I had to try the foundation that's supposed to be the dupe to Nars Sheer Glow, so I got Neutrogena Healthy Skin foundation. I also got Benefit High Beam highlighter and Benefit Posietint. I've had the High Beam before in a tiny size, but it's gone and I wanted a new one. And last, two new Mac eyeshadows: Prepped for Glamour (Pret a papier collection, Summer 2010) and Bronze (mac regular).
I'm a sucker for neutral colors, especially taupe - so all though I knew Prepped for Glamour is a dupe for Satin Taupe I still wanted it. Love it, but not more than Satin Taupe which is slightly more silver-ish and have a better color pay-off.Mac Broze is very similar to a lot of other Mac eyeshadows I already own. I thought it would be more brown resembling maybe Tempting, but this reminds me more of All That Glitters.
Are these must-haves? Nah..
Picture on the left: daylight with flash. On the right: inside with flash.
It took me a while to figure out what color to chose in this foundation, but after watching several reviews on You Tube and reading blog reviews I decided that # 100 Natural Tan would maybe be a good fit - and it's perfect!!
For reference:
Right now I'm a Mac nw/nw 35-40 (maybe closer to 40). My skin is very pink and the foundation is just very neutral in color.
So how does this compare to Nars Sheer Glow? Well, I have to say I agree that this is a great dupe! I actually think this is better because it's not as thick to apply and it feels like wearing nothing but my own skin, but still gives a good coverage that is buildable. The Nars is a little on the heavy side - in my opinion.
I don't think Nars Sheer Glow comes in any neutral colors that fits women with a cold undertone to the skin, but this certainly does :)
I would definitely recommend and repurchase!
Benefit High Beam highlight and Benefit Posietint.
Wearing Neutrogena foundation, Highbeam, Posietint and Mac Prepped for Glamour and Bronze eyeshadow.
Stay tuned for yet another blog entry in a few hours!! The giveaway!! Yey!
17 comments:
Wow, great to know about that Neutrogena dupe, very cool! Looks gorgeous on you. Love looking at all of your goodies :)
Thank you Andi! :) Same here! I love looking at other women's goodies too! Love hauls! :)
xoxo
You are so beautiful and I love the makeup :)
I love High Beam by Benefit and I got one more this month because I almost finished the one I had.
great haul :) I really want to try that foundation xx
Marina:
Aw, thank you beautiful! ♥
I was wondering, how do you apply the highbeam? Sponge, brush, fingers? Do you apply it before or after foundation? I still haven't figured out a good way to apply this..
xo
Fern:
Thank you! :) It's a great foundation and I can't get over how cheap it is!
I've actually never thought about ordering make-up off of ebay. Thanks for the idea, now i have something else to kep me occupied on ebay :)
I've never tried any of those, but think I might soon! Thanks for sharing:)
the high beam and posie tint look really pretty together!
I have a bunch of different mac eyeshadows that I love (bronze is actually one of them) but I am going to purchase some more before I leave for china. If you had to recommend your favorites.. what would you say is a MUST have to create some really great looks?
I know its a hard question :)
Steph
Lovely haul & thanks for the heads up on Neutrogena dupe I really want to try this now lol x
oh i really want to get posie tint now!! love it!! i like the foundation too - for someone that doesn't wear regular foundation on a regular basis - i really like it too!
Good haul,,, I've always loved Benefit High Beam..have used it for years in the summer because it gives a great shimmery glow.
capperson:
Omg, you will become addicted!! lol
We don't have a lot of the brands here, like Nars, Benefit etc so I get all that from Ebay - and most of my Mac stuff too because it's just cheaper!
Happy shopping! ;)
MsHark:
Hi Steph! I'll definitely try to answer that, but I have to think some more about it and I'll come up with a list for you ;)
xo
Juicygirl:
You're welcome :) It's definitely worth a go! :) You wont regret it!
DeAnna:
I figure the posietint is going to be great for Summer since it gives a kind of dewy cheek with pop of color. I'm not a huge fan of powder-face in bright sunny weather.
Yey! So glad you like this foundation too :) xo
Nikosmommy:
I agree! You have great taste beautiful lady ;) xo
xo
Oeh I like the Benefit Posietint on you.
Do you just apply on cheeks or can it also be used for other things?
xoxo
This is a gorgeous look. I am also a fan of High Beam. Moon Beam is also nice and Clinique to a beautiful shimmery liquid for cheeks. :)
Hey Michelle,
Thanks a TON for doing the research you did - because I'm an NW35 in MAC. Heart you very much for making my life easy :)
Quick question before I buy - Do you think the Neutrogena #100 is a tad bit warm / orangey? I'm cool-skinned, and am petrified of wearing anything even slightly 'warm toned' on my skin. Which is why I haven't delved into neutral eyes as yet. (Thank goodness for your blog and the ideas you've given me!)
Sheetal:
Oh, I'm so glad that information was helpful!:)
I don't have anything warm to my skin what so ever and this is a perfect neutral foundation!
I'm just like you: totally petrified to wear anything that has a drop of yellow in it because it will not look good on my cool skin tone. In my opinion this color hasn't got anything golden to it!
xo
Okie :) Ordered it on your say so! *all excited*
Hi, Michélle.
First of all, let me say that your blog is awesome - I read it all the time, just don't write the comments, but I found so much useful and helpful info in your posts - thank you a lot!
This time I've decided to write a comment :) - can you please give me a link where you have bought your Neutrogena foundation? My email is steppebreathe82@gmail.com.
Tnx a lot in advance and warm greetings from your constant reader from Zurich, Assel
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