Question about purchasing a couple lines of make-up

[Kimberleigh]

Hi ladies! I hope that I'm putting this in the right forum, and if this has been asked, I apologize. I searched, but found no results that seemed to be helpful to me.

Anyway, I've seen the brands NYX, Jacquard, Ben Nye, and Jessie's Girl mentioned on some of my make-up forums. NYX has a website, obviously, but I can't find any place to purchase the other three (online or a store that I could go buy it). Can anyone tell me where I could see/buy any of these products (online or otherwise)? It seems like Ben Nye should be sold in costume stores (haven't checked the two we have in town yet).

Many thanks!!

 

[astronaut]

Jesse's Girl is sold at some Rite Aids. I haven't tried the shadows or anything else, so I can't say much about those, but I randomly bought some of the pigments and my goodness they are good! I really like them! I personally don't care for NYX at all except for some of their lipglosses. I don't think the shadows are that pigmented and my brush is probably wearing off from all the extra work trying to get enough product. I found a lot of luck finding NYX at independent fragrance stores and forever 21 wannabeish stores. And the others I just don't know. I really want to try Ben Nye, I've seen some really nice FOTDs, but have no clue as to where to find it.

edit: I just noticed we both have hello kitty LOL

 

[Kimberleigh]

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Originally Posted by astronaut Jesse's Girl is sold at some Rite Aids. I haven't tried the shadows or anything else, so I can't say much about those, but I randomly bought some of the pigments and my goodness they are good! I really like them! I personally don't care for NYX at all except for some of their lipglosses. I don't think the shadows are that pigmented and my brush is probably wearing off from all the extra work trying to get enough product. I found a lot of luck finding NYX at independent fragrance stores and forever 21 wannabeish stores. And the others I just don't know. I really want to try Ben Nye, I've seen some really nice FOTDs, but have no clue as to where to find it. edit: I just noticed we both have hello kitty LOL

Hmm...I don't think Indiana has any Rite-aids. Bummer.

Oh, well, thanks for your help

Edit: Apparently, we do...they're just about 80 miles away from me! I guess if I make any trips toward Louisville, I'll try to find them. LOL!

 

[pumpkincat210]

Jacquard is an actual artist pigment which has not even been tested for cosmetic use. You can get it at an art supply. I personally wouldn't use it on my eyes, but i know lots of people do.

 

[iamlelilien]

I was just about to make a thread asking where to find Ben Nye. I'll keep watching this...

 

[Kimberleigh]

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Originally Posted by pumpkincat210 Jacquard is an actual artist pigment which has not even been tested for cosmetic use. You can get it at an art supply. I personally wouldn't use it on my eyes, but i know lots of people do.

Oh yeah! I've seen those at Michael's now that you mention it! Thanks!

 

[astronaut]

I did a search on Ben Nye and you can get them online at these sites:

http://www.stagemakeuponline.com/bennye/

http://www.stageandtheatermakeup.com...FQv1YAod6F2sGw

http://www.stagetechnology.com/catal...es.cfm?CID=104

I don't know how reputable they are though. I want to find a store that carries them so I can see them in person.

 

[YvetteJeannine]

I think the Ben Nye line runs more toward the theatrical type of makeup...I know they are a highly pigmented line (as stage/movie makeup needs to be), and while I've never personally tried any of their products, there are quite a few Specktrettes who love their stuff...I don't think they're sold at regular retail locations...I believe you'd find them on-line (as the links given above), or in a store that specializes in theatrical makeup/costumes...

 

[iamlelilien]

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Originally Posted by astronaut I did a search on Ben Nye and you can get them online at these sites: http://www.stagemakeuponline.com/bennye/ http://www.stageandtheatermakeup.com...FQv1YAod6F2sGw http://www.stagetechnology.com/catal...es.cfm?CID=104 I don't know how reputable they are though. I want to find a store that carries them so I can see them in person.

Holy crap, the bright eyeshadows are only $8!

 

[pixichik77]

Try Alcone (www.alconeco.com) for Nye and other theatrical brands. If you have any theater supply companies/costume stores in your area, try there too.

 

[MzEmo]

i really want to check these out to. i only know where to buy nyx but i dont rlly want that. im living in sf so if anyone knows what stores to get em reply back please =]

 

[kirari]

I have a few Ben Nye eyeshadows that I bought from Torrid (a plus sized higher quality Hot Topic) and I absolutely love them.

You can also get Nye at Silly Farm (http://www.sillyfarm.com). I buy Kryolan there, and they're wonderful.

 

[Dreamergirl3]

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Originally Posted by MzEmo i really want to check these out to. i only know where to buy nyx but i dont rlly want that. im living in sf so if anyone knows what stores to get em reply back please =]

if you're interested in stage/theatrical makeup, check out the Kryolan store in SF. on 9th stret in the SOMA area

they're fantastic! they even offer classes. HTH!