Makeup Questions

[Kristin27]

I'd go to a Napoleon store or counter at David Jones if you live near one? They are really good, just tell them you just want an 'everyday' look. i really like their products and the staff are usually really helpful. MAC counter are good for make up help too.

[sneakysparkle]

I just bought an Avon mineral foundation and LOVE it!
Do you have any friends that you know always look well made-up? Sometimes its nice to get advice from someone who isnt trying to sell you something

[Aimz]

I had my first makeup lesson when I was 13 - Mum took me to the Body Shop and they offered lessons. Not sure if they still do but it's worth a try?

It was just a half hour lesson where she would put some on my face, showing me how and then I did the rest.

[S'rose]

I live with my mineral powder as foundation daily - you can make it as light or heavy as you want just with practice and how much is on the brush. L'oreal used to be the only one with spf - though that may have changed now
I stick with cream eyeliner with a brush - Jane Iredale and for me its fool proof - its the only one that doesn't slide off on me.
I always wipe my mascara brush on a tissue first so I don't get heavy coats with globs.
I use lip gloss - L'oreal 6hr is actually pretty good. Or Mac lipstick which I also find lasts, and isn't drying or yuk tasting.
Oh and Mac Blotting powder over anything on face to stop shine and sets make up so it lasts better.

What else - lol...
As someone shocking with make up - I spend more on the brushes!! With the right brush its actually a lot harder to stuff things up.
Oh and a foundation primer is useful when you are skin conscious and using foundations. My skin has open pores and I find the result is much more even. But I only ever use it for functions etc... not every day, mainly because I'm lazy and just use mineral ones which are great for evening tones but not all over coverage like a foundation.
HTH.

[Aimz]

Another tip is to get yourself a really good concealer...

Lancome Photogenic is my favourite but there are plenty out there.

Concealers work really well with mineral makeup as you dab it on your problem areas first and then brush on your mineral makeup. You still get that "full coverage" look without clogging up your whole face with a heavy foundation.

[SareBear]

The last time I was in the body shop the lady there gave me a mini makeover card so I could go back when I had more time. They give you a 10 minute make over with the mineral make up to show you what colours suit you. If you go past a body shop, just pop in and ask them, they are usually very helpful.

Good luck!