What common makeup techniques DON'T you use?

[SassyAuburn]

I'm reading all of these thinking "Yeah, do that... yeah do that too... yup, do that now..... oh, always done that." Geesh, no wonder I own so much makeup!!

I guess the only thing I don't really do anymore (I used to do it a lot!) is wear lipliner. I have VERY full lips and they do look good when I take the time to line, fill and gloss, but even though that is the one thing I can't do without, I rarely do more than one step with my lips anymore. I guess that's why I love Maybelline's new 24 Hour Lipcolor. I just swipe it on FIRST (it needs time to dry), do the rest of my makeup, and I'm done with lips. If I need a gloss touch up during the day, I keep a warm and cool shade with me in my purse all the time.

Other than that... I do it all. No wonder it takes me 30-40 min to do my face!

 

[zadidoll]

I don't stipple on my foundation or use a foundation brush (often). I use my fingers and sponges to apply my foundation and to smooth it out followed with a kabuki brush to blend out any harsh edges before applying powder.

 

[divadoll]

business cards work too.  get them at your bank /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Originally Posted by Bonnie Krupa /img/forum/go_quote.gif



Have you ever tried a mascara shield?  I got one off ebay for like 1.50-2 free shipping. 
 

 

[greeneyedlady]

^ me too! I was thinking the same thing.

-I never put on foundation first

-I rarely line my lips

-I don't wear gloss that often

-I don't mind bold eyes AND lips at the same time

What a fun thread!

 

[GirlyEnthusiast]

Ya know I've thought about getting that sheild thing.. but then I realized every morning I apply my makeup while sitting in bed and holding a hand-held mirror lol, so I never bothered. Might try out the business card idea for fun though.
 

Originally Posted by divadoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif

business cards work too.  get them at your bank /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Bonnie Krupa]

Originally Posted by divadoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif


business cards work too.  get them at your bank /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Yeah I did that at first but after the mascara had caked the card and made it all weird I was too lazy to make another one :X lol

 

[janetgriselle]

Originally Posted by SarraSanborn /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I'm trying to try everything once since I just started putting on makeup (besides mascara and thin liner/ foundation to cover blemishes) this past month..

But I guess I don't curl my lashes - I don't notice a difference my lashes curl pretty well with my mascara.

I don't use translucent powder -- I have powder foundation that I set my skin with after liquid instead.

I don't usually wear lip color at all - just balm or gloss.

I can't for the life of me get fake lashes on straight.

I haven't used my bronzer yet.

I don't own a blush because I'm rosy cheeked all the time..

I don't know girls there's a lot. And a lot I need to try still!

I don't curl my lashes either, but in my case I'm just afraid of the eyelash curler haha

 

[kayleigh83]

I also don't use brushes for applying foundation, I just use a sponge. Sometimes I will go over it after with a dense powder brush without any product on it and just swirl it sround to buff, but seriously only for about 5 seconds across my whole face so I don't think I need a seperate brush for it. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[zadidoll]

You can make your own mascara shield as mentioned with a business card. Simply cut out a shape so it fits to your face. Cheap (being free) and easy!

 

[angels41105]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I don't stipple on my foundation or use a foundation brush (often). I use my fingers and sponges to apply my foundation and to smooth it out followed with a kabuki brush to blend out any harsh edges before applying powder.

I have never used a brush for liquid foundation. I have considered a stippling brush. I typically use my fingers and almost have no problem blending out

I use a small brush for  concealer and under my eyes. And I use a brush for my powder ( think most people do ).

Also when I need it , I use my revlon color stay all over my face and then set it with mineral foundation. I havent mastered the difference between mineral foundation and setting powders.

 

[Just@rcy]

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Originally Posted by AmyNxDx /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I don't curl my lashes... mainly because they don't curl anyways... so it's pointless!
I have cow lashes. Very difficult to curl and stay put BUT for many many years I have mastered the spoon curling tecnique. I heat the spoon, curl my lashes and then heat my eye lash curler for the final curling. I then apply one coat of Zanzuzi or Max Factor's Calorie 2000 waterproof (both) and I apply a second and a third coat (when necesary) with a normal mascara. The results are AMAZING! People who think they have no lashes and I try this on them, end up speechless.
 

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif

You can make your own mascara shield as mentioned with a business card. Simply cut out a shape so it fits to your face. Cheap (being free) and easy!

Never heard of this ... I LOVE the idea!!! gotta try it.

Something I never do is apply bronzer or shimmery blush. I feel as if it doesn't suit me. I also rarely contour unless going to a special event.

 

[Bonnie Krupa]

Yeah, just cut out an arc where your eye would go...... I wasn't a fan

 

[Rocket]

I only use one color foundation on my face. All growing up ( and even now) ,I've been told that since AA females have two toned skin that we should wear two different shades. A lighter shade for the inner face and one for the outer face and neck. Foundation is kinda pricey considering I have limited funds. Plus, I really don't see the difference.

Also, lining my waterline always causes my eyes to run and turn red so I don't do it.

 

[magosienne]

I don't line my waterline, it doesn't stay on it and it makes me cry, smudging all my pretty makeup.

I rarely use lipcolor, lipbalm is fine.

I don't mind dark eyes and dark lips, i actually think it brings more balance to the skin. Siouxsie Sioux always wear dark eyes and bold red lips, and she looks gorgeous.

 

[Pamella]

You're the first person I've ever "heard" mention Siouxsie.  Love her!!!!
 

Originally Posted by magosienne /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I don't line my waterline, it doesn't stay on it and it makes me cry, smudging all my pretty makeup.

I rarely use lipcolor, lipbalm is fine.

I don't mind dark eyes and dark lips, i actually think it brings more balance to the skin. Siouxsie Sioux always wear dark eyes and bold red lips, and she looks gorgeous.

 

[sammiebz]

Oh another one is I dont use the right brushes for its functions... LOL Like my small concealer brush i use as applying the first step to my eyeshadows lol

 

[Bonnie Krupa]

I use random brushes too.  Whatever gets the job done imo

 

[Just@rcy]

I use the small concealer brush to actually apply the white/silver/gold shimmer shadow on my tear duct jijiji

 

[KitaRei]

Originally Posted by kayleigh83 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

For myself, I neeever ever put dark liner in my waterline. 

Neither do I!  

I also don't generally use lip liner, and I always forget to curl my lashes.

 

[Maris Crane]

I rarely wear undereye concealer. I have a couple I like for nights out or bad mornings, but most of the time, a little Touche Eclat is enough for me. I love false lashes, but I don't wear full strips. Even my HG cheapy full strip ones (QUO#803s) I cut down to 3/4 length; but I'd rather wear the Ardell #305 or #301s. I don't mind slightly clumpy lashes, And I prefer Blackest Black mascaras to regular Black, or the dreaded Black-Brown that is supposed to favour fair skinned/haired ladies. It might be a faux pas, but most days, my eye makeup consists of Lemon Aid, Touche Eclat, MUFE AquaEyes #23L in the waterline, tightline and mascara. I feel like I need that carbon black look.