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Tinted Moisturiser?.

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  • 16-10-2007 10:54pm
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    doctor evil
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    I don`t wear foundation, I just use light reflective concealer for the eyes etc. I`m not a fan of the caked on look, I like my make up to look as "natural" as possible. Also, my skin is not at its best so I really don`t want anything that will cloy or be quite greasy. The nearest to foundation I see myself would be TM, any recommendations on good brands?. I have pale skin that I am getting a bit sick of.

    Further to the latter sentence I want to try a blusher/bronzer product. Nothing too dark!. Something that could add some colour esp to my arms/shoulders when out and about as they are ten times paler than my face!.
    Should I stay away from any kind of bronzer full stop since my complexion is pale? (brown hair, blue eyes with bit of brown).

    Kudos if anyone gets this far.


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    bronte
    Registered Users Posts: 11,331 ✭✭✭✭bronte


    Have you ever though about mineral foundation?
    You can have it as light as you like and it doesn't feel like you are wearing anything at all.
    Loreal have a mineral range that lasts forever...and isadora have one too.
    You might like it!
    Also, I hear the laura mercier tinted moisturizer is brill


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    Siogfinsceal
    Registered Users Posts: 1,915 ✭✭✭Siogfinsceal


    Hi,
    I use benefits 'some kind of gorgeous' and loreals mineral powder instead of foundation


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    doctor evil
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    I`ve never heard of mineral powder, does it even out the complexion or what?.


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    Ruthee
    Closed Accounts Posts: 162 ✭✭Ruthee


    check out everydayminerals.com if you want to try mineral make up.they send you free samples,all you have to do is pay for postage,about 4e.you get to pick three colours of foundation,a bronzer/blusher and concealer sample..ive heard its very good and am waiting on my samples to arrive..its loose powder type substance and made of only natural ingredients and you buff it on with a small brush..its really popular in the states and its starting to catch on over here now.

    But tinted mosturiser is also a good option..I tested the laura Mercier one and seemed lovely,kinda dewy and plae enough but you'd have to try it on your face..(not enough coverage for me tho unfortch) maybe try and get a sample off one of the girls at the counter..they sometines say that they dont give them but if you bring in your only little pot they will,so be prepared!


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    Ruthee
    Closed Accounts Posts: 162 ✭✭Ruthee


    oh yeah, makeupalley.com is a good site for getting reviews of products before you buy..a good reference point before splashing out on someting pricey..you have to join but its free..


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    bronte
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    The mineral stuff really does even out the complexion...it's adjustable coverage, so you can build it up if you need more.


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    ggirl
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    Hi,
    I find Stila's tinted moisturiser great. Like you I don't like wearing 'obvious' make-up but this is light and gives a natural looking sort of sheen to your skin. I have black hair, light skin and blue eyes so think I would be quite similar to your colouring and it definitely suits mine alright.

    As for the bronzer I have tried various ones on the recommentdation of friends but no matter how lightly I use it I just find it looks fake. I think I am finally accepting I am pale! Friends love Lancome's and i think it is called "Flash Bronzer" or something like that.
    Hope that helps!


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    doctor evil
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    I`ve gone with Vichy "Sheer Radiance Tinted Moisturiser". The lady at the counter was very helpful and tried one or two products on me. I also indulged in Clarins "Bronzing Duo Compact". One a bronzer the other a blusher. Also got some free make up brushes, so I`m happy happy! :D.


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