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BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:24:49 GMT

Occasionally offered, QUESTION TIME with @Shanus. I'll check back throughout the day.

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Effie54 — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:59:41 GMT

Hi Shanus!

I have a question. I am wondering why when I use black eyeliner, after a couple of hours, it turns blue. I do use an eyelid primer, powder eyeshadow, and the eyeliner on top of it. But no matter what brand I've used, what media I've used i.e. pencil, liquid Pan, powder, etc. my eyeliner always turns blue. Thanks for your input.

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Desertdi — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:16:41 GMT

@Shanus I am pale (not fair) and "cool". My eyes are Army Jungle Camo color.

I "think" I look best in violet shades of eye makeup. Need your opinion. di

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

wagirl — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:46:12 GMT

@Shanus ---have you had experience with using magnetic lashes?? My lashes are awful from results of chemo--the brows came back, but my lashes are stubby,and short and go every which way but straight out in front--

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:23:42 GMT

@Effie54 wrote:
Hi Shanus!

I have a question. I am wondering why when I use black eyeliner, after a couple of hours, it turns blue. I do use an eyelid primer, powder eyeshadow, and the eyeliner on top of it. But no matter what brand I've used, what media I've used i.e. pencil, liquid Pan, powder, etc. my eyeliner always turns blue. Thanks for your input.

@Effie54 Wow! I've never run across that issue. You may want to try different lid primers. The one you use may be interacting with the pigments in the liners. If you use a liquid black liner, try to set it w/ black powder shadow and see if that helps.

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:46:13 GMT

@Desertdi My eyes are about the same shade as yours. I find with my fair skin, most shades of purple/violet are the first thing seen on my face. I use a very neutral shadow (bone, pale pink, a light taupe) and then line with a dark purple/eggplant, grey or navy. Urban Decay 24/7 pencils are waterproof and they have a wide range of colors. Sometimes just a deep chocolate brown is nice, too. Mascara, at my age, defines the eye more than shadows.

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:31:25 GMT

@wagirl wrote:
@Shanus ---have you had experience with using magnetic lashes?? My lashes are awful from results of chemo--the brows came back, but my lashes are stubby,and short and go every which way but straight out in front--

@wagirl I don't personally use false lashes. Thankfully mine have remained dark and thick.

On clients, I prefer Ardel strips that I can trim to fit the shape of the eye. I have experienced the magnetic ones and they felt heavy and unnatural.

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Toots711 — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:33:01 GMT

@Shanus Do you have a recommendation for a hair gel similar to Dippity-Do, which I used "back in the day" and is no longer available? Thank you in advance!

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:45:12 GMT

Ah, Dippity Do! Fond memories...I used it to try to slick my curls straighter...never worked & looked like a drowned rat. I don't have a substitute for you. I'm a mousse gal, sorry.

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Sooner — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:53:10 GMT

I need a good eyebrow pencil, I used to use a Chantecaille one that was perfect, of course they don't make it any more. Had a Lancome one--not made. . .

I need a taupe/brown/gray one, not too dark, with good consistency that lasts. I don't like the ones that are really powdery or too waxy, but I do prefer pencil.

Also, a easy on eyeliner that won't smear and puts down a thin line. I don't line under the eye.

Thanks for doing this! My skincare is working much better now so I appreciate your expertise there!

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Natureluvr — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:54:03 GMT

Hi @Shanus

Do you have recommendation on what type of Retin A to start with? I've used Differin for several months due to breakouts in my 50's (pre-menopause hormones?) and am now able to tolerate that every other night. Now I'd like to switch to Retin A but would like to know if I should use cream or gel and if I need to start at lowest strength since my skin is somewhat used to retinoid. Thanks!

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:04:08 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
I need a good eyebrow pencil, I used to use a Chantecaille one that was perfect, of course they don't make it any more. Had a Lancome one--not made. . .

I need a taupe/brown/gray one, not too dark, with good consistency that lasts. I don't like the ones that are really powdery or too waxy, but I do prefer pencil.

Also, a easy on eyeliner that won't smear and puts down a thin line. I don't line under the eye.

Thanks for doing this! My skincare is working much better now so I appreciate your expertise there!

Hi @Sooner (I'm trying to print the quotes so people don't have to look for the question.)

I happen to have thicker, wild brows that have sprouted a few greys. I dye them w/ JUST FOR MEN (Light Blond, which is really taupe). It also catches every little hair near the brows that you never saw before. The result if that I need less brow products.

I do find the necessity of a brow gel for almost everyone whether using powder or pencils. It adds control and a more natural shine. I'm a fan of Benefits brow Pencil in #2.5 or #3 and IT's Universal pencil.

When I use a powder, the most natural look since it creates just a shadow underneath the hair, I like Anastasia Beverly Hills in Taupe or BB Brow Kit in Medium (the Light has too much red tones)....add a brow gel on top.

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Shanus — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:06:10 GMT

@Natureluvr wrote:
Hi @Shanus
Do you have recommendation on what type of Retin A to start with? I've used Differin for several months due to breakouts in my 50's (pre-menopause hormones?) and am now able to tolerate that every other night. Now I'd like to switch to Retin A but would like to know if I should use cream or gel and if I need to start at lowest strength since my skin is somewhat used to retinoid. Thanks!

@Natureluvr Retin A is a prescription and should be monitored by your derm when you're starting out. The lowest % is .05.

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SeaMaiden — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:19:36 GMT

@Shanus I know people who use petroleum Jelly(PJ) around the eye area at night for softening and moisture.... I know there are expensive eye balms that are suppose to do the same thing as the PJ hack... what do you think about PJ? I am not concerned about the petroleum being toxic or anything....

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Toots711 — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:22:21 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
Ah, Dippity Do! Fond memories...I used it to try to slick my curls straighter...never worked & looked like a drowned rat. I don't have a substitute for you. I'm a mousse gal, sorry.

@Shanus Back then I used Dippity Do to control my natural curl when blow drying my hair. Could you recommend a brand of mousse for color treated hair?

Thank You for offering to answer our questions!!!

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kathie66 — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:38:42 GMT

@Shanus I have blue-grey eyes. What are your specific favorite shadow stick/ shadow colors to use on my eye color? I like satins best. Thank you!

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Mj12 — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:48:59 GMT

Nope I'm good but thanks.

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shy bobcat — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:05:01 GMT

Hi Shanus!

I usually walk every morning and apply Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunscreen to my hands, arms, neck and upper chest. I use CeraVe Facial Lotion with SPF on my face.

I am thinking of trying a mineral powder SPF instead, since it is easy to apply and no wait time. Also, I'm thinking the powder will not feel as heavy on my skin. What do you think?

Re: BURNING QUESTIONS ANYONE?

Effie54 — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:29:31 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@Effie54 wrote:
Hi Shanus!

I have a question. I am wondering why when I use black eyeliner, after a couple of hours, it turns blue. I do use an eyelid primer, powder eyeshadow, and the eyeliner on top of it. But no matter what brand I've used, what media I've used i.e. pencil, liquid Pan, powder, etc. my eyeliner always turns blue. Thanks for your input.
@Effie54 Wow! I've never run across that issue. You may want to try different lid primers. The one you use may be interacting with the pigments in the liners. If you use a liquid black liner, try to set it w/ black powder shadow and see if that helps.

Thank you Shanus!

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Squirrel Lover — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:53:40 GMT

@Shanus I have had a burning question for my whole life to tell you the truth. I can't find the right color blush. I have light skin with cool undertones and warm overtones. My natural hair color, which I am currently sporting, is dark ash blonde/light brown and I have medium brown eyes that are pretty neutral with a dark grey outer rim.

I wear a yellow-tinted foundation but I only look good in good colors. I am currently using bare minerals complexion rescue cream in vanilla, which is a slight bit darker than I would like, but sheers out perfectly with .oose powder. The blush that I wear is NARS orgasm. It is a mix of peach and pink and sheers out perfectly. It is the only peachy pink blush that I can find. I would love to find the perfect Laura Geller Blush and Brighten, but the ones I have tried do not work: Ethereal Rose is too cool and light; Pink Grapefruit is too warm and brown; Pink Buttercream is too bright and warm; Berry is too cool and dark. I just can't find what works for me. I prefer a shimmer shade they blend better on my 55-year-old skin. I do not have wrinkles yet (I am a sagger.)

So, if I can't find any other blushes I will continue just to use orgasm as a default. What to do?