Haha at least you're not blue like me (being from Scotland and cold)! rrrrroll on the summer so we can all look better naturally.

I have actually given up on foundation at the moment.  It seems to make me look older.  Even the last few times i've been on a night out I have just used Touche Eclat under my eyes and maybe round my nose and then just used bronzer (Bourjois Dore is a good one, very natural when it's on and you don't need much, except if you're blue)  instead of foundation and then some pink blusher as pink is supposed to make you look more youthful.  Yes less is more is definetely becoming my mantra.  Who knew?!!

An update - Benefit waterproof eyeliner is not waterproof!
Within an hour I had smudges under my eyes.
Back to the drawing board.
On the plus side - Loreal Matte Morphose (who in hell names these things?) is a good foundation. Get the right shade for you and it's got a good coverage. It's even and does not make you look caked up in the stuff.
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Hey,
Sorry saw this thread a little too late, but I am training as a make up artist, so if anyone needs anymore make up/cosmetic advice just pm me 

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Just looked at this topic again (was busy when I posted my last reply) and here are some recommendations:

What foundation gives coverage and does not block pores?  I have run out!

Clinique foundation is great coverage, and all the formulations are good, just make sure you choose the right one for your skin type (the sales assistants can help you with this)

Also I recommend putting liquid foundations on with a spackling brush (can be bought from Boots or MAC) -they give an airbrushed look and are really easy to use. Also always use a primer, the best foundation primer is Smashbox Photofinish Primer in the original formula, it will honestly change your life! (You can buy it from Debenhams website or QVC.

An update - Benefit waterproof eyeliner is not waterproof!
Within an hour I had smudges under my eyes.
Back to the drawing board.

There is a fantastic product called Primer Potion by Urban Decay and it basically stops your eye make up moving. The best gel eyeliner out there is by Bobbi Brown (much better than Mac Fluid Line), looks amazing and won't move, and if you are looking for a product for your waterline try smashbox's jet set eyeliner. It is pretty much the only thing that stays put on the waterline.

In regards to mineral make up, most brands do it now, and bare essentials is supposed to be brilliant. I just can't be doing with loose powder though, I always spill it! If you are going to get mineral make up, apply using a kabuki brush so that you can buff it into the skin properly.

The best concealer for under eyes is touche eclat by YSL, but its not great for blemishes or scarring. MAC's studio fix concealer is also good for the odd spot etc.

Re You Tube make up tutorials I swear by Pixi Woo's channel - she helped me to finally master the smokey eye in minutes 

You tube is amazing for make up tutorials! I love make up geek! She is so talented!

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I even thought of having semi-permanent eyeliner done at a staggering cost of 350.00! That is what put me off! The cost of it and the fact you can not go in a swimming pool for 6 weeks after having it done, so the woman told me.
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I have had the semi permanent eyeliner, eyebrow & lips. I know it was expensive but it does look fantastic!! I only need a bit of blusher & mascara & use lip gloss more than anything. I wasn't told about not going swimming tho' so that did puzzle me. A lady called Karen Betts did mine her website is professional@karenbetts I think.

I also use tinted moisturiser instead of foundation & mix my own bronzing pearls  with pearl highlighters so I'm not bronzed but nicely coloured with pearly bits!!! If you know what I mean.

Take the plunge & go for it, you won't be dissapointed.

Luv Kate xx

http://www.karenbetts.co.uk/

Her website  Have looked into it myself but havent as yet taken the plunge.

I have no regrets whatsoever. It's brill.

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