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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Makeup by numbers https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:40:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Stagiaire Fash on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2298141 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 21:45:20 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2298141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hm, I didn’t count as I packed it, but all my make-up fits in kind of an oversized pencil case from Clinique. Several eyeliner pencils (if they’re old, I just sharpen them and the new surface is fine), a couple bronze eye shadows that I use on my brows and under my cheekbones, Bobby brown and Tart concealers, several lipsticks and tinted lip balms that I use pretty interchangeably. I made myself leave behind the Elizabeth Arden shadow that I wanted to take along because that stuff ain’t cheap, until I realize the matte color deadens me. Irina on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2298072 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 02:34:20 +0000 Irina 2298072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The Cat, your list is very similar to mine although I use under eye concealer, not every day but almost always when I wear makeup.  The Cat on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2298060 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 00:46:50 +0000 The Cat 2298060@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ In my makeup bag I have: 1 translucent powder 1 powder blush 1 mascara 1 brow pencil 2 eyeliner pencils 2-6 lipsticks 1-2 lipglosses Also: eyelash curler, pencil sharpener, tweezers, small scissors, Eight Hour Cream, clear nail polish In addition I have (in my bathroom) 1 tinted moisturiser, 1 concealer and multiple eyeshadows--but I seldom use them. Jenn on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297650 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:11:22 +0000 Jenn 2297650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My weakness is lipstick. I just emptied out my makeup bag and it contains: BB cream Brow balm Eyeliner pencil Mascara 2x cream blush (which I also use on eyelids) 5x lipstick, and I’m pretty sure I have at least 2 more lipsticks in one of the other bathrooms and tinted or shiny balm (the same ones Angie uses) tucked into every coat pocket and purse. Not shown: eyelash curler, pencil sharpener Olive Green on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297613 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:13:51 +0000 Olive Green 2297613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Whelp, off to see about brow and lash dying. It sounds not fussy. I might also look into treating a small amount of hyperplasia with laser treatments? anyone tried that? LJP on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297585 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 03:32:28 +0000 LJP 2297585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I tossed out 10 lipglosses today , getting my collection down to the ones I actually use (about 8 now ) Next up : lipstick . This thread was a great motivator ! Bijou on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297583 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 03:10:04 +0000 Bijou 2297583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Irina, I am going to set myself a challenge to get my lipsticks down to 10! Irina on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297582 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 03:05:37 +0000 Irina 2297582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou, I thought you are kind of an average user like me until I reached lipsticks! I think there is nothing minimal about you Bijou on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297578 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 02:42:14 +0000 Bijou 2297578@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I wear make up every day and feel that currently my collection is at its lowest in years, but having said that, I have more than most. Bases Primer - 1 Tinted moisturiser - 1 (going to beach, gym or exercise) Light foundation - 1 (my everyday foundation) Heavier foundation - 1 (nights out) Concealer - 1 Powder pressed - 2 (one for handbag, one in make up drawer) Blush - 2 Bronzer - 1 Highlighter - 1 Individual eyeshadow colours - 6 Eyeshadow palettes - 2, my favourite palette has been discontinued and needs to be replaced Eyeliner pencils - 7 Mascara - 1 Eyebrow pencil - 1 Lip liner - 3 Lipstick - 20 Lipgloss - 1 Make up fixing spray - 1 I feel quite minimal, as I used to wear liquid eyeliner in my 20’s and more elaborate eyeshadow. Irina on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297563 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 01:50:34 +0000 Irina 2297563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Zaeobi, me too. I pay way more for a sunscreen that works with my makeup products or use tinted sunscreen but I never leave the house without it.  Zaeobi on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297546 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:19:53 +0000 Zaeobi 2297546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ @Roberta my makeup game was revolutionised by the Face Halo (reusable wash rounds). I now wear makeup more regularly because of it! The Last Round is another brand too. Actually @Jaime makes a good point - I never go outside without suncream and niacinamide, even if nothing else Irina on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297490 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:04:06 +0000 Irina 2297490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Star, me too although Angie says I’m an average user! Oh, dear…  Star (Lise) on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297484 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 18:48:27 +0000 Star (Lise) 2297484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Have two cosmetic bags full of various make-up but for the last year plus only wear the following daily: eyebrow pencil 1 of three different color lipsticks  Occasionally add mascara usually on a weekend outing. For a very occasional night out a cream eyeshadow X 2. Applied silver nail polish this week to finger nails for the first time in approx. 5 years.  Every summer do paint my toes. I have become a make up minimalist it seems.  Now if I can do the same with my clothing I will be happy. Sally on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297462 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:22:09 +0000 Sally 2297462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I don’t wear any day to day but on the odd occasion I do, I use a bit of green to smooth out the red, a bit of foundation, eye liner, maybe some shadow and some mascara. I’m thinking of wearing it again daily to elevate my look because I used to wear daily. cat2 on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297450 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 16:30:04 +0000 cat2 2297450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ On the road, but at home I have a list very similar to Style Fan. I travel a lot, so treasure all my travel minis as well. Roberta on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297443 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 16:13:35 +0000 Roberta 2297443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thus was super fun! I had to look up MLBB and tightlining, and I never thought of dyeing my lashes, so I have learned three things today. Dyed lashes would be sooo helpful as a swimmer. I really enjoy putting makeup on, but don't like taking it off. Splashy and stresses my aging skin. Plus I just want to go to bed. Angie on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297434 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:37:19 +0000 Angie 2297434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Jonesy, I watched the video. WOW! Just another one of your many talents! Irina, thanks for graciously allowing a bit of hair talk on your make-up thread :)  Olive Green on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297394 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:24:52 +0000 Olive Green 2297394@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Let me see, I am addicted to colourless lip balm. Got a dozen scattered around for those Chapstick emergencies.  I have one pale brown brow pencil, and one NARS 3 in 1 blush type stick. Wear about once a year. Used to wear for work only, with mascara.  Mascara is out since cataract surgery. No crumbles in eyes, please.  No lotions, no potions. No sunscreen. In Texas!  Spend a little money on more frequent haircuts to keep the silver pixie thing looking sharp, to compensate.  It’s a balance? ChristelJ on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297393 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:22:50 +0000 ChristelJ 2297393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fascinating! So much variation. I own one mascara, one tinted moisturizer, one concealer, one translucent powder, one brow gel, 4 Burt's Bees tinted lip balms, 2 MAC lipsticks, one powder blush. Sisi on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297384 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 09:36:34 +0000 Sisi 2297384@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Let me see. In my small make up bag there are: 1 lash conditioner   1 mascara  2 eye pencils (1 brown, 1 blue)  1 lipgloss 1 lipstick  1 case of pressed foundation. In the office desk drawer I keep 1 extra lipstick.  Almost all of these products need to be replenished. This happens at the right time because I like to start the new year with a fresh batch of new cosmetics! Anonymous on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers/page/2#post-2297365 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:26:27 +0000 Anonymous 2297365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ On my vanity are: 4 eyeliner pencils-blue, green, purple and brown 2 mascaras-black for lashes, brown for brows Foundation and pressed powder 4 eyeshadows-2 brown and 2 pink 10 lipsticks-3 red, 5 pink and 2 brown Makeup brushes, small scissors, eyelash curler, eyebrow brush, tweezers, 4 mirrors Makeup stored in a tin, bag and case rachylou on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297350 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 03:48:53 +0000 rachylou 2297350@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have a ton of makeup, but I really only use a three in one stick and eye liner and that rarely. It is verboten in my line of work. Jaime on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297342 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 03:19:54 +0000 Jaime 2297342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ok, really interesting how little makeup most seem to use compared to what "the internet" seems to think is normal. My main everyday focus is my skin - I have melasma/hyperpigmentation and always wear sunscreen so use products to even that out - mostly foundation and then some sort of blush and powder. I love the idea of lipstick but have crooked lips that don't always look good with it but try in spurts. Wear mascara sporadically when my eyes are in an overly sensitive mood. Want to wear more eye makeup actually. I have about three versions of most of the things I use except mascara. Just don't ask me about skincare - that is where my focus is.  Indigoprint on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297336 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 02:54:22 +0000 Indigoprint 2297336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I do not leave home without..undereye oil based serum... Blue eye pencil, brownish cream eye shadow, eyelash curler and mascara. Colorless lip balm. Jonesy on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297332 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 02:24:21 +0000 Jonesy 2297332@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Angie and Zaeobi, I started cutting it myself (along with my family members' hair) as a matter of necessity during Covid. And since I liked the results, especially compared to all of the awful haircuts I've paid hundreds of dollars for--including a mullet I did not want!--I have kept doing it. I have no training in cutting hair, so I watched this 11 minute video on YouTube to prepare :): <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-gF5_MYj2Q&t=16s">https://www.youtube.com/watch?.....#038;t=16s</a> . It's helpful that curly hair is very forgiving. I say go for it, Zaeobi! Sorry for the hijack, Irina!  Sal on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297330 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 02:11:32 +0000 Sal 2297330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Approximately.... Brows - one pencil and one gel Mascara - one Eyeliner - two (jade and charcoal) Eyeshadow - two pots of cream and one palette (needing a change) Blusher - one powder FOundation - two different BB Cream - three (area I struggle) Mattifier - one Lipstick - about five Balms - two Too many nail polishes (I minimised to four and then my niece gave me about five as a gift) Areas I struggle are foundation/bb cream and eyeliner (too soft, too hard, never right...) Zaeobi on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297328 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 02:06:02 +0000 Zaeobi 2297328@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ @Jonesy teach me the way of your DIY curly haircut! I have one scheduled in January & am already dreading how to tell the stylist what exactly I want, lol I don't wear makeup on a daily basis but I do when I teach (equivalent to 'client facing' days). I keep a hanging travel bag in the bathroom (I do have a drawer with some extras outside but honestly haven't touched it in years - might be time to throw out? But some of it hasn't even been opened, lol!) --------------------- Anyway, here's what's in the daily travel bag: 1 deeper 'nude' brown lipstick (as a base) 1 metallic gold lipstick (to layer on top) Fenty Lip scrub & Lip gloss (if using lipstick) 6 Matchstix (2 of Fenty Beauty's trios) - for concealing & contouring - even in my eyelid crease lol! Just all over skin stuff My '(almost) everyday' look might not be a lot, but many 'party' things fit in this bag too.. Here's what's in it for special occasions: 1 orangey red lipstick (MAC Lady Danger) 1 setting spray (Urban Decay, mini bottle) 1 eye primer (Urban Decay, for the below) 1 eyeshadow (Huda Warm Brown obsession) 1 mascara (Maybelline, with the curved wand - would use this more before my lash lifts) 1 eyelash curler (see above) 1 blush (Clinique's cheek pop - recommend!) 1 eyeliner (not really for my Kibbe type) 1 brow setting gel (free sample, barely used..) 2 colour correctors (if not wearing a mask lol) --------------------- Don't ask about nail polish though - I keep duplicates just for painting over things, lol! Anonymous on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297316 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 01:35:18 +0000 Anonymous 2297316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Gulp! I have quite a lot RN- but will be tossing the stuff that's 2+ years old when the replacements arrive. I'm minimalist with eyeliner, brows and mascara-just dark brown pencil liner, dark brown powder for brows and layering over the pencil, and black mascara. 1 extra mascara in my pool bag. I generally wear bronzer instead of blush, more as a contour than for color. I do have 1 blush but it's old. Mineral powder foundation and setting powder. 1 main but I have a c'ton of one off samples. Concealer- a yellow powder and a cream, plus one in the car. I ordered a cream foundation for car touchups instead. Lips- mlbb pencil + wine, brick red lipsticks. One pencil and a lipstick sample in car. Eyeshadows- ahem....a lot cause of my magpie makeup experiment phase of early 2020. Most are going. Nailpolish- I think about 6 but will give all but 2 plus clear to nail salon. Angie on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297315 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 01:33:19 +0000 Angie 2297315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ LJP, trust me, I look much better with mascara, tightline, and a bit of brow definition. You have beautiful eyes, and I love how you accentuate them!  Jonesy, you cut your gorgeously wild curly hair! How skillful :)  Carla on "Makeup by numbers" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/makeup-by-numbers#post-2297314 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 01:31:07 +0000 Carla 2297314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Every six weeks I get my lashes and brows tinted.  (Good for pool and gym.)  Most of the time, I go make-up free.  When I do wear make-up it’s about eyes - a little liner, a smudge of colour, mascara, and penciling in the tails of my eyebrows.   <div> </div><div>If I want to tone down any discolouration, I use a touch of zinc based sunscreen and a little powder applied with a tiny soft brush.  Lippy is a sometime thing, and MLBB.  </div>