:( i don't use make-up alot. I'll wear whole face only in special events. Otherwise, everyday is:
- body moisturizer (clinique), day milk whitening (pond's), light powder (CG).
- eyebrow brow powder (OH!)
- white eyeshadows (testimo)
- MASCARA
yes i have to make it bold because it's the most important thing in my make up :D I care for mascara alot >.<". Anyways, i have few kinds.
1. Clinique (high impact mascara-mascara impact optimal one)
2. Maybelline (Volum Express turbo boost one)
3. L'Oreal (Lash Architect)
4. リーズン　(for sparkling :p)
and lastly,
- lipgloss (Clubbin’ Lovin’ Fever Gloss, or GEO lip liquid)

I've been dying to buy a Mineral, but haven't made time to go yet. >.<"

Originally Posted by PhotoChick:
There are independent MAC stores in most large malls. If not, you can also find them in Macy's and other large department stores.

If all else fails, you can go to the MAC website and do a store search:
http://www.maccosmetics.com/templates/door/finder.tmpl

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In Canada, there are a lot of MAC locations in The Bay as well.

My favorite shades from MAC are the Sumptuous Olive eyeshadow, the green-brown pigment and the Ruby Woo lipstick.

Probably not together, though. lol.

I absolutely love Cover Girl Eye Slicks... it's an eyeshadow pencil thing that glides on easily and lasts all day and night!! Doesn't crease or anything... I use mostly department store stuff... CG, Loreal, Maybelline... i acutally have maybelline mineral powder... i hate it... i'm not sure if it doesnt match my skin tone or not but it's horrid! I use avon powder concealer (porcelain), cover girl lash exact mascara(black), almay intense i-color eyeliner (brown topaz color) and cover girl eye slicks (shimmering pebble), and lip gloss...
I'm pretty simple and wear makeup when we're going out... not every day... but i am going to try the everyday minerals... for 4 bucks it's worth a try!

Something I've never understood: what is eyeshadow creasing? I mean, what does it look like and how do you know you have it?

I've awful natural nails (I have a tendency to pick and peel at them, but not bite) and I've tried all sorts of strengtheners because I like my nails long. Just wandering what anybody else uses if they have to? I've just bought OPI nail envy and it seems the best so far.

^ Sally Hansen Age correct growth treatment, I absolutely love it, it seems to improve my nails, you can wear under a colour, but I do like it on its own, seems a natural manicure, also moisturize often!

Moisturizer question here. Anyone use Dermadoctor Tease Zone? I have VERY oily skin so I really need an oil-controlling lotion as well as something with an SPF in it (I found this combination almost impossible to find). I read reviews of a product called Cosmedicine that were terrible. This Dermadoctor seems to have better reviews. Just wondering if anyone's used it. Or if you've used anything else that might help.

I currently use Bare Escentuals as well, but I don't like spending so much on it. I'm thinking about trying Loreal's version since people here seem to like it.

I love MAC, Nars, Chanel, Christian Dior (Oh those juicy pigments) and Loreal. I'm addict to products, especially lipglass. MAC makes the absolute best foundation/powder and Nars has the best blushes. I wasn't a blush person until I tried Nars and I'm addicted to their orgasm lipgloss.

Nail polish (which is a huge addiction for me0 I love Chanel's edgier colors like Blue Satin, Black Satin, Vamp. OPI's Mrs. O'leary's BBQ, Lincoln Park After Dark, Russian Navy and Siberian Nights. I could go on and on about nail polish!

Originally Posted by vikkivma:
Something I've never understood: what is eyeshadow creasing? I mean, what does it look like and how do you know you have it?

When shadow creases, you can see wrinkles or cracks in it. It's a fairly easy fix. Just sweep a Q-tip over it to smooth it, then touch up with a little more shadow. Creasing happens most often is you have oily or over moisturised lids. Try blotting or applying a little foundation and powder or a primer to your lids. :D

Originally Posted by Spoz:
I've awful natural nails (I have a tendency to pick and peel at them, but not bite) and I've tried all sorts of strengtheners because I like my nails long. Just wandering what anybody else uses if they have to? I've just bought OPI nail envy and it seems the best so far.

I am nuts for OPI polishes, but Nail Envy doesn't do much for my nails. I have delicate nails that chip and peel like crazy and I found the best treatment is to take Biotin. It is inexpensive and really does help my nails. It takes a while to see the full effects, since it has to start working, then you have to grow away the old nail, but it is wonderful, long term. My nails are at their best, when I am taking it.

Originally Posted by OnceUponADrive:
I currently use Bare Escentuals as well, but I don't like spending so much on it. I'm thinking about trying Loreal's version since people here seem to like it.

I have read good things about it, too. I am just concerned as to whether or not it is pure mineral makeup. A lot of companies are making standard powder or liquid formulas and tossing in a little mineral, so they can claim to offer "mineral makeup". So, read the label carefully. :)

If you want a pure mineral foundation and want a better price than BE, I can suggest SunCat Natural. (You can find it with Google.) It is a small, in home mineral makeup brand. She makes some of the best mineral foundation I have ever used. She offers several formulas, and a very wide shade range for the palest to the deepest. All of her makeup is hand made, pure and natural. And her prices are terrific.

Originally Posted by Rain Dancer:
If you want a pure mineral foundation and want a better price than BE, I can suggest SunCat Natural. (You can find it with Google.) It is a small, in home mineral makeup brand. She makes some of the best mineral foundation I have ever used. She offers several formulas, and a very wide shade range for the palest to the deepest. All of her makeup is hand made, pure and natural. And her prices are terrific.

Thanks, that looks neat.

Thanks, Rain. I'll definitely look into that. I had just read an article yesterday about a lot of mineral make-ups not being pure, so that's something I do want to watch out for.

Originally Posted by Spinymouse:
I went to a Sephora store and I was impressed because they had a very helpful staff that put stuff on my face, the results of which succeeded in luring me into buying it. (Bare Minerals in this case.)
Although I must admit, in my case it is like trying to put an attractive garnish on something that has already gone bad, so it's kind of futile. But the Sephora stores carry a wide range of brands so you can get all swimmy-eyed looking at everything.

SEPHORA! I need to make a run their soon; I like the Kat Von D eye liners. :)

I just ordered a sample size from SunCat Naturals. I'll report back once I get it. They are SO affordable!

Originally Posted by swiminky:
For my eyes, I hardly wear eyeshadow since it all melts off my eyes.

Do you wear some sort of primer or base under your eyeshadow? If not, I want to recommend two eyeshadow primers I love... hope you dont mind. :)

Urban Decay's Eyeshadow Primer Potion is great. It helps shadow adhere to your lids, without creasing or melting away. I also love MAC's paints as base. I use one called "Bare Canvas" (or is it Bared Naked?)... either way, a small bit on both lids makes sure my shadow stays put. It looks good under all of my MAC and other shadows, while UDEPP can sometimes look weird depending on the color. Let us know if a shadow base changes your mind about eyeshadow!

Got my SunCat Naturals mineral make-up. I asked for the semi-matte formula because i'm not a fan of too much shine. It's still too shiny for me compared to Bare Minerals.

LOVE bare minerals! And Christian Dior mascara.