When I'm not going anywhere or don't feel like much makeup I use this simple routineCleanse my face.  Usually I use a cleanse by Murad.  Occasionally I switch to a facial bar like Clinque or Sometimes Caress when I want a creamy feeling.Brush my teeth.Apply a moisturizer.  I use Clean & Clear.Next eyecream, a gel by Avon then a concealer around the eyes.  I use a concealer in a tube by Stila.I stroke my eyebrows with an eyebrow pencil velvet black by Mabelline.Next my lipstick and I pat on my foundation.There was one time when I only used an oil free makeup but as I got older I found that the moisturizing foundations were fine for me.Sometimes I just put a little blush on without the foundation and I'm ready to go. 0 1 0

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This is a site I refer to often.  Today I got some good tips from it including nail polish.  I've tried blue and green and wear it when I feel down.  I also like Pantene gel.  I haven't been really doing much for myself what with wrapping gifts and shopping.  I think I'll try a beauty day tomorrow for myself., 0 1 0

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Stila has a special sale on cosmetics that's really great.  Some of the favorites are less than half the regular price.  I don't get all of their cosmetics but find that if some work for you keep them on your favorite list.My regular buys are:The concealer in the tube.  It's so smooth and creamy and doesn't show.  I use that without foundation sometimes and under my foundationA must is their tinted all over color blushes.  I love the pink color and the bronze.  Of course when I use the bronze I just use a little or I become like a clown.I also like their photo foundation.  I often get that in a kit and get all those other goodies in the kit.  It saves money,If you can get samples before you buy I recommend that you do that. 0 1 0

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I recently stopped in a drugstore and looked at the foundation.  I decided to go back to buying like I used to.  I bought two bottles of the same brand foundation and type.  However one darker shade and one lighter shade.  My complexion is olive so I can wear different shades usually I buy a light beige.However I use a darker shade sometimes for a bronze look. 0 1 0

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Your foundation a little thick not enough moisture to it? 0 1 0

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I often get the box of total Beauty Collection samples.  I like that I get to try new cosmetics out and decide if I like them enough to buy them.  Also the box is only $15.00 and you don't have to get one everytime.  There are some out there that are much more expensive and I understand you have to sign up to get them every month. 0 1 0

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If my hair and skin don't look good I don't.  If my hair is damaged I don't look good and all the makeup in the world won't be of much help if my skin is in poor condition or not taken care of.  The latest fashion outfit doesn't help no matter how much it costs. 0 1 0

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I used to want a sun glow but felt that bronzers made me look like a clown. 0 1 0

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I wear less makeup in the summer because of the sweltering heat.  I'm more concerned about the sunscreen that protects my skin.  Here's what I wear: my makeup basically. Sunscreen, a little foundation if any or tinted moisturizer,  concealer around the eyes, and I just tried a tinted lipbalm by Cover Girl that i carry in my purse because my lips become extra dry.  I recently received a kit by Smashbox that I ordered and I am thoroughly satisfied with it.  I'll be ordering it again since the concealer photo finish foundation and a lipgloss came in it.  I may be telling you more about it later. 0 1 0

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I have curly, wavy, and yes dry hair.  These are the products that I use to manage it.  I don't know if I should mention brands but I'm going to.  I use Paul Mitchell shampoo and leave in conditioner.  Lately I have been trying out Argan oil products and I like them too.  I do buy a lot. 0 1 1

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I bought four different shades of powder at Sallys, trial sizes.  I finally tried them all today.  I found that the bronzing powder really was the best with the highlighter powder over it. 0 1 0

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Well. Next month is that time of the year. 0 1 0

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Sometimes fashion is all about how you put an outfit together. 1 1 0

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Hi. Welcome to my group and my world of makeup and fashion. 1 1 1

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