Theme Makeup with a Purpose

[Medgal07]

Where did they pull that one from lol

Good question!!! It's great for anyone who missed out the first time around.

 

[Anneri]

I was thinking about her and missing her too!!!! I hope all is well and that she's just busy w/life.
I hope you like your Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Illum Powder Gelée. It seemed to take on a more prominent life after a few uses. It's not as high-gloss illuminous
as the gelees of old, and although I love Modern Mercury, Heatwave, etc., this is a lovely addition to my collection because it's more subtle.

That's exactly why I got it! Modern Mercury etc. was much too shiny for me. I like my highlighters subtle, and this one has such a lovely sheen to it!

 

[Medgal07]

That's exactly why I got it! Modern Mercury etc. was much too shiny for me. I like my highlighters subtle, and this one has such a lovely sheen to it!

Awesome!!!!

This is perfect for you in that regard.

 

[starletta8]

Where did they pull that one from lol

I got one at a CCO back in mid-May....

 

[starletta8]

I strive to maintain balance in my life, and that includes in my makeup and wardrobe. After starting Pink Week off with a bold bang, the sauna outside has brought me to a softer and quieter pink. I'll call today "Pink is a Neutral". Challenge items are in italics.

Clothing/Accessories (for reference):
Blush pink blazer, light pink heels with lace, Kate Spade Balloon Bouquet Mini Pendant Necklace in Blush

Makeup:
Primers: Guerlain Meteorites (face), NARS ProPrime SmudgeProof (eyes)
Foundation:Tom Ford Traceless Perfecting Foundation
Concealers: NARS Concealer (face) & Creamy Concealer (eyes)
Powder: Chanel Les Beiges
Brows: Tom Ford Brow Sculptor
Blush: Tarte Mirage
HIghlighter: Dior Diorskin Shimmer Star 001 Rose Diamond (*sob* I almost hate using this because it reminds me how much I'll cry when it's gone. Darn you, Dior!)
Bronzer: Guerlain Terracotta 4 Seasons Nude
Eyeshadows: Burberry Sheer 02 Trench (base/highlighter) Burberry Complete Eye Palette No 10 Rose Pink (all 4 shades)
Eyeliner: Dior Diorshow Waterproof Eyeliner- Purple (sorry, it's across the room and I'm too lazy to grab the shade)
Mascara: Chanel Le Volume
Lipliner: Shiseido Smoothing Lip Pencil PK 304- Sakura
Lipstick: Edward Bess Ultra Slick Lipstick- Endless Dream
Mani: Zoya Addison (one of my favorite soft shimmery rose blush nude polishes)
Pedi: Tom Ford Trophy Wife

I'm giving myself bonus points for refraining from reaching for either Tom Ford palette, which are my pink go-tos!

 

[Medgal07]

I strive to maintain balance in my life, and that includes in my makeup and wardrobe. After starting Pink Week off with a bold bang, the sauna outside has brought me to a softer and quieter pink. I'll call today "Pink is a Neutral". Challenge items are in italics.

Clothing/Accessories (for reference):
Blush pink blazer, light pink heels with lace, Kate Spade Balloon Bouquet Mini Pendant Necklace in Blush

Makeup:
Primers: Guerlain Meteorites (face), NARS ProPrime SmudgeProof (eyes)
Foundation:Tom Ford Traceless Perfecting Foundation
Concealers: NARS Concealer (face) & Creamy Concealer (eyes)
Powder: Chanel Les Beiges
Brows: Tom Ford Brow Sculptor
Blush: Tarte Mirage
HIghlighter: Dior Diorskin Shimmer Star 001 Rose Diamond (*sob* I almost hate using this because it reminds me how much I'll cry when it's gone. Darn you, Dior!)
Bronzer: Guerlain Terracotta 4 Seasons Nude
Eyeshadows: Burberry Sheer 02 Trench (base/highlighter) Burberry Complete Eye Palette No 10 Rose Pink (all 4 shades)
Eyeliner: Dior Diorshow Waterproof Eyeliner- Purple (sorry, it's across the room and I'm too lazy to grab the shade)
Mascara: Chanel Le Volume
Lipliner: Shiseido Smoothing Lip Pencil PK 304- Sakura
Lipstick: Edward Bess Ultra Slick Lipstick- Endless Dream
Mani: Zoya Addison (one of my favorite soft shimmery rose blush nude polishes)
Pedi: Tom Ford Trophy Wife

I'm giving myself bonus points for refraining from reaching for either Tom Ford palette, which are my pink go-tos!

Doing mental cartwheels------- Love the sound of the entire look Starletta! You had me at "Blush Pink Blazer"!!!

 

[sagehen]

MAC Steady Going l/s, Dirty Plum blush were my challenge items. I am posting for accountability's sake. I need to try harder. I have been locked in the neutral eye for like a month now so I am going IN on green week and purple week. I am not doing pink on my eyes because it makes me look like allergies have taken me over. Plus, I love a bright pink lip, especially because of the reactions some people give at work. Always comedy. This reminds me - I need to pull out Silly and slather it on.

 

[Shars]

Um, ladies... I have a problem.

I have more pink skirts than work days left in the week.

I decided to reorganize my closet and found a ton of pink- which is hilarious since I was a redhead for many years who avoided it. I've got more pink skirts than pink palettes!

LOOOL!! At least if anyone says you need to wear pink for a meeting, you've got it covered!

 

[Shars]

MAC Steady Going l/s, Dirty Plum blush were my challenge items. I am posting for accountability's sake. I need to try harder. I have been locked in the neutral eye for like a month now so I am going IN on green week and purple week. I am not doing pink on my eyes because it makes me look like allergies have taken me over. Plus, I love a bright pink lip, especially because of the reactions some people give at work. Always comedy. This reminds me - I need to pull out Silly and slather it on.

How do you like Steady Going Sage? I liked that from the first Retro Matte release but I'm afraid it will be stiff and chalky. I love the colour though.

 

[sagehen]

How do you like Steady Going Sage? I liked that from the first Retro Matte release but I'm afraid it will be stiff and chalky. I love the colour though.

Not stiff at all. Goes on smoothly. The retro-matte only comes in when my lips are exceptionally dry. It dries so matte that my lip lines and patchy spots are accentuated. But I have eczema so yours might not look as bad as mine. Mine has flared up badly this year to the point of two treatments a day not working, and it's not always like that, but I decided I can't just NOT wear stuff because of a temporary condition. I put a nice layer of waxy balm underneath and it's fine. I'm sorry if that's TMI...It is a pale pink that I wear with NYX Prune liner. It is unlike any other pink shade I have.

 

[starletta8]

Quote: Originally Posted by Shars
LOOOL!! At least if anyone says you need to wear pink for a meeting, you've got it covered!



True story: I favor skirts and dresses at work because I'm too lazy/cheap to get pants tailored and I'm short.

The whole feeling feminine in a sea of black and grey is a bonus.

 

[Medgal07]

LOL! Well I'm glad you haven't retreated back to your shell because we love your personality!

Sounds good to me!!




Night owls unite!!
LOOOL!! At least if anyone says you need to wear pink for a meeting, you've got it covered!

 

[Shars]

True story: I favor skirts and dresses at work because I'm too lazy/cheap to get pants tailored and I'm short.

The whole feeling feminine in a sea of black and grey is a bonus.

I favour skirts and dresses because I can throw on a cardigan and I hate to iron pants lol!! I'm short too but luckily I've been pretty lucky with getting nice suits in the petite sections.

 

[Medgal07]

How do you like Steady Going Sage? I liked that from the first Retro Matte release but I'm afraid it will be stiff and chalky. I love the colour though.
Oh I love Steady Going---haven't worn it since March but that's because of our lipstick challenge. It's such a pretty pink!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by sagehen


Not stiff at all. Goes on smoothly. The retro-matte only comes in when my lips are exceptionally dry. It dries so matte that my lip lines and patchy spots are accentuated. But I have eczema so yours might not look as bad as mine. Mine has flared up badly this year to the point of two treatments a day not working, and it's not always like that, but I decided I can't just NOT wear stuff because of a temporary condition. I put a nice layer of waxy balm underneath and it's fine. I'm sorry if that's TMI...It is a pale pink that I wear with NYX Prune liner. It is unlike any other pink shade I have.

Not at all Sage---you never know---it might help someone else w/the same struggle. I hope it gets better soon.

 

[Medgal07]

That's good to hear! I'll probably pick it up when I get around to ordering what I want from the new matte release. And no, certainly not TMI. We're all family here!

I favour skirts and dresses because I can throw on a cardigan and I hate to iron pants lol!! I'm short too but luckily I've been pretty lucky with getting nice suits in the petite sections.

I'm short too!!!

Pee wees unite!!!!

 

[Shars]

I'm short too!!!

Pee wees unite!!!!

Short ladies do it best!!

 

[Medgal07]

Sold... to the lipstick addict on the left!!

Short ladies do it best!!

You know it!!!!!

 

[starletta8]

Today I went for a romantic eye look accidentally. I just went to use one of my pink palettes (Naked 3) and the end result is just soft and romantic. With Naked 3, I honestly have to use a ton of shades to avoid the dreaded pinkeye effect.

As always, challenge items in italics. Today I also snuck in a few of my "use it up" items.

Primers: Shiseido Refining Makeup Primer (face), NARS Pro Prime Smudge Proof (eyes)
Concealer: Shiseido Natural Finish Concealer
Foundation: Burberry Sheer Foundation
Powder: Chanel Les Beiges
Blush; Benefit Dandelion
Bronzer: Guerlain Terracotta 4 Seasons Nude
Highlighter: ColourPop Lunch Money
Finishing Powder: Guerlain Crazy Meteorites
Brows: Tom Ford Brow Perfecter
Eyeshadow: Burberry Sheer Eyeshadow 02 Trench (highlighter, to brow), Urban Decay Limit (lid base), Strange (inner eye highlight), Burnout (crease),Dust (inner lid), Buzz (middle lid), Liar (outer lid)
Eyeliner: Dior Diorshow Liner Waterproof Prune/Plum 888 (this is what I also used yesterday)
Mascara: Armani Black Ecstasy
Lipliner: Lancome Le Lipstique- Clair
Lipstick: Tom Ford Lips & Boys Frencesco
Mani: Chanel Beige Rose (3 coats), accent of L'Oreal Garden Party on my ring fingers (1 coat)
Pedi: Tom Ford Trophy Wife

Clothing/Accessories for Pink Week: Deep Pink pencil skirt, floral blouse

 

[Jaymuhlee]

Hi!!! I've been so busy with my new job I haven't been able to contribute anything lately, though I have been checking in and reading what you all are up to! Every morning I ride my bike 6 miles into work so I've been doing my makeup in the office bathroom because I'm usually covered in road grit by the time I get there. Plus, my helmet would wipe away everything on my forehead and the sides of my face. Sadly, that means I've been completely ignoring my eyes because managing to do foundation, blush, bronzer, highlight, mascara, brows, and lips is a struggle enough! It makes me sad but the commute is so much faster if I ride. Today I'm wearing an orange top so I decided on Bite Cin Cin which is coral orange, and Tarte Tipsy on my cheeks, also coral. Not on target for the theme but least my nails are pink!

 

[sagehen]

Hi!!! I've been so busy with my new job I haven't been able to contribute anything lately, though I have been checking in and reading what you all are up to! Every morning I ride my bike 6 miles into work so I've been doing my makeup in the office bathroom because I'm usually covered in road grit by the time I get there. Plus, my helmet would wipe away everything on my forehead and the sides of my face. Sadly, that means I've been completely ignoring my eyes because managing to do foundation, blush, bronzer, highlight, mascara, brows, and lips is a struggle enough! It makes me sad but the commute is so much faster if I ride. Today I'm wearing an orange top so I decided on Bite Cin Cin which is coral orange, and Tarte Tipsy on my cheeks, also coral. Not on target for the theme but least my nails are pink!

1. Congrats on new job 2. Kudos on riding to work, for a variety of reasons. 3. Yay pink nails! They count.