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Went on google and it appears to be the BYS Berries palette which appears to be cruelty free for anyone else who might be looking for it :)
I always plug the reusable microfiber face cloths. Any microfiber towel just needs warm water and it removes all makeup, and you can wash and reuse them.
The one brand that is well known is called Erase Your Face, but it’s not worth it to shell out $20 for a tiny washcloth when you can get the same thing from anywhere for much cheaper.
Edit: Makeup Eraser is the expensive name brand. Erase Your Face is the one I got from Amazon.
The J Catt Holographic Eye Toppers are!!. There are several youtube reviews you could check out of them.
Reserve Your Cabana works as a setting powder and has a luminous finish. It's definitely less drying than Rimmel Stay Matte. If your skin tone is fair this would be a good option.
L'oreal True Match Powder is good too. It feels almost soft, and in my experience it isn't drying.
I love all of their butter products! For Christmas, I got their Ultimate Butter collection from Amazon for $35. It has the ENTIRE line - all of the butter bronzers, butter highlighters, butter blushes, butter lip colors, a mirror, and all colors from the butter eyeshadow palettes. All in one sliding box. You just can’t beat it!
Physicians Formula Ultimate Butter Collection https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WPWSZ47/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XltfEbT35EH3Q
EcoTools Start the Day Beautifully Makeup Brush Set https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075S543DR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FAogDb2KEKN79
Can’t find them on Superdrug’s website but I’ve got the link here on amazon ��
I just got the right shade of the Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Foundation, and I reaaaaallllly like it. KathleenLights and Lisa Eldridge recommend it for people with normal to dry skin.
I'm not sure that it's technically a gel, but it's definitely unlike my drugstore foundations in texture and finish.
On me, it truly is "my skin but better" when I apply it with my fingers.
I got it for $7 and free shipping on Amazon during one of the random, inexplicable sales. It's back up to $13 now.
5 Pairs Reusable Magnetic Eyelashes and 2 Tubes of Magnetic Eyeliner Kit, Upgraded 3D Magnetic Eyelashes Kit With Tweezers Inside, Magnetic Eyeliner and Magnetic Eyelash Kit - No Glue Needed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VWFKWLC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qrHLFbB96BF95?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Eyeshadow was done with Morphe Jaclyn Hill pallet
Foundation- Fenty Matte Long Wear in shade 150
Primer- Fenty Silk Soft
Bronzer- Revolution Mega in shade Warm
Concealer- Too Faced Born This Way Super Coverage concealer in shade vanilla
Setting Powder- Fenty in shade Butter
Eyebrows, mircobladed and cut with TF concealer
Highlight- cover FX glitter drops in shade Lunar
Did you use the 24hr stay fresh before? https://www.amazon.com/LOreal-Paris-Infallible-Fresh-Foundation/dp/B00IJ9ECKS/ref=mp_s_a_1_28?keywords=l%27Oreal+infallible+foundation&qid=1562766857&s=gateway&sr=8-28
You can still find it on amazon.
I'm a bit late to the party but the Physicians formula nude shimmer strips highlighter is so underrated it's not even funny. It looks like this and it's like every highlighter shade in one. It's very glowy too, of all the drugstore highlighters/illuminators I've tried it's been the best.
The Moisture Stains by Revlon are fantastic. They last all day. It looks very shiny when you first apply, but it dries down to a beautiful lipstain.
Also absolutely love the Revlon Balm Stains, as someone pointed out above. I have a couple of those myself!
Powder: Coty airspun. Super cheap and lasts FOREVER. I've had the same container for probably 8 months now.
Some shades you can buy on Amazon for very similar prices, for instance: https://www.amazon.com/E-l-f-Moisturizing-Lipstick-Ravishing-Ounce/dp/B00GW58YC8/ (or just search "elf moisturizing lipstick") This is an add on item, but if you already use Amazon for other things, at least you don't have to buy makeup for the free shipping.
I bought this Ardell brow pomade on amazon because it was cheap and the reviews are decent. I like it much better than the ELF pomade, which was a little too waxy for me.
CoverGirl's clean sensitive skin liquid foundation is a nice liquid foundation that doesn't affect my face. I dabble in drag so this acts as a good base for heavy makeup application. I have moderate acne and it does a good job of covering without being super greasy. I always make sure to top it off with powder though.
I normally use the Neutrogena Invisible Defense or the Hydro Boost one on drier skin days. Invisible Wear sits pretty great under the majority of my foundations and I don't notice any early wearing off my makeup. Hydro Boost does affect longevity at times but works really well with light coverage foundations or when you want a very dewy look.
I also really like the Missha Velvet sunscreen, it makes a nice base for foundation but isn't ultra-matte on my skin either.
This one I've found, in shade moon kissed, is really good. It's drugstore brand (read not expensive) and like the only thing that works for my super pale cool toned skin.
L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glow Nude Highlighter Makeup Palette, Moon-Kissed
hey here's a great dupe for the drunk elephant protini, the reviews seem pretty positive (we're not using any affiliate links). You can find more with our extension.
I have the Spotlight palette by Ucanbe. The colors have pretty good pigment, overall a good bright palette for the price point!
You can buy it on Amazon.
I have also tried the Ulta and the essence felt tip liners. I think the Ulta one is similar (essence doesn't have quite as firm of a tip), but definitely more pricey.
Ok so I'd normally never recommend such a lame brand but honestly Mary Kay makes a clear lip liner I really like. $6 on Amazon.
It works great, no color at all. I'm sure other brand makes the same thing but the Mary Kay one is good.
Tonymoly Backgel Liner or the K-palette liner if you don't like potted eyeliners. TBH I find that gel liners in a pot are longer wearing than liquid liners but both of these are good.
The LA Colors Matte palettes are cheap, have great color schemes, and they last all day with primer. I’ve ordered through Amazon, but at a quick glance it looks like they are selling them as packs of 3 of the same color. I’ll check their website for you, also.
(3 Pack) L.A. Colors Matte Eyeshadow Purple Cashmere https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E1SLCPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_SuMHEb7AS0M69
$3.00 per 5 shade palette:
https://www.lacolors.com/products/5-color-matte-eyeshadow-palette?variant=28075759504
Bright pink????
Like Milk it Pink?
NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP This Is Milky Gloss, Vegan Lip Gloss, 12 Hour Hydration - Milk It Pink (Sheer Baby Pink) https://www.amazon.com/NYX-PROFESSIONAL-MAKEUP-Milky-Hydration/dp/B09V7WMQTJ?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1#
What lip liner would go under that? Born to hustle? https://www.nyxcosmetics.com/lip/line-loud-vegan-longwear-lip-liner/NYX_1021.html?dwvar_NYX__1021_color=Born-To-Hustle
The Revolution Black is the New Black palette is one of my favourites ever. Primark also do some really nice ones, but they discontinue stuff so often that it's hard to make specific recommendations - the ones that comes in this format were really good.
That one by Almay is really nice, I love the formula. I use the blue eyes one even tho I have brown eyes, and I adore it.
Also, I recently got the ELF bite size palette in the color truffles, and even tho for some reason I thought I would hate it, it’s actually my go-to neutral palette now.
I use Maybelline Súper Stay. They’re currently either rebranding these, or doing color updates or something. So sometimes my favorite colors are not available. But this stays so well on me that the assistant at my dentist office had to know what brand lipstick I use. She had applied a remover to my lips prior to the dental procedure, but the color remained. She’d never seen that before. See if you like this product: Maybelline Súper Stay 2 Step
The e.l.f. spot treatment stick thing has been helpful for me! Also these patches are great at making pimples shrink down once they've been lanced (or picked at).
In American drugstores, not much comes to mind. They are a little more common in Asian countries. Here's one:
It's from the Korean brand Etude House. I think a Japanese brand makes one that is really highly recommended. Heroine Make? And I'm pretty sure it's a tubing type.
I have a little holder that I got off Amazon that I keep it in.
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I was going to recommend my favorite lip balm but it has coconut oil in it. My second favorite lip balm, and the one that was the first one I found that didn't make my lips drier, is the Bioderma Atoderm lip balm. I've found petroleum based products to be some of the least reactive and most soothing products.
NYX butter glosses would match.
For a stain, I ordered this brand and it’s become a holy grail. Colors are lighter than they appear:
Peripera Ink the Velvet Lip Tint | High Pigment Color, Longwear, Weightless, Not Animal Tested, Gluten-Free, Paraben-Free | #018 STAR PLUM PINK, 0.14 fl oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0962JPXVZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GTX71S78WQQ1CDB1BZRM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
That sucks you can always buy them on their website as well. Don't know what kind of palettes your into but I highly recommend this one off of amazon
I haven’t personally tried it yet, but I have this one saved because the reviews say it does fit
Real Techniques! I’ve been doing makeup for gosh like 20 years (not professionally but I did do my besties wedding makeup) and I’ve been through a fair number of brushes. I’ve had these for a bit now and I love them:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BX1V7CS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Segbeauty Clear Plant Mister, 5.4oz Continuous Mister Spray Bottle, 160ml Plastic Fine Mist Spray Squirt Bottle, Refillable Empty Spritzer Water Sprayer Curler Keeper Curly Hair Salon Barber I use one like this. I use Rimmel setting spray. It comes out in a very fine mist and because of that it lasts longer and really coats your face in a light but effective layer. It’s been a game changer.
What I actually do is instead of using the end that it comes with, I take a slim brow brush like this one : https://www.amazon.com/e-l-f-Studio-Small-Angled-Brush/dp/B002B4LUKM And dip it onto the head of the brush to pick up the product instead! I only use the original brush to brush through my eyebrows hairs to darken/comb them!
I’ve been using this as my replacement because I was using that concealer for years, lol. Mallofusa Single Color Face Makeup Concealer Palette Creamy Foundation Makeup Kit Moisturizing Brightening 0.49oz (Shimmer White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JOIKVCK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_CXGZBFCN1V2PCDJSXZY1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Would the NYX White Eyeshadow Primer work for you? It is a cream product that I have used to intensify colors in the past. I had to set it with powder since it was so creamy and my lids tend to be oily, but it worked really well for me.
As a WOC I can strongly recommend the Maybelline Master Chrome in Molten Topaz and it’s dirt cheap on Amazon. It’s melts right into our brown skin
Maybelline New York Facestudio Master Chrome Metallic Highlighter Makeup, Molten Topaz, 0.19 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BHB6P6L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_NW0FGD25PRYQQ4EM4RS4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
There was another CoverGirl palette that has similar colors but shaped more like yours in the suggested items on Amazon.
COVERGIRL COVERGIRL Trunaked Quad Eyeshadow Palette, Night Mayhem, Midsummer Night Mayhem, 0.06 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088P4Z46P/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_g_ZMQ9MVY3XAVX3HTVYMC5
I don't know if you do gel, but here's a promising set from Amazon. (I don't get anything from linking, just sharing to be helpful).
GAOY Jelly Nude Pink Gel Nail Polish Set of 6 Transparent Colors Sheer Gel Polish Kit UV LED Soak Off Nail Polish Gel Varnish https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093D58BRK/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_F759SVWAB3D1RGV5TAYH?psc=1
Not drugstore, but Inglot is the way to go. It's an eyeliner sealant, but it also turns any eyeshadow into a liquid liner. Literally any color you want. And it stays beautiful all day and I live in Tucson where we get 115 degree plus weather. I adore this stuff.
Inglot Duraline | Eyeliner sealant | Prolong Makeup Durability | Turn any Eyeshadow to Water Resistant Liquid Eyeliner | 9 ml/0.30 US FL OZ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GM5VPEM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_T17NA7V4VEZJ3RK1WS9M
I don't have an answer for the detangler, but I was wondering if you've tried a detangler brush?
I got this one and my 5 year old no longer cries and runs away when I brush her hair.
Next time try Godefroy tint from Amazon. A lot of those dyes "for men" have crazy levels of lead in them. This one is safe and has enough for 17 applications of eyebrow dye:
Possibly(photo of my drugstore's clearance.)
It's a small walgreens with not much else for choice in the area(a small rite aid, walmart, dollar general). so it makes sense, since the Fergie collection appears to be 3 whole rows of Fergie WNW, the WNW liquid eyeliners, some of the Megalast eye marker things(they only had a dark brown and a black yet, passed on the black), two shades of WNW blush, plus the whole row of WNW lipgloss. That row of Rimmel liquid lipsticks was on clearance too.
and yeah I assume clearing it out for new stuff, since nothing really gets updated around here, and this stuff has been here a while. Been checking back and forth since someone else posted the Fergie Eye Primer went on clearance.
My holy grail is actually a gel that you apply with an small slanted brush and spoolie. Once you get the hang of it, it only takes a few minutes and it lasts all day on my oily skin!
L'Oreal Paris Unbelieva-Brow Tinted Waterproof Brow Gel
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GY7YX3C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_96MFX3KNEWH36N50XVNY?psc=1
My favorite brown mascara is the L'oreal Voluminous waterproof mascara in Black Brown. I love it because it's dark and slightly cool toned. I have ash brown hair and some brown mascaras lean very red, but this one matches my hair so well. I've been asked if I have lash extensions before.
Wet n wild flat top brush, I use it more then my high end brushes for foundation, stippling or blending
Bronzer: Rimmel, Physican’s formula, or a deeper powder foundation than your own skin color; blush: elf blush in dark, physicians formula makeup box kit, L’Oréal (fav is soft sable), revlon, or maybelline (fav is mauvelous). I was shocked how great this item is especially for the price and it has blushes and bronzers perfect for dark skin: https://www.amazon.com/Physicians-Formula-Ultimate-Butter-Collection/dp/B07WPWSZ47/ref=asc_df_B07WPWSZ47/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=385602783273&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10781803514015216238&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hv...
Here's the Sephora link and Amazon link. I'm not using any affiliate links.
Neutrogena makes a hyaluronic acid cream that I’ve recently fallen in love with. It’s in a blue container. Let me find you a link.
Edit for link: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gel-Cream Face Moisturizer to Hydrate & Smooth Extra-Dry Skin, Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free, Non-Comedogenic & Dye-Free Face Lotion, 1.7 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NR1YQK4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_1R26BBZ2CTNYWJ1TNMBH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Remember to do a test patch before applying to your whole face to make sure you don’t have an allergy.
I swear by purito bb cream if you have sensitive skin. It only comes in about 4 shades but if you can find a shade that works for you is absolutely amazing. You can get it off Amazon or YesStyle.
PURITO Cica Clearing BB Cream #23 Natural Beige 1 fl.oz / 30ml, Vegan bb cream, foundation, cruelty free https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JCRGRN5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_MCF0CESRTA9NGM2NERR9
Ulta. 11$ leme see if i can link it
https://www.ulta.com/hd-liquid-coverage-foundation?productId=xlsImpprod16021093
Amazon has it too
Absolutely! Here's a link to Amazon for the concealer, I use Tarte Shape Tape sometimes too but I think this almost works better, for like 1/2 the cost and lasts twice as long! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002S8TP7Q?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Awww thank you so much! Yes! I placed in those beauty lights on my vanity and I bought the light ring thingy to hold my phone while I take pictures :D I got the link for you :D oh and I don't use an app just my camera and my phone is a oneplus 7 :D
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08HVH8FPF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This isn't a mainstream or popular mascara but my friend is Mexican and she uses prasa mascara its a purple bottle i bought some for myself on amazon and I swear by it. Its 15 dollars for 3 of it. It's super cheap and amazing!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QTHMV5/ref=cm_sw_r_u_apa_i_mUyMFbHDE9Q5G?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I have really fragile nails and I alternate between Solaroil ($5.95) and Healthy Hoof cream ($2.57) - they're currently both add-on items on Amazon US.
Well you can always find out your skin type and then find one that fits! I really like TruSkin Toner on Amazon - $15.
I heard it is no longer sold in the US (am Canadian). It is also my favourite eyeliner and I've been using it for years. Looks like it's on amazon https://www.amazon.com/Color-Liquid-Eyeliner-Extreme-Black/dp/B004Z6KGX6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=nyc+eyeliner&qid=1564710821&s=gateway&sr=8-1 but I can't tell if it will ship to you.
Check these artbins ones out. Technically they are made for holding pins, razors, and other things for crafting, BUT they work great for shadow singles. Plus you can get them for $4.99 each. Its also a prime ship item if you have Amazon prime. ArtBin 6811AG Slim Line Magnetic Box - Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011CCKCTS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NTfxDb1P0ZJSK
I got mine from Amazon
They are awesome. I have washed them in the washing machine and put them through the dryer multiple times and they're still going strong.
Girl, they cost about $8 for a pack of 5, I later found them on Amazon and they’re the same! So if you want to order go ahead, I’ve used them 20 times and they’re still intact, surprisingly! I almost never buy expensive lashes because these fare better than the Huda ones I own. Also, thank you! ❤️
I think so.. here’s a link to it on amazon
Milani Eye Tech Extreme Liquid Eyeliner - Blackest Black (0.03 Fl. Oz.) Vegan, Cruelty-Free Liquid Eyeliner to Define & Intensify Eyes for Long-Lasting Wear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006R7E6KA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0Yb9DbEGNWZWG
> Physicians Formula butter bronzer (watch Amazon for sales)
They have the regular "Bronzer" shade on sale right now for $4.82, if that's anyone's shade. I just bought a new one for myself, and one for my sister's "stocking" (it's a makeup bag that I'm putting a lot of little things in for her).
I bought a no poreblem off amazon (I live in MN) and our weather is dry winter. It’s been working awesome and is almost like a high end “blur” product. (I got a couple blur products for trial in makeup subscription) and this one is better for me and was $12 when I bought it. Walmart Caries it but only online. No Poreblem - Amazon
I’m 38, so probably a lot older than many people here. I’m flat broke now, but I’ve been through periods of time that I could afford expensive things and long periods when I couldn’t. I have way too many now.
I bought a no name (that ain’t the name of the company, I doubt that there was even a brand on it) eyeshadow brush at Walgreens over 15 years ago. It was definitely super cheap, but it’s still my favorite eyeshadow brush ever. I’ve looked for another one so many times and never found one.
I got off track there, but I guess my only point is that I’ve bought expensive brushes of all types over the years and now I don’t think that expensive ones are ever even worth it. I’ve bought really cheap ones that work as well or better. About a year ago I bought a cheap set online from Walmart to get free shipping. It wasn’t made by a popular or known brand either. I think it was 5 or 6 bucks for a set of 9 or 10 different brushes. Those brushes are actually pretty good.
Anyway, if all of mine just got destroyed or disappeared, or if I hadn’t ever really had any, I’d try to buy a cheap set that had decent reviews. Even if I had loads of extra money, I’d probably get something like this
It’s around $8 and looks to have more than I need. If some were totally awful, I’d have an idea of whatever it was about them that didn’t work for me. Then I’d have an idea of what to look for or avoid when I wanted to replace it. And it’s true that cheap brushes sometimes don’t last long, but some do. Heck, I’ve had expensive brushes that fell apart or just didn’t work for me as well.
Thank you. I've been trying to master getting the foundation right. That and the eye area.
This brush set from Amazon is great. Affordable, long lasting, comparable to higher end brushes and a good variety to start. I own much more expensive brands of brushes, but reach for these daily.
BS-MALL Makeup Brushes Premium Synthetic Foundation Powder Concealers Eye Shadows Makeup 14 Pcs Brush Set, Rose Golden, 1 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZ3RLPC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J8QvFbCNB7F1T
Also, I’d recommend trying Elf camo concealer.
I love this top and base coat from amazon!! Have repurchased a couple of times! AIMEILI Gel Nail Polish No Wipe Top and Base Coat Set Soak Off UV LED Gel Nail Lacquer - 2 x 10ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PF9Q5EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_azHMEb7Q6FA9K
Someone posted the Supreme Seductress palette by Prism Makeup ($10 at Amazon about a year ago on this sub.
Because it was cheap and I loved the mix of warm and cool, I bought it on a whim. Immediately came back to tell OP what an amazing palette it was. I still use it 3+ days a week and everything about this palette is my jam.
Bonus: The left side is a dupe of Huda Obsessions Warm Brown and the right Huda Obsessions Smokey.
Also, for brushes, check out Amazon. You can find some really great, inexpensive sets with the essentials. Starting out, I recommend a sponge, some type of fluffy brush for powders (just use it for powder, blush, and bronzer), and a few eye brushes. I recommend a larger fluffy blending brush, a smaller blending brush, a flat shadow packing brush, and just something small for buffing out the lower lashes/liner. I also found a really awesome 5 pack of sponges here for like, $8. Work just like a Beauty Blender.
I have the shortest lashes and constantly have issues with this as well. Love some of the sephora/fancy brands but my wallet doesn't.
So I actually use two and a primer. 1st is the l'oreal lash paradise primer, let it dry a smidge, followed by l'oreal lash paradise mascara, then followed by this one I found on amazon, but really any kind that can separate the lashes or has a similar wand seems to help.
recently tried this one [l'oreal bambi mascara] as I found it on sale, and it's pretty good by itself but nothing has beaten the three together for me.
In case anyone is wondering I believe this palatte is BYS Berries Eyeshadow Palatte
I also have this palette as one to travel with. It's compact and good as an all in one, and I like to keep it in my gym bag
I recently got the Needs for this purpose as well, but ended up giving to my daughter.
This morning, I saw this on Amazon and thought it would serve a similar purpose. https://www.amazon.com/Profusion-Cosmetics-Trendsetter-Collection-Eyeshadow/dp/B074NDQ4H3/ref=sr_1_7?crid=3TYG11JIO91P5&keywords=profusion+cosmetics&qid=1568662094&sprefix=profusion%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-7
Tbh I haven't seen any good drugstore flat shader brush. The closest thing is the Real Techniques Shading Brush but I think it has too many bristles and it's really packed and thicker and longer than it needs to be.
Aside from my higher end synthetic ones I have 2 sable haired from Morphe and I hate them but it might be cause of the type of hair but if you want an affordable one I suggest a synthetic on like this one.
Nothing really works to control my oil. No technique, no product. The only thing for me that makes a dent in the oil and shine is Mehron Skin Prep. It is for stage actors, it contains antiperspirant (aluminum) as well. It's not available at drugstores, but it is only about $9 online.
I am not wild about the wonder pencil, the color is too light for it to be useful (And i'm like nw13). I wanted the cosmic metals so bad but I have so many frivolous lipsticks I can't wear on a regular basis so I haven't tried them on my face, but I did swatch them and they seemed well pigmented and extremely sparkly.
Ulta has the lip glitter in red, but sometimes they are sold out. I don't think the setting spray is great either, and the matte was more effective than the dewy (I am oily/sweaty, so ymmv -- I like UD setting spray or mehron skin prep more)
Are you able to swatch the total drop foundation? IDK if I'd want to blind buy...
Damn, I buy it in bulk on Amazon and it looks like it's not available there anymore! Looks like maybe it's been replaced by this? "Flawless white" is a pretty awkward name though...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A3QSJ5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_udjpybM5C3JT3
I haven't used it yet but have heard rave reviews about Maybelline Fit Me Matte Plus Poreless: https://www.amazon.com/Maybelline-New-York-Foundation-Ivory/dp/B00PFCSXIY?th=1#customerReviews
I plan to try it as soon as I run out of my current foundation.
So I'm really terrible at applying full lashes (damn shaky hands), I found these the other day and holy crap they are amazing. Super easy to apply (I use Duo clear lash glue) and because they're in sets of 3 individual lashes, you can layer them depending on how dramatic you want them to look.
so you wouldn't advise getting an applicator?
i don't use it everyday, but it works great, controls oil and sets makeup but doesn't give you the dreaded white face flash when you take photos. You can buy it here and read more reviews.
For sweaty "out in the heat all day" events (summer afternoon weddings, I'm looking at you), I've found that using primers underneath everything works WONDERS.
I swear by Monistat anti-chafing gel ($6). I use it as an all-over primer. It contains dimethicone, the same thing that's in Smashbox's pricey version.
I also use NYX HD Eyeshadow Base ($7) under my eyeshadow to lock it in place.
I really need new makeup brushes-I bought these e.l.f. studio brushes and was actually really disappointed (the brushes came apart)-would love any new recommendations (at drug store or just inexpensive online)