Theme Makeup with a Purpose

[mkoparanova]

Wow Maggie---that's a real challenge. I just had my first experience w/fading matte eyeshadow and it really surprised me. The only prevalent thing that I could
attribute it to was the high heat & humidity. We're expecting more of that this week so I'll be watching carefully.

You've been under great stress recently Anneri which may account for the skin eruptions---I hope things calm down for you soon.
GOOD LUCK with the job interview!!!!!!

It is very hot here too! It's 99 F atm and it's going to be about 105 tomorrow

I've been hiding at home with the AC in past couple of days

, so I only wore makeup on Monday:

Face:
Revlon Colorstay 180 + D&G Perfect luminous liquid foundation in 75
MAC Light boost + YSL Touche Eclat 1
Chanel poudre universelle libre 20
D&G Tan
MAC Corol
Laura Mercier Ritual
theBalm Mary Lou-manizer

Eyes:
UDPP
Dior Univers
Too faced Chocolate bar Amaretto
CT Dark pearl
Zoeva rose golden palette Shining bright
MAC Vanilla pigment
Chanel Le volume

Lips:
Chanel Songe

And one picture, I posted more in a different thread:

 

[Shars]

UDPP works best for me. I've tried many brands but I get the best results with that one. I doesn't help me with the matte eyeshadows though..
It is very hot here too! It's 99 F atm and it's going to be about 105 tomorrow

I've been hiding at home with the AC in past couple of days

, so I only wore makeup on Monday:

Face:
Revlon Colorstay 180 + D&G Perfect luminous liquid foundation in 75
MAC Light boost + YSL Touche Eclat 1
Chanel poudre universelle libre 20
D&G Tan
MAC Corol
Laura Mercier Ritual
theBalm Mary Lou-manizer

Eyes:
UDPP
Dior Univers
Too faced Chocolate bar Amaretto
CT Dark pearl
Zoeva rose golden palette Shining bright
MAC Vanilla pigment
Chanel Le volume

Lips:
Chanel Songe

And one picture, I posted more in a different thread:

I'm using UDPP right now, even though I prefer my Too Faced Shadow Insurance. But as you said, it doesn't help with the matte shadows.

 

[mkoparanova]

I'm using UDPP right now, even though I prefer my Too Faced Shadow Insurance. But as you said, it doesn't help with the matte shadows.

I've been wanting to try it, how does it compare to UD?

 

[Shars]

I've been wanting to try it, how does it compare to UD?

I like it more. I feel like my shadows last longer and I just prefer the texture the TFSI gives my lids. The UDPP makes my lids a bit crepy and it leaves a slight cast since I have darker eyelids. The TFSI doesn't do that. I've heard people who weren't 100% fussed with the regular UDPP say they like the anti-aging version more. I have a mini of that so I'm going to give that a try before going back to my old faithful TFSI.

 

[Medgal07]

I like it more. I feel like my shadows last longer and I just prefer the texture the TFSI gives my lids. The UDPP makes my lids a bit crepy and it leaves a slight cast since I have darker eyelids. The TFSI doesn't do that. I've heard people who weren't 100% fussed with the regular UDPP say they like the anti-aging version more. I have a mini of that so I'm going to give that a try before going back to my old faithful TFSI.

I use the UDPP Anti-aging formula and it's not drying like the regular formula. The regular formula had started making my lids dry and scaly.

 

[mkoparanova]

I use the UDPP Anti-aging formula and it's not drying like the regular formula. The regular formula had started making my lids dry and scaly.

I haven't had this problem but I definitely don't want to have it in the future, so I'll convert to the anti-ageing formula!

 

[Shars]

I use the UDPP Anti-aging formula and it's not drying like the regular formula. The regular formula had started making my lids dry and scaly.

That's how I feel about it!!!

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

I am trying the NARS primer on for size right now (after getting creasing with the UDPP Anti-Aging) and I got creasing today and some fading yesterday. I don't know if it's a deficiency in the products or if it's just the heat and no primer can standup to it. I guess I'll try TFSI next.

 

[Medgal07]

I am trying the NARS primer on for size right now (after getting creasing with the UDPP Anti-Aging) and I got creasing today and some fading yesterday. I don't know if it's a deficiency in the products or if it's just the heat and no primer can standup to it. I guess I'll try TFSI next.

I'm not sure there are products that can withstand 100 degree heat & humidity. Please share the news if you find one!!!

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

I'm not sure there are products that can withstand 100 degree heat & humidity. Please share the news if you find one!!!

It's just super disappointing. When I was using the original UDPP while living in Atlanta I didn't have creasing and now I can't seem to find anything that works. Maybe I just need to buy another tube of the original UDPP at this point. I'm not sure what to do.

 

[Icecaramellatte]

It's just super disappointing. When I was using the original UDPP while living in Atlanta I didn't have creasing and now I can't seem to find anything that works. Maybe I just need to buy another tube of the original UDPP at this point. I'm not sure what to do.

Have you tried the Fergie primer? It is amazing.

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

Have you tried the Fergie primer? It is amazing.

I will definitely give it a try. Thanks for the rec!

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

Wednesday's Metal Look:

Primers:
Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation Primer
NARS Pro Primer
Smashbox Photo Finish Under Eye Primer
UD All Nighter Setting Spray

Face:
MUFE Face & Body Foundation
Cover FX Custom Cover Drops
MAC Pro Longerwear Pressed Powder
Bobbi Brown Corrector
MAC Select Cover Up & MAC Studio Lights
MAC MSF in Sun Power

Guerlain Terracota Bronzer #8
MAC Definitive Sculpting Powder (contour)
MAC Swiss Chocolate Blush
MAC Format Blush
Becca Champagne Gold SSP (powder)
The Balm Cindy Lou Manizer (brow highlight)

Eyes
UD Moonstone (highlight)
MAC Constructivist p/p (base)
MAC Old Gold Pigment (lid)
UD Lounge (crease, blend)
Ben Nye Cork & Coco Brown e/s (crease)
UD West e/s (chocolate brown - outer crease)
NYX Slide On Pencil in Tropical Green (lower lash line)
Lancome Brow Expert

 

[Anneri]

I feel very accomplished that I managed a look that's belonging to our weekly theme!

Super rushed this morning, but pulled out my grey palette (all Mac) and used Silverthorn (I know it's not fair to harp on this, but it's truely the best silver ever - but was LE) all over the lid and Silver Fog piggie in the inner corners. I used two Kiko Chrystal eyeliners - on the lower lashline a silvery green (01) and on the upper lashline a gunmetal grey (06).

Did go light on the foundation and just used a tinted sunscreen (Skinceuticals) with a light layer of MAC's Mineralize Loose foundation over it. Clinique Peach Pop and Fashion Force on lips.


I also started birthday week early and treated me to two new books, a new mascara (Catrice - which is coming to Ulta in the US soon!) and a beautyblender. Oh, and good news: my phone is working again!!!

 

[Shars]

I feel very accomplished that I managed a look that's belonging to our weekly theme!

Super rushed this morning, but pulled out my grey palette (all Mac) and used Silverthorn (I know it's not fair to harp on this, but it's truely the best silver ever - but was LE) all over the lid and Silver Fog piggie in the inner corners. I used two Kiko Chrystal eyeliners - on the lower lashline a silvery green (01) and on the upper lashline a gunmetal grey (06).

Did go light on the foundation and just used a tinted sunscreen (Skinceuticals) with a light layer of MAC's Mineralize Loose foundation over it. Clinique Peach Pop and Fashion Force on lips.


I also started birthday week early and treated me to two new books, a new mascara (Catrice - which is coming to Ulta in the US soon!) and a beautyblender. Oh, and good news: my phone is working again!!!

Your look sounds so nice. What lip colour did you go with to tie it together. And yayyy re your phone!!

 

[Anneri]

Your look sounds so nice. What lip colour did you go with to tie it together. And yayyy re your phone!!

MAC Huggable in Fashion Force! One of my fave huggables, but then it's my fave formula for lipsticks ever.

I'm so happy about the phone you wouldn't believe! First thing I did was to back up everything. Everything!!!

 

[Shars]

MAC Huggable in Fashion Force! One of my fave huggables, but then it's my fave formula for lipsticks ever.

I'm so happy about the phone you wouldn't believe! First thing I did was to back up everything. Everything!!!

Ooh nice. I still haven't tried the huggables lol. I really need to try at least one!
I can imagine re the phone. A couple months ago mine shut down and would not restart. I was almost distraught after the technician told me he would need to wipe my phone and reset it to see what the problem was. Then something told me I should try changing the battery. I did that and my phone was back up and all my data was saved. I also backed up everything quickly and moved a lot of my important stuff (pictures and what not) over to my memory card!

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

Have you tried the Fergie primer? It is amazing.

I'm wearing the Fergie primer today and so far so good! Let's hope it keeps it up so that I can return the NARS.

 

[Icecaramellatte]

I'm wearing the Fergie primer today and so far so good! Let's hope it keeps it up so that I can return the NARS.

I was going to get the Nars primer but then I heard the Fergie was just as good or better and for the price I figured it was worth the try.

 

[awickedshape]

I think yesterday's look is the only theme look this week. Used my beloved GA Shadow eye tint all over the lid with the YSL no. 9 couture palette. Used that lovely pale pink in the inner corner of the eye and in the crease and the peachy highlighting shade on the top left under the browbone. Chanel Camélia de Plumes platine highlighter and TF Skinny Dip lipstick. Didn't get a good pic.