/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

I can't decide whether to get the Naked 1 or Naked 2 palette. I prefer matte shades of Naked 2 but I find that Naked 2 doesn't have an even distribution of light, mid tone and dark colours.

I use a face wash by Etude House called Magic Bubble Peeling Foam. It makes my face really soft, supple, and clear. Pretty sweet shit.

>>6902408
Oh, and the other option is The Balm's Nude 'Tude palette. I quite like the warm shades in that.

>>6902369
1) What's your make up and skin care routine?
>I wash my face with Simple face wash, or Lush Herbalism (twice a week), then tone with tea tree water, moisturise, and do my makeup.
2) Products you can't live without?
>Revlon colourstay foundation - a drugstore foundation that actually has a pink-toned shade, when I tried it I was so overjoyed that I didn't have to look yellow anymore.
3) Products you might want to recommend?
>Benefit dandelion blush/highlight - my skin is really pale and this is one of the only powders I've found that makes me look very lightly flushed and glowing without looking like I'm wearing blusher.
4) And lastly, any inquiries? Things you would like to share?
>A friend is going to Korea in the summer and offered to pick me up some things but I know nothing about Korean makeup or skin products, any things that people particularly recommend?

1. Skin care routine:
Penelopi Masha Moon for cleansing
SK-II Facial Treatment Essence for toner
Spa Water Gel for moisturizer
Kumargic for eyes
Lululun for facial mask

2. I can't live without Masha. It's the best cleanser soap I have ever used. I have combination prone acne skin, and this helps to treat my old scars and new pimples. It also brightens up my complexion and not over drying. I use it every morning because it also brightens up your complexion. Been using it for half a year now.

3. I would recommend Penelopi Moon soaps. They also have Junoa for regular skin, and Talisa for aging.

4. Totally recommend checking out Cosme awards. I have never been let down by any award winning products.

>>6903837
http://www.imomoko.com/penelopi-moon-facial-cleansing-soap-masha.html
85$? Why is that soap so expensive?

>>6903837
where do you buy the masha moon cleanser? I have literally the same skin as you

>>6903862
>>6903863

I got mine off taobao.

>>6902369
1) What's your make up and skin care routine?
In the morning, rinse face with water, pat dry. Then apply:
- half a pump of Skin79 Snail Nutrition (or Hot Pink) BB Cream.
- KissMeHeroine's eyeliner and thickening/curling mascara.
- Urban Decay eye shadow primer, plus any cheapo eye shadow.
- A tiny dab of lipstick on each cheek, and massaged around as a cream blush. Use same lipstick on lips.

No. 7 hand cream with SPF on hands. (Trying to get better about caring for my neck and hands as well as my face.)

Evening: massage Pond's cold cream on face and neck, and wipe away the makeup with a warm wash cloth. I don't use toner every night, but when I do it's diluted apple cider vinegar (1 part vinegar to 2 parts water). For acne, I put a drop of tea tree oil on a Q-tip, dilute it with water, and spot-treat problem areas.

2) Products you can't live without?

KissMeHeroine's thickening/curling mascara. My short Asian eyelashes can't hold a curl without this shit.

3) Products you might want to recommend?

Vitamin E oil. Removes eye makeup easily.

4) And lastly, any inquiries? Things you would like to share?

Are eye creams/lotions worth the extra buck, or a total scam?

>>6904110
I think if you have a need for eye products, then they are worth it. I have quite dry skin around the corners of my eyes, probably from applying/removing makeup daily for years, so I need to use eye cream.
But if you don't have any eye-related problems I wouldn't see why you'd need to use eye products.

1) What's your make up and skin care routine?
I change products based on my skin, in summer its more oily so I go for Clean n Clear to diminish breakouts, in winter and fall it feels real dry so I wash my face with cold cream/ponds and warm water. Now that I'm 25 though I've just sort of keep with it. I wash my face pretty much when it gets oily too and tend to not wear my makeup all day unless I have too. I go without make up as much as possible, at home, night, and certain days at school regardless of how it makes me look because I strive to just give my face a rest.

2) Products you can't live without?
I like Rimmel's bb cream, its light and does the job. I can't live without my sephora eyeliner though, shits expensive but its the only brush tip where I dont F up the job, one stroke and I'm done.

3) Products you might want to recommend?
ChaCha Tint or something along the lines of that, its a blush and from all the people I've seen use it online and in person it seems to look amazing, but the going price is 30$ and for blush, that's a lot.

4) And lastly, any inquiries? Things you would like to share?
I want to share the simple reminder that makeup has an expiration date, though we don't like to acknowledge that. After awhile its time to switch foundation colors too, don't be afraid to blend if necessary and experiment. Throw away brushes/pads/sponges if you can't keep them up to par and don't share sponges or anything that goes on your face. You never know how your face will react and since you can't hide it, might save yourself the embarrasment and bacteria by avoiding that, including sharing with family.

don't know if true.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0hmJc-MCxw

>>6903866
Are you sure it's not a knock off?
Either way, link to the store?

May I have some help?

So I'm trying to get into applying eyeshadow properly (I just wear eyeliner and mascara atm). I've bought a set of eye brushes, but I'm kinda confused as to how to use them, even though I've watched a million youtube videos on the topic. From what I understand, for a really basic look, you use a dense-ish, flat brush to apply a colour all over the lid, then take a darker colour on a fluffy blending brush and place it in the crease and outer v? And take the denser brush to apply a highlight to the browbone too, and a pencil brush to apply colour on your lower lashline. Correct?

>tfw you finally get an eye primer and your eyeshadow no longer creases within 30 seconds of applying it

Hi guys! I work at Skinfood, so if anyone has any Skinfood questions, ask away! Keep in mind though, the US only carries about half the lines so I may not know some of the products. I am also doing a Skinfood sample/full product giveaway on my facebook page if you want in on it. pic related, so far 27 individual products to use and I'll be adding more to it.

1) What's your make up and skin care routine?
-once a week Skinfood Black Sugar Mask Wash Off for exfoliation
- organic coconut oil to remove makeup
- Clean and Clear Makeup Dissolving foaming cleanser
- Skinfood Royal Honey Eye Cream
- Skinfood Facial Vita - C Cream (moisturizer)
- Biore UV bright face milk (sunscreen + makeup base)

Daily makeup:
- A tiny bit of Make Up For Ever HD Concealer for undereye and acne scars on my chin
- Charcott HD Foundation, just a tiny bit for sheer coverage
- Make Up For Ever HD Finishing powder (translucent)
- a bit of highlight, blush and that's it, no eye makeup

2) Products you can't live without?
the Make Up For Ever translucent powder, makes my skin velvet smooth all day/night long, and black sugar mask.

3) Products you might want to recommend?
A good exfoliating scrub! and urban decay eye primer potion

>>6903837
I wanted to try the Penelopi soap just because it's so cute, but the price held me back. Now that I know it's worth it I'll give it a spin!

>>6905830
How prevalent are knockoffs of stuff like soap? Makeup I can see, but are there fakes of basic skincare products?

>>6903863
The MSRP for the Junia type is almost 4000 yen, and the others are even more expensive (the anti-aging one is like 7500).
The short answer is 'cause Japanese ladies will gladly pay ridonkulous prices for cosmetics. I literally don't have any Japanese friends who don't have at least one Dior, Chanel, Givenchy or YSL product in their makeup bags, and I live in a poorer, countryside area.

They also got me addicted to Dior Lip Maximizer. Fuck. It smells (and even tastes!) great and works incredibly well, but it's like $40 a tube for the love of God.

>>6905830
How prevalent are knockoffs of stuff like soap? Makeup I can see, but are there fakes of basic skincare products?

>>6903863
The MSRP for the Junia type is almost 4000 yen, and the others are even more expensive (the anti-aging one is like 7500).
The short answer is 'cause Japanese ladies will gladly pay ridonkulous prices for cosmetics. I literally don't have any Japanese friends who don't have at least one Dior, Chanel, Givenchy or YSL product in their makeup bags, and I live in a poorer, countryside area.

They also got me addicted to Dior Lip Maximizer. Fuck. It smells (and even tastes!) great and works incredibly well, but it's like $40 a tube for the love of God.

Can anybody recommend products from Lush?

>>6906704
The Lemony Flutter cuticle butter is amazing.

>>6906664
Ooh, I'll ask you about Skinfood later once I've thought of some good questions! I've only ever used one of their products and remember being not too impressed (can't even remember what it was; hand cream or something like that), but I always have room in my makeup case for second chances!

Also,
> A good exfoliating scrub!

I post about this stuff on here so often people probably think I'm stealth marketing for Lush, but I seriously doubt a better scrub than Ocean Salt exists.

>>6906711
I've heard that stuff is great, but those salt crystals look pretty big and rough.
Its not too harsh on your face is it?

>>6906664
Just fyi, advertising isn't allowed and is considered spam.
You can give advice, but you really shouldn't be blatantly advertising the products

What should I use if I want skin similar to this?

I'm a very pale white girl.

>>6906751

Colourwise or look-wise? I'd say you want a dewy highlighter, I use Benefit's Girl Meets Pearl.

>>6906757
Both, mainly colourwise though

I'll keep that in mind, thanks.

Any makeup tips or trick for masuline makeup? I'm doing a kodona coord this weekend and need some help, please.

>>6906781

Colourwise, I'd say she looks like she might have been shopped lighter.

I'm relatively pale and a redhead, so you can imagine. I tend to find all foundations are way too dark for my weird blue grey skintone, and I have to mix foundation with white base. You could try that? It might make you look paler.

I assume you're shooting for the snowy white skin look, right?

>>6906778
Pay attention to your eyebrows. Guys usually have thicker/less shapely brows than girls.

>>6906778
Darken under your cheekbones to accentuate them and add that hollowed out look. Also, you could shape your jaw using the same tricks, it depends if you have the right stuff otherwise you could end up looking very orange.

>>6906778
I don't like your hair as is(too fluffy in the bangs), but I like the slight androgyny thing you have going with short hair

You don't want to look manly for kodona, so just keept it simple. Foundation, cover up, and fill your brows in a bit, little lip gloss

>>6905830

China doesn't have knock-offs of everything. I always buy Japanese cosmetics from taobao, because paying the SS fees is still cheaper than online asian cosmetic shops. I have never receive any knock offs. You just have to be careful.

For Masha: http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.409.3PKYsp&id=18719516685&_u=d1i2jdn70d7f

>>6906681

You really should! They also come in different sizes, prices range from $10-$60. The soaps will last for a few months, it's so worth it in the long run. I first tried the 30g Masha which cost $35, and it lasted for 3-4 months with daily use.

>>6906798
Yes, similar

>>6906794
ok, tried brushing them up and coloring them in.

>>6906811
I brushed it out a little. I plan on ironing it.
Don't want uber manly just want to look princely. Tuesday I leave for bootcamp,cut it because my hair is otherwise unmanageable (even as a bob they would have cut it to.) Thankyou for the compliment, anon.

>>6906751

You need to have at least semi-flawless skin. Your face (the base) is the most important factor for the ulzzang look. Don't cake on the foundation/BB cream. I always relax with a facial mask before applying make-up. It tightens my pores, hydrates, and gives a healthy glow.

For the dewy glow, you can pretty much use any Korean highlighters. Personally I use Etude House's Baby glow stick. Don't wipe it all over your face, a lot of people tend to do that. Do T zone, cupid's bow, cheekbones, mid section of eyelid, and chin.

As for the color, I think it's mostly lighting and probably minor shoop. I am Asian, and my skin can look that pale without shoop.

>>6906704
I like the Bar Shampoo "New". it smells really great and you only need a little bit to get a good lather. My only complaint is that you pretty much HAVE to buy a case for it, otherwise most of it gets stuck to the tub between showers and goes to waste.

>>6906889
I think it'll be fine, you won't have much to do, definitely can do the princely look. Dem lips

I have a couple of questions since I've never purchased Makeup products online.

Where to buy KISSMEHEROINE products?

And does anyone knows a good pink with gold sparkles (Or any sparkles) eyeshadow that does not make your eyes look puffy? Pic related somehow

>>6906903
My skin is pretty good if I may say so myself.

Are there any pale foundations/BB creams you could recommend?

>>6906921
smashbox's colour "Flamingo" is a great pink with a gold shine.

>>6906726
My skin isn't sensitive or delicate (I'm combination to oily), but I haven't found it rough. The crystals aren't that big; there are some occasional big chunks in the solution but most of them are about the size of standard culinary-use sea salt. It's bracing enough to feel good, but as long as you don't sandpaper your face with it you'll be good. Just spread it on your face like a mask and massage in gentle circles, rinse, and feel limey and glowing.

>>6906726
Also looking closer, the crystals in that image are DEFINITELY a lot bigger than what you actually get. Here's a more accurate pic.

Often when you buy a new pot there'll be a layer of salt crystals sitting on the top, but just mix them in until you get this consistancy. It should be a nice foamy cream consistency with salt crystals evenly dispersed throughout.

>>6907123
Thanks for clearing that up!

>>6907042

I would recommend Heynature BB cream. It's the most popular BB cream in Asia right now, and it has amazing coverage. I don't even need to use concealer. I also use their primer, it smells kinda funny but the two together is amazing.

For finishing, I suggest Canmake's Marshmallow Finish Power. If you don't pat on too much, your skin will look like marshmallow.

>>6907169
where do you get your marshmallow?

>>6907169
Okay, thanks.
Do you know a good place to order it online from? Googling didn't seem to help.

1) What's your make up and skin care routine?

Morning version:
- depending on how my face looks oil-wise when I wake up, wash face with either Shu Uemura Fresh cleansing oil, Lush Angels on Bare Skin or a Clearasil foam (I prefer Neutrogena but that's hard to find here).
- toner either Lush Aroma Water (to refresh) or Sofina Beaute Very Moisturizing toner (to hydrate).
- Yves Saint Laurent Forever Youth Liberator beauty serum (only because I have a friend at YSL who sneaks me little sample bottles; this stuff is nice but not worth the money it costs. I mostly like it for its nice smell.)
- Sofina Beaute day moisturizer (SPF 30 beeyotch)
- Shu Uemura blush on cheeks and for contour. Majolica Majorca Jewelling Pencil eyeliner (don't recommend this; I'm just trying to use up the one I have). Eyeshadow is either from my Too Faced Dream Collection palette or this ancient Almay shadow trio for hazel eye definition that I've had for like ten years. Dior Addict Lip Maximizer on lips; sometimes I use that as a base for either Revlon Lip Butter (this stuff is really nice; very moisturizing) or the lip gloss in my Too Faced palette. When I'm dressing to impress I use Guerlain Meteorites pearls to highlight. To finish, Colorescience Sunforgettable Powder in All Clear. I also use Shu Uemura loose powder in their transparent shade for setting during the day.

2) Products you can't live without?

The Colorescience powder is really great; it's invisible, scentless, weightless, and is basically a sunscreen in powder form so it protects extremely well in the summer. Keeping myself to just one per category: Lash Knockout mascara for makeup (looks amazing forever but comes off instantly with warm water), Ocean Salt scrub for skin, Lush's R&B cream for hair, Bouncia body soap for shower and the Sephora's vanilla bubble bath for bath.

3) Products you might want to recommend?
Aside from the stuff I mentioned in #2. I love Lush's Big Blue bath bombs; they make the water look and smell like the Mediterranean. They even have little strands of seaweed in them to complete the experience, though if you don't like that you can put the bombs inside the toe of a stocking before you throw them in the water. I also highly highly recommend Shiseido's Ma Cherie shampoo and conditioner to people living in Asia or places where you can get that line; they work well, smell amazing and are affordable.

4) And lastly, any inquiries? Things you would like to share?

I got menthol shampoo used on me at the hair salon the other day and it was like a religious experience! That stuff is SO AMAZING and I want to buy a truckload to use this summer. What are some good brands? Preferably available in the U.S. but I'd love other recs. I'm also on the lookout for a good exfoliating product for feet specifically.

>>6907169
>>6907193
Oh lord that sounds amazing and it only costs about $10! I'll definitely pick up some first I can find it.

>>6907214
Looks like YesStyle has it, albeit with the price waaaay inflated: http://www.yesstyle.com/en/info.html/pid.1032167490

eBay would seem to have several cheaper options.

>>6906889
>bootcamp
Damn! Godspeed, Anon! I hope your nice hair grows back later ;-; (I think you are quite attractive, no homo well okay some homo.)

SUMMER
AM:
either: Tarte flawless brightening 12 hr primer
or
>Cerave gel moisturizer

>skin79 VIP GOLD BB (too lovely for words, must try for anyone with dry skin)

>Physician's formula BB powder (beautiful satin finish with micro shimmer)

>Benefit watt's up highlighter

>NYX/Coastal Scents eyeshadow

>Maybelline color tattoo in barely branded

>Revlon cream blushes

>Milani Illuminating Face Powder (gives a glowy look)

>revlon colorstay liquid eyeliner/ rimmel exaggerate waterproof eyeliner

>Benefit They're Real! mascara ( excellent formula!)


PM:
>Cerave PM
>Neutrogena oil free makeup remover
>Aveeno smart essentials cleanser


WINTER
AM:

same as summer but no cream blushes and instead of BB cream i use this:

>maybelline dream smooth mousse
>NYX blushes
>Bare Escentuals powder foundation
PM:
CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM with jojoba oil
same as summer
2) Products you can't live without?

CONCEALERS. I hoard them like a cat lady hoards cats.

Shiseido Natural Finish Cream Concealer
>liquid
>Has light to medium coverage
>dewy
>adheres to flakes

SPF 20 Correcting Concealer by Bare Escentuals

>cream
>medium coverage
>somewhat satiny
>Fragrance-free
>adheres to flakes

NYX

Above & Beyond Full Coverage Concealer
by NYX

>cream
>medium coverage
>matte finish, but works with dry skin
>DOES NOT adhere to flakes

Flower cosmetics petit fleurs pocket triple concealer
>stick-cream form (my favorite)
>thick consistency
>pigmented
>dewy to semi matte (more dewy than shiseido ) finish
>they fall out VERY EASILY
M.A.C. select cover up in NW20

>liquid but very creamy
>quite pigmented
>easy to blend
>dewy finish


>pic related my skin with mousse foundation on
3) Products you might want to recommend?

>>6907258
I second this! I would also love a recommendation for a mentholated shampoo.

Buh. I'm getting dandruff and I have an oily scalp in between washes. I can't decide if I should buy Lush's Snake Oil, then have a regular shampoo and conditioner, or if I should just get shampoo/conditioner for dandruff (from where, I can't decide where to go - overpriced organic stuff or apple scented head and shoulders?). I also have problems with hair falls in the shower.

>>6907368
If I weren't living on a shoe-string budget, I'd buy Nioxin. I looove the minty scent and the tingling feeling on my scalp. I had very little hair falls from using it.

>>6907371
Honestly, I've found generic brand shampoo is best for your hair. Crazy but weird. Also don't wash it too often, 4 times a week max. It takes a bit of getting used to, but it works to reduce oiliness. If the oiliness and dandruff is a big problem, then maybe you should see a professional about it.

>>6907371
I meant to say, "from there, I can't decide where to go"

>>6907375
I should probably mention that Nioxin has several "levels" of shampoo, ranging from normal hair to colored and damaged. It's generally used for thinning hair though.

I have another question, this one regarding facial care: My face is a combination of oily and dry, and my acne is mild (at worst, a few white heads). I really liked sampling Burt's Bee's Radiance Facial cleanser, but it doesn't have salicylic acid. I can't decide if I should just get something for acne or have a separate treatment gel (I also don't like Clean and Clear's spot treatment, and Burt's Bee's version smells bad to me - suggestions?)

1) Face: Moisturizer, face primer, BB cream (currently using Skin Food Peach Sake)
concealer (mainly undereye), highlight, powder, bronzer, blush (peach, pink - whatever I feel like)
Eyes: primer, eyeshadow (usually two main colors, one light one dark and a highlight color), liquid eyeliner, mascara (two coats - one base and one waterproof coat), brows

Lips: usually just a nude lipstick or gloss, but I have lots of lipstick colors to choose from

Lately I am going for more of a natural look, so maybe only one peachy or pink eyeshadow for base, thin line for upper lash line, smudgy lower lash line, more mascara, and a nude or slightly more pigmented color for lips.

2) Products you can't live without?
the Balm's nude tude. >>6902475 anon should get it. Also BB cream.

3) Products you might want to recommend?
I quite like Skin Food's BB cream and of course Skin79's pink label. I also have all 6 of the Balm's Balm Girl lipsticks. The packaging is awesome, and although the lipsticks are a bit dry, the color is amazing. For liquid eyeliner, K-Palette and Dolly Wink are awesome for oily lids, like the ones I have.

4) And lastly, any inquiries? Things you would like to share?
I would like some recommendations for drugstore face primers and eye primers. I have only used Tony Moly's face primers so I don't know what other brands offer non-silicone primers. I am thinking about Milani's eye primer, but I can't find it in stock anywhere and would at least like to know that it's worth hunting down.

>>6907384
Ok. I usually wash every other day as I have very long hair. I might just get a bottle of head and shoulders. They've been coming out with some nice scents lately. If dandruff wasn't my problem, I'd want to try some solid shampoos. It doesn't help that my apartment gets hot easily and I haven't done any traveling yet.

>>6907390
I use an acne facewash which contains salicylic acid in it twice daily. I rarely get acne apart from a week before my period. I guess any product aimed at teenagers and their acne containing salicylic acid would work just as effectively.

>>6907395
Also try not to play with your hair too much. I keep mine pinned away from my face, otherwise I keep pushing it out of my face and I find it gets greasier much faster. I guess the movement just stimulates the glands to produce more oil or something.

cellphone ran out of battery the moment I sent my comment fuck this >.<

anyway was just saying as a make up artist I'm kinda surprised by most of the products listed, some are pretty good but I see most as bleh..
I'll not commenton the creams cos tbh I haven't found a perfect one yet, the one I use is decent but nothing I'd recommend in particular..
but my core products in my case are the new mineralise liquid fundation from MAC, love the finish it has.. with a bit of mineralise powder OR if you want something more mat go for loose powder from make up forever (MUFE), best mat there is, except for the MAC pro loose but hard to get for most people though they sell it online I've heard now, just no discount for pro of course)
of course for mineralize you need a dry to normal skin, up to maybe slight mixt, but avoid if you tend to shine during day, then you can go for either HD foundation from MUFE or studio fix fluid from MAC
for the blush I always adivce ot take it easy, males hate when it gets obvious believe me on that.. so you can go from none at all to little bronzing powder depending on your complexion, my all time fav though are mineralize blush Warm Soul and love joy also from mac
a good eye liner for instance always do the trick (blacktrack or Aquablack, both work great, blacktrack need to dry up maybe a bit longer not to leave any stains, but easier to apply since you can go over it longer before it sticks.. up to you)
oh I love the HD blushes from MUFE if you want something more natural btw, it's cream blush so very easy to blend and gets it very natural very easily.. no screw up with that
lipstick is really something personal but a good red is always viable especially with a nice eyeliner so MAC red or Russian Red for a nice mat color, I used to use the mouline rouge red lipstick from MUFE a lot too, and I always recommend a not so famous one Rebel, most dark skin use it but I found it gorgeous on fair skin, give it a look
ok post too long soz!

I LOVE lush soap, miranda is my personal fav (my gf too btw) but please stay away from their shampoo, seriously...

as a side note as MUA I use mostly the two brands I named before but I love checking NARS gloss, sometimes armani's foundations (as long as you have the right colors to fit) and some bobbi brown colors for eyeliners or eyeshadows..
but yeah without the pro discount we tends to pick only the best products from every brands
I loved the naked palette of course, got both for my GF, usually all their palette are good, I got the alice palette too back then, good stuff really
and most of my black clients uses Black up but since I'm not familiar with the products I'll let you try it :)
but as for revlon, gemey, bourgeois and stuff.. well if you find something good, good for you but try before buying if you don't want to fill up your shelves with useless things :)

seriously I type too much but yeah whatever >.<
just don't forget one very important things ladies: your eyebrows, do them well, don't fucking use tatoo except if you have a uber excellent tatooist, please think 10 times about it before doing it, I mean it, it's SUPER important, messed up brows will render any make up you do BLEH
the waterproof MUFE eyebrow corrector does wonder or you can just go ahead with an eyeshadow or pencil (not fan of pencil it's kinda obvious if not done properly)
and one last thing, if you're asian you'll probably 99% of chance need false lashes, short and/or falling lashes is just not good, and a nice pair of lashes even without much or make up at all makes you all pretty and sexy, I love the "7" from mac, very natural despite what you may think, MUFE does very artistic ones but more expensive and not much natural.. shu uemura are great but fuck those prices, but if you rich please be my guest :)
there am done, have fun ladies!

>>6907583
Yeah, I agree with you about Lush's shampoos. I got samples of their beer shampoo (called Lana here, but in the U.S. I think it has another name) and Retread conditioner and was disappointed to say the least. The shampoo did nothing that I could discern, and the Retread smelled so vile to me that I threw it out after one use. I was tempted to try their bar shampoos but honestly that kinda scared me away.

>>6907400
uh, or its the natural oils on your hands and whatever filth and grime

>>6907371
Try Head and Shoulders. It's classic but it works.

I've never had dandruff problems but I wash with it once or twice a month because it can help control really oily hair since it kills bacteria on the scalp that can overstimulate oil production.

They have a bunch of new types now, too. I use Ocean Lift after my dad randomly got it for me when I asked for H&S, and I was quite impressed by it. It does its job, but also added visible shine and smells really really good.

Since it seems thread-relevant, @cosme posted their midyear best cosmetics rankings today: http://www.cosme.net/bestcosme/2013_half

If anyone sees something on there they're dying to know more about I can do a Q&D translation of it.

>>6907659
Thanks for the update! I need that Kose Sekkisei BB cream in my life! I love their toner.

>>6907666
Oh, that interests me, because I'm looking for a new Japanese toner (old one had way too much alcohol in it). I didn't think much of their moisturizer (the one in the dark blue bottle) but the toner I may have to check out. Is it alcohol-free?

>>6903737
Recommendations please guys?

>>6907682
I don't use a ton of Korean products but the cheapo Pure Smile masks are some of the best disposable sheet type masks I've ever used. The Gem (sapphire especially) and Metallics series (platinum especially) make my face feel so nice.

Question: Would it be okay to use pure cocoa butter as a moisturizer for really oily, really sensitive skin(face)? Every other moisturizer I've tried from Neutrogena and Clinique have done fuck all for my face.

>>6907775
>I don't use a ton of Korean products but the cheapo Pure Smile masks

But these masks are japanese?

Has anyone else tried using a brown sugar scrub on their face? I made one recently and used it, and I love how soft it made my face, but are there any long-term ill effects?

>>6903737
Etude House Sweet Recipe Baby Choux Base seems like a great highlighting and moisturizing base.

>>6904110

Eye cream is not necessary if you're under 30 and have no wrinkles. don't believe anyone that tells you otherwise.

The eye area is much thinner and drinks up any kind of cream you put on top much quicker than the rest of your face so be very careful. If you think your under eye highlighter/concealer isn't moisturizing enough go ahead and get a eye cream. Otherwise no cream can prevent crow's feet or wrinkles under the eye. None. sunscreen is your best best if you want to delay the formation of wrinkles.

>>6907998
sugar scrubs are usually reserved for lips but I doubt it's as abrasive as the LUSH scrubs.

STAY AWAY FROM THOSE, there's ground almonds in one holy crap.

If it doesn't cause inflammation (redness) go ahead and use it.

>>6908367
>Otherwise no cream can prevent crow's feet or wrinkles under the eye. None.
THANK YOU. I can't stand when girls complain about the wrinkles under their eyes. Not bags, but those wrinkles. Yeah, you have eyelids, we all get those.

1) What's your make up and skin care routine?

Wash my face with Glymed Sal-X facial scrub, Skin Medica's eye cream, Dermesse Skin Lightener, and Skin Medica's Serum, and sunscreen SPF 30. Concealer and powder. If I'm feeling fancy, Ill have on bronzer, blush, eye liner and mascara.

2) Products you can't live without?

My Skin Medica Serum, it does everything! Also my Milan liquid eye liner.

3) Products you might want to recommend?

Skin Medica's serum and eye cream. Dermesse products and Glymed for acne. Glominerals and color science make great mineral makeup, color science also makes a water proof powder foundation!

4) And lastly, any inquiries? Things you would like to share?

I find that medical grade products actually work versus most over the counter products. Also, take care of your skin and you won't have to use that much make up. Lifestyle habits also effect your skin as well, eat lots of fruits, veggies, and exercise. Smoking is BAD for your skin.

Has anyone used L'Oreal True Match? How do you like it?

Also, has anyone used both Revlon's Photoready Primer and L'Oreal's Magic Perfecting Base, and can compare the two?

>>6908444
Not that person, and I'm not arguing with what you're saying, but some people have wrinkles under their eyes due to genetics. I have them, and so does my 17 year old brother. I know there are a fair few anons here who have them too. It's just the way the skin folds.

>>6908477
We all have wrinkles under our eyes.

Has anyone tried any Tony Moly products?
Recommendations?

>>6908491
I'm talking about relatively prominent ones like pic related

>>6908498
Bunny glosses are nice, though they don't have much lasting power. Adorable as fuck though, and the brighter ones have a nice tint to them.
Cats Wink Mascara is a dud, it curls and lengthens nice, but clumps like a motherfucker, you end up looking like you have about 5 eyelashes.
Cats Wink lipstick is okayish. It's quite hydrating but if your lips are even remotely dry and flaking, it'll show up.

>>6907849
Pure cocoa butter is really rich
It's a good moisturizer but because your skin is really oily you should probably use a very very small amount or find a moisturizer that is not heavy

>>6908510
We all have those. There's a difference of prominence, but everyone has those.

Well, I guess I shouldn't speak for all eye shapes. But everyone I know has those.

>>6908498
I tried the bunny gloss and the color is lovely, but it stays on my lips for less than five minutes. Then again everything flees my lips in under a minute so it could just be me.
Speaking of which, how do I fix that? There's literally not one thing I did that made a lipstick/gloss stay for a long time.

>>6907849
Maybe try Olay's moisturizer for sensitive skin? Cocoa Butter will probably be way too rich for your skin and will clog your pores, or make it more oily. I also have somewhat oily and sensitive skin, and I switched from Neutrogena's sensitive skin moisturizer to Olay's, and Olay's is much better.

>>6908498

I am a fan of their designs, but not their functionality. You can definitely find better products with the same price. The egg pore series are ok, but I almost never use it. The only thing I would recommend is the Latte Art Cappuccino scrubs. The texture is like caramel, and the smell is sweet black coffee. It's super amazing and leaves your skin pretty smooth.

>>6908498
Lip stuff is really good, I recommend their cat lip stain. I have it in orange and it's really nice!

For their skin care products, I recommend their Appletox honey cream and Floria peeling gel. The honey cream smells super nice and is not too oily while still being really moisturizing. The peeling gel literally just peels shitloads of dead skin off, and I don't need to use it very often because of how effective it is.
Their egg pore stuff looks cute, but yeah it's not that great. I bought the blackhead out oil while it was on sale and I don't see any difference when I use it. Maybe my blackheads get a little lighter, and your skin texture does feel nice after, but no real result in terms of removing blackheads.

Overall their makeup is pretty good and their skin products are OK. Like most Korean brands, some of their products are AWESOME, and some are total over-promoted shit.

If anyone has any more questions about Korean brands, I live in Korea and have tested and tried a shit ton of products so feel free to ask ~
I've mostly tested The Face Shop, The Saem, Tony Moly, Etude House, Nature Republic and Innisfree.

Hey guys! I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for me?
I'm 21 and have been seeing a dermatologist since I was 14. My skin was pretty shit when I was younger but now that I'm older it seems to have strengthened.
However I tend to get a lot of peeling right under my mouth, and I always have a severe breakout once a month, literally right after my period.
Does anyone have any product recommendations for when I break out?
Pic related, it's the face wash I use every morning. I really like it.

>>6908594
There are lip primers which might help. Lip liner for lipsticks should prolong the wear too. Otherwise, there are always lip tints and lip stains.

>>6908469
I have. I've found it is quite runny, with a powdery finish and very little coverage.

>>6908666
Clearly Satan agrees with me

Has anyone here experience ordering korean products from ebay? I know there is a lot of fakes, so I'm kinda wary about getting something that might be bad for me. Any good sellers?

I was looking at ideaseller_kr, which have pretty low prices considering it is free shipping. Any experience?

Most cleansers are decent on my face. I have clear skin but when I use anything other than un-scented bar soap (seriously) I get a break out here and there. Isn't regular soap supposed to be awful for your face? And yet it gives me the best results.

What I have the most trouble with is moisturizer, though. I have normal skin, and yet they all manage to make me break out. It sucks.

>>6908622

For breakouts, try aspirin mask. I had really bad breakouts before, and it's the only thing that calms my raging zits. Just let the water dissolve the pills, and leave it on your face for 15-20 minutes. It should shrink pimples and minimize redness. I like to use drops of green tea for better results. Some people like to add honey, oatmeal, other things.

>>6908675
I actually have some non-coated aspirin!
Does anyone know any other all-natural treatments?
I have heard about using honey or oatmeal on your face but I'm unsure as to what the results would be.

>>6909075
Oops! I don't know what sage was i my name field, sorry guys!

So, best eye primer?

>>6907876
No they're not. Japan is their biggest market, hence the writing on the package fronts in that picture being in Japanese, but they're Korean.

>>6908367
>Eye cream is not necessary if you're under 30 and have no wrinkles. don't believe anyone that tells you otherwise.

Yeah this.
I'd ask a follow-up question: when is it time to start using eye cream? When you see crows' feet? Past 35?

>>6909092
People have had success with almost all of the eye primers available, from the $1 ELF one to the more expensive ones like UD Primer Potion and Too Faced Shadow Insurance. I personally use Nature Republic's Botanical Eye Primer which I got off cosmetic-love because I can't find any where I live and this one was quite cheap. It's not a bad product at all, my eye makeup used to crease within 10 minutes of applying it but it doesn't with this product.

>>6907396
I suppose. I honestly haven't had much luck with Biore lately. I guess I'll just get some clean and clear stuff.

>>6907400
I typically do that too, especially because it's gotten hot out and I work at a restaurant.

I guess I've been breaking out more than usual because I haven't been getting much sleep lately - stupid construction going on next door. >>6907620
Yeah. I'm pretty much set on that as soon as I run out of my current shampoo. I really hate using Tresemme's anti-breakage shampoo. It does nothing to prevent split ends (my hair just feels dry). Of course, I'll get a trim again since it's been over a month.

I'm thinking about getting a bottle of Head and Shoulders (either a generic version or the actual brand with a certain scent) and a different conditioner - what's a good recommendation?

>>6909092
fyrrinae's pixie epoxy is the best one if you use shimmery shadows, it works like crap with matte ones, though.

>>6907576

> every goddamn 'makeup artist'
> MAC MAC MAC MUFE MUFE MUFE

>>6909241
Honestly, just use whatever the fuck you want. If a product works for you, good. You don't have to spend money on high end products to get something decent. Most of my stuff is drugstore and I have no problem with it. Unless you have skin that reacts to every drugstore product, there is no need to bother with high end if you don't want to.

what are some good face primers for combination skin?
And in what order should I put on concealer, primer, foundation, etc?

>>6909290
smashbox

>>6909290
Primer first. As for foundation and concealer, it's whichever you want to put on first. It depends on the formula of your concealer (if it's likely to move around, put on foundation first) and how much coverage foundation gives. I usually go foundation -> concealer because sometimes I don't have pimples and shit to cover.

>>6909241
>mfw when every MAC product I've tried has been shit or same as drug store.

Speaking of primers, I got a sample of bobbi brown vitamin e base and I really liked it. I just dont like the price. Any cheaper alternatives?

>>6907618
All of their soaps, shampoos (including bars), bubble bars, and "shower" products, barring a few of the Shower Smoothies and Scrubs, have Sodium Laurel/Laureth Sulfate in them, which dries you the fuck out. For their prices, it's not really worth getting what is basically a supermarket product with a couple extra oils and scents thrown in. I do really like their fresh face masks and bath bombs and melts, though.

Does anyone have a suggestion for a foundation with light, build able coverage and a natural finish? Preferably with some sort of lasting power, and a good range of colors, or at least generally have neutral undertones. It'd be best if it's readily availiable so I can get a feel for it first, but I'm willing to buy online if it hits enough criteria!

I have somewhat oily and finicky skin, but have pretty nice skin with little to no discoloration/scarring, and very rarely get minor zits. Most foundations for oily skin have a matte finish and more coverage than I need, making me feel too caked up. Also, while my skin isn't overly sensitive, things are very hit or miss, and when it's a miss it's a fucking rash. Not to mention my skin is pretty light, but has neutral/SLIGHTLY olive undertones. Basically, finding a good foundation is a bitch.

>>6909533
Diorskin Nude foundation if you don't mind the price. You can try it at your nearby Sephora.

>>6907576
>for the blush I always adivce ot take it easy, males hate when it gets obvious believe me on that..
>males hate when it gets obvious

Can you please, kindly remove this kind of remarks from your speech? It's completely unrelated and unnecessary.

>>6909406
>>6909241
Really? I live on bumfuck nowhere and apart from the national brands and some maybeline and payot, MAC is one of the "better"/most expensive make-up here (we do get some other stuff which names I forgot since it's so ridiculously overpriced I don't even pay attention to them).

God, I must be missing out on so much nice stuff. I'm not even a poorfag.

>>6909538
Sounds good and I'll keep it in mind, but it's pretty out of my price range, sadly.

>>6907849
I would suggest trying out facial oils such as rosehip oil/jojoba oil/argan oil. They're all really good for your skin and contrary to popular belief, they don't make your skin oilier. I've heard Miranda Kerr's company say rosehip oil actually reduces the amount of oil production you get and natural organic oils are soothing to sensitive skin.

I bought some fake mac brush brush set with 12 pieces off a chinese website and they are fucking nice, very soft.

>>6909657
I have organic coconut oil and I use it on parts of my body but I've always been wary to use it on my face due to how moisturizing it must be. I find when I use a heavy moisturizer (at home not using makeup or anything) I tend to break out more.

I'm not the anon you replied to, btw, just another curious anon.

>>6909626
You can probably get a few days' use worth in samples from a Dior counter if you ask.

>>6909741
Well, coconut oil is a heavier oil with a higher fat content, after all, you can cook with it. I don't think it's considered a "facial" oil. Not all oils are the same.

A lot of people who use oil as a moisturizer usually find that it's better to use a blend of a couple different ones, tailored to their own needs. Of course, everyone's skin is different, so something that works for one person may not work for another. Keep in mind that if you wear contacts, make sure to be careful to not get any oil in your eye area, since it can be very damaging to contacts.

Whatever you use, I suggest mixing in a bit of tea tree oil; it's good for controlling excess oil production, and it's a natural antibacterial agent, especially great if you're prone to break outs. Just remember, if you're using an essential oil it HAS to be diluted quite a bit, since all essential oils run the risk of allergic reaction or sensitivity due to it's strength. Sweet almond oil is a good "base" oil for mixing.

>>6909533
Laura Mercier is a good one, either their tinted moisturizer for a really light finish or their regular foundation for a light but buildable one, or their silk creme for full coverage.

anyone try one of these california baby shampoos before? i'm trying to find a good shampoo without sulfates that smells like lavender.

i've tried a drugstore brand that was sulfate free, but i wasn't a big fan of the silicone and smell.

>>6910395
uuuuuuh it's dr something...idr.

>>6910395
You could try Dr. Bronner's Liquid Soap in the lavender scent. I use the mint one as shampoo and seriously love it; leaves my hair way softer even before I condition. The ingredients are castile soap and various oils and scents, that's it. You can also use it as a cleanser, face wash, shaving, and even toothpaste, but it kinda tastes like armpit, so I'd do that with caution.

>>6910395
>>6910442
I thought sulfates don't matter unless you have red hair. And lavender isn't good for your skin!

>>6910442
thanks! that one is a lot cheaper than the one i was looking at, and the ingredients look really good to me. i'm kind of tempted to try the rose and almond ones now too!

on a hair kick right now, i'm also getting some camellia oil for my hair/scalp.

>>6910451
well, it's true that sulfates can strip dyes from hair. so bottle reds should definitely stay away. it's not bad for my HAIR, however it does irritate my scalp and skin. i just have really sensitive skin. i've also found that using sulfate free washes and stuff actually make my oily self feel cleaner and stay cleaner longer. everyone if different, so a lot of people have no problem with sulfates.

and what? lavender is good for your skin...it's very effective in treating burns.
>Active ingredients of lavender oil include 40% linalyl acetate and 31.5% linalool, which have local analgesic and anesthetic effects. Although present in just a small amount, the 5.16% beta-caryophyllene adds to the anti-inflammatory effect of the oil. Terpinen-4-ol, which accounts for 4%, is an antibacterial agent like linalool. The two contribute important anti-infectious properties, says "The A to Z of Essential Oils."

also:
http://roberttisserand.com/2011/08/lavender-oil-skin-savior-or-skin-irritant/

After reading one of these threads I decided to try a bunch of different routines with different stuff, but my skin immediately went to shit. Do you guys really do all this stuff every single day?

>>6909075
Some honeys (Manuka) have natural anti-bacterial properties. Honey has been used for skincare for centuries.
Oatmeal is good for rashes and dry skin.

>>6910498
What exactly did you do?

>>6909075
Honey is the best thing I've ever used on my skin, it helped clear my acne and brighten my skin.

>>6910498
Yes we do, we must. Keep working at it and you'll find a routine that suits you.

>>6908668
cosmeticlove is good. They also have a webstore off ebay.

>>6910451
Seconding what this anon said >>6910480 and adding in a bit more information.

Sulfates strip basically everything from the hair. They're a harsh salt and are used to make the shampoo lather well and clean off oils and any built-up product. However, they often also pull off natural oils your hair needs to not be dry, and any tints or dyes from any hair dye. Despite what that other anon said, I personally find that using shampoos with sulfates make my hair dry and frizzy, and it actually gets oily faster. Which skin and hair does when you over strip it of it's natural oils, because your body then overcompensates for excessive lack of oil.

Adding on to the thing about lavender, the anti-inflammatory and calming effects are good if your skin is sensitive or prone to getting red blotches. And, supposedly, having lavender or peppermint oil on your scalp/hair helps you hair grow faster.

>>6910498
It might have been a shock to your skin, or you could've used products that aren't right for you skin type. Not to mention, if you did "a bunch of different routines" you probably irritated you skin by doing way more than necessary. Seriously, you can't just do a bunch of random shit at once and assume that outcome will be the same for all skin care.

>Cocoa butter

I always, always use cocoa butter or coconut oil after a shower or bath. Honestly, my skin looks much better with the cocoa butter than the coconut oil. Will probably stop using the coconut oil, it isn't all that great.

>Kojic acid soap for skin brightening (helps with acne and acne marks)

>Starting to use coal tar ointment on my various (luckily small) psoriasis patches.

>Soaking my hands in warm olive oil to help relieve the psoriasis under my nails.

>Suction cup massages for cellulite.

It makes a noticeable difference within a month if you do it a few times a week, but it hurts like a bitch at first.

>Makeup only used for special occasions/experimenting.

Seriously, my skin looks and feels so much better now that I've stopped wearing makeup every day.

>>6910968
Oh, and soon I'll be trying out microneedling. I'll be sure to let people here know how it goes, since stretchmarks are a common complaint.

>>6909406
i'm
>>6907335
the MAC dazzleglass gloss and select cover concealer are the some of the best products I own.

Plenty of department store brands are full of duds but MAC isn't one them.


What products have you tried?

As for MUFE, I don't have oily skin so it's not the line for me.

>>6909367
>>6909290
NO. Do not buy the smashbox primers they are extremely overrated. Plenty of cheaper silicone-based ones that perform better out there.

>>6910944
>>6910968

what kind of makeup are you people using?

Reading labels and avoiding irritating ingredients isn't rocked science. I wear several layers of makeup and my skin's the same as it was 4 years ago when I didn't wear any at all, ever.

The whole "makeup will age" bullshit's a myth, unless you sleep in it or fail to cleanse your skin properly. Especially with the newer breakthroughs in makeup formulation than infuse makeup with beneficial skincare ingredients like arbutin, peptides and skin-identical ingredients.

Makeup's not greasepaint anymore.

I have these tiny little bumps on my forehead I can't get rid of. They're not spots or blocked pores, they're not red or flaky, and exfoliating does absolutely nothing. I think the sun makes them worse. They're not too noticable unless you get close to me or the light is just right but they feel gross to the touch and it makes it a lot harder to put make-up on. What are they, and how can I get rid of them?

Anyone have any experience with going no poo and just using BSV for your hair?

I'm going to try this in a few days so I'll probably let you guys know what happens.

>>6907123
Sorry if this was answered somewhere else, but.. do you know if this sort of scrub would be prone to clogging pores? I can't seem to use ANY sort of scrub without having it clog the shit out of my pores. I've been using their Angels on Bare Skin stuff with better results than most other things, but it's still not great. I never knew they had this product though...

Thoughts on that?

>>6911222
i think i have this, i also get it on my neck and then i pick at them which makes them red and gross and they wouldnt be so bad if i just stop touching the damn things

i think its millia

i dunno how to get rid of it, it seems like humidity heat and wet weather makes it worse for me

>>6911262

Since I have been letting my hair go natural for a year I was thinking of trying this or mud cleansing.

Let us know your results.

Hey guys, I'm looking for a very natural face makeup. I don't care if it's a bb cream, foundation, tinted moisturizer or whatever. I just need it to be light looking, with light-medium coverage and decent staying power. Preferably drugstore. Any suggestions?

I tried pic related and it was good, more like a tinted moisturizer though. It just helps to even my skin tone, has a very light and natural coverage. A bit shiny, I think it would be nice for dry skin (mine is normal). The only issue is that the nearest shade to my skin is too light fml.

>>6911262

I tried that for 2 months, it was miserable and it killed my hair. And no, I was not mixing it improperly or using the wrong water, I quadruple checked everything. My hair went from thin, fine, stringy and greasy to being rubbery, strawlike, split as fuck and dry and my scalp was sooooo itchy.

>inb4 not enough ACV

I did a week of just ACV every other day or so when the itching would get unbearable, and no difference. My scalp/hair just hates everything.

>>6911222
>>6911284

Keratosis Pilaris.

Exfoliate, go on amazon and buy the Salux Japanese nylon cleansing cloth, use it. Then moisturize, but not too much.

Voila.

>>6911677
> using a salux on the face
No. Don't do this.

>>6911674
Welp. I'm sorry it did that to you anon. But I'm still going to try it. For science.

I might start off only replacing my conditioner with ACV then slowly start replacing my shampoo with BS and see what happens.

>>6911665
Try going a shade up then? Or setting it with a powder that does match your skin tone?

>>6911221
Some people have naturally more sensitive or acne-prone skin. Just because your skin is apparently impervious to makeup's side effects, doesn't mean everyone else's is. Also, I feel like people using overly tough cleansers and exfoliants is more responsible for pre-mature aging than makeup itself. Not all makeup on the market has skincare benefits, and some actually have pretty nasty ingredients.
>>6911262
I have a friend who's currently going for the "no shampoo" thing, but I haven't really talked to her about it.

Personally, I used baking soda in my hair a couple times to help lighten up some too-dark dye, and it made my hair dry as fuck. It felt like straw, even after I conditioned it. I'd suggest trying one of the sulfate free shampoos talked about a few posts up.

>>6911759
>lol fuck it I'm just not gonna pay heed to anything that anon said 'cause mad/can't read

okay. Have fun.

>>6911665

I use Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer. I have a lot of post-acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, and very oily skin and it's been great for me. gives me a bit of coverage and evens everything out, it's not as greasy as a lot of BB creams I've used, and it even has retinol and sunscreen already in it. on a day off I just wear it by itself with a light layer of Rimmel Stay Matte powder, and on a work day I use some primer and concealer under it.

> captcha: foundation negated

damn right captcha, foundation can suck a dick.

>humid, all-year-round 90F /30-35C summer climate

>use NYX photo loving primer
> I don't need to touch up my eye make at all for the first 7 hours. The eyelinder especially does not smudge over time
> but applying any lotion or moisturizer product before applying the primer, will nullify the primer. My make up will smudge within an hour as if I didn't prime at all.

It becomes a problem because after removing my makeup the skin around my eyes go all crispy and start to peel. I'd rather not apply makeup and let my eye-skin heal but it is required on certain days at work.

Halp?

>>6912229
>Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer

That stuff has the worst ever-loving texture i've come across in a "base" product ever.

It would clump. CLUMP. Then form these disgusting sticky balls. Felt and looked like i was applying wet paper mache to my face. I primed, moisturized, re-moisturized to no avail. good formulation aside, that stuff is not for anything remotely resembling dry skin.

I would never swap my beautiful, silky foundations for a tinted moisturizer because i find tinted moisturizer to be counterintuitive since the sheer color does not even show up most of the time.

Some liquid foundations can be blended to sheer perfection or built up so your skin's imperfection are actually blurred not just glossed over.

I don't understand why a few of you are so adverse to anything that requires more than minimal blending. Do you just not have the patience for it?

I'm doing the no-shampoo thing. After the first wash I noticed a big, big improvement. My hair doesn't fall out in or after a shower, it's much thicker and fluffier, and it's really shiny. Sadly it doesn't help my frizz at all but my hair is a lot happier and healthier because of it.

For people having problems with it: it doesn't work with everyone sadly. However, some issues may be cause by either pre-mixing your BS/ACV in advance - some tutorials say you can do that but personally I found itto be much more effective mixing it when you need it, especially for the baking soda - or not having soft water. BSV is not nearly as effective if you wash with hard water (which is shit for your hair anyway).

>>6911756
The shade up is too dark for me, where I live they only stock three shades, sadly. And I didn't want to use setting powder because I tried it and it gets a bit cakey, I was looking for something very natural. Thanks, though.

>>6911687

Not on your face, obviously, but if you have it on the rest of your body.

People think you can use those on your face? Whuuuuut

Can we get any tutorials for WELL EXECUTED Asian inspired makeup for non-Asian eyes? Mine don't have a deep crease, but I still don't have a monolid or eye folds.

I don't want to end up looking like pic related.

>>6903737

Are you looking for any products in particular? Try looking up:
>Clio's liquid liner endorsed by Hyori
>skincare products from Innisfree (e.g. volcanic clay mask endorsed by Yoona) - their stuff is free from a bunch of chemicals and their products have always been soothing on my sensitive skin
>I heard good things about Tonymoly's CC cream if you want to give that a try but I haven't had the chance to try it out myself yet
>any Etude House product because their packaging is so adorable lol + their 3 step mascara
>if you're willing to go higher end then laneige skincare products

>>6909657

Any recs on what brand and where to buy these oils? Sometimes I come across them in random stores but I'm not sure if it's the right kind (in case something else is mixed in it?) so I'm weary about purchasing. Also, I can get a quick list of which oils are good for what?

Oh wow. My friend just posted this on her blog and how freaked out she is.

HOLY FUCK

http://mystaphstory.blogspot.fr/

Impetigo ain't nothing to fuck around with.
Also guys, if any makeup product or facial treatment irritates your skin in a worse way than usual go to a dermatologist. It's not worth it to self diagnose.

>>6908498
Their cat lip stains are amazingly vibrant and have great staying power. The bunny lip and cheek sticks are cute but don't last too long. I also love the egg pore products, the primer in particular (step 3) is amazing. I don't care much for their gel eyeliners or mascaras but their liquid liners are pretty good however you may need to touch it up later in the day.

I have an incredibly masculine face. It's very long and my cheek bones are quite defined, my jaw kind of squared off. My eyebrows are also pretty much straight lines. I have never really been very good at makeup and eventually got so frustrated at seeing a man with long hair in the mirror that I chopped all my hair off and started taking the "sirs". Is there still hope for me? I just don't know anymore. I wish I could be a cute girl.

>>6913904
You should save your hair out again, and cut straight bangs. I have a super square jaw and big cheekbones, a super long nose and straight eyebrows, and bangs really helped me look more feminine and they also hide ugly eyebrows. Also make sure your haircut allows for some hair to always be in front of your ears, so that it hides a masculine jaw.
For makeup, false lashes if your own aren't super long. They really make a big difference. Some color on your lips and a bit of eyeshadow is good too. Pinks and brown hues are romantic and sweet. Try to have a feminine style in clothes too. It's not hopeless, and you're probably thinking it's worse than it actually is. Trust me, I've been there, but when I dress in lolita and people tell me I'm cute, it really helps my confidence.

>>6913909
I have a really short forehead so straight bangs look really terrible on me since they have to be so short. Fortunately I do have a small nose so I think I can use this to my advantage? I think? Small noses are feminine right?

Is there a way to make my face appear rounder with makeup? I think if I could distract from my sharp cheekbones it would help.

>>6913904
what >>6913909 said is pretty good. dramatic eyes and dewy, glowy skin. blush and contouring to help highlight what sounds like good bone structure.

>>6913904
also going lighter in hair color can really soften your features. it will definitely make you look a bit more girly if you have some highlights at least.

once again the things you want to focus on are making your skin soft and supple (sign of femininity) and highlighting your eyes with makeup.

>>6913929
Lighter hair might help. I have naturally really dark brown eyes, and gross mosey brown colored hair. Weirdly enough a lot of people mistake me for Asian, when I'm not at all. Then again I also live around a bunch of rednecks.

>>6913939
if your hair is mousey brown, any kind of hair color might help. you don't feel like posting a pic? we might be able to give better advice.

>>6913910
Try side-swept bangs? They're very romantic and feminine but a little more casual than straight bangs.
I think you also need to work on your self-esteem, anon. It sounds like half your problems come from you thinking you're manlier than you actually are.

>>6913948
I have a super shitty webcam, sorry.

>>6913950
I've been wearing sideswept bangs for the past few years I'll attach an older picture of me with longer hair in the next post.

>>6913957
Here's the second image as promised. I've lost weight since then but I don't think it's too different in the face.

>>6913957
Here's the second image as promised. I've lost weight since then but I don't think it's too different in the face.

(Well don't I just feel silly, I posted the wrong picture a second ago.)

>>6913961
Are you kidding? You're really cute and shouldn't feel so bad about yourself. I wish I looked like you. Just save out your hair and wear a little makeup and you're set to go.

>>6913963
Maybe it's just because I don't know how to apply it, then. I just always end up feeling like I'm just putting makeup on a man's face. It's just too long and my cheekbones are too pronounced and high.

>>6913961
Do you have down's? You look like you do

>>6913972
No, I'm just incredibly bad at pictures. I also have huge buck teeth that I'm trying to conceal, so that may contribute to the problem. I'm sorry.

>>6913957
>>6913961
your hair is actually a really nice shade of brown! that's not what comes to mind when i think of mousey. some highlights might make you feel girlier, but idk, your personal style seems too low maintenance to maintain a look like that.

if you don't like short hair on yourself, it would probably be best to grow out your hair and just wear light makeup! until then putting some styling cream in your hair would help you look a little more girly.

honestly i don't see anything masculine about your features. i would still suggest just highlighting your nice complexion and playing up your eyes. you do have straight eyebrows, but they are feminine eyebrows like natalie portman.

don't be so hard on yourself!

girl who posted her picture, you look girly as hell. if anything, you look like a pretty young girl. fix your teeth and all will be good.

>>6907335

This skin79 BB cream sounds interesting, but I'm a boy - is the tinting terribly noticeable?

I mean, would it be obvious that I'm wearing it?

I don't need "coverup," I'm just interested in it's restorative and protective effects.

>>6913988
For any tinted base, BB cream or foundation, you're supposed to blend it into your skin until it's not visible as a separate layer of product. Putting a layer of transparent powder on top helps set it and make it look like part of your natural skin. There are a lot of powders with high SPFs and good UV protection that you could use; then if anyone by some chance DOES notice and teases you, you can come back with "but I'M not gonna get skin cancer, dude"

>>6913988
I just got some and wasn't pleased at first, but then I tried it with a primer and it's growing on me. It has a grayish tinge that covers blemishes well. I like the Missha better, though it comes in such a small size.

How can I stop getting mascara on my eyelids?

I use loreal double extend mascara and love the results, but somehow always get some on my eyelid. It's not too noticeable when I have eyeliner on my eyelid, but the days I don't have time to put eyeliner on the mascara is quite noticeable on my eyeshadow. I have used this in the past with no problems, so I don't know what I'm doing wrong this time around.

skin care routine?
>I wash my face with neutrogena grapefruit scrub in the morning, tone about once a week with either ACV or neutrogena acne stress control toner, neutrogena naturals moisturizer, then smashbox primer and Skin79 Super+ BB. When I breakout I switch to Cetaphil and benzoyl peroxide, it's the only over the counter that's significantly improved my complexion.
I also swallow green tea like air.
I have a question about sunscreen- when do you put it on? After moisturizer? Not with foundation?
Also, thanks to all of you in these threads, before /cgl I was a hot mess, I'd waste my money on anything in the cosmetics aisle, with no results.

>>6913965
High cheekbones? Gurl I wish I had your problems. Try having no cheek bones.

>>6914009
Just tilt your head back when you're putting it on and don't brush up so much, having your eyes half shut? I'm not sure how you're doing that, I have really long eyelashes and never have that problem unless I have my eyes wide uopen.

>>6914009
You can always wipe it off afterwards. The key with that is to let it dry first, then just kid of roll a slightly dampened q-tip (or even one of those sponge tip eyeshadow applicators) over it, instead of wiping it while it's still wet. Maybe it's the mascara itself too, I find that when I use one particular mascara I get bits on my lid, but not when I use others.

>>6914009

>>6914562
I find it so baffling that there are people out there who will pay money for little pieces of overpriced cardboard that are made specifically for this purpose when even a small piece of scrap paper will do the job.

>>6914567
i guess the japanese plastic mascara guard is a little more environmental friendly.

but yeah, i usually just use whatever paper i have around.

>>6914553
it's more of a problem for short lashed girls.

>>6914573
Oh, the reusable plastic ones or the silicone one ELF makes make perfect sense to me, especially if you face the problem a lot. But I've seen some people on youtube rave about disposable cardboard ones, which I really think is just throwing your money away.

>>6914573
Christ I thought she was wearing ludicrously dramatic eyeshadow.

>>6907849
Coconut and olive oil are comedogenic. Coconut in particular is wonderful for your body (elbows, man) but don't use it on your face.

>>6913377
I get them from my local health food/ organic shit/ hippie store. They're not always called 'face oils' but if they're 100% pure you should be good. I don't think anyone uses argan to cook with, anyway.

Currently I use macademia (nourishing, looks shiny) as a base at night and grapeseed (lighter, 'absorbs' quicker) during the day, both mixed with a bit of vitamin E. I also sometimes mix in tamanu or rosehip but those are pretty expensive so I use them in moderation. Tamanu is especially good for acneic skin (it actually dries my skin out a bit) but it's really green so I can't use it during the day. I'd use the rosehip more if it weren't in such a shitty bottle, but it's quite moisturizing and soothing on irritated skin.

I've never tried argan or jojoba or more popular ones like that because I'm somehow worried that they won't work for me. Not sure where that idea comes from, but eh.

>>6914553
>>6914573
My lashes are long as fuck and I have that problem. Usually not while I'm applying it, but after I blink a couple of times there are black streaks all the way up to my eyebrows. Maybe I should curl them less? Even then, something like >>6914573 seems quite useful.

>>6914641
I don't curl my eyelashes but I have that same problem. I just try not to blink until it dries.

Summer lineup.

I got a hold of some of the new maybelline color tattoo colors for summer.
Seashore frost is fucking amazing, unlike anything i have in my makeup collection.

what are some good chemical peels you can buy and use at home? i'm interested in them for getting stubborn blackheads and glaring acne scars gone.

>>6906244

>>6906244
>>6914733
sounds like you have got the theory down perfectly. now you just have to practice!

>>6914641
i have that problem with some mascaras. some take longer to dry than others. like >>6914644 said, try not to blink until it dries. i have tried a few mascaras (hypnose doll lashes for one) that unfortunately end up doing that towards the end of the day.

>>6914650
my summer line up. and wow, seashore frost is really unique.

>>6914666
Devils trips. You're cursed man!

But I don't think there is such a thing as those at home.

>>6902369
That face brush is filthy and it makes me cringe just looking at it.

my summer lineup.

I'm trying to decide which summer nail polish i should use, but right now i'm hating all of the colors I try on. Is it possible for one person to look this bad wearing nail polish

Can anyone recommend a good hydrating, dewy foundation?

I'm in the UK, so I would prefer products that are available here.

>>6914562
I feel like I tried this and failed, but I'll give it another shot.

The way I apply it is wiggle at the base and bat my eyelashes so my wand doesn't move - if that makes sense.


>>6914575
I'll try out elf's and see how it turns out.

Does anyone know what mascara Kooter used when she did her makeup on that Korean makeup show? The one where you click/turn it and it makes your lashes... something or other. I don't remember exactly. What was that about?

My skin looks like shit, always. I dont even have pimples, it just inexplicably looks gross. 99% of products hive me rashes, even cetaphil, ceravee, or any sensitive skin product. I think im allergic to glycerin or something. Apricot kernal oil is the only thing my skin tolerates. I've just stopped using any products altogether and I still wake up to tiny bumps and blackheads popping up. I tried cutting fats and carbs but it just made me even more underweight

I dont even know what the point of this post is. Im just ranting

>>6915259
post link of the video please

>>6915310
I have extremely sensitive skin, the products I've found that give no reaction are

Lush:
Ultrabland, Celestial, Fresh Farmacy, Aqua Marina (didn't like it the last one much though)

I really liked the anti age Shu Uemura cleansing oil (the green one)
I would recommend using a little face brush with fresh farmacy and the shu uemura cleansing oils

>>6905801

Nº 28+Immaculate

too much awesome, I swear it works like magic.

If you ever go to sephora, ask a makeup artist to help you with it, you'll like it.

>>6915323

I can't, it doesn't exist anymore. I Google'd and Youtube'd the shit out of it and it's just gone. Even on Koti truth blogs, the video links are all either broken or lead to "this video has been removed due to a copyright claim".

But I do know it was some sort of Asian brand, and it had some 3-step turn/click system... that's all I really know. I think it was blue?

>>6915566
it was etude house volumecara. the program was get it beauty for reference.

>>6915566
Try Youku, most videos are reuploaded to that website.

alternatively, check the PULL forums:
http://prettyuglylittleliar.freeforums.org/index.php

>>6913833
read this, it scared the shit out of me
http://bunbunmakeuptips.com/my-horrific-post-facial-experience-you-need-to-read-this/

>>6915071
No one?

>>6915943
Does a BB cream with concealer where you need it not suffice?

>>6913833
This woman caught impetigo from bacteria in a gym entering a burn on her face and then had an allergic reaction to antibiotics.

Nothing to do with cosmetics?

>>6915905
Poor girl. Lots of respect for her for being willing to post so many unflattering pictures, though. She's bold.

I'm VERY pale, NC15 is even a little bit too dark for me. I have normal skin with a little bit of dryness depending on the weather/my health. My hair is black and my eyes are hazel~

1) What's your make up and skin care routine?
>I use Formula 10.0.6 Best Face Forward facewash, their pore cleanser, and a cucumber moisturizer for skincare. My foundation routine is a random face primer, Maybelline BB cream, Elf Concealer under my eyes, Kat Von D foundation stippled on and Mac studio fix powder over everything. I use Benefit's Hoola Bronzer and a mac/benefit blush to finish the color on my face. My eyes are usually too faced naked shadows, nyx eyeliner, lorac mascara, my eyebrows are black eyeshadow and an angled brush.
2) Products you can't live without?
>Benefit's Hoola/Dandelion, Formula 10.0.6 Skincare products, seriously amazing. Very cheap and you can find them at Target/Ulta. They got rid of my acne ( i never had very much, just around the cheeks randomly ), and made my skin very even and gave me more confidence for when I'm not wearing makeup because of how nice my skin looks after using for a year. I have no idea where I'd be skinwise without them.
3) Products you might want to recommend?
>I LOVE the Kat Von D foundation especially for anyone struggling to find a FULL COVERAGE foundation that's pale enough for them. It's full coverage, feels like absolutely nothing, matte, and is actually my skin tone. I also recommend Smashbox's lipstick in Grenadine for a bluetoned red lipstick if you're very pale. It doesn't make you feel like a clown and I didn't think I could pull off red before I found it.

>>6915905
>Caution: This post contains graphic images of a face inflammed with red, angry pimples filled with pus. You might feel itchy and want to vomit after seeing these images. I totally understand if you run away from me if you saw me. Reader discretion advised.
THEY PUT THE PHOTOS ABOVE THE CAUTION

I'm not grossed out by them but WHAT IS THE POINT OF A CAUTION IF YOU PUT SHIT LIKE THAT ABOVE IT? It's like saying "CAUTION: gate is electrified" but you only see that after getting zapped by one.

>>6915949
I'd rather not order things online.

I'm a beginner looking for some makeup brushes.

I'm looking to buy some of the 'essentials' - e.g. stipple foundation/buffer brush, slanted eyeliner brush, eyeshadow blending brush. The Coastal Scents 22 piece set looked promising but I can't see what I'd do with 22 brushes.

Does anyone have suggestions for budget makeup brush sets? (Preferably under $50 or so, including international shipping).

Not really make-up related, but has anyone ever had a mole removed? I have a couple that are on visible places on my body that I wish were gone, but both of my parents have insisted that I'll have huge scars once they are removed and it's not worth it. My mom likes to show me a scar she has from a mole removal to scare me off of it, but she got that done in the 80s. The technology must have improved since then, right?

>>6916603
My girlfriend has a small scar on her face from a mole removal. It's taken me three years to notice it, since it's the kind of scar that's just an indentation in the skin, no discoloration or scar tissue. I don't know when she got it done, probably a decade ago at the most.

>>6913377
Whole Foods and Vitamin Shoppe are good chains for that kind of stuff, if you don't know where else to go.

Unrelated, but if you stop by Vitamin Shoppe, I also suggest picking up Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay. Shit's great for face masks, you can mix it with a bunch of stuff depending on your skin type and the jar lasts forever. I've got sensitive/combination skin and I loooove this stuff.

>>6916603
Onto this, what about callous/wart removal? I've got this bump on the ring finger of my right hand that has been there since my childhood, to the point that that nail has grown crooked. I'm not sure if its a callous, since that's the finger my pencil touches when I write, but it hasn't ever faded very much. It's not painful, but I'm still self conscious about it.

Has anyone had something like that removed, what was your experience, what was your scarring level, and what kind of doctor would I ask about it? General practitioner? Dermatologist? Cosmetic surgeon?

>>6916889
I've heard that duct tape works on warts.

>>6906889
Wow, you did a really great job. Props to the Anon who suggested the work on the eyebrows too, it makes a huge difference.

>>6907620
>>6909189
I recommend against Head and Shoulders. I've always had really strong hair but when I used Head and Shoulders, it became weak and my scalp would hurt from the hairs being pulled at just the slightest bit.

>>6912885
It did seem as though you were recommending it for someone's forehead problems.

>>6907258
>>6907368
>>6907375
Aveda has a rosemary mint shampoo and it is glorious. However, it doesn't do much for my oily scalp besides feel amazing.

>>6915988

> I am 15 and my parents won't give me the credit card

>>6915989

Real Techniques are the best budget brushes out there, IMO, plus they're buy-one-get-one-50%-off at Ulta right now. get the core collection and the starter collection.

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2229998&productId=xlsImpprod3220069&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat260018%20cat80088%20cat80084%20cat260010

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2230001&productId=xlsImpprod3220081&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat80088%20cat80084

>>6911221
I wore makeup two nights back. Washed it off after about six hours. My face broke out like crazy.

Ironically, it was acne control makeup.

>>6917433
. . . what?

I live in the UK, shipping, customs etc.
When it comes to makeup I'd rather see it and test it.

>>6915985
To be fair, the pictures get a bit worse. The pictures before the caution I think were meant to be a banner or intro pic.

But I do agree, the caution message should have been before any pictures.

>>6915989
You could try e. l. f's more professional line (still ends up being $3 a brush) to start and see which ones work best for you.

They're available at Target and their official website.

>>6915905
Jesus, this literally made me cry. I'm literally crying as I'm typing this this is absolutely terrifying, that poor girl

>>6917435
I can't buy from Ulta as I'm not in the US, but I found another site that ships to Australia. I'm looking through reviews now. Thanks!
>>6917581
That looks good too! Thanks for the recommendation.

Has anyone reviewed Drew Barrymore's Flower Makeup line?
I've got my eye on the foundation, since it seems to match my skin color nicely and have the coverage/finish I want, but the container itself is large and somewhat cumbersome to carry around since I travel.
I was wondering about the tinted moisturizer instead, but I tried the BB Cream and found it too cakey, so I'm hesitant.

>>6915975
I got impetigo on my face from my old gym!! It's fucked up.

>>6917824
Gyms disgust me. At least, they do now. The one I used to go to was pristine and I never had a problem. New one I joined six months back, though. Ugh. It's always a mess, the equipment is often fucked, but it's the closest one to me that isn't focused on bulking up for MMA or run by expensive personal trainer groups.

I got what I thought was impetigo from this gym along the side of my nose. Went to the doctor and was told it was ringworm, though it didn't have the usual shape. Got rid of it after a month of anti-fungal creams only to get it AGAIN on my shin soon after. Got rid of that and ended up with it on the inside of my forearm.

I just keep a tube of anti-fungal cream in the drawer now, because as soon as I see what looks like it might be the start of ring worm, I slather that shit on it.

>>6917838
that's fucking disgusting

have you reported this to the gym?

So, I bleached over henna, and my hair has turned out a bold golden yellow. Pic related, the wig is almost exactly the same shade as my hair currently.

I won't keep this hair color for long because I really can't. The bleach turned my un-dyed roots white. But my hair is actually still feeling really soft and healthy, and looking shiny.

Any cosplays I can do with this bright fucking yellow pixie cut, or short white hair with yellow tips? I don't want this crazy color to go to waste, but I feel like a pikachu gijinka is too cliche.

>>6917861
Oh, to add to this: if I want to add red, is there any way to keep it from bleeding badly into the yellow?

>>6917860
Yeah. I talked to the front counter about it when I reported that one of the resistance machines was missing its holding pin for the weights. Basically, I was told "tough luck".

They post signs asking people to wipe down the machines after use and provide disinfectant sprays and paper towels, but not everyone does it. So I've taken to wiping the pads down BEFORE and after, so I don't catch something because of someone else's laziness. So far, seems to be working.

>>6915905
I read that one too. Jesus Christ how horrifying.

>>6915975
Well the fact is she tried to dismiss it and self diagnose her skin condition which sometimes people do after having an allergic reaction or something to makeup.
Just a warning story to keep in mind I guess.

>>6912229
This is EXACTLY the advice I was looking for. Thanks Anon.

I still need some face wash/scrub advice though.

In addition very oily skin, I have giant pores on my nose, chin, and cheeks and it seems like 80% of them are tiny blackheads.

The only face cleanser that ever seemed to make a difference was Lush's Coal Face bar soap + Clinique moisturizer or Dove moisturizer but after about a year, it no longer seems to have any effect.

Any suggestions?

>>6917873

seconded, my entire chin/cheeks seem to be covered in these tiny skin-colored bumps. When I squeeze them, something like a blackhead pops up and I can't seem to figure out exactly what they are/how to get rid of them? I rarely get actual red pimples

>>6917873
>>6917878

Having skincare products stop working after a while is pretty common, since your skin gets used to them. I can't give much advice on cleansers, since I only started using one once my skin cleared up, but I can personally suggest some face masks that helped solve a lot of the problems you're describing. I've been using green clay masks for a while, and they seriously do wonders for my enlarged pores which, despite not having black- or whiteheads, will not completely go the hell away. As did pic related, but it's a bit harder on my skin and I can't use it as often. I also used egg white on my face during my puberty years, when my skin was much worse, and that helped astronomically with blackheads.

Also, LUSH's Teatree toner is really good for making sure nothing new pops up.

>>6917931
Dropped pic
I'd also suggest looking at this brand's other products, especially Three Times Sublime

Too bad there is no makeup that reduces sunken under-eye.

Whats the best way to get rid of acne scarring? I was on a new BC for 3 months that broke me out horribly - worse than ive ever had in my life, and it left me with horrible scars all over my face and shoulders.

Whats the best method/product to reduce the appearance of these?

>>6919555

If only ;_;

p.s., is there a way to make it less visible? like at all? i'm young but sick of looking old/getting told i look tired and that i should "get some sleep once in a while, those tired eyes really age your face."

Are there any good brands with a really pale foundation and concealer? I mean pale you-look-like-you're-gonna-faint pale. Everyone I meet has darker skin than me and I cannot for the life of me find a foundation that matches. Any ghostbuddies in here?

>>6919677

That feel, bro.
The best I've found is Lancome's Teint Idole Ultra 24H in the lightest shade, and I still have to mix that with white base to make it match.

>>6919667
There is that trick where you take lighter concealer and blend it into where the shadow is but the illusion breaks in most lighting and angles.

How do I get rid of whiteheads? They are so small that it's not really pop-able and I can't rly dry them out bc there's nothing rly to dry out? They just stay on my face unless I forcefully break the skin and that really hurts ): and the scab will be there for a while (looks bad under makeup), luckily my scars fade pretty quickly but obviously this can't be good for my skin.

>>6919677
>>6919684


that kat von d lightest stuff is like, goth white (I'm anemic/really pale and general, the whole nine yards). The color is awesome but the texture is gross. Really slimy to me. No matter what I do, it never seems to set on my face

>>6919693

That doesn't work for me since the skin there is really thin and the whole thing is a dark shadow, so the sunken in part just ends up looking white and gross.

>>6919667
>>6919693
>>6919712

I have the same problem. I deal with it by applying concealer under my eye in the shape of an upside-down triangle and blending. Then I'll usually apply a bit of eyeshadow along my undereye (usually peach or copper, something warm and colourful but not too obvious) to brighten the skin a little.

Tell me what primers you use for your faces, seagulls. I'm looking for something new.

>>6919555
Collagen under eye masks and creams. Also juvaderm if you wanna pay for injections. Light coloured concealer to bring out the area.
Google-fu.

>>6919677
>>6919684
http://www.lisaeldridge.com/video/22873/foundation-solutions-for-very-pale-skin/tag/22905/
>Product list below the video, if you don't want to hear the advice
This video will help you immensely. I can personally attest to Illamasqua's Light Liquid foundation, from when I was glow in the dark pale.

>>6919779
L'Oreal's Magic Perfecting Base. Not technically a primer, but it makes my oily skin look kind of evenly radiant by the end of the day, instead of just makeup-dripping-off-your-face greasy. Covers up my large pores well, too, so I can wear a pretty light foundation.

>>6919779
Smashbox has the best primer imo.

>>6920173
You're paying too much for a shitty primer.

>>6919930
Those never really work for eye hollows and I hear the Juvaderm can go really bad unless they are really experienced and even then there is a high chance of it going wrong.

Is there much difference in primers? I'm just using some Victoria's Secret stuff my mom got in a giftset, and I'm told some primers are practically repackaged Preparation H. What difference does quality make?

>>6920185
Give me a recommendation then, whats better?

>>6920205
Laura Mercier Foundation Primer or if you're a poorfag (clearly you aren't because you have money to burn for SmashBox) the Monistat Anti-chafing gel.

Honestly I don't have melty face problems that often where I live so I just leave it up to Clinique's Dramatically Different Gel.

>>6920205
>>6920185
Apparently, Hard Candy's Sheer Envy primer is pretty similar to Smashbox, and is 1/5th the price.
>Tried to link to a blog review comparing the two, but got told it was spam until I was banned, so just google "Hard Candy primer vs Smashbox primer" and it should be the first.
>>6920198
Yes, it makes a big difference! Not only are there tons of different kinds of primers (which have far different ingredients than Preparation H), I guarantee you that any random drugstore one would probably be better than Victoria's Secret's. That's like assuming all foundations are the same, just because they come in the same colour.

>>6920244
Monistat on the face? Also I've heard things about Laura Mercier but always hear Smashbox is better. I'll check it out though.
I live in Florida so my face tends to melt.

>>6920246
Okay thank you I'll take a look. I never have an issue with Hard Candy but I never tried the primer. I'll give it a shot.

>>6920246
Ah, I was thinking of the Monistat, but I Googled Monistat and was like "that can't be right". Different foundations I can understand, but it's harder for me to wrap my head around what defines a good primer. Good smoothing, different types of skin, I guess? I'll try to look for something better, regardless.

>>6920246

I currently use the Hard Candy Sheer Envy and I quite like it. I like it better than Smashbox, actually, because it feels a bit lighter and less oily/filmy. Smashbox feels really heavy and HC's feels more smooth and fresh, and I only needed a small amount to cover my whole face.

The big downside of Sheer Envy though is that it can be a little runny. I have to really shake up the bottle before squeezing it out and it can be a little challenging to apply because frankly, it's got the consistency of semen. That's just about my only complaint, though.

Every single fucking eye shadow at every store is either glittery or shimmery. Where can you find matte eyeshadows? Will contribute with tutorials.

>>6920288
I just use eyeshadow for cosplay, but I have some matte stuff by Sugarpill.

>>6920297
Thank you. Did you buy it online?

>>6920301
Yeah, if their site is out of a certain color you can find it elsewhere. They all end up costing about the same. Looks like we have some Ben Nye eyeshadow too, no idea when that happened.

>>6920266
I haven't tried their primer but butting in to rec Laura Mercier's mineral powder foundation. It's the only foundation I've ever used that hasn't destroyed my face and it stays on really well. The only thing I do to my face before putting it on is use some Aveeno moisturizer.

Can anyone recommend a good eye primer (that preferably won't break the bank)? My eyes get really gross really quickly and on top of it I have a really bad habit of rubbing them a lot. Buuut from the sound of it it's looking like I should spring for the Urban Decay primer?
While I'm at it, is there a good makeup remover that doesn't sting like a bitch? I really love my current liner but it's hard to get off even with makeup remover, and that just irritates my skin on top of not removing everything.

>>6920317

The Urban Decay primer is shit and useless to me. Right now, I'm using Benefit's Stay Don't Stray stuff and it seems to be significantly better.

>>6920288
Seconding sugarpill, also I find some cream colour eyeshadows, like the good quality ones for theatre makeup, look pretty great once set and are fun to blend.

>>6920317

>good eye primer
ELF's mineral eye primer

>good makeup remover
La roche-posay, stuff literally feels like water but does an amazing job. I only use it for my eyes because I use a cleansing oil for my face makeup. I just take a q-tip swab some product, rub the liner, use the dry side to clean it off. No irritation at all :)

>>6920331
>>6920354
Thanks!

What's a good foundation and primer combo that will keep it on for the whole day? I don't know much about makeup.. The foundation I currently have is too orange for my pale skin and rubs off on everything, also it leave marks where I smile..

I apparently have down-turned eyes. What are some basic do's and don'ts I should keep in mind when applying makeup? Google gives me very conflicting answers (ex. some say I absolutely should line my lower lash line, while others say I should avoid that). I mainly want a somewhat natural look.

Also, what do you guys think of the blinc mascara? My eyes have gotten more sensitive lately, and I heard it was good.

>>6920477
Thicken eyeliner more at the outer corners, keep it in the middle/outer two thirds of the eye, and wing out too. A cat eye isn't necessary, just a small flick at the corners should help.

How does /cgl/ feel about Illamasqua's skin base foundation?

>>6919698
Slather copious amounts of a good jojoba oil on face, massage for as long as you can. It "unplugs" clogged pores and is very good as a moisturizer, biologically speaking its the best thing for skin

>>6920288
UD's naked basics palette have a great selection of matte shades.


As does NYX. (the singles)


Here's a tip: Never spray disinfectant spray on
ANY powder shadows. Not only does it dry them out, mkaing them flake like crazy, the color payoff wil lbe significantly reduced. Just scape off the outermost layer.

>>6920244
>Laura Mercier Foundation Primer


>Foundation Primer is a thin, lightweight cream-gel that contains some antioxidants whose effects are counteracted by too many fragrant extracts and oils, all of which damage skin. It’s supposed to contain light-reflecting ingredients that protect the skin, but it doesn’t (unless you consider the emollient shine from the finish protecting). The formula won't help skin in the least. Although Mercier was one of the first to popularize the concept of makeup primers, her original formula is far from the best.

>too many fragrant extracts and oils

you kind of have to be careful with fragrant oils as they can cause free radical damage under the skin's surface.


I currently use a primer that contains grapefruit peel oil but in a very low concentration so there's not a significant amount of toxicity to worry about.

I'd avoid anytihn containing any amount of lavander, pepermint oil and the like.

Why is Cetyl Alcohol the 3rd ingredient?? That alone should be raising a red flag.

>>6920888
Cetyl Alcohol is fine, nevermind.

It's an emulsifier.

>>6909241
Was thinking the same thing, anon. Why do "professionals" use this garbage?

>>6909241
Bobbi Brown for the win

I've got keratosis pilaris on my shoulders, butt, and thighs. It sucks. During the summer it isn't so bad because I tan and it's less noticable (it acts up in the cold) but I would love to be mostly rid of it.

Used Amlactin ultra, shit reeks and makes your skin really sensitive and susceptible to the sun. I live in CA and can't do that shit. Read somewhere that you're not supposed to exfoliate the bumps because that irritates them, and they're technically lacking moisture.
I think I've tried everything. I'm not self conscious of it anymore, but it's still lame.

Anyone have the same problem and/or advice?

>>6909241
They probably had to read the Vogue makeup book during school

I am so fucking confused with undertones, I keep receiving conflicting information. I've got yellow undertones, does this mean I'm warm or cool? Some people say yellow=cool and pink=warm, others say the opposite. Which is it?

>>6921451
In my experience, also having yellow undertones, warm toned makeups usually work best for me.

I have slightly tan skin because I'm irish mixed with Puerto Rican. I want to find a bb cream with the right color for me. I have w13 from Etude house, but i think i may have to go a color darker. Anyone else have this issue with Korean bb creams being too light?

>>6907576
You have to understand that not everyone has a Pro card for MAC or MUFE. For you prices are around the same as drug store prices and completely worth it but for the average consumer its a bit much.

>>6921451
Yellow is warm, blue is cool. Pink isn't really an undertone, pink skin can be cool or warm depending on the tone of the pink. I'm a cool pink.

Look at the veins on your wrist. If they are very blue/purple, you're cool toned. If they have a green tint, even a faint one, you are warm.

>>6921176
I find that using goat soap, physical exfoliation and glycolic acid (i use neostrata gel plus) has really helped the kp on my arms