this'll tide me over and keep me from hauling a palette I'm not sold on.
WnW Brule on brow bone, with the usual BB Black Ink winged.
Tom Ford Private Blend lip shine in Quiver.
Neutrogena Anti-Shine Pressed Powder to set.
Isn't it fun to rediscover loved items that you've beenoverlooking!?! I have a few staple MAC shades that I always go back to and wonder what took me so long! YAY for shopping the stash!
Lol - it's so hard when there's so many things!! Plus I don't know about you guys but work was really crazy for me this week! {and studying, of course} Despite my rather large slip up I've been doing pretty good. I did pick up one thing at Sephora yesterday, but I had ran out of my toner and the new Bite matte crayons were out. I couldn't resist. I am so excited for Sunday because I plan to clean out my stash and finish my inventory! :cheer: I'm already making a mental list of what's going, what's staying, and what I need to try to see if I want to keep it or not.
But yeah, All That Glitters and Woodwinked are mine now. I also bought the brow pencil in Stud. While there I also eyed some of the foundations, not to purchase but to guesstimate my shade(s). I didn’t swatch them then, but I will do later on. At the moment I’m thinking I’m NW10 in Studio Fix Fluid (I think I can wear C2 in the Powder version, too) and NC15 in the Mineralize liquid foundation. Face and Body in C1 is also a possibility, but there wasn’t one in the display for me to check. I also got one of the Honey Bronzers from The Body Shop. (Shade 2). Today I’ve been relaxing in my hotel room, doing a bit of regrouping. I’ll be back home in the wilds of Maine sometime on Monday. But I wanted to check in with all you lovelies! :hug:
First off...
Thank you, Pixie! You always make me feel better. I know many people don't like their birthday or don't think they're a big deal, but I have always thought they were special because they're unique to the person. It is hard to accept that just because I think that way others don't, but that's life. At least now I've gotten used to everyone's lack of interest and it won't be a surprise this year. But I will miss my phone call and card from my Dad. I sent my sister a message and just asked her if she had some things for me. I told her that I was told she did. That was it. She replied and said she had them but she wasn't sure if I'd want them since they'd remind me of Dad. I wanted to say "well you should have told me that you had them and let me make that decision." But I didn't. I just said I did want them and asked her if she had some things for herself or if we should split up the things. So at least I was nice about it, I think. You are right, Pixie, that I should stay true to myself and how I think is the right way to act. It's hard to do sometimes because I don't want to be hurt, so I distance myself. But when I die I want to know that I've done my best to be a good person. And thanks for the Congrats about the mall. That did make me feel good. Only here will people understand what a big deal that is! I hope everyone is having a good weekend!First off... :con: on a successful trip to the mall! That's huge! Secondly...Early, I know... but it's still a special occasion and no reason not to start celebrating early my dear!! And now, onto the tough stuff... Your father would be damn proud of you honey! And certainly will be shining down his love from Heaven on your wonderful day! Don't let the shortcomings of others affect how you are and how you treat people. Keep being you and the fantastic person you are. As for your sister, now that you have been told she has things meant for you, I don't see anything wrong with calling her up, or writing her if it makes you more comfortable and saying: "Hey, I know you're busy and it probably just slipped your mind, but I spoke to our stepmom and she told me you had some things for me. When can I get them?" Short. Sweet. To the point. Don't feel upset or guilty for wanting what was meant for you. At the end of the day, getting the things that will mean so much to you is the primary goal. Don't let your sister steal your joy! Your dad would want you to cherish the memories and have a few things to comfort you and make you smile. Don't ever feel like you need to purchase things to make yourself feel valuable. You are valuable! Not the clothes you wear or the makeup you put on. YOU! The person you are! The way you do what's right and try your best to make people feel important. Your dad raised a beautiful person... Inside and Out! We
you babe!!
That is a great thing. I know I'd be happy if someone gave me make-up that I loved and I didn't have to buy it.My friend was so happy, I had to share more. I still had things I'd only ever used once.
