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[Shelbelle]

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@Effie54 wrote:

I have made many, many purchases on eBay. I LOVE it! You can get many of the QVC's designer clothes for half of the Q price. 

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Yes, I buy the Q items on ebay all the time, Denim and Co, IM, and Graver. 

[Spurt]

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@LuvmyLab wrote:

@Drythe  This is where I get confused. I thought ebay was an auction site but the price for the 3 eyeshadows was already set.  Is it both ways on ebay? I also did check the seller's ratings (learned that from Amazon marketplace). 

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@LuvmyLab 

You can do both....some sellers have an auction, BUT there's also an option to BUY NOW....  

Ive had EXCELLENT experiences with Ebay I always check the seller's rating and the feedback before making any purchases....

[Drythe]

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@LuvmyLab wrote:

@Drythe  This is where I get confused. I thought ebay was an auction site but the price for the 3 eyeshadows was already set.  Is it both ways on ebay? I also did check the seller's ratings (learned that from Amazon marketplace). 

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@LuvmyLab 

ebay has - Buy it Now. Which is a fixed price, sometimes the seller may be willing to take less - you will see - Make an Offer.

And auction where you can keep bidding until close.  I frequently use Buy it Now if the price suits me, or if it is something I really want, and don’t want to risk loosing in a bid.

Forgot to mention - it is a great place to purchase fabric for furniture and drapes, clothes too.

Have fun.

[SeaMaiden]

I have been ordering from eBay for 25 some years...always happy with my purchases... 

[Jk9]

@Drythe  thanks.  

[Tinkrbl44]

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@seaBreeze wrote:

I purchase Mary Kay lip crayons on Ebay that MK discontinued years ago....but I love one color and won't give it up!  Too bad make-up companies keep changing their colors.  It's probably expired but what is a girl to do..!?

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@seaBreeze 

I've bought many things on Ebay, but nothing gives me more satisfaction than finding a discontinued favorite cosmetic for sale.   I was once looking for a lipstick and couldn't find it on any retailers sites.  Then, searching Ebay one day, I find a Beauty Supply company in Wisconsin that had SIX perfect little lipsticks in my color ... marked down and free shipping.    A happy little shopping victory, to be sure.  

[Jk9]

I too prefer the buy it now option.  Or make an offer.  

[beckyb1012]

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@Tinkrbl44 wrote:

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@seaBreeze wrote:

I purchase Mary Kay lip crayons on Ebay that MK discontinued years ago....but I love one color and won't give it up!  Too bad make-up companies keep changing their colors.  It's probably expired but what is a girl to do..!?

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@seaBreeze 

I've bought many things on Ebay, but nothing gives me more satisfaction than finding a discontinued favorite cosmetic for sale.   I was once looking for a lipstick and couldn't find it on any retailers sites.  Then, searching Ebay one day, I find a Beauty Supply company in Wisconsin that had SIX perfect little lipsticks in my color ... marked down and free shipping.    A happy little shopping victory, to be sure.  

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Mercy that was wonderful for several years finding my shade of Max Factor Pan Stik after it was discontinued.  I so stocked up and bought until my 129 and 125 shade jumped from about $8.00 to $164.00.  I cried, and still have just a tiny bit left in a stick I am saving forever I suppose.  I remember @Tinkrbl44 you told me about that Vermont Store and I did buy one time but they did not carry my shade.  

[Tinkrbl44]

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@beckyb1012 wrote:

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@Tinkrbl44 wrote:

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@seaBreeze wrote:

I purchase Mary Kay lip crayons on Ebay that MK discontinued years ago....but I love one color and won't give it up!  Too bad make-up companies keep changing their colors.  It's probably expired but what is a girl to do..!?

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@seaBreeze 

I've bought many things on Ebay, but nothing gives me more satisfaction than finding a discontinued favorite cosmetic for sale.   I was once looking for a lipstick and couldn't find it on any retailers sites.  Then, searching Ebay one day, I find a Beauty Supply company in Wisconsin that had SIX perfect little lipsticks in my color ... marked down and free shipping.    A happy little shopping victory, to be sure.  

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Mercy that was wonderful for several years finding my shade of Max Factor Pan Stik after it was discontinued.  I so stocked up and bought until my 129 and 125 shade jumped from about $8.00 to $164.00.  I cried, and still have just a tiny bit left in a stick I am saving forever I suppose.  I remember @Tinkrbl44 you told me about that Vermont Store and I did buy one time but they did not carry my shade.  

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@beckyb1012 

Wow.  I worked for Max Factor Hollywood for a decade, right up until the company was sold and divided up.  The parent company of Revlon did that to reduce the competition that Max Factor had with Revlon.  Lots of companies buy their competitors.   Many years later, the grandsons of the original Mr Factor opened Smashbox Cosmetics, which I believe is still in business.

I just checked Ebay's auctions for Max Factor Pan Stick and found 38 auctions, but some of the prices are pretty crazy!  

The only other thing that comes to mind, if you have the inclination, is to do online searches of companies that sell theatrical makeup and see what comes up.   Sorry about Vermont Country Store.  

[beckyb1012]

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@Tinkrbl44 wrote:

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@beckyb1012 wrote:

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@Tinkrbl44 wrote:

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@seaBreeze wrote:

I purchase Mary Kay lip crayons on Ebay that MK discontinued years ago....but I love one color and won't give it up!  Too bad make-up companies keep changing their colors.  It's probably expired but what is a girl to do..!?

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@seaBreeze 

I've bought many things on Ebay, but nothing gives me more satisfaction than finding a discontinued favorite cosmetic for sale.   I was once looking for a lipstick and couldn't find it on any retailers sites.  Then, searching Ebay one day, I find a Beauty Supply company in Wisconsin that had SIX perfect little lipsticks in my color ... marked down and free shipping.    A happy little shopping victory, to be sure.  

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Mercy that was wonderful for several years finding my shade of Max Factor Pan Stik after it was discontinued.  I so stocked up and bought until my 129 and 125 shade jumped from about $8.00 to $164.00.  I cried, and still have just a tiny bit left in a stick I am saving forever I suppose.  I remember @Tinkrbl44 you told me about that Vermont Store and I did buy one time but they did not carry my shade.  

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@beckyb1012 

Wow.  I worked for Max Factor Hollywood for a decade, right up until the company was sold and divided up.  The parent company of Revlon did that to reduce the competition that Max Factor had with Revlon.  Lots of companies buy their competitors.   Many years later, the grandsons of the original Mr Factor opened Smashbox Cosmetics, which I believe is still in business.

I just checked Ebay's auctions for Max Factor Pan Stick and found 38 auctions, but some of the prices are pretty crazy!  

The only other thing that comes to mind, if you have the inclination, is to do online searches of companies that sell theatrical makeup and see what comes up.   Sorry about Vermont Country Store.  

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I went over just now and looked too since it has really been awhile.  I saw one for the 125 shade asking $191.00 and it as three watchers.  Would not even consider such a purchase but it was my go to when 129 was not available.  Thanks for the suggestions Tink.