Bare Escentuals (all)

mac_obsession

mac_obsession

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Originally Posted by sassy*girl
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Buy it on QVC....their kits are the "more for your money" kits. Sephoras are ok, but youre way better off going with qvc..Their return policy is good too, so if you dont like it you can generally return em.

Yeah, I only got it at Sephora 'cuz I''m in Canada. We sorta have a QVC here called TSC (the Shopping Channel) and they also sell mineral makeup called PurBlend. I haven't heard any people using that one, so I just went on ahead and ordered BE from Sephora :p[/I]

Let me know next time you need to order, and if you want (given that Im not absolutely broke from upcoming mac collections) and Ill try to cp it for you if you like
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( www.qvc.com )
 
Alexa

Alexa

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Bare Minerals (all)

ok ive noticed this for a while... once in a while when i put bare minerals on my face like..stings. but it only happens like..1 out of 4 times i wear it. does anyone know wtf is going on? i love my bare minerals but if this keeps up i can't use it for much longer..
 
Jude

Jude

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What kind of brush are you using? I noticed that if I am using my Nars Bronzer brush instead of the Bobbi Brown face brush, my application gets kinda stingy. Unless you are experiencing a chemically type sting? I get that feeling with Mineral Veil so I stopped using it.
 
jasper17

jasper17

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I get that once in a while but I think it's my brush more than anything - it's a crappy brush and the bristles like to come out. Otherwise, does it feel chemical?
 
Alexa

Alexa

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Originally Posted by DopeSickGirl
What kind of brush are you using? I noticed that if I am using my Nars Bronzer brush instead of the Bobbi Brown face brush, my application gets kinda stingy. Unless you are experiencing a chemically type sting? I get that feeling with Mineral Veil so I stopped using it.

i use the bare escentuals kabuki and flawless application brush.. its a chemically type of sting and it hurts! maybe i should try and see if its the mineral viel..
 
midnightlouise

midnightlouise

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I had the exact same thing happen and I am pretty sure it's because I tried the mineral veil "sandwich". I stopped doing that, and now I only use the mineral veil on my T-zone to combat shine. I also apply my foundation with a damp, flocked sponge because the kabuki brush tends to be too harsh on my skin if I use it on a regular basis. So since I've started doing all that, I haven't had a problem. Hope it works out for you, I'd die if I had to quit wearing mine!
 
midnightlouise

midnightlouise

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BE Eye Quickies

Saw these on QVC and I wondered if they really work like they're supposed to...anyone have any experiences with these? Thanks!
 
Alexa

Alexa

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Originally Posted by midnightlouise
I had the exact same thing happen and I am pretty sure it's because I tried the mineral veil "sandwich". I stopped doing that, and now I only use the mineral veil on my T-zone to combat shine. I also apply my foundation with a damp, flocked sponge because the kabuki brush tends to be too harsh on my skin if I use it on a regular basis. So since I've started doing all that, I haven't had a problem. Hope it works out for you, I'd die if I had to quit wearing mine!

hmm, i only put the mineral viel on top. ill try it with the sponge tomorrow! thanks
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Jude

Jude

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Originally Posted by Alexa
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Originally Posted by DopeSickGirl
What kind of brush are you using? I noticed that if I am using my Nars Bronzer brush instead of the Bobbi Brown face brush, my application gets kinda stingy. Unless you are experiencing a chemically type sting? I get that feeling with Mineral Veil so I stopped using it.

i use the bare escentuals kabuki and flawless application brush.. its a chemically type of sting and it hurts! maybe i should try and see if its the mineral viel..


If it is the mineral veil that is doing it to you, I would suggest that you try Palladio Rice Powder. It is super cheap at 5.00 and it works amazingly well. It is really light so it doesnt deposit any color onto your face.

If it is the brush, try the Bobbi brown Face Brush. It is about $35.00 and the hairs feel like velvet. I have had one for about a year and it never feels scratchy.

I hope this helps!
 
Jude

Jude

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I was so into BE at one time but with the exception of the foundation, I became underwhelmed with their product. The lipsticks were kinda boring and greasy, the mascara was so-so, at best and the eyeshadows werent pigmented enough. I know that I could foil for more depth but who wants to look like a vegas showgirl everyday
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If you do try them though, let me know how they were please!?
 
SOLO x STAR

SOLO x STAR

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Bare Escentuals doesn't give as much coverage (for me atleast, but I still like it) compared to Studio Finish Matt + Studio Fix. Have you tried using the Oil Control Lotion and Blot Powder for touch ups?
 
sassy*girl

sassy*girl

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i've been using bareminerals since i think february. i think it's pretty good, and actually stays on quite well. my face doesn't feel so 'heavy' when i use it, so it's pretty good especially right now since it's summer. i think the number of blemishes i got went down quite a bit after i started using this. even my dermatologist said my face has been looking better and i only get mild flare-ups now, if anything the blemishes usually don't even get to make their way to the top :p he also said it covers up nicely. for extra coverage though, i still use some concealer in problem areas, but that's about it! give it a try, maybe you'll like it
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oh one more thing though... some people get really frustrated with the application the first few times they try it because it's a loose powder, but usually after some practice it gets easier. HTH!
 
meaf

meaf

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BE Color Match

hi everyone! i am very unsure about which color i should use for the BE foundation. I am a Studiofix NC 43 and a Select spf 15 NC 45. As I do not have a Sephora where I am, I am unable to try out the colors. It seems like tan, medium tan or dark should work, but I am really confused. Thx for any advice.
 
perpetuallycute

perpetuallycute

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can you order from sephora.com?
they have a great starter kit - it has 2 different colours of foundation, mineral veil & warmth - plus brushes
all you have to do is determine
if you're:
Fairly Light/Light
Medium Beige/Medium
Tan/Medium Tan
Dark/Deep
 
Shanneran

Shanneran

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im not trying to deter your topic at all.. im just wondering if anyones tried it and if it really works as well as they say? im curious to try it but id have to order and do currency conversions.. just wondering if its worth the trouble
 
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