My tutorials are usually geared towards the more skilled makeup aficionados – as a result, we have quite a few makeup experts hanging around here (you know who you are!). But what if you’re new at makeup, looking to get into it, or just want to learn the basics? Do you have a question that’s been tormenting you for ages, something you’ve scanned the internet up & down for, and found no answer? Is it something too advanced or perhaps too basic? Something you’re too embarrassed to ask?
Doe Deere Blogazine is a no-judgment blog. Anything goes here, and whatever it is you want to ask is cool by us. No question is too elementary or too stupid.
- You ask the question
- I – or anybody else willing – answers it in the comments.
That’s all! Before you know it, we’ll have a sweet database of makeup advice available for anyone to use! Please note that this is mostly for beauty basics, however if you have an expert-level question, feel free to post it too – I’m sure we’ll be able to help you out.
Does anyone’s eyeshadow still crease even if you have used UDPP or Too Faced shadow insurance?
Hmm… I think it might help if you also mention what kind of eyeshadow you are using, is it powder? cream? etc.. (and possibly the brand)
Does anyone know a lip gloss brand/series that isn’t sticky? I’m sure a lot of people have experienced that sexy moment where the wind blows and all your hair stick to your lips… (major plus if the colors are pretty too)
What is the best foundation/concealor for someone with light, slightly yellow-toned combination skin? I don’t want something too heavy, but want to cover up the dark circles under my eyes and disguise some redness that appears when I’m stressed.
Here is a photo for reference: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v479/dameelysia/MeandCamera025_thumb2.jpg (noting that I am wearing a ton of undereyemakeup in the picture that photographs well with a crappy webcame but can’t be worn in real life…)
I don’t crease with udpp but have heard that it does crease for some people. maybe try something different, i like the MAC paintpots.
And for non sticky lipgloss I love the NARS glosses. I have the duo with orgasm and it is wonderful and not sticky like mac or other brands.
Despite my ability to have fun with make-up and create bold, dashing looks…
I can never seem to create a look with eyeliner, liquid or pencil, that transfers in to something simple and lovely for daily wear.
Any tips on getting that fine line on both upper & lower lids–WITHOUT them smudging all over?
p.s. Is your Marie Antionette blush gone?! If so, damn it! I was hoping to buy some in the next few weeks… my MAC is going on so splotchy…
Non sticky lip gloss… Try Lipsmackers skittles or starburst. This is best worn nude, and although is sold as a balm it acctually glosses the lips and is great if you’re popping off to see your boyfriend, becuase you wont have to worry about him ruining your carefully applyed full on gloss. Lipsmackers also do their balms with a hint of colour to. If you wanted a full on gloss, I suggest you try No.7′s clear gloss, its amazing over any colour lipstick and also moisturizes the lips. Its not however particularly long lasting. Hope this helped =)
I have alot of problems with liquid and pencil eyeliner, I guess it’ll get better with practice? I need tips on that also =p
What foundation would you recommend for a very white skin? I’ve tried several and they all turn yeallow or orangeish.
Rie: If you want something that feels light but has good coverage, try bareMinerals. I live and swear by this stuff. It covers up any red blotches on my skin but doesn’t feel cake-y at all.
♣ Rie
Everyone’s skin tone is different and even the slightest discrepancy matters; for this reason it’s hard to guess the right shade just over a picture. Your best bet is to go into a department store or a pharmacy and test out some foundations. When testing, use the area on your chin – that’s the color you want the rest of your face to be. For dark circles, I recommend concealer instead of foundation – it’s thicker and does a better job at disguising the dark circles.
♣ Ashe
Have you tried liquid or gel liners? They are much better at staying put, compared to pencils. Pencil is excellent for ‘smoking out’ the eye – the smudged look that’s darker at the lashes and lighter on the lid. Also, since you have rounder eyes like myself, I recommend wearing eyeliner on outer corners, not so much the center of the lid.
♣ Lumen
Again, it’s just a matter of testing every line you can get your hands on. Don’t worry about finding a foundation that matches every single part of your face – it’s impossible! If it matches the skin on your chin, it’s the right one. :)
I NEED BIG TIME HELP TAKING PICTURES OF MY MAKEUP WITH MY CAMERA… I KNOW PEOPLE SAY USE MACRO BUT I AM STILL HAVING PROBLEMS… I HAVE A POINT AND SHOOT CAMERA..I WOULDNT MIND GETTING A NEW ONE BUT I AM PRETTY BROKE RIGHT NOW… PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!
Rie, I am absolutely in love with Make Up Forever concealer palette. There are three palettes and each has five different colors which will cover any imperfection. If you want to cover those dark circles, I recomend the one whith orangey tones, or an orangey toned concealer because orange neutralizes purple. I hope I helped!!
I work as a lifeguard, and every summer, regardless of how diligently I apply sunscreen, I end up with at least one sunburn. This, of course, results in my skin peeling off for two or three days, which is very unsightly. Does anyone have any tips on how to hide the peeling? I’ve found that if I try to hide the redness from the sunburn with a little foundation, it just cakes like crazy on the peeling skin.
Lumen (and Rie?) – I’m VERY pale, and I’m naturally blonde, so I have a goldish undertone to my skin. I’ve found that if you go to Everyday Minerals’ website and look through their mineral foundations, those work the best for me. They have a million different shades that you can try out with their FREE sample kit, and they have shades for every possible skin color whether you’re warm, cool, or in-between. You can also do what I do and mix 2 different shades to make your perfect color. Good luck!
This is how I make eyeshadow stick on my eyes all day without creasing:
I use my eyepencils to colour all over my lid up a little past the crease, or where I usually put my shadow (if i’m using green eyeshadow, I use green eyepencil, blue shadow, blue pencil, I’m sure you could use a neutral coloured pencil for all colours), then smudge it out a little bit. Put your eyeshadow over top of the penciled in part of your lids and voila, it should stay all day long. It should also be brighter as well.
The same thing goes with the lips. Colour in the entire surface or your lips with lip pencil, and put the matching lipstick on after. It should help the colour stay longer. It should brighten it too.
Don’t forget to have q-tips handy to fix mistakes on your eyes…especially if you’re applying liquid liner.
Kristi:
I think it would be really hard to hide a sunburn without it looking flaky, so what I would focus on is sunburn prevention. use the strongest one you can find (I used SPF 60 in New Orleans last summer), and moisturize as much as possible. Make sure you’re using a moisturizer that’s good for your skin…no fragrance, no bad stuff. Try glaxal based, its really good for your skin and very gentle. If you do get burned, I would apply aloe to it as much as possible to help it clear fast, rather then trying to hide it, because the foundation may aggravate it and make it worse. Just be really nice to your skin so the sunburn clears faster.
:)
I am really interested in pursuing makeup as a side career, I want to purchase eyeshadow,lipcolor and concealer pallets, but dont want anything ridiculously expensive. Any suggestions as to where I cant get professional makeup for a kit bag?
I have noticed recently that I have gotten very dark bags under my eyes. No matter how much rest I get they don’t seem to get any better. Would you happen to know of any good moisturizers or a nice concealer? I have very fair skin and I rarely wear anything on it other than sunscreen. Any comments are greatly appreciated.
I really want to start wearing a bright red lipstick, but I’ve never worn lipstick before. Is there a specific brand you would recommend? Also, is the lipstick usually fairly shiny, or should I get a gloss for that? (if so, any recommendations for that?) Thanks~
Rie:
try bare escentuals mineral foundation – it will change your life! based on your picture i would recommend fairly light or light, and possibly mixing the two shades together to achieve the right blend. pop into a B.E. boutique for a free consultation.
I use both UDPP and Too Faced at once (the shimmery one) b/c UDPP gives me staying power that TF doesn’t, and TF gives me added boldness and a metallic finish that UDPP doesn’t. I don’t have any creasing with either UDPP by itself or with the combo, but I do have creasing if I only use the TF. (And I only use powder shadows, no creams.) I’ve just found out that UD is putting out a new shimmer version, which I’m very excited about so I can do it all in one step (hopefully). Now if only they’d change the packaging so you could get ALL the product out. The shimmery TF is also good for dabbing under your eyes to look more awake or as a general highlighter.
My question is…I LOVE Lime Crime Pixie Dust but would like to know how to apply it better without it clouding into the air so much since the particles are so fine (which I know is also what gives it such a flawless finish!). I’ve tried a large face powder brush with more compacted bristles and a smaller one with less compacted bristles. I just don’t want to waste any product. :)
Okay, actually, I have one more. :) I love wearing red or hot pink eyeshadow, but it always makes me look kind of tired no matter how I position it on my lid, unless I just use a hint of a stripe of it to accent another color combo. Any recommendations? I don’t really have this problem with other colors, even purples that have red in them or light pinks or even oranges, though I do have to watch out for browns with too much red in them.
For Lumen – Dainty Doll foundation at ASOS is very pale, coming in three shades; ivory, porcelain and white.
http://www.asos.com/Dainty-Doll-By-Nicola-Roberts/Dainty-Doll-By-Nicola-Roberts-Foundation/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=301256&cid=4788&clr=Ivory&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=_None
My question: I have light rosacea (redness and slightly visible blood vessels) around my nose and on my cheeks. It’s hard to cover using just foundation, but I can’t often use mousse-like foundation as it dries out my skin. What kind of product should I use?
Also, I have very thin lips but wish I could wear bold lipsticks. Is there any way to wear bold lipsticks with thin lips without looking stupid?
Seonaid xx
I have deeply inset/hooded eyes, and my brows are almost below of my ridge. So I have a very hard time showing off my eyeshadow due to lack of space. My eyelashes quite seriously overlap with my eye brows.
Any suggestions?
When I use black eyeliner (usually Too-Faced these days) I always have a weird line of pink underneath it/inbetween my lashes and it doesn’t look good. I’m not sure what to do about it!
I’ve struggled with acne for the past six or seven years and have finally begun a round of Accutane to help clear it up. The medication has worked wonders in the two weeks that I’ve been on it, however, it’s just about turned my face into the Sahara desert. I’m beginning to find that foundation makes my super-dry skin look cakey, even though I’m moisturizing as much as my dermatologist reccomends. Are there any foundations (or even concealers) that won’t make me look like a clown?
I have two questions. I love the black liquid liner cat eyes look, but I can’t seem to make that look work for me. Does the brand of liquid liner matter? Is there one you recommend that doesn’t become a faded black liner look vs. a really nice dark one?
My next question, I’m looking for a bright red lipstick but it seems every counter I go to has dark red vampire looking lipstick. Anybody have suggestions for a nice bright/poppy/red color lipstick?
A. Gray Lamb:
It depends largely on what your skin tone is. If you’re fair (& perhaps even if you’re not), my absolute top recommendation is MAC Russian Red – in my opinion, the perfect red. In any case you can’t go wrong with MAC so I would go in there & ask their salespeople for help.
Debbie:
I’ve been doing cateye liquid liner for 2+ years & my top pick is L’Oreal Lineur Intense Brush Tip Liquid Eyeliner in black. It has great staying power, goes on black & remains dark black. (It also comes in a felt tip version if you’d prefer that.) You just have to remember to keep your eyes half-closed for about 30 seconds after applying it to make sure it doesn’t smear while it’s still wet.
Can anyone recommend a lilac-y/purple lipstick for fair skin?
I am curious about something that’s always bothered me; I can’t seem to be able to wear foundations or blushes or whatnot. I have tried before, with several different products, but to no avail. I get the stuff on and then 15 minutes to an hour later I feel like I want to rip my face off. (Mind you, I have a similar issue like this when I wear eyeshadow, but it’s not quite as bad, so I can at least do that when I’m going out for a nice dinner or somesuch.) The last product I tried was by Lancome, and I would last for about 2 hours before having to scrub my face. The results of wearing foundations and blushes and the like is that my skin looks bright red when I finally get it off, and it itches like crazy. I have tried using facial lotions before putting on powders but that doesn’t seem to help. My eyes get a little puffy if I overdo things but the puffieness goes away fairly quick–and I have witchhazel gel from the Body Shop that’s just for puffy eyes (no scent and clear gel)
I just don’t know what to do for blushes and foundations at this point.
Help? Please?
Gaiya – Benefit, Her Glossiness is my most favourite lip gloss and it’s completely non-sticky. It seems to stay put for quite a while, looks great and smells and tastes wonderful XD
Lumen – So far the palest foundation I’ve found that I can get on well with is GOSH. It has a very stage make-up feel to it though, so don’t apply it too liberally. I had problems with all the other brands because their porcelain was too pink for my complexion but this seems to blend really nicely, even when I use it on my friends :)
My question is, how often do you clean your makeup brushes to keep them in tip-top condition, and what do you recommend to use? Is it worth investing in the MAC brush cleaner, or is there a nice home made alternative?
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Tygenco – If you can, go for a skin consultation at a Clinique counter, my sister has extremely sensitive skin and they managed to find a foundation that didn’t irritate her, if I’m not mistaken they specialise in catering for all different skin types and sensitivities :)
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I can not get through the day – or even the morning for that matter without my mascara/eyeliner smudging under my eyes. What product do you suggest I try? One problem is that I am a little older and powdery products seem to accent little lines rather than hide them. Also, what under eye creams do you use? So many of them seem to make my eyes cry out in pain and do not seem to do a super job of moisturizing under the eyes. Any help would be great! Thanks!!
I want to wear red lipstick, but I’m in high school and I fear that it might be too dressy. Is there any way to make it look more casual, or do I have to forgo it and wait for special occasions?
Also, I can never get eyeliner right on the lash line. There’s always a small strip of pale skin peeking underneath. Does anyone have any tips to conceal that, or should I just put on a double coat of mascara at the base of my lashes?
Another thing! Whenever I wear eye make up, I end up rubbing my eyes and it smudges all onto the rest of my face. Is there a powder or something that will set it in place?
Thank you, ladies and gents. <3
I have a question for anyone who uses MAC Fluidline. Is there a trick to it? I’ve heard so many people say they love this stuff but for me, it’s so hard to use! It’s really thick and it seems like I have to use a lot just to do my waterline. I have a cheap eyeliner brush from Target. Is there a different/better type of brush should I be using? Also, any advice on cleaning the brush afterwards?
Well, I’m a teenager, so I’m prone to breakouts. Because of my skin tone (I’m half mexican), the spots where my pimples were scar for a while, and it makes me skin look like I have little darker spots all over. It’s really gross looking, and I’d be really happy if you had any reccomendations on a proudct I could use to cover these temporary scars up with? :)
I second the ‘how do you clean your brushes’ question.
Also, I want a really bright peppy pink lipstick (or gloss, anything really) that will actually last. It doesn’t matter what I put on, or what I’m doing, 20 minutes later it will be gone.
Thanks!
I was just having a little browse and realised that I’m more of a make-up junkie than I first realised! :D
Firstly, Rie. Recently I tried using MAC’s mineralize powder foundation in light, and found the texture and coverage very good on my combination skin, but it is just a little bit too yellow-toned for me. It might be perfect for you!
Lumen, I’m also very pale (see here !), and I swear by MAC’s studiofix in NC15. It’s the lightest foundation I’ve found. Also, Laura Mercier’s “porcelain” shade is very good. I use her tinted moisturiser sometimes for a lighter look.
Aaaaand, Ashe and Debbie, I can’t recommend MAC paintpots highly enough, seriously.
<3
*euuugh, not paintpots. FLUIDLINE. oops!
Lizzey:
“Another thing! Whenever I wear eye make up, I end up rubbing my eyes and it smudges all onto the rest of my face. Is there a powder or something that will set it in place?”
I’m not sure you’ll be able to find a setting powder which will allow your makeup to withstand eye-rubbing (at least without dulling it). You could try setting powder for theater makeup, but that tends to set makeup against sweat from the hot lights more than anything. What I ended up doing was training myself to NEVER EVER rub my eyes when wearing makeup. I rub under them, in the little baggy area. Or i might rub the inside corner of my eye. That way I avoid the main part of my eye makeup without having to restrain myself from involuntary eye-rubbing. It takes awhile to train yourself but i managed it…
@Genesis: One thing to be concerned with is using too much — if you use too much, it will crease! Just a teeny tiny bit really goes a long way with either. Both products are undeniably similar (especially if you look at the ingredient listing), they’re virtually the same product (I like the Too Faced one, the packaging is just so much more convenient, and you get more product). Maybe apply some foundation down first prior to your base, just to create an extra barrier from the oil.
@Gaiya: Nars and Nixie lipglosses are my favorites in terms of less sticky with good color. I also like Lancome’s Juicy Tubes (but they can be a little sticky).
@Rie: My favorite foundation is actually a cream foundation by Nixie, it claims to be full coverage, but I use a Sonia Kashuk brush from target (not the foundation, but the flat headed blusher brush), and it’s pretty light to moderate coverage. Makes me look flawless, which is nice because like you, I get a lot of redness in my cheeks! It’s really silky smooth and soft, I’ve sold it to people who have really sensitive skin, and acne prone skin, and oily skin, and have never had a single complaint, and I probably am able to sell it more than any other Nixie cosmetic. I’m increasingly pale (I have a melanin disorder, which makes me extremely pale and slightly allergic to the sun — good times), and it’s the only thing I’ve found besides Make Up For Ever that matches me. I also like MUFE’s Mat+ foundation. It’s a Godsend.
@Ashe Mischief: I would recommend trying a gel liner, and going to your local art supply store and getting a synthetic (made for oil-based paints) angled brush. I find they’re usually thinner than most brushes I find by any cosmetic company. L’Oreal HIP makes a cream liner with a variety of colors, so does TIGI, MAC, Stila, and Smashbox. I find they stay on better than even liquid, and using the brush I can get a really thin line! Plus, it’s virtually waterproof. Can’t beat that, right?
For everyone with lipstick questions, definitely go in and try lipsticks — there are so many options at your disposal. I love Make Up For Ever lipsticks, they wear for EVER. I also like MAC’s (who doesn’t), and Urban Decay’s. I think if you go in and play, there’s so many different options for red lips. If you’re going for red lips, I’d definitely recommend a pencil liner as well, and I also go around the outside of my lips with concealer. It gives me the ultimate staying powder. Oh, and cool-toned reds will make your teeth look whiter.
@Tygenco: It sounds like you’re having an allergic reaction called contact dermatitis. I’d recommend going to a board certified dermatologist to determine what you’re allergic to in these products so you can find one that will suit your specific needs.
Sometimes i like to wear a lighter color lip. My lips are very pigmented. Sometimes, I’ll look at a mirror in the middle of the day and see this line of dead skin on my lips. Ok. I know its because I still have dead skin on my lips. But ive tried all kinds of things and it still never stops! Any suggestions?
Every time I see a article about blush application, the ‘apple’ of the cheek is always mentioned. I’m never sure exactly *where* the apple is. When I smile, my cheeks do not resemble apples at all! I assume it’s the roundest part, but when I put blush on there, it doesn’t look right. Please explain the apple of the cheeks!
Remi: I have had the same problem for years, only my skin is very fair. What I do is use mineral make-up on my face. It seems to cover very well. use a mineral cover up underneath, and then set it with mineral powder foundation. Of course, if you have dry skin, you will want to opt for liquid foundation. I would recommend talking to one of the ladies at the drugstore make-up counter. Also look into the cover fx brand. It has very good coverage.
Kate:
MAC has various purple lipsticks, and do have one that is similar to lilac. Rimmel used to have one, but they got rid of it >.<
Sanaa – for your lips – one thing I do is gently brush them with a toothbrush once a week or so. It sloughs off the flaky skin. I also use coconut oil or olive oil to moisturize them at night. Have you tried the brushing them?
Lip liner: What’s it good for? If you’re wearing something like light lip-gloss, is it necessary? Do most people use it to get a good shape before applying lip gloss/lipstick or does it actually help define the edges of the lips?