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

[veronikawithak]

i have a weird feeling that it might not launch today. regardless, i'm going to sleep now. i give up since there was only 1 lippie i was going to get. night, ladies!

I've been having that feeling too.. I think you might be on to something! Goodnight! Have a good sleep.

 

[mel33t]

That RHPS thread is insane! It almost makes me not want to buy... Is that weird

 

[veronikawithak]

That RHPS thread is insane! It almost makes me not want to buy... Is that weird

NO. It's not weird. We're the ones spending money here, it shouldn't be this unreliable to make a cosmetic purchase. It's just.. yeah, insane is the word. I didn't stay up to stalk so I got a good night's sleep and have been casually stalking while working on other things.. but I can just imagine the rage of people who stayed up all night just to have it get delayed. Yikes!

 

[mel33t]

NO. It's not weird. We're the ones spending money here, it shouldn't be this unreliable to make a cosmetic purchase. It's just.. yeah, insane is the word. I didn't stay up to stalk so I got a good night's sleep and have been casually stalking while working on other things.. but I can just imagine the rage of people who stayed up all night just to have it get delayed. Yikes!

I agree, the rage really turns me off. Don't get me wrong I get excited for makeup, but if I miss it then I miss it. There's always something around the corner.

 

[veronikawithak]

I agree, the rage really turns me off. Don't get me wrong I get excited for makeup, but if I miss it then I miss it. There's always something around the corner.

Totally agreed. There's always the next thing!

 

[Ajigglin]

The RHPS thread is crazy right now.. I'm doing some work and checking it every 15-30 minutes or so and there's always like 100 new posts. :S I am sticking firm to my 1 lipstick though and haven't been swayed to purchase anything else. Is anyone else getting anything? I'm here for moral support if you want me to try and talk you out of something.

After I decided not to get anything, I unsubscribed. That's been my new strategy so I don't get caught up. I shopped my stash and found Orange You Sexy from Coloured Raine, which is giving me what I wanted from Strange Journey, so I'm extra good. No lemmings whatsoever. BTW, are you the one that mentioned Caroline Hirons? If so, bless you. That lady needs a shrine. I really do feel my skin is getting better thanks to her recs.

 

[Ajigglin]

That RHPS thread is insane! It almost makes me not want to buy... Is that weird

Nope. Why do you have to work to part with your money? The frenzy is becoming a turnoff for sure.

 

[NicoleL]

BTW, are you the one that mentioned Caroline Hirons? If so, bless you. That lady needs a shrine. I really do feel my skin is getting better thanks to her recs.

I hear ya, I did the same thing, had to unsubscribe from the new collection threads I had because I found myself wanting things I already decided against just because others were so into trying to get the items.

 

[awickedshape]

Another MafiaMAC snafu. I hope this turns me off of MAC LE collections for good.

 

[Yazmin]

NO. It's not weird. We're the ones spending money here, it shouldn't be this unreliable to make a cosmetic purchase. It's just.. yeah, insane is the word. I didn't stay up to stalk so I got a good night's sleep and have been casually stalking while working on other things.. but I can just imagine the rage of people who stayed up all night just to have it get delayed. Yikes!

I agree, the rage really turns me off. Don't get me wrong I get excited for makeup, but if I miss it then I miss it. There's always something around the corner.

I agree, the rage really turns me off. Don't get me wrong I get excited for makeup, but if I miss it then I miss it. There's always something around the corner.

Totally agreed. There's always the next thing!

That RHPS thread is insane! It almost makes me not want to buy... Is that weird

Nope. Why do you have to work to part with your money? The frenzy is becoming a turnoff for sure.

If I was getting anything for myself, I wouldn't even care so much. I stalked RHPS for my CPs, so I wanted to make sure I didn't miss it. Yeah, it's bothersome that MAC decides not to release as per usual, but it's frustrating because I just want to place the order and be done with it - and I can sleep like a baby tonight.

 

[PeachTwist]

I'm finding myself less and less involved in the MAC collections.

I wanted Next To Skin blush from AW but it hasn't even released in the UK yet and I just don't care enough to try and keep up with the hype anymore. If I get something, cool. If not, oh well. Not all that bothered.

I've been loving Makeup Geek for shadows more and ordering from Sephora to branch out trying different brands and I'm happy with that. I'll always love MAC and will use what I have and B2M for stuff, but I'm done with the chase. I just don't have the will, energy or fight in me anymore to keep up with it.

 

[SassyWonder]

Hi Ladies, I haven't checked in for a while. I finally went through my stash. I found some things I absolutely love and forgot about. I was going to attempt to get 2 lippies from RHPS. My hubby was even for it. He's a RHPS fan. I didn't stay up all night like I used to for a launch. I'm actually glad it didn't launch. I originally planned on skipping but I got caught up in the hype. I have a dupe to every one of the colors. I'm waiting for the Matte collex. I haven't been shopping for make up a whole lot less. Wearing what o have. I noticed I have neglected shopping for clothes. I've been putting more focus there. I appreciate all the support from you ladies.

 

[kait0]

I won't stop trying, but I wonder if I should start trying to be okay with the way my body is. It's hard to accept for me.

I think everyone deserves to work towards accepting themselves, which is a LOT of work. I'm definitely not there yet. But I actively try. Maybe look into the therapy technique called radical acceptence? I think it's part of DBT and mindfulness. But ya a piece of me believes/hopes that I will return to a previous size, but I also try to think that this may be the body I have from now on, so I need to stop hating it. And with that acceptance I think peace with food and weight will come, and then the weight will fall into place.

ETA: I'm sorry to hear that about your health concerns, that must be really difficult.

 

[crystalzi]

So after buying all 12 of the nyx wicked lippies, I have to join u ladies here. My hubby and I recently started the dave Ramsey plan and makeup just doesn't make the cut anymore. I'm having such a hard time wrapping my head around not shopping as much anymore. I have a bad "collector" mentality. I collect everything unfortunately. If I don't need it I still justify it as being part of my collection. Makeup, disney collectibles, my little pony and monster high for my daughter( which I think I enjoy more than her) bags, shoes, etc. After buying a house last year and recently having our second kid I looked at our debt and lack of savings, looked around at all my "stuff" and cried. After that I got on board with my hubby trying to get myself happy another way. nice to see there's a place I can find some support here.

 

[awickedshape]

So after buying all 12 of the nyx wicked lippies, I have to join u ladies here. My hubby and I recently started the dave Ramsey plan and makeup just doesn't make the cut anymore. I'm having such a hard time wrapping my head around not shopping as much anymore. I have a bad "collector" mentality. I collect everything unfortunately. If I don't need it I still justify it as being part of my collection. Makeup, disney collectibles, my little pony and monster high for my daughter( which I think I enjoy more than her) bags, shoes, etc. After buying a house last year and recently having our second kid I looked at our debt and lack of savings, looked around at all my "stuff" and cried. After that I got on board with my hubby trying to get myself happy another way. nice to see there's a place I can find some support here.

I've had moments like that, too. You'll find lots of supportive folk here, welcome.

 

[DarylandCarole]

NO. It's not weird. We're the ones spending money here, it shouldn't be this unreliable to make a cosmetic purchase. It's just.. yeah, insane is the word. I didn't stay up to stalk so I got a good night's sleep and have been casually stalking while working on other things.. but I can just imagine the rage of people who stayed up all night just to have it get delayed. Yikes!

I agree, the rage really turns me off. Don't get me wrong I get excited for makeup, but if I miss it then I miss it. There's always something around the corner.

I agree with you. The thing is, they read T's blog and that's why they thought it was launching today. But T has had incorrect info before. I assume the Oct. 2 date is the one MAC gave. A lot of it is a guessing game. If it releases early that's great but it's not a guarantee. If I werent a night owl I wouldn't stay up all night for any collection. They never release at night anyhow, so why torture yourself?

 

[Ajigglin]

The rumor about its launching today was on the thread before T's post came out.

 

[shellygrrl]

Mac-Guy said at the beginning of the collection's thread that it'd be MSO. Unless that changed somewhere along the line? (I've not been keeping up with the thread, soooo...)

 

[PixieDancer]

I am happy to say that I am feeling pretty strong right now, no interest in RHPS or Brooke (thank heavens that palette is sold out because that was a close one), and only interested in ONE lippie from the Matte collection!  YES!  I haven't looked too hard for the collections following those but I am hoping to stay delightfully distant. What I have noticed though is that my brand new foray into nails and nail art (Hooray for stamping! So much fun!) has quickly turned into another color addiction.  I am trying to remind myself that I do not REQUIRE every single permutation of color in the universe to be at my fingertips.  I just need a healthy handful (am already up to 40 and this is only a month long addiction).  I have told my hubs up front so that I can be more accountable, but also so that I can talk ABOUT it, the psychology, etc.  It's very interesting to listen to my internal chatterbox as she coaxes and coerces me into impulse buying, and I am trying to learn to just listen without responding.  Just started a mindfulness course too so I am sure it will help with the impulsivity, the acting without thinking, the trying to fill the void with colors and textures, and whatnot. Thanks Pixie for your Holiday pep talk!  You are always full of such warmth and wisdom :haha:

You're welcome doll! Be careful venturing into a new area of potential issue. Don't let it get too out of control before you evaluate your situation. Sounds like you're putting the breaks on at a good time. Proud of your progress! Including RHPS!

Only one of the mini pressed pigments from MAC's holiday collection is piquing my interest. Other than that, nada. FOTD... * MAC Paint Pot - Painterly (as an undereye corrector) * NARS Sheer Glow Foundation - Siberia * MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer - NW15 * MAC Eyeshadow - Stud (brows) * NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base * MAC Pigment - Naked * MAC Blush - Taupe (as an eyeshadow; used in crease. Turned out great!) * Prestige Total Intensity Eye Pencil - Deepest Black (upper waterline) * Prestige Total Intensity Eye Pencil - Bold Blue (lower waterline) * Urban Decay Smoked Palette - Evidence (lower lashline) * BareMinerals Flawless Defintion Mascara - Black * MAC MSF - Light Year * NYX MegaShine Lip Gloss - Nude Pink

Yay for only 1 pigment! And SUPER yay for Light Year! One of my favs!!

That was one of the things he commented on yesterday.  The way I carried myself caught his attention enough to enter a women's clothing store to speak with me.  I don't have a petite figure or have model looks by some standards, but I've been working to accept myself as I am now while I continue to improve myself.  I've finally stopped buying smaller sizes with the mindset that I'll fit into it one day, and am now buying for the body I have, knowing that as I improve my physical self, similar styles will around for the body I have at those stages. Anyway, he texted me this evening as he's working but wanted to let me know I crossed his mind.  He then called about an hour later and we talked for a bit and have a breakfast date on Saturday!  I'll let y'all know how it goes!

I'm so happy for you! So far so good on his part... Hope he stays on track w wooing our Yazmin!!

I'm with you on the gloss no-buy, Pixie. I love the way they look, but I have so many that I won't get them finished before they go bad. When I see a new pretty one I remind myself of what I already have.

Yes! I need a partner to keep me on track w those damn glosses!

So after buying all 12 of the nyx wicked lippies, I have to join u ladies here. My hubby and I recently started the dave Ramsey plan and makeup just doesn't make the cut anymore. I'm having such a hard time wrapping my head around not shopping as much anymore. I have a bad "collector" mentality. I collect everything unfortunately. If I don't need it I still justify it as being part of my collection. Makeup, disney collectibles, my little pony and monster high for my daughter( which I think I enjoy more than her) bags, shoes, etc. After buying a house last year and recently having our second kid I looked at our debt and lack of savings, looked around at all my "stuff" and cried. After that I got on board with my hubby trying to get myself happy another way. nice to see there's a place I can find some support here.

Welcome my dear! Trust me when I say... We have all been there. We will be your support team & give you the best advice we can whenever you may need it. All you have to do is ask! Glad you joined us!!

 

[Yazmin]

Anyway, he texted me this evening as he's working but wanted to let me know I crossed his mind. He then called about an hour later and we talked for a bit and have a breakfast date on Saturday! I'll let y'all know how it goes!

I'm so happy for you! So far so good on his part... Hope he stays on track w wooing our Yazmin!!

Yes! I deserve to be wooed and I won't feel ashamed to let him know it, too! He seems happy to rise to the challenge. We shall see...