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cateyemm
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Need foundation help
OK now that I have all these lovely new products from MAC, I don't really know how to use them. The sales girl showed me how to apply it (foundation, concealer, powder) which I tried to do this morning, but I didnt end up looking the way she made me look.
What are some tricks you girls use? My two main issues are 1. i have pimples that are kind of drying out and so the skin isnt smooth there (gross sorry) and 2. I have a black & blue on my face (from an acupuncture needle, nothing bad lol) and the concealer did not cover it. Two very observant staff members commented on it today.
What the heck am I doing wrong? She said apply the foundation with the brush, then concealer, then powder.
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Posted 2/8/11 3:02 PM  |
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bicosi
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Re: Need foundation help
Did you apply a primer? for bumps or lines or anything like that, a primer is a GODSEND!
I apply everything with my fingers too.. no brush.
I usually apply as follows:
moisturizer and undereye roller
let it dry
primer
let it dry
concealer
oil free tinted moisturzer
concealer to touch up
setting powder
and then the rest of my face goes on (Bronzer, etc.)
hate the cold months, I feel like I have to do so much more to liven this grill up! lol
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| Posted 2/8/11 3:10 PM |
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cateyemm
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Re: Need foundation help
Posted by bicosi
Did you apply a primer? for bumps or lines or anything like that, a primer is a GODSEND!
I apply everything with my fingers too.. no brush.
I usually apply as follows:
moisturizer and undereye roller
let it dry
primer
let it dry
concealer
oil free tinted moisturzer
concealer to touch up
setting powder
and then the rest of my face goes on (Bronzer, etc.)
hate the cold months, I feel like I have to do so much more to liven this grill up! lol
i didnt let it dry so maybe that will make a difference. so you apply moisturizer twice? what does the second round of moisturizer do?
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| Posted 2/8/11 3:28 PM |
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bicosi
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Re: Need foundation help
sort of.. the first one is a matte moisturizer.. the second is a tinted moisturizer (a light foundation you could say).
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| Posted 2/8/11 3:53 PM |
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lucyloo
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Re: Need foundation help
The #1 mistake people make with foundation is not blending it into your neck. Make sure you do that or it's a give away.
I apply everything with brushes. I have a foundation brush, concealer brush and a powder brush.
Always go light on the powder and try to stick to the t-zone other wise you get some in your hair and again it looks fake.
Also, you applied the concealer after the foundation right? Use it sparingly. I've seen too many people with their under eyes REALLY light.
HTP 
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| Posted 2/8/11 4:49 PM |
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Dollface
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Re: Need foundation help
What is undereye roller?
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| Posted 2/8/11 5:14 PM |
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bicosi
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Re: Need foundation help
Posted by Dollface
What is undereye roller?
I use clinique All About Eyes Serum Eye Massage Roller.. works really great! better than some of the higher priced ones I've purchased ;)
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| Posted 2/8/11 5:25 PM |
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cateyemm
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Re: Need foundation help
Posted by bicosi
Posted by Dollface
What is undereye roller?
I use clinique All About Eyes Serum Eye Massage Roller.. works really great! better than some of the higher priced ones I've purchased ;)
this is what it says it does
"This rollerball goes on under the eyes to cool and refresh as it gently rolls away puffy bags and the appearance of fatigue. Its ingredients, including invigorating caffeine, potent antioxidants, and soothing botanicals, work immediately and over time to brighten the eye area. "
Does it burn?? I have super sensitive skin.
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| Posted 2/8/11 7:45 PM |
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Mrs213
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Re: Need foundation help
for acne the best way to cover is it prime, conceal, set with powder, and then repeat. Do the whole process twice and then apply your foundation.
A stippling brush is the best brush in my opinion for applying foundation. It gives you that airbrushed look and kind of blends right in with your skin (provided you are wearing the correct foundation)
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| Posted 2/8/11 8:55 PM |
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bicosi
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Re: Need foundation help
Posted by cateyemm
Posted by bicosi
Posted by Dollface
What is undereye roller?
I use clinique All About Eyes Serum Eye Massage Roller.. works really great! better than some of the higher priced ones I've purchased ;)
this is what it says it does
"This rollerball goes on under the eyes to cool and refresh as it gently rolls away puffy bags and the appearance of fatigue. Its ingredients, including invigorating caffeine, potent antioxidants, and soothing botanicals, work immediately and over time to brighten the eye area. "
Does it burn?? I have super sensitive skin.
I have sensitive skin too! but it does not burn at all! I also put it in the fridge so it feels good when I put it on. :O)
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| Posted 2/9/11 9:37 AM |
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MrsPorkChop
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Re: Need foundation help
moisturizer
primer
green base over acne
(it reduces redness. )
then i put the foundation over that
then concealer over acne again and under eyes
(all applied with my hands and fingertips)
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| Posted 2/9/11 10:14 AM |
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luvbuffet
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Re: Need foundation help
moisturizer
primer
matte finish
CREAM concealer
then powder
thats for everyday.. i do not wear foundation
what concealer r u using from mac?? i bought the one in the tube that looks liek a gloss. i HATE IT.
i stick to the cream one that looks like an eyeshadow.
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| Posted 2/9/11 11:41 PM |
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cateyemm
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Re: Need foundation help
Posted by luvbuffet
moisturizer
primer
matte finish
CREAM concealer
then powder
thats for everyday.. i do not wear foundation
what concealer r u using from mac?? i bought the one in the tube that looks liek a gloss. i HATE IT.
i stick to the cream one that looks like an eyeshadow.
i think im using tehs ame concealer. i hate it. it doenst blend and you can only pump out a lot at a time.
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| Posted 2/10/11 2:18 PM |
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luvbuffet
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Re: Need foundation help
the one i use isnt a pump. its thick paste and u need a brush for it.
i also like wet n wilds "cover stick" looks liek a lipstick. and sally beatuty supply also has a lipstick concealer thats great!!
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| Posted 2/10/11 8:04 PM |
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MamaLeen
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Re: Need foundation help
I recently got new foundation and this sponge I normally used a brush for my foundation but this sponge has been amazing!! It is expensive but if you buy the two pack it is cheaper and its not like any other sponge. I put some water on moisturizer on the fat part and the stipple it in. Then I use the pointy side for spot treatment or around my nose. I love love love it!!
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| Posted 2/10/11 8:21 PM |
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