Make up help needed. Have a real problem.

Hi,

Can't help with the lipstick query I'm afraid, though I am interested in the responses!

For the eyeshadow, do you use a primer? if not then try one! I use Urban decay shadow primer - it seems expensive but toally worth it!

Are you doing your makeup yourself? if not, then ask teh artitst and make sure they are aware of the eye watering so they can use the right products too.

HTH

DM x

Will be doing it myself I would think. Where can I purchase the product you have mentioned? I have never used a primer before, have plenty of time to experiment though.

Debenhams, House of Fraser, maybe bigger Boots?

You wouldn't believe the difference a primer makes! Try it!

Debenhams sell Urban Decay products. If you ask the Urban Decay assistant they will tell you how to use it (though its really easy, you just put a small amount on under your shadow - makes the shadow stick and stops it creasing etc.

I don't think I've ever found its changed how the make up applies - except the colours tend to be more intense on it.

I don't think Boots still stock UD - least not even the biggest one near me does.

*duplicate*

I know the Boots at M'hell used to - not sure if they still do?

I don't think they did last time I went.

Mac do a cream eye shadow in what looks like a paint tube. I buy a really neutral shade & apply it before my regular eyeshadow, it lasts literally all day!!

Stay, Don't Stray by Benefit (Debenhams) is supposed to be good as an eye primer

For a long staying lipstick you should try a Mac amplified formula, they have great colour payoff and fantastic staying power! Pop to your local debenhams and get them to try a few out on you. Also, if you use a lip liner all over the lip before applying your lipstick it will stay a lot longer

I would stay away from the lipstains, they can be so drying which is not a good look fur the beautiful bride xxx

That is what I have found happen before. they never seem to make it look smooth either from where they dry the lips out. I just thought it was my lips ..lol.

I have been wearing make-up since my school days and am 44 now so am very confident with how to apply it but I guess my age is making my skin texture change now.

Nothing to add on the makeup front but to help with the hayfever I'd suggest silk flowers, or a button/broach bouquet.