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Almay Makeup

leavesgalore — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 21:46:05 GMT

I recently picked up a few makeup items from Almay at the drugstore. I really like their lipgloss. It has a slight vanilla cake smell, really nice and is not sticky and is moisturizing. Also got several of their eyeshadows in the little black case. You can use a brush or your finger to apply and they are creamy. I really like them too. Colors look dense in the case, but go on more sheer. That is what I like about them. Does anyone else use anything from this makeup brand or for that matter any other drugstore brand that you like?

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MotivatedMomma — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 21:56:36 GMT

I have oily skin and sensitive eyes. I have used Almay off and on over the years because it's hypoallergenic. I don't wear much makeup but when I do, Almay is my eye makeup of choice as it doesn't burn or sting.

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I am still oxox — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 21:58:15 GMT

I use their mascara during allergy season

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Gayle2 — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 22:01:16 GMT

I found some great buys on Cover Girl. I haven't used this line for decades but they were running a great sale and I had some coupons. I will say that I was pleasantly surprised to find out how much I like their eyeshadows. I also really like their whipped crème makeup and CG/olay concealer. They are actually products I will purchase again.

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emmysmom — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 22:01:44 GMT

Been using Almay eye makeup for years..its hypoallergenic and thats a deal maker for me!

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Chrissy76 — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 02:37:56 GMT

I also use the lipgloss and the lumious primer which gets excellent reviews. Both are very nice and great buys.

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JackieBlue — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 02:53:16 GMT

Almay Intense-i-color Liquid Eyeliner. I've used it for years. It's probably the only beauty product in which I'm not always searching for something better.

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Good4u — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 04:33:42 GMT

In the paper over the w/e, Almay had a $4 coupon off any item. I bought eye make up remover pads for $1 with that coupon! That is such a great offer from them!

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Kathlen — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 04:57:53 GMT

Almay is one of the few brands I can use w/o reaction. I love their TLC foundation, finishing powder and eye shadow.

I get my lipstick from Avon.

Blush from Physicians Formula

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StarChild — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 05:25:51 GMT

Someone here on BB recommended Almay's Get Up & Grow mascara. I went to my local drugstore and bought it in the black/brown waterproof version and I love it. It keeps the curl in my lashes after I use my eyelash curler and, how I currently judge mascara, it still looks good at the end of the day which does not often happen with the various mascaras I've used in the past. I'm very impressed by it.

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Katcat1 — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 05:53:23 GMT

I remember when almay first started off and had a counter at Marshall Field's in Chicago at their flagship store. I recently purchased a mascara that I like from almay -- Intense color voluminizing mascara in brown. Rimmel has a very nice BB cream.

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sun8shine — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 06:52:03 GMT

I picked up some of those same eyeshadows in the little black case. They were a steal at target. I got a peach and a cream that I have been wearing all summer - the peach looks like a tawny peach in the pot but goes on like a perfect nude buff - the cream looks almost white (but more natural). I got a lavender and a dark purple too. The lavender is OK - the dark purple is not really pigmented enough for me - but I still really like them and find them to be long lasting.

I also love the Get Up and Grow Waterproof Mascara for every day wear. It is really good and it compares favorably with much more expensive brands. I like that it is not clumpy and it doesn't make my eyelashes feel crunchy. It lengthens, separates and darkens and really does a good job not migrating even in rain/sweat.

I have heard great things about the bb and the liquid eyeliner in the pots but I haven't tried them yet. Good to know about the lip gloss.

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AngelPuppy1 — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 11:34:19 GMT

The Almay mascara in the fat white tube is the only one that really doesn't make my eyes feel like they have "bugs" in them! Plus, the formula really coats the lashes well and doesn't smudge. I don't use waterproof as I feel it is terribly hard to get off.

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vac — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 11:43:59 GMT

I have the same $4 off coupon that Good4u mentioned. I'm due for a new mascara so I think I'm going to try the Get Up and Grow. Thanks for the recommendation!

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Barbara Mom of 5 — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 12:47:47 GMT

Do the Almay eye makeup remover pads sting? I have been using Clinique but it's very expensive. I've been afraid to try anything else because I've been worried it might sting. A few years ago I did try a neutrogena eye makeup remover and it stung my eyes terribly.

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Good4u — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 12:58:01 GMT

On 8/14/2014 Barbara Mom of 5 said:
Do the Almay eye makeup remover pads sting? I have been using Clinique but it's very expensive. I've been afraid to try anything else because I've been worried it might sting. A few years ago I did try a neutrogena eye makeup remover and it stung my eyes terribly.

No, Barbara Mof5, they most certainly do not. Nor do they leave any greasy residue behind. I love Clinique's eye remover lotion too, but have only tried it when my friend gets a GWP and she does not use eye makeup. Couldn't afford it otherwise. So the Almay is a very inexpensive and effective brand to try. You should not be disappointed or at least, I haven't.

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paShar — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 13:01:37 GMT

For awhile I used Almay foundation. It came in a tube and was white when you put it on but blended into your skin tone. It came in either 2 or 3 shade choices, I believe. I liked it very much but then moved on to try something else.

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cassiem — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 13:07:48 GMT

I've been using the Almay eye makeup remover pads for years. I have ultra sensitive skin and these never sting or irritate. They also don't leave a greasy feeling around the eye like some others do. I have several of the shadow softies (the little black pots of eye shadow). My absolute favorite is honeydew, which looks like a scary green in the pot, but is sheer and lovely when applied. I also like the liquid shadow + color primer. I can use it alone or under eye shadow. I have both the blue and the khaki.

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fancy pantsy — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 13:09:21 GMT

great thread! i actually love almay eye shadows because they are hypoallergenic. that and clinique is all i can tolerate on my eyes. but i have not yet seen the little black case that you describe, leaves. i will definitely look into this. i have a tube of that rimmel bb cream, kat ... i just havent tried it yet. i think i will try the almay mascara, angel. i have a feeling that i will like it!

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feline groovy — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 13:40:44 GMT

On 8/14/2014 AngelPuppy1 said:
The Almay mascara in the fat white tube is the only one that really doesn't make my eyes feel like they have "bugs" in them! Plus, the formula really coats the lashes well and doesn't smudge. I don't use waterproof as I feel it is terribly hard to get off.

That's their "One Coat Thickening".