To my Desi/South Asian sisters out there! And everyone else too, actually! :)

[dopista]

hello ladies... I just read that Stereorose is going to be re-released this July and I have been reading about it since I joined Spectra. However, I have not found many WOC raving about it and was wondering if anyone here loves/hates it.

MAC if you are reading this us WOC are still waiting (patiently I may add) for Metal Rock. Ta!

 

[westindiesangel]

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Originally Posted by Ziya I would maybe go for a dark smokey eye... or perhaps a classic neutral with winged liner? your saree sounds beautiful! Personally, I try to avoid VERY matchy matchy makeup..but def try some greens if you;re into it

Haha, so do I. But it can look good, depending on the rest of your outfit! Sometimes it's overkill though, like if you're my sister and insist on having matching saree/purse/shoes/jewellery/makeup. :|

 

[Sojourner]

I don't like matching makeup!

 

[dumbo]

Thanks everyone for your advice, just got back from the wedding. I went to Illamasqua with the saree for some help and the MUA did a gold/brown eyeshadow with a gold pigment as an eyeliner on the lower lash. Then I used plently of eyeliner and did a nudish lip. Was very impressed with illamasqua's products as they lasted all day.

 

[Ziya]

Day-um hunny! that sounds hot! I wish we had Illam. in Canada so I could play too! hehe I bet you looked amazing (makes mental note to use Goldmine e/s more) hope you had fun and congrats to the bride N groom!

Yah, my philosophy is co-ordination..the outfit and accessories should accent each other not make you look like a mono colored blob. It KILLS me looking at Desi wedding pics and seeing girls with the exact shade of baby pink or w.e. color on their lids, on their handbag and on their nails etc.

Ladies I am dyyyinggg for a MAC haul! I really can't wait for the F&F sale, I've got a list and everything...

gahh!
Going to Sephora for the 15% off sale tmw..will let you guys know what I get!

 

[starryskies]

hi girls.. haven't been here in awhile. was trying my best to stay away and not be tempted to spend more. however now Sephora is having a friends n family sale 15% off. last summer i remember a 20% off sale, but now its only 15%??!? oh well... i will still be shopping, hehe

just wanted to checkin with you all and say hello !!

 

[nunu]

Hiya Starryskies.

I placed an order for GMLOL and Art Supplies, can't wait to get my goodies

 

[starryskies]

specktra is not good for my pocketbook, lol. i read these forums and start making lists of everythign i want... i won't even ask you what you are buying cuz it will tempt me even more.. too many goodies *sigh*

 

[Ziya]

I feel ya hun..I had a pretty insane haul last few days..lol I'll spare ya the boring details lmao

The one thing I will rave about is RAPIDLASH!

I bought this coz I love the concept, though I have pretty alright lashes, I was blown away at the compliments and random appreciation from strangres when I wore falsies recently. (MAC #7 they look natural yet amazing on me, my absolute fav HG lash)
I find it annoying to put lashes on and then be paranoid about them flying off all night.

Anyway, I found this at London Drugs for 69.99 (I believe it goes on sale for 40 sometimes! I just missed that sale apparantly LOL)
I've used it four times now and I'm already impressed!

Lashes are the same, just minisculely curlier. I have a slightly sparser left eyebrow and I've noticed it looks thicker and new baby hairs have almost filled in the space completely!

I'm gna slow down on the eyebrows now for the next few weeks, at the rate this product works, I'll be bushy by friday! lmao I love it so far

I know starryskies doesnt wana know, but I would love to hear about you guys recent hauls and product loves!!
XOXO

 

[kimmietrinh]

^If you want a cheaper alternative, you could get Ardell Lash/brow Accelerator and use EVO in your routine too. Ardell is only $6 and it works.

 

[jazmatazz]

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Originally Posted by Ziya OH btw, where did you go for your vacay Jazmatazz?? peekshurs? lol

I went to Washington DC for the first time. It was a lot of fun! My friend has all the pics too, I'll bug her to send them to me

The past few weeks have been soo busy! I've only managed to purchase one makeup item that I can remember during Sephora 15% off. I bought Nars Albatross. I'm still trying to figure out if I like it. It seems so subtle versus my other highlighters.

For sunblock I am liking Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch. It doesn't leave that greasy feeling that some SPF's. I use this one on my face.

I'm excited about Stereo Rose MSF that is coming out in an upcoming collection! I'm all about pigmented MSFs that can be blushes too. I saw some swatches online and it looked really nice.

Hmm Rapidlash sounds interesting. I'm currently trying to grow out my brows some but it's so hard to do. I know lollipop26 on YT is always trying new lash growth products. Full lashes really add so much to a look.

Next I would like to get a super black pencil liner. I have a few kohls and they smudge super bad. I love my blacktrack and Loreal lineur intense but on days I am in a rush it's not easy to use. I've checked out MUFE Aqua Eyes and Urban Decay 24/7 just not sure yet.

Still madly in love with Sheer Glow! haha I thought all of the obsession on Youtube was just hype but now I'm a believer. I sound so ridiculous but people have even commented on my skin so that makes me happy. I also want to check out 'Hey' eyeshadow from the Prep for Colour collection.

I'm also really enjoying Typographic eyeshadow from MAC. It's a matte2 so it's super creamy and blendable. Great for smoking out shadows like satin taupe or patina. I started using it more than Carbon which I find hard to work with.

Exciting discovery, if you are having a hard time getting your UDPP out with the wand take out the plastic lip thing on the tube. Then you can get tons of product out! I wish they'd change the bottle on those things.

I love hearing about all of your hauls...gives me ideas of what to buy next!

Sorry about the essay...I love me some makeup

 

[angelynv]

Jazmattaz thanks for the sunblock recommendation! Thats s helpful because I never know what to get and am concerned about the greasefactor.

General enquiry, anyone of the NC42-43 group who has and recommends Nars Belle du Jour lip pencil?

Also for a cheap matte bronzer, has anyone tried and liked Rimmel Medium Matt Bronzing powder?

Thanks!

 

[yu.neek]

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Originally Posted by angelynv Jazmattaz thanks for the sunblock recommendation! Thats s helpful because I never know what to get and am concerned about the greasefactor. Also for a cheap matte bronzer, has anyone tried and liked Rimmel Medium Matt Bronzing powder? Thanks!

I have tried the Rimmel Medium matte bronzer - I think its really good for a matte bronzer, but the packaging sucks. the lid always come off if I throw it in my purse. Make sure it shows up on you though.. cause im NC37-40ish and I have to build it up sometime.

Random note to all the ladies: I was on Kijiji (the Mississauga/Brampton one) and I saw this ridicuolous ad for MAC:

MAC Eyeshadow Case, 120 colours (shimmer, matte and mixed) - Mississauga Health & Special Needs Items - Kijiji Mississauga

She is selling a 120 palette for $120 claiming it is real MAC! OMG!! I so badly wanted to reply to the add and be like wtf is wrong with you lady!? I hope nobody fell for that ridiculous ad! Yikes, the extent people go to for money.. shes totally *trying to* scam people!

 

[angelynv]

thanks Yu neek - i just wanted something to kind of frame my face so want something very subtle.. so that sounds good although i hear what u say re packaging!
Re the "mac pallette" people really do fall for that and end up buying essentially the coastal scents palletes for 3 times the price! Oh dear.. (not me in case you were wondering haha!)

 

[jazmatazz]

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Originally Posted by angelynv Jazmattaz thanks for the sunblock recommendation! Thats s helpful because I never know what to get and am concerned about the greasefactor. General enquiry, anyone of the NC42-43 group who has and recommends Nars Belle du Jour lip pencil? Also for a cheap matte bronzer, has anyone tried and liked Rimmel Medium Matt Bronzing powder? Thanks!

No prob! Hmm I haven't tried the Rimmel Bronzers but I do look at them all the time. I've used their pressed powder before which I really liked but the color selection is not varied enough.

Okay so my co-worker loves MAC (or so she thinks) and buys it off Ebay sometimes. My other co-worker and I noticed that some of her 'MAC' is actually fake! There's a quad with cream shadows, pigments in fake jars, etc. Neither of us have had the heart to say anything/burst her bubble because she really thinks it's real and takes a lot of joy in her makeup. So awkward though. And we always see it after she buys it so it would be easier to say something if we saw it online first.

 

[Sojourner]

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[nunu]

I agree with Sojourner, let her know because counterfiet products can be made from skin damaging products that are not meant to be placed on the skin.

 

[nunu]

Anyone got/ is getting anything from Pret A Papier collection?

 

[nunu]

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Originally Posted by jazmatazz I'm excited about Stereo Rose MSF that is coming out in an upcoming collection! I'm all about pigmented MSFs that can be blushes too. I saw some swatches online and it looked really nice. Still madly in love with Sheer Glow! haha I thought all of the obsession on Youtube was just hype but now I'm a believer. I sound so ridiculous but people have even commented on my skin so that makes me happy. I also want to check out 'Hey' eyeshadow from the Prep for Colour collection. I'm also really enjoying Typographic eyeshadow from MAC. It's a matte2 so it's super creamy and blendable. Great for smoking out shadows like satin taupe or patina. I started using it more than Carbon which I find hard to work with. Exciting discovery, if you are having a hard time getting your UDPP out with the wand take out the plastic lip thing on the tube. Then you can get tons of product out! I wish they'd change the bottle on those things. I love hearing about all of your hauls...gives me ideas of what to buy next! Sorry about the essay...I love me some makeup

Hey Jazmatazz

I am excited for Stereo Rose msf too!! It looks so nice in swatches and definately pigmented

I've been wondering id the hype for NARS sheer glow is worth it...I would've tried it but i hate that it doesn't come with a pump

. Also, i hate getting matched lol. I am very new in the liquid foundation department lol. I've been using Studio Tech from MAC for over 4 years..and just recently purchased Studio Fix Fluid a few months back. I love the coverage and that it keeps my oily skin look matte and non greasy.

With UD PP i just open the bottle up and put all the product in a container. Surprising how much product is still left when you thought that you've finished it!!! They really should change the ridiculous packaginf

. Otherwise i'll get the Too Faced one.

I have a lot of make up, i should really stop buying it bt i can't help myself lol.

 

[jazmatazz]

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Originally Posted by Sojourner ^ Oh no please tell her!!! Or email her a link to the Counterfeit forum on here and maybe she'll work it out for herself...? It makes me so sad and angry that people get duped like that, damn those counterfeiters and their 'MAC'!

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Originally Posted by nunu I agree with Sojourner, let her know because counterfiet products can be made from skin damaging products that are not meant to be placed on the skin.

Alright, I will let her know...I didn't think about the potentially harmful ingredient aspect. Hopefully she takes it okay.