I know, I know... I'm a GG. Before anyone hangs me up by my toenails (jk I know you wouldn't. Y'all love me 
) let me explain why I am posting this here:
1. GG's, for the most part, come out of the womb learning how to do our makeup and hair.
2. I think you need a thread so you can swap tips that are aimed particularly at TG's. I'm just laying down some basics. We already have a "main" thread to post looks.
3. SCC is coming up AND I AM SO MAD I AM NOT GETTING TO GO... we unfortunately are having to move around that time. Anyways, I know everyone wants to look like the fine beeyotches we know you are, just amplified slightly, and there was a lot of makeup talk going on in the SCC thread.
4. I do a lot of free-lance makeup artist work so I know a thing or two about different facial shapes, tones, and skin types. I also went to cosmetology school so I eat, sleep, and breathe beauty products.
Anyways, I really decided to post this when Sarah and I were talking makeup for the Doctor Who convention we are going to at the end of the month. *insert squeal of excitement* I'm going to break my tips up into different posts. Oh and of course EVERYONE is welcome to post here and if any mods think this thread should be moved then go ahead.
PS- would anyone be interested in me posting tutorial videos?
LET'S TALK SKIN
Everyone wants beautiful skin. The ideal skin type is even-toned, youthful in appearance, and radiant. Unfortunately, some of us (aka me) are having to work with what we got... dry patches, uneven tone, acne scars, dark circles, dull appearance... While my skin is not perfect by any means I have come up with a regimen that has greatly improved my horrible skin! This is my nightly routine.
Step One: Drink a lot of water. Your skin will be the first to tell on you if you aren't drinking enough H2O.
Step Two: Remove makeup. Never ever ever ever go to bed with your makeup still on. You're asking for comedones, which are those gross white or blackheads, to pop up all over your face. My favorite makeup remover is Pond's Cold Cream (http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=17105&catid=182285&aid=338666&aparam=17105&kpid=17105). I used to work at a nursing home and there were several women who were in their nineties and had the most beautiful skin. All of them swore by this stuff. It's a classic for a reason! Not to mention the fact that I sort of feel like a 1920's movie star using it. lol. It smells a bit like baby powder and if you have a sensitivity to mineral oil you might want to stay away. I slather it onto my whole face, let it sit and dissolve all my makeup, and then run a wash cloth under warm water and place it over my face. Then I wipe it off. Coconut oil is a great alternative to this.
Step Three: Cleanse! You can actually stop with the cold cream or coconut oil. On my lazy nights that is all I do. However, sometimes I want to feel really clean and I follow up with a cleanser. Personally, my husband and I use African Black Soap. It works for me, but it may be too harsh for others. Every three nights I exfoliate. Here is my cheap and effective trick- Plain aspirin. Yup. I grab a few, sprinkle some water on them, then rub them into a paste and apply to my slightly damp face. This is also great if you have breakouts because the aspirin reduces the swelling!
Step Four: Tone like Olivia Newton John in the 80's! This is a great way to know if you got everything. Because I prefer cheap and effective products, I use apple cider vinegar. It has so many benefits, including balancing your skin's PH level. Use one part organic apple cider vinegar to two parts distilled or filtered water. Apply with a cotton pad. The smell goes away, I promise!
Step Five: Moisturize! For night time you need something a bit heavier... Again, I use coconut oil for this, but it's not the best for everyone! For drugstore night creams, I recommend Pond's Dry Skin Cream (http://www.makeupalley.com/product/showr...isturizers)... seriously, you can't go wrong with the classics! For day time I use Cerave ( http://www.dermstore.com/product_Moistur..._32781.htm).
Optional: PAMPER YOURSELF! We can't always afford to head to the spa, so bring the spa to your bathroom. Light a candle, turn on some soothing music, and run a bubble bath. Cleanse your face and steam it with a damp wash cloth, then apply a face masque. My favorites include this mint julep masque (http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/queen-helene-masque-mint-julep/ID=prod7481-product?ext=gooBeauty_PLA_Masks_Strips_ampersand_Peels_prod7481_pla&adtype=pla&kpid=sku307481&sst=4b279af9-caea-41b2-96bc-a87ac6ba3c0f) or this mud masque (http://www.swansonvitamins.com/queen-helene-mud-pack-masque-8-oz-cream?SourceCode=INTL405&CAWELAID=1269608370&mkwid=5mnjfIJw&pcrid=54347464447&gclid=CPf1grfN6r4CFUZp7AoddQgAsQ). Try to avoid your delicate eye area when applying! Leave them on while you relax in the bath or read a book. When you rinse them off with cool water your face will feel baby soft... don't forget to moisturize!
) let me explain why I am posting this here: 1. GG's, for the most part, come out of the womb learning how to do our makeup and hair.
2. I think you need a thread so you can swap tips that are aimed particularly at TG's. I'm just laying down some basics. We already have a "main" thread to post looks.
3. SCC is coming up AND I AM SO MAD I AM NOT GETTING TO GO... we unfortunately are having to move around that time. Anyways, I know everyone wants to look like the fine beeyotches we know you are, just amplified slightly, and there was a lot of makeup talk going on in the SCC thread.
4. I do a lot of free-lance makeup artist work so I know a thing or two about different facial shapes, tones, and skin types. I also went to cosmetology school so I eat, sleep, and breathe beauty products.
Anyways, I really decided to post this when Sarah and I were talking makeup for the Doctor Who convention we are going to at the end of the month. *insert squeal of excitement* I'm going to break my tips up into different posts. Oh and of course EVERYONE is welcome to post here and if any mods think this thread should be moved then go ahead.
PS- would anyone be interested in me posting tutorial videos?
LET'S TALK SKIN
Everyone wants beautiful skin. The ideal skin type is even-toned, youthful in appearance, and radiant. Unfortunately, some of us (aka me) are having to work with what we got... dry patches, uneven tone, acne scars, dark circles, dull appearance... While my skin is not perfect by any means I have come up with a regimen that has greatly improved my horrible skin! This is my nightly routine.
Step One: Drink a lot of water. Your skin will be the first to tell on you if you aren't drinking enough H2O.
Step Two: Remove makeup. Never ever ever ever go to bed with your makeup still on. You're asking for comedones, which are those gross white or blackheads, to pop up all over your face. My favorite makeup remover is Pond's Cold Cream (http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=17105&catid=182285&aid=338666&aparam=17105&kpid=17105). I used to work at a nursing home and there were several women who were in their nineties and had the most beautiful skin. All of them swore by this stuff. It's a classic for a reason! Not to mention the fact that I sort of feel like a 1920's movie star using it. lol. It smells a bit like baby powder and if you have a sensitivity to mineral oil you might want to stay away. I slather it onto my whole face, let it sit and dissolve all my makeup, and then run a wash cloth under warm water and place it over my face. Then I wipe it off. Coconut oil is a great alternative to this.
Step Three: Cleanse! You can actually stop with the cold cream or coconut oil. On my lazy nights that is all I do. However, sometimes I want to feel really clean and I follow up with a cleanser. Personally, my husband and I use African Black Soap. It works for me, but it may be too harsh for others. Every three nights I exfoliate. Here is my cheap and effective trick- Plain aspirin. Yup. I grab a few, sprinkle some water on them, then rub them into a paste and apply to my slightly damp face. This is also great if you have breakouts because the aspirin reduces the swelling!
Step Four: Tone like Olivia Newton John in the 80's! This is a great way to know if you got everything. Because I prefer cheap and effective products, I use apple cider vinegar. It has so many benefits, including balancing your skin's PH level. Use one part organic apple cider vinegar to two parts distilled or filtered water. Apply with a cotton pad. The smell goes away, I promise!
Step Five: Moisturize! For night time you need something a bit heavier... Again, I use coconut oil for this, but it's not the best for everyone! For drugstore night creams, I recommend Pond's Dry Skin Cream (http://www.makeupalley.com/product/showr...isturizers)... seriously, you can't go wrong with the classics! For day time I use Cerave ( http://www.dermstore.com/product_Moistur..._32781.htm).
Optional: PAMPER YOURSELF! We can't always afford to head to the spa, so bring the spa to your bathroom. Light a candle, turn on some soothing music, and run a bubble bath. Cleanse your face and steam it with a damp wash cloth, then apply a face masque. My favorites include this mint julep masque (http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/queen-helene-masque-mint-julep/ID=prod7481-product?ext=gooBeauty_PLA_Masks_Strips_ampersand_Peels_prod7481_pla&adtype=pla&kpid=sku307481&sst=4b279af9-caea-41b2-96bc-a87ac6ba3c0f) or this mud masque (http://www.swansonvitamins.com/queen-helene-mud-pack-masque-8-oz-cream?SourceCode=INTL405&CAWELAID=1269608370&mkwid=5mnjfIJw&pcrid=54347464447&gclid=CPf1grfN6r4CFUZp7AoddQgAsQ). Try to avoid your delicate eye area when applying! Leave them on while you relax in the bath or read a book. When you rinse them off with cool water your face will feel baby soft... don't forget to moisturize!
