I love her blog, and I don't even care about her or reviewing not reviewing MAC products because I'm not that big into collections these days and I think there is really only going to be Temptalia and MBB swatching and reviewing ENTIRE MAC collections, and honestly MBB isn't even reviewing half the products she swatches. But I wish she posted more often and reviewed a wider shade range and brand range of products. It's a great start though...
Werd! As it is, there aren't even that many non-WOC bloggers who have such an extensive blog apart from like Phyrra, Karen, Allurabeauty and a few others. TS&BD takes forever to review stuff 'cause she still works/freelances full time and that is assuming she is sent an item. We need somebody who doesn't need a job to pay the bills and can do that all day lol. I would like a WOC Wayne Goss!! lol I do appreciate that he takes the time to mention whether, based on his MUA experience, a product will suit or show up on people of different skin tones. However, I still want to see it swatched against a "brown background" nahmean?
No C, no apologies necessary. We, the reading public, can see it! I'm glad (in a way) that it happened, as I have happily moved on and explored other brands. I do agree with the bias for HE brands. Some of them don't even carry our shades in foundations but that doesn't mean we won't enjoy other colour cosmetics like lipsticks, blush, etc.
I mean blogging is not like writing for the New York Times but at least learn proper spelling and grammar. English is my second language but I strive to learn it. There are also tools available to help you. I just can't take it sometimes. Lol.
I really want to try to put us on the map but same with me the time and I will admit I am lazy lol. But starting soon I am going to give it a try
Oh, this is not a rant. It's also very clear that these brands ignore WOC makeup bloggers, because they are out there. I love Temptalia, but sometimes I don't want to do the mental gymnastics necessary to figure out what would work for me. It would be nice if the respect was given, but when in history has that happened? I don't blame you for going the indie route. I'm just selfishly hoping for the compendium of swatches that T has for the brown girls.
I agree!! Some of them aren't interested. They just want free products and popularity. We all have that one friend that is a grammar nazi. Let them proof-read your posts if they are willing.
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Agreed. Sometimes they give unsolicited advice that this shade works on Brown skin or this shade makes you ashy like they know our skin. It's very tricky to work with women of color. Because each of us absorbs and projects colors differently.
The popularity and getting free products mentality sucks. Write proper English. If you are uncomfortable with the language, just don't use it and have Google translate do its magic. If you've wanted to broaden your readership, learn the language or take basic English classes. English is dead! LOL
I wont tell you that.
OMG African Violet is also calling me. Maybe I will order online to get the free sample of the Algenist Bi-Phase Peel... The stick is poking me!I wont tell you that.oke: I will tell you that African Violet, Bamboo and Violet Ink are also beautiful
Yes omg can't wait for the blush extention line because Cinderella and wash and dry were not too brown girl friendly as usual with all the Mac limited edition lines
I'm with Dilli, Sage! I've lusted after that palette for so long! It will be mine!I wont tell you that.
I will tell you that African Violet, Bamboo and Violet Ink are also beautiful
