If I only use creme foundation, blush and finishing powder - is this a good choice - or is the travel essentials better?
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I only use concealer and powder is this one better than the travel one? or should I get the travel one instead.
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IMHO :) the travel essential has one for handling the eyes quickly (the violet one), a flat one for liquid foundation and concealer, and a fluffy big one for anything powder. If you don't use concealer, then your foundation brush will be used with one product alone. Then the big fluffy one would be used for powder and blush. So I guess it would just take a bit of paying attention to not still have blush on it the second time you use it, otherwise the powdering may render something weird :). Basically with 3 brushes you can cover your whole face (the eyes one may be a bit too big for precision stuff, but you can work it just fine ). The 4 brush set allows you to have separate brushes for foundation, concealer, blush and powder. And not use the same one for two products. I guess you can choose based on - how often you clean them (I'd say clean them more often if you mix two products on one) - how much product you use (i just buff a bit of powder and often use the blush one in the Core collection for blush afterwards since I only put a bit on...then I give it a good wipe on a dry cotton or something, I wash it once a week) - if you care having the tiny concealer one You'd have 3 brushes not 4, with a bit fluffy one for powders, or you could have 4 brushes for liquid and powders and a wider range of use (the detailer one is quite small and stiff for the eyes so the choice is up to you) I'm going to stop here now :) whichever the choice may be, the fluffiness is the best payoff :) If I had 0 brushes, I'd pick the travel essentials to cover all areas better I guess.
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I think this is a great choice...I love these brushes they are so soft and fluffy but they get the job done and haven't had any shedding.
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I believe it is. I prefer the full sized brushes and the case this comes with is fantastic and would make it very easy to travel with!
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I think it would work fine. I haven't used the foundation brush with a cream foundation, but I have used the blush brush with a cream blush. It worked really well. I think the travel essentials one might be to small for every day use
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This is the better choice in my opinion, but you might be one brush short in either of the sets because of the finishing powder. I'd go for this one plus a kabuki brush for the powder.
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The color of this product is a pinkish nude but it goes on sheer. Mineral veil is suppose to be applied on top of the matte or original powder foundation, new pressed foundation, or even bare minerals liquid foundation. It helps eliminate shine and is great for long days or situations when you'll be having lots of pictures taken...special events, weddings etc. this is a small container of it. For more bang for you buck I'd buy the bigger one...if you just wanna try it out head to a local store that sells it.
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I know what you mean, those brushes are awful. The main purpose of this brush is to apply setting powder or bronzer, so my instinct is to say no - it's too large to be precise with, and designed to apply a light layer of powder rather than give any kind of coverage. However, I would highly recommend going to her website (realtechniques.com) to see if she has a brush that's meant to apply powder foundation. Because if it's anything like this one then it will be amazing.
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I wouldn't use it for blush, it's a bit big. It's great as a powder brush though! I actually use the powder foundation brush that comes in the core collection for blush- and many of my friends use the real techniques blush brush
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No, quite the contrary, Mineral make up has cleared up my adult acne and is the only makeup I have ever worn in my 67 year life that stayed on all day. I am awful about cleaning my face also as I work both day and night and am to tired or just forget by the end of my day/night! The e.l.f. mineral primer is the.o.ly one I have EVER used also that works.The price is amazing too.I love it and I have used the VERY expensive mineral makeups for 20 years...not any more!
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yes i do, but try to use all the same type of makeup as this is powder allow your foundation to be powder base also.
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If there is a Sephora in your town, I'd recommend you go there and try it in person before buying online. The Chocolate is probably right for you. My hair is nearly black and I wear the ebony.
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No, you don't need the mineral veil. I use it only for very special occasions when I want an absolutely flawless finish. If you use too much of it, it will make you look dry and can settle in fine lines. Use it lightly when and if you use it.
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You could try Maybelline's FitMe foundations. I haven't used Mineral Power is quite a while now, but I do remember thinking that the FitMe foundations reminded me of it. Definitely easier to get your hands on that too...
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Yes, I use it every day under my normal foundation. When you first apply it, you think it is going to be oily, but it absorbs in just a couple of minutes. I find that it lets me use less foundation. I do apply a light coating of powder afterwards, and before applying powder blush. If you were using a liquid blush, I would suggest applying it prior to powder.
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That's what I am currently using- for powder foundation. I've been using homemade powder for well over a month and LOVE IT! My skin breaks out less (like 1 bad day a month as opposed to 1 bad week a month) and I've noticed I can go without makeup more often now. I mix a tiny amount of this clay powder with cocoa powder and amaranth starch- the powder keeps me from becoming oily on my t-zone and puts a green tint in the color of the powder foundation, which is good for my sometimes red/ruddy complexion. Clay powder can be used for cleaning or masks, but it can also be used in foundation- just not too much since it's green! That's what I am currently using- for powder foundation. I've been using homemade powder for well over a month and LOVE IT! My skin breaks out less (like 1 bad day a month as opposed to 1 bad week a month) and I've noticed I can go without makeup more often now. I mix a tiny amount of this clay powder with cocoa powder and amaranth starch- the powder keeps me from becoming oily on my t-zone and puts a green tint in the color of the powder foundation, which is good for my sometimes red/ruddy complexion. Clay powder can be used for cleaning or masks, but it can also be used in foundation-... » Read More That's what I am currently using- for powder foundation. I've been using homemade powder for well over a month and LOVE IT! My skin breaks out less (like 1 bad day a month as opposed to 1 bad week a month) and I've noticed I can go without makeup more often now. I mix a tiny amount of this clay powder with cocoa powder and amaranth starch- the powder keeps me from becoming oily on my t-zone and puts a green tint in the color of the powder foundation, which is good for my sometimes red/ruddy complexion. Clay powder can be used for cleaning or masks, but it can also be used in foundation- just not too much since it's green! « Show Less
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You could use this without foundation, I suppose. But it would only give you a matte finish. This will not even skin tone out because it is translucent, and if you apply too much, you will look like a ghost because it is white. This is a setting powder meant to set makeup (typically liquid) that has been applied so it does not wear over time. If you are looking for a light powder, try a face powder or mineral foundation that matches your skin tone. Only a color correcting primer, liquid or powder foundation, concealer, tinted moisturizer, or a BB cream can help you with giving you an even skin look. I suggest checking out Make Up For Ever's HD Primer and select the one that is meant to correct redness (I believe it's the green one, don't be afraid! It's only a base primer); then find a face powder in your skin tone to even your skin color and mattify it. It will be a very light (almost no makeup) feel.
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The only product I use is the Primer. I will tell you though, I was given a sample of the makeup and was not thrilled with it. The Primer beneath may make a difference. If you're looking for natural, try Origins Stay Tuned. I really prefer it to most any other I've tried. When foundation is thicker, it has a tendency to sink into pores and lines. Maybe using less would help. Sorry I couldn't be of more help>
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I prefer the matte to shimmer, I don't want to twinkle like Edward. I use shimmer highlighting makeup daily, but control where it goes. Since I use this for sunscreen, it goes on my arms, shoulders, etc quite frequently. I'm very fair and don't have am issue using medium which is unusual for me, so I'd go ahead with the medium. As far as I know, they all are retractable, but I've only bought one and buy refills.
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I actually think it works better if you have darker skin. The brown powder is really pigmented. I can only use a little bit because it goes a long way for me. But then again, I have light skin. As for the rest of the colors I feel that the darker you are, the better they will look.
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My skin tone is similar to yours. I recommend the two darkest in the palette for shadows ( depending on whether you want, a natural makeup or more dramatical makeup) and for lighting, use any others except white color
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You could use a dampened cosmetic sponge. Like a beauty blender or one of the many "dupes". I bought the set sold by Beauty Junkees on here and they are great. They are fabulous with makeup as well as with applying skin care products.