Total makeup newbie..

1nsatiable · Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2007 5:12 pm Post subject: Total makeup newbie..

I'm 16, never wore makeup before. I feel a bit behind. So what do you suggest to be good starters??

I plan on going on a huge makeup shopping spree this weekend and would like to see what some of your favourites are.

I currently don't wear any makeup so I want to start I've been reading some reviews on MUA but would like actual responses :]

I'm wondering on what kind of the following [brand.. possibly shade?] do you wear and how it worked for you?

I'm scared to get foundation because I heard it can get quite cakey and clogs pores. I have a bit of acne, little bumps here and there, so would a tinted moisturizer work better instead of foundation?

I also don't know how to choose the proper colour, yes I am a total newbie so please help!

- Foundation [is it really bad for your skin?
- Tinted moisturizer [better alternative??]
- Pressed Powder ; Loose Powder- Blush
- Concealer [covering up pimples and under eye circles] <-- really need this.

These are some popular brands I compiled while reading a bunch of different forums [Soompi, Fashion18]

CG Outlast Pressed Powder
CG Smoothers SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer ..light to medium
Mac StudioFix
MAC oil Blotting powder in medium

Thank you <3
_________________
CHECK OUT MY SALES LIST:
ROCK & REPUBLIC. AE. HOLLISTER. A&F. GUESS. ETC Happy

http://fashion18.forumwise.com/fashion18-thread184.html

Lil_PinkBunnie · Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2007 7:02 pm Post subject:

Foundation and makeup in general isn't bad for your skin.

You really need to search to find the right foundation though. I've definitely had experiences with crappy foundation that leaves me looking cakey and fake. Currently I use Shiseido fluid foundation. It gives me pretty good coverage as in it evens out my skin tone pretty well and it doesn't look cakey. To find the best shade, test them out on the inside palm of your hand since your skin there is closest to your skin colour of your face. I find that most foundations these days are designed to NOT clog pores, and I haven't had any problems with foundations leading into breakouts recently. Just make sure to wash your makeup brushes regularly since that is what usually leads to breakouts.

I'm not too sure about tinted moisturizer since I've never used it. But I think tinted moisturizer just gives your skin more of a glow.

As for pressed powder, I heard the Loreal True Match is pretty good. My friend has it and swears by it. It's good for evening out your skin tone and keep you shine free.

For concealer, I'd definitely recommend Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat. I find that it really highlights my features and makes you look good in a subtle, natural way. It's also quite good for covering pimples. It gets rid of the redness a bit, but doesn't hide the bump.

In other concealers, I like NYC Cover Stick (I use medium). I find that this covers blemishes and undereye circles better and it's dirt cheap too! The yellow NYC Cover Stick is for undereye circles and the green one is for blemishes (green gets rid of redness). But if you just want a good overall one, get it in Light or Medium or whatever shade bests suits you. You really have nothing to lose since it's so cheap and I find it works quite well!
_________________

"sometimes the road ahead is paved with anything but good intentions."

ladyh_ · Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2007 5:20 pm Post subject:

If you feel the need to wear foundation, get one with SPF. Don't skimp on the foundation .. if you're going to actually spend on something, spend on the foundation, and maybe get a consultation [at MAC or something], and make sure it's the RIGHT shade. If you're going to go slightly more high end, ask for a sample so you can check out how the shade looks in different lighting on your skin. The rest of your make-up could be amazing, but if your foundation is the wrong shade or makes you break out, what's the point of everything else?

I've tried different foundations, and I always go back to a drugstore one [Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse] .. why? Because it doesn't break me out and it's actually the right shade. It might not have the PERFECT coverage I want, but if it's the right shade, that's all that matters with me. When I tried more expensive foundations that had good coverage and were good for my skin but were SLIGHTLY off in shade, I felt really self-concious. So I'd reccomend a consultation, find out what shade works for you, and then you could either purchase it or take the sample with you to a drugstore to find a perfect match.

Just look for "non-comodogenic" and "non-acnegenic". However, in my experience, even if it says that sometimes it still makes me break out .. it depends on you and what you're sensitive to. Just remember to get a good facial cleanser to get it all off at night, and it will be actually beneficial if you get one with SPF .. and save yourself the huge hassle of the effects of sun exposure when you're 35.

For concealer, I actually just use my foundation, sinec it has pretty heavy coverage.

For tinted moisturizer, I tried that, it barely gave any coverage .. it helps give a dewy look though. The only reason I think I'd use it would be if it had SPF protection. I actually uesd the CoverGirl one you mentioned, it gave a bit of coverage but it didn't actually help to cover blemishes or discolourations, itj ust slightly helped to even out skintone. I have oily skin and it actually made me break out a lit tle, but it may have been from other factors as well.

For powder, I actually use CoverGirl CG Smoothers Pocket Powder .. I've tried TONS [MAC, Bare Escentuals, etc.] .. and in the end I go back to this .. because it doesn't break me out and it's actually the right shade! I like pressed powder because it's CONVENIENT .. I can actually take it with me when I go places and I can just toss it in my bag. Good for the summer. Loose powder is fine for doing it at home, but I'm clumsy and spill a lot .. plus you definitely will need to invest in a good brush if you're going ot use loose powder. And it's far more difficult to bring it around with you.

For blush, I don't use blush and can't give you any good tips. I use bronzer instead, but usually I'm too lazy and don't bother putting anything at all on my face except eye make-up, haha. My skin is clear *knock on wood* so nowadays I don't really bother.

I also think application has a lot to do with it .. you could have the perfect product, but if you don't apply it properly, what good is it? You might want to invest in a good brush you could use for your face.

Anyway, if you're a make-up newbie, there's no need to go all out right away. Instead of foundation, if you only have a few zits, maybe go for a concealer and a pressed oil-absorbing powder with medium coverage that is your shade. The concealer will help hide the redness of pimples, and the powder will help keep you oil-free and more "finished" looking. My powder acts as a foundation since it has pretty good coverage. Summer is coming, so go for something light.

st3ph · Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2007 12:28 pm Post subject:

All I have and still wear is mainly mascara (Maybelline [the pink one with the pink lid, but some have green or black lids]), concealer (again, I think it's a Maybelline Cover Stick although Clinque is good too), and Sally Hansen cornsilk pressed powder or this other powder stuff by Marcelle.

Usually though, I am lazy and I just wear mascara. Mascara alone makes a big difference!
_________________

rest in peace dani
05/05/1992 - 06/16/2008

tropical_pink · Posted: Tue May 01, 2007 4:55 pm Post subject:

ya, they kinda said it all, but I have to add something, lol. I didnt read all of what they said but my suggestion would be just to start off with a simple clean look (concealer, blush, mascara) and then move up in baby steps by adding eyeshadow, eyeliner, and maybe even lipstick. I would also definately get a makeup consultation. I recommend clinique. Mac is good, but theyre makeup is usually alot heavier and they put on alot of eyeliner and eyeshadow. Clinique is more natural. Well hoped I helped.

boarderlinefrenzy · Posted: Tue May 01, 2007 5:29 pm Post subject:

I have two colors of the Loreal true match. One for my face and one a little darker and pinker for blush. Stays on longer and works for a more natural look if you already have rosey cheeks. (I do, and if I use regualar blush, I look like a doll, in a not so good way.)

When you apply face makeup, makesure you don't spread it upwards, it can clog your pors and make the little hairs on your face stick up.

when you do your eye makeup w/ eye shadow, try not to close your eyes. It may sound wierd, but you don't walk around with your eyelids closed all day? Just use the index finger of the hand you aren't using and pull up your eyebrow when you apply the eyeshadow. Can't help much with eyeliner (close your eyes, then though), I just use eye shadow and make it look like I used eye liner.

The above is for a natural look, I'm guessing that's what you want, sinse you are a "newbie"

maybe spend a day testing out everything we all told you. That's what I did to perfect my skills.
_________________

"What I like about playing America
is you can be pretty sure
you're not going to get hit with
a full can of beer when you're singing
and I really enjoy that!"
-Joe Strummer

http://SyncopationCS.blogspot.com/