Hello, my lovelies! It’s Stretch Marks day and you know what that means?! That means we talk about allllllllll of the things that make-up being a woman. Men, hormones, nail polish, bad attitudes, fiery tempers, intelligence, purple shampoos, kids, getting enough sleep and multivitamins.
And can we talk about how expensive it is to be a well groomed woman? Haircut/color, nails, pedis, eyebrows, eyelash extensions, botox… and the list goes on and on!
for everyday.. "They're Real" Lengthening Mascara & primer, and "Roller Lash" for a more glam look... all by Benefit. (at Ulta) I actually had some old ladies in my church ask to pull on my lashes to see if they were real. I went and washed my mascara off, and reapplied to show them. Evidently they'd been arguing about and eyeballing my lashes for sometime. HAHA!!
Mascara has always been a hit and miss for me. I'm cheap and have a problem spending so much for it to "just try it". I have a draw of the stuff. However, I am considering paying an arm and leg for some extensions. Have you ever gotten any? All I know is I want them. Seriously, that's all I know about them. LOL I "might" try whichever one comes from this post, maybe.
Pros - I look awake all the time and as someone who rarely goes without makeup I feel like with extensions and microbladed eyebrows (yet another expense) I can easily go without makeup. Yes, you have them filled as your eyelashes grow out, I can go about 3 weeks. Yes, you can get them wet after the first 48 hours. No mascara needed, lashes on point all the time. Cons - $$
I just spent an obscene amount of money at Ulta last weekend. I’m not a huge makeup person but my daughter is getting married and you know… photos… I needed some real good spackle for this hot mess of fine lines and wrinkles. Anyway, I didn’t get any lash primer. Is this a must??? The sales girl didn’t mention it to me so I assume I either don’t need it, or she was still hyperventilating over the huge sale she was fixing to get. Either way, what’s the deal with lash primer?
Lash primer adds dimension to your lashes by coating them with what appears to be white mascara. Once you brush it on, wait a few minutes before putting on mascara. Your mascara covers the white primer thus making your lashes look thicker & longer.
I think the primer does make a big difference. I don't know how or why, but it does! A budget option that has been recommended is L'Oréal Voluminous Lash Primer. Might be inexpensive enough to try without much risk!
Another good budget one to try is by ESSENCE. At just $4.00 a tube, it gives great volume and thickness to your lashes. It's in a white tube with a pink top. I found mine at Ulta.
Allways start with a primer. I'm totally there with you. 😊 The one I use is from Dior. "Diorshow maximizer 3D" And the mascara I really love, is one from Helena Rubinstein called "Lash Queen". They make different ones. So you have to choose the one that fits your demands the best.
I know, they are a bit prizie, but they are really really good 😊
I have sensitive eyes and Thrive from Thrive cosmetics has been amazing. It’s pricier (unfortunately), but I love the length it gives, the intense lash look I can achieve without falsies and it comes off! I also wasn’t impressed with the Sky High mascara and trying to get it off was a trick without having raccoon eyes. A few others I’ve tried have just been okay (L’Oréal and Maybelline). I just recently tried Essence and I ended up with a small sty afterwards, so I definitely don’t recommend that brand if you have sensitive eyes. Also, I hope I don’t come off salesy even though I am an artist for Seint Beauty (please delete if not allowed). Mascara is the one thing we don’t sell, unfortunately. Reading some of the other comments (and even thinking about Remi) this is why I love Seint so much, because it’s perfect for all women (all ages, all skin tones, all skill set - the newbie to the minimalist to the makeup professional). One of the reasons I jumped in and became an artist was for my daughters…I’m thrilled I found Seint (formerly named Maskcara) because I would never want to give them any other makeup! The products are paraben free, gluten free, sulfate free, alcohol free and cruelty free. I color match my clients, all the makeup is in one convenient compact (no bottles, tubes, junk drawer full of products), it beautifully accentuates your own natural beauty as not to cover it up, looks like a second layer of skin (not flat or cakey), it’s fast and affordable! It’s so important to take care of our skin with good products and not break the bank. While I truly believe there is beauty in every face it’s also a wonderful feeling to actually feel just as beautiful!
And can we talk about how expensive it is to be a well groomed woman? Haircut/color, nails, pedis, eyebrows, eyelash extensions, botox… and the list goes on and on!
for everyday.. "They're Real" Lengthening Mascara & primer, and "Roller Lash" for a more glam look... all by Benefit. (at Ulta) I actually had some old ladies in my church ask to pull on my lashes to see if they were real. I went and washed my mascara off, and reapplied to show them. Evidently they'd been arguing about and eyeballing my lashes for sometime. HAHA!!
Mascara has always been a hit and miss for me. I'm cheap and have a problem spending so much for it to "just try it". I have a draw of the stuff. However, I am considering paying an arm and leg for some extensions. Have you ever gotten any? All I know is I want them. Seriously, that's all I know about them. LOL I "might" try whichever one comes from this post, maybe.
Extensions are soooo expensive & a pain to maintain. I had them for a while & finally just quit!
Pros - I look awake all the time and as someone who rarely goes without makeup I feel like with extensions and microbladed eyebrows (yet another expense) I can easily go without makeup. Yes, you have them filled as your eyelashes grow out, I can go about 3 weeks. Yes, you can get them wet after the first 48 hours. No mascara needed, lashes on point all the time. Cons - $$
Yes! I love, love, love mine! I'll never go back to mascara!
https://primecausemetics.com/products/mascara
I am 63 years old and have used a lot of different mascara. This is the best I have ever used!
I just spent an obscene amount of money at Ulta last weekend. I’m not a huge makeup person but my daughter is getting married and you know… photos… I needed some real good spackle for this hot mess of fine lines and wrinkles. Anyway, I didn’t get any lash primer. Is this a must??? The sales girl didn’t mention it to me so I assume I either don’t need it, or she was still hyperventilating over the huge sale she was fixing to get. Either way, what’s the deal with lash primer?
Lash primer adds dimension to your lashes by coating them with what appears to be white mascara. Once you brush it on, wait a few minutes before putting on mascara. Your mascara covers the white primer thus making your lashes look thicker & longer.
I think the primer does make a big difference. I don't know how or why, but it does! A budget option that has been recommended is L'Oréal Voluminous Lash Primer. Might be inexpensive enough to try without much risk!
Another good budget one to try is by ESSENCE. At just $4.00 a tube, it gives great volume and thickness to your lashes. It's in a white tube with a pink top. I found mine at Ulta.
Thanks I’ll give it a try!
I like Tarte- Lights, Camera, Lashes! but tried a sample pack from Sephora and now really like Lash Brag- Anastasia
I love tarte too! But now I’m intrigued about Lash Brag!
I doubt I will ever use another mascara. Monsieur Big is #1 for me since 2017
Late to the party... Mabeline Lash Sensational is the one I love at this moment in time
Nars Climax
Benefit Roller Lash
I actually use them both! I know, I know but whatever works right?!?!
I have been using Too Faced Better than Sex but now I am going to have to try the one you are using too lol
Lash Boost girl but I like Tarte- Lights, Camera, Lashes!
Allways start with a primer. I'm totally there with you. 😊 The one I use is from Dior. "Diorshow maximizer 3D" And the mascara I really love, is one from Helena Rubinstein called "Lash Queen". They make different ones. So you have to choose the one that fits your demands the best.
I know, they are a bit prizie, but they are really really good 😊
I have sensitive eyes and Thrive from Thrive cosmetics has been amazing. It’s pricier (unfortunately), but I love the length it gives, the intense lash look I can achieve without falsies and it comes off! I also wasn’t impressed with the Sky High mascara and trying to get it off was a trick without having raccoon eyes. A few others I’ve tried have just been okay (L’Oréal and Maybelline). I just recently tried Essence and I ended up with a small sty afterwards, so I definitely don’t recommend that brand if you have sensitive eyes. Also, I hope I don’t come off salesy even though I am an artist for Seint Beauty (please delete if not allowed). Mascara is the one thing we don’t sell, unfortunately. Reading some of the other comments (and even thinking about Remi) this is why I love Seint so much, because it’s perfect for all women (all ages, all skin tones, all skill set - the newbie to the minimalist to the makeup professional). One of the reasons I jumped in and became an artist was for my daughters…I’m thrilled I found Seint (formerly named Maskcara) because I would never want to give them any other makeup! The products are paraben free, gluten free, sulfate free, alcohol free and cruelty free. I color match my clients, all the makeup is in one convenient compact (no bottles, tubes, junk drawer full of products), it beautifully accentuates your own natural beauty as not to cover it up, looks like a second layer of skin (not flat or cakey), it’s fast and affordable! It’s so important to take care of our skin with good products and not break the bank. While I truly believe there is beauty in every face it’s also a wonderful feeling to actually feel just as beautiful!
Man eater….(I think by tarte) is in my bag now because it was on sale at Ulta. I like it ok. But monsieur big is my favorite!
Fav primer Loreal Lash Paradise Fav mascaras 1. IT Cosmetics 2. Loreal Lash Paradise at times I will combo 2 first ending with 1 two coats.
Maybelline Falsies Flared for 1st coat. Red Aspen Pump it up Maggie for 2nd, possibly 3rd coat