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[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Shypo Any time, any day my dear!! I've been known to road trip just to shop - and makeup shopping is my obsession......who am I kidding, any shopping is my obsession........ My son wants me to take his girlfriend with me to see my fave MUA - I'm going to do that - I think it would be great fun! I'll have to learn as I go!

I could look at makeup forever! dh says that he thinks its so funny how I'll look at the same color 2-3 times

Skin care is an obsession too - obviously.

That would be fun to have that time out with the girlfriend!

The stores were having their makeup events this weekend & boy were women shopping & swatching & buying. You couldn't hardly even get close to test the makeup or walk through the stores.

 

[shontay07108]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one I wondered where you went you do realize that you are responsible for talking us into Shontay's Lumiere

Shontay's Lumiere???

I love it! Well, it's pretty darn incredible.

 

[shontay07108]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one I could look at makeup forever! dh says that he thinks its so funny how I'll look at the same color 2-3 times Skin care is an obsession too - obviously. That would be fun to have that time out with the girlfriend! The stores were having their makeup events this weekend & boy were women shopping & swatching & buying. You couldn't hardly even get close to test the makeup or walk through the stores.

Makeup events are going on in my town, too. Someone from a Dior counter called me, but I'm not into Dior like I once was. I can only imagine the crazy scene at some of the stores.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by shontay07108 Makeup events are going on in my town, too. Someone from a Dior counter called me, but I'm not into Dior like I once was. I can only imagine the crazy scene at some of the stores.

I only use Diorshow waterproof mascara. I was going to get another during Sephoras sale - but it sold out

The shopping was off the hook this weekend - it was at Christmas levels

 

[Hypathya]

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ Too bad you don't have cdp, Hypathya. But you can save money for more Chanel.

I don't think I need another brand addiction

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ I read good reviews on the La Mer concealer too but I don't dare to go to the counter to try it. What if I fall in love with it? Then I have to part with a lot of money for it. Maybe when my cdp concealer is finishing I can try it...

Should I try this one...

I'm really frightened I get really hooked to La Mer.

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Originally Posted by mac_aiken OK, ladies, I need help and I am coming to the experts. Most of my experience with Chanel has been lippies. I picked up Poudre Douce in Almond when it came out and it has been sitting in my traincase waiting to be loved ever since. I am not sure how to use it. Is it a highlight powder or can it be used all over?

Almond is one of the brightest shiniest Poudre Douces so I don't suggest to use it all over, especially if you have large pores or/and a oily face. I think is an awesome highlighter, it really does the job without being that obvious.

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Originally Posted by elegant-one I also just bought 2 Bobbi Brown Illuminating bronzers in Antigua & Maui It was makeup day at Nordies yesterday & I was so excited to be able to see & play in all the colors. I am like a kid in the candy store around makeup.

I think we all here are, hun!!

Hubby says I'll be a bad influence on our kidds

. How am I to say them "just one toy/candy"???

Anyway, I think he will be too... He spoils me sooo much!!

He never ever says no!!

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Originally Posted by Shypo Oh, me TOO! It's like a new box of crayons or something!! So many pretty things! I'm going to Macy's today to look at Super again.....and maybe one last Rouge Coco......hopefully one of my sons will marry a makeup junkie like me so I can 'will' her all of my stash!! That, or I have granddaughters with the gene.......

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Originally Posted by elegant-one wow, you & I should shop together My daughter in law isn't quite into it like me - yet! She likes Bobbi Brown, but told me the other day she is really getting into Chanel Yesterday, I bought her Bobbi Browns cheek tint in sheer pink - its soooo pretty. I send her makeup all the time. I even bought her a pair of those colorful mini tweezerman tweezers the other day. Since I only have a son - I LOVE sharing everything girly with her. I looked at my stash this morning

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Originally Posted by Shypo Any time, any day my dear!! I've been known to road trip just to shop - and makeup shopping is my obsession......who am I kidding, any shopping is my obsession........ I know what you mean about sharing girly stuff - I have a niece, but she's young yet but getting there - I think though she's a tomboy she has a secret curiosity.....I'll convert her eventually. My son wants me to take his girlfriend with me to see my fave MUA - I'm going to do that - I think it would be great fun! I'll have to learn as I go!

I wish I had mothers in law like you both!!

Mine is 81 years old and has never cared much for make up!!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Hypathya I think we all here are, hun!! Hubby says I'll be a bad influence on our kidds . How am I to say them "just one toy/candy"??? Anyway, I think he will be too... He spoils me sooo much!! He never ever says no!! I wish I had mothers in law like you both!! Mine is 81 years old and has never cared much for make up!!

Well, I consider all here my adopted kids!

mine too - he never says no but it makes me feel a lil bit guilty (but not for long)

My mom just turned 82 & she never was big on a lot of makeup although I do remember her wearing a bright red lipstick when I was very young.

I am contemplating trying that La Mer concealer

 

[Shypo]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Well, I consider all here my adopted kids! mine too - he never says no but it makes me feel a lil bit guilty (but not for long) My mom just turned 82 & she never was big on a lot of makeup although I do remember her wearing a bright red lipstick when I was very young. I am contemplating trying that La Mer concealer

My mom turns 75 this year and never wore much makeup either, but her oldest sister was a makeup maven (and in her day an Avon lady

) so I must have gotten the bug from her......my mom has always been amazed/amused at my obsession.......can't help it.

Let me know how you like the concealer.....I may see if I can snag a sample when I go to Nordie's mid-week.....I don't have underye circle problems, but like to 'brighten' the area.....I've always had pretty good luck with Bobbi Brown's concealer system. I don't always wear it though, I must confess. Sometimes I forget

 

[purrtykitty]

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No idea where I got the makeup gene...no one, on either side of my family loves makeup like I do. Must be some sort of awesome mutation.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Shypo Let me know how you like the concealer.....I may see if I can snag a sample when I go to Nordie's mid-week.....I don't have underye circle problems, but like to 'brighten' the area.....I've always had pretty good luck with Bobbi Brown's concealer system. I don't always wear it though, I must confess. Sometimes I forget

I could only wish that I didn't need concealer - you are majorly lucky! I would like to try a sample first too.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty No idea where I got the makeup gene...no one, on either side of my family loves makeup like I do. Must be some sort of awesome mutation.

 

[Shypo]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one I also just bought 2 Bobbi Brown Illuminating bronzers in Antigua & Maui

I just ordered Maui as well - I've been wanting to try these so now seemed as good a time as any. I also ordered the Chantecaille Glee gloss that everyone raves about.

I have to travel again in a week - it's always such a challenge to decide what makeup to bring with me!!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Shypo I just ordered Maui as well - I've been wanting to try these so now seemed as good a time as any. I also ordered the Chantecaille Glee gloss that everyone raves about.

That's hilarious!

I swatched Maui yesterday & thought it was beautiful! antigua was as well, but Maui is fab - perfect for summer & to wear with Genial

 

[Hypathya]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Well, I consider all here my adopted kids! mine too - he never says no but it makes me feel a lil bit guilty (but not for long) My mom just turned 82 & she never was big on a lot of makeup although I do remember her wearing a bright red lipstick when I was very young. I am contemplating trying that La Mer concealer

Mine doesn't even make me feel a bit guilty

. I'm a lucky, lucky lady!!

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty No idea where I got the makeup gene...no one, on either side of my family loves makeup like I do. Must be some sort of awesome mutation.

Mom has always worn some make up, in fact, she introduced me to my all time love: Chanel. But now it is me the one who enables her!!

No one in my family has the serious love/addiction for cosmetics I do.

 

[Miss QQ]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Well, I consider all here my adopted kids! I am contemplating trying that La Mer concealer

Hi momma spy!

My mum doesn't wear makeup except lipstick on special occasions - not even once a year sometimes. I suspect she thinks makeup is frivolous. She used to oppose to me buying so much but now she sees it as my hobby and since it makes me happy, she has softened.

Try it.

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Originally Posted by mac_aiken OK, ladies, I need help and I am coming to the experts. Most of my experience with Chanel has been lippies. I picked up Poudre Douce in Almond when it came out and it has been sitting in my traincase waiting to be loved ever since. I am not sure how to use it. Is it a highlight powder or can it be used all over? Also, for those of you who recently purchased Genial l/s is it milky? I am looking for a hot, bright, more on the orange side coral.

I have Almond and when I just bought it, I used it all over my face after liquid foundation and it was a bit too shimmery, but nothing that shimmery or metallic like MSF. I love the texture. I think Almond is best used to brighten up the complexion, maybe after powdering the whole face. As a highlighter it is very subtle. I want to buy another Poudre Douce in a beige shade to use all over my face.

 

[Shadowy Lady]

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My counter said that we won't get the summer collection till May 7th

I'm bummed!

My mom is a big makeup girl. She always has makeup on and is supportive of my makeup habits lol! I think it's coz we're Persians though, never met Persian women that aren't into makeup.

 

[Shypo]

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Happy day today!!! I went to Nordie's (I am on vacation this week

) and picked up the following, in no particular order:

1. Chanel Crystalline powder in Rosee (I think that's the type of powder it is - it's gorgeous!!) - I did a 'pre-sale' on this for Nordie's upcoming beauty event and will combine it with some glossimers to get the 'free' gift........
2. Sample of La Mer concealer - will try it tomorrow to see how I like it
3. Sample of $375 Sublimage moisturizer
4. Bobbi Brown Antigua Illuminating Bronzing Powder (nod to elegant....
   
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5. #8 MUFE HD blush (PDA) - got the LAST one, in the drawer - my lucky day
6. Dior Dentelle blush - the one that is sold out EVERYWHERE - got the ONLY one
7. Sephora Contour Blush brush for MUFE HD blush application

Yippee!! A totally unplanned makeup fiesta!!!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Shypo Happy day today!!! I went to Nordie's Bobbi Brown Antigua Illuminating Bronzing Powder (nod to elegant.... Yippee!! A totally unplanned makeup fiesta!!!

You crack me up!

a girl after my own heart

So what is the sought after Dior blush?

I cannot wait to hear what you think of that concealer...& all else

 

[Shypo]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one [/list] You crack me up! a girl after my own heart So what is the sought after Dior blush? I cannot wait to hear what you think of that concealer...& all else

The Dior blush is called 'Edition Dentelle' blush poudre couleur & lumiere 'glowing powder blush' in #839 Vintage Pink. It has a lace imprint on the blush itself, and is two-sided - blush/highlight. I read about it I think on Karlasugar's blog, and had been lemming it ever since, but I thought I waited too late - it's been sold out for quite awhile.......

I will keep you posted on the concealer - cannot wait to try the BB illuminating bronzer too.....I almost like Antigua better than Maui, but I only saw them online and thought I would like Maui better...oh well, when I get it I'll try it and see. If you love them both, I'm sure I will too!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Shypo The Dior blush is called 'Edition Dentelle' blush poudre couleur & lumiere 'glowing powder blush' in #839 Vintage Pink. It has a lace imprint on the blush itself, and is two-sided - blush/highlight. I read about it I think on Karlasugar's blog, and had been lemming it ever since, but I thought I waited too late - it's been sold out for quite awhile....... I will keep you posted on the concealer - cannot wait to try the BB illuminating bronzer too.....I almost like Antigua better than Maui, but I only saw them online and thought I would like Maui better...oh well, when I get it I'll try it and see. If you love them both, I'm sure I will too!

Make me want to hunt that blush down

You know, I posted the other day how I wanted a waterproof concealer (I do have MUFE) Smashbox just came out with a waterproof natural looking concealer - launched only on QVC today! I got one to check it out.

Both Antigua & Maui looked beautiful - I couldn't decide so thats why I got both. I read where those that bought Antigua bought Maui - for the same reason

 

[shontay07108]

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Ooooh, you have a MUFE concealer? Which one? How do you like it? I'm keeping the MUFE board alive by my fingertips. You should drop by some time.