I thought I'd redirect us to one of my ongoing, quirky obsessions. Though this blog usually concerns itself with clothes and accessories in regards to shopping, there is a huge area that I've typically avoided, yet to which others have dedicated all sorts of time, paper, cyberspace, and cash: beauty products.
I could go on and on about trying to find the perfect concoctions to work with my combination/olive-complected/kinda aging face. It could get all semi-deep about beauty and race and marketing. But really, I just want to know if it's as frustrating (yet kinda fun) for you as it is for me, when it comes to shopping for your face cleanser, lip gloss, etc?
Since I wear minimal makeup, I usually focus on the skincare stuff... cleansers, eye creams, and sunblock (no, really, is there such a thing that is oil-free, anti-aging, and doesn't leave a whitish film all over my face?).
The only cosmetics I shop for are blush and lip gloss. Sounds fairly simple, right? Yet, as anyone knows, trying to find the perfect match online is pretty much impossible. Even after reading pages of product reviews (and even after trying to focus on those which come from reviewers with "olive skin" and "brown eyes"), I know it's still a crapshoot. The peachy blush that 6 Asian women swear makes them look all dewy and naturally flushed may still just make me look like a$$.
Currently, I've gotten intrigued by the whole new BB cream phenomenon. Having originated in Korea, this new wonder is supposed to take care of a myriad of skin issues with one swipe. I'm curious to check it out but worried about being disappointed - which is pretty much everyone's concern when trying out new products. Of course, I'm already lining up my usual suspects to challenge any contender: Will it clog my pores? Leave an ashy residue on my not-so-fair skin? Really make me look like a million bucks?
I'm toying with heading down to the Mall of Insanity later today, which is home to my fave beauty destination, Sephora. At least I'd be able to try out the buffet in person. It doesn't carry every darn brand (including an Asian one I wanna check out but is only available in a few states, Minnesota definitely not being one of them), but they do a commendable job with their vast array of tubes, compacts, and bottles.
Meanwhile, as I ponder whether I want to immerse myself in the crowds, I'll ask you this: have you delved into the BB cream frenzy? Do you also share my never-ending search for stuff that gives results? What are some of your trusted brands (I'm partial to Neutrogena and Korres)? And, for those of you with darker skin, is it a challenge to find good beauty products, both because of color and chemistry? I'd love to know.
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