Ask Temptalia Session #015
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
Got a question? ASK IT!
Go ahead! Ask your questions–now’s the time to get product recommendations, comparisons, or just to find out how old my dog is. You can ask whatever your heart desires–beauty or otherwise–and I’ll do my best to answer!
I’ll be keeping an eye out on this post so I can answer questions quickly! Feel free to chime in with your answer to someone else’s question, too! The more the merrier! And yes, you can ALWAYS ask a question, on this post or another post, regardless of the timing. There is no such thing as an old post! 
Hi Christine! I was just wondering if I use a cream blush would I put it on after foundation & powder? I've never use a cream blush before. Thanks!
After foundation, but before powder :)
Where do you buy your storage bins for your bathroom? They're fairly tall and black. I have looked numerous places for something similar, but have been unsuccessful. Please let me know, thank you Christine! :)
This one? Advantus Corporation Cropper Hopper Home Center Rolling Cart, 10 Drawer Smoke
YES! I saw it in your youtube video of your makeup collection, and I immediately thought how perfect it was. I've tried looking at places like the container store, but they didn't have anything remotely close. Thank you so much!! :)
No problem! :) I got mine thru Amazon (because I'm a Prime member, so free shipping!).
Hi Christine! Have you tried red violet (macpro)? I swatched it the other day and i loved the colour but i didnt buy it because the texture felt a little chalky plus what colours would you pair with this eyeshadow? Another question is about vibrant grape. Would you pair it with pinks and what pinks would you use? Thank you so much!!! :)
I have, but I don't love it, TBH. It's a bit chalky and not very pigmented. I'd try it with coppers, reds, oranges. I like Vibrant Grape more, though. I'd pair it pinks, sure - I'd probably go for pale pinks like Pink Venus!
Hi there! Sorry these are late questions... a) What pre-foundation facial moisturizer would you suggest? Are there specific creams you can use before you apply foundation or can you use any cream? I have normal skin and am not fussy about brand. b) Not sure if you familiar with Smashbox's eyelights trio e/s palettes but am hoping you are :) In the Flash palette there is this beautiful pinky-rose-burgundy shade (the middle shade) that I simply must find as a single shadow. Smashbox only sells it in the trio but I don't need the other two colours since I still have them and have hit the pan in only the pinky one. Do you know of any dupes or how I can find it as a single??? c) you rock!!! thanks so much for your hard work on this site. it's my daily read :)
Hi Cherie, IMO, you can use any that work with your skin... I'd say you need something that's light to medium in thickness (so lotions and moisturizers -- creams may be too heavy). I like Kate Somerville's Oil-Free Moisturizer a lot! Try Sketch! Thanks so much!
Thank you!
Would you swatch Maybelline Color Sensational's pinks, please?
I'll try!
haaay, Id like to ask you if you know a substitute for MAC in Peachstock since it isnt available anymore and what colour MAC lipgloss would go awesome on MAC freckletone l/s? Thanks in advance^^
I think Peachstock is a PRO color. I'd probably try Ravishing maybe... Try Nymphette!
Hi Christine! I recently got Strike a Pose and wondered if you could suggest some Mac shadres it would go nicely with and placement of shades? I've worn it on the lid with some Plumage on the crease but looking for some more inspiration. I know there are probably tonnes of colours it will go with but finding it a little hard to create some new looks. Thanks!
I'd say... in order of lid, lid, crease... Juxt, Shimmermoss, Strike a Pose Goldmine, Humid, Strike a Pose Patina, Strike a Pose
Thanks so much for the suggestions, Christine :o) . I have most of these colours and dupes for the others, so looking forward to trying these colour combinations.
No problem, Saira!
Hi Christine! Ok I really need help and I keep asking sooo many people and nothing is working! My skin is becoming a mess around my eyes and it's starting to get to me! Round my eyes is really bad at the moment, it is like dry, itchy, old lady skin, which means I can't wear eye make up and when i do it smugdes from all the itchyness and the skin just absorbs the colour so it looks like I've been crying!! It's all due to me trying a new cleanser at the weekend to take off my eye make up. I am allergic to wipes of any kind and I have tried make up remover and cleanser from Clearasil, Oxy, Neutrogena, Simple, No 7 & Clinique!! I've also used a little bit of soap with warm water and that was just as bad! Have you got any idea what I can use? It's not so bad with normal make up but it's horrendous when I wear water proof! I keep trying different brands and each time the product is getting more and more expensive! Do you think it would be a good idea for me to go to speak with the SA at Clarins? Sorry thats a bit of a ramble but I want it to clear up soon, I want to try make up styles before a class reunion on Saturday and my Dr can only give me a moisturiser which obv doesnt help! Thanks!! x
Hi Ribbons, Have you just tried olive oil or jojoba oil? For waterproof makeup, you just need something that's oil-based, and just plain ol' olive oil will do the trick for you.
Thanks very much, I will try that later today!! X
Hi Christine! first wanted to thank you for answering my last question about how you take pictures))) Now i need your advice) I'm an owner of 14 mac shadows (i'm amateur :) But somehow I'm stuck with them. When i see them all in 1 palette, i have a felling i did something wrong. I don't know how do i combine them best, and they all look very homogeneous to me. I have following colors: brule, shroom (these two are easy), satin taupe, sable, tempting, woodwinked, goldmine, shale, trax, top knot, contrast, humid, ego, grand entrance. What do you think is missing here? what would you combine together? I'm NW 20 in winter, with tan in summer, have brown eyes and brunette. and i guess colors like yellow and orange are too bright for me) Would be happy if you comment on this, when you have a minute! Thank you in Advance!
I'd say you have a lot of dark/medium browns, which might be why you have some trouble. Here are some combos... Tempting, Satin Taupe, Goldmine Goldmine, Trax, Contrasst Goldmine, Humid, Woodwinked Grand Entrance, Ego, Contrast Shroom, Shale, Top Knot
you're genious) very nice combinations i've never thought of! thanks a lot! and what would be 3-5 shades you'd recommend to add to that?
No problem! I'd suggest: Coppering, Antiqued, Juxt, Freshwater, and Beautiful Iris.
Interesting suggestion! i have kind of Juxt and Freshwater from other brands, so will try to play more with them thank you! your advice was very helpful and extremely fast!)
Hi Christine! I just bought Bare Study paint pot and was wondering what kind of neutral MAC eye shadow you would match with it. Thanks! xx
Ricepaper!
Hi Christine I had a couple of questions that I would be really thankful if you answered. 1) What product would you recommend to help makeup (especially eyeshadow) stay on all day as well as prevent creasing? Do the prep and prime for eyes really work? And what about the transparent finishing powder? 2) What is your favorite mascara? and why? (does it thicken, curl, extend eyelashes etc.) 3) Do you wear fake eyelashes? Would it be ok to wear fake eyelashes not daily, but every once in awhile? For instance the 1lash from MAC. 4) What would you consider essentials to have in your make-up bag? Thank you for taking your time to answer my questions. And apologize ahead of time if I asked a question that has already been answered. :)
I like MAC's paint pots like Soft Ochre. Urban Decay's Primer Potion and Too Faced Shadow Insurance are also good for eye makeup. I like MAC's Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder for the face. I like Plushlash by MAC. It's very black, thickens and adds length. I'm not too concerned about curl myself! I wear them on occasion, I find they feel a bit heavy on my lids and my upper lash line is very sensitive so my eyes can get pretty irritated after wearing them (swollen, red, etc.). I personally am more of a fan for them every so often and not daily, just because they're more special that way. I think foundation, daily blush, lipstick, lipgloss, loose powder, and brushes are essentials for your makeup bag :)
Christine, I just got greensmoke e/s and want to know what to pair it with for a day look and what to pair with for a smokey look? Also, is charred a LE e/s? Thanks
Pair it with light golds like Nylon or Gorgeous Gold for the day. You can use it with Humid for a smoky look. Yes, Charred was LE!
I hope its not too late to ask! i wonder, how do you make your eye close-up pictures exactly? i have read you advise to read the manual, lol, but i would appreciate if you give some detail. Which lens do you use? external of build-in flash? shutterspeed and f?
I use everything on auto and with a kit lens. I just don't have enough time to learn more about my camera at this time :(
I hope Christine or anyone else can help... I love MAC's slimshines in Ultra Elegant and Missy, however I just noticed that they are no longer on the MAC website even though most of the MAC stores still have them. Are these shades discontinued? Also, what's your recommendation for peach lipsticks and glosses, MAC or otherwise? I am asian and tanned, NC42 to 44. Thanks!!! What a great site:)
I'm not positive if they've been discontinued, but it's likely they have been. I'd probably check with your local store - they have a big book of all the products discontinued! MAC doesn't make many peach lipsticks or glosses--there's Peachstock and Ravishing... that's kind of it. For lipglosses, perhaps Nymphette (though not SUPER peach).
Also, I live by San Jose and I remember you told me you lived there. Do you know the nearest CCO to us? I tried looking and there's only one in Gilroy ):
As far as I know, it's just the Gilroy one!
Hi Christine, I've been trying to look for MAC's Perfect Topping and it's so expensive now. I really want this highlight shade, do you know of any dupes? Maybe High beam? Thank you (:
You could try Dior Rose Diamond Skin Shimmer, though it's a bit pinker.
Hi, Christine. Thank you for this part of your blog. It shows that you care. I was hoping you knew of a possible dupe for Benefit's discontinued Hollywood Glo complexion luminizer. It's a rose bronzer liquid, and I haven't seen anything like it since. I saw your post on Benefit High Beam, but for my tan complexion, I'm not sure that it would be the BEST luminizer for me. I'm sure I could "Benefit" from it for some looks, though. I just prefer darker/medium shades. Thank you again, and best wishes. Karen
Hi Karen, Unfortunately, I've never tried it or seen it, so I have no idea. I would say, IMO, that you should email Benefit's customer service and ask. I have heard Moon Beam is better for darker/deeper skin tones over High Beam!
hey! Love your work :) I have just fallen in love with MAC Face n body foundation, but i cant for the life of me find a brush that works with it, I have the 191 and 187 but because its water based the brush after a couple of swipes goes wet and streaks, I hate using my fingers, i should maybe try a sponge, but i would love to hear your thoughts :) thanks Virginia xx
I like the 109!!
Does anybody understand all of the differences in the types of MAC listicks? For example, what is the difference between Frost and Lustre? What is Satin vs. Amplified? Thanks in advance!
Hi there? Do you know if Nars new foundations are Nordstrom exclusive? They´re not announced on the website... thanks!!
I think it's exclusive for maybe a month or so.
is there any MAC F&F’s sale anytime soon that you know of??
Nope!
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