(Part 3) Top products from r/MakeupAddiction

Hmmm well I'm in the UK but I can recommend stuff I like! I know some of the eyeshadow palettes I like can be found in Walmart/Target sometimes (from what I've read on here).

I got ecotools brushes as my first set and I really like them. The quality is pretty solid and they are cheap - I know MAC brushes are supposed to be the best if you want to start off with the big stuff. I don't use make up that often so it's not a biggie...

One thing to note though is that has a concealer brush - not a foundation one. If you want a foundation one on it's own you can get it in MAC. Fingers would be faster to get the hang of tough to stick to that if you like :) I think brushes are supposed to give more consistency but it's honestly whatever works for you!

You can get loads of really nice multi-coloured palettes here on the cheap by E.L.F.. I got [this palette from Coastal Scents!)[http://www.coastalscents.com/makeup/eyes/eye-palettes/pl-001.html)
I liked it but you need a primer for some of the matte (not sparkly/shiny shades - just the flat colour).

For high quality expensive eyeshadow you could again go to MAC or Sephora :) I'm not sure what budget you are looking at - I'm very much a cheapskate for these things so I go for a balance between price, quality and quantity.

SPEAKING OF PRIMERS....

I have this primer that is also a liner for your eyeshadow! In all honesty the liner didn't last that long...the tip got dirty kinda quick and I only really used it for black. For pretty colours with different eyeshadows I used a nude eye pencil and then my liner brush from ecotools. I'm not a big liner user but if you want to I'd say to just buy a separate liner.

Some people REALLY like the Urban Decay's Primer Potions which are bottom left here. I think you need to go to the stores listed though to buy it.

Honestly the best advice I can give is check the sidebar and post some B&As here - or just your plain face asking for tips. People here are really nice and helpful - they helped me out a lot! :3 Also the sidebar as some good brands with a range in budget from drugstore to the super high-end expensive stuff!

Just start small and work up. The only thing I went big on was the eyeshadows where I bought that 88 palette...but I think that's fair enough for when you are just starting out. Get a primer for the cheaper eyeshadows though since they are not that pigmented (not much colour)!

I'm sorry those were all UK links but when I try to access US versions they switch me over to the UK version...I'm sure there will be an online store with it though :3 Amazon could be your best friend!!

Good luck and happy makeuping :3

Just to repeat bc its true - you are a beautiful person :) Your makeup should be totally about you! Experiment! Play around! Go with colors you like and products you love! For example, I've found that I adore wearing long lasting liquid matte lipsticks in crazy bold colors. But I hate wearing foundation. So I wear lipstick and no foundation (maybe I'll wear a little pressed powder though for my oily T-zone).

I am 22 and have taught myself a lot about makeup in the last year. My advice to you is to focus on what you love about your face (what are your favorite features?) and learn what you can do to draw more attention to those parts. Ex.) I like my mouth! So I wear bright reds to draw attention to my mouth.

I am also a big research person. Youtube is filled with so many tutorials. I really liked these books. I rented them both from my local library :)

So be open! Experiment! Shop from new companies when they have sales or when you have coupons for drugstore makeup! I have my favorite foundation from a sale at BH Cosmetics. My favorite red lipstick is from a sale at NYX. My favorite mascara is from a coupon I had for covergirl lash blast mascara. Find what you like and what you don't to build up your personal tastes. My favorite finishing powder is $3 and from Wal-Mart.

But most of all, it is you that makes you beautiful. Makeup is like the cherry on a gorgeous sundae. You are a beautiful sundae. Add as many cherries or sprinkles as you want. A little or a lot, whatever you find you are comfortable with :)

i am not really sure what you mean about the eyelid thing, maybe a picture would help?

i have never used costal scents, but ive seen a few girls here make some nice looks with it. no idea on the quality. i know you said ELF is too expensive, but this palette is only 10 pounds. i have it and i like it. they are pretty good quality for a cheaper eye shadow palette. if you can afford some eye primer, the colors will look even better. i use urban decay primer potion, but that sounds like its a little out of your budget, maybe someone can recommend a cheap one!

i have combination skin (oily and dry! ughhh) and I always use liquid foundation. Powder can make the dry spots look really flaky. Revlon Colorstay is a good drugstore brand, I like it, it has good coverage and staying power, and I hear a lot of people mention it on here.

[edit] i see you are a teen and have youthful skin. if you dont get many breakouts and dont have a lot of unevenness in your skin tone, you could probably get away with a tinted moisterizer or a BB cream instead of a full coverage foundation. i recently got a sample of loreals BB cream and I was a big fan!

i really like ecotools brushes. They are good quality and relatively cheap!

Good luck!

Not drugstore, but on a drugstore budget: I love Holika Holika's Essential Petit BB cream (That's the one in the orange tube). This is a Korean BB cream, which I like a lot better than any drugstore brand, and find that it actually helps my skin. I apply it with a foundation brush and then make it more matte with a blending sponge, and I find a slightly-larger-than-pea-sized amount is great coverage for me. It also builds nicely if you have an area that needs more coverage. The Essential version is pretty pale, which I like in the winter, and then I usually switch to the Pore Clearing (blue tube) in the summer; I find it matches my skin when I have a tan. Hope it helps!

Stalk her makeup collection to see what she already has, so you don't buy doubles.

If you want to go for fancy presentation, I think you should get a few types of product, like brushes, some lip things, and some eye things.

Real techniques brushes are great, and you can get them in stores or on Amazon; here's a couple [sets] (http://www.amazon.com/real-Techniques-Core-Collection-Set/dp/B004TSFBNK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1397668617&sr=8-3&keywords=real+techniques+brushes).

The Sleek palettes are well thought of and cheap, and I don't think she'd object to getting this.

Lipstick is based a lot on skin tone, so if you want to get anything like that you should try to figure out what her undertones are. Before you panic, an easy way to guess is if she wears

gold
yellows/oranges
warm, autumnal colors

She's probably got warm undertones. You can also take a peek at her foundation to see if it has anything on there like "warm" or "neutral" or "cool" - then you can maybe take a look at the lipstick labels and compare. If a red says "true red" it's may have some blue undertones.

Ideally, you'll be able to ask a sales rep somewhere, and maybe you can bring pictures taken in natural lighting for them to get a good idea.

If you don't want to do all that, a nice assortment of tinted lipbalms (people here seem to like the baby lips ones, and they're at basically all drugstores/makeup sections in stores that have makeup sections)

And you can't go wrong with a good primer. Go to Sephora or something and pick up one of the travel size Smashbox photo-finish face primers (the travel size is a better deal, ounce per ounce) and add a few things of chocolate for good measure.

You have monolids and as stated by other redditors there's communities on reddit that specifically deal with that.


I find using Asian brands helps because likely they address such issues related to monolids. I keep peddling this product but Kiss Me Heroine Mascara is great for short Asian lashes. It's waterproof and really lengthens. I have cried, sweat, taken a shower, and even swam with this mascara and it does not budge. A waterproof eyeliner is also ideal and I like Dollywink eyeliner and Kiss Me Heroine eyeliner. When you're applying make sure it dries fully and you keep steady and try not to blink.


If you are willing to take a drastic step other people deal with their monolids by using eyelid tape or glue to create "double eyelids". I find it unnecessary because there are other makeup techniques that are specific to monolids. Good luck!

I just picked up this palette on the recommendation of some people here. It has loads of fun colors. I haven't properly played with all of the colors, but the ones I did tinker with were wonderfully bright for the cost. I'm pretty happy with it so far. I had loads of neutrals, and this is my first collection of BRIGHT shadow. I think its a great set to grab if you want to test out the waters.

I love the lip color (it looks very natural), and it looks like you have near flawless skin!

I agree with keiramarie about the eyebrows--and I'd go for something that matches the darkest shade of your hair color. Also, have you considered lining your upper lids with dark eye shadow/angled eye shadow brush instead of with eyeliner? I think it would soften your face beautifully!

You have fair skin like me, and I recently sprang for the Beach Tint in "peach"---it works soooo well! If you're looking for a very natural flush, just dab a very very small amount on the tip of your finger and rub it into the apples of your cheeks, spreading it back and away, toward your hair. Any peachy blush would look great, though. Your skin is perfect for it

edit: you asked the other lady about suggestions for the eyebrow fillers and [here are some nice ones (check out the blonde one)] (http://www.amazon.com/NYX-Eyebrow-Cake-Powder-Brown/dp/B002QI2TPI/ref=sr_1_1?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1397165188&sr=1-1&keywords=eyebrow+powder)

Some of these might run you a couple dollars over 10, but they're all pretty good!

• Sleek eyeshadow palettes
  
  
• Sleek Blushes
  
  
• Tonymoly Cat's Wink Clear Pact (good powder AND it's a cat!)
  
  
• Missha Perfect Cover BB cream
  
  
• Tonymoly Bunny Gloss
  
  
• Holika Holika Jewel-light Eyeliners (The burgundy one is SO pretty)
  
  
• Etude House Lips Talk Lipsticks (super cute packaging!)
  
  
• Real Techniques Brushes
  
  That's all I can think of off the top of my head!

More than a specific brand, I'd say learning how to properly tightline has helped me the most. You don't want the liner to be over your lashes or on your waterline (more likely to cause smudging). The liner needs to be placed on the root of your lashes. Practice makes perfect!

If you're a fan of pencil, Rimmel Scandal Eyes is a popular choice.

Gel? Maybelline Eye Studio or Wet n Wild Mega Eyes.

I, personally, have yet to find a pencil or gel that didn't smudge on me (regardless of price), so I prefer liquid. Physician's Formula is a good drugstore option. I also love love LOVE Asian liners like Clio, Dolly Wink, and Kiss Me Heroine.

Oh woah! What the heck? lol I got mine from this retailer on Amazon. Hope it works out for you! :)

Thanks for your kind words, I love putting together these pictorials, it was a pleasure. Thanks for checking out the blog! <3

I'll start off : not exactly drugstore but cheaper than Sephora. I have my holy grail eyeliner and mascara so I'm never tempted to buy anything else at Sephora or drugstore. I'm at more than 15 repurchase for both of these are $10-11 per item

Kiss Me eyeliner

Kiss Me mascara

Look around Amazon for cheaper options (with slower shipping). I value no-smudge as most important for eye makeup. Staying power is second. With any other eye makeup, I have to constantly wipe under my eye from smudge/flake. With these two, I can confidently go all day without checking for smudge. Every time try new stuff, I end up coming back to these two. These are the only eyeliner/mascara that I've paid for for about 5-6 years. Others were obtained as samples/gifts only

Kat von D tattoo eyeliner has been comparable but didn't perform any better than kiss me eyeliner to justify paying more than double. Haven't tried stila eyeliner

I have yet to find mascara that will make me give up on kiss me (Marc Jacobs, UD, Nars, Bobbi Brown and countless others have failed). The only one I am interested in trying (and have no comparison for) would be better than sex

Edit: hyperlink fixed

Making Faces by Kevin Aucoin I feel like he covers a lot of the basics really well here and also does a great job of showing some fun/dramatic stuff.

The Beauty of Color by Iman Was the only book I could find that did a good job talking about makeup specifically for women of color.

Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual: For Everyone from Beginner to Pro this is the only Bobbi Brown book I'd recommend, it does a great job of basics and tends to focus on more everyday makeup.

Luckily she shaved it and not waxed or tweezed. The hair should grow back just fine just like when you shave your legs. As for appearance best thing to do is just fill them in with color whether pencil or whatever it's going to look strange. When she starts to get some hair back probably less than a week you can use a tinted brow gel to help along with the filling in. I def went through the phase of wanting to wax and all and mom made me wait. I think that the longer you wait the better just because you are still growing and your hair and skin are still developing especially during puberty. But if she can't wait instead of waxing or tweezing which permanently damages the hair root maybe try getting those facial shavers like (these)[http://www.amazon.com/GABRIELLA-Womens-Eyebrows-Facial-Quantity/dp/B000EVELR8] you can even find these at the dollar store.

I see a lot of hate and judge mental people in this thread and honestly I'm appalled. I thought this community was better than that! If you want to offer opinions they are just that opinions, ultimately parents are the ones who know what's best for their kid. Also if you are trying to show your opinion please keep it civil I mean I wouldn't listen to anyone who's speaking the way some of you are in the comments. Just saying...

Apparently Wayne Goss also recommends these dupes, which are super cheap at $10 for 4 with free Prime shipping: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0092SVTGA/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't have a real Beauty Blender, but I just got these and I love them! They swell up to twice the size when damp, just like the real thing, and "moosh" very nicely against the skin. They're supposed to be a bit denser than the original.

I made a shopping list. Pick one substitute instead of a splurge and you come in under $250. The splurges I picked are well worth the cost, though. Note also that the chocolate bar palette is the only one I listed because it's pretty much the be-all-end-all of palettes for its simultaneous pops of flattering colors and neutrality. I also believe everyone should have a gorgeous red lippie. Enjoy!

Brushes:

• Real Techniques Starter Set - $13.49 on Amazon, normally $17.99
  
• Real Techniques Core Collection - $13.49 on Amazon, normally $17.99
  
  Foundations:
  
  
• Maybelline New York Baby Skin Primer, $5.99 on Amazon
  
• Pond's Luminous Finish BB Cream, $8.95 on Amazon, normally $10.00
  
• Splurge item: Too Faced Cocoa Powder Foundation, $34 at toofaced.com
  
• Strong Substitute: ULTA Mineral Powder Foundation, $14 at ULTA
  
  Face & Contouring:
  
  
• ULTA Baked Bronzer, $10 at ULTA
  
• theBalm Bahama Mama $14 at Amazon
  
• Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush Pink Plum, $5.59 at Amazon
  
• If you don't like cream blush, NYX Powder Blush in Desert Rose, $6 on Amazon
  
• e.l.f. Shimmering Facial Whip LILAC PETAL, $5-6 on Amazon, but I think it's like $3 at Target
  
  Eyes:
  
  
• Splurge item: Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette, $49 at toofaced.com
  
• Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion, $12 sample size at urbandecay.com (the sample size has lasted me forever)
  
• Splurge item: Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, $23 at toofaced.com
  
• Substitute: Rimmel Scandal Eyes Mascara, $6.99 on Amazon
  
• NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil set with Black Bean,Milk, and Yogurt, $13 on Amazon
  
• Splurge item: stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner, $20 on Amazon
  
• Substitute: NYX Felt Tip Liner, $8 on Amazon
  
• NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder, $6 on Amazon
  
  Lippies:
  
  
• Splurge: MAC Russian Red, $16 at MACcosmetics.com
  
• Substitute: Revlon Really Red - I couldn't find this on Amazon reliably, but check drug stores.
  
• Basically any NYX lippie is great to start out and they range from about $4-8. Find one in your fave color at target or ULTA.
  
  
  Edit: Forgot eyebrows. Darn. Still can come under $250 with the right substitutions.

I personally just use a bb cream most of the time. I use this one. It kinda has a dewey finish, but I put a powder over it to make it matte, cause i dont really like the dewey finish myself. I usually dont spend a whole lot of money on anything but eyeshadow, and even then I'll search for a bargain. I've heard good things about these powders, they're what I'm going to try next. If you want more coverage foundation Rimmel also has a matte liquid foundation that I've heard good things about, and if you want to buy a little pricier foundation, I've heard fantastic things about the Kat Von D liquid foundations. I dont really have a lot of opinions on blush, I use the Coastal Scents 10 Blush palette.


Do you wear/want to wear a lot of eye shadow? If so, are you looking for neutral colors, or bright colorful colors?

It's been a while since I've used a brow-wiz/pencil type product! I'm lazy and have pretty good natural brows, thank god. Mostly I just brush through my brows with the L'Oreal brow stylist plumper in light/medium or the Nyx brow mascara in...I'm not sure what color I have in this, exactly. I just know it's a little too dark for me >.< but I like it anyway.

I really like the ashiness (aaaand the price) of the etude house drawing eyebrow in grey brown although the formula is a little hard for my taste. It's hard to get a precise "hair-like" line with this but it's okay for filling in patchy areas.

Oh wait I also have a tarte powder from forever ago that I think I will probably l have until I die; there is so much of it in the pan. I have it in medium brown and it's the perfect color. I just use an angled brush with this one. This might be the closest thing to the benefit brow zings that I can comment on, although it doesn't come with a wax or anything.

I just received my DragonPad 11 piece brush set order today for $11.94 (free shipping with prime). They are sooo soft, on par with more expensive brushes like MAC. The brush denseness is good for the price. The kabuki feels on a little thin, but the rest is adequate. I tried them out on my hand and they worked well! Applied eyeshadows and blended easily. I was also rough with them and no shedding so far. They did arrive with a smell, but I can only smell it when I sniff up close. I think this brush set is well worth the price!

So, personally, I have never used the beauty blender, but I bought these generics and have been really happy with them.

I did look at reviews between the two and I have heard that the beauty blender is more porous than than the generics and that is why it is softer/squishier. This would also mean that it soaks up more foundation and when using a sponge I think the soaking up of foundation is a bit inevitable. I also would not spend $20 on a sponge, it just seems excessive.

My generic sponges have been stained, but I doubt that's of any surprise. I bought one pack and gave the other sponges away to friends and family last year, everyone is still using them and they have not deteriorated.

>So basically, what are the basics of doing beauty makeup?

This is a crazy complicated question, I hope you realize.

If you're a reader, I highly recommend getting a copy of Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual.

She has lists of essential tools as well as step-by-step pics of how to make someone look purty. I'm a huge fan of hers because she has women of color in her book and the techniques work for various faces.

Products Used
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Face

• Mary Kay Timewise moisturizer
  
• Elf Eye Refresh
  
• Covergirl Ready, Set, Gorgeous liquid foundation in Nude Beige 120
  
• Covergirl Ready, Set, Gorgeous powder foundation in Light 115/Pale 120
  
  
• Nars blush in Orgasm
  
  
• Elf Makeup Mist & Set
  
  Eyes
  
  
• Pinks, white, and silver from this pallete that doesn't name their colors...
  
  
• Milani eyeshadow primer 01 Nude
  
  
• Revlon Lash Potion Mascara
  
  
• Avon Super Shock Max mascara
  
  
• Elf liquid eyeliner in black
  
  Brows
  
  
• Maybelline Expertwear (the shade/color/name wore off :-/ )
  
  Lips
  
  
• A custom that I made mix of a couple lipsticks I found on sale at Hot Topic
  

thank you <3

LORD JESUS GIRL DON'T RUB YOUR EYELIDS RAW TRYING TO USE MICELLAR WATER TO GET THIS STUFF OFF! get thee something like jojoba/almond/grapeseed/etc oil, or a cleansing oil! i personally really like the face shop - rice water bright light cleansing oil but simple also makes a cleansing oil. there are lots if great cleansing oils, don't feel constricted to the two i mentioned!

They're used for stippling on foundation. The beauty blender is kinda the brand name for makeup sponges (like sharpie for permanent marker). This is the [sponge] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006840FE8/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1) that I use, it's the PURE beauty blender. Ones similar to what OP posted are like [this] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0092SVTGA/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3RW1WU31M2I07&coliid=IRE5S2HX4O6WI). You can google for some videos, but the company explains [how to use a beauty blender] (http://www.beautyblender.net/sponge.html).

Since I was making several looks one after the other I didn't do much for eyeliner on most of these. A lot of these are simple looks with only 2-3 colors to show some fun bright pairings of colors I think look good together. All the shadows came from:

my inglot summer palette


my disney trios (mostly pressed nyx pearl pigments)


my large Shany eyeshadow palette

let me know if you have any questions or CC :)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003JFBXMM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1485146894&sr=8-1&keywords=conair+mirror+with+light


Love conair! & budget friendly. Look up conair mirror with lights a couple with pop up! :)

I use something like these for my fine facial hair. I can usually find them at Target, CVS, Walgreens, anywhere like that. And just an FYI, more hair doesn't grow when you shave, so shave away! :)

A thinner brush may do the trick. A liquid liner also makes for more even lines. My favorite is actually a Japanese brand, KissMe Heroine Make Eyeliner. The bristles are flat and tapered so that you can make very fine, precise lines. Stila Stay All Day is also very popular on this sub. It has a felt tip applicator.

2 Ottlites and a Conair light up oval mirror.
(The two big windows on either side help too.)

I like the Ottlites because they're a good simulator of daylight, and fold up when you're not using them. And I like the oval mirror because it has x1 magnification on one side and x7 on the other, which was hard to find for a light up mirror.

I've never tried a hair growth serum, but I do have a slight mustache which I've tried several removal methods. I hate waxing and plucking. I used to love the Sally Hansen version of a cream facial hair remover; however, if you have sensitive skin it may not be the best as it can be irritating and even burn if you leave it on too long.

For the past year or so though, I've been using this women's facial hair trimmer. It's pretty cheap and comes with attachments for eyebrow grooming as well. It's completely quick and painless. You do have to use it regularly (every week or two depending on how fast your hair grows) or you can begin to see slight stubble. I usually know when to use it again because my boyfriend makes a mention of my mustache coming back. I've noticed it gets even tiny peach fuzz which might be good for dermaplaning your face if you're into it though I've never tried it myself.

Maybe try out the Sleek Vintage Romance palette. It's got a shade like the one you're looking for (there's a picture of a swatch in the customer photos). I have two Sleek palettes and they're not expensive ($10-$15 on average) and the quality is great!

https://www.amazon.com/Sleek-Makeup-i-Divine-Palette-Vintage/dp/B00F4TUSJ0

I use this brush cleaner, it's relatively cheap and it cleans my brushes the best. You can also Dawn soap, I let them dry for a day. Good luck!

http://www.amazon.com/General-Pencil-Company-Masters-Preserver/dp/B0009RRT9Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382233993&sr=8-2&keywords=the+masters+brush+cleaner

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006U98T08/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AQDY5GD0WP9RT Thanks! I've never even heard of some of those! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

If you're looking for something just as bright, but cheaper, I have this palette and it's really really pigmented for a drugstore brand! I can swatch it later for you if you want. I think you would have to buy off Amazon/similar places because the company can't ship it to the US. Some of the pigments aren't eye-safe according to the FDA, although they are considered safe in Europe--it's the same this with this palette, which is why they don't have "eyeshadow" written anywhere on the box, lol.

I bought this set from Amazon (from other sellers, it's under $10 but shipping takes longer). They're really soft and pretty good quality!

I have this one which is the rainbow palette by Shany and I love it! I've wanted to purchase more but haven't got around to it. I can do some swatches if you would like me too :)

I've been trying to find a new hobby lately and have been amazed by this subreddit and its contributors. I was inspired, so I went and bought some NYX brow cake and took a stab at doing my eyebrows. I kind of feel like I might need a cooler brown color (my hair is mousy/ashy brown).

This is what I bought:
NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder - Brown/Dark Brown http://amzn.com/B002QI2TPI

Constructive criticism definitely welcome because I am clueless!

Edit: Thank you everyone for your critiques. Sounds like I need a trip to the store for some better color and tools.

I have really acne prone skin also and have found that The Face Shop Rice Cleaning Oil works really well for me! I go in and double cleanse afterwards with my CosRX Good Morning Gel cleanser. Another oil cleanser that didn't break me out is The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Oil, this was actually my first cleansing oil I ever used. It works really well but I prefer the first one I mentioned just cause it's a lot cheaper hehe.

To answer your last question, it is definitely something you should worry about. I have tried a couple cleansing oils while still double cleansing after, and was able to tell that some specific cleansing oils were breaking me out.

Links of the cleansing oils I use, if you're interested:

1. The Face Shop Facial Cleanser, Natural Rice Water Light Cleansing Oil Moisturizer for Dry or Oily Skin - 150 mL /5 Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00809ERAM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_udKPAb5WXFCK7)
   
   
2. The Body Shop Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil, 6.7 Ounce (Packaging May Vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DYYKQZS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_9fKPAb5SX1NNC

I use Japanese liquid eyeliners; a lot of them go on smooth and have fine brush tips.
Here's one very popular in Asia that I have been using for two years because I have monolids and my eyeliner tends to smudge at the outer corners but this one doesn't: KissMe Smooth Liquid Eyeliner Plus, it's very similar to the KVD tattoo eyeliner but costs waaay less.
And this is a list of recommended Japanese eyeliners I found online:https://tokyobeautybook.com/2016/09/09/5-of-the-best-japanese-drugstore-liquid-liners/ All of the listed eyeliners sell well in Japan, and my mom uses the Mote eyeliner and she likes it very much.

Edit: formatting

Loreal:

Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara ($7.25, normally $8.52)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001IAINFU/

Infallible Pro Matte Foundation ($9.32, normally $10.97)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PFCTS6U/

True Match Foundation ($6.45, normally $7.59)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001126Y1K/

Pro Last Lipstick ($8.49, normally $9.99 also this stuff is $12.99 at ulta usually I recommend it a lot)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PFCT8HY

I've never used a razor razor, but more of an electronic one. It looks like this one but I bought mine awhile ago so I'm unsure if it's the same

http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-Facial-Trimmer-Pivoting-ES2113PC/dp/B0009DT39C?ie=UTF8&keywords=face%20razor%20electric&qid=1459279989&ref_=sr_1_10_a_it&sr=8-10

it's good at getting the fine hairs without actually rubbing on my face!

I've had decent success with Amazon brushes, and regularly reach for them. I've used and enjoyed these brushes, especially as a beginner set. They're very soft, no shedding, and pretty versatile.

L'Oreal Paris Double Extend Beauty Tubes

When you rinse your mascara off, it looks like your lashes are falling out, but it's just the beauty tubes.

I'm pale too, and these are what I'd recommend:

For dry/normal/combination skin

If you have super oily skin like me

Or you can try both since each are only ~$12!

I have used this acrylic organizer for more than a year and I love it! It's definitely much cheaper than what many organizers of that size are, and I think it's worth the $35.

I was eyeing some Muji drawers, but I opted for 2 of these instead. I like to store my foundations standing up and the open top part of this lets me do that. I have one for lip products and one for foundation/concealer/highlighter/bronzer.

I'll also second the byAlegory lip gloss organizer. I like to store lip gloss upright, too, and they kept flopping over in regular lipstick organizers.

I was at London Drugs (Canada) yesterday just browsing and the saleslady approached me so decided to talk to her. She said they had NYX brow kit. I looked at it and it looked pretty good and price was decent (8.99). Is it comparable to the E.L.F.? I may go back and get it. I read good reviews on MakeupAlley (Drugstore HG).

http://www.amazon.com/NYX-Eyebrow-Cake-Powder-Brown/dp/B002QI2TPI

Ooh, that looks nice! Definitely not my eye shape, though. =/ Mine's pretty much like this. Part of the problem is I'm not sure what I want to do with my eyes - I guess I just want to emphasize them, since I like the color, but I'm not sure how one would go about doing that, and I'd imagine there are lots of different ways!

I actually have a ton of other eyeshadow sets/palettes, but they mostly go unused because I have no idea what to do with them, and I don't want to waste them on my terrible experiments! (Which I know is counterproductive, sigh.) The one I use for playing around is the Shany Bold and Bright palette. I also have a couple of these from ELF in purple and grey/black, but they don't have the greatest pigmentation, and unfortunately I don't think the colors look too great on me. :( About a year ago I ordered Shiro's Hobbit collection, which is so gorgeous, but I've barely used it because I don't want to waste it - and also because I don't think I can handle loose minerals yet, lol. Finally, I just ordered a few palettes from ELF (Studio Prism Eyeshadow in Naked and Sunset, and Studio Baked Eyeshadow in California and Texas), as well as Sleek Makeup's i-Divine Eye Shadow Palette in Vintage Romance, and I'm planning on ordering Coastal Scents' Revealed Palette... so I really need to get my shit together before these all arrive.

So basically I think I gravitate towards browns/bronzes, which do go well with my eyes, but I would love to get some golds, pinks, and blues (preferably of the turquoise variety) in there. I'll check out some of the color combos on the Makeup Geek website!

I've been using this for 6 months and it's absolutely amazing. I'm fairly pale though so take that into consideration. I'd say it's definitely worth a shot and the price is unbeatable.

I clean all my brushes and my BB knock off daily. Otherwise I break out something awful. I use this stuff and it's magic. I had a lip brush that had been stained from a magenta lippie for years. It came clean the first time I washed it with that.

I haven't had a problem with mold, but I haven't had mine for very long. I think sanitizing it occasionally with alcohol like /u/SecretCitizen40 says is a good idea.

They have one just like this one on Amazon :)
Acrylic Makeup Organizer Cube | 6 Drawers Storage Box For Vanity Tables | By N2 Makeup Co https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WJ1IFWI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_2PkLwbJ7BKJ89
It's eligible for prime if you have that.
I personally have this one from Amazon.
Acrylic Cosmetic Organizer with 3 Drawers, Removable Dividers and Top Shelf by D'Eco https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EKQLX6U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_CSkLwbNFGVEDC
It's smaller but a lot less expensive. It's really nice and the dividers are remove-able.

I clean my BB after each use with a solid paintbrush cleaner. It comes in two sizes, (small and large), and you can generally find it at any arts and crafts store. It's MUCH cheaper than the BB brand cleanser. I believe other folks will use solid soaps like Dr. Bronner's.

Should I buy the coastal scents 120 palette or the sleek V1 pallete? (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008B60N84/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2VJ5ISFGB5TF7)


Also what do you guys think of other coastal scents palettes like warm?
And what about their brushes?


Edit: Also, has anyone tried the new Color Tattoo Leather 24 hr? What do you think ?

And what are your favorite makeupgeek eyeshadows?

Yes! I have these amazon brushes and they are amazing. Way softer than my sonia kashuk ones and the blush brush is about as soft as my ecotools one if not softer. I seriously recommend them.

Amazon!!

I've ordered three palettes through Lucky Girl (was RM Cosmetics until a few months ago) and I will not hesitate to order again.

Messy link here: http://www.amazon.com/Sleek-i-Divine-Mattes-Palette-Mineral/dp/B008B60N84/ref=sr_1_1?m=A2VJ5ISFGB5TF7&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1404945495&sr=1-1

-if someone wants to tell me the neat way to link, I'm all ears :-)

I got the basic 6 brush set last year to use as my first proper make up brushes.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ecotools-Bamboo-Piece-Brush-Set/dp/B003ZX32ZO
Even though I now have a silly amount of brushes I still use these almost every day, really good quality for the price. I use the angked liner brush for my eyebrows and it's perfect. The only one I don't use is the foam sponge one cause I have no idea what I'm supposed to do with it ha.

This is what I use. It's really easy--just wet your brushes in warm water and swish it around. Takes about a minute to work all the stuff out, though expect to spend a few minutes on sponges. Doesn't harm bristles and smells amazing!

Etude House makes a grey one and a straight up grey brown one that fits those guidelines. Grey brown and dark grey. I have the dark grey and I love it.

this is a great dupe and a lot cheaper. Someone on one of these threads recommended it to me, so paying it forward :)

I got it off amazon, 22 pieces for 16.80 including shipping! They are super soft and I tugged on them and didn't lose any bristles.
Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006U98T08/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So first thing: you definitely shouldn't feel gross about having a lady 'stash OR asking about how to deal with it. A LOT of the lovely ladies here deal with facial hair in varying degrees.
Second thing: Being one of those ladies, I use a similar razor to this one, and it works well. Not a long lasting solution, but it's not at all irritating.

Not an eyeliner but have your tried looking at asian brow pencils?

Etude makes one similar in shape to the brow definer.
It's $4 on amazon. Works very will with cool toned brown brows.

Etude House Drawing Eye Brow #2 grey brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00819JPMG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_eF.Myb2TJ3TBT

I use the fourth brush from the left in this set for my all-over base shadow and light brown crease because it's nice and fluffy. I use this brush for the darker brown in my crease because it's denser and more precise. If it feels too harsh, I'll go back with a light brown color on my fluffy brush to blend it out. And this has been my go to for packing eyeshadow on the lid. It's small enough for my lid and does a great job.

I use a cheapo face razor, like this. They're cheaper in $ stores and beauty shops usually though. No stubble!

I use The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Oil to remove makeup, then I follow with Bioderma Micellar water to make sure everything's off.

I got the generic ones from amazon. There's like, 4 in the pack for...$10? I think. Don't need to buy the expensive ones!


[EDIT] These ones! http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0092SVTGA/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1394085391&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

I shave but I use these ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000EVELR8?pc_redir=1406197182&robot_redir=1) instead of an actual razor. They can be bought pretty much anywhere, even dollar stores often have them. I've never cut myself with them and never felt like I was going to.

Eastern asian here, in your exact situation! I have this grey-brown eyebrow pencil by Etude House that's literally the perfect color for my brows. Maybe it's something you could try?

Updated desk items:
Box to the left:
Muji 5 Drawer Acrylic Case would not really recommend... I can only fit my lipsticks and some blushes into this.
Ontop of box Makeup Brush Holder from Amazon also a cotton ball/QTip holder from Amazon
Box to the right: Awesome acrylic box (that I have now filled up and need a new one of) from Amazon again!

Both Mirrors are from Bed Bath & Beyond... Left i'm not sure but right is the Simple Human Mirror which is INCREDIBLE.

The Face Shop's Rice Water Cleansing Oil

It's cheap from Amazon (and though it's not prime from the seller that is linked, it doesn't take too long for shipping) and it feels really nice.

http://www.amazon.com/Conair-Double-Sided-Lighted-Makeup-Polished/dp/B003JFBXMM I like this one a lot! I warn you, though, you're going to get really into cleaning up your eyebrows when you get that 7x magnification. My boyfriend and I both did!

roseroseshop, eopenmarket, and Amazon have it :) It was my HG BB cream for a while but I suspected it was breaking me out so I stopped using it (and I think it was the culprit) so make sure you patch test :)

it's a scary thought, I slice myself up pretty good on my legs I can't even imagine getting it near my eyes!. Anyway they look like this (though I'm sure they come in an even smaller size), they seem to be a big thing in Asia but here they're sold as a bikini touch up razor thing?

I'm guessing it is this set off Amazon. I've also heard good things about the ELF studio set.

I just bought this at the recommendation of someone here. That will save my hands!

Someone just raved about Nyx's eyebrow cake powder :) I ordered mine and it hasn't arrived yet but I got it off of Amazon for only $6. They have a wide range of colors. I'd say you're maybe a brunette or a dark brown/brown? Linksy

I tend to avoid eye makeup when I have lash extensions. But if I do use eyeliner, I buy an eyeliner that can be removed with hot/warm water. This is the one I've used previously: https://www.amazon.com/KissMe-Smooth-Liquid-Eyeliner-Black/dp/B005F751WK/ref=pd_sim_194_6?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B005F751WK&pd_rd_r=Y4007VTBW8HW57CTTM2X&pd_rd_w=QRayT&pd_rd_wg=Cm0Ez&psc=1&refRID=Y4007VTBW8HW57CTTM2X

I've never heard of microbrushes! But I'm assuming the large size is best in order to mimic the same effect as a q-tip more or less

I have this and I think it's a great value. I also have one muji drawer but I have since started using it for my jewelry.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EKQLX6U/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I used Shany Pallet from amazon and I used E210

and thank you so much :)

I'll never be able to sit at a large desk with a beautiful mirror at the end of it either.

My setup is on my desk and I plug in a light up mirror that I can have an inch away from my face. I also bought a cheap makeup organizer on amazon to have enough room on my desk.

If you're having trouble seeing and want to put your makeup on at a table, invest in a small light up mirror that you can pull towards you. I got this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003JFBXMM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_s_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1487103564&sr=1-1

Thanks! And I just realized when I read ecotool that I actually have ecotool brushes not RT. I have this set and this set


I'm guessing the one you use is this brush (says for bronzer) or [this brush] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9BUU73/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TqNuzbWE8SCZF). Do either look familiar?

seconding /r/asianbeauty which will have both skincare tips and a variety of primers / finishes you might not have have been aware of before. For example, I just got the Aritaum Pore Master Sebum Control Primer which has turned out to be a super affordable dupe for Benefit's Porefessional, which means I don't feel guilty using it over larger areas of larger pores.

Another thing to remember is that youtube isn't real life - even if it isn't as commercially shot as makeup ads many youtubers are using ring lights and filters to enhance what's showing up on film.

L'Oreal Paris Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara? http://www.amazon.com/LOreal-Paris-Double-Extend-Mascara/dp/B001IAINFU

I can't seem to find the waterproof version, but I've used this before and they come out just as you described in the shower.

Sleek i-Divine Ultra Mattes

I actually like the colors of this palette better than UD Electric, and its only 12 dollars.

I just got [this] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001C6H6F8/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) Shany Palette. I am very happy with it. I haven't tried every color yet but those that I have used are very pigmented. I used them over UD Primer Potion and they lasted all day.

I'm blond with almost no lashes so L'Oreal Paris Double Extend is my go to drug store mascara, none of the high-end brands has ever match up to it! It never smears, and it only comes off with hot water, so you can even swim with it! Makes me look like I actually have lashes! Yay.....

IMO the Beauty Blender is overhyped. The texture/shape is different from a normal sponge, but you can get much cheaper versions that many reviewers say are exactly the same.

Bobbi Brown's Makeup Manual was perfect when I was beginning. I still pick it up once and awhile for tips and refreshers. I know there's an online copy floating around on reddit, but I don't have the link.

I've heard that tubing mascara is great for sensitive eyes. They're far from waterproof though (which is harsher on your eyes anyways). Here's the one I'm eyeing right now if you want to try a cheap one before investing in something more expensive. https://smile.amazon.com/LOreal-Paris-Double-Mascara-0-17-Fluid/dp/B001IAINFU/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1478094697&sr=8-1&keywords=tubing%2Bmascara&th=1

I found them on amazon. Here's a link.

The Korean dupe for the porefessional is the Aritaum Pore Master Sebum Control Primer, which is the EXACT same as the porefessional but cheaper. I bought mine at a kbeauty store for around 5$ but it's on amazon!

I second this. I also just bought a dupe of it for $6 [on amazon](Aritaum Pore Master Sebum Control Primer, 0.9 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X3PQ6IY?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf) & I honestly can't tell a difference

Here's the link to the drawers: Acrylic Cosmetic Organizer with 3 Drawers, Removable Dividers and Top Shelf by D'Eco https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EKQLX6U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_vB9CwbW47B773

I wanted deep drawers but there are smaller acrylic organizers for slightly cheaper or you can just spend an extra 30 Ish dollars and get Alex drawers

I just bought the Aritaum Pore Master Primer ($12 on Amazon) and it seems to be a good dupe for the Pore Fessional.

I'm Italian so I've tried about every product to remove the fuzz and [this] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009DT39C/) electric facial trimmer is the best! No irritation whatsoever and it pivots around curves. Remington also makes one that you can pick up at Target/Walmart but it's not as good and doesn't pivot so I recommend you pick up the Panasonic one from Amazon.

I bought this one. Decent quality for the low price. The two kabuki brushes are my favorites for achieving an airbrushed finish (I prefer it to a BB, but that's just me).

Make Up book for a beginner: [Bobbi Brown Make Up Manual] (http://www.amazon.com/Bobbi-Brown-Makeup-Manual-Everyone/dp/0446581356) - this books covers everything and is very practical.

What type of products does she currently use?

Some resources for you:

• Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual: For Everyone from Beginner to Pro
  
• Product reviews - read before you buy
  
• Pixiwoo makeup tutorials
  
• Lisa Eldridge makeup tutorials
  
• RelookTV makeup tutorial videos

I meant to add a link to a similar product http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009DT39C?cache=6fdb91f34961ee398a56983cb6a845b3&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1410155221&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

I use this electric shaver

https://www.amazon.com/General-Pencil-Company-Masters-Preserver/dp/B0009RRT9Y/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1474523589&sr=8-8&keywords=paint+cleaner

THISTHISTHIS

Something along the line of these. I'm not particularly picky about a brand. I usually just buy what's cheapest in store/online.

http://www.amazon.com/GABRIELLA-Womens-Eyebrows-Facial-Quantity/dp/B000EVELR8

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006U98T08/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Saw someone post these last week, and I had to buy them.

I think these might be the same ones: http://www.amazon.com/beauty/dp/B006U98T08

The Face Shop Rice Water Cleansing Oil.

There is tons of info on oils in the skincare subreddit, but I think any oil would do. Personally, I use this and love it: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00809ERAM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

I use this Etude House eyebrow pencil daily and it lasts me around 6 months. The thing just never dies!

It was this set.

They work so well!

This one is better!!

Aritaum Pore Master Sebum Control Primer, 0.9 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X3PQ6IY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_YjeMBb2TH3DKG

if you are having trouble with the mascara sliding off, try some tubing mascaras! i used to have horrible raccoon eyes, waterproof mascara or not. i read somewhere on here try a tubing mascara over your normal. actually works, no more raccoon eyes! i use l'oreal beauty tubes.

http://www.amazon.com/LOreal-Paris-Double-Extend-Mascara/dp/B001IAINFU