PeachTwist
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Hope you all had a great weekend and a fantastic week ahead.
Resolution "LOW-BUY" 2014! Who wants to play?
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charlotte366
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30 days 30 lippies round 2! Progress Summary : 5 OUT : 10 KEEP Day 1 25/05: Revlon Romantic Kissable Balm Stain - umm its going i like the color but have other pencil formulas I prefer, this one is gone - OUT Day 2 26/05: L'Oreal Glossy Balm Sin on Peach - love the colour but made my lips sore, this one is gone - OUT Day 3 27/05: Revlon Honey Kissable Balm Stain - I think this is going to go to, its not the best on me. - OUT Day 4 28/05: Rimmel Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick in 20 - its a better colour,it looks good now my hair is back to its natural cool dark brown shade, the perfect clash. - KEEP Day 5 29/05: Rimmel Moisture Renew 130 Oxford Street Fushia, its not fushisa, but an amped up version of mac creme cup, me likely so it stays - KEEP Day 6 30/05: Clarins Instant Light Lip Perfector in 02 - basic light tint in a moisturising formula - KEEP Day 7 31/05: Lancome Rouge in Love in Rouge in Love, red perfection - KEEP Day 8 01/06: No lipstick today just Nivea Balm in Honey & Milk - hangover day from the previous night 
Day 9 02/06: Nivea Soft Rose Lip Balm - not sure I like this, I don't think it sits very naturally on my lips - OUT Day 10 03/06: Topshop Gloss Ink in Sugar Rush - its a keeper I love this formula a lot and this is a great everyday colour - KEEP Day 11 04/06: Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in 55 Romantic - This is love an nearly finished, in fact its would be finished if not for these challenges, so leaving it on my desk to top up during the day - KEEP Day 12 05/06: Rimmel Moisture Renew Vintage Pink - I love this formula but this colour is off on my a touch too purple to be a MLBB, it looks grey unfortunately it is an OUT Day 13 06/06: Shu Uemura Supreme Shine PK 356, i picked out the 4 of these I never wear for this challenge, this is the least glittery and I like this one, its staying - KEEP Day 14 07/06: Bourjois Rouge Velvet Edition in Framborise - Softer than the other 2 colours I own definately more wearable for work - KEEP Day 15 08/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Fushisaristic - Glossy, nonsticky soft pink - KEEP Day 16 09/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Nudist - glossy soft beige, nude but not washed out nude - KEEP I am now halfway through my second 30 day lippie challenge and currently I have 2/3rd keeps and 1/3rd to go. I won't bother trying any more of the Soap & Glory Gloss sticks as after 2 consequtive days I have been reminded how much I like them for summer days! Going to pick out another 14 products to get me to the end of the challenge, consentrating on those that I am not sure on. Still having debates on my UD naked palettes, i just keep bypassing them! I wore naked 1 on Saturday and didn't like the look, it also didn't stand up to the heat and humidity very well. I think in reality if I loved them I would have found a way to make them work and start using them by now. I think I am going to start finding them a new home. I am reaching for my MAC shadows more and other quads and I don't want to keep anything thats unloved, i am going to part with naked 1 and Naked 3 and keep Naked 2 a little longer as I do find more use for that one.
Day 9 02/06: Nivea Soft Rose Lip Balm - not sure I like this, I don't think it sits very naturally on my lips - OUT Day 10 03/06: Topshop Gloss Ink in Sugar Rush - its a keeper I love this formula a lot and this is a great everyday colour - KEEP Day 11 04/06: Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in 55 Romantic - This is love an nearly finished, in fact its would be finished if not for these challenges, so leaving it on my desk to top up during the day - KEEP Day 12 05/06: Rimmel Moisture Renew Vintage Pink - I love this formula but this colour is off on my a touch too purple to be a MLBB, it looks grey unfortunately it is an OUT Day 13 06/06: Shu Uemura Supreme Shine PK 356, i picked out the 4 of these I never wear for this challenge, this is the least glittery and I like this one, its staying - KEEP Day 14 07/06: Bourjois Rouge Velvet Edition in Framborise - Softer than the other 2 colours I own definately more wearable for work - KEEP Day 15 08/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Fushisaristic - Glossy, nonsticky soft pink - KEEP Day 16 09/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Nudist - glossy soft beige, nude but not washed out nude - KEEP I am now halfway through my second 30 day lippie challenge and currently I have 2/3rd keeps and 1/3rd to go. I won't bother trying any more of the Soap & Glory Gloss sticks as after 2 consequtive days I have been reminded how much I like them for summer days! Going to pick out another 14 products to get me to the end of the challenge, consentrating on those that I am not sure on. Still having debates on my UD naked palettes, i just keep bypassing them! I wore naked 1 on Saturday and didn't like the look, it also didn't stand up to the heat and humidity very well. I think in reality if I loved them I would have found a way to make them work and start using them by now. I think I am going to start finding them a new home. I am reaching for my MAC shadows more and other quads and I don't want to keep anything thats unloved, i am going to part with naked 1 and Naked 3 and keep Naked 2 a little longer as I do find more use for that one.
Calla88
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I'm in a quandry, I've been debating for the past couple of weeks about getting Dodgy Girl ( love my lavender) but I missed MAC, Nordstrom, and Macy's online, partly because I unsubscribed to collection thread and partly because I forgot this morning even though I was up during the launch just didn't check the sites until I signed on Spectra and saw a pic of someone wearing it! My focus has been my candle stash which crazy low and two of my favorite comp were having sales over the weekend! I've never missed all of the my go to spots before online, so is this a sign that I don't need it. I know I still have the in store option , but it's launching on a busy day for me and I would have to adjust my schedule accordingly. Thoughts anyone??/ Thanks
PeachTwist
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Skip.
If it was something you really, truly wanted - you wouldn't have missed anything and wouldn't even be seeking advice (not that it's a bad thing). Take that as your sign to leave it.
dorni
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I'm doing quite well on my low-buy. Just 2 items from AA, Baalbek Eye Paint from Nars and 2 Ombre Couture from Givenchy. Happy with all of them. I'm a bit on the fence about the CC-Primer that I've bought as well. It's not as neutralizing as i had hoped. Ah, and a NYX lip pencil.
I've managed to skip PL, Playland and I will skip the Osbournes and, most likely, MB as well. Perphaps Black Ivy f/l...
So far I'm doing o.k, but the autum LE's are usually my weak spot and honestly, I'm really well stocked on all those dark, vampy colours. Hopefully I can show more restraint this time.
And still eyeing the new NARS Dual-Intensity e/s, but the hefty price tag makes resisting a bit easier.
I've managed to skip PL, Playland and I will skip the Osbournes and, most likely, MB as well. Perphaps Black Ivy f/l...
So far I'm doing o.k, but the autum LE's are usually my weak spot and honestly, I'm really well stocked on all those dark, vampy colours. Hopefully I can show more restraint this time.
And still eyeing the new NARS Dual-Intensity e/s, but the hefty price tag makes resisting a bit easier.
ChosenOne
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So I had to buy a top coat for nail polish today. I did my nails the other night and realized the one I had was SO old that it was stringy. Yes, stringy. It looked like thin, long, clear hairs were stuck in my nail polish. Never had THAT happen before! Yucky.
So I decided to go for the Butter London top coat since I know many people here like that brand and I never tried them. They had a promo going on where if you buy $25 worth of BL, you get a little cosmetics pouch. I started looking for a nail polish to get to hit the $25 mark, but stopped myself just before placing it in my cart. I have 4 or 5 polishes I haven't even worn once yet that I love and am eager to cycle through. I really don't need another one right now...and I certainly don't need another bag of any sort, so why was I going to spend money to get one (even if it was a free gift with purchase)? Just no.
End result: I placed my order for my top coat and got a few free samples, plus used my 10% offer I had from Sephora. Let this be proof to you, Sephora, that 10% is not going to make me buy any more than I would on a normal day! Show me the bigger discounts and I'll break, lol.
End result: I placed my order for my top coat and got a few free samples, plus used my 10% offer I had from Sephora. Let this be proof to you, Sephora, that 10% is not going to make me buy any more than I would on a normal day! Show me the bigger discounts and I'll break, lol.
ILoveMakeup84
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30 Day Lip Challenge Day 1: MAC Big Bow Glaze Lipstick Day 2: Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain in Tropical Frenzy- Love these twist and shine balms! They do leave a gorgeous stain and they're like $3 each so a total bargain! Day 3: MAC Pink Popcorn Lustre lipstick- AMAZING lippie! The color is a gorgeous pinky purple that brightens up my face. Wish I had gotten several b/u's lol Day 4: Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain in Sweet Pink- Again love these balm stain! This color is a gorgeous true pink. Love it! Day 5: MAC Morning Rose Cremesheen Lipstick- A nice everyday-MLBB color.
patentg33k
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I can't justify that lipstick after reading about the staining. I think it sold out almost immediately (I probably would have missed it, even if I'd wanted it), it's better to get a week's good night sleep and not rearranging things for a lipstick that stains. JMHO, your mileage may vary.
PeachTwist
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Hey, how are things going for you? I haven't been around but I remember you were job hunting. Have you managed to find anything yet? Hope so!
CrimsonQuill157
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I think @PeachTwist is right. On the off chance you do get some buyers remorse, there are lots of indie options that are a lot cheaper than MAC that have similar shades - and they're perm, so you can always wait.
Calla88
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PeachTwist, Ajigglin, Patentg33K and CrimsonQuill, thanks for your input and I'm definitely not struggling to get it Which means I won't be getting it as it selling like ice water on 100 degree day. ! CQ , funny that your mentioned indie brands I was just looking at the option, plus wondering if could create that look from my existing stash!
Prettypackages
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That's a good point!
Jaymuhlee
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I'm doing the June Brights challenge @Medgal07 started over in the Theme Makeup thread, but I figure I can post those colors here as well! Last week was bright pinks and I wore:
Day 1: Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Moss in 06 - getting rid of it
Day 2: Wet n Wild Mega Last Lip Color in Smokin' Hot Pink - keeping
Day 3: L'Oréal Color Riche in Pink Flamingo - not sure (blame the smell!)
Day 4: MAC Girl About Town - keeping because it's perfect
Day 5: Milani Hot Pink Rage - getting rid of it
Day 6: Bite Beauty's Deconstructed Rose lipstick in Damask - also keeping because it's perfect
Day 7: MAC Red Balloon - even more perfection
Sorry if it's annoying to repeat the same info -- I didn't want to flood the threads!
Day 1: Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Moss in 06 - getting rid of it
Day 2: Wet n Wild Mega Last Lip Color in Smokin' Hot Pink - keeping
Day 3: L'Oréal Color Riche in Pink Flamingo - not sure (blame the smell!)
Day 4: MAC Girl About Town - keeping because it's perfect
Day 5: Milani Hot Pink Rage - getting rid of it
Day 6: Bite Beauty's Deconstructed Rose lipstick in Damask - also keeping because it's perfect
Day 7: MAC Red Balloon - even more perfection
Sorry if it's annoying to repeat the same info -- I didn't want to flood the threads!
Medgal07
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Go you! :cheer: I'm working exclusively with Naked 1 this month to decide if I want to keep it. Jury's still out at the moment. Talking of N1, here's my look from yesterday...
- It Cosmetics YSBB CC Cream - Fair
- MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer - NW15
- MAC Paint Pot - Painterly (under the eyes, pre-CC cream)
- UDPP
- UD Naked 1 - Sin on the lid, Naked through/above the crease, Buck in the outer corner
- Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara - Black
- Benefit Hoola
- Maybelline ColorSensational Vivids Lipstick - Shocking Coral
- NARS Satin Lip Pencil - Lodhi
Perhaps that's a sign, your forgetting all about it. I agree with others and say to skip, as you can likely find something similar within other brands. :nods:
PixieDancer
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This is basically my only go-to look from this palette and I've bought the shades as singles. If I can't find another reason to keep it, Naked 1 is outta here!I'm doing the June Brights challenge @Medgal07 started over in the Theme Makeup thread, but I figure I can post those colors here as well! Last week was bright pinks and I wore:
Day 1: Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Moss in 06 - getting rid of it
Day 2: Wet n Wild Mega Last Lip Color in Smokin' Hot Pink - keeping
Day 3: L'Oréal Color Riche in Pink Flamingo - not sure (blame the smell!)
Day 4: MAC Girl About Town - keeping because it's perfect
Day 5: Milani Hot Pink Rage - getting rid of it
Day 6: Bite Beauty's Deconstructed Rose lipstick in Damask - also keeping because it's perfect
Day 7: MAC Red Balloon - even more perfection
Sorry if it's annoying to repeat the same info -- I didn't want to flood the threads!
I loved your post over in that thread! Lovely pics and great breakdown! NEVER worry about "flooding" anything... we all love to see these posts!!
Quote: Originally Posted by shellygrrl
Go you!
I'm working exclusively with Naked 1 this month to decide if I want to keep it. Jury's still out at the moment.
Talking of N1, here's my look from yesterday...
Perhaps that's a sign, your forgetting all about it. I agree with others and say to skip, as you can likely find something similar within other brands.
- It Cosmetics YSBB CC Cream - Fair
- MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer - NW15
- MAC Paint Pot - Painterly (under the eyes, pre-CC cream)
- UDPP
- UD Naked 1 - Sin on the lid, Naked through/above the crease, Buck in the outer corner
- Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara - Black
- Benefit Hoola
- Maybelline ColorSensational Vivids Lipstick - Shocking Coral
- NARS Satin Lip Pencil - Lodhi
Thanks for inspiring me to use it!!
Ajigglin
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Thanks for asking, Peach! Still nothing yet. I have a second phone interview for a job on Wednesday. I'm about to go the headhunter route.
charlotte366
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30 days 30 lippies round 2! Progress Summary : 5 OUT : 11 KEEP Day 1 25/05: Revlon Romantic Kissable Balm Stain - umm its going i like the color but have other pencil formulas I prefer, this one is gone - OUT Day 2 26/05: L'Oreal Glossy Balm Sin on Peach - love the colour but made my lips sore, this one is gone - OUT Day 3 27/05: Revlon Honey Kissable Balm Stain - I think this is going to go to, its not the best on me. - OUT Day 4 28/05: Rimmel Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick in 20 - its a better colour,it looks good now my hair is back to its natural cool dark brown shade, the perfect clash. - KEEP Day 5 29/05: Rimmel Moisture Renew 130 Oxford Street Fushia, its not fushisa, but an amped up version of mac creme cup, me likely so it stays - KEEP Day 6 30/05: Clarins Instant Light Lip Perfector in 02 - basic light tint in a moisturising formula - KEEP Day 7 31/05: Lancome Rouge in Love in Rouge in Love, red perfection - KEEP Day 8 01/06: No lipstick today just Nivea Balm in Honey & Milk - hangover day from the previous night Day 9 02/06: Nivea Soft Rose Lip Balm - not sure I like this, I don't think it sits very naturally on my lips - OUT Day 10 03/06: Topshop Gloss Ink in Sugar Rush - its a keeper I love this formula a lot and this is a great everyday colour - KEEP Day 11 04/06: Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in 55 Romantic - This is love an nearly finished, in fact its would be finished if not for these challenges, so leaving it on my desk to top up during the day - KEEP Day 12 05/06: Rimmel Moisture Renew Vintage Pink - I love this formula but this colour is off on my a touch too purple to be a MLBB, it looks grey unfortunately it is an OUT Day 13 06/06: Shu Uemura Supreme Shine PK 356, I picked out the 4 of these I never wear for this challenge, this is the least glittery and I like this one, its staying - KEEP Day 14 07/06: Bourjois Rouge Velvet Edition in Framborise - Softer than the other 2 colours I own definately more wearable for work - KEEP Day 15 08/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Fushisaristic - Glossy, nonsticky soft pink - KEEP Day 16 09/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Nudist - glossy soft beige, nude but not washed out nude - KEEP Day 17 10/06: Revlon Lip Butter in Sweet Tart - its a keep, I was hoping to get rid of this but I put it on this morning and was reminded why I like it so much - KEEP I wore Naked 2 today and I am committing to just wearing shadows from here for 7 days to assess whether this also stays or goes: Day 1 10/06: Bootycall all over lid, Suspect in crease top lashes lined with Blackout and bottom lashes defined with Busted.
Day 9 02/06: Nivea Soft Rose Lip Balm - not sure I like this, I don't think it sits very naturally on my lips - OUT Day 10 03/06: Topshop Gloss Ink in Sugar Rush - its a keeper I love this formula a lot and this is a great everyday colour - KEEP Day 11 04/06: Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in 55 Romantic - This is love an nearly finished, in fact its would be finished if not for these challenges, so leaving it on my desk to top up during the day - KEEP Day 12 05/06: Rimmel Moisture Renew Vintage Pink - I love this formula but this colour is off on my a touch too purple to be a MLBB, it looks grey unfortunately it is an OUT Day 13 06/06: Shu Uemura Supreme Shine PK 356, I picked out the 4 of these I never wear for this challenge, this is the least glittery and I like this one, its staying - KEEP Day 14 07/06: Bourjois Rouge Velvet Edition in Framborise - Softer than the other 2 colours I own definately more wearable for work - KEEP Day 15 08/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Fushisaristic - Glossy, nonsticky soft pink - KEEP Day 16 09/06: Soap & Glory Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Nudist - glossy soft beige, nude but not washed out nude - KEEP Day 17 10/06: Revlon Lip Butter in Sweet Tart - its a keep, I was hoping to get rid of this but I put it on this morning and was reminded why I like it so much - KEEP I wore Naked 2 today and I am committing to just wearing shadows from here for 7 days to assess whether this also stays or goes: Day 1 10/06: Bootycall all over lid, Suspect in crease top lashes lined with Blackout and bottom lashes defined with Busted.
