Cosmetics - why don't they stay on my face?

[stormkeeper_lovedoris]

If you wear make-up, do you ever find that it does not actually last very long on your face?

I put on mascara, eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick in the morning, and I find that after not very long, the eyeshadow and the blush are MIA. I expect the lipstick to not last long because I'm always sipping water. But where do the blush and eyeshadow go? Do I sweat profusely or am I wearing not-good brands? I don't rub my eyes or touch my cheeks.

Comments

[selve.livejournal.com]

Hmm. It might have something to do with the brand you're using and how high the pigment count is (meaning, how color-saturated). Then again, it's a fairly common complaint. Some skin just eats it right up.

I've found that theatrical cosmetics stay on far longer than commercial ones do, and you can find them in natural shades. I recommend Ben Nye--it's what I used for my Pizzazz-face. Of course, there may be long-term health risks with consistent use, as I'm sure you know.

[stormkpr.livejournal.com]

Then again, it's a fairly common complaint. Some skin just eats it right up.


I think that may just be my scenario. Thanks for the tip on theatrical make-up. Maybe I'll use it if there's a really big event.