What’s the biggest risk you ever took with your makeup?
Mine was orange lipgloss. It terrified me at first, but I’m addicted to it now. I also took chances on blue eyeshadow and bright colored lashes. One of the things I love about makeup is that even if a look doesn’t work out exactly how I hoped it would, makeup isn’t permanent. If I don’t like something, I can always wash it off!
What’s the biggest risk you ever took with your makeup? Let me know in the comments. And try your luck with the Makeup and Beauty Blog slot machine (click BET MAX above to start). You’ll need to have Flash installed on your computer to play. Have fun and good luck!
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
rowena says
May 28th, 2008 at 8:54 amMmmm I am game for anything Karen! the worst was a pinkish red Guerlain eyeliner which I put on my lower lashline. Sore eyes alert and I normally love pinks!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:04 amHi Rowena,
I can say that I’ve never, ever worn pinkish red eyeliner. You’re gutsy, girl! 🙂 How’s your day been so far?
TUPRNUT says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:18 amI love the graphic… now I remember why I don’t gamble!
Biggest risk? I tried ruby red lips and well, it didn’t work out. I’m a pink/netural lippy girl.
Paula says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:20 amI would have to say bright colors in eye shadows. I have always been a neutral or a mascara only girl. But, this spring I have stepped out of the dark and put on light colored shimmery shades and have gotten more compliments than ever. Such a change for me.
Jess says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:29 amThat is sooo cool…. You have neverending surprises Karen!
My biggest makeup risk was going goth with a red lip to my junior prom… It wasn’t all the way goth because I didn’t use any white powder but it was almost there…
Have a good day Karen!
Bridget says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:32 amHmmm, good question. It could be this lavender shade of lipstick I bought on a whim last year. It actually looks really good which is a big surprise.haha Other than that it would be red lipstick/lip gloss. It’s always a risk buying something like that and I still haven’t found a shade that looks good! 🙁
Fun game! Too bad I can’t get anything.haha
Glosslizard says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:48 amThe look I’ve risked (and can never get to work) is the smokey eye with the super-nude lip. Y’know, those lips that look like your skintone? They always look so hot in the magazine ads (those Prada ads, especially!) but I just end up feeling pasty! I always end up with a deeper neutral like Twig-twig!
Ooh! I want a slot machine that pays off in lip gloss! 😉
tricia c says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:57 amsuch a cool game. you are so unique always coming up with new fun ideas. i decided to try wonder mint mascara you recommended. i always wanted to try different colors, but was afraid they would not look great on me. i wear bright, bold eyeshadows color all the time, but was afraid of mascara. until i saw your post i had to give that color a try, and i so love it. it goes great with my skintone, and i receive compliments on mascara for the first time. thanks again!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:12 amHi Tuprnut,
LOL, it’s fun, yah? I just got three cherries in a row and I did a lil’ dance around my office.
Ruby red lips… yah, that’s one of those things that it can take years to find the exact right shade. I’m still looking for a beige that doesn’t make me look undead. Who knows how long that’s gonna take, sigh!
How have you been? Anything new with you?
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:12 amHi Paula,
Good for you! Do you have any favorites? Can’t wait to hear what they are.
I wore brown and beige shadows for years, too!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:12 amHi Jess,
Isn’t it fun? Now only if Chanel/gold coins popped out when you won, LOL.
That was a bold decision to go with red. Not everyone can pull it off… what did your dress look like?
You have a fab day too, girl! 🙂
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:12 amHi Bridget,
Red can take a *long* time to find. Seriously! You’ve got to keep trying… don’t give up! Hmmm, have you ever tried MAC Russian Red?
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:12 amHi Glosslizard,
Yeah, I know what you’re talking about. I love that look, too, but seriously… where am I ever going to wear it?
LOL, I would like a payout in Chanel, please!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:13 amHi Tricia,
That’s great! I’m so pleased to hear that you like it. It’s an *amazing* mascara, and I bet you look gorgeous in it. What have you paired it with?
Megan says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:25 amI don’t think I take too many “risks” I may test my limits at work etc.
Probably something like lime green eye shadow, turquoise eye shadow, bright blue eye shadow (yes I think it’s doable) – or crazy sparkly false lashes…:-)
Paula says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:40 amKaren,
Well, with blue eyes I was always under the impression that browns and plums were all I could wear. Then I saw a BOGO sale on the L’oreal H.I.P. duos with a blue and a neutral (and some WnW LE palettes) and I was hooked. I could wear neutrals that I was comfy with, and line with a color. So, that was my baby steps. But, my heart (and eyes) have been captured with the Kitten summer palette and I am smitten! If any of you girls get the chance to get this, I say grab it up! It’s gorgeous! 🙂
Next, I am on to bright nails….wish me luck!
tricia c says
May 28th, 2008 at 11:11 ami wear it with neutrals in general, and mac neutral pink and beauty burst eyeshadow.
Beth says
May 28th, 2008 at 11:13 amI feel quite lucky to say that I don’t think anything I’ve done has been risky – as you said, the whole point of makeup is that if you don’t like it you can wash it off.
I am a little unsure about the red lipstick thing though…I’ve got a good one, but I tend to stick to neutral lips so its always a bit of a shock when I’m wearing anything darker!
In your comment yesterday you asked me about the eyeliners I bought – they’re by a company called GOSH and the three I got are just like Urban Decay’s eyeliner pencils – they go on ultra-smooth and are half the price. I got Bananas (pale gold), Pretty Petrol (petrol blue) and Woody Green (a dark metallic green). I just got a few of their other eyeliners too, more like MAC’s Technakohls in Kamikaze (lime green), Flamingo (hot pink) and Aqua Line (turquoise). I’ve not worn any of them yet, but I’ll give them a try at the weekend. If they’re good, I’ll be getting more shades – there are tons!
Hope you’re having a good Wednesday!
Bx
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Kathleena says
May 28th, 2008 at 11:55 amMy biggest makeup mistake is when I tried to overdue it with blush. I had someone come up to me and say,”Are you wearing blush?” I realized that I was wearing to much and that blush is supposed to blend and look natural.
Kathleena
Baby Girl says
May 28th, 2008 at 12:55 pmGeeze, so many, but I’d have to say MAC Chintz lipstick. Not a good look on me. Too light and shimmery on my especially when I saw a picture taken of me wearing it, but of course perfect on my sister.
I love slot machines!!!!
Heidi says
May 28th, 2008 at 12:59 pmI’ve always loved red lipstick so i went out and bought a tube of MAC’s Russian Red. It looks so bright against my Asian skin, but i don’t care-it’s hot!! It takes a lot of confidence to wear the red lip WELL because women these days don’t sport the look. I say…BRING THE RED BACK!
Ping. says
May 28th, 2008 at 1:33 pmi’m trying out the jackpot! hahaha what will it be? a whole year supply of make up! yayyyy haha
Dao says
May 28th, 2008 at 1:40 pmProbably using artists brushes for makeup, it was a risky move to me. Now it works wonderfully and I don’t regret getting them at all. The worst mistake I’ve ever made was buying that makeup remover from Rimmel. It’s worse than water to remove my makeup! The 2nd worst move was the Maybelline eye makeup remover because it’s pure mineral oil => big time blur vision 🙁
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 1:57 pmHi Megan,
Lime green eyeshadow is a realm I’ve yet to visit. One of these days I’ll get the guts to do it. (I hope!).
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 1:57 pmHi Paula,
The Kitten summer palette looks really cute. I’ll have to see it in person when I get the chance.
Rock those bright nails, girl! What shade are you thinking about? Blue? Purple? 🙂
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 1:58 pmHi Tricia C.,
I have yet to wear it with pinks (I tried orange the other day… looked cute!) so that’s next up on my list.
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:09 pmHi Beth,
Those liners sound pretty. I’ve never been very adventurous with liner color so maybe this will be my next risky step. Hot pink, here I come!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:09 pmHi Kathleena,
I did the same thing, too, when I started wearing blush. Do you have a favorite natural-looking shade? I have several, but my go-to is MAC Blushbaby.
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:10 pmHi Baby Girl,
LOL, me too! When I go to Vegas you need to pry my booty out from the “Wheel of Fortune” slots.
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:10 pmHi Heidi,
I second that, girlfriend!
I love a red lip with a thick black line on the upper lash line. SO HOT!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:10 pmHi Dao,
Thanks for the info on those eye makeup removers. I can’t stand the ones that screw up your vision (it’s just wrong!).
Rose says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:14 pmHi Karen,
This is my first time commenting:
1. I LOVE you blog and I love that you’re a fellow Pinay! 🙂
2. I’m addicted to your slot machine.
3. My biggest makeup risk was with a clear greenish MAC lipglass called Squirt. (Does anyone remember it?) It was horrific by itself, but layered with a lipstick like Touch it gave something very neutral a nice depth.
Also, there was a MAC lipstick that was like a silvery/pewtery color. Horrific now, but was trendy in the late 90’s.
i♥makeup says
May 28th, 2008 at 2:21 pmM.A.C Alta Moda Pro Longwear: This stuff rocks, the perfect vampy lip
Urban Decay Liner in Gash: Red, maroon eyeliner, it makes my hazel eye pop
M.A.C Liquidlast Liner in Pinkcraft: Pink liner, it gives the perfect pop in the lower lashline
M.A.C Morange Lipstick: Bright orange lipstick, team it with Lychee Luxe Lipglass and it’s the most gorgeous coral lip ever
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Tine says
May 28th, 2008 at 3:46 pmBlue eyeshadow. Oh, and orange blush 😛
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Ellery says
May 28th, 2008 at 5:42 pmMine would probably be wearing NEON ORANGE eyeliner. The whole day everyone kept asking me if I had slept enough and/or been crying, it was awful.
Lehea says
May 28th, 2008 at 5:51 pmLoving that slot machine! It’s setting the mood for my trip to Vegas in July. I guess the boldest I’ve ever gone with makeup was wearing red lipstick. I’m such a neutral lover it’s not even funny! But one of my girls had a red themed birthday party, so I decided to give it a try. I used MAC’s Viva Glam I. It didn’t turn out that bad!
Marisol says
May 28th, 2008 at 6:19 pmHappy Hump Day Karen!
The biggest risk I ever took was wearing blue eye shadow. I never wanted to look like Mimi on the Drew Carey Show. I just had to learn to wear it the right way or really, the way that it suit me.
Also another risk was liquid liner. I have the shakiest hand and have had such a hard time mastering this skill. But I finally found a formula and technique that works for me.
And Karen, I am a gamblin’ fool!
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Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 9:58 pmHi Rose,
Thank you, girl. It’s very nice to meet you. 🙂
LOL, yeah, I think I’m addicted to that slot machine, too.
I saw a green Lipglass at MAC the other day and got very curious about it! I’ll have to ask about when I go there next. It seemed really interesting.
So, I totally know what late 90’s look you’re talking about. I totally rocked that Faith Evans lip, with the purple-ish liner and the silver/pewter lipstick.
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:02 pmHi Iheartmakeup!
Are you ready for SATC? I just got tix to a midnight showing tomorrow!
I am ALL OVER Morange Lipstick. Seriously. Lychee Luxe is one of my favorites so I think I’m going to love it. Thank you so much for the rec!
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:02 pmHi Tine,
Orange blush is fun. 🙂 What’s your fave? Mine is from Shu.
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:02 pmHi Ellery,
Wow! That was brave of you. Did you ever wear the color after that day?
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:02 pmHi Lehea,
How fun! It’s going to be crazy hot there in July. Are you going for work or for fun?
Karen says
May 28th, 2008 at 10:03 pmHi Marisol,
Happy Hump Day to you, too!
I, too, had fear of the MIMI EYES.
That slot machine is totally addicting. 🙂 I played with it all day today; even though I was super busy at work I managed to sneak in a pull or two. When I go to Vegas the only thing I play are slots (Wheel of Fortune is my fave).
Karen B says
May 28th, 2008 at 11:33 pmHmmm, I’m just beginning to get a tad daring with make-up. Before it was neutrals all the way and a wash of a pinkish-gold colour.
I actually rocked Mutiny to school last week, it was really fun and I got a lot of compliments on it. That and blush. I was terrified of blush and how it would make me look like a clown. But now I can’t do without my peaches 🙂 I’ll pick up some blushbaby next time I’m there, I think it’ll look better in winter when I’m a bit paler, then the orange of peaches’ll just look weird I think.
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Lynn says
May 29th, 2008 at 2:48 amHey Karen!
Dude, wow, did you program that slot machine?? It’s pretty sick, yo. 😀
Medina says
May 29th, 2008 at 3:37 amHi Karen! Great game! Mine was MAC Chrome Yellow all over the lid with black eyeliner and Nars Fire Down Below lipstick. Very modish, very cool. Unfortunately, no matter what base I use after about an hour it turns kind of dirty yellow with olive on me, like an old bruise. I’d like it to look as vibrant as in the pan. I have a medium pale skin with olive undertone. Any ideas?
P.S.: MAC Chrome Yellow and Nars Barbuda look amazing together… on other people…. on me they look even more like a bruise.
Karen says
May 31st, 2008 at 9:23 pmHi Karen B.,
Yay, Blushbaby! You know I hold that color near and dear to my heart (the first MAC blush I hit the pan with… *tears*).
I actually skipped blush for years, too. It’s amazing how blush can just brighten your face, yah? Just wait till you have a drawerful of them! You’re in trouble now, girl. 😉
Karen says
May 31st, 2008 at 9:24 pmHi Lynn,
Do ya like it? I wish I could’ve gotten it to spit out lipsticks, but alas… 😉
Karen says
May 31st, 2008 at 9:27 pmHi Medina,
Glad you enjoyed it! Chrome Yellow is an AMAZING color that I wish I had the guts to wear. You are brave and I totally give you props for working that very cool look. It’s too bad that the color turned on you. What base did you use underneath? I really like MAC Cream Color Base in Pearl layered underneath shadows. It turns up the intensity! Check out the magic in this post.
Karen B says
June 1st, 2008 at 12:37 amI know! The funny thing is this is the one make-up product my mum actually really likes on me. She’s been complaining how I look pale (aka sickly to her) for years and now I started wearing blush she’s like: you look infinitely better, what have you done?
And me: Make-up mom, blush!
Her: blush? Oh that’s interesting. lol
imagine this coming from my mum who NEVER ever wears make-up.
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Solé says
February 28th, 2009 at 12:34 pmThis is a good one because it really made me think. I’ve always been eager to experiment with makeup and try new things (with the exception of a black liquid eyeliner, pencil thin brows and harsh lipliner phase I went through in the 90s *shudder*).
So this question made me realize that I tend to be much more daring when experimenting with eye makeup and blushes, bronzers, etc. I’ve been wearing a lot of low key peach and nude glosses for the most part on my lips though.
Last spring I got an itch to have red lips. For as gutsy as I tend to be with makeup, I’ve been scared to death of red for years. I think it has something to do with a blue-red lipliner that came in one of those cheap all-in-one makeup kits I had as a preteen, but I digress.
So on a whim I strutted into the MAC store and told a salesgirl, “I want red lips. But not classic winter red lips. I want fun, bright, spring red lips.” She didn’t skip a beat. Without saying a word, she held up one finger and walked away, returning in a moment with Fafi Flash-N-Dash glaze (the Fafi line had just come out). I took one look at it and had an impulse to sprint out the door. It wasn’t red at all, but a sparkly bright red-orangey-pinky color that I thought would look horrible on me. At her insistence, I tried it on, and it actually looks red on me. And it was beautiful! I bought the last one and three other girls in the store went downstairs to the Nordstrom MAC counter to get the same color because they liked it so much. So this is my go-to red for the warmer months. Maybe next year I’ll try a winter red.
Patrice says
February 28th, 2009 at 6:46 pmI had permanent makeup tattoes for my eyebrows and lips. It was TERRIFIC. I liked having my eyebrows so well defined. My lips were in a pink neutral and they put a brightener in the ink. I lasted a long time and I loved it.