(Discussion) Secret Santa 2013 is coming soon!

[makeitupasigo]

I've never tried MAC either. I haven't tried Urban Decay, but really want to. I like variety so I tend to buy drugstore stuff and probably end up spending the same amount as one high end thing, but get lots of drugstore stuff to play around with instead.

Yeah, I ended up spending around $50 last month on only three UD products. Although, you do get what you pay for. They have some of the highest quality products on the market. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[superhans]

sounds so fun! cant wait

 

[lemony007]

Quote: Originally Posted by angismith /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I have toooo many pets (in order by age: Bo, 9, Congo African Grey parrot; Hallie Hope, 8, Jack Russell terrier; Merry Anne, 6, white shorthair cat with blue eyes; Marco and Mateo, 5, orange tabby brothers (Marco has white feet and is the adventurer); Georgia Mae, 4, Jack Russell terrier, and Mick, a FOUR year old Black Wyandotte rooster).  Anybody want to knit mittens for my menagerie???
Now I kinda want to see Mick in mittens. 

 

[lioness90]

Quote: Originally Posted by lissa1307 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  oh a tip for polish cleanup...i use chapstick around my cuticle before polishing, wash my hands real well after they are dry and most of the mess is gone, and a small art brush with acetone takes care of the rest to get that perfect clean line...but i second that practice makes perfect...
That's a good idea! I might have a use for the Chapstick that I got in my Birchbox. I usually use vaseline around my cuticles (when I'm not lazy).

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I went through a major MAC phase a few years ago after being just a dabbler for many years.  The reason I was such a devoted fan:  Convenience.  I could leave my desk, walk out of my office, walk into Macy's, buy lipstick/nail polish, and be back at my desk in under ten minutes.  And I did this a *lot* due to the fact that I hated my company and job.  I spent far too much time crying and doing my nails in the restroom (I would get so upset with everything that taking a break and giving myself a manicure in a toilet stall was the only way I could get through the day sometimes) before I finally figured out an escape plan.  *So* glad I'm not there any more!  I still do my nails just about every day, but it has turned into an evening wind down ritual sort of thing (it forces me to sit quietly for half an hour, which is something I sometimes have problems with), not a let-me-pretend-I'm-anywhere-but-here-for-ten-minutes thing.
Glad you were able to leave that place. I hope your new job is much better.

 

[Sunflowercake]

Quote: Originally Posted by makeitupasigo /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Yeah, I ended up spending around $50 last month on only three UD products. Although, you do get what you pay for. They have some of the highest quality products on the market.

Try $52.00 on one UD product (; I do agree-they are great quality!

 

[makeitupasigo]

Try $52.00 on one UD product (; I do agree-they are great quality!

Yeah the naked palette is my next big purchase /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Sunflowercake]

Quote: Originally Posted by makeitupasigo /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Yeah the naked palette is my next big purchase

definitely worth the money!!

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by angismith /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by lemony007 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  That would be fab, not sure I am brave enough to try on put mittens on my tiny beasties.
I have toooo many pets (in order by age: Bo, 9, Congo African Grey parrot; Hallie Hope, 8, Jack Russell terrier; Merry Anne, 6, white shorthair cat with blue eyes; Marco and Mateo, 5, orange tabby brothers (Marco has white feet and is the adventurer); Georgia Mae, 4, Jack Russell terrier, and Mick, a FOUR year old Black Wyandotte rooster).  Anybody want to knit mittens for my menagerie???

Oh wow! It must be so fun with all those pets.

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by Sunflowercake /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by makeitupasigo /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Yeah, I ended up spending around $50 last month on only three UD products. Although, you do get what you pay for. They have some of the highest quality products on the market.

Try $52.00 on one UD product (; I do agree-they are great quality!

I have naked2, naked basics and naked flushed on my list. I am addicted!

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by Sunflowercake /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by makeitupasigo /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Yeah the naked palette is my next big purchase

definitely worth the money!!

 

[DoubleShot]

That reminds me, I wish they would expand on the Naked flushed. The blush and bronzer is way to strong for me, but I adore the highlighter color. If they were to come up with different shades I buy them all. Don't judge /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[makeitupasigo]

That reminds me, I wish they would expand on the Naked flushed. The blush and bronzer is way to strong for me, but I adore the highlighter color. If they were to come up with different shades I buy them all. Don't judge /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I love the flushed palette! I swatched it at sephora and was severely tempted but resisted for that sake of my wallet. Hoping to pick it up soon.

 

[makeitupasigo]

definitely worth the money!!

Good to know! I'm getting Naked and Naked basics so that I can have some matte shadows. Looking forward to my trip to ulta on Friday!

 

[Last Contrast]

I like lots of little gifts, of course looking at my makeup stash (le sigh) I have more than enough little things FOR EVER.

I love the sound of the naked palletes, then I remember all of the eyeshadow in brown/taupe/etc I have then I stop. I need no more eyeshadow /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Sunflowercake]

Quote: Originally Posted by Last Contrast /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I like lots of little gifts, of course looking at my makeup stash (le sigh) I have more than enough little things FOR EVER.

I love the sound of the naked palletes, then I remember all of the eyeshadow in brown/taupe/etc I have then I stop. I need no more eyeshadow /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
I like lots of little ones and a big one. it realy depends. Rather than getting 6 nail polishes that are relalynicely priced but chip after one day, I would like one that hold up at least three days. I do so much with my hands (we don't have a dishwasher) and my polishes always chip easy. I have started to rather spend money on better quality products than have lots of different polish colors for example which I end up giving away because they chip. i honestly am very appreciative of anything though. I put on my wishlist that I am fine with drugstore products as long as it is something that my secret santa values. That means at least one other person has tested it and likes it.

 

[Jamie P]

I am really ready to be matched up. I need time to spy. I gathered up a ton of things from my makeup junk drawer as well... I have so much stuff that could be great extras. I can't wait to find out my matches skin tone, favorite colors, etc.

 

[Sunflowercake]

Quote: Originally Posted by Jamie P /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am really ready to be matched up. I need time to spy. I gathered up a ton of things from my makeup junk drawer as well... I have so much stuff that could be great extras. I can't wait to find out my matches skin tone, favorite colors, etc.
Hahaha yes, I agree. I am always excited to go shop for presents.

 

[wrkreads]

I think I'm more excited about coming up with a "curation explanation" note the explains why I chose the specific items I did. I figure it will add an extra touch to the gift. Even if it does reveal my stalking abilities, lol.

 

[Tiffany27la]

I think I'm more excited about coming up with a "curation explanation" note the explains why I chose the specific items I did. I figure it will add an extra touch to the gift. Even if it does reveal my stalking abilities, lol.

^^^ This is an uh-mazing idea!! Super creative..I may or may not have to copy this lol