LadyJSkincare: foundation primer

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Sunday, January 4, 2015

Glossier Phase 1 Set

Thanks to Instagram, I came across Glossier numerous time on my favorite fashion bloggers accounts. This skincare set offers instant hydration for dehydrated winter skin and gives skin enough tint and natural sheen to make your skin look runway ready. The four piece set includes the following...

Soothing Face Mist Rosewater Spray: I first noticed this spray was very fragrant; it smells of roses. I found it very useful after cleansing to relieve ant tightness from cleansing, throughout the day to hydrate my skin, and to set my makeup. Glycerin and aloe aid in hydrating and soothing skin.
Priming Moisturizer: I couldn't stop laying this creme on. Hyaluronic acid hydrates, while tea and honey extracts soothed any redness I had. Vitamin A, C, and E prevent cell damage, so think of this moisturizer as a major multitasker. It works as an excellent primer for foundation allowing it to last throughout the day and didn't crease. I found myself using it on my hands as well, which made them extra soft. Perfect for the delicate eye area and it's shea butter did not break me out. Two layers of this in the winter and my stressed skin felt instant relief. Skin is supposed to feel this good!
Balm Dotcom: Winter is harsh, this balm has been a lifesaver! I've used it on my lips, around my nose, lips, cuticles and elbows. It was very useful for my holiday in Oregon. Loaded with Omega 6 & Omega 9 fatty acids, it provided lasting hydration and antioxidant protection.
Perfecting Skin Tint: This tinted moisturizer offers a very sheer wash of color + some much needed hydration. Simple dab onto skin with fingers for wash of color. I loved the dewy finish, as my skin needs all the hydration and sheen it can get. My face looks natural and healthy while using this skincare set. I tried the shade, "Dark" and it matched perfect; actually perfect is an understatement, other company's should take note on color matching. This stuff is amazing!

I also tried the liquid foil liner which were excellent for the holiday season. The gold and silver liners are full of pigment, smudge proof and easy to use. No makeup artist skills needed to apply this liner! Removal was easy, my normal makeup remover and cloth was not needed, it came out with warm water. I experienced no redness around the eyes or tugging to remove this liner, which I loved.

Because this set offers such great hydration, it's also great when traveling, so pack it in your carry on!

Products are not tested on animals, hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, and paraben free.

Products provided by Glossier. This review is my honest opinion based on a 3 week trial of products.

Sunday, February 19, 2012

How to Choose a Foundation

Stumped on what foundation you should be using? Take into consideration your skin type and needed coverage. Apply in this order: 1. Moisturizer 2. Spf 30+
3. Primer 4. Foundation 5. Concealer 6. Powder (to set your canvas.)

How to Choose a Foundation by ladyjskincare on polyvore.com

Liquid: For all skin types and offers sheer to full coverage. The easiest to apply. Apply with foundation brush, flat top brush or clean fingers.
Stick/Cream: Dry or mature skin and full coverage. Often has moisturizing benefits. Apply with stick or foundation brush and blend out with brush.
Powder: Oily skin and buildable coverage. Wear sheer to full coverage. Apply with a kabuki brush (foundation) or fluffy powder brush (setting powder).
Cream to Powder: Oily skin and full coverage. Dries to a matte finish. Apply with sponge or foundation brush.
Mineral: Option for those wanting a more natural foundation and have sensitive skin. Apply with kabuki brush or fluffy powder brush.
Tinted Moisturizer: For a sheer wash of color on any skin type.

Tips

Blend, blend, blend your foundation for the most natural and seamless look. Avoid a line of demarcation and blend, this means blend a little foundation further down your jaw and on your neck.
Test foundations in natural light and try a sample first if possible.
The correct shade will disappear on your skin.
Clean brushes once a week. Soak for 15 minutes in a cup of warm water and anti-bacterial fragrance free dish soap. Do not fully immerse bristles, this will loosen the glue binding the hairs to the brush. Thoroughly rinse brush with warm water till clear, squeeze excess water and lay flat on a paper towel until dry.