Ask Temptalia Session #004
Sunday, June 29th, 2008
This is your chance to ask any questions you may have that you want me to answer! I will try to answer whatever you may ask, and if I don’t have an answer, I’ll at least do my best to point you in the right direction. I’d love to answer your beauty-related questions, but I will take non-beauty questions, too. As always, if you have a question you’d like to ask that’s private, just drop me an email!
So, not sure whether you should get Rollickin’ paint pot when you already have Aquadisiac eyeshadow? Need to know where to buy a product? Ask anything, and ask away! (And feel free to chime in with answers to other readers’ questions–the more the merrier!)
(I will periodically do posts like these where I will take as many questions as I get to answer.)
Hi Christine!! I was just wondering whats a really good cleanser that takes off your makeup (foundation/sunscreen) and cleansees your face completely without being too drying. My skin type is normal/dry. It's been really hard to find a good cleanser because every sales lady that I go to keeps saying that you need a "Makeup removal" and tissue off your foundation/sunscreen and then a different cleanser to clean your face. This can get pretty expensive!! I just bought Olay - moisture balancing foaming wash for all skin types and its just "Okay". Please let me know if you can think of something :P THANKS!!!!!!!!!
I like Renee Rouleau's AHA/BHA cleanser, but I also like Philosophy's Shine Control Scrub! I usually follow up with toner, which helps remove any leftover makeup!
Hey Christine! - a while back you mentioned a new skincare/acne line called Skin ID. It seems like a seemingly promising line and I wanted to know if you or anyone else has tried it before I shell out my money. Thanks a bunch!
I haven't tried it yet, unfortunately! I was hoping to :(
Hello Christine, Yesterday, I join a makeup class with mac, it was a great fun as always. Still, I'd like to know more but can't find it anywhere about the eyeshadow descriptions like...satin, veluxe, veluxe pearl, frost.. They look similar to me esp. the frost, veluxe, veluxe pearl or even the lustre. For example (from what I have) Patina (frost) and expensive pink (veluxe pear)...they look the same for me..just shimmering. Thank you
Hi SRN, This is what MAC says about their finishes... FROST An iridescent shine that adds a highlight to any colour. LUSTRE Smoothly pearlized; intensely frosted with deluxe ultra-fine "conditioned" finish. MATTE Hi-colour pay-off in a no-shine matte finish. MATTE2 Intense, opaque matte finish with exceptionally rich colour payoff. SATIN Pure colour in a satin-style finish. Provides a soft subtle non-frost, light-refractive sheen. VELUXE Superfine pigment rich and very luxe. Supple to apply. Provides silky smooth matte finish. VELUXE PEARL Vibrantly-toned. Velvety soft. Shimmeringly metallic. Veluxe eye shadow, now overlaid with high-shine pearl. VELVET Soft look finish with high-colour intensity. Has a plush velvety look and feel.
Thank you Christine. You safe my day...(sound like Powerpuff girl, don't you think...they safe the day of Townsville)
Hi Christine! What is your process for cleaning your brushes and how often do you do it? Do you have any other tips on that? Thanks!
Hi Rae, I use baby shampoo, and I'll put a quarter-sized drop in my hand, then dampen a few eye brushes or one face/powder brush (basically, if it's a small brush, then I clean 2-3 at once, if it's a big brush, then one alone), and swirl the brush(es) in my hand. I rinse until they run clear. I try to do it once a week, but it'll depend on how often I do makeup. If I only do makeup once that week, then I don't bother.
hi! I was fortunate enough to be at the cco and i found the 182 couture kabuki brush, i also picked up the mac 134 but im wondering if i should return the mac 134 for another 182. what I am looking for is a good setting brush for my loose powder (over my foundation) but i have found that I have a problem because after i use the foundation/concealer on my blemishes, i tend to want to use a loose powder over it but it always ends up moving the makeup where I just concealed! Which would you recommend for this loose powder application? the 134 or the 182! let me know! Thanks!
Hi Amanda, The 134 is probably better for loose powder, though the 182 will get the job done! I've used either!
Hi Christine. Not too sure if this entry only entertains MAC-related questions. Anyway I just want to hear your opinion about NYX cosmetics.
Hi Nana, NYX is a great--one of the better--drugstore brands!
I normally only have time to visit a MAC counter, since the closest freestanding store is 20-25 minutes away where as the counter is 5. My question is for Back 2 Mac at counters can you get a free slimshine or is it just regular lipstick?
Hi Kirsten, You can get a free lipstick, lipgloss, or eyeshadow, I believe. I'm not positive, but the BEST thing to do is call your counter and ask :) I know others have gotten slimshines in the past.
That would be great, but I was told that only freestanding stores gave a lipstick gloss or shadow, and counters were lipstick only. Doesnt really make sense to me but i'll take your advice and call
I know that some counters have been changing that policy (because this is going to be the standard B2M procedure).
Hi Christine! I'm a long-time fan of yours; you've kinda taught me everything I need to know about MAC. :) I was wondering if you might be able to do an audience-informed set of tutorials on the best looks to make different eye colors pop (brown, green, blue, Rihanna-hazel, Liz Taylor--violet, etc.) :) You are so lucky you have brown eyes, all the colors look beautiful on you...but if I use something like blue on my eyes, it washes out my blue eye color. I've had some MAC folks comment that I should go opposite on the color wheel, and while orange looks fantastic w/my baby blues, I can't wear it EVERY day! I'd love to see what you and your readers would recommend for all the eye colors (mine is blue). Sincerely, Kate
Hi KatoAto, Thank you for the suggestion! I will definitely put it down on my list :)
Christine, I saw these at sephora.com and I was wondering if you have ever tried them. Personally, I don't think they look like they work. I was just curious. Thanks for everything. I love your site so much. http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml;jsessionid=3PV2RUPBWQIT2CV0KQHRXCQ?id=P216905&categoryId=RPYMAL&navAction=jump
Hi Kellie, I've seen them, but haven't tried them. They seem a little silly to me, IMO. Maybe for Halloween or something similar, but yeah.
Dear Christine! i always wanted to ask You this: how You have so much energy and time for allllllllllllll the things You do? You do everything so well,You have a plan for each day? maybe You write down what You need to do that day? i mean You have this wonderful blog,go to school and summer school,You teach how to play piano to Your bf's sibling,You have Mellan,You have a serious long relationship. How can You organize all this? still You have the energy and time to answer our questions on the blog. How You manage to do all this so well?
Hi Zsofi! I am very schedule-y. I like to have to do lists and think about what I need to get done. I do live with my boyfriend, so that helps with the relationship part :) If I enjoy what I need to get done, I always have no problems getting it finished!
Hi, I don't know if this is the correct area to post this or not, but there is a seller on Ebay using your photos to sell MAC. The seller's name is: tinamc57. Just thought I would let you know. Keep up the wonderful work!
Thanks for letting me know, Megan!
Oh and also is Da Bling similar to Trophy Pink from the Royal Assets Cool Eyes? Cause I wanted both, but didn't want to get Da Bling if it was too similar.
It's not, IMO! Trophy Pink is a frosty cool pink!
What is the name of the palette that has Gorgeous Gold, Tease N Teal and Cinders? I really want it, but can't remember the name to look it up on EBay.
Oh gosh, I don't know the name... I know it was part of the Holiday Palettes out in 2006, I believe. Ornamental collection?
Question: When I use mascara, my eyelashes tend to dry out. I've tried different brands and it's still an issue. What products should I use instead? Question 2: I am a strawberry blonde and thus have very pale skin. What kind of makeup looks would work for me? Also, how can I get an artificial tan with drugstore brands without it looking fake? Thanks so much and I love your site! Its amazing and you are so talented with makeup!
You may want to look into a lash moisturization product - even something like jojoba oil could help them out. You can try self-tanners that are gradual, because then you can build up the color on a daily basis, and you won't have to worry about it fading really! As far as colors go, you can try greens and blues, they should work well for you!
Ok, so I love smokey eye looks...but when I use black colours, it looks kind of harsh on me...like I'm caked in makeup. How can I make it flatter me more?
What about doing a gray smokey eye instead? You don't have to go black to do a smokey look. You could go lighter on the black, or maybe revv up the liner rather than go for too much black shadow. Also, are you keeping your cheeks and lips pretty subdued? Black smokey eyes are naturally "more makeup" than less makeup, though!
Thanks - I just purchased a charcoaly gray colored shadow & it's much more flattering than pure black. & yes, the cheeks/lips are pretty subdued :) Thanks for your advice!
I absolutely love Shimmermoss e/s, but I don't wear it that often because I have a hard time finding the right color combos. I saw on the MAC website that it is often paired with Goldmine and Beautiful Iris. How would you create a look using those three shades? Also any opinion on Urban Decay pigments? Thanks!
I would do Goldmine on the inner lid, Beautiful Iris on the middle of lid, and Shimmermoss on the outer lid/crease... Pretty straight forward :D I've tried their loose pigments and they have great color pay off and go on smoothly. I haven't used them in an actual look, though.
can u tell me wat collections are coming out on july 10...plz i need to know =]
Electroflash, Sonic Chic, & New View
Do you know if MAC pigments used to come with Black labels on the back?
I've never seen that, Melissa. Our forums has a GREAT Counterfeit MAC section, and you could ask this question there!
What about Lancome High Definicils mascara?
oh and i forgot to ask something else. i've heard that mac foundations & concealers cause acne. have you ever had a problem with them like that?
It depends on the person. Studio Fix Powder caused me some mild acne, but Studio Fix Fluid doesn't.
I wasn't blown away by any of Lancome's mascaras - I think I tried at least 3-4. I want to say there's a review here on the site for High Definicils!
Moisturelush as foundation?? ha I crack myself up! Ever since my son was born 4 months ago my brain has turned to mush! I ment moistureBLEND lol. Thanks for the tip tho...I will try studio fix liquid :)
lol! Got it :) Yes, Moistureblend is a pretty heavy foundation, so just about anything else will be nice for the summer!
How do you make lipgloss or lipstick last? I see in all of your looks the lips are always so luscious and well done! Do you use a lipbrush or do u apply the lipstick and lipglass straight?
If you really want it to last, you have to do this: Line and fill in lips with a lip liner Dust loose powder over lips Apply lipstick with lip brush Dust loose powder over lips Apply lipstick with lip brush Apply lipgloss I don't do that at all, I just apply lipstick then gloss on top. Mine usually last 3-6 hours, depending what I do.
Have you ever tried pure luxe pigments? Are they any good?
I haven't tried them personally!
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