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katshow Rookie
katshow
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So as a newbie, I've been trying to have a totally gluten free lifestyle which includes makeup, shampoos and everything else. I just got rid of all my old makeup and went for Neutrogena (stuff that I know is gluten free) because it's cheaper than Lancome and Bare Essentials.

I've tried a few different kinds now of the foundation and it makes me breakout and doesn't last very well. Does anyone else have this problem? Is Bare Essentials really worth the money to switch? I actually have a Bare Essentials store near me and I want to go there, but I'm just trying to figure out if it's really THAT much better.

Any help is appreciated!

Thanks!

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dlp252 Apprentice
dlp252
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So as a newbie, I've been trying to have a totally gluten free lifestyle which includes makeup, shampoos and everything else. I just got rid of all my old makeup and went for Neutrogena (stuff that I know is gluten free) because it's cheaper than Lancome and Bare Essentials.

I've tried a few different kinds now of the foundation and it makes me breakout and doesn't last very well. Does anyone else have this problem? Is Bare Essentials really worth the money to switch? I actually have a Bare Essentials store near me and I want to go there, but I'm just trying to figure out if it's really THAT much better.

Any help is appreciated!

Thanks!

I love my Bare Minerals foundation and makeup. I tried Mary Kay for a few months, which I also liked, but I keep coming back to Bare Minerals. If you go into the store, they will give you a demo (or at least they do at the stores by me), and that way you can get an idea of the correct color. I like that it feels light on the skin...not like wearing most liquid makeups I've tried.

ETA: the stuff lasts forever too...I've had most of my stuff forever, lol.

katshow Rookie
katshow
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Thank you! Did you just get the little sampler pack that they have at the store?

Kasey'sMom Enthusiast
Kasey'sMom
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I used Clinque for years and then it started breaking my face out. This was prior to finding out I had celiac disease. I have really sensitive skin and I love BE!! After a few years of using BE I finally got my mom to switch.

dlp252 is right it does last a long time. The only products I get a couple times of year are the foundation and Bare Minerals. Many of the liners, eyeshadows etc. are some of the ones I've had since I started with BE. :D

I don't have a store near me so I ordered mine. The first time I got the starter kit because it has all the brushes etc. Now I just get re-fills for what I need.

dlp252 Apprentice
dlp252
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Thank you! Did you just get the little sampler pack that they have at the store?

I think I started with a little sample pack that I ordered from QVC, but the color was wrong for me. I am dark featured, and supposed to have olive complexion, but I ended up needing a light foundation. That was, however, enough for me to decide I liked it. The one I ordered from QVC was a bit too dark, but the girl in the store helped me pick out one that was just right. Also, the girl showed me the correct way to put it on...it seems like you should put a lot on, but you might be amazed how how little it will take.

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
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I love Bare Escentuals! I have used it since before I knew I had to be gluten-free. It's one thing I didn't have to switch :) . I have sensitive skin that still at 50, will break out if I'm not careful. I have no problems with their makeup at all. It does last a long time, so I don't have to buy it nearly as often. Also, once you put it on in the morning, you don't have to re-apply during the day. I use the foundation (which I think is the best foundation ever), bisque, mineral vail, blush, radiences and mascaras. Lucky you to have a store nearby--I have an Ulta, but all I really can get there is the foundation. I get most of my BE through QVC.

Oh--I just wanted to tell you in case you don't know--their skincare line is not gluten-free, and either is the Skin Rever-upper. :)

katshow Rookie
katshow
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Thank you for all your help! I really appreciate it! I'm glad that you don't have to reapply this often. I hate being that girl always with a compact in hand. How long would you say a normal sized amount of the foundation lasts?

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Moongirl Community Regular
Moongirl
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i love BE too....they last forever, i bought the starting kit from sephora, ive had it forever. it feels like i never have makeup on, it actually has improved my skin. I never get breakouts and clogged pores anymore, like the other stuff i used made me break out all the time cause it was to heavy. I think its well worth the investment. try the beginner kit, gives u a few base shades and brushes. check sephora for them

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
Posted

How long it lasts really depends on how often you use it. Kind of hard to really say, but it lasts longer than liquid foundation--that's for sure! The foundation is the only thing I've had to replace--the blushes and colors last forever--you use so little of them, and the pots are full to the tops. It's really good for problem skin because it has no chemicals--just crushed minerals--and the minerals offer sun protection, too. The foundations have a SPF of 15.

Mango04 Enthusiast
Mango04
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I'd say a normal sized foundation (not the smaller one in the sample pack) lasts for atleast 4-6 months. That's for me anyway and I wear a lot of make-up (I have horrible skin). You really do only need a tiny bit though. The key is in the application. I'd even recommend watching that cheesey video that teaches you how to buff, tap and swirl, or whatever :D It is gooooood stuff!

mookie03 Contributor
mookie03
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I LOVE THIS STUFF!!! I bought the start-up kit and absolutely love it! I used to use neutrogena and clinique and they both were really hard on my skin- BE is not. Also my eyes get very irritated from ALL eye makeup and BE works great!!! WORTH THE $$!!!

penguin Community Regular
penguin
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Are Bare Escentuals and Bare Minerals the same things? I've never put much stock in the stuff since it has informercials AND is on QVC! I just don't trust those two marketing methods much.

I see that it's sold in Sephora, though, so it must not be all bad. That's a pretty snooty place... maybe I'll check it out...

Stefi: Your cats are so cute! The gray one looks like he/she has siamese in him/her! And I love tuxedo cats, cute!

plantime Contributor
plantime
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I quit wearing any makeup a long time ago because it felt like my skin was just coated with weights. It also was full of herbs that I am allergic to, and caused weepy eyes and welts. Is BE something that you all would recommend to me, since I am so allergic and don't like the weighty feeling on my skin?

dlp252 Apprentice
dlp252
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I quit wearing any makeup a long time ago because it felt like my skin was just coated with weights. It also was full of herbs that I am allergic to, and caused weepy eyes and welts. Is BE something that you all would recommend to me, since I am so allergic and don't like the weighty feeling on my skin?

I only wear makeup on special occasions and Sundays, lol. I also hate that weighty feeling on the face. I really don't feel it at all--it really doesn't take much so that helps. This doesn't have herbs, just minerals, but I suppose there is a chance that someone could be sensitive to the minerals.

ChelSE--Bare Minerals is the makeup portion of BE.

katshow Rookie
katshow
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Well, I just went to the Bare Essentials store and got my colors done and it has very good color and coverage. It really does feel like I'm not wearing anything! I was going to get it there but the starter kit was $75 and $60 at Sephora, so I ended up getting it there. I hope I can put it on as well as she did! Thanks for the help guys!

dlp252 Apprentice
dlp252
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Well, I just went to the Bare Essentials store and got my colors done and it has very good color and coverage. It really does feel like I'm not wearing anything! I was going to get it there but the starter kit was $75 and $60 at Sephora, so I ended up getting it there. I hope I can put it on as well as she did! Thanks for the help guys!

You're welcome...just remember to swirl, then tap off the excess before putting it on....start with a little bit, you can always add more, but it's harder to take it off, lol.

I start with a very thin application, then use a small brush with a tiny bit of the foundation and use that as a spot concealor--again just a little goes a long way.

katshow Rookie
katshow
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Thank you! I think putting it on will take a bit of getting used to, but thank you for the tips! I'll try it out tomorrow!

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
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Katshow--After you swirl and tap off the excess, try beginning around the outside of your face, and work your way in. The buffing is what you want to definately do--buff lightly until you get the effect you are looking for.

Plantime--I think this would be really good for you--given your skin issues. I always hated the feel of liquids, and they would kind of get muddy looking on me as the day wore on--especially in the summer. This feels like you are wearing no makeup at all--at least it does to me. I used to feel itchy in foundations, so I didn't use foundation for years until I discovered this line.

mookie03 Contributor
mookie03
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I agree, their stuff is very good for skin allergies-- i break out in hives very easily from makeup and that hasnt happened yet w/ BE. It is also very light, which i love b/c it looks very natural.

Chelsea- thanks, i love my babies- they are bro/sis, rescued- now a little over 1 yr old-- the grey guy has a little tiger in him too, got the stripes on his tail and all and he walks like a tiger- SO cute. :D And i cant believe BE does infomercials- too funny!

Deej Newbie
Deej
Posted

Does anyone know if it's available in Canada? I've never heard of it and am in the process of dumping everything that touches my skin that I can't prove if gluten-free (rashes, bad rashes).

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
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Deej--I don't know if it's available at any stores in Canada--it probably is--but in the meantime, you could check out sephora.com or qvc.com. That way, you could get a look at what's available :)

Becky6 Enthusiast
Becky6
Posted

I love mine! And i have gotten so many compliments on how great I look! And they didn't even know I had bought it! I went to the BE store at the Mall of America. They also have it at Sephora and it is nice to be able to have them put it on you and find out your colors. I also got a 10% discount cause i bought it in my birthday month!

KaitiUSA Enthusiast
KaitiUSA
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I love Bare Escentuals and I believe it is better because it is more natural and filled with better ingredients

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