craftyhunnypie Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I need to sort out what makeup to buy / take for my holiday in Egypt. I have to travel light & want as minimum as possible. I was thinking along the lines of... Tinted moisturiser - goodness knows what colour Bronzing powder/blush Sparkly eye shadow glitter liner mascara lipgloss Any recommendations as to what to buy? I'm a bit limited to Body shop, Superdrug & Boots in Crewe. I'd like it all to be in a set really - but don't mind separates. Help! I want to look nice in the evenings. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenp Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 Hi Emma, When I went to Egypt, I took far to much. I don't think you will need a bronzing powder as the sun will give you lovely natural glow. All I ended up using was my mascara, lipgloss and golden eyeshadow in the evenings I have now learned to pack the bare essentials & if I need to buy when I get there. Hope you have a wonderful time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 Hiya - thanks - I'll buy a nice golden eyeshadow & new lipgloss then. I've got a new mascara already. I was a bit worried about my face looking ugh for the first couple of nights, before I get a glow. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistachio Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 The two nicest tinted moisturisers I have tried are Laura Mercier (not available in those shops) and Estee Lauder, who do a sheer tint that looks grey when it comes out of the tube but adapts to your tone very nicely. It also has SPF 15 which is fab. And it smells divine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I need to sort out what makeup to buy / take for my holiday in Egypt.I have to travel light & want as minimum as possible. I was thinking along the lines of... Tinted moisturiser - goodness knows what colour Bronzing powder/blush Sparkly eye shadow glitter liner mascara lipgloss Any recommendations as to what to buy? I'm a bit limited to Body shop, Superdrug & Boots in Crewe. I'd like it all to be in a set really - but don't mind separates. Help! I want to look nice in the evenings. Emma.x Okay,this is my area. Don't bother with a tinted moisturiser ......after a couple of days you will have a hint of color anyhow, & it will be hot,so you may sweat it off & end up streaky. Just a decent mattifying moituriser instead & a translucent powder. Look for the mini Bourjois range in Boots or Superdrug for some lovely day to evening colors,shimmer & sparkle,or spend £22 on Boots no7 at the moment & get a Fab gift of travel sizes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffyknickers Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I really like bourjois for most things makeup wise. Instead of a tinted moisturiser or bronzer (as youll get a nice colour) you could go for a pinky blusher type thing that bourjois do - thing one is called rose eclir (mine is in the car and I am in jammies!). It comes with a little brush but I reccomend using just a small amount on finger tips and just a little on the apples of your cheeks. For eyeshadow it would be worth while getting a few colours in one pallette - save on space. Dont know what colour your eyes are but greys are always nice and they do one that goes from almost white to silver/grey into a dark grey which if used carefully can double as a eyeliner (small amount on finger then put on eye lid/under eye). To me mascara is mascara so go for one youve used before and like. Add a lip gloss and your done! Just nothing to sticky or drying. When you have a colour even a tinted lip balm can look lovely and moisturise your lips. Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoopsie Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I recommend having an eyelash tint - I do this regularly now and love never having to worry about putting on maascara, taking it off or having panda eyes. It's very liberating!!!! Must have a good red lippy too - both of these and you're pretty sorted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 It does so depend on colouring - I could never wear red lipstick,but got for shimmery deepish pink sheer glosses instead. I have a couple of fab metallic eyeliners from Boots No7 that are brilliant for a little bit of glam in the evening.The gold looks great with a tan As I mentioned earlier,spen £22 & you get a really nice gift with a mini protect & perfect, a mini mascara, a gorgeous pink gloss, a shimmery khaki gold shadow & some other bits too,all in a usefull bag - well worth it. Look for a transluscent powder with a subtle shimmer in it,as it goes with any skin tone & will still look good when you have a bit of colour, OR Olay do a fab moisturiser with a really nice glow in it,which gives a subtle shimmer too, which is perfect for day or evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted February 18, 2010 Author Share Posted February 18, 2010 Hi - I don't really do face powder, as I like a dewy finish. I have thought about the olay stuff - but I think I'm going to go with the nice blusher idea. I tan quite quickly & I'm extremely experimently & wild with eye colours. I love makeup! I can get away with reddish lipstick too. I was looking at bodyshop sparkle cubes eye shadows, but I will look at all the ranges in Boots. I've seen the No 7 gift & I don't think I'd use the stuff that's in it this time - not keen on the colours. I love sparkle / shimmer - so I'll definitely look at the Bourjois range. Oh how I love makeup shopping. I'll let you know what I get later today - first it's holiday hairdo (cut & colour). Oh the thought of being pampered. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 My "desert island" make up product would be Touche Eclat by YSL . It's a fabulous highlighting pen to use all over the face and it really does give that "dewey glow" healthy look to the skin. Hides dark circles and bags under eyes, you can use it to contour aswell. It is expensive at approx £22 for the pen but I've had mine nearly a year and still going strong, and I've had comments from other people whilst wearing it - even my sister said "what have you done, you look different?....like a teenager again!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docsquid Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Dare I say, don't take any make-up, except maybe a Factor 25+ lip protector/gloss? Honestly, I don't know anybody who looks better wearing make-up than they do without it, and you will have a lovely healthy glow anyway from the sun - why cover it up? You won't want mascara in a hot climate like that - it will run like mad, or if you buy the "runproof" stuff it will just dry and little flecks will fall off onto your face. Just make sure you wear very high factor sun cream (Factor 25+) to prevent burning or you might need something to hide the redness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C&T Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Dare I say, don't take any make-up, except maybe a Factor 25+ lip protector/gloss? Honestly, I don't know anybody who looks better wearing make-up than they do without it, and you will have a lovely healthy glow anyway from the sun - why cover it up? You won't want mascara in a hot climate like that - it will run like mad, or if you buy the "runproof" stuff it will just dry and little flecks will fall off onto your face. Just make sure you wear very high factor sun cream (Factor 25+) to prevent burning or you might need something to hide the redness. Someone after my own heart... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Hi - I don't really do face powder, as I like a dewy finish. I have thought about the olay stuff - but I think I'm going to go with the nice blusher idea. I tan quite quickly & I'm extremely experimently & wild with eye colours. I love makeup! Ooooo, me too,me too!!! Buying make up for holidays is a joy for me, & the Bourjois Mini range is just brilliant with teeny sized lip glosses & coin sized shimmery shadow I don't wear much apart from a shimmery lip protector,face sun screen & a great waterproof mascara that doesn't run or flake during the day,but the gorgeous colours for the evening are such fun If you do decide to try the Olay,I can really recommend it - I use it all the time for day wear,as it gives a lovely dewy finish. I bought the new Boots No7 one today too,which is fab.....Lift & Luminate its called..very pretty indeed. My daughters had most of my No7 free gift goodies,as the colours weren't my thing either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted February 18, 2010 Author Share Posted February 18, 2010 Makeup is fun! I don't do the theatre dame look Docsqid, so don't worry. I just like a bit of glam on the eyes & lips. I've done a lot of travelling, so know how makeup behaves & what to avoid in the heat, but it's lovely to 'doll' up a bit - all part of being a girlie woman & feminine! Bring on the glittter! I just can't wait to have my hair done in a min & go makeup shopping after. Cinnamon if I lived nearer we could go makeup shopping together! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 We would cost each other a fortune - I can tell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 after a couple of days you will have a hint of color anyhow Not everyone ! On one of my rare sunshine hols with OH in Greece a local asked if I'd just arrived - when I'd been there 2 weeks Nowadays I'd know to pack a gentle face fake tanner like this http://uk.clarins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/beauty-products_radiance-and-brightening_radiance-plus-self-tanning-cream-gel_C010405002_10201_11751_-11_32203_44057_30103 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickendoodle Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 I wish there was a foundation that had a higher spf factor than 15 - that is nowhere near enough for the face as far as I am concerned I am quite obsessive about not getting sun on my face and at 51 I have hardly any wrinkles! I use Elemis liquid layer sun block ( factor 30) and always wear a wide brimmed hat during the day. I use it the sun block all through the summer, not just on holiday. At night normal foundation required as skin will be the same colour as when I left home Boring but it works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted February 18, 2010 Author Share Posted February 18, 2010 Ok folks - I bought... Olay tinted moisturiser new thing in medium - very nice Bourjois mini creme blush - shade 06 Bourjois lipgloss 3D cosmic - shade 23 Bourjois mini nail polish - sunset rio No17 eye trio - metallic toffee No 17 glitter (eyeshadow) - gold digger They all looked lovely together! I am very pleased - thanks for all your help! My holiday evenings will be a bit more glam! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Sounds fabby Nothing wrong with a bit od glam in the evening,& if you can't do it on holiday,then when can you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffyknickers Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 I'm allergic to touche eclat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I'm allergic to touche eclat Oh no is there an alternative on the market that would suit better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 The Body shop one is pretty good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Emma, that sounds a lovely selection, I'd love to see the eyeshadow on, I think it'll really suit you. How exciting, you're all sorted. I do hope you'll post some photos when you return? Including a close up of the make up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted February 19, 2010 Author Share Posted February 19, 2010 I'll post some piccies yes if you like. I don't want to come across as bragging about my holiday though. But you can have makeup piccie if you like. I'll put on my best pout! (do we have a pouty smiley)? Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Oh yes,please do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
