Makeup (NBR)

adorebella · January 2013

So the cosmetics post yesterday got me thinking about my makeup. No one ever "taught" me how to do my makeup, I just started doing it. So I don't really know if I'm doing it right. In fact, I'm pretty sure I do eyeshadow completely wrong. And my foundation/powder always looks too dark for my face even though I buy the lightest shade from Neutrogena. Since I don't know what I'm doing I stick to really neutral shades but I would like to learn how to do makeup and have more fun with it. I've always wanted to buy makeup at Sephora but I'm totally intimidated. Right now I buy everything at the grocery store makeup aisle.

So, any ideas where I could get a "makeover" that's not super expensive but where they could also teach me how to make up my face? TIA!

nesenotes · January 2013

The Sephora girls will totally do it for free. I used to work at Sephora and we would jump at the chance to do a makeover. Especially if it was slow hours.

MAC does a teaching session but its $100 and you get no take home product.

The reason why your shade isnt matching is because market brands dont do well on olive and yellow skin tones. They are great for pink undertones.

You can get a cheaper foundation at Sephora for $22. I use their mineral one. And I've worn every foundation under the sun. Its like crack. seriously. I would also go powder instead of liquid because those are quickest to apply and the most fool proof. Apply with a fluffy brush instead of a sponge and it blends much better.

Good Luck! Wish I could help you shop!

*Editing to add, invest in a brush set. Doesnt have to be really expensive. The brushes make the biggest difference in application. *

Boing214 · January 2013

I am in the same boat, my mom never wore makeup so never taught me and it never was a huge thing. I did go to Sephora before my wedding and they taught me how to do my makeup for the wedding, and were really nice about it. FTR, Sephora still intimidates the hell out of me. They have those tools that look like they belong in a dentist's office and my friends tell me what they're for. No way I'm ever going to get that close to the narly looking edges. But my point is they were very nice about helping me figure out my makeup, so I say go for it. Big Smile

adorebella · January 2013

nesenotes:
The Sephora girls will totally do it for free. I used to work at Sephora and we would jump at the chance to do a makeover. Especially if it was slow hours.
MAC does a teaching session but its $100 and you get no take home product.
The reason why your shade isnt matching is because market brands dont do well on olive and yellow skin tones. They are great for pink undertones.
You can get a cheaper foundation at Sephora for $22. I use their mineral one. And I've worn every foundation under the sun. Its like crack. seriously. I would also go powder instead of liquid because those are quickest to apply and the most fool proof. Apply with a fluffy brush instead of a sponge and it blends much better.
Good Luck! Wish I could help you shop!
*Editing to add, invest in a brush set. Doesnt have to be really expensive. The brushes make the biggest difference in application. *

Oh man I wish you could help me too! Just the thought of going in there is making my stomach turn, ha I'm such a wuss!

I've also got to convince MH that I should do it. He already balks at what I spend on makeup as it is.

Edit: should I go in there with the makeup on that I normally wear or should I go fresh-faced?

nesenotes · January 2013

adorebella:
nesenotes:
The Sephora girls will totally do it for free. I used to work at Sephora and we would jump at the chance to do a makeover. Especially if it was slow hours.
MAC does a teaching session but its $100 and you get no take home product.
The reason why your shade isnt matching is because market brands dont do well on olive and yellow skin tones. They are great for pink undertones.
You can get a cheaper foundation at Sephora for $22. I use their mineral one. And I've worn every foundation under the sun. Its like crack. seriously. I would also go powder instead of liquid because those are quickest to apply and the most fool proof. Apply with a fluffy brush instead of a sponge and it blends much better.
Good Luck! Wish I could help you shop!
*Editing to add, invest in a brush set. Doesnt have to be really expensive. The brushes make the biggest difference in application. *
Oh man I wish you could help me too! Just the thought of going in there is making my stomach turn, ha I'm such a wuss!
I've also got to convince MH that I should do it. He already balks at what I spend on makeup as it is.

One more tip... Go in with a clean, moisturized face. Then look for the girl who's face looks like what you would want. If they are wearing crazy eyeshadow, chances are that is how you will leave. Then just say you really want a new foundation and need help with a good match. They will take it from there. Also, Sephora is really big on their customer service. They HAVE to give you samples and get secret shopped all the time, so they are on their toes with customer service. Dont be scared to ask for samples. Also you can return anything even if its half gone. They are like Nordstrom I swear.

adorebella · January 2013

nesenotes:
adorebella:
nesenotes:
The Sephora girls will totally do it for free. I used to work at Sephora and we would jump at the chance to do a makeover. Especially if it was slow hours.
MAC does a teaching session but its $100 and you get no take home product.
The reason why your shade isnt matching is because market brands dont do well on olive and yellow skin tones. They are great for pink undertones.
You can get a cheaper foundation at Sephora for $22. I use their mineral one. And I've worn every foundation under the sun. Its like crack. seriously. I would also go powder instead of liquid because those are quickest to apply and the most fool proof. Apply with a fluffy brush instead of a sponge and it blends much better.
Good Luck! Wish I could help you shop!
*Editing to add, invest in a brush set. Doesnt have to be really expensive. The brushes make the biggest difference in application. *
Oh man I wish you could help me too! Just the thought of going in there is making my stomach turn, ha I'm such a wuss!
I've also got to convince MH that I should do it. He already balks at what I spend on makeup as it is.
One more tip... Go in with a clean, moisturized face. Then look for the girl who's face looks like what you would want. If they are wearing crazy eyeshadow, chances are that is how you will leave. Then just say you really want a new foundation and need help with a good match. They will take it from there. Also, Sephora is really big on their customer service. They HAVE to give you samples and get secret shopped all the time, so they are on their toes with customer service. Dont be scared to ask for samples. Also you can return anything even if its half gone. They are like Nordstrom I swear.

I love you! Let me know if you think of anything else This is helping me feel more confident about going, for sure.

There's a small-ish Sephora in a JCPenny that's close to me. Would that be just as good or should I go to a big one that stands alone?

nesenotes · January 2013

For the experience you are looking for go to the stand alone one. The JCPenny ones are not the same. Those are good if you already know what you want because the girls there suck. I think they are just regular JCPenny employees.

OUKatie · January 2013

I second Sephora but I've actually had good luck with Ulta in the past year. If you go to one with a Benefit counter they tend to be better, IME.

I'm great with makeup but my mom isn't so much. She likes it but she is messy with it. We went to Sephora early on a random Saturday right at opening and asked for help choosing a new foundation and eyeshadow pallete for her. They were so incredibly nice to her and gave her a great tutorial on using the palette. They picked great products for her. She's now obsessed!

The other trick is using good brushes, particularly on your eyes. Crappy brushes just don't work as well, which was half of my mom's problem.

Google "MakeupbyTiffanyD" She has a YouTube channel and Blog. She's great...she has some crazy eye looks but also some very simple ones and uses a mix of better and drugstore brands. Her videos walk you through every single step.

For eyes, blending is one of the most important steps and lots of people don't do it. TiffanyD will show you!

Pandril19 · January 2013

This whole thread is making me twitchy nervous.

I wish I felt okay about makeup.

hokiemama06 · January 2013

OP, thank you for posting this! I was telling my DH the other night that I was scared if the next LO was a girl because I have no idea what to do with makeup. Maybe I'll go to the Sephora and try to get them to help me!

adorebella · January 2013

hokiemama06:
OP, thank you for posting this! I was telling my DH the other night that I was scared if the next LO was a girl because I have no idea what to do with makeup. Maybe I'll go to the Sephora and try to get them to help me!

I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who is makeup-challenged There is hope for us all!

ahleesha · January 2013

I spend a lot of time reasearching blogs and youtube before I invest in expensive makeup like Urban Decay or MAC. There are so many great channels on Youtube that I have found to be pretty easy to folloe tutorials for. It amazes ne how many different ways you can wear one pallete.

adorebella · January 2013

OUKatie:
I second Sephora but I've actually had good luck with Ulta in the past year. If you go to one with a Benefit counter they tend to be better, IME.
I'm great with makeup but my mom isn't so much. She likes it but she is messy with it. We went to Sephora early on a random Saturday right at opening and asked for help choosing a new foundation and eyeshadow pallete for her. They were so incredibly nice to her and gave her a great tutorial on using the palette. They picked great products for her. She's now obsessed!
The other trick is using good brushes, particularly on your eyes. Crappy brushes just don't work as well, which was half of my mom's problem.
Google "MakeupbyTiffanyD" She has a YouTube channel and Blog. She's great...she has some crazy eye looks but also some very simple ones and uses a mix of better and drugstore brands. Her videos walk you through every single step.
For eyes, blending is one of the most important steps and lots of people don't do it. TiffanyD will show you!

I can't even wrap my head around how much makeup she has! I watched her makeup organization video and omg how can he possibly even use all of that! But anyway, she does good tutorials so thanks for the info.

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