topic Re: Paging SilentDance in Beauty

Paging SilentDance

PerriTwin1a — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 19:11:04 GMT

Our threads, "Paging PerriTwin1" and "Paging Bljed" have been poofed... so, I'm starting a new one, "Paging SilentDance".

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:30:05 GMT

On 12/31/2013 nunu4u said:
Happy New Year from me too!

Hi nunu, Happy New Year to you too!

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:38:19 GMT

On 12/31/2013 bljed said:

I think when cosmetics are so pricey would should expect 'much'. Its not that I don't like the kit either...... I suppose I could just as easily keep it and not buy for 2 years instead of 1. LOL Clearly we have makeup 'moods. If the palettes I just bought are not my style I will officially give up on shadow and just go with TM or EL.

--Cleary!!! I made up my mind though and it is going back. I can easily keep it too out of laziness of shipping it back. I look around and I can't justify it because I have so much makeup that I use and love. Yes, that is a good plan for you. I also think that every now and then BB shadows come along that you also like.

Personally I LOVE these taupe type shades. Why not a 'taupe palette'???

http://www.lolassecretbeautyblog.com/2013/01/by-request-taupeliscious-with-rouge.html

---Why not? I think it's a great choice for blue eyes. Wouldn't that be considered a neutral palette?

I will check HSN for that lipstick because I just got a $10 off any purchase coupon. did you get one too?

--No, I didn't get a coupon. Now I'm wondering why. I think I saw the shade you mentioned.

I think the BIM kit is really nice. Perhaps these kits throughout the year will help keep you on the no buy for other items. You know you have something to look forward to at regular intervals rather than just going cold turkey for a year.

--No such thing as cold turkey for me although I do know I can go a long time without buying makeup once I set my mind to it. I didn't do too bad last year until the end of year sales happened and that is something to keep in mind.

--Tossed a bunch of stuff this morning. Smashbox and EL. It was old and not getting used. I also tossed a bunch of hair product samples I received from Sephora from the last two years. Just dumped it all. I'm at that point where I want to streamline and it's happening.

--I am going to pull out all my small/travel makeup items and put it in my Fossil. This way when I am looking for travel sizes they will be all ready to go. I have quite a few travel sizes of products I use and like.

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:39:36 GMT

On 12/31/2013 bljed said:
Wow, this matte palette looks so pretty to have on hand to mix with shimmers!

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6340109

It looks nice, but I know throughout this thread you have mentioned you do not like Tarte shadows. I'm sure something will come along in a brand you do like.

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:46:49 GMT

On 1/1/2014 SilentDance said:
On 12/31/2013 bljed said:
Wow, this matte palette looks so pretty to have on hand to mix with shimmers!

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6340109

It looks nice, but I know throughout this thread you have mentioned you do not like Tarte shadows. I'm sure something will come along in a brand you do like.

Well, not only have I not liked Tarte shadows but everything else from the line has been something I would not repurchase. But why would that stop me from trying AGAIN if something looked pretty? Thats why I have issues.

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:50:40 GMT

On 1/1/2014 bljed said:
On 1/1/2014 SilentDance said:
On 12/31/2013 bljed said:
Wow, this matte palette looks so pretty to have on hand to mix with shimmers!

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6340109

It looks nice, but I know throughout this thread you have mentioned you do not like Tarte shadows. I'm sure something will come along in a brand you do like.

Well, not only have I not liked Tarte shadows but everything else from the line has been something I would not repurchase. But why would that stop me from trying AGAIN if something looked pretty? Thats why I have issues.

If it wasn't for our pact I would have never mentioned it, but we are going to keep each other in check. It's not that I don't think you shouldn't have shadows, but I think since you have mentioned your dislike for the products, you need to look elsewhere.

Just a little cosmetic tough love!!!

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:53:44 GMT

btw, I've been using this stuff and it's really very good. It's my new favorite product.

http://www.philosophy.com/skin-care-exfoliators-and-peels/the-microdelivery-enzyme-peel,en_US,pd.html

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:58:36 GMT

--Cleary!!! I made up my mind though and it is going back. I can easily keep it too out of laziness of shipping it back. I look around and I can't justify it because I have so much makeup that I use and love. Yes, that is a good plan for you. I also think that every now and then BB shadows come along that you also like.

Yeah, mine is going back. This morning I put on the BB cream and then used the blush in the kit and its too bright for me. The other shades I have are much better choices. The clear, brilliant sunshine was helpful for this. Also yesterday I applied the lipstick in the car before leaving the house and was shocked at how deep it looked. Ended up lighting it up with gloss. Not willing to fiddle with this.

I have to fiddle with the MAC blush a bit. I can try my stippling brush but it was set aside for the JM blush-which now I'm wondering if that isn't a bit too bright.

---Why not? I think it's a great choice for blue eyes. Wouldn't that be considered a neutral palette?

I've never seen a taupey palette. I LOVE some of those shades. Well I'd buy all of them if they were in a palette and you could add some off white, creamy and pinkish highlighter shades and some deeper cool browns and a black for lining. A cool toned taupe palette would be my makeup dream come true. LOL Of course I went to the Nars website and want to buy something. Their shadows are $24 each so they are pricey.

--No, I didn't get a coupon. Now I'm wondering why. I think I saw the shade you mentioned.

I assumed you would have gotten one because you shop there more than I do. Its good starting today. I need to check Too Faced Razzle Dazzle Rose in store first if I can.

Good for the tossing of old stuff. I'm not sure I have anything right now. I do have a number of products in my 'holding area' which I doubt I'll ever wear. Perhaps I'll decide in the spring.

I just need to package up that return. Gave it my best shot. The really good thing was that I took out the box and when I lifted it out of the shipping box I found my favorite TM eyeliner brush. It must have rolled in there. So glad I did not accidentally ship that back!

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:03:02 GMT

On 1/1/2014 SilentDance said:
btw, I've been using this stuff and it's really very good. It's my new favorite product.

http://www.philosophy.com/skin-care-exfoliators-and-peels/the-microdelivery-enzyme-peel,en_US,pd.html

Looks nice. i used to use the 2-step vitamin C/peptide peel and it was fabulous. I got visible results. I stopped using it after the rosacea issue which seems to be barely an issue anymore. The JM powder/scrub is on my wish list.

Tough cosmetic love can hurt a bit....

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 13:37:56 GMT

On 1/1/2014 bljed said:
On 1/1/2014 SilentDance said:
btw, I've been using this stuff and it's really very good. It's my new favorite product.

http://www.philosophy.com/skin-care-exfoliators-and-peels/the-microdelivery-enzyme-peel,en_US,pd.html

Looks nice. i used to use the 2-step vitamin C/peptide peel and it was fabulous. I got visible results. I stopped using it after the rosacea issue which seems to be barely an issue anymore. The JM powder/scrub is on my wish list.

Tough cosmetic love can hurt a bit....

Ouch, sorry!

I have to look into the jm powder scrub, don't think I read about it. What do you think of this JM "milk" stuff. It looks like watered down argan oil, I can't figure it out. Eh, I'm using up any JM argan oil that I have on my hair.

Probably the rosacea is a non-issue because you are using things that agree with you. That's good and it's all trial and error.

TM is all packed up and ready to go. I was reading comments about it on HSN and there are thoughts about it just like ours, so I know I am doing the right thing. Packed up my Fossil with all small travel products and I found quite a bit of stuff. Laura Mercier, Nars, Buxom etc. It's working out well and will be ready to go for over nighters.

The "holding area" - I love that!!!

I'm glad you found your brush. I couldn't find my UD good karma cream shadow brush either, but found it this morning. I looked in the same place three time and didn't see it, and it showed up there this morning. Those UD brushes sure know how to move themselves around.

Ready for the snow...it looks like you might get ht harder than we will. I dread this time of year. Arghhh!!!

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 21:42:04 GMT

On 1/2/2014 SilentDance said:
On 1/1/2014 bljed said:
On 1/1/2014 SilentDance said:
btw, I've been using this stuff and it's really very good. It's my new favorite product.

http://www.philosophy.com/skin-care-exfoliators-and-peels/the-microdelivery-enzyme-peel,en_US,pd.html

Looks nice. i used to use the 2-step vitamin C/peptide peel and it was fabulous. I got visible results. I stopped using it after the rosacea issue which seems to be barely an issue anymore. The JM powder/scrub is on my wish list.

Tough cosmetic love can hurt a bit....

Ouch, sorry!

I have to look into the jm powder scrub, don't think I read about it. What do you think of this JM "milk" stuff. It looks like watered down argan oil, I can't figure it out. Eh, I'm using up any JM argan oil that I have on my hair.

Probably the rosacea is a non-issue because you are using things that agree with you. That's good and it's all trial and error.

TM is all packed up and ready to go. I was reading comments about it on HSN and there are thoughts about it just like ours, so I know I am doing the right thing. Packed up my Fossil with all small travel products and I found quite a bit of stuff. Laura Mercier, Nars, Buxom etc. It's working out well and will be ready to go for over nighters.

The "holding area" - I love that!!!

I'm glad you found your brush. I couldn't find my UD good karma cream shadow brush either, but found it this morning. I looked in the same place three time and didn't see it, and it showed up there this morning. Those UD brushes sure know how to move themselves around.

Ready for the snow...it looks like you might get ht harder than we will. I dread this time of year. Arghhh!!!

Ugh, I'm so bummed about the storm. I doubt UPS will deliver my Sephora palettes tomorrow and I'll have to wait until Monday! Wanted to play with it all this weekend.

Probably the rosacea is a non-issue because you are using things that agree with you. That's good and it's all trial and error

--yes, extremely simple skin care. I've added some PC products with great results as well. I LOVE her hydrating mask. Winter HG for certain. She also makes everything suitable for the eye area so no extra money spent on eye creams.

--As for the JM product its definately pricey. I'd like to check it out because she does have some really nice products. My big issue with her line has been not being to get a shade match in any of her facial color products. I also hate the blush sticks. They irritate my cheeks and never looked natural. Love her body butter, argan oil (not just her's)and the coconut gelee blushes work well. Like many lines I pick and choose what works.

Not sure about the ingredients but there does seem to be a couple of things in it that might give it a boost. People like myself who get dehydrated skin tend to appreciate more options. My concern might be the citric acid. Found this which is interesting. Sounds like the propranediol might just like a binder. Found this.

http://roninc.com/bulkformulations/skinmilks.html

The "glyceryls" in the product seem to act as skin conditioning agents.

So, the argan "milk" is interesting and I would like to try it. Might keep skin calm, hydrated. Interesting how the phosphatidylglycerol may act on UV exposure.

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 21:46:04 GMT

http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/miscellaneous/citric-acid

Ok now I really want to try the milk. May I, I don't have much for skincare.....????

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 23:48:09 GMT

On 1/2/2014 bljed said:
http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/miscellaneous/citric-acid

Ok now I really want to try the milk. May I, I don't have much for skincare.....????

Absolutely, we must get you settled in skin care.

Citric acid like other chemicals can lose their potency if not packaged correctly. Not sure how this is packaged, but I am sure it's a pump.

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 23:56:46 GMT

On 1/2/2014 bljed said:
On 1/2/2014 SilentDance said:
On 1/1/2014 bljed said:
On 1/1/2014 SilentDance said:
btw, I've been using this stuff and it's really very good. It's my new favorite product.

http://www.philosophy.com/skin-care-exfoliators-and-peels/the-microdelivery-enzyme-peel,en_US,pd.html

Looks nice. i used to use the 2-step vitamin C/peptide peel and it was fabulous. I got visible results. I stopped using it after the rosacea issue which seems to be barely an issue anymore. The JM powder/scrub is on my wish list.

Tough cosmetic love can hurt a bit....

Ouch, sorry!

I have to look into the jm powder scrub, don't think I read about it. What do you think of this JM "milk" stuff. It looks like watered down argan oil, I can't figure it out. Eh, I'm using up any JM argan oil that I have on my hair.

Probably the rosacea is a non-issue because you are using things that agree with you. That's good and it's all trial and error.

TM is all packed up and ready to go. I was reading comments about it on HSN and there are thoughts about it just like ours, so I know I am doing the right thing. Packed up my Fossil with all small travel products and I found quite a bit of stuff. Laura Mercier, Nars, Buxom etc. It's working out well and will be ready to go for over nighters.

The "holding area" - I love that!!!

I'm glad you found your brush. I couldn't find my UD good karma cream shadow brush either, but found it this morning. I looked in the same place three time and didn't see it, and it showed up there this morning. Those UD brushes sure know how to move themselves around.

Ready for the snow...it looks like you might get ht harder than we will. I dread this time of year. Arghhh!!!

Ugh, I'm so bummed about the storm. I doubt UPS will deliver my Sephora palettes tomorrow and I'll have to wait until Monday! Wanted to play with it all this weekend.

--Same here. Sephora has been slow with my orders lately, so I have no idea when I will see BIB. I also got two MAC items in under the 1/1 wire, so I am expecting that too.

--yes, extremely simple skin care. I've added some PC products with great results as well. I LOVE her hydrating mask. Winter HG for certain. She also makes everything suitable for the eye area so no extra money spent on eye creams.

--Her products and website are helpful.

--As for the JM product its definately pricey. I'd like to check it out because she does have some really nice products. My big issue with her line has been not being to get a shade match in any of her facial color products. I also hate the blush sticks. They irritate my cheeks and never looked natural. Love her body butter, argan oil (not just her's)and the coconut gelee blushes work well. Like many lines I pick and choose what works.

--I still think her Protect and Perfect (orig formula is great) but I haven't had any luck with anything else in makeup. I like the hand cream and the intensive cream too.

Not sure about the ingredients but there does seem to be a couple of things in it that might give it a boost. People like myself who get dehydrated skin tend to appreciate more options. My concern might be the citric acid. Found this which is interesting. Sounds like the propranediol might just like a binder. Found this.

http://roninc.com/bulkformulations/skinmilks.html

The "glyceryls" in the product seem to act as skin conditioning agents.

So, the argan "milk" is interesting and I would like to try it. Might keep skin calm, hydrated. Interesting how the phosphatidylglycerol may act on UV exposure.

--I think it's worth the try.

--Just came from the post office. I wanted the box out of the house before the snow storm and before I thought about changing my mind. It would be insane for me to keep that planner unless I was limited in makeup and/or over the moon for it. I think the eyeliner is a real PITA to remove too. I'm done being curious with the line, but no regrets for trying it.

--It's going to be a long winter without buying stuff to play with.

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 01:00:05 GMT

--Same here. Sephora has been slow with my orders lately, so I have no idea when I will see BIB. I also got two MAC items in under the 1/1 wire, so I am expecting that too

Yes, it does seem like they've been slower.

--I still think her Protect and Perfect (orig formula is great) but I haven't had any luck with anything else in makeup. I like the hand cream and the intensive cream too

She does have some good products. I'm always interested to see whats new within the line.

I'm thinking of trying the hair care TS from HSN. I've been using the same shampoo for eons and noticed the products get good reviews on Sephora. I could use my $10 coupon as well.

I tried to take my box to the post office after work but they were on lunch break and I did not feel like going back on slippery roads. Wish I could have taken care of it.

You probably will not regret your return. You need to love it and if you regret not having a planner later down the road you can buy one with better shades. I really think you would have liked the shadow palette and nude lipstick in my Rose Quartz planner.

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 01:02:14 GMT

On 1/2/2014 SilentDance said:
On 1/2/2014 bljed said:
http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/miscellaneous/citric-acid

Ok now I really want to try the milk. May I, I don't have much for skincare.....????

Absolutely, we must get you settled in skin care.

Citric acid like other chemicals can lose their potency if not packaged correctly. Not sure how this is packaged, but I am sure it's a pump.

I wonder if qvc will have this? Of course doubtfully with free shipping like Sephora. I'm in need of more daytime hydration. I wonder if I could apply this in the morning or if they suggest it for night?

Re: Paging SilentDance

SD45 — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 03:15:37 GMT

On 1/2/2014 bljed said:
She does have some good products. I'm always interested to see whats new within the line.

--I am too, some I am willing to try and some not.

I'm thinking of trying the hair care TS from HSN. I've been using the same shampoo for eons and noticed the products get good reviews on Sephora. I could use my $10 coupon as well.

--Have you ever smelled her products? The scents are very strong. As far as Monoi goes, last year I tossed some TBS Monoi products because the scent was suffocating. I would proceed with caution if you are not big on fragrance.

I tried to take my box to the post office after work but they were on lunch break and I did not feel like going back on slippery roads. Wish I could have taken care of it.

---When I get something in my head I have to take care of it. I didn't want to spend any time at post office today, but I was lucky and the crowd came in after me.

You probably will not regret your return. You need to love it and if you regret not having a planner later down the road you can buy one with better shades. I really think you would have liked the shadow palette and nude lipstick in my Rose Quartz planner.

Re: Paging SilentDance

bow regard — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 03:27:08 GMT

Happy New Year to Silent, bljed and nunu! May 2014 be a good year for us all!

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 22:42:48 GMT

On 1/2/2014 bow regard said: Happy New Year to Silent, bljed and nunu! May 2014 be a good year for us all!

Happy New Year to you as well!! Yes, I hope its a good year for all of us.

Re: Paging SilentDance

bljed — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 22:51:53 GMT

On 1/2/2014 SilentDance said:
On 1/2/2014 bljed said: She does have some good products. I'm always interested to see whats new within the line.
 --I am too, some I am willing to try and some not. 

I'm thinking of trying the hair care TS from HSN. I've been using the same shampoo for eons and noticed the products get good reviews on Sephora. I could use my $10 coupon as well.

--Have you ever smelled her products? The scents are very strong. As far as Monoi goes, last year I tossed some TBS Monoi products because the scent was suffocating. I would proceed with caution if you are not big on fragrance. 

I tried to take my box to the post office after work but they were on lunch break and I did not feel like going back on slippery roads. Wish I could have taken care of it.

---When I get something in my head I have to take care of it. I didn't want to spend any time at post office today, but I was lucky and the crowd came in after me.

 

You probably will not regret your return. You need to love it and if you regret not having a planner later down the road you can buy one with better shades. I really think you would have liked the shadow palette and nude lipstick in my Rose Quartz planner.

Silent- I decided not to order the hair care due to comments of its 'overwhelming fragrance'. It will probably give me dandruff or those horrible red raw patches that some products have.

My Sephora package arrived today and wow, everything has exceeded my expectations. Both palettes have gorgeous shades!! Now I only hope I can apply them nicely enough. Sometimes I have wondered if my problem at times isn't more the application than the shades. The set and illuminate Stila powder looks nice too. You grind it like those Smashbox ones. I cannot see any shimmer particles in it although 1/3 of the color is like a soft light bronze shimmer. It mixes with pink and this neutral fleshy shade to create a very soft pinkish toned shade. Seriously, this MUST set me on a shadow no-buy. That has been my weakest area. I'll probably set aside the Stila palette for spring and play with the Chocolate Bar first. Smells yum yum like cocoa.

Trish products went back today. I'm sorry that did not work out but it was best returned.

Ok, that MAC blush is very poorly pigmented and may also go back. I tried the stippling brush and cannot get this stuff to show up. Amazing given that I'm fair. I thought it was on ok yesterday and just a few hours while out realized it looked like I had NO blush on. I stumbled upon this while checking something else out. Looks like I'm not alone.

http://www.musingsofamuse.com/2013/12/mac-dusk-extra-dimension-blush-review-swatches.html#more-100969