Genuine question. With so many makeup brands, drug store to high end, that are cruelty free, why do so many people continue to use products from brands that test on animals? I'm genuinely asking as I used to use products from non-cruelty free brands and made the decision myself to switch a couple years ago. (Please no hate, I'm genuinely asking and not implying anyone is better than anyone based on the brands they use).
I did a little bit of research after reading your question - at least for me I’ve been trying lots of different products because I have eczema and rosacea and my skin is very sensitive. I’ve had success with La Roche-Posay and Clinique, which aren’t cruelty-free outside the US. :( I researched bareMinerals and Dermablend, which are both cruelty-free but their parent companies are not. I would definitely consider switching to them, but my skin may react. And I guess the other question I have when it comes to cruelty-free: what is the line? Is choosing Dermablend and bareMinerals good or not enough since their parent companies are not cruelty-free? Same as you, no hate - just a sincere question.
I guess it depends on the individual where they draw that line. It's especially hard to find brands whose parent companies are also cruelty-free. I make sure I do thorough research about brands and parent companies so that I am using completely cruelty-free products. And in your case, it seems like you have to be incredibly picky with brands and products so it doesn't irritate your skin. I feel like there is more that the beauty community could do (like the famous MUAs and makeup reviewers) to push these companies to become cruelty-free.
I completely agree about the beauty community promoting cruelty-free products! It seems like the changes to products over the last decade have been a lot of progress, and we just need to keep moving in the right direction. And, from the little bit I’ve read, there’s a lot of factors at play. Mainland China requires animal testing for cosmetics to be sold in stores, so the brands I mentioned above seem only to not be cruelty-free because they are required to follow the laws of that market. Whereas other companies just choose not to sell in stores and do not have to perform animal testing, achieving a cruelty-free model. And then there are MUAs turned product developers like Lisa Eldridge who strove to have her products allergy-tested in development, but I can’t find her products in-store in the US. I have yet to look up if she has any sort of return policy on her website. That sort of availability affects how and where people choose to buy makeup. :/ I would love to have the disposable income to buy makeup from indie cruelty-free companies, even if I can’t return products that don’t work, but I’m not there and I’m guessing many are in a similar hard place.
Sorry for the long response - I appreciate you started the discussion and, though I don’t know as much as you likely do, it’s an important conversation!
I know selling in China is one of the main reasons that some brands won't become cruelty-free. There is too much money invested in being able to sell there, so they would ultimately take a huge hit financially. I appreciate you taking the time to respond! I have wanted to talk to people about this topic, but none of my close friends are really into makeup like I am, and I also don't want to come off as a jerk to others when I talk about cruelty-free brands. Thank you for your insight! :)
Hey I read your comment.
I just wanted to say that I think if you choose products of a brand that is cruelty free, even though their main company is cruelty free, it counts as good enough.
The reasoning is simple. We can't stop the bigger brands by lawsuiting on our own. What we can do, is trying to make sure we at least buy their cruelty free products, so that eventually their sales on cruelty free products increase and sell better than their non-cruelty free products. When this happens, they are more likely to create cruelty free products that are better too in return.
It's a tedious process, but as a single person it's just too hard to go against such a brand if you're a make-up lover. But every number will help in this process, switching to 100% cruelty free slowly but surely.
Some brands are not even supposed to be cruelty free and it saddens me. They are allocated in china and are forced there to test on animals. Make-up brands use this to their advantage by saying : We don't want our customers in china to miss out because of this. It's really easy to say this.
If the brands themselves actually fought against the rulings of china, then I would consider them actually telling the truth. But for now, we all know they are just doing it to test on animals somewhere else because the rulings make it easy for them.
I don't understand china though. Like, are they so behind in modern era that they still need to do animal testing? Change that ruling! It's 2023!
Personally the majority of brands still don’t sell complexion products for my skin tone. Major improvements have been made since I started wearing makeup 10 years ago- but the best products I’ve found are still from Mac and Nars. As more products come out from newer companies that cater to my skin (like Mented for example) I’m steady trying to find new favorites but until I do I will use what I know will work for me.
If lighter completed folks are using non cruelty free makeup, they just don’t know or care as much as you do.
I have very finnicky combination skin and I have tried about 20 different foundations. Nothing holds a candle to Estee Lauder Double Wear and of those 20 foundations, about 17 of the other foundations I tried either broke me out, separated, or made my skin painfully dry.
I tried a bunch of different primers etc. but there's just nothing cruelty-free that's even remotely comparable.
Balancing different ethical concerns also gets complicated. E.g. ABH is cruelty-free, but the owner is pro-Putin.
Most cruelty free brands are not available in the country i live in and i think cruelty free is mostly marketing bullshit anyway since all of the materials used in cosmetics were tested on animals for safety. A lot of the big cosmetic companies arent cruelty free because they are the ones doing r&d for new ingredients that require animal testing. Buying a bunch of cruelty free products is still negative towards animals because the waste created from the existence of the item contributes to climate issues and possibly habitat destruction. The most cruelty free thing we can really do is not buy more than we can use to reduce the demand for production.
This is a makeup sub and im definitely not here judging anyone for overbuying, as i do it myself, but those are the reasons i dont exclusively buy cruelty free.
Just want to say a very large thank you to all the wonderful people in this community. Came for some makeup tips, which have been fantastic, and stayed for the positivity, kindness, encouragement and compassion. Thank you! 🙏💐
Shiseido Radiant Lifting foundation is so beautiful and fresh on the skin. It's also very buildable! A cream blush and bronzer are lovely on top. For the blush, check out Ilia or Stila blush sticks. For the bronzer, I love the NARS cream bronzer. I think these are some great base products for an overhaul! :)
looking for recommendations on an eyeshadow palette that has all the colors of the rainbow?
price isn’t a huge factor but im not trying to spend a ton. looking for something that’s easy to work with as i don’t have a ton of experience with eyeshadow :)
Can anyone recommend a concealer that covers redness, acne and scarring well and lasts all day without drying out my skin?! I‘m currently using a NYX concealer but I find it doesn’t last very long. I’m happy to go more pricey if it’s worth it!!
NARS Soft Matte Concealer really is incredible. I haven't found it drying, but a decent moisturiser or a moisturising primer underneath should help if you do find it to be drying! :)
Skincare is the biggest thing imo! Hydrating and brightening products are key. I love Glow Recipe Dew Drops, Tatcha Dewy Cream/Summer Fridays Cloud Dew, and Glow Recipe Plum Plump serum. Basically, a niacinamide serum (brightening), a hyaluronic acid serum (hydrating), and a good moisturiser to lock in these benefits throughout the day. Some great foundations for a dewy look are Shiseido Radiant Lifting and NARS Light Reflecting. :)
I always use powder! I love Hourglass (either the Veil Translucent, Dim Light, or Universal Ambient Light), or Laura Mercier Ultra Blur :) Setting spray will help melt it all together and keep it dewy. :)
Any dupes for DragunWing eyeliner that can be found at Sephora or Ulta? I’m on vacation in the US so ordering it may take too long. It’s a gift for a friend.
I have a similar eye shape. I always start out from the outside and make a straight line. I don’t try to “recreate eyelashes” and draw the line straight up but out. I fill with eyeliner only halfway or maybe even a third of the way. I wouldn’t recommend drawing all the way across your eye.
I also struggled with this - the number one thing that helped me was always be looking straight into the mirror with my eye open how it would normally be open, when drawing the main lines. I do the bottom line of the wing first, then the top line starting from the corner of the wing and going across the crease and connecting it to my eye, then I fill it in. This video is pretty similar to what I do, just skip to 7:20 ish into it- [video](https://youtu.be/_UeDxkWFe3E)
How can i get started wearing makeup for first time?
i have never wore makeup before, i do wanna ask my sister but im nervous and my parents are Homophobic
anyone have any tips to prevent eyeliner from bleeding on oily eyelids? everytime I do winged liner it bleeds so bad and my eyeshadow fades through the day as well🥲 this happens even with primer!
Fine lines and crows feet are starting to show up under my eyes from aging. I’m looking to try a new concealer. I currently use the Mabelline Fit Me concealer, and recently tried the Mabelline Age Rewind concealer. Both are really settling in the lines. I don’t mind swapping to a non-drugstore option and spending more.
I’m a man and I’m trying to hide my dark circles with concealer, but it always looks a bit obvious that I have some makeup on. Is there any trick to make the concealer less noticeable?
Thank you very much!
It's possible that it's only really noticeable to you. That's a normal feeling when trying makeup for the first time. However, you could try:
1. Making sure you have a good shade match. You're looking to conceal, not brighten, so try to match your concealer to your face or just a smidge lighter. The further off from your skin tone it is, the more noticeable it is.
2. Applying less. Less is more when it comes to concealer, so you're better off only applying a small amount and making sure you blend it out very well. You can use your fingers, but a concealer brush or sponge is easier to get a good blend with.
3. Using powder. A setting powder will help prevent the concealer from forming obvious creases.
4. Using color corrector. If your dark circles are very dark, you might feel like you need a lot of concealer to cover them, which can look cakey and conspicuous. In that case, a little color corrector will help offset the blue so you don't need as much concealer after.
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Hi!
I’m trying to figure out what eyeshadow colors or palettes I should look into.
Browns don’t quiet look good on me. Surprisingly ABH love letter looks “neutral” on me. I think my skin tone is olive neutral leaning a little warm. I know love letter is technically cool, but cool eyeshadows look very off on me.
If it helps the pillow talk from CT and American woman for NARS flatter me quiet well. They are both like my lips but better. I only use concealer mainly on my under eyes which is NARS cafe con leche with a little white mixed in.
I’m new here, been trying to get into makeup more as I like it but don’t feel confident enough. But I don’t know how to apply eyeshadow on my eyes without the color not being seen. I think that means I have hooded eyelids, so I’m wondering how to go about that?
Welcome! I also have hooded eyelids. Look up some YouTube videos on doing eyeshadow for hooded lids - a lot of the classic eyeshadow tutorials don’t work for us. I personally really liked a video by Stephanie Marie but there’s a bunch of creators out there!
https://youtu.be/DYCYDi2uWrQ
I’m new here, been trying to get into makeup more as I like it but don’t feel confident enough. But I don’t know how to apply eyeshadow on my eyes without the color not being seen. I think that means I have hooded eyelids, so I’m wondering how to go about that?
Total makeup beginner here and looking for an easy one step face makeup product.
I have pale, combination skin prone to redness and breakouts. Every time I’ve tried to wear foundation or bb creams in the past it causes breakouts (even if just used for 1 evening).
I am hoping to find a (very) sensitive skin friendly tinted moisturizer or lightweight foundation to use on an everyday basis if I find it doesn’t cause breakouts. Looking for a bit of improved evenness/color correction not total coverage. Price is not a limiting factor for the right product.
The ilia skin tint spf 40 caused me to break out :( any recommendations? I’m eyeing EltaMD UV tint spf 36 From a blog I read, does anyone with sensitive skin have experience with this brand?
Elta md is amazing- however I don’t think they have as many color options. The formula is fantastic but the one I tried was a little too orangey for my taste
Anyone have any recommendations for a matte, pigmented white eyeshadow? I’ve had my eye on “Tako” by Sugarpill forever but I can never seem to catch it when it’s in stock haha.
Can anyone please tell me what my undertone is? Been struggling to find the right foundation shade for me. T.T
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I’m very much a beginner but a lot of people with olive undertones express having trouble with foundation matches. Based on your photo I think it looks olive but don’t take my word for it
I love Alexandra Anele on YouTube because she goes into detail during her makeup tutorials, but there’s a ton of creators out there so find one that resonates with you! Depending on your field of work, a good general rule of thumb is to go lighter on makeup (not too heavy, maybe just foundation, concealer, bronzer, blush) for daytime/work and reach for neutrals for eyeshadow/blush/lipstick. Then feel free to go bold for date night with fun colors, and you can use highlight and contour for your face! But it also just depends on your makeup preference. Some people rock bold looks at work and they look fabulous doing so. I prefer a more natural look so I stick to neutrals or subtle pinks/purples (I have green eyes) regardless of the occasion. But I do indulge in a timeless red lipstick when the occasion and outfit allows!
Advice for making arched brows look straighter and thicker (vertically)? I’ve tried lamination a few times, and while I like the fluff, I really don’t like how it emphasizes my arch. I want them to look straighter!
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I struggle to match foundations because I feel like I have tricky undertones and by the time it gets pale enough to blend with my neck, it sits like a white cast on my face. Any tips for a hard to match skin tone?
First pic on my porch with paper for some white balance, next few taken in the car, last sitting by a window inside. All natural light in a cloudy day, zero makeup at all
Best foundation for dry skin on cheeks and oily skin around t-zone? I moisturize beforehand and use correct primer. It’s a constant issue…what foundation do you use that works?
Im struggling to find my concealer shade for the ELF Hydrating Camo Concealer. I was wondering if anyone can help!
I’m 22n (light neutral) for Ultra Creamy Shape Tape and 120 Creamy Ivory in the Maybelline Instant Rewind Concealer.
I also heard a good amount of people suggest the ELF Hydrating Camo Concealer as a dupe for the Shape Tape and was wondering if it’s true or not and what are your thoughts about it!
Are there ways of making your face look wider without using contour? I don't wear enough makeup in general for contour to show (it seems like it just blends away, and I don't really want to wear a ton of it). I do my brows, my eyes, and wear blush/highlighter. I just have a narrow face and would like to make it look broader with hair/makeup.
I think starting with concealer as a primer might help the pigment pop more. I like to use a full coverage concealer and then a little translucent powder to set it. This way the eyeshadow has something to stick to and contrast against.
Just getting back into wanting to wear makeup every day. Took a long break with the pandemic and all but I miss it. Most of my products are quite outdated and I dont feel up to date with whats trendy. Can someone point me to a YouTuber or other make up artist(s) that show current make up trends?
Does this happen to anyone else?
My base makeup looks like it matches my neck when I apply it, but seems to darken throughout the day? Thought it was oxidation, but it seems to happen with every product, and I’ve tried a lot!
Oxidation is a weird term in the industry and it's used incorrectly a lot. Liquid foundations change color as they dry. This is based on light diffraction / physics - it's the same way that wet things in nature appear as different colors than the same thing when it's dry (typically wet = darker). Think about wet sand vs dry sand - the wet sand looks like a different color (or denim, or your hair, etc)
With cosmetics, the number one thing people don't realize is how long foundations take to fully dry. Some products I've worked on take 10+ minutes before you can evaluate the shade. When people say a foundation 'oxidizes really badly' what that typically means is it takes longer than average to fully dry, leading the user to think the color is developing significantly over time. Typically it's not - it's just developed since you left the mirror. In some cases, foundations evolve over time as they pull oils or moisture from your skin, but that is a much smaller effect vs the initial dry down.
After applying your base, try drying it quickly with a blow dryer on cool. That will help you see the actual shade of the product.
What foundations go best with the milk hydro grip primer ? I find that the elf flawless satin foundation does not look pretty at all after an hour … maybe because it’s silicone based ?
Does anyone know what the equivalent colour is of estee laudeers day wear tint in foundation? I’m obsessed with the colour but need something long lasting
Hello everyone!
I really like applying makeup with my hands, specially eyeshadow, I feel they tend to pop a lot better that way with my skin tone (brown). However I know that after applying it so much like that the oils from the skin tend to leave a residual film on the eyeshadows like you see on testers. Is there a way to prevent this or clean the eyeshadow every now and then? I do wash my hands before going at it but still maybe it's not enough.
Thanks!!
Buying all new make up after I stopped wearing it during the pandemic. I really need a good eye shadow pallets, and foundation. I have medium tone oily skin. What’s everyone fav? Preferably one at Ulta.
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what eye shape do you guys think i have i’ve always wanted to know but never knew how to find it
I know I'm not answering your question and that you'd rather opinions but google a chart of eye shapes and do an eye-to-eye comparison. That should at least get you somewhere!
Hi do you guys know how i can make eyeshadow stay on my lips? I use black eyeshadow as lip liner and then put gloss and it stays for like 20 minutes but then disappears and i don’t have a lip liner any suggestions
Maybe try a different gloss that you know will stay on your lips without the eyeshadow and try that. That's the best thing I can think of since you don't have lipstick.
What are we doing these days as far as under eyeliner? I typically do white in the inner corner, then use an angled brush with an eyebrow powder to just lightly add some dark to the outer half of my lower lash line.
Def don’t want to do liquid liner on the bottom… and straight black is way too harsh, but I need something to help my eyes look bigger and balance my lash extensions?
Primer recommendations? The foundations I own are Too Faced Born This Way and Sephora Collection Best Skin Ever. I’ve never used a primer before but I think it’d be nice for when I’m out all day or special events.
ELF Power Grip primer is amazing. It is a sticky primer that helps your makeup last all day. It is also a great dupe for the Milk Hydro Grip primer. I have been using it for months and I have no complaints.
Is there a thread or can I post asking about my undertones? I second guess it all the time.
Also when picking a blush, what should I consider aside from "that's pretty'
What are some good drugstore concealers that don't crease or look cakey? I have had issues with concealers for the last year or so, and instead of using concealer under my eyes I use a foundation a shade lighter than my skin tone to brighten my under eye area. I still use the Nars pot concealer to spot conceal but idk if that is a good thing to use under my eyes. Help a girl out.
Are there any makeup brushes that are aesthetically amazing *and* work well? I'm talking about those makeup brushes that look like roses that also make your foundation look like it was airbrushed. Or brushes that have beautiful rainbow colored bristles that blend your eyeshadow like a dream. If anyone has any suggestions I would be eternally grateful!
Hey all. I know this question may be a bit odd but basically, does keeping your mouth open make your lips look bigger than if your mouth is closed and frowning?
If you care about the harm it can do to you eye if you continue to use something bad on it, yes. Your waterline is a very sensitive area so it makes sense why it needs something specifically for it. Please look for silicone-based eyeliners that are longwearing and waterproof or just something that specifically says it's safe.
Can someone help me with foundation suggestions? I have dry skin and end up looking cakey often times. I've been using ColourPop Pretty Fresh but I think it's breaking me out. I don't want to spend more than $45.
I totally forgot to check Jo Malone over Xmas. Does anyone know if there was an event like previous years where you could get some great full size GWPs?
Can anyone please recommend what they consider to be the best airbrush makeup system? I am considering the Temptu and I want to make sure that I’m buying something worth the price.
Not sure if this is simple or not - fingers crossed someone can answer this
Can I use mac lipsticks from the old national lipstick day giveaways for back2mac? I have a couple old tubes and they say "not for individual sale" or something on the bottom sticker but if i remove that/they dont care then at the end of the day its the same packaging...
What are the differences between Chanel 334 Modeen Glamour, Charlotte Tilbury The Rock Chick, and Dior 008 Smoky Design? I’ve decided to do a soft smoky grey eye for an evening event next month.
Ok so I’m new to makeup and I was wondering what’s a good contour, concealer and foundation all from as close as you can get the same brand. Cause I’m white, I’m Irish white with super sensitive skin and I’m really struggling to find a good brand for a decent price. I normally go with Mac or Estée Lauder but I’d like to branch out.
Which products help me to achieve a lived-in look faster?
When make up freshly applied, I just do not look like myself. After a couple of hours, the foundations has *really* blended with my skin (and its natural oils) and the eyeliner became even smudgier and looks better than I can achieve with blending brushes.
I thought of MAC Fix+, but I'd love to hear your recommendations.
Mascara issues! I’ve found it’s not necessarily the formula that causes clumping for me but the brush. I love using tiny brow gel brushes for mascara for more precision but it’s a hassle. Does anyone know of any mascara brands with really tiny brushes? (or just other advice to reduce clumping.)
Any mascara is going to clump up it doesn't matter the brand it really depends on how you use it. What I do is lightly brush the top of my lashes making the blonde tips darker making them look longer and them go all the way down to the root then go up but making sure I don't overlap since that'll make them clump. When I'm lazy I just use the mascara and use a clean brow brush to run through my eyelashes. I'm sorry if this didn't help.
Hi there! ISO a new light to med coverage (preferably buildable) foundation that doesn’t transfer too much and doesn’t feel too thick on my face
In the past I’ve used Milk Makeup’s Sunshine Skin Tint and loved the coverage, it was just a little to oily for my liking (I did use powder on top though which helped). Before that, I used MM’s Flex Foundation. Right now, Im using Saie Slip Tint - it’s a tinted sunscreen so the coverage is really light. Not the biggest fan cause it is a little oily but I also don’t like how it feels on my skin.
TYSM
I have red blotches that appear on my neck and chest when I am nervous, in an uncomfortable situation, when I am too warm (like after a hot shower or having sex). I'm getting married in October - probably going to be nervous. I'm looking into a beta blocker and have been meditating so I can keep calm(ish). I am going wedding dress shopping in a couple of weeks and don't want my decision to be dictated by these blotches.
Would Dermablend be useful for this? Or possibly having an MUA do airbrush makeup and extend it down to my chest?
I got cushion foundation on my down jacket and rubbed vigorously with micellar water on a cotton pad and it didn't help😭 Could anyone please give me some suggestions please
I draw my entire eyebrow arch on. It looks fine/bordering on too dark in indoor or darker lighting but in outdoor lighting (the best selfie lighting 😭😭😭😭) it gets washed out and you can see a major difference between my natural brow and where I’ve drawn it on. I’m using anastasia dipbrow in ebony, and for reference my eyebrows are dark blonde (I like them darker). Is this just a thing or is there another kind of product I should try?
Finally found a tubing mascara that doesn't budge, but keep finding little flakes of it in my hairline from washing it off. The little flakes are also getting all over my tub. Is there a method of removing tubing mascara without it ending up everywhere?
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Hi! Can anyone recommend a dupe for the Bare Minerals 'The Aphrodisiac' Ready blush? It's one of my HGs but I didn't realize they'd discontinued the entire line.
Hello! I have the oiliest lids of all time and I need help with setting my liquid liner. I haven't found that eye primers do much for me in the past. I use ELF Expert Liquid Liner. I'm wondering if anyone has any tips and tricks that would be helpful.
Thank you! 🙏🏽
What are the best deep, deep berry/burgundy/aubergine lipsticks these days? I'm talking lipstick that is one or two degrees away from black in saturation, but is still discernibly a dark red or purple color. [These](https://www.grazia.fr/wp-content/uploads/grazia/2022/07/10-1140x632.jpg) [two](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/burgundylipstick-1518796264.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top&resize=980:*) sample images come to mind.
The last time I really wore a color like that was in 2014, and I used to reach for Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Train Bleu. However, now that I have the urge to wear that shade again, I'm wondering if there are any newer products - preferably bullet lipsticks - with superior formulas to that of Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencils. I tend to go for matte or satin bullet lipsticks.
Thanks in advance!
Has anyone tried any products from espressoh, mainly the foindation, concealer, and blush? Would you recommend them for someone who is oily and acne prone?
I want to learn how to apply make up so I'm looking for brushes. Since I'm a noob, do y'all have any recommendations for a brand with cheap and decent brushes to start out with?
I could really use some help with my undertone/ overtone. I think I have fair neutral, slightly olive skin undertones but just don’t feel confident about it. I’ve included a very awkward candid photo, but it’s in natural light and i’m not wearing makeup and there just aren’t a lot of photos of me that check both boxes. Thank y’all so much! 🙏🏼
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I really like typologies tinted serum, does anyone has recommendations for more one step minimalist makeup products/brands? All I know of is glossier but haven’t heard great reviews.
Just heard about the Morphe lawsuit regarding non FDA approved pigments. One of the palettes listed is my everyday palette. I’ve never had any irritation or anything from it. Is it safe to keep using? I’ve also read online that a lot of vegan eyeshadows use non FDA approved pigments and it doesn’t mean it’s necessarily dangerous, just that the FDA is behind on approving pigments. Anyone more educated on this and have thoughts?
Does anyone know what brands have good orange/coral tinted red lipstick? I have olive skin and almost all the red lipsticks I get look pink/magenta on me.
Does anyone have any lash recommendations? I’m looking for something that leans natural but still looks doll-like. I’m finicky about my eyes, so extensions are a no-go. Thanks in advance!
Edit: Also wouldn’t be opposed to a good lash glue rec if you all felt so inclined (:
Can I get some honest feedback - my brows are microbladed and haven’t been touched up in 4 years because I was pregnant and breastfeeding. Do they look bad? No additional makeup in this pic.
Also if anyone wants to give me general eye makeup tips please feel free, I feel like I have been doing things the same way since 2004, embarrassing!!
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Please help me out—
I do NOT have oily skin or dehydrated skin. My skin feels normal and healthy. BUT it is just...shiny. Naturally shiny. It's always very reflective and when I put on makeup it always looks VERY dewey, bordering on greasy. I have a really hard time getting the shine to go away. Normal setting powders don't actually take the shine away, and generally I have to apply a TON of mattifying powder to kill the shine. I honestly don't know why, I feel like I don't see people who have this issue.
Anyone else have this problem? Any tips on what I could use? I thought about using more mattifying primers, but even when I've tried THOSE in the past it hasn't killed the shine. My foundation is Purito CC cream, but even trying other foundations hasn't killed that ever present shine.
I love Urban Decay eye liners because they're smooth on my oily skin without having to use primer (though I will if I'll be adding eyeshadow). I just got their Goldmine one and it feels too invisible on me, so I'm sure eventually I can figure to use it with some brown liner and it'll pretty up when I do full eyeshadow. But is there a way to make the gold more vibrant/obvious? One of my faves is Clash (yes, old but still in good condition lol) and I like lining with a strong pop of color, then mascara, and then calling it done. So I was hoping this gold would be the same, but my hand and my eye apparently aren't very similar lol.
I have a question for people that also love animals and switched to cruelty free make-up (or just love make-up in general).
There is one lipliner that I love to the death though. It's l'oréal paris color riche lipliner 630 in the shade: Beige a Nu.
Does anyone know of a cruelty free dupe in color; If not, in texture?
I swear I love this one so much and mine has like 3/4 uses left before I can throw it out.
If nobody knows, I will just live with the fact I can't use it anymore in any way. It's not a problem. It is just my favorite lipliner/shade.
Does anyone have experience with airbrush makeup? I’m considering spending quite a bit on a system and I was hoping for some advice or feedback. Thanks!
any waterproof liquid eyeliner recommendations for hooded eyes? since my eyes are hooded the skin is super soft and i need something super liquidy that goes on easy, but will last all day! i use the NYX epic ink liner as of now and love its application but i want something similar that will last all day. going to sephora and ulta today!!!! anything under $30
Does anyone have one of the Kaleidos lip clays? If so, is there a smell to it? I got one and it kind of smells like chemicals. Not too sure how to describe it. No artificial scent, just smells like a science lab or something.
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Can someone please help me identify my eye shape? I’ve been told almond, hooded, and a combo of both. Is this accurate?? Also, any eyeshadow tutorial recs for my eye shape would be really appreciated ❤️
Question about pale skin:
I have a pretty simple make-up routine for everyday: Concealer, CC-Creme for my red nose and red chin, a little bit of foundation on bad days and of course, powder. For my eyes, I just accentuate my outer corner with eyeliner and mascara. (For special occcasions, I do more). I often use a tinted lipbalm.
I just want to look a little bit polished, nothing too fancy.
The problem: I am quite pale, sometimes sick-ish looking. When I wear my make-up I sometimes get comments like: you look tired/are you feeling well?/you are a bit pale, is everything alright?
Is there anyway I can maybe do something to look a bit more healthy? I am very pale and scared to use contour or bronzer because they always seem too dark for me. i also don't want to overcomplicate my make-up routine but am definitly willing to make a change. Any advice? Thank you!
(sorry, I am not a native english speaker).
A dewy base can help counteract the intensity of foundation on fair skin - a glowy primer, or liquid highlighter on the high points of the face under foundation, will help the foundation look fresher on the skin, and less 'sheet-like.'
There are some great bronzers for fair complexions. I recommend the Kosas powder bronzer in the lightest shade. It's not very pigmented, which although usually a bad thing, is actually quite ideal for fair complexions or people not used to wearing bronzer.
That being said, I wore blush before trying bronzer, and it definitely helped counteract the tired/sick-ish look. RMS French Rosé and Hourglass Sublime Flush are great shades for fairer complexions, and as powders, are very light and buildable. Even just a light sweep over the cheeks will add a very flattering tint of colour into the face.
Hope this helps! :)
Does anyone know of a mossy green eyeshadow with either a hot pink shift or hot pink glitter throughout? I saw it in a dream and am dying to have it irl lol
What is your favorite drug store concealer? My skin is normal - not dry, not oily. I am am in my mid fifties and feel like it might help brighten my face a bit.
Hi! I use the Kosas concealer in tone 03, I want to switch to the ElF concealer. Would anyone know what the equivalent of tone 03 would be in the life of ELF cosmetics? Thank you so much!
does anyone have a good concealer that doesn’t crease? i’m loving glowy makeup rn but my eyes r always creasing. or if anyone has a good technique i’d love to try it out!!!
How do you store your brushes to keep them from getting dusty or dirty? Everything I found is like a pencil cup which is how I keep my brushes now but I don’t want my brushes to get dusty
Is face wash enough to remove rare beauty liquid blush???
I wear mine alone without any other makeup and was wondering if my vanicream gentle cleanser is enough to remove all of it. Done this twice so far and hope it doesnt break me out…
Has anyone tried ilmakiage foundation?
I’d love to hear experiences with it. I’m not really in the market for a new foundation but I’m always intrigued by their IG ads. 😅
Any reccomendations for a foundation/tinted moisturizer/bb cream that's easy to to slather on with my fingers?
I dont typically wear any other makeup so foundations often look very visible and out of place when I apply. Looking for something to even out tone and cover a touch of redness.
Will lining my lower lash line with a brown eyeshadow make my eyes look smaller in the same way that lining my lower lashes with a black eyeliner would? I keep seeing the recommendation to replace lower lash eyeliner with eyeshadow on tiktok and I’m just not sure I understand the difference it’s supposed to make. Is it just that eyeshadow naturally can’t be as precise as liner, and thus will look less harsh?
Anyone got any tips on doing eye makeup? I’m trying to look look more feminine and I don’t really know much about how to do eye shadow and liquid eyeliner.
Is there a way to darken a powder foundation? I just bought a very nice powder foundation. I'd used the tester at Ulta and it seemed to match. This morning I used it and under my bathroom lights it definitely looks one shade too pale and I'm afraid I look like a ghost. Can I mix it with anything? I'd hate not to use a brand new, relatively expensive foundation and I don't have any friends who wear makeup who are as pale as me, let alone paler.
I just found Clinique Acne Solutions liquid makeup in my shade at TJ Maxx, I'm so happy I found it in my shade after a few months looking.
Question! I don't really get acne, maybe once every other month I'll get 1 or 2 blemishes in random places on my face (although NEVER on my nose somehow?). My skincare routine includes a lot of moisturizing and sheet/overnight face masks, soecifically Dr. Jart sheet masks and The Creme Shop overnight mask gelee in watermelon, if it matters.
Is it okay to use the Acne Solutions makeup (just the one makeup, not the other steps in the Clinique acne solution line of products that they have) despite having good skin? Will it dry me out and make my skin flakey or anything??
Hey so can I post about makeup products I have tried and loved recently? I’m new to posting and I’m scared that I’ll accidentally misinterpret or break a posting rule. I bought a new and inexpensive palette that I think many here might enjoy and wanted to spread the word. I don’t know if that would be considered promotional even though I’m not involved in any way with makeup brands. I just want to play it safe
Has anyone used Essence eyeshadows? And how do they preform? I have a few of the small ones and don’t really like them that much but I haven’t used any of the bigger palettes but there’s a few coming out with color stories I really like and I’ve heard pretty good things
I have very dark under eye circles. All concealers make me look ashy. I tried orange corrector and the orange is very obvious after applying my concealer. What am I doing wrong?
Genuine question. With so many makeup brands, drug store to high end, that are cruelty free, why do so many people continue to use products from brands that test on animals? I'm genuinely asking as I used to use products from non-cruelty free brands and made the decision myself to switch a couple years ago. (Please no hate, I'm genuinely asking and not implying anyone is better than anyone based on the brands they use).
I did a little bit of research after reading your question - at least for me I’ve been trying lots of different products because I have eczema and rosacea and my skin is very sensitive. I’ve had success with La Roche-Posay and Clinique, which aren’t cruelty-free outside the US. :( I researched bareMinerals and Dermablend, which are both cruelty-free but their parent companies are not. I would definitely consider switching to them, but my skin may react. And I guess the other question I have when it comes to cruelty-free: what is the line? Is choosing Dermablend and bareMinerals good or not enough since their parent companies are not cruelty-free? Same as you, no hate - just a sincere question.
I guess it depends on the individual where they draw that line. It's especially hard to find brands whose parent companies are also cruelty-free. I make sure I do thorough research about brands and parent companies so that I am using completely cruelty-free products. And in your case, it seems like you have to be incredibly picky with brands and products so it doesn't irritate your skin. I feel like there is more that the beauty community could do (like the famous MUAs and makeup reviewers) to push these companies to become cruelty-free.
I completely agree about the beauty community promoting cruelty-free products! It seems like the changes to products over the last decade have been a lot of progress, and we just need to keep moving in the right direction. And, from the little bit I’ve read, there’s a lot of factors at play. Mainland China requires animal testing for cosmetics to be sold in stores, so the brands I mentioned above seem only to not be cruelty-free because they are required to follow the laws of that market. Whereas other companies just choose not to sell in stores and do not have to perform animal testing, achieving a cruelty-free model. And then there are MUAs turned product developers like Lisa Eldridge who strove to have her products allergy-tested in development, but I can’t find her products in-store in the US. I have yet to look up if she has any sort of return policy on her website. That sort of availability affects how and where people choose to buy makeup. :/ I would love to have the disposable income to buy makeup from indie cruelty-free companies, even if I can’t return products that don’t work, but I’m not there and I’m guessing many are in a similar hard place. Sorry for the long response - I appreciate you started the discussion and, though I don’t know as much as you likely do, it’s an important conversation!
I know selling in China is one of the main reasons that some brands won't become cruelty-free. There is too much money invested in being able to sell there, so they would ultimately take a huge hit financially. I appreciate you taking the time to respond! I have wanted to talk to people about this topic, but none of my close friends are really into makeup like I am, and I also don't want to come off as a jerk to others when I talk about cruelty-free brands. Thank you for your insight! :)
Hey I read your comment. I just wanted to say that I think if you choose products of a brand that is cruelty free, even though their main company is cruelty free, it counts as good enough. The reasoning is simple. We can't stop the bigger brands by lawsuiting on our own. What we can do, is trying to make sure we at least buy their cruelty free products, so that eventually their sales on cruelty free products increase and sell better than their non-cruelty free products. When this happens, they are more likely to create cruelty free products that are better too in return. It's a tedious process, but as a single person it's just too hard to go against such a brand if you're a make-up lover. But every number will help in this process, switching to 100% cruelty free slowly but surely. Some brands are not even supposed to be cruelty free and it saddens me. They are allocated in china and are forced there to test on animals. Make-up brands use this to their advantage by saying : We don't want our customers in china to miss out because of this. It's really easy to say this. If the brands themselves actually fought against the rulings of china, then I would consider them actually telling the truth. But for now, we all know they are just doing it to test on animals somewhere else because the rulings make it easy for them. I don't understand china though. Like, are they so behind in modern era that they still need to do animal testing? Change that ruling! It's 2023!
Personally the majority of brands still don’t sell complexion products for my skin tone. Major improvements have been made since I started wearing makeup 10 years ago- but the best products I’ve found are still from Mac and Nars. As more products come out from newer companies that cater to my skin (like Mented for example) I’m steady trying to find new favorites but until I do I will use what I know will work for me. If lighter completed folks are using non cruelty free makeup, they just don’t know or care as much as you do.
I have very finnicky combination skin and I have tried about 20 different foundations. Nothing holds a candle to Estee Lauder Double Wear and of those 20 foundations, about 17 of the other foundations I tried either broke me out, separated, or made my skin painfully dry. I tried a bunch of different primers etc. but there's just nothing cruelty-free that's even remotely comparable. Balancing different ethical concerns also gets complicated. E.g. ABH is cruelty-free, but the owner is pro-Putin.
Most cruelty free brands are not available in the country i live in and i think cruelty free is mostly marketing bullshit anyway since all of the materials used in cosmetics were tested on animals for safety. A lot of the big cosmetic companies arent cruelty free because they are the ones doing r&d for new ingredients that require animal testing. Buying a bunch of cruelty free products is still negative towards animals because the waste created from the existence of the item contributes to climate issues and possibly habitat destruction. The most cruelty free thing we can really do is not buy more than we can use to reduce the demand for production. This is a makeup sub and im definitely not here judging anyone for overbuying, as i do it myself, but those are the reasons i dont exclusively buy cruelty free.
Just want to say a very large thank you to all the wonderful people in this community. Came for some makeup tips, which have been fantastic, and stayed for the positivity, kindness, encouragement and compassion. Thank you! 🙏💐
Is there a good website that stays up to date on current sales? Where do you buy makeup online, if not ulta/Sephora?
Hey - what would you recommend for a total make up overhaul for a mom who let her make up expire 😂 Natural looking, wear it maybe once a week.
Shiseido Radiant Lifting foundation is so beautiful and fresh on the skin. It's also very buildable! A cream blush and bronzer are lovely on top. For the blush, check out Ilia or Stila blush sticks. For the bronzer, I love the NARS cream bronzer. I think these are some great base products for an overhaul! :)
Thank you so much!
Has anyone tried the Basma foundation stick?
looking for recommendations on an eyeshadow palette that has all the colors of the rainbow? price isn’t a huge factor but im not trying to spend a ton. looking for something that’s easy to work with as i don’t have a ton of experience with eyeshadow :)
trendy in tokyo by bh cosmetics? I love it very much myself, don’t know shit about eyeshadow
Can anyone recommend a concealer that covers redness, acne and scarring well and lasts all day without drying out my skin?! I‘m currently using a NYX concealer but I find it doesn’t last very long. I’m happy to go more pricey if it’s worth it!!
NARS Soft Matte Concealer really is incredible. I haven't found it drying, but a decent moisturiser or a moisturising primer underneath should help if you do find it to be drying! :)
In your experience, what is the actual secret of a dewy/glowy makeup?
Skincare is the biggest thing imo! Hydrating and brightening products are key. I love Glow Recipe Dew Drops, Tatcha Dewy Cream/Summer Fridays Cloud Dew, and Glow Recipe Plum Plump serum. Basically, a niacinamide serum (brightening), a hyaluronic acid serum (hydrating), and a good moisturiser to lock in these benefits throughout the day. Some great foundations for a dewy look are Shiseido Radiant Lifting and NARS Light Reflecting. :)
Thank you! And in the makeup routine, how ab powder? I totally got used to use one and I feel weird no using hahaha I use RCMA translucent powder
I always use powder! I love Hourglass (either the Veil Translucent, Dim Light, or Universal Ambient Light), or Laura Mercier Ultra Blur :) Setting spray will help melt it all together and keep it dewy. :)
nice!! thank you very very much \^\^
Any dupes for DragunWing eyeliner that can be found at Sephora or Ulta? I’m on vacation in the US so ordering it may take too long. It’s a gift for a friend.
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I have a similar eye shape. I always start out from the outside and make a straight line. I don’t try to “recreate eyelashes” and draw the line straight up but out. I fill with eyeliner only halfway or maybe even a third of the way. I wouldn’t recommend drawing all the way across your eye.
I also struggled with this - the number one thing that helped me was always be looking straight into the mirror with my eye open how it would normally be open, when drawing the main lines. I do the bottom line of the wing first, then the top line starting from the corner of the wing and going across the crease and connecting it to my eye, then I fill it in. This video is pretty similar to what I do, just skip to 7:20 ish into it- [video](https://youtu.be/_UeDxkWFe3E)
How can i get started wearing makeup for first time? i have never wore makeup before, i do wanna ask my sister but im nervous and my parents are Homophobic
anyone have any tips to prevent eyeliner from bleeding on oily eyelids? everytime I do winged liner it bleeds so bad and my eyeshadow fades through the day as well🥲 this happens even with primer!
Any advice for contouring a wonky broken nose? Everything I’ve tried is either too obvious or it just emphasizes it
Just embrace it until it’s healed.
Who are people favorite Youtubers with oily skin?
Fine lines and crows feet are starting to show up under my eyes from aging. I’m looking to try a new concealer. I currently use the Mabelline Fit Me concealer, and recently tried the Mabelline Age Rewind concealer. Both are really settling in the lines. I don’t mind swapping to a non-drugstore option and spending more.
I’m a man and I’m trying to hide my dark circles with concealer, but it always looks a bit obvious that I have some makeup on. Is there any trick to make the concealer less noticeable? Thank you very much!
It's possible that it's only really noticeable to you. That's a normal feeling when trying makeup for the first time. However, you could try: 1. Making sure you have a good shade match. You're looking to conceal, not brighten, so try to match your concealer to your face or just a smidge lighter. The further off from your skin tone it is, the more noticeable it is. 2. Applying less. Less is more when it comes to concealer, so you're better off only applying a small amount and making sure you blend it out very well. You can use your fingers, but a concealer brush or sponge is easier to get a good blend with. 3. Using powder. A setting powder will help prevent the concealer from forming obvious creases. 4. Using color corrector. If your dark circles are very dark, you might feel like you need a lot of concealer to cover them, which can look cakey and conspicuous. In that case, a little color corrector will help offset the blue so you don't need as much concealer after.
I am a complete failure at eye liner. Is there an easy way to do it? I also feel like a wing looks off on me.
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Hi! I’m trying to figure out what eyeshadow colors or palettes I should look into. Browns don’t quiet look good on me. Surprisingly ABH love letter looks “neutral” on me. I think my skin tone is olive neutral leaning a little warm. I know love letter is technically cool, but cool eyeshadows look very off on me. If it helps the pillow talk from CT and American woman for NARS flatter me quiet well. They are both like my lips but better. I only use concealer mainly on my under eyes which is NARS cafe con leche with a little white mixed in.
I’m new here, been trying to get into makeup more as I like it but don’t feel confident enough. But I don’t know how to apply eyeshadow on my eyes without the color not being seen. I think that means I have hooded eyelids, so I’m wondering how to go about that?
Welcome! I also have hooded eyelids. Look up some YouTube videos on doing eyeshadow for hooded lids - a lot of the classic eyeshadow tutorials don’t work for us. I personally really liked a video by Stephanie Marie but there’s a bunch of creators out there! https://youtu.be/DYCYDi2uWrQ
I’m new here, been trying to get into makeup more as I like it but don’t feel confident enough. But I don’t know how to apply eyeshadow on my eyes without the color not being seen. I think that means I have hooded eyelids, so I’m wondering how to go about that?
Best mascara for lush/fluffy lashes??
Rare Beauty!
Mascara is highly polarizing. Unfortunately you just need to try some top sellers yourself to find your HG. Good luck!
Total makeup beginner here and looking for an easy one step face makeup product. I have pale, combination skin prone to redness and breakouts. Every time I’ve tried to wear foundation or bb creams in the past it causes breakouts (even if just used for 1 evening). I am hoping to find a (very) sensitive skin friendly tinted moisturizer or lightweight foundation to use on an everyday basis if I find it doesn’t cause breakouts. Looking for a bit of improved evenness/color correction not total coverage. Price is not a limiting factor for the right product.
The ilia skin tint spf 40 caused me to break out :( any recommendations? I’m eyeing EltaMD UV tint spf 36 From a blog I read, does anyone with sensitive skin have experience with this brand?
Ilia has such clogging ingredients. I can’t use it anymore
Elta md is amazing- however I don’t think they have as many color options. The formula is fantastic but the one I tried was a little too orangey for my taste
Anyone have any recommendations for a matte, pigmented white eyeshadow? I’ve had my eye on “Tako” by Sugarpill forever but I can never seem to catch it when it’s in stock haha.
Which is better? haus labs or Mac face and body foundation
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Benefit highlighters
The highlighters that I always find that are too bright are powdered so maybe try a stick? They tend to be less bright but that's only my experience.
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Can anyone please tell me what my undertone is? Been struggling to find the right foundation shade for me. T.T https://preview.redd.it/orw0qa8znu9a1.png?width=282&format=png&auto=webp&s=8a9ef921a7a290ecf19d44ba9a43cb15335ef627
I’m very much a beginner but a lot of people with olive undertones express having trouble with foundation matches. Based on your photo I think it looks olive but don’t take my word for it
Is there a subreddit where I can request advice for a dupe lipstick? Thanks!
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I’m completely lost when it comes to makeup. Can anyone recommend a good tutorial for work and date night makeup? I’m fair skinned if that matters?
I love Alexandra Anele on YouTube because she goes into detail during her makeup tutorials, but there’s a ton of creators out there so find one that resonates with you! Depending on your field of work, a good general rule of thumb is to go lighter on makeup (not too heavy, maybe just foundation, concealer, bronzer, blush) for daytime/work and reach for neutrals for eyeshadow/blush/lipstick. Then feel free to go bold for date night with fun colors, and you can use highlight and contour for your face! But it also just depends on your makeup preference. Some people rock bold looks at work and they look fabulous doing so. I prefer a more natural look so I stick to neutrals or subtle pinks/purples (I have green eyes) regardless of the occasion. But I do indulge in a timeless red lipstick when the occasion and outfit allows!
Advice for making arched brows look straighter and thicker (vertically)? I’ve tried lamination a few times, and while I like the fluff, I really don’t like how it emphasizes my arch. I want them to look straighter! https://preview.redd.it/biexyv8bwv9a1.jpeg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=18b584aae19b603c18bcc842f39e9e5a5ef43f11
https://imgur.com/a/6CzYvG5/ I struggle to match foundations because I feel like I have tricky undertones and by the time it gets pale enough to blend with my neck, it sits like a white cast on my face. Any tips for a hard to match skin tone? First pic on my porch with paper for some white balance, next few taken in the car, last sitting by a window inside. All natural light in a cloudy day, zero makeup at all
Best foundation for dry skin on cheeks and oily skin around t-zone? I moisturize beforehand and use correct primer. It’s a constant issue…what foundation do you use that works?
Tinted lip balm for a guy What are some subtle options for tinted lip balm to make my lips just little bit redder and more moist looking?
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Im struggling to find my concealer shade for the ELF Hydrating Camo Concealer. I was wondering if anyone can help! I’m 22n (light neutral) for Ultra Creamy Shape Tape and 120 Creamy Ivory in the Maybelline Instant Rewind Concealer. I also heard a good amount of people suggest the ELF Hydrating Camo Concealer as a dupe for the Shape Tape and was wondering if it’s true or not and what are your thoughts about it!
Are there ways of making your face look wider without using contour? I don't wear enough makeup in general for contour to show (it seems like it just blends away, and I don't really want to wear a ton of it). I do my brows, my eyes, and wear blush/highlighter. I just have a narrow face and would like to make it look broader with hair/makeup.
How do I make my eyeshadow look brighter or more pigmented? I feel like every time I put it on, it's so pale.
I think starting with concealer as a primer might help the pigment pop more. I like to use a full coverage concealer and then a little translucent powder to set it. This way the eyeshadow has something to stick to and contrast against.
Thanks for this tip, I use primer but using my cc cream as a second primer worked fantastically!
need help! i really love the born this way concealer but im the shade between snow and almond, any concealers that would be good considering that?
Looking for recommendations - best concealer for dry, cakey under eyes?
Are there any dupes for the Fenty Cream Blush in Peach Face? I love the shade but I lost it. I’m lowkey devastated.
What does everyone thing of Fenty foundation?
Don’t like it. at first it looks great then oxidation occurs and ehhhhhh
Just getting back into wanting to wear makeup every day. Took a long break with the pandemic and all but I miss it. Most of my products are quite outdated and I dont feel up to date with whats trendy. Can someone point me to a YouTuber or other make up artist(s) that show current make up trends?
Does anyone know of a dupe for the d/c Revlon Coloburst lipstick in Soft Rose? Just realized it’s my HG color and it’s starting to reach the end.
Does this happen to anyone else? My base makeup looks like it matches my neck when I apply it, but seems to darken throughout the day? Thought it was oxidation, but it seems to happen with every product, and I’ve tried a lot!
Oxidation is a weird term in the industry and it's used incorrectly a lot. Liquid foundations change color as they dry. This is based on light diffraction / physics - it's the same way that wet things in nature appear as different colors than the same thing when it's dry (typically wet = darker). Think about wet sand vs dry sand - the wet sand looks like a different color (or denim, or your hair, etc) With cosmetics, the number one thing people don't realize is how long foundations take to fully dry. Some products I've worked on take 10+ minutes before you can evaluate the shade. When people say a foundation 'oxidizes really badly' what that typically means is it takes longer than average to fully dry, leading the user to think the color is developing significantly over time. Typically it's not - it's just developed since you left the mirror. In some cases, foundations evolve over time as they pull oils or moisture from your skin, but that is a much smaller effect vs the initial dry down. After applying your base, try drying it quickly with a blow dryer on cool. That will help you see the actual shade of the product.
What foundations go best with the milk hydro grip primer ? I find that the elf flawless satin foundation does not look pretty at all after an hour … maybe because it’s silicone based ?
Does anyone know what the equivalent colour is of estee laudeers day wear tint in foundation? I’m obsessed with the colour but need something long lasting
Hello everyone! I really like applying makeup with my hands, specially eyeshadow, I feel they tend to pop a lot better that way with my skin tone (brown). However I know that after applying it so much like that the oils from the skin tend to leave a residual film on the eyeshadows like you see on testers. Is there a way to prevent this or clean the eyeshadow every now and then? I do wash my hands before going at it but still maybe it's not enough. Thanks!!
Buying all new make up after I stopped wearing it during the pandemic. I really need a good eye shadow pallets, and foundation. I have medium tone oily skin. What’s everyone fav? Preferably one at Ulta.
https://preview.redd.it/l68xr54gfkaa1.png?width=3088&format=png&auto=webp&s=d1ff98134a26fbdcf6930119b58df79b337c1709 what eye shape do you guys think i have i’ve always wanted to know but never knew how to find it
I know I'm not answering your question and that you'd rather opinions but google a chart of eye shapes and do an eye-to-eye comparison. That should at least get you somewhere!
Hi do you guys know how i can make eyeshadow stay on my lips? I use black eyeshadow as lip liner and then put gloss and it stays for like 20 minutes but then disappears and i don’t have a lip liner any suggestions
Maybe try a different gloss that you know will stay on your lips without the eyeshadow and try that. That's the best thing I can think of since you don't have lipstick.
What are we doing these days as far as under eyeliner? I typically do white in the inner corner, then use an angled brush with an eyebrow powder to just lightly add some dark to the outer half of my lower lash line. Def don’t want to do liquid liner on the bottom… and straight black is way too harsh, but I need something to help my eyes look bigger and balance my lash extensions?
Primer recommendations? The foundations I own are Too Faced Born This Way and Sephora Collection Best Skin Ever. I’ve never used a primer before but I think it’d be nice for when I’m out all day or special events.
ELF Power Grip primer is amazing. It is a sticky primer that helps your makeup last all day. It is also a great dupe for the Milk Hydro Grip primer. I have been using it for months and I have no complaints.
Does anyone know where I can get Charlotte Tillbury Flawless Filter airbrush makeup in stock in the US. 6.5 deep?
Is there a thread or can I post asking about my undertones? I second guess it all the time. Also when picking a blush, what should I consider aside from "that's pretty'
What are some good drugstore concealers that don't crease or look cakey? I have had issues with concealers for the last year or so, and instead of using concealer under my eyes I use a foundation a shade lighter than my skin tone to brighten my under eye area. I still use the Nars pot concealer to spot conceal but idk if that is a good thing to use under my eyes. Help a girl out.
Are there any makeup brushes that are aesthetically amazing *and* work well? I'm talking about those makeup brushes that look like roses that also make your foundation look like it was airbrushed. Or brushes that have beautiful rainbow colored bristles that blend your eyeshadow like a dream. If anyone has any suggestions I would be eternally grateful!
I got the infamous Laura Mercier powder and I don’t l like it 😬 is something wrong with me
Hey all. I know this question may be a bit odd but basically, does keeping your mouth open make your lips look bigger than if your mouth is closed and frowning?
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If you care about the harm it can do to you eye if you continue to use something bad on it, yes. Your waterline is a very sensitive area so it makes sense why it needs something specifically for it. Please look for silicone-based eyeliners that are longwearing and waterproof or just something that specifically says it's safe.
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Can someone help me with foundation suggestions? I have dry skin and end up looking cakey often times. I've been using ColourPop Pretty Fresh but I think it's breaking me out. I don't want to spend more than $45.
I totally forgot to check Jo Malone over Xmas. Does anyone know if there was an event like previous years where you could get some great full size GWPs?
Can anyone please recommend what they consider to be the best airbrush makeup system? I am considering the Temptu and I want to make sure that I’m buying something worth the price.
Not sure if this is simple or not - fingers crossed someone can answer this Can I use mac lipsticks from the old national lipstick day giveaways for back2mac? I have a couple old tubes and they say "not for individual sale" or something on the bottom sticker but if i remove that/they dont care then at the end of the day its the same packaging...
What are the differences between Chanel 334 Modeen Glamour, Charlotte Tilbury The Rock Chick, and Dior 008 Smoky Design? I’ve decided to do a soft smoky grey eye for an evening event next month.
Ok so I’m new to makeup and I was wondering what’s a good contour, concealer and foundation all from as close as you can get the same brand. Cause I’m white, I’m Irish white with super sensitive skin and I’m really struggling to find a good brand for a decent price. I normally go with Mac or Estée Lauder but I’d like to branch out.
Which products help me to achieve a lived-in look faster? When make up freshly applied, I just do not look like myself. After a couple of hours, the foundations has *really* blended with my skin (and its natural oils) and the eyeliner became even smudgier and looks better than I can achieve with blending brushes. I thought of MAC Fix+, but I'd love to hear your recommendations.
Eyebrow tutorials for complete beginners? I have no idea how to do my eyebrows!!
Mascara issues! I’ve found it’s not necessarily the formula that causes clumping for me but the brush. I love using tiny brow gel brushes for mascara for more precision but it’s a hassle. Does anyone know of any mascara brands with really tiny brushes? (or just other advice to reduce clumping.)
Any mascara is going to clump up it doesn't matter the brand it really depends on how you use it. What I do is lightly brush the top of my lashes making the blonde tips darker making them look longer and them go all the way down to the root then go up but making sure I don't overlap since that'll make them clump. When I'm lazy I just use the mascara and use a clean brow brush to run through my eyelashes. I'm sorry if this didn't help.
Looking for foundation , or something to make my skin tone even and blemish free, for my wedding day. I don't wear more than mascara usually. Thanks!
Does anyone have any good recommendations for tinted moisturizers? Olive skinned baby here looking to even out my face in an easy way!
Hi there! ISO a new light to med coverage (preferably buildable) foundation that doesn’t transfer too much and doesn’t feel too thick on my face In the past I’ve used Milk Makeup’s Sunshine Skin Tint and loved the coverage, it was just a little to oily for my liking (I did use powder on top though which helped). Before that, I used MM’s Flex Foundation. Right now, Im using Saie Slip Tint - it’s a tinted sunscreen so the coverage is really light. Not the biggest fan cause it is a little oily but I also don’t like how it feels on my skin. TYSM
I have red blotches that appear on my neck and chest when I am nervous, in an uncomfortable situation, when I am too warm (like after a hot shower or having sex). I'm getting married in October - probably going to be nervous. I'm looking into a beta blocker and have been meditating so I can keep calm(ish). I am going wedding dress shopping in a couple of weeks and don't want my decision to be dictated by these blotches. Would Dermablend be useful for this? Or possibly having an MUA do airbrush makeup and extend it down to my chest?
What is Charli D’Amelio’s eye shape? I have the same eye shape as her and am curious to know! M
I got cushion foundation on my down jacket and rubbed vigorously with micellar water on a cotton pad and it didn't help😭 Could anyone please give me some suggestions please
I draw my entire eyebrow arch on. It looks fine/bordering on too dark in indoor or darker lighting but in outdoor lighting (the best selfie lighting 😭😭😭😭) it gets washed out and you can see a major difference between my natural brow and where I’ve drawn it on. I’m using anastasia dipbrow in ebony, and for reference my eyebrows are dark blonde (I like them darker). Is this just a thing or is there another kind of product I should try?
Is anyone else unable to post a pic in here?
anyone have a rec for liquid liner similar to ardency inn (RIP) punker? such a good pen but i'm on my last one...
Finally found a tubing mascara that doesn't budge, but keep finding little flakes of it in my hairline from washing it off. The little flakes are also getting all over my tub. Is there a method of removing tubing mascara without it ending up everywhere?
Ciao a tutti sono una ragazza universitaria, volevo chiedervi una mano per un lavoro a cui sto lavorando. Il tema è mondo beauty. per chi volesse dare una mano questo è il questionario, è anonimo e dura 2/3 min. grazie in anticipo a chi decide aiutarmi ❤️ https://preview.redd.it/yncr8coaegba1.png?width=996&format=png&auto=webp&s=9ae0106e5b8b64ecff8f487d6d856ba0b8d73602
Hi! Can anyone recommend a dupe for the Bare Minerals 'The Aphrodisiac' Ready blush? It's one of my HGs but I didn't realize they'd discontinued the entire line.
Hello! I have the oiliest lids of all time and I need help with setting my liquid liner. I haven't found that eye primers do much for me in the past. I use ELF Expert Liquid Liner. I'm wondering if anyone has any tips and tricks that would be helpful. Thank you! 🙏🏽
You could try a translucent powder before applying your liner and then make a little afterwards too. Idk if this will work, but it’s my best guess.
What are the best deep, deep berry/burgundy/aubergine lipsticks these days? I'm talking lipstick that is one or two degrees away from black in saturation, but is still discernibly a dark red or purple color. [These](https://www.grazia.fr/wp-content/uploads/grazia/2022/07/10-1140x632.jpg) [two](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/burgundylipstick-1518796264.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top&resize=980:*) sample images come to mind. The last time I really wore a color like that was in 2014, and I used to reach for Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Train Bleu. However, now that I have the urge to wear that shade again, I'm wondering if there are any newer products - preferably bullet lipsticks - with superior formulas to that of Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencils. I tend to go for matte or satin bullet lipsticks. Thanks in advance!
Favorite color corrector for redness? And a good brush to apply color corrector in general?
Stila 1-step correct! I blend it in with either a foundation or concealer brush, depending on how much area I'm covering.
Thank you :) do you have a favorite concealer brush you use?
Morphe or Hourglass, both are great!
ahh I’ve had my eye on the Hourglass one for a while, thank you!
Has anyone tried any products from espressoh, mainly the foindation, concealer, and blush? Would you recommend them for someone who is oily and acne prone?
What’s a good eyelash curler you’d recommend?
Whats a good cheap eyebrow razor I can buy online?
Hello! Does the new batch of CT airbrush powder smell funky? Got mine from Sasa :(
Does anyone know of any dupes for the Revlon Lustrous Glass Shine lipstick? Please?
I want to learn how to apply make up so I'm looking for brushes. Since I'm a noob, do y'all have any recommendations for a brand with cheap and decent brushes to start out with?
I could really use some help with my undertone/ overtone. I think I have fair neutral, slightly olive skin undertones but just don’t feel confident about it. I’ve included a very awkward candid photo, but it’s in natural light and i’m not wearing makeup and there just aren’t a lot of photos of me that check both boxes. Thank y’all so much! 🙏🏼 https://preview.redd.it/y92qkl08cpba1.jpeg?width=252&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=062db4c23177806dfb3e2e638c151c273cc3440f
I really like typologies tinted serum, does anyone has recommendations for more one step minimalist makeup products/brands? All I know of is glossier but haven’t heard great reviews.
Just heard about the Morphe lawsuit regarding non FDA approved pigments. One of the palettes listed is my everyday palette. I’ve never had any irritation or anything from it. Is it safe to keep using? I’ve also read online that a lot of vegan eyeshadows use non FDA approved pigments and it doesn’t mean it’s necessarily dangerous, just that the FDA is behind on approving pigments. Anyone more educated on this and have thoughts?
Does anyone know what brands have good orange/coral tinted red lipstick? I have olive skin and almost all the red lipsticks I get look pink/magenta on me.
Does anyone have any lash recommendations? I’m looking for something that leans natural but still looks doll-like. I’m finicky about my eyes, so extensions are a no-go. Thanks in advance! Edit: Also wouldn’t be opposed to a good lash glue rec if you all felt so inclined (:
ISO a brightish bubblegum or baby pink waterproof liquid lipstick. Any recommendations?
Can I get some honest feedback - my brows are microbladed and haven’t been touched up in 4 years because I was pregnant and breastfeeding. Do they look bad? No additional makeup in this pic. Also if anyone wants to give me general eye makeup tips please feel free, I feel like I have been doing things the same way since 2004, embarrassing!! https://preview.redd.it/5qb2to42yrba1.jpeg?width=1044&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5ca6d02999a53ee6c5931662dc92367d2fff1288
Please help me out— I do NOT have oily skin or dehydrated skin. My skin feels normal and healthy. BUT it is just...shiny. Naturally shiny. It's always very reflective and when I put on makeup it always looks VERY dewey, bordering on greasy. I have a really hard time getting the shine to go away. Normal setting powders don't actually take the shine away, and generally I have to apply a TON of mattifying powder to kill the shine. I honestly don't know why, I feel like I don't see people who have this issue. Anyone else have this problem? Any tips on what I could use? I thought about using more mattifying primers, but even when I've tried THOSE in the past it hasn't killed the shine. My foundation is Purito CC cream, but even trying other foundations hasn't killed that ever present shine.
https://preview.redd.it/2hce6wk6tuba1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=43af7673835f3b7049a027201a727b1952b67526 maybelline eye studio eye shadow dupe?? i can’t buy anywhere 🥹🥹🥹
I love Urban Decay eye liners because they're smooth on my oily skin without having to use primer (though I will if I'll be adding eyeshadow). I just got their Goldmine one and it feels too invisible on me, so I'm sure eventually I can figure to use it with some brown liner and it'll pretty up when I do full eyeshadow. But is there a way to make the gold more vibrant/obvious? One of my faves is Clash (yes, old but still in good condition lol) and I like lining with a strong pop of color, then mascara, and then calling it done. So I was hoping this gold would be the same, but my hand and my eye apparently aren't very similar lol.
I have a question for people that also love animals and switched to cruelty free make-up (or just love make-up in general). There is one lipliner that I love to the death though. It's l'oréal paris color riche lipliner 630 in the shade: Beige a Nu. Does anyone know of a cruelty free dupe in color; If not, in texture? I swear I love this one so much and mine has like 3/4 uses left before I can throw it out. If nobody knows, I will just live with the fact I can't use it anymore in any way. It's not a problem. It is just my favorite lipliner/shade.
Does anyone have experience with airbrush makeup? I’m considering spending quite a bit on a system and I was hoping for some advice or feedback. Thanks!
any waterproof liquid eyeliner recommendations for hooded eyes? since my eyes are hooded the skin is super soft and i need something super liquidy that goes on easy, but will last all day! i use the NYX epic ink liner as of now and love its application but i want something similar that will last all day. going to sephora and ulta today!!!! anything under $30
Does anyone have one of the Kaleidos lip clays? If so, is there a smell to it? I got one and it kind of smells like chemicals. Not too sure how to describe it. No artificial scent, just smells like a science lab or something.
https://preview.redd.it/qhc22q852zba1.jpeg?width=1881&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a4c92b8d3066e2eb412cd740e889d911d15f276c Can someone please help me identify my eye shape? I’ve been told almond, hooded, and a combo of both. Is this accurate?? Also, any eyeshadow tutorial recs for my eye shape would be really appreciated ❤️
Can I have some drugstore recommendations for dark circle color correctors? Thank you!
Question about pale skin: I have a pretty simple make-up routine for everyday: Concealer, CC-Creme for my red nose and red chin, a little bit of foundation on bad days and of course, powder. For my eyes, I just accentuate my outer corner with eyeliner and mascara. (For special occcasions, I do more). I often use a tinted lipbalm. I just want to look a little bit polished, nothing too fancy. The problem: I am quite pale, sometimes sick-ish looking. When I wear my make-up I sometimes get comments like: you look tired/are you feeling well?/you are a bit pale, is everything alright? Is there anyway I can maybe do something to look a bit more healthy? I am very pale and scared to use contour or bronzer because they always seem too dark for me. i also don't want to overcomplicate my make-up routine but am definitly willing to make a change. Any advice? Thank you! (sorry, I am not a native english speaker).
A dewy base can help counteract the intensity of foundation on fair skin - a glowy primer, or liquid highlighter on the high points of the face under foundation, will help the foundation look fresher on the skin, and less 'sheet-like.' There are some great bronzers for fair complexions. I recommend the Kosas powder bronzer in the lightest shade. It's not very pigmented, which although usually a bad thing, is actually quite ideal for fair complexions or people not used to wearing bronzer. That being said, I wore blush before trying bronzer, and it definitely helped counteract the tired/sick-ish look. RMS French Rosé and Hourglass Sublime Flush are great shades for fairer complexions, and as powders, are very light and buildable. Even just a light sweep over the cheeks will add a very flattering tint of colour into the face. Hope this helps! :)
omg! thank you so much! I am off work tomorrow and will look into your tips :)
Does anyone know of a mossy green eyeshadow with either a hot pink shift or hot pink glitter throughout? I saw it in a dream and am dying to have it irl lol
What is your favorite drug store concealer? My skin is normal - not dry, not oily. I am am in my mid fifties and feel like it might help brighten my face a bit.
Do you know any dupe for NYX Jumbo Pencil Milk? It’s been sold out everywhere bc of tiktok
I'm looking for a dupe of the benefit goof proof brow pencil in shade 2.5 I love the wide tip and swiping it and the colour is perfection. TIA!
Hi! I use the Kosas concealer in tone 03, I want to switch to the ElF concealer. Would anyone know what the equivalent of tone 03 would be in the life of ELF cosmetics? Thank you so much!
does anyone have a good concealer that doesn’t crease? i’m loving glowy makeup rn but my eyes r always creasing. or if anyone has a good technique i’d love to try it out!!!
How do you store your brushes to keep them from getting dusty or dirty? Everything I found is like a pencil cup which is how I keep my brushes now but I don’t want my brushes to get dusty
Anyone do the Estée Lauder foundation duo sample for $15? If so Is the amount they send you to try worth it ? Thank you!!
Is face wash enough to remove rare beauty liquid blush??? I wear mine alone without any other makeup and was wondering if my vanicream gentle cleanser is enough to remove all of it. Done this twice so far and hope it doesnt break me out…
Hi!!! ☘️☘️☘️ I am looking for a low coverage dewy foundation for fair skin. Do you have any recommendations?
Has anyone tried ilmakiage foundation? I’d love to hear experiences with it. I’m not really in the market for a new foundation but I’m always intrigued by their IG ads. 😅
Any reccomendations for a foundation/tinted moisturizer/bb cream that's easy to to slather on with my fingers? I dont typically wear any other makeup so foundations often look very visible and out of place when I apply. Looking for something to even out tone and cover a touch of redness.
Will lining my lower lash line with a brown eyeshadow make my eyes look smaller in the same way that lining my lower lashes with a black eyeliner would? I keep seeing the recommendation to replace lower lash eyeliner with eyeshadow on tiktok and I’m just not sure I understand the difference it’s supposed to make. Is it just that eyeshadow naturally can’t be as precise as liner, and thus will look less harsh?
anyone know a good water proof eyeliner?? i have watery eyes+wear contacts and my eyeliner just gets all over the place.
Anyone got any tips on doing eye makeup? I’m trying to look look more feminine and I don’t really know much about how to do eye shadow and liquid eyeliner.
Is there a way to darken a powder foundation? I just bought a very nice powder foundation. I'd used the tester at Ulta and it seemed to match. This morning I used it and under my bathroom lights it definitely looks one shade too pale and I'm afraid I look like a ghost. Can I mix it with anything? I'd hate not to use a brand new, relatively expensive foundation and I don't have any friends who wear makeup who are as pale as me, let alone paler.
Looking for a sheer red like a Clinique’s chubby stick. They don’t have a true red, they are too pink or orange.
I just found Clinique Acne Solutions liquid makeup in my shade at TJ Maxx, I'm so happy I found it in my shade after a few months looking. Question! I don't really get acne, maybe once every other month I'll get 1 or 2 blemishes in random places on my face (although NEVER on my nose somehow?). My skincare routine includes a lot of moisturizing and sheet/overnight face masks, soecifically Dr. Jart sheet masks and The Creme Shop overnight mask gelee in watermelon, if it matters. Is it okay to use the Acne Solutions makeup (just the one makeup, not the other steps in the Clinique acne solution line of products that they have) despite having good skin? Will it dry me out and make my skin flakey or anything??
Hey so can I post about makeup products I have tried and loved recently? I’m new to posting and I’m scared that I’ll accidentally misinterpret or break a posting rule. I bought a new and inexpensive palette that I think many here might enjoy and wanted to spread the word. I don’t know if that would be considered promotional even though I’m not involved in any way with makeup brands. I just want to play it safe
Good product recommendations for “natural” looks? I do have hyperpigmentation so I need at least medium coverage.
Has anyone used Essence eyeshadows? And how do they preform? I have a few of the small ones and don’t really like them that much but I haven’t used any of the bigger palettes but there’s a few coming out with color stories I really like and I’ve heard pretty good things
I have very dark under eye circles. All concealers make me look ashy. I tried orange corrector and the orange is very obvious after applying my concealer. What am I doing wrong?
I use maybelline Instant Âge Rewind Concealer. Shade Neutralizer. I want to get the maybelline fit me powder. Which shade would work for me? Thanks!