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Mascara really makes a difference

SeaMaiden — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 14:43:05 GMT

I now wear very little makeup. I am 66 and I only wear a bit of lipstick and a bit ofblush and Mascara. I dab a bit of concealor on two spots. But, really my skin is good.

I do find that mascara is really a game changer and makes my eyes stand out so well from no mascara. I apply just a lid primer in beige and mascara.

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Bhvbum — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 14:56:41 GMT

good point, I have been letting that fall by the wayside, because I wear glasses, and it's one less thing I have to remove. But now that masks are beginning to come off, I am going to buy some today.

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SeaMaiden — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 15:11:33 GMT

@Bhvbum wrote:
good point, I have been letting that fall by the wayside, because I wear glasses, and it's one less thing I have to remove. But now that masks are beginning to come off, I am going to buy some today.

@Bhvbum I bought 3 different brands yesterday to replace my old mascara. I like to try different brands to see what works best. I am not good at getting rid of them every 3 months as is said to do... but, I do try to be consistant at least at doing it EVENTUALLY....

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Bhvbum — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 15:24:17 GMT

@SeaMaiden wrote:
@Bhvbum wrote:
good point, I have been letting that fall by the wayside, because I wear glasses, and it's one less thing I have to remove. But now that masks are beginning to come off, I am going to buy some today.
@Bhvbum I bought 3 different brands yesterday to replace my old mascara. I like to try different brands to see what works best. I am not good at getting rid of them every 3 months as is said to do... but, I do try to be consistant at least at doing it EVENTUALLY....

I actually just came back from buying some. Who knows how old the mascara I have now. So after a year and a half of not buying it, I tossed it. I picked up the worlds best selling mascara, the pink-case Maybelline. A bargain.

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busymom22 — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 15:28:17 GMT

Just wanted to say that I have tried every popular mascara, from cheap to expensive. The absolutely best mascara I've used is from Thrive Causemetics. Their "Liquid Lash Extensions" mascara is amazing. I have very sparse lashes and this is the only mascara that does the perfect combination of lengthening and thickening without clumps. And it doesn't wear off quickly like other mascaras do.

I just noticed that their website has free shipping today.

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piperbay — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 15:32:47 GMT

I have noticed that using a mascara primer makes a big difference for how my mascara looks.

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SeaMaiden — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 16:39:02 GMT

@piperbay wrote:
I have noticed that using a mascara primer makes a big difference for how my mascara looks.

@piperbay is there a brand of primer you especially like? I might try that!

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vsm — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 17:34:23 GMT

@monicakm wrote:
YES, mascara makes a big difference. I've always said if I could only have two makeup products it would be mascara and lipgloss....lashes and lips
When I used mascara, I used a primer (don't recall the brand), Loreal Telescopic for length and something else for volume. I still wear mascara on my bottom lashes and use the Telescopic. I've been using false lashes for over 2 years and haven't once looked back!

@monicakmMy lashes have been so sparse since chemo that I'm thinking of giving false lashes a try. I've held off because I'm concerned about having to deal with glue, removal, frequency of replacement, etc. Can you give me a few tips/recommendations? I'd love never having to wear (and remove) mascara again!

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AngelPuppy1 — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:14:50 GMT

I really agree with you! I hardly ever wear makeup any more either. I am 69. This is such a change from just a couple years ago when I was still working, I never left the house without full makeup. Now, when I do wear at least mascara, lipstick and a bit of concealer, it makes such a difference!

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Harpa — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 12:37:26 GMT

My lashes are pretty good, so I can get away with no mascara at all. Just a quick curl with a very inexpensive lash curler.

In fact, I like the looks of a very understated eye look.

I just always go for balance, so for me, I need a bit of definition around my eyes, including brows.

If I really wanted to make a statement, I would do a gentle sweep on lashes. (Maybe for my next photo shoot!)

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wagirl — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:05:32 GMT

@SeaMaiden ---I don't wear any make up unless i am going somewhere, which is not often---for me, the major thing I do are my brows----lost ALL my hair during chemo so brows were a huge thing for me to do during that time--otherwise I looked like a ghost---use eyeliner too, mascara is not a thing for me as my lashes never recovered from chemo--came back sparse, short and just awful. I do use concealor mostly around my eyes/lids/corners. but I wear a mask most the time so no one can see my whole face. My skin is really good too. Skincare and spf for my face.

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SeaMaiden — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:12:26 GMT

@wagirl wrote:
@SeaMaiden ---I don't wear any make up unless i am going somewhere, which is not often---for me, the major thing I do are my brows----lost ALL my hair during chemo so brows were a huge thing for me to do during that time--otherwise I looked like a ghost---use eyeliner too, mascara is not a thing for me as my lashes never recovered from chemo--came back sparse, short and just awful. I do use concealor mostly around my eyes/lids/corners. but I wear a mask most the time so no one can see my whole face. My skin is really good too. Skincare and spf for my face.

@wagirl Good Morning to you! Yes, Masks really make makeup not too necessary. I put a bit of lip on just for myself.... no on else sees it! I use to wear eyeliner years ago, I just have a hard time putting it on now and it looking good. Yes, SPF year round is what I do too. I wish I had started using if prior to being 30ish. I have a couple of brown spots that I know were from my younger years of sun bathing.

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smoochy — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 15:08:48 GMT

I've been on auto delivery from the Lancôme website for their Definicils mascara. Best ever. It comes every three months so I'm never using germy outdated product

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Lipstickdiva — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 16:25:26 GMT

Unless I have somewhere I have to be, my weekend makeup routine for years has been concealer, mascara, brows, a little bronzer and gloss.

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Solar Is My Name — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 17:40:50 GMT

I love "BAMBI EYE" mascara by L'Oreal.

Like you, I wear little make-up and find this easy-to-wash-off mascara lengthening, separating and long-lasting -- and for me, THAT'S AMAZING!

-Solar

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vsm — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:39:14 GMT

@monicakm wrote:
@vsm

I'm sorry for your cancer diagnosis and the negative effects of chemo What kind of lash look are you going for? There are so many different styles and lengths and looks.

Glue: #1 tip is to not put your lashes on too soon after apply the glue. It needs 45 to 60 seconds to get tacky.

I used to use a lash glue remover called Falscara but now I just pull them off and remove the glue on the lashes with my fingernails. If using Falscara you put the product on a cotton pad and hold over your eye for several seconds to loosen the glue. This is the preferred method. Mine is the lazy method!

I buy glue from Amazon. My local WM doesn't have it. It's EXTRA Strength
Lashes: I prefer Ardell lashes over Kiss or Salon Perfect. Depends on how bad I want the style I'm looking at but find overall that Ardell holds up better.
I've tried a LOT of styles but have recently landed on one I really like for everyday. I just took them off and threw them away. Think I got 5 wears out of them. I can't even tell I have lashes on they are that comfortable. The only higher end lashes I've tried is Huda. They sent them to me for free. Bulky, thick band. Bulky thick bands are also more likely to pop off in places. Wouldn't purchase them. Don't confuse these lashes with "Demi" Whispie lashes. They are shorter and you may prefer that but just be aware of the difference. I have hooded eyes and find short lashes to not be at all attractive on my eyes. These make my eyes look larger.
Most if not all of the videos I've seen of women applying false lashes, they first apply eyeliner. I don't. I don't care for eyeliner because of my hooded eyes. I've gotten really good at placing those puppies right on my lash line. If I need to I can go back and fill in with a black eyeliner pencil by applying it between my lashes from the bottom and also using black pencil on the top waterline. I'm SO glad to not be messing with mascara again and can put these on a lot fasterr (but I wore about 3 coats of mascara).

You are a gem, @monicakm . Thanks for taking the time to show and explain to me what's involved. Given my age, I'm seeking a natural/subtle look, with lashes a bit fuller and longer at the outer corners of my eyes, and tapering towards shorter lashes near the inner corners. I'll happily try your suggestions, as I'm truly done with mascara!