I was inspired to do this post after reading a similar one by Kia from MAKE me UP. I can often be a creature of habit when it comes to beauty; I stick to what I know or feel comfortable with and as a result am not often that adventurous. Here's a few beauty things that I just don't do...
1. Bronzer
I just haven't yet gotten into bronzer and the whole contouring thing; I apply my beloved blush and some highlighter and I'm good to go cheek wise. I think what puts me off is that bronzers are often either too dark or too orange, which isn't a good look for a super pale gal like me. I also can't buy one off the high street because generally high street powders contain talc and for me talc equals breakouts. (This means I miss out on The Body Shop Honeycomb Bronzer, which looks like the ideal shade - sob.) If you can recommend an affordable bronzer for pale skin from a natural brand, please let me know in the comments!
2. The Red Lip
I have zero red lip confidence. I do have a couple of red lippies that I've used for fancy dress outfits (it's not the same when you're dressed up as someone else - right?), but I'm not even sure that they're the right shade for me! I'm also a little paranoid that a bold lip makes my thin lips look even smaller, so I just to tend to avoid.
3. Bright Eyeshadow
I don't think bright eyeshadow will ever be "me". All my single eyeshadows and palettes are neutrals in varying shades, formulas and finishes. I once won a Technic eyeshadow palette full of bright neon shades and I ended up passing it onto a friend - after 6 months of having it I'd hadn't even swatched it!!
4. Fake Tanning
By this I mean proper tan as opposed to gradual tanning lotions, which I will use. This is partly me being lazy - I really can't be bothered with it. Plus I won't use fake tan on my face as I'm too worried about breaking out from it. I've basically come to the conclusion that for me being pale and proud is the way forward - I'll just take the edge off it with a gradual tanner in the summer when I need to get the milk bottle legs out!
5. Waxing
I have to be honest - waxing SCARES me. I'm sure it's not really that bad... but hand me a pain-free razor any day. Maybe if I had it professionally done by someone trained I would be converted, but I'd rather use the money it would cost on something else... You can tell I'm not really convinced here!!
What beauty things do you avoid? Are you with me on any of the above?
Beauty Bird xx
I'm totally with you on the fake tanning front. I use Palmers gradual tanning lotion in the summer and that's enough effort for me! Pale and proud is the way to go!
ReplyDelete-Adel xx
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I haven't tried the Palmers one, is it good? I've been using the Garnier one this summer xx
DeleteWaxing scares the hell out of me too, I'd rather just be hairy! I agree with the bright eyeshadow thing too. I'm a big red lippy lover and you should be! Maybe visit a makeup counter for some advice on how to wear it and what shade you should go for. It's a massive confidence booster when worn right :) great post as always! x
ReplyDeleteThank you! That is a great tip, then at least the shade would be right for me! Will have to brave it. Would you recommend a particular brand to go to? xx
DeleteYou need to find your perfect red shade and you will love red lips! I swear it instantly changes my mood when I have red lippy on. :) As for fake tanning, I was super scared, but did it the first time following all the rules and applied a very delicate layer. Since then I am hooked! I love it!
ReplyDeleteMademoiselle-Lala.com
I think it definitely seems that finding the right red shade is the way to go about it! Really not sure I'll ever get into tanning, I'm just so lazy! xx
DeleteI'm the same as you with the fake tanning! I just have to wait til summer every year to get some sort of colour!
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My natural tan in the summer is other people's pale haha!! xx
DeleteGlad to hear I'm not the only one who is scared to death of waxing! I even tried again recently with ready to use strips, I applied it and... I COULDN'T RING MYSELF TO TEAR IT OFF!!! Can you imagine me running around the house asking my mother to help me remove the wax ahahah x
ReplyDeleteHaha that would be so be me! I'd have to get my other half to take it off and he'd probably enjoy it!! xx
DeleteBasically that whole posts sums up things I don't do, except for the red lips because I love rocking that! I've been trying to use the bronzer but I don't think it works out well for me.
ReplyDeleteNice to hear I'm not alone on these :-) I think with bronzer getting the right shade is key xx
DeleteLove bronzer to warm up my skin Sasha but I don't really contour - not sure it would suit my face! Red lip - I have to be in the mood but it really is a case of finding the right one. Bright eyeshadow - did that many times in my youth - too old for it now! Fake tan - I'm lazy and use gradual tanners like you. Waxing is a complete doddle - honestly I've had all the usual areas/bits waxed and it's so much more convenient! I've since had IPL and that hurt far more than waxing (although it was worth it!) Love this post (I could chat about this stuff all day!) - I may pinch (and credit of course!) the idea if that's ok! xx
ReplyDeleteOf course, you should definitely do this post too! It's really interesting to hear about yours :-) xx
DeleteI don't do 2 or 3 and I am quite scared of no.4 but am going to try it and see. Waxing im not overly bothered about, ive tried it, it hurts in some places, not in others x
ReplyDeleteI think with waxing it is just me being a total wimp! xx
DeleteReally love this post idea, I used to be addicted to tan, now I never touch it!
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked the post :-) so you're pale and proud too? :-) xx
DeleteI'm totally with you on the red lips, bright eyeshadow and waxing! I really want to be a but braver with bright shades, but whenever I try I chicken out at the last minute and wipe it all off again!
ReplyDeleteClaire x
I've done the same before, maybe one day we will be brave enough to keep it on! xx
DeleteI'm with you on several of these! I've never used bronzer and never fake tanned. I tried waxing once but I don't think I did a very good job so haven't tried it again. I'm fine with red lips and would probably be a bright eye shadow kinda girl but I'm lacking in application skills so I don't wear it! x
ReplyDeleteBecky @ The Little Blog of Beauty
I'd be awful at waxing myself! There's no way I'd do a good job! What's your favourite red lippie?xx
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