Beauty

[september]

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@smoochy wrote:

for me the best makeup bags are the gift with purchase ones. If they get messed up, toss em. 

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Isn't that the truth?  One of my favorite ones came from Clinique, probably 20 years ago, and it's still in use.  I just love the shape (square, most are rectangular). If I ever got another one like this, I might have to retire it! 

[beach-mom]

@Shanus - My solution to everything is the blue Dawn dishwashing soap! It's great at breaking up oil - that's what it is made for. A restaurant owner told me about this years ago. She said she uses it for everything. 

I would try to put a little on a piece of cloth or a paper towel and dab it. I don't think it would hurt to try. 

@happilyretiredgirl - I like your suggestion! I use an old cloth one. I wouldn't be TOO upset if something happened to it, except for sentimental reasons. We've been together a long time - LOL!

I had a Bath and Body Works Pocket Hand Sanitizer leak in the pocket of my bag. I kind of ignored it, and it eventually went away. I was more upset about losing the sanitizer. 

Good luck @Shanus - I hope something will work for you!   

[Calibeach]

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@september wrote:

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@smoochy wrote:

for me the best makeup bags are the gift with purchase ones. If they get messed up, toss em. 

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Isn't that the truth?  One of my favorite ones came from Clinique, probably 20 years ago, and it's still in use.  I just love the shape (square, most are rectangular). If I ever got another one like this, I might have to retire it! 

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Me too! I haven't purchased a makeup bag, have many that were free as part of a purchase. My current fave is a wipeable turquoise blue one from Sunday Riley (Q purchase) 

[lynnie61]

I can't count the number of Clinque GWP bags I had over they years.  I still have a Vera Bradley make up bag, probably 20 years old.  Toss it in the washer, comes out perfect.  I did have a melted chapstick in the car the past few weeks.  It was in my cup holder, but it cleaned up pretty well.  

What was I thinking?  Sorry this happened to you @Shanus 🤨

[JeanLouiseFinch]

Great idea, @happilyretiredgirl.  I'm ordering one! 

[Tinkrbl44]

I had a small makeup bag at one time and never used anything in it, so why was I carrying the extra weight and bulk?   

In my handbag, I have a lip balm and a lipstick.  My makeup is set before I leave, and I only need a lip touchup while I'm out.

[Shanus]

@beach-mom   I'm hesitant to try to clean the makeup bag with anything before calling LV today. They can clean and refurbish their handbags, so maybe they can advise.

[Shanus]

Thankks for that info @Pink123 .

[Pink123]

Your welcome @Shanus  this family truly is the best as their craft!  

If anyone needs there help don't hesitate.  He and family will talk to you in person for mishaps.  Gerry is the best and has saved so many beautiful bags from ruination.

No job is too large  for them as I know many who have also used them from the Purse Forum.  I met quite a few people over there as well. And Mr. Gallagher is a good listener plus a fast turn around time on your item as well which is always welcome.

There is one more leather shop in USA with a stellar reputation.  I forgot the name but not the reputation or popularity of Leather Surgeons. But close I think and its in California Someone might know the name of this high end repair shop.Back to Leather Surgeons --  I think he has 2 sons who are being groomed to take over the business since they were young kids (PS. like I said their large  home one hour outside Philadelphia or so  is home to where everything gets done. A family affair I would say. and a huge one I might add. It has to be for such a large operation indeed.

Think about if it is worth it @Shanus  for a small make up bag.  I would be hesitant and let it go depending on the age most importantly. 

The other ladies here have some good suggestions IMO.