dsmama Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 (edited) I need to update my makeup, specifically my base/foundation. During my last PG I developed mild rosacea, and I also have some sun/age spots. I'm in my early 40s and want to look good, but not fake. I know I need a good primer, concealer, and foundation, and I am willing to pay decent money for them vs. drugstore brands. Question is where to go. I live about 30 minutes from a metro area. Stores include a Sephora and Ulta, as well as a good mall with department stores (Macys, Nordstrom, etc). There are also a few small business/boutique makeup places, though they tend to have their own brand loyalty (Jane Iredale, etc.). Any suggestions on what would be the best place to go? I am hoping to drop the kids with the grandparents and have time to dedicate to trying brands, colors, etc. Thanks in advance! Edited February 2, 2012 by dsmama Grammar error Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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meggie Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Honestly, my favorite liquid foundation is Mary Kay's. I love MAC for everything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 If you don't have a brand you are loyal too, I would go to Sephora. You'll probably get the most exposure to many different types of stuff. I know you can make appointments in some stores too for some personal shopping help. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmama Posted February 2, 2012 Author Share Posted February 2, 2012 Thank you! I am interested in seeing a wide variety of brands! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I like Alima mineral make up http://www.alimapure.com/ They have tons of colors and you can order samples to try before you decide. For liquid make up, I like True Match from L'oreal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldberry Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I like Sephora or Ulta. You can try the makeup on, which makes a huge difference. You an also try on at department stores, but each counter usually only offers one brand, then you have to go to the other counters to try the other brands. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof3littles Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I'd go to Sephora. They also have a nice return policy. You may want to check your appearance afterward by heading outside into natural light, just to confirm you are pretty happy with the foundation match. I'm one of those people who is notoriously difficult to match and I have sometimes walked outside and been shocked at how obvious the foundation is or how poorly they matched me. With a good return policy you should be able to take it back if you leave the store and realize it isn't a good match. It would save a step though if you check before buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stacycatherine Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 My vote is for Sephora too! They have the best selection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett_ashley Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 its pricey but the laura mercier tinted moisturizer is perfection!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natalieclare Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 its pricey but the laura mercier tinted moisturizer is perfection!! I was going to say the same thing. I need a heavy coverage so I add a Laura Mercier pressed powder using a kabuki brush to the top of my tinted moisterizer. Laura Mercier is the best! It has much better staying power than the MAC foundation I used formerly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmama Posted February 2, 2012 Author Share Posted February 2, 2012 Thank you! I was a huge fan of Laura Mercier's mineral makeup some years ago. Now I need more coverage -- may have to try her tinted stuff. Would Sephora carry it? Thanks again, everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 I cannot say enough good things about Bare Minerals. I've got some dark spots because of sun damage, large pores, and circles under my eyes always. It evens it all out without a fake look. I've been using different brands of mineral makeup for years now, but this is the first time I've tried this brand and I'm thrilled. Plus, it's easy to order online so if we go somewhere next that doesn't have a store, I can get it easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlestonmom03 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 its pricey but the laura mercier tinted moisturizer is perfection!! Yes, it is perfect! I love it... and buy it at Sephora. I don't think the cost is that bad, considering that I use it in place of a separate moisturizer and foundation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 My absolute favorite place to go when I start wanting to switch things up is Paula Begoun's website: http://www.beautypedia.com/default.aspx This is her reviews website. There are a lot of reviews! She does have her own line, which I've used some of and I like...but it's all online (which I don't like). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett_ashley Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 Yes, it is perfect! I love it... and buy it at Sephora. I don't think the cost is that bad, considering that I use it in place of a separate moisturizer and foundation. True! I also use it as a concealer with my concealer brush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HLDoll Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I love Everyday Minerals. I'll never wear anything else ever again. You can get a free sample of foundation colors, for a small shipping fee. http://www.everydayminerals.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I buy Cover FX at Sephora. Here's what they recommend for people with Rosacea: http://www.coverfx.com/US/Rosacea.aspx?mainSection=3&subSection=5 I mostly use Natural FX, but sometimes I have red or dark splotches from Lupus and I switch to Cover FX (which is serious coverage). hth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizzyBee Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 (edited) I love Aloette foundation - it doubles as a concealer. I have a lot of red in my skin, and this stuff covers it up. http://www.aloette.com/Makeup/Foundations/Ultra_Finish_SPF_15_Foundation I loved their primer, too, until I discovered Monistat chafing cream for a fraction of the cost. http://www.aloette.com/Skin_Care/Age-Defying_Solutions/Flawless_HP_Rapid_Skin_Perfection Both products have dimethicone in them and they both feel soft and silky going on. I found out about the monistat chafing cream here on the boards. :-) Edited February 3, 2012 by LizzyBee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizzyBee Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 My absolute favorite place to go when I start wanting to switch things up is Paula Begoun's website: http://www.beautypedia.com/default.aspx This is her reviews website. There are a lot of reviews! She does have her own line, which I've used some of and I like...but it's all online (which I don't like). I read her reviews, but most of the time, I don't like the products she likes. I bought a powder foundation that is in her top 5; it gives poor coverage and rubs off onto anything that touches my face. So I saved a few bucks... but not really, because today I ordered my regular foundation and Paula's Pick will go in the trash when it arrives. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmama Posted February 4, 2012 Author Share Posted February 4, 2012 Just an update --THANK YOU ALL! I went to Sephora this morning and had a fabulous time. The woman who helped me was awesome -- my age or older, and so she understood my needs for coverage and long-lasting makeup. She tried many types of foundation and let me pick the one that worked best for me. I bought foundation, a brush, mascara, and lip stain. (I already use the Primer mentioned above by Monistat, which I also learned about here :lol:). She gave me samples of many things, too. Awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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