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[coconut]

Re: Chanel Discussion & Must Haves

stv578 - The Hydramax comes in a cream, a gel cream, a tinted moisturizer, and a serum. I think those are all the forms. I use the cream vs. the gel cream because my skin is quite normal/dry (gel would probably be better for normal/oily) and am thinking of using the serum (in addition to the cream) in the winter. There is also the new Nutritive Hydramax moisturizer, which I haven't tried, but Elegant has and likes it. I'm still not really clear what it does over the old version, though. Additional hydrating properties I think? I was hoping it would have some kind of "nutrition" in it that would work for anti-aging properties, but I'm not sure that's what it is. Good to hear that the Retin-A side effects can be minimal. Let me know what the strength you use is when you get home.

Purple - Welcome!! How do you like Mythic? I want that one!

 

[coconut]

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Bonitinha - Thanks for your input on the Retin-A! Now that you say it helps with clearing out pores, I am listening! I would definitely start with lowest prescription strength possible. Actually, I wonder about trying some over-the-counter types. For example, I know Philosophy sells retinol products. I do like their skincare products. If Chanel did, then I might be in trouble!

 

[Miss QQ]

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Originally Posted by Winthrop44 You will LOVE it! It looks just like this picture on Sabrina's blog, except round/baked since it's not US: Chanel+Eyeshadow+Quads+Set+3.jpg (image) I'm in love with the very pale lavender and caramel shades!

Was looking at the pic and I noticed the quad Songes. I have it from the Think Pink collection, and the e/s are round, not square like this, but the colours aren't the same. My Songes consists of a pale pink with gold shimmer, a matte beige, a silvery pink and a dark brown black.

 

[Winthrop44]

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ Was looking at the pic and I noticed the quad Songes. I have it from the Think Pink collection, and the e/s are round, not square like this, but the colours aren't the same. My Songes consists of a pale pink with gold shimmer, a matte beige, a silvery pink and a dark brown black.

Hmmm. Do you see another one on that page

The Beauty Look Book: All-In-One Convenience with Chanel Quadra Eye Shadows

that looks like your Songes? Maybe she mixed up 2 of them?

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Camnagem Elegant - I'm so glad you found your missing Ming! Today I thought I lost my sunglasses and they were mysteriously hiding, very secretly, on my head. It took me an hour to "find" them. Awesome, go me.

oh girl you make me laugh so hard! ^That is me to a T...seriously

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by coconut I have sensitive acne-prone skin. I am so sick of skincare companies marketing products for oily skin towards this skin type. I actually have normal-to-dry skin. I find the Hydramax moisturizer is perfect for this. I'm not too sure about the anti-aging properties, though.

I agree. I have normal/dry skin & the Hydramax moisturizer was THE FIRST moisturizer I could use without it breaking my skin out!

I love Rose Comete & moreso now, because the smell/taste is going away. The color is lovely on.

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Originally Posted by coconut Yep, I'm in the same boat with breakouts and normal/dry skin. I find Hydramax to work for me. I am interested in trying Retin-A but am afraid of the irritated, red, flaky skin and sun sensitivity. Maybe a serum targeted at anti-aging and a moisturizer that works for sensitive but normal/dry skin would be the answer! I have been toying with the idea of a serum, but was thinking of just going with Hydramax since I liked the sample.

I hear you - that is/was me. Hydramax has never ever broken my skin out. I hate having sensitive skin. Why can't the skin on our face be like the skin on the under side of our arms - its always smooth, has no visible pores & never breaks out

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ There is a np named Ming. It is the same shade as the laque.

Oh great, now I can get confused & put np on my lips & lip lauqer on my nails

 

[Bonitinha]

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Originally Posted by coconut Bonitinha - Thanks for your input on the Retin-A! Now that you say it helps with clearing out pores, I am listening! I would definitely start with lowest prescription strength possible. Actually, I wonder about trying some over-the-counter types. For example, I know Philosophy sells retinol products. I do like their skincare products. If Chanel did, then I might be in trouble!

I think the reason my skin was getting irritated is because some of the cleansers and moisturizers I was using had AHA's in them -- and in conjunction with the Retin-A -- it was overload with my skin. I think a lot of the over the counter products with Retinol work really well, too. My insurance doesn't cover dermatologist visits (over $100/visit) or Retin-A ($100/tube) -- so it gets very pricey for me! Let me know if you find any other retinol products you like. I am interested in some of these Chanel serums!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Bonitinha Elegant -- Do you have lots of quads or mainly singles? I have so many eyeshadows, yet I think I need quite a few of those quads!!

Not yet - of either.

I have 3 quads & 1 single es. I can't remember the names - I'll go check

EDIT: I have Trace - single es
Smokey, Kaska quads & New York Paris palette

 

[Purple]

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Thank you very much for your warm welcome

!!
I think that my love for Chanel makeup will grow faster than I thought. I´m in love with my two Chanel lipsticks

, gorgeous colors! Now I´m trying to find the right gloss for them, what do you recommend for Mythic and Beige Feline lipsticks?

 

[Purple]

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quote=coconut;1943371]stv578 - The Hydramax comes in a cream, a gel cream, a tinted moisturizer, and a serum. I think those are all the forms. I use the cream vs. the gel cream because my skin is quite normal/dry (gel would probably be better for normal/oily) and am thinking of using the serum (in addition to the cream) in the winter. There is also the new Nutritive Hydramax moisturizer, which I haven't tried, but Elegant has and likes it. I'm still not really clear what it does over the old version, though. Additional hydrating properties I think? I was hoping it would have some kind of "nutrition" in it that would work for anti-aging properties, but I'm not sure that's what it is. Good to hear that the Retin-A side effects can be minimal. Let me know what the strength you use is when you get home. Purple - Welcome!! How do you like Mythic? I want that one!

I looooove Mythic

very much!! I´m always in search of the perfect nude and I think I found the right one, specially to complement the smoky eyes look. I have a swatch of Mythic on my pigmented lips:
Attachment 11170

With flash:
Attachment 11171

Attachment 11172

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Purple I looooove Mythic very much!! I´m always in search of the perfect nude and I think I found the right one, specially to complement the smoky eyes look. I have a swatch of Mythic on my pigmented lips: Attachment 11170 With flash: Attachment 11171 Attachment 11172

That looks lovely on you! It really is a perfect nude. Yay for smokey eyes

 

[stv578]

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Originally Posted by Purple Now I´m trying to find the right gloss for them, what do you recommend for Mythic and Beige Feline lipsticks?

Honestly, Mythic looks so nice on you, I would stick with something that doesn't really alter the colour but adds shimmer the days you feel like it. Futile is really nice, it was from the spring collection. I also have a sheer milky pink gloss with very subtle shimmer from GA that would work, #25 I think. But I personally prefer the glossimers, they're more lasting.

 

[Bonitinha]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Not yet - of either. I have 3 quads & 1 single es. I can't remember the names - I'll go check EDIT: I have Trace - single es Smokey, Kaska quads & New York Paris palette

I don't have any Chanel e/s (but a zillion from other brands). Do you like the Kaska quad? I have been eyeing Mystic Eyes and the Bleu Celeste -- and for neutral quads -- I've been looking at swatches for Dunes, Kaska, and Variations. So many shadows, so little time

 

[stv578]

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Kaska Beige is gorgeous, neutral plummy shades.

 

[elegant-one]

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Yes, ^ she is right! I love the Kaska quad too.

Just got a new email from Chanel with some kind of new items. I swatched the Heather Rose eyeshadow & its a beauty. Like a heathery rosey mauvey plum color. It would be gorgeous with some smokey grey es.

I want Chanel to do the free shipping with any order again

 

[Purple]

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Originally Posted by stv578 Honestly, Mythic looks so nice on you, I would stick with something that doesn't really alter the colour but adds shimmer the days you feel like it. Futile is really nice, it was from the spring collection. I also have a sheer milky pink gloss with very subtle shimmer from GA that would work, #25 I think. But I personally prefer the glossimers, they're more lasting.

Thanks, I will check them

 

[Camnagem]

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Wow...looking at that picture with all of the quads was dangerous! Now I want Dunes, Kaska and Dreams.

All of this talk/info about Retin-A is great, I really love this thread for so many reasons. Anyway, I used Philosophy's Help Me retinol night treatment a while back. I didn't have any irritation/flakies/redness at all, but I also didn't really see or feel any noticeable difference in my skin. Maybe I didn't use it for long enough, I know they say retinol takes a while of continued use to kick in.

At any rate, I'm thinking of trying another version and my eyes are sort of set on Dermadoctor's Poetry in Lotion. Apparently it's much more potent, and should be started out only at night (as the sole product after cleansing), every other night or even less. I have zero experience in the brand but this product sounds like a powerhouse. Any of you tried this or anything else from the brand?

Here's a link to the product: Sephora: Dermadoctor POETRY in Lotion®: Aging

 

[purrtykitty]

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Those quads are all so gorgeous, but I'm going to remain strong and hold out for the Enigma quad coming this fall. Hellooooo...purple annnnnd smokey taupe?! It's all a girl needs!!

Oh, and Momma Spy...I did a post on my blog today with my new Anthropologie top!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty Oh, and Momma Spy...I did a post on my blog today with my new Anthropologie top!

Oh & you are wearing the leopard shoes! The top & sweater are adorable on you!!! Love.
But mostly - this cracked me up " I'm rather top-heavy"

our favorite subject just never gets old

You look great - gutsy to post a body shot I must say. That teal nail polish job is amazing too.

I just got this so cute Anthro straw hat with a green burlap flower on it. I'm also into hats lately

Yep, wants the Enigma quad desperately

 

[elegant-one]

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Oh, this will totally crack you guys up.

I told you guys that I exfoliate with Chanel's Eclat in the peachy pink squeeze tube - well, OPI makes a smoothing pedicare lotion in almost the exact same size & color squeeze tube

you guessed it - I used the OPI pedicure lotion on my face instead

No harm done I guess