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6/8/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

Yelpers like to share right? So what is your beauty secret? I want cool products, colors, techniques, tools, etc. Found anything cool lately?

Here - I will start :)
- Bed Head 1" curling iron... it's cheap ($30) and curls hard to manage hair really well... mine lasted two days (i'm on an every other day wash cycle for my hairs, and I had to test how good it was).
- Smashbox face primer... I don't know how I lived without it.
- False eye lashes; not that I just discovered them or that they are a secret but I got real good at gluing them on. I've been using the Quo ones.
- L'Oreal Collagen mascara is my lash love of the moment.
- Charles Worthington smoothing serum for my hair (liquid hair crack if you have frizzy hair, it smooths, makes consistent texture and doesn't make your hair look greasy like some serums do). If you see it sold here please tell me, my stock pile is diminishing too quickly.

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    6/8/2010 Karen "Kwoww" R. says:

    - Bumble and Bumble Thickening Serum ($35ish)  - It's really expensive for what you get however, it's magical, making my hair shine and look extremely luxurious.
    - Brambleberry Rose lip gloss ($8) - really pretty, it stays on and it feels silky on
    - Rimmel Nail polish  - cheap cheap cheap, great coverage and it lasts pretty long.  I love Purple Addict.

  2. 6/9/2010 Karin F. says:

    For those fighting with naturally curly (often frizzy) hair as I do, try the following products:

    Redken All-soft Heavy Cream conditioner
    AG Fast Food leave in conditioner
    TIGI Catwalk Curls Rock curl amplifier
    Biosilk silk therapy serum

    This combination works wonders on my hair.  I find that the shampoo really isn't an important factor for me.

  3. 6/9/2010 Karin F. says:

    Oh, and when styling long curly hair, comb in the product, then style your locks by spiralling strands around your fingers to create a perfect corkscrew curl.  Allow your hair to dry completely.  And then tousle your hair to create lift and volume.

    Most people with curly hair scrunch it or stress it with heat...trust me, the above technique (while time consuming) really works! :)

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    6/9/2010 Tania "Bunnie" Y. says:

    I love girly things!!

    Some of my favorite things.....

    - That Gal face primer by Benefit - completely evens out your skin tone and you can wear it under foundation or alone
    - Nars Orgasm and Laguna Blush/Bronzer Duo
    - Cargo Eye-Lighter Duo stick - a shimmery side and a matte side - use it for inner/outer corner of eyes, eyebrow bones, cheeks, or above upper lips.. oh how I love illusions!
    - Ardell Eyelashes - my fave brand. Affordable, natural, and bendable to fit and conform to your eye. Cheapest at Walmart!
    - Shu Umera eyelash curler

    As for hair... I have dead straight Asian hair. When I want curls, I use a straightener. It works wonders. I can even skip the hairspray and it'll still be curly the next morning. YES, THE NEXT MORNING. With a curler, I need a whole bottle of hairspray... and sometimes, I still end up with limp noodles on my head.... super... not sexy?

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    6/9/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Nice thread, Jenni!  I think I will try and find that curler... I have been looking for a small diameter one that will give me good ringlet curls that stay in hard to manage hair, like mine.

    I went to Sephora and got a new cover up for my wickedly bad under eye issues (dark, and blood blistered since I was a little kid).  I wanted something more natural, so the lovely girl found me Korres Wild Rose Concealer.  It works pretty good and wasn't any more expensive than the Clinique stuff I had been using.  It's supposed to have anti-aging properties, too.  

    Other items in my makeup kit I adore:

    - Ecotools Makeup Brush set
    - Clinique Lash Power Mascara Long Wearing Formula - for when I want really long lashes and no smudging
    - Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizer
    - Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey
    - MAC Eyeshadow in Vex, and another one I can't recall the name of

    Anyone have a good recommendation for a liquid eyeliner that doesn't smudge or transfer.  I have been having a hard time finding one that will stay put and that is easy to use.  I tried the Sephora pen eyeliner but it doesn't work well.  My eye lids overlap a lot so regular eyeliner just ends up halfway up my eyelid.

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    7/4/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    I have to add a few things, thanks to a few trips to Sephora:

    - Baby Shampoo from the dollar store - it cleans my brushes better than the $18 stuff from Sephora!
    - Sephora by OPI gold nail polish - they were out of the Nars so I bought it as a stand in, but actually prefer it.
    - Sexy Hair Chocolation Soymilk Shampoo... mostly because I love smelling like candy.
    - Urban Decay Eye Potion Primer... my eyeshadow has never stayed so perfect.
    - I also repurchased my hands down favorite MAC eyeshadow (Jest).

    I made one disappointing purchase - Smashbox HD concealer. Not so hot on it, honestly my $ NYC coverstick from walmart offered better coverage. It is workable, but takes more time and is a bit more finikie.

    Tristian ~ I can't believe I left Nars Laguna/Orgasm off my list. I'm really obsessed with Deep Throat right now too... has anyone tried their all in one stick? It's a bit dear, but multipurposed! And Cargo Eyelighter is on my ;list to try for sure!

    Karen ~ I went and bought some Rimmel at London Drgus (woot 30% off this week), I'm stoked to try it, they have nice colors!

    Kat ~ Perhaps I will replace my Smashbox with the Korres concealer? I wear liquid liner daily, and honestly the one I always repurchase is NYC at Walmart. It is crazy cheap and even when I do crazy cateyes it doesn't flake (loop hole if you're rubbing at your eye). Have you tried gel liner? I have Quo creme liner (so it's liquid but in a semi solid state), with some shadow on top of it it is indestructible!

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    7/4/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Oh yah, Karin - have your tried CHI Silk Infusion serum? I was stuck between Biosilk Silk Therapy serum and the CHI. Based on price I took the CHI (it was on sale, I'm a sucker for sales), but I have heard such fantastic things about Biosilk, wondering how the two compare. I am happy so far with the CHI Silk.

  8. 7/4/2010 Karin F. says:

    Nope, Jenni, I've never tried CHI...I've learned that when I find something that works with my hair, not to change it up...and so I've stuck with Biosilk for quite some time now.  Very happy with the results :)

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    7/4/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    That's like me with my Charles Worthingon tamin serum (AKA - liquid hair crack). Knowing how much you love it I am going to try it once I get through my CHI :)

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    7/4/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    I'm just doing my first swap with MUA http://www.makeupalley.../
    I'd recommend it if you want to eliminate some of those extra items you have that you paid good money for and couldn't really use while getting something back that you CAN use.
    I just found something that was a discontinued item, and I'm really stoked about that.

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    7/5/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    Ohh!!  Love this!!!

    Covergirl Lash Blast-- amazing mascara
    She Umera eyelash curler - can't live without it
    Costco makeup brush set -- best set ever, buy one when they offer it (around Christmas time) -- great value!!!
    Mac Eyeshadow: Wood Winked (brown with gold shimmer)
    Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Beauty Serum - makes my skin feel silky after a week of use!
    Baking soda-- the ultimate face polish! Lightly scrub face with it in the shower for super clean feeling fresh skin.
    Avocado Oil-- A great moisturizer at night!

    That's all I've got... for now, haha.

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    7/6/2010 Sonya "Here to promote Wal-Mart" R. says:

    Yogurt as a face mask.. I'm into DIY beauty stuff right now, if you want to learn about it I picked up EcoBeauty by Janice and Lauren Cox at Whole Foods.
    I really love the Body Shop's lipstick in Soft Red and Physician's Formula shimmer strips for eyeshadows and highlighting.
    If you want a hair mask and are too lazy to DIY, I love Lush's Marilyn mask, it's for blonde hair so Jenni it would be perfect for you, but it also is amazing at softening hair.I use apricot and sweet almond oils for moisturizing, as well as castor oil (it is also amazing for strengthening nails and eyelashes/eyebrows.. it even thickens and darkens them). And apparently coconut oil is a natural sunscreen that protects you from free radicals, allows you to get vitamin D from the sun (which spf sunscreens block out), and lets you get an even, golden tan. MUA is an amazing resource! Found out all these things through them.

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    7/6/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Ooh, I'm glad this is back!

    @ Jenni - I ran out of the Korres concealer in a month!  It went waaay too quick, and after a lot of use, I discovered that it didn't last as long as I would like during the day.  Because it is a natural product it is a pretty light coverage makeup.  I need something a little thicker to deal with my under eye issues.  I am now trying out Smashbox High Definition Concealer.  It has a thicker coverage and seems to last pretty far into the day without much creasing under the eye.

    I'll try the gel or NYC liners.  I think they carry NYC at Shoppers, too.  Thanks for the tip!

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    7/7/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Cyndi - I **heart** Boots products. When I discovered Shoppers carried it I literally almost burst into tears and rang a friend in Ireland because it reminded me of Dublin (It was my London Drugs there).

    Sonya - I have been looking for a good hair mask. I think I need to make a trip to Lush!! I'm going to look up that book on Amazon now :) If you need coconut oil go to Galloways, I saw a thing of it for like $3 (days after I paid $10 for the same amount at Planet Organic).

    Kat - that\s disappointing on the Korres. I got that Smashbox concealer a few weeks ago and I'm not wild on it. But I have been using stick concealers for years. I have really heavy dark circles so covering them needs something awesome. I was looking at Amazing Cosmetic and another one (I totally can't remember the brand). I have a feeling my Smashbox is not going to last long I'm burning through it quickly!

    This is going to sound odd but I have two bruises on my legs (I'm a klutz and walk into things constantly + easily bruise = bad combo!) I'm going to test some out on my bruises to see how they hold up. I'm going to look like a crazy person but they're not much darker than my dark circles.

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    7/8/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Jenni - Ugh, I hear ya on the dark circles.  I've been using concealer since I was about 12.  I seem to be using a lot of the Smashbox stuff too.  It lasts into the day well, but I need to put on about 2 - 3 layers for it to cover.  I may just go back to my old standby of Clinique Quick Corrector.  It lasts many months and is applied with a little sponge tip applicator, but it's prone to creasing and not lasting throughout the day.  And that particular product is never at Sephora.  Or I'll just keep trying a new brand every month.  Le Sigh.  The other product they had me try was the Benefit Erase Paste.  I was split on that or the Smashbox to buy.  Maybe I should have gone with the Benefit.

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    7/9/2010 Luisa D. says:

    All I can say is that I've used Oil of Olay since I was 15 (with SPF since it became available) and people are always surprised by my age.  
    I am pretty much useless when it comes to make-up and hair but would love to learn some tips so thanks for starting this thread Jenni!

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    7/9/2010 Kat "don't get me started!" F. says:

    I just bought a new "Marilyn" boar bristle brush at Ulta (not sure if you have them in Vancouver? But you could probably get it at Sally Beauty Supply) and I'm loving it. I have really plentiful wavy hair and this is a great brush (so far) for straightening while blowdrying. No excessive round brushing and twisting required! It was $20.

    It just looks like this: http://www.salonblonde...

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    7/12/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Kat - I totally went to Sephora on saturday and applied Erase Paste to a dark bruise on my knee. The bruise was pretty much black, and it did lighten is significantly. It didn't totally cover it but I was getting really strange looks so I didn't do a proper job of it either. I don't think my knee is representative of all day wear, but it seemed to cover for several hours (did not set it wirth powder). I really want to try the Amazing Concealer http://sephora.com/bro... , but it's so dear!  I have been using my SmashBox sparingly, so basically I have had lightened circles instead of no circles. I should just start going to town on it so I can buy the next. I'm just pissed, because the stuff was $22 and I lost my receipt so I can't return. I bought L'Oreal Infallible concealer a while back and it did a much better job.

    Luisa - now you can just keep up to date on this little thread for all our secrets (muah ha ha!!)

    Kat - That brush looks very cool. And now I want one.

    Does anyone know a pretty pale pink nail polish which doesn't need twenty coats and doesn't take hours to dry. I went and grabbed OPI in "It's a Girl" and after two applications I have decided I hate it. It takes 5 coats, and last night literally 3 hours after I applied my polish I demolished the varish on my right hand. I need a new pretty pink!

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    7/12/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    Just to stir the pot a bit... OPI was one of the biggest offenders on the toxic chemicals in beauty products group. There was actually Formaldehyde and Toluene in the polish.  People put this stuff on their little girls nails and the kids put the fingers in their mouth too. Read an interesting article here:
    http://www.safecosmeti...

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    7/13/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Roanna - is it okay if I don't put my fingers in my mouth? Because their Nail Envy is the only thing that makes me have nails to speak of :S

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    7/13/2010 David L. says:

    What you eat is more important than what you put on your skin.  A variety of vegetables and fruits, fish, chicken, green tea, soy, nuts, and milk. That's what I try to eat and drink everyday.  Let's not forget about getting enough sleep and exercise.

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    7/13/2010 from Yelp for iPhone Kat "don't get me started!" F. says:

    re: pink polish

    I recently had a mani with OPI "Moon Over Mumbai" and I lovvvved it. Only two coats; lasted 8 days.

    I love Amazing Concealer too, nut because of my age I find it too thick so
    I apply after a thick undereye sunscreen and moisturizer.

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    7/13/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    @ Jenni - Oooh, the reviews for that Amazing Concealer look good.  And if you use half as much as the Smashbox then you are essentially breaking even.

    I like Nail Envy as well.  But I found a nail polish brand that is really nice (at a spa in Williams Lake, of all places) called ZOYA.  They are formaldehyde and toluene free, the colours kick ass, and the polish lasts.

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    7/13/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    It's difficult to find the right colour of under eye concealer, so I mix them, but even then it seems to require a finish powder. (Then you end up with wrinkles). Harder still, is trying to do this with more natural products.
    what's a girl to do?  ;-}

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    7/13/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    I hear ya, Roanna.  You must set it with powder, otherwise it's just a waste of concealer as it won't stay put.  I tried the natural products, like Korres, which was nice and the colour okay, but it was just too thin and I ran out so fast!  They explained at Sephora that with the natural products they can't get as thick of coverage as the non-natural products.  It's a shame, since I liked the Korres, but at $22 a pop, I can't afford that every month.  Plus all the packaging and waste from the applicators adds up when you buy them all the freakin' time.  What's a girl to do?  Well... either get asked if you've been punched in the eyes recently, puked, cried or all three on a daily basis, or shell out the bucks and cover up the bags.  Le Sigh.

    However, Jenni's suggestion of Amazing Concealer has the Sephora natural product stamp on it, so maybe it's a good bet.  I'm going to go try some out this week.  It gets a rating of 3 on the Skin Deep Database.

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    7/13/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Hmm after looking through the Skin Deep Database, it seems that Korres isn't really that great.  Perhaps that Amazing Concealer is my best bet, after all.  I hear my Visa groaning already.

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    7/13/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Sephora does have a good return policy.

    Before I make the 42 quid purchase I'm going to sephora w no makeup to test run it for a day. Good thing I'm flying through my smash box!

    Roanna - try an undereye collagen filler to reduce wrinkles. That's what I do!

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    8/23/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Have to share - I have been using Maybelline Falsies when I'm, well not wearing Falsies, and it's my new favorite mascara! The wand is easy to use and gives awesome lengthy and volume, even for those pesky to get at lashes! I've already repurchased.

    I also bought the Sally Hansen french manicure guide stickets as I have been doing my own manis ($2.99 for 200 strips at London Drugs) and am easily obsessed for the perfect polish job they help create. I also bought some little jewels at the night market last weekend and am having fun with them!

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    8/24/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Oh yah - Kat - Did you test out the Amazing Concealer. I am surprisingly still on my Smashbox but need a new one soon. I was testing out the samplers in Sephora and while I like the thickness, I was having a hard time finding the right color for my skin (common problem for me in fairness).

    I tested out Two Faced Absolutely Flawless concealer and was impressed by the coverage and blendability (tested it over a mole and it reduced it a hair amount). I may give a Mac one a go next round... I like their Studio Fix line.

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    8/24/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    @ Jenni - no I haven't tried the Amazing concealer out yet, as I am still on the Smashbox, as well.  I am sure it must be getting low now, though.  I am very fair as well.  I will probably go in with no makeup and get them to try out the Amazing Concealer on me before I buy, too.  I may scare some children along the way, but it will be worth it.  I haven't tried any of the Mac concealers.  Let us know how it goes if you try it.

    I got my Sephora birthday gift last month and it had a cool eye pencil in a metallic grey-blue.  Something I would never have bought myself, but I am loving it.  It's Sephora brand, and while not the greatest pencil, and doesn't stay in place very long, I love the colour.

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    8/25/2010 Trude H. says:

    I have discovered the perfect trio for my dark circles. I picked up some samples of Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Complex and for my eyes, it has been dramatic. Daytime I use Yves Rocher Actif Sensitive soothing anti-puffiness eye gel.

    For concealer, I have bought my second tube of Clarins Instant Light Perfecting Touch - no powder required for setting. It's a smooth, creamy formula which brightens the eye area, and other shadowy spots on the face.

    btw, if you ever see Toni, from Clarins doing makeup - he is brilliant - have him do your makeup. He is an artist!

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    8/25/2010 Luisa D. says:

    At Kitsfest I got free samples of Parissa's eyebrow waxing.  I haven't tried them yet but my daughter did and said it didn't hurt a bit.

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    8/25/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Trude - ooh good undereye tips! I heart yves roche, I'm going to need to order per your recommendation!

    Luisa - waxing my own brows scares me! Does it explain the shaping? I'm kinda curious to try it!

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    8/25/2010 Luisa D. says:

    I'll check it out myself and get back to you.  The strips are pretty small so I don't think it 'over'waxes.  Even my 18 year old "Metro' son (as Evilyn calls him) tried it.  Haha!

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    8/25/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    OMG hilarious! Look forward to the feeback on them!

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    8/25/2010 Trude H. says:

    @ Jenni - the Yves Rocher is on 2 for 1 right now! I heart Yves Rocher also. I like that all the ingredients are listed; then I can make an informed choice.

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    8/26/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Trude - No way!! Do you know how long the sale is on for? If it's until next week I know where some of my paycheque is going! My most favorite perfume ever is Yves Roche (coconut, it's so lovely and not overbearing), and I have always liked other products I have ordered.

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    8/26/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    So I can't read the entire thread lol!  After some of the others I just don't have it in me so here are my can't live withouts lol.

    1) Hair straightener - even though I have short hair now  I still need it
    2) SmashBox green face primer for those with redder skin, how the heck did I ever live without it lol
    3) Urban Decay eyeshadow primer.  Damn it's good for keeping my eyeshadow on!
    4) MakeUp Forever Duo Mat Powder Foundation - Can have it sheer or build it up!
    5) Dior DiorShow Blackout Mascara and DiorShow Maximizer Lash Plumping Serum
    6) Nars Orgasm Blush
    7) Oscar Blandi Dry Shampoo
    8) Hope in a Jar moisturizer for evening

    I could keep going!  Basically my whole make up train case would have to come with me lol.

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    8/26/2010 Trude H. says:

    Jenni - the brochure says until September 30/10. Try the coconut soap, it is incredible!

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    8/26/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Catherine - I have Nars Orgasm blush too! I didn't believe in blush until it came into my life. And it goes so nicely with the Laguna bronzer!

    Trude - crap, I don't need eye stuff right now but I think I may have to purchase anyways!!

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    8/26/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Jenni - Have you tried the Super Orgasm?  great for night time lol...it's sparkly!

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    8/26/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Catherine - I haven't tried that one, but it's pretty isn't it! I really like Deep Throat as well. And it makes me giggle they all have such naughty names (because i'm 12!!!!)

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    8/26/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    Jenni - I giggle too!  I will have to check out Deep Throat - I do love the names!

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    8/28/2010 Luisa D. says:

    @Jenni - I tried out the Parissa eyebrow strips. They're good for getting those really light, fine hairs that stray below the brow.  I often end up pinching my skin trying to tweeze those as I can't seem to do it with my glasses on.  You don't have to press the whole strip down either if you are trying to work around the shape of your brow.  I still had to pluck a couple of stubborn ones that were close to the main brow and I wanted to be careful.  I don't know how much they cost but if the price was reasonable I'd buy them.  This was way easier than threading and less painful than plucking.  Oh - I was able to do it with my glasses on too. :)

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    8/28/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Catherine - I'm glad I'm not the only one who giggles over the names!

    Luisa - Thanks for the update on them! I'm too much of a wuss to pluck (and I have a crazy amount of eyebrow naturally - not I say eyebrow as opposed to eyebrows). I was going to head to Surrey for a threading this weekend (though I need to try some places by me)... I'm tempted to go buy some and givem a go now!

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    8/28/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Jenni - There is a place on Belmont in New West that does threading if that is closer to you.  It's reasonably priced too.

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    8/29/2010 Gabby S. says:

    My sister sent me the Skin Deep website awhile ago so I've been phasing out the toxic stuff. I did buy a bunch of Smashbox shadow, primer, mascara but realized all the pretty shimmer is from crushed glass or whatever...I wear contacts and I started getting redness around my eyes. Not sure if it's a reaction to my Lancome or Smashbox.

    Eyeshadow: switched to Lavera (great when there's 20% discount at London Drugs); sometimes, I do add the shimmer powder on top of the Lavera powder
    Eyeprimer: BareMinerals
    Lip: Lavera but I love YSL fushia colours and Mac Lipglass
    Nails: Suncoat - waterbased but hard to take off
    Hair: Aubrey Organics
    Brushes: Quo (the black handled ones when it's 40%off at Shoppers), Mac

    Because I had a bad dye job, and had to colour the mistake, my hair became really really dry. I used to put a lot of conditioner, hair mask, deep oil treatment to hydrate it. Nothing worked until I switched to Aubrey Organics GPB shampoo and conditioner. My hair is so healthy now. I used to put in Biosilk but realized the alcohol will eventually cause damage. Now I use Jojoba oil. A drop goes a long way and I have thick long hair.

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    8/29/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Thanks Gabby, those are great tips!  I have been looking for good shampoos. I find most of the natural or paraben/sulphate free shampoos leave my hair heavy and not clean feeling. I think the ends of my hair could use some jojoba oil and I don't even dye mine.

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    8/29/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Gabby - I am going to have to get some jojoba oil now! My CHI seems to have gotten my hair into a much better state - but I get highlights so it is always being re-damaged. I love your recommendations, I want to use more organic products... but dang it I'm so addicted to Smashbox, Nars, Urban Decay  and Mac!!

    Have any of you mastered the art of curling your hair with a flat iron? I just tried it for the first time and I like the look. But I feel it could be improved. I have a cheap flat iron from Winners. Does anyone have a CHI or GHD. I'm kinda drooling over the GHD but it's sooo expensive! I did see they automatically convert voltage which is awesome for travelling, but it would have to be totally superior to justify.

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    8/29/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    If anyone is interested in the curling with a flat iron and hasn't tried it / curious about the look I went for today - http://www.youtube.com...

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    8/30/2010 Lex "Lextacular" B. says:

    For everyone thinking of purchasing eyeshadow primer:  Try using your liquid foundation first instead!  I use Clinique foundation (the lightest coverage kind) and when applied to my eyelids it works as a great eyeshadow primer!  I've been doing this for most of my life and it has never failed me.  My eyeshadow stays put - even mostly overnight on those weekends where "passing out" describes my decent into sleep the most accurately.

    Also, if anyone is looking for a really spectacular bronze shimmery eyeshadow - I've recently fallen in love with "baked" by Urban Decay.

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    8/31/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Lex - that's awesome. I've heard really good things about Clinique foundation, I need to try it out, and then try it as a shadow primer! And aren't those makeup still on mornings so rockstar!?

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    8/31/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    Hi Lex - I used to do that but still found it creased in my eyelids badly.  I then tried their "primer"/canvas and it was just as bad but for some the tip is useful :)!

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    9/1/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Yeah, I have problems with my eyelids because they are rather deep, I guess. And my skin tends to be a bit oily, so everything creases, including primers.  Sigh.

    Anyhow, it's Clinique Bonus Time coming up at the Bay in Metrotown if anyone needs to stock up.

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    9/2/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    I am a Sephoraholic lol.

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    9/2/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Kat - Try Urban Decay Potion for the eye primer.  Has worked wonders for me.

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    9/2/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Okay, I'll give it a go.  Thanks, Catherine!  It is at Sephora?

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    9/2/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    Yes, it's at Sephora.  Also if it doesn't work you can take it back for a refund.  Sephora has awesome return policies.

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    9/2/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Thanks!

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    9/2/2010 Lex "Lextacular" B. says:

    Jenni - I do LOVE being able to pass out somewhere other than my home and still have my eyeshadow look awesome!  (even if my eyelashes are a little crushed to one side.)

    My skin leans a tad towards the normal/dry side - so maybe the foundation-as-eyeshadow-primer doesn't work so wonderfully with oily skin.  :)  But normal or dry skinned ladies - give it a shot!

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    9/2/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    Awesome thread!
    These are my faves:

    Concealers: Vincent Longo (this one is creamier I like it for summer) and Bobbi Brown (comes with a concealer and powder!)
    Foundation: Bobbi Brown Luminous moisturizing formula
    Moisturizer: Dr. Haushka's Rozen Day cream - helps with the havoc the freakish weather is having on my skin
    Mascara: Dior Show
    Check out Napoleon Perdis, they have some great stuff - love their brushes and Nars and Mac dominate my makeup supply
    Zoya nail polish rocks!

    and 100% pure shea butter for moisturizing the really dry parts, or put a bit in the bath

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    9/2/2010 Trude H. says:

    Bobbi Brown Luminous  foundation is totally fabulous. I switched to BB from Chanel and have not regretted one face day. Get it at Holt Renfrew or Murale, or Nordstrom when you go to Seattle. The duty free at YVR is too pricey.

    I used the BB concealer for many years, it is smooth and creamy.

    Tonight I will put some 100% pure shea butter into my bath, and settle in with a new book. Thanks, Ema, for the great tip!

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    9/3/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    I have never thought to put the shea butter into the bath.  Where can I get pure shea butter?  I have uber sensitive skin so I always have a hard time finding things that don't irritate my legs in a bath.

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    9/3/2010 Trude H. says:

    Catherine - I use African Fair Trade Society 100% Shea Butter. I bought mine at the health food store that burned down, but a couple of stores on the Drive sell it. It's  $6.95 for 2 ounces.

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    9/6/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    Shea Butter is great in the bath - a little annoying to clean but way easier than trying to rub it all  over ;P
    if you like essential oils and stuff dont go here, you will get addicted : http://www.newdirectio.../
    you can get fair trade ,shea butter there for cheap and if you like diy melt down the shea butter, add some essential oil and maybe a bit of jojoba and put it in tins for gifts for your friends...if you have any left  

    You can also get shea butter from L'Occitane on Robson and Burrard (next to Coach) but it's SUPER expensive there!

    yea, the BB concealer is my go to. I just ran out and I am stuck with Shu Uemura  which is too thick, ugh

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    9/7/2010 Kate S. says:

    Jenni - GHDs are worth every single cent.  I've had mine for almost two years and I love them so much.  They are so speedy and do an amazing job.  I can't rave about them enough!!

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    9/7/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Good to know Kate! Did you buy yours here? If so do you know where in Vancouver I can find them? Their website is not helping me out and my trusty searches = websites that sell fake ones.

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    9/7/2010 Kate S. says:

    I bought mine back in New Zealand, where they are really popular.  I can't believe they're not really popular here - even salons don't seem to use them, which is weird (I wouldn't trust a hairdresser at home who didn't use GHDs to style!).
    I'm not sure where you can buy them here, sorry - but there are SO MANY frauds out there.  You can probably get them shipped from the official website, from the US or UK...

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    9/7/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    We get everything last in Canada! It sucks! I was price comparing and they are cheaper in Europe than in the US.... I'm visiting Dublin soon and like every salon there sells them so I may have to purchase. Only pain in the arse is the eternal need to use a power converter then :S But I'm impressed by the auto-voltage detector on it!

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    9/8/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Hey Jenni! I just got an email from Sephora and they now have the GHD flat iron you have been lusting over!

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    I have read this entire thread and it rocks my socks. I am excited to check out the essential oils link, the Yves Roche coconut perfume, and more! Here's a little somethin-somethin from me:

    I use i.d. bare minerals foundation and blush. I bought the intro kit a few months ago and still love it. Not sure if it would do the trick with dark eye circles, but I've def. noticed how even and glowy my skin is!

    I also use Pure Facial Moisture (Nourishing) from Suki for a moisturiser. I use 1-2 drops after a facial mist (Colorscience Spritzer). It's changed my skin quite a bit - from combination with lots of little dry patches to more smooth and even skin.

    I ordered the Suki stuff and mist from http://www.essentialda.... With my order came a bunch of freebies (which I love getting!!!). Plus, they sent a sample of Dr Hauschka Birch-Arnica Body Oil for sore muscles ... I have been using it after yoga or running and it is the best stuff!

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    9/8/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Kat - omg seriously? Clearly I'm going to Sephora like, tomorrow!

    Justine - I'm curious to try the bare minerals, glowly skin is a pro so has totally piqued my interested!

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    9/8/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    I am pissed.  My $95 Cortex flat iron chipped.  I hope that doesn't take away from it's practical use lol!

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    9/8/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Sonofa!

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    9/8/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    I am in love with this thread!!!!  Yay for girly awesomeness!!

    Question:  Have any of you tried Rapid Lash?  I'm curious....

    Have any of you tried the Morroccan Oil products?  I have the oil at home and it doesn't do anything for me... I feel confused b/c I've read such great things!

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    9/8/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Christine - my old ceramic was completely chipped which never bothered it (though using it abroad totally did *sad face*)

    Cyndi - I haven't tried Rapid Lash, but some total hearsay: my cousin has been using L'Oreal Double Extend and her lashes are definately fuller, she says they are longer too.

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    9/8/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Eeeeep I want!! http://www.ghdhair.com...

    No fair... $270CAD online from Sephora.... E160 (about $220CAD) in Ireland :S

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    @Cyndi - I have two Moroccon oil products -both by Yves Rocher, and they are wonderful. I use Tradition de Hamman, with Moroccon argan oil, which is a skin balm, and the bar soap. The soap is  luxurious, creamy oil in a bar. Very softening for the skin.

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    9/9/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Jenni - glad to hear that my flat iron will survive lol! I was right cheesed lol.

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    9/9/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    I went to Sephora today and no GHD for me. Sad face.... stupid getting killed pricing by American chains.

    I did go a little mental in MAC though. Yaaay! I am not officially obsessed with their lip color Myth.

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    9/11/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Just had to share - I got the MAC Studio Sculpt foundation (above post) and I'm in love. If you need medium to full coverage this stuff is awesome. It's thick but this sort of creamy/mousse-y texture. It easily covers my imperfections, does a good job hiding my dark circles on it own, and last really well even without primer. I'm not a fan of the packaging (plastic squeeze tube) but that's my only complaint.

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    9/12/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    If you had to pack in a hurry and could only take 3 makeup items to last you (for a few days trip)
    what would they be....?

    I am thinking: moisturizer, concealer (BB) and mascara (Dior)

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    9/12/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    I need to hit sephora soon for some new mascara - any suggestions? my fave is dior show but i feel like trying something new and fabulous

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    9/12/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Oooh Ema, fun game! I would bring:
    1. Foundation (Mac Studio Sculpt as mentioned above.)
    2. Mascara (Right now I'm obsessed with Maybelline Falsies)
    3. White eye pencil just because it's so diverse. (Right now I have a Prestige Waterproof which I really like)

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    9/12/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Ema - I have tried BadGirl which is either Benefit or Urban Decay.  Think it's the first but can't remember at the moment.  I am currently using Dior Show Black Out with Dior Show primer and loving it.

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    9/12/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    @jenni - white eyeliner eh...maybe it's time to find mine and see what it can do!

    @catherine - yes i think its benefit too, was it good? dior is pretty hard to beat, chanel didnt even come close! how do you like the dior primer? what does it do for you? I find the mascara stays on all day with no smudges so does it make them longer or even fuller?!

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    9/13/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Ema - do it! It's a great highlighter blended in on the brow and cheek bones, inner eye, and in the cupid's bow of one's lip. Gives a nice dewy appearance. Also works blended on the lid. And of course for tight lining one's eyes when short on zzz's. YouTube videos explain it all :)

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    9/13/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Ema - Dior show is the best I have come across.  I like the primer but it's actually more of a plumper.  I have long lashes but I also like to have them thick so it adds volume.  I LOVE it.  I have tried Lancombe, Clinique, Sephora brand, every drug store brand, BadGirl, MAC and a few others and Dior Show is the awesomest lol.

    I have lost the shea butter posts lol.  Is the liquid Shea Butter like an oil and a little cream at the bottom.  I saw something at shopper's for about 10 for the bottle and said it was liquid shea butter but it looked more like oil to me lol.  Maybe that's what it's supposed to be and i am just an idiot lol.

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    9/14/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    I bought the Urban Decay Potion Eyeshadow Primer on the weekend and so far so good!  Thanks for the tips, ladies!

    3 things I pack when I only need the basics include:

    1. Concealer - currently finishing up the last of my Smashbox, but Clinique Quick Corrector will do
    2.  Loose powder - Clinique
    3. Mascara - Whatever kind, as long as it is black and not clumpy.

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    9/14/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @Kat - Glad it's working so far.  I have deep eyes and oily skin and it's the only thing that's worked for me!

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    9/14/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    @catherine - i have never seen liquid shea butter... 100% pure shea is like a white butter, really thick though and slightly difficult to apply over large parts of your body. You can heat it up in the micro, or put it in the bath for all over body application
    - ok now i am totally going to try those ideas out! sounds like i need a soft pencil - do you have a fave brand?
    - yep, dior is the best i have tried too and I tried chanel, clinique, Lancome, MAC, Napoleon Perdis, shu uemura (they have a good waterproof one for lengthening), and tonnes of the ones sephora carries. the best drugstore brand i found was maybeline great lash but its not that good, certainly no where near dior, but its way cheaper!

    Anyone tried Armani,  Nars, Shiesdo or Guerlain's mascara?

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    9/15/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Kat - glad you like the urban decay primer. I am just using up my last bit of Smashbox. I think I've decided to to try MAC Studio line next.

    Ema - I haven't tried any of those brands. I typically buy drugstore for mascara (usuing L'Oreal I love Telescopic, Collagen, and Volumious from them). It looks like I'm going to have to try DiorShow now though!

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    9/22/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Had to share... I got the Sexy Hair Color Me Sexy Deep Moisture Treatment and it knocked my socks off! It's been too long since I had a trim and highlighting my hair has really dried it out so it was in rough shape, but now voila! Soft and silky hairs!

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    9/26/2010 Luisa D. says:

    Jenni - thanks for sharing about Maybelline Falsies.  I picked some up yesterday and my lashes looked smashing last night!

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    11/5/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    Hey ladies I am pulling this one out again.  I am back at the shea butter question...where can I get some for my bath?  I have been looking and looking and can't find it anywhere....booo!

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    11/5/2010 Justine V. says:

    This stuff is awesome: http://www.africanfair...
    I have the pure shea butter (organic non scented) and it is very thick ... you have to warm it up in your hands before it spreads ... It's great and I love it. I haven't tried their creams or lotions but I am sure they are just as awesome.

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    11/5/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    There is a L'Occitane store on burrard that sells some in pretty tins: http://ca.loccitane.co...
    or you can order online for cheaper here : http://www.newdirectio...
    I have ordered from new directions before and they are good, and a way cheaper option!

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    11/5/2010 Trude H. says:

    @Justine I love that product. I have used it for a couple of years now, and recommend it highly. $6.95 for a 2 ounce jar; solid shea butter, no fillers.

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    11/5/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    I thought I would throw this out there in case anyone felt like parting with their empties....I sooooo need a new lipstick right now....if anyone is downtown and has any empty MAC cosmetics they are willing to part with I would love you forever!

    If you have more than one maybe I could bribe you with something :)

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    11/6/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    I finally purchased the Amazing concealer that we talked about before. It has been a bit tricky getting used to because it is so thick, but I am starting to like it. You only need to use the tiniest amount, which has been my major mistake, trying to use too much. The coverage is very good, but it has an oily texture which I find a bit more difficult to work with. If you end up using too much it will definitely crease under your eyes. I think this stuff requires a good primer which I don't have. That may help. Anyhow, the 43 bucks was worth it since I am sure I will be using it all year.

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    11/6/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    which concealer is that? have you tried using a brush or the egg shaped blending sponge? i find that helps with the thicker concealers

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    11/6/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    It is from Amazing Cosmetics. Just called amazing concealer. They have it at Sephora.  I haven't used a sponge or brush because I use it for under my eyes and normally I have found my finger is best for that area.  I have pretty severe marks under my eyes that are difficult to cover. I have a foundation brush and will give it a try, though.

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    11/6/2010 Trude H. says:

    @Kat - I've started using a brush for concealer and once I got used to it, find it is better than my finger. I think I might go to Sephora and try out your recommendation. Clarins changed the formula on the one I have been using. Now it has oats in it - and it is not as effective as in the past. Do oats give you horse type eyes?

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    11/6/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Ha, horse eyes.  Thanks for the tip, I shall try the brush.

    The ingredients in the amazing concealer are quite safe, too. More so than most of the other products out there according to the safe cosmetics database.

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    11/6/2010 Stephanie M. says:

    Cyndi - Thanks for the Costco makeup brush set tip; I definitely need to check that out!

    I also love Maybelline Shiny-Licious lip gloss and Lise Watier eyeshadow (the one with brown and gold tones is my fave).

    Boots in the UK is awesome! Don't know what I would have done without it while I was there. My cousin introduced me to their awesome nail polish remover pads; SO convenient! :)

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    11/7/2010 Karen "Kwoww" R. says:

    I bought tights at Joe Fresh for $5 each and they are awesome. They are a really good opaque - they're really sturdy and the colours are gorgeous. I bought the burgundy, eggplant, navy and nightshade (dark grey). For $5 they are a steal!

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    11/8/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    @ Karen - was that at the flagship store?  I bought tights (dark grey) from Superstore and I think they were $8.  Now I feel ripped off.  Damn.

    @ Trude - Thanks for the brush tip.  I think it is working well with that concealer.  Yay!

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    11/8/2010 Trude H. says:

    @Kat you are welcome. The $5  tights are in the Joe section of Superstore. They are really super.

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    11/8/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    Thanks for the Shea Butter tips. I saw some at Alive Health Centre which was unscented but didn't know that was the way it's supposed to be until I came back here ha ha ha. I think I will have to check out the New Directions as the cost is fantastic in comparison.

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    11/9/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    @Karen those tights sound great!! I guess I can't rely on Superstore for carrying enough stock anymore... will have to check it out now...

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    11/9/2010 Dave S. says:

    Alright girls im here what are we talking about?

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    11/9/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    What are your secret beauty tips, Dave?

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    11/9/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    I have just started wearing tights so I am glad to see there are places that have them at a reasonable price lol.  I LOVE this thread.

    Dave - how do you keep your youthful look?

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    11/10/2010 Suze "Mamma Mia!" D. says:

    I posted this on a separate thread and it was suggested I should post it here:

    I have a trick you have to know if you ever break your pressed powder shadows or makeup compacts.

    Find the purest isopropyl  alcohol you can get (99% is available at the Superstore). Add a very small amount to the broken makeup and using a chopstick or other small implement, stir and keep adding a few drops at a time until you have a nice creamy consistency. Flatten out the top as best you can then let it sit overnight to dry. Voila! You've got usable makeup again.

    You'll find that this works just great, though with larger compacts such as mineral makeup, the hardness won't be close to what the original. It will break easier, but at least you can use it!

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    11/10/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Thanks, Suze!

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    11/10/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    Thanks Suze!

    I have a tip too that might help people.  I tend to get deodorant over a lot of things, especially black clothes, or sometimes it just doesn't completely come out in the wash.  Use a nylon over it, scrubbing it, and poof the white sightly stuff disappears!

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    11/10/2010 Dave S. says:

    Okay so
    @Catherine IKR!!! tights are the best, and frugal is sooooo in.
    @Kat Avocado rubs twice a week ;) Oh and I totally do bikram all the time, it really gets me in touch with my better side.

    Do I fit in yet

    /rocks back and forth sobbing.

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    11/10/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    You are adorable. *smile*

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    11/10/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Great tips, Dave. =)

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    11/29/2010 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    I freak out about chemicals and use all-natural products, so here are my tips for all you other cautious types/closeted hippies like me...

    * Rocky Mountain Soap Company has delicious, moisturizing lip balms for $4!!!! (see my review)
    * Green Beaver (available at Whole Foods) has an amazing pineapple facial cleanser that actually fights breakouts, and a lightweight moisturizer
    * Avalon Organics mint shampoo and conditioner keep my hair strong and shiny
    * Alba kukui nut body oil is a great moisturizer that smells like cotton candy and keeps skin soft
    * honey and quick oats are a great facial exfoliator in the shower, and for the body, honey with sea salt works great. No salt on the face, people.

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    11/29/2010 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    PS: Glad to read that coconut oil and shea butter are UV protectants. Going to pick some up! Thanks, YELPers!

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    11/29/2010 from Yelp for iPhone David "this is awkward" W. says:

    I hear waters pretty good for you. Not only lots of it on your inside but also washing yourself with it too. ;)

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    11/29/2010 Suze "Mamma Mia!" D. says:

    @Kari.. I had no idea that coconut oil was a UV protectant! I wonder what the SPF value is.
    I started using it a couple of years ago and I never burn anymore.. lol no wonder!

    @David W. YES Water IS the best beauty product there is. I notice a huge change in my skin if I'm not drinking enough.

    I also take baths instead of showers most days. There is nothing like soaking in a hot tub to rejuvinate you. Instead of using soap, I just scrub with a face cloth everywhere and only use a tiny bit of soap on my underarms. Soap just messes up my girly parts so I have to be very careful with it. Soaking + Facecloth Friction really is all you need and your skin will find your skin extremely soft and lovely. The water softens all the dead skin cells which come off easy with that facecloth.. chemical free.

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    11/29/2010 Gina "Argentina" I. says:

    My ultimate item for the face is Benefits 'Erase Paste'. It's a great under eye concealer that covers up those pesky bags!

    Hair: Pureology shampoo for colour treated hair. Best shampoo ever. Also straightens.

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    11/29/2010 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    @Suze and @David W.

    Yes, water is the best. Drink tons of it. My body gets grouchy if I don't have enough water or veggies.

    I also wonder what the SPF of coconut oil is! Time for some internet homework...

    Washcloths are great for exfoliating. If soap messes your skin/lady bits up, what about bars that are made of olive oil? They're really gentle and non-irritating, or straight-up olive oil works too. One of my culinary teachers (who is Italian) said that his grandma used olive oil and tight up until the end (94 years or something?) she had the most amazing skin.

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    11/29/2010 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    *right up.

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    11/29/2010 Sonya "Here to promote Wal-Mart" R. says:

    Kari, from what I know the SPF is around 8. i have extremely unscientific research to back that up, so please tell me what you find. i've been meaning to brush up on that...

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    11/29/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    I finally got some shea butter.  So i just dump a bit in the bath and that's all?  It's too oily for me to use directly on my skin so I hope that I can just put it in the bath.

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    11/29/2010 Trude H. says:

    @Catherine - I just use a little nub of product in the bath. It does make it slippery, so be careful. When your skin is still damp, apply the shea butter to dry spots, and it just melts right in.

    Let us know how it turns out!

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    11/29/2010 Nicole "beerandkitties" F. says:

    I also use liquid foundation as a base for my eyeshadow!

    Right now my favourites aaaaaaare:

    -Urban Decay's "Honey" eyeshadow. This is the goldest eyeshadow I've EVER seen. My roomie actually went out and bought it herself because she didn't want to keep borrowing mine. It is SO perfect! It looks sort of mustard yellowy before you put it on, but don't let that scare you! It looks AMAZING. I promise, and I constantly get compliments when I wear it. Pretty much any Urban Decay eyeshadow is freaking fantastic.

    -"High Beam" complexion enhancer by Benefit. Rub a bit along your cheekbones and you'll have the most amazing glow! Especially in photos. Go rub some on in Sephora with the tester, you'll see.

    -Bedhead's shampoo for brunettes. I just have black dyed hair, but I bought this because it smelled like caramel-y deliciousness. Everyone who sniffs my head tells me I smell just like cookies.

    That's all I can think of right now. I may add more later! :)

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    11/29/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Have to throw out there I got my ghd... it's amazingness defined!

    I also picked up DiorShow mascara. I like it, but think I'm preferring my tube of L'Oreal Collagen strangely enough. I got the blackout one though, and I do like how dark it is.

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    11/30/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    @Nicole F I want to smell your cookie hair!

    I love the L'oreal liquid eyeliner... it glides right on with a fine tipped brush. I've tried the sponge tipped liquid liners and ended up looking like a drag queen. C'est la vie.

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    11/30/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    eyeliner and I have an interesting relationship lol.  LIquid ones and I aren't friends lol.

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    12/1/2010 Gina "Argentina" I. says:

    Cyndi that is my eyeliner too.. I have mastered the art of liquid liner.

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    12/1/2010 from Yelp for iPhone Cara "Rouge" P. says:

    Origins at the Bay is amazing for skincare!! All natural, no parabens, no additives, no bad stuff!! Cheaper and better than Aveda.  And smells nicer too!  I love it all!!  :)

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    12/1/2010 Ema "sugarplums" J. says:

    @catherine: to use it in the bath run a small amount under hot water (like a tsp-tbs). if you want to use it directly on really dry spots make sure to work it in your hands first so that it is smooth and warms a bit, its easiest to apply on hot damp skin so you could always just use any non melted bits you find in the bath :)

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    12/2/2010 Ainsley "Big Daddy Love" D. says:

    No secrets neccessary here, this is all, 110%, natural...no creams, potions or lotions...

    BOO YAH!

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    12/2/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    Have any of you ever had a fashiony type come to your house and give your wardrobe a makeover? I need this!

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    12/2/2010 Trude H. says:

    I know someone who uses a "dresser" named Marianne Greaves, who worked for Zonda Nellis for many years, cutting and crafting beautiful garments. I want to use Marianne myself, the results are so stunning! Marianne does image coaching and wardrobe crafting. She is truly an artist.

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    12/2/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    @ Ema - thanks so much for the tip :).  Can't wait to get the chance to use it lol.

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    12/2/2010 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    @Cyndi

    The last job I worked before entering the culinary field was at Changes Clothing & Jewellery Bar as a fashion stylist. If you set up a Diva Den, it's a personalized shopping party where one of the staff helps you find easy, fun outfits that are the most flattering for your lifestyle, shape, colouring etc. You can also bring a few favourite pieces from home and they can show you different ways to mix and match it up with new items. Rhonda is amazing at that.

    If you want someone to come to your house, though, and purge your closet of anything that doesn't make you feel 150% hotness, contact Shelley Davies of Details Modern Order. She's a professional organizer of homes and offices, can see if there's anything in your closet that is consignment-worthy (and bring it to Changes for you, to try and sell it), and her clients then often visit Changes for one of those fabulous Diva Dens.

    What I liked best about shopping with clients there was that there were so many different labels in the store so there was bound to be something cute that fit, as opposed to having to go to a lot of stores where the clothing at some didn't work with certain body types. I couldn't wear trousers from The Gap until they invented The Curvy Fit after realizing that women have asses!

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    12/3/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    Wow Kari!! That sounds like just the thing I need! I have sooo many clothes I just suck at putting them together to make great outfits... so I'm not looking to buy many things, I just want to use my current wardrobe, and purge the items that I'm in denial about. Thanks for the super dooper informative answer! : D

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    12/3/2010 Sonya "Here to promote Wal-Mart" R. says:

    Cyndi, if you want some fashion inspiration, you can check out http://TheGlamourai.com... the clothes may not be relatable, but they are fun :) I have learned a lot about the closet stuff from What Not to Wear and from reading a lot of fashion blogs.

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    12/8/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    So I finally used the shea butter in the bath today.  OMG I am in love.  I got an organic shea butter that's lavendar scented and it was so great on my skin and relaxing.  I have uber senstitve skin and can't use lotions after a bath or shaving so this is a grat alternative....thanks ladies for the tip :)!

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    12/8/2010 Trude H. says:

    @ Catherine, once you've Shea'd, you don't go back! You are welcome!

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    12/8/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    No kidding Trude!  It's awesome.  I think I need to pick up some unscented so I can add my gingerbread scented bubble bath too it lol.

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    12/9/2010 Colene "good to the last drop" C. says:

    Cyndi: you are an awesome dresser, you're not as bad as you make yourself out to be :)

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    12/9/2010 Christine "comma wrangler" R. says:

    You're beautiful just as you are.

    @Kari - thanks for the info, I could use a personal dresser myself!

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    12/9/2010 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    Awww thanks guys : ) xox

    @Catherine Lavender Shea butter? I must get some of that!!!!! Since Medina's lavender mochas, lavender has become a love in my life... Where'd you get the lavender shea? Alive?

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    12/9/2010 Catherine "Wacky Whiskers" W. says:

    I got it at Donald's Market in new westminster but I know that the Bentall Centre Alive carries it as well.  They just aren't as friendly lol.

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    12/9/2010 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    @ Christine R -- No problem! :)

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    12/11/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    I love that this thread provides us endless tips... and now feel like I need to go get shea butter :D

    Had to give a shout out to a new product - although I've just purchased it and tried to for the first time today (so this could be sheer coincidence but I doubt it) - I got Macadamia Natural Oil Nourishing Leave In Cream.  I hate my natural hair texture as it can't figure out if it's curly, straight or wavy, and frizzes no matter what it does if untreated. Today I just put in this Nourishing Leave In Cream and let it air-dry to do its thang, and I can definitively say this is a very rare day as I would say I'm having a good hair day without having manipulated my hair. It's not frizzy, and the wave ended up fairly consistent. It smells divine as well :)

    If anyone else is interested in trying it I got it at Winners downtown, it's $16.99.

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    1/11/2011 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Another product shout out - Baptiste Dry Shampoo. They currently have it [cheap] at the Winners downtown. Brought my hair from "I probably should have washed it last night" to "It looks like I washed it last night." It's seriously the best one I've tried.

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    1/11/2011 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Any of you ladies have tips for liquid eyeliner?  I am just terrible at applying it.

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    1/11/2011 Lex "Lextacular" B. says:

    Are you using a brush or pen?

    I tend to not like the pens because they run out fast and you have less control over thickness. The brush kind is my choice and my advice is just practice!  Practice on your hand.  Apply in one clean line, don't try to use more than one stroke.

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    1/11/2011 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    I had a pen, but didn't like that it would go dry when I was halfway down my eyelid.  So I bought one with a brush.  But I find, even though I wipe the brush on the edge of the container when taking it out, I find the application of the liner very irregular, so it is quite bumpy looking when it goes on.  Do I need to just put a lot on the brush?  
    Thanks, Lex!

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    1/11/2011 Lex "Lextacular" B. says:

    I find having a brush full works.  Just wipe once lightly on the lid for any really excessive drips.

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    1/11/2011 Gina "Argentina" I. says:

    One tip since Jenni O. just mentioned buying product at Winners - don't! They re-bottle, the products are old (why do you think they're sitting on a Winners shelf on sale??)

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    1/19/2011 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    @Gina They re-bottle? Dang! I mean, the product is the same but...  How did you find out that they do that?

    Have any of you had a haircut with thermo-scissors before? I'm curious.

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    2/14/2011 Trude H. says:

    My Sister's Closet on Commercial Drive closes it's doors forever this Sunday, Feb 20/11. Yesterday, I picked up last year's DKNY wool blend cardigan for...$6.00!!!!!! There is fresh stock every day... some stunning deals.

    Lots of designer stuff. Jax, Wear Else, etc, I hate to share as I want all the scoops!!!!

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    2/16/2011 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    Oh no! MSC is such a solid thrift shop. Bummer! I'll try to check it out before it closes. Thanks for the heads up, Trude!

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    2/16/2011 Trude H. says:

    MSC has a lot of stuff to sell off.

    The downtown store, right across from the Gathering Place, will remain open. I think the closing of MSC is a real loss to our neighbourhood.

    Yelpers might want to try HOB, on Dunbar.(at 18th) I got an Ellen Tracy pure silk scarf there for $4. Really gorgeous selection of stuff, and they have HOB too, just up the street for homewares.

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    2/18/2011 Lady "Put a  little love in your heart!" G. says:

    No soap! Your skin doesn't need soap to get clean. Remove oil and dirt and make-up with oil!  

    Use an oil like Alba Botanica's  Organic Kukui Nut Oil.  Put a quarter size dab in your palm, put it on your face and neck, massage for a minute, get a Norwegian 'Norwex brand' anti-bacterial facecloth, dampen with hot/warm water and take off the oil.

    BTW, Norwex  is an all-natural cleaning line from Norway.  You don't use detergents or cleaning products- you use water.  And the cloths are anti-bacterial from the silver thread or something- not from some weird shit.

    Norwex-yaay!  Toxic chemicals-boooooo!

    To find out more about how 'green' or SAFE your cosmetics are go to
    http://www.cosmeticsda.../

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    2/18/2011 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    Oooh I use Alba's kukui nut oil. It's so amazing and smells like a cross between vanilla and cotton candy.

    Cosmetics Database is great. I freaked out after seeing what was in some of my makeup and am glad to have that info.

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    2/18/2011 Lady "Put a  little love in your heart!" G. says:

    By the way, my sister and her family gave up shampoo years ago.  I know, sounds 'eeeuh.

    Find out more at
    http://www.naturemoms....

    My blonde sister's uber-straight hair is now wavy.  It grows faster and looks healthy.
    I was the brunette sister with thicker hair, I always beat her in 'hair growing out ' contests and I was the sister  with no split ends.

    It's really remarkable how her hair looks now.

    I think the only thing that scares me is the 'stink' factor.  Will me scalp get dandruff?  Will I look greasy? (yes, for a while.)  Will I have an unclean stinky head?  No.

    But I'm a cook professionally so I like to 'get cleaned up' after work.  Showering and shampooing are....habit forming.

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    2/18/2011 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    A friend of mine has been doing the no 'poo thing with her hair and it looks great.  I have been planning on starting soon, as well.  I always find the natural shampoos leave a lot of build up in my hair, so this seems like a good alternative.

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    2/18/2011 Lady "Put a  little love in your heart!" G. says:

    I'm not sure if  it's still made but...

    A Canadian shampoo/conditioner company  called Curelle is super 'clean' (a.k.a. non-toxic.)
    They had a build-up remover for a once a week treatment.  I'm not sure if they still make it.  Anyhooo, I hope that helps you, Kat S.

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    2/18/2011 Malloreigh "Skinny Vegan Wino" M. says:

    I really, really like my Lush "Seanik" shampoo bar. It helps the natural curl in my hair come out, because it contains seaweed and other ocean-y ingredients. I just want my hair to look like it does after I swim in the ocean, but clean instead of disgusting!

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    2/21/2011 Cyndi "Ginger Ninja" H. says:

    Lush shampoo bars are so great... handy for travelling too.

    I just want to put a word out there to *not* buy the Maybelline Falsies mascara. It wears thinly while clumping my eyelashes together. Boo. I totally fell for the Knight Rider music in the commercial!

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    2/21/2011 Trude H. says:

    @Cyndi - all of my mascara horror stories are with Maybelline.

    @Lady G - I tried the baking soda and vinegar hair clean last night - my hair looks like a giant puff ball it has so much body!

    Has anyone else tried the baking soda paste yet? It does rinse out really well, although the vinegar odour in the shower was a bit...odd!.

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    2/22/2011 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    @Malloreigh Oooh, I used Seanik before! It was awesome!!!!!

    @Trude I haven't yet, but will when my hair grows out. My hair is thick and short, and if it puffs out right now, it will be a crazy mini afro. LOL!

    @Everybody: I have found the most amaaaaazing thing!!! Rocky Mountain Soap Company's breakout buster!! It's like a giant lip balm tube ($8) full of essential oils like peppermint and tea tree oil. At first I was wary that it would clog my pores because it looks oily/waxy, but it glides on clearly, and kills off any spots/upcoming blemishes. I let it do its thing when I'm at work (I don't wear makeup) or when I'm sleeping. Take that, PMS hormone zits!! It's so faboo that I'm picking one up for my bro and one for my man. Yay happy skin! :D

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    2/22/2011 Mira "punch buggy purple" S. says:

    Cover Girl lip stains, Loreal sublime airbrush spray tan, Kiss me mascara

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    3/4/2011 Lady "Put a  little love in your heart!" G. says:

    @ Trude
    Giant puffball, eh?  That's my look in Vancouver.  The damp is bad news for my naturally kinda wavy hair.  Here, in the Okanagan,  I look normal-ish.   There, in Vancouver, my hair suddenly wants to do 'let's revisit the 70's natural huge afro look.'

    I did the baking soda and vinegar rinse 'shampoo' this week too.  I didn't like the  feel of my unconditioned hair.  It wasn't sleek looking at all.  I usually wear my hair slicked back into a tight ponytail for my work.  (Cook.)  I didn't like all the wispy pieces everywhere.

    Hey, I just started using Himalaya  Herbal Healthcare's Exfoliating Walnut & Wood Apple Face Scrub.  It's really gentle and smells great!

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    3/7/2011 Suze "Mamma Mia!" D. says:

    If you ladies don't mind, I'd like to yelp about the most awesomest glass cleaner ever.

    No it's not beauty, and not girly, but any girl wants to know how to have a perfectly clean mirror to gaze into lovingly at her beautiful reflection!

    The product is called "Invisible Glass" and along with a clean microfiber cloth you will find there is nothing that beats it. No streaks and no residue at all to help new dirt stick.. therefore you are not cleaning as often!

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    3/7/2011 Suze "Mamma Mia!" D. says:

    oh totally forgot, you can get it at Costco.. three cans for about 12 bucks :)

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    3/7/2011 Lady "Put a  little love in your heart!" G. says:

    Do you get excited about new, improved laundry detergent too?  ;)

    I'm a biatch!

    I was just laughing with my co-workers today about unrealistic ads on TV.

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    3/7/2011 from Yelp for iPhone Dan "Duke of Seoul" J. says:

    My make-up artists have shared some neat tricks with me over the years. Some you might have heard of.

    Preperation H. Around the eyes reduces puffiness. And, if you pluck your eyebrows and have Anbesol handy, apply it beforehand to reduce pain. (It's a topical anesthetic.)

    There's a brand of eye drops you can get in Europe that make your eyes glimmer and it enhances the colour. Not FDA approved though so can't get it in Canada or US.

    I also tell models to drinks lots and lots of water before a shoot. Wrinkles are mostly caused by dry skin. Stay hydrated & moisturize. Many models stay away from coffee entirely. Sucks to be them.

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    3/7/2011 from Yelp for iPhone Dan "Duke of Seoul" J. says:

    For guys with beards, use hair gel instead of shaving cream. It does the same thing but you can see better where to trim.

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    3/8/2011 Crystal "Queen of the Yelp-i-dom aka Yelp Ambassador" H. says:

    Love that this thread is still going strong!

    Just went on a tear through Sephora - woot woot!

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    5/6/2011 Lex "Lextacular" B. says:

    Hi girly thread,

    I am trying to dye my hair dark/vibrant/deep/maybe almost black RED on a box-dye budget.  I used Feria "true red" last night and it's a little too brown/orange/natural for me.  Can anyone recommend something a little darker and less natural that's still red?  Does such a product exist?  Thanks!!

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    5/6/2011 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    I love this thread.  

    Sorry, Lex.  I have no suggestions, but that colour sounds amazing.  I hope you find what you are looking for.  
    Oh Feria... I remember using that stuff.  I think I went for the Chocolate Cherry, or something like that, back in my youth.

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    5/6/2011 Trude H. says:

    This is one of my fave threads, too. I used Feria, back in the days, and remember that the colour faded quickly.

    Then I switched to budget-busting highlights, done by a pro. Then I was bald for a very long time, due to chemo. Now I have an amazing gun metal grey, my new hair is interesting, to say the least!

    My question to all of you - which eye make up remover is best? I've been using Reversa, but it leaves smears.

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    5/6/2011 Lex "Lextacular" B. says:

    I inherited some Marcell make-up remover for sensitive eyes from a guy friend (he bought it to remove zombie make-up and then didn't need it) and it works amazingly well!  It even takes off that crazy stay-on-forever-and-ever lipstick.  And I'm not afraid to say - I can be known to wear a LOT of eye make-up.  Like, "set your make-up gun to whore" a lot of eye make-up.

    http://marcellecosmeti...

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    5/6/2011 Luisa D. says:

    A friend of mine told me about Maybelline's SuperStay after I commented on her lip colour. I got some and I really like it. I'm going to get some more colours for sure. http://www.maybelline....

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    5/8/2011 Kari "Hungry like the wolf" C. says:

    I'm using Korres (mostly-natural line, as I call it) lip balm in quince (sheer pink) and lipstick in fuschia (sheer HOT pink with a little sparkle). Amazing!!!!

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    5/27/2011 Rachel "Foxme" F. says:

    Best product I have used in ages that I have totally converted several of my friends to is from a brand called Viva Health. I have used their gel exfoliator and their anti-wrinkle cream. THG as far as I am concerned. All natural and made locally, you can get it at Whole Foods, Capers, all around the Lower Mainland.

    Their Amaze Gel is basically the best exfoliator I have ever used. Gentle, but effective. Only requires a tiny amount. Spread it on thin, wait a few seconds, rub in circles and all of a sudden grey pulp - YOUR DEAD FACE SKIN - starts coming off. It's incredible. I have totally noticed a difference in my pores in the past month or so that I started using it. It's very, uh, satisfying because you see the "cornified layer" (their term, not mine) come off. Very effective. A little pot the size of a lipbalm costs about $9 and lasted me about 2 weeks, using it more-or-less daily. The more often you use, the better. No weird smells, stinging, etc. Just very bright skin.

    I also started using their anti-wrinkle cream which is a fantastic moisturizer... it's rich but not oily, my skin is happy. The first pot I bought I ended up taking back as it has an odd, almost metallic smell... I think it was rancid. Which is fine because it's all natural and that happens. Capers exchanged it no problem.

    If you are looking for a fun new product to liven up a dull Saturday night (oh wait, that's my life) then buy the gel. If vacuuming, sanding wood or painting walls is something you find satisfying then your heart will pitter-patter when you see the balls of dead grey skin come off your face.

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