u/Afraid_Bug1456

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Laura Mercier translucent setting powder is MAGIC

I can't believe it took me so long to try this. I bought it along with a couple other setting powders, and had it sitting unopened for months. I swear it's like I'm applying a filter in real time, and by that I'm not talking about pores and texture, but unslightly contours that I thought only filters could soften. Nasolabial contours, beside the nose, undereye hollows, temples. THIS is where to apply this.

Beware that for other concerns there may be better products - I still prefer my Nars Light Reflecting powder for my forhead, and my Hourglass for my cheeks. Contours is where this one shines!

My nasolabial area is slightly redder than the surrounding skin, so I go in with a green color corrector first for the best effect (Erobrian red correct). And even everything out a little more with a thin layer of BB cream. I still need to find a good color corrector for my undereyes, so any tips welcome! I'm fair neutral and I have the Laura Mercier powder in the color "Rose".

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u/Afraid_Bug1456 — 9 days ago

Best purple eyeshadow/palette?

- Palette preferred unless it's something really special.

- Must be easily blendable and not instantly stick like for example Mac shadows often do (I like to apply and blend with my pinkies when I'm in a rush).

- Any finish except the kind of glitter that gets everywhere (chrome and shimmer is okay).

- I'm neutral toned, so neutral or cool preferred.

- Red leaning (like the color in the sub logo) opposes my eye color on the color wheel, so I'd like one in that shade.

u/Afraid_Bug1456 — 10 days ago