Perfect Foundation

Perfect Foundation

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You have Pretty Skin!

by EL Gray    Feb|2017  #BEAUTY

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You have pretty skin, what do you use?  I am tempted to say nothing- I woke up like this!!

But the real response would be more like “everything”!  Great skin starts with a great cleaning, moisturizing & maintenance routine.  Then of course there is primer, color corrector, concealer & the so important FOUNDATION.  Since that is way too much to report on, (or wear daily for me) I usually mention my foundation and that I apply it with a brush & a beauty blender, which is what gives me that all over even color that makes my skin look pretty. Even on days like today when my sinuses are acting up.

Using a brush and starting in the center of your face and brushing outward gives me an even look.  I dab the foundation on cheeks, forhead and chin then work my way out, so that the areas around my hairline get less product and the inner part of my face which is a little lighter gets more.  I then lightly dab the foundation with a slightly (very lightly), damp beauty blender. This step evens everything out. An extra step to airbrushed looking skin is dusting on a lil translucent powder.  I use a mineral powder the same color as my foundation or a yellow tinted powder and a light hand. This not only makes you look flawless, the powder also sets the foundation so it last longer.

3 Foundations I am GAGA over

1.      Revlon Photo Ready Airbrush Makeup-  It goes on sheer but gives good coverage, I apply with the beauty blender only, skipping the brush. It is Sold in every drugstore.

2.      Mary Kay Time Wise Foundation – med-heavy coverage.  I use two colors 1 my shade and then contour with a color 2-3 shades darker.  MK makes my skin look flawless.  You have to find a rep to buy it from. I’m wearing Mary Kay in this picture. (inbox me and I will give u my girl)

3.      Loreal True Match Foundation – light liquid foundation that makes your skin look even.  It comes in tons of colors and is usually under $10.00 at most drugstores.

#beauty #skin #skincare #younger #makeup

#Revlon #Marykay #Loreal #beautyblender #prettyskin

#wrinklefree #foundation #truematch

Younger Skin: Beauty Creams

YOUNGER SKIN

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Just How Old Are You?

by EL Gray    Feb|2017  #Skincare #Beauty

A question I am asked quite often as I interact with people, especially someone from another race. My African, European & American Indian skin really baffles them when I mention my 3 son’s being away at college. But alas I am here to confess, while I do believe (and science proves) that my clear forehead is partially due to genetics, I use skin creams.  Those magic concoctions found in pretty little jars with fantastic names like Regeneris & Hope promise youth and beauty, and I pray they deliver. The miracle creams that have prime real estate on my vanity right now are from Lancome. The Absolue Premium Bx which promises to replenish and rejuvenate my skin’s appearance while recapturing the qualities of younger-looking skin: firmness, elasticity, and clarity.  (It had me at Rejuvinate) And the Absolue Eye Premium Bx promises smoother and more luminous eye contours. “Within 4 weeks, see fine lines and wrinkles visibly reduced, feel firmer skin… visibly rejuvenated.”  Hold on to your ponytails ladies – I noticed a difference within 3 days. 

Yes Mam 3 days!!  Needless to say the Absolue Premium Bx is now my new beauty crack.   Now as much as I love it – I do not love the $168 face & $108 eye price tag and will need to replenish my supply during the stores gwp (gift with purchase) or find a sponsor.  As for purchase advice, I think you should go to a couple of cosmetic counters and sample the goods or ask older relatives who have youthful skin use. Also read your skin’s reaction. I heard great things about Estee Lauder Revitalizing Supreme (Anti-Aging) cream, but I had a lot of redness and fine bumps after using it and gave up after 3 days. 

3 Things to Look for in Skin Cream according to Dr. Perricone

1.      Alpha Lipoic Acid - one of the most powerful anti-aging, antioxidant, anti-inflammatories available.

2.      Fat-soluble Vitamin C ester -this essential nutrient’s full potential as an anti-aging agent.

3.      Neuropeptides - improves the appearance of skin's resilience, tone and texture, while decreasing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

#beauty #skin #skincare #younger

#lancome #esteelauder #eyecream

#wrinklefree