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Sun Mar 18, 2007 12:10 pm  |
Hi everyone
I never had to wear makeup when I was younger..never broke out and had very clear even skin tone.
I was a beach bum sad to say now.
When I reach my early 40's mainly mid 40's my skin took a turn for the worst !!
I had skin cancer (Squamous) 2 years ago all on my face. I went to a Top plastic surgeon here in NYC who is also a Top Skin cancer doc. WEll the scars are not noticeable at all except for the one's on my forehead and chin which aren't bad at all. The ones under both eyes (Cheekbones) really aren't noticeable as he made them so thin and cut it where it went with the natural aging.
Well anyway I now have dry skin( Not peely at all ) and age spots from all them years at the beach.
I have tried many foundations the last 2 years and they all are dry on my skin and show the wrinkles around my mouth and chin. (That's where I aged ) I don't have crows feet or bags at all and never breakout..
I tried powder but it looks really bad on me ..too dry looking.
I can't find a foundation that is oil base.
Please can someone name some that are oil base .I don't care what it cost.I don't know much when it comes to makeup as I never wore it when younger unless I had to go somewhere and even then someone else did it for me.
Thanks so much 
Blue |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 4:05 pm |
| Believe it not Alexander Demarkoff Countess Isslyrn been around since the 1940's is oil based and boy a little goes a long way. Its hard to find but I have used it before and it works. |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 4:15 pm |
I found this
"Other brands who do good oil-based foundations are MAC (Hyper Real foundation), NARS (Balanced Foundation) or Clinique also do good oil based foundations. Laura Mercier Flawless Face Moisturizing Foundation"
From http://beaut.ie/blog/?p=1601 |
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28 Fair skin, brown hair, blue eyes & acne prone combo skin |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 4:23 pm |
| Have you tried Chanel's Vitalumiere? It's very rich and leaves a nice dewy finish. |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 4:27 pm |
| Giorgio Armani's oil-free foundation is pretty good! |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 5:06 pm |
| helenzwl wrote: |
| Giorgio Armani's oil-free foundation is pretty good! |
Um, she WANTS an oil-based foundation...not oil-free
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32, Fair Skin, combo/break-out prone. Simple routine of REN No. 1 Purity Cleansing Balm and Argan oil as a moisturizer; Clarisonic when needed. That's it! |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 5:08 pm |
| I still say check out the deMarkoff pm me I have a place that I know that will send free samples of the colors. HTH |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 5:54 pm |
Thankyou everyone !!
I'm so glad for these replies
I will buy one of each if I can get my hands on all of them.
Peace and thanks again
Blue |
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Sun Mar 18, 2007 8:24 pm |
I would also look into La Prairie (they have 2 very good foundations for dry skin), and Cle de Peau.
Best of luck,
Lucy. |
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Mon Mar 19, 2007 5:35 pm |
Trish McEvoy Even Skin foundation comes in two versions, one which has oil in it (the other is silicon based). The former lasts a lot longer.
Have you thought about using a primer between your moisturiser and your make up? Again Trish McEvoy does a good one (well two actually, one for dryer skins and one which is oil free).
You should be able to get samples of some foundations before you splash out. TM are quite good for samples but so is Estee Lauder, they do lots of lovely foundations and Prescriptives which are part of the group have a large range. They also do a custom foundation, it's not just colour, you could have more oil or moisture for example. |
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Mon Mar 19, 2007 7:03 pm |
If cost is not an issue AND you live in NYC... go to Saks and try SK-II Airtouch foundation. It is fantastic stuff.
It is not oil-based, it is silicone based. But if I read your question correctly what you are looking for is a foundation that will not settle in wrinkles or accentuate dry spots. The SK-II will give you a beautiful, smooth 'airbrush' finish and will not settle into wrinkles. It is also quick and easy to apply, you just mist it on.
If you have a lot of very dark areas the SA may suggest that you use the Signs foundation first to cover up, then use Airtouch over that. I personally do not need to do this (and I have acne scars), I use Cle de Peau concealer then Airtouch and get a beautiful finish.
Anyway, especially because you are located in NYC and have access to the SK-II counter in person, try it out. I think you'll be well pleased. Here is a thread with some more reviews (mine is one):
http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=18589&highlight=skii+airtouch |
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Mon Mar 19, 2007 7:18 pm |
Joe Blasco Studio make-up
DiorSkin Sculpt Foundation
Serious Skin Care (from Home Shopping Network) |
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Mon Mar 19, 2007 8:20 pm |
Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation and Hydra Glow are wonderful!! Also you might try Laura Mercier or Bobbi Brown, I believe each has a moistuizing/hydrating foundation. Hope you find something!!!  |
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Early 40's, normal/dry, Oily T zone (summer) fine lines, hyperpigmentation |
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Tue Mar 20, 2007 5:53 pm |
Thanks so much Ladies
Your the best !!!
I will try all of them but I have to get some samples as it's getting expensive..LOL
Believe me when I say I will try everyone to find which works the best for me ..I mean this is my face ..LOL...Thanks again to all
Blue |
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Tue Mar 20, 2007 6:14 pm |
No prob...please let us know which products you like. I'd love to know.
TI |
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Tue Mar 20, 2007 8:35 pm |
Bluerain,
If you would like to get samples of GA LSF or the Hydraglow call the GA Boutique in the Bellagio Hotel. Ask for Cindy, she's great at sending samples!! |
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