Hooked on Make-up

So, after years of being in a make-up drought (like, not wearing any) I have suddenly become hooked on it again.

It's those Bare Escentuals that did it. I absolutely love them, and no, I'm not shilling for the company. There are many reasons for my love - and even though it's new, it's no infatuation.

First - It's fast to put on. I mean fast - like 3 minutes for the basics - foundation, mineral veil (a kind of translucent powder), lip balm and mascara. If I do the whole 9 yards, it takes me 5 minutes. By the whole 9 yards I mean concealer under the foundation (and the concealer is a crushed mineral powder, too) one or two colors of eyeshadow, eyeliner, and lipstick instead of lip balm.

Second - it's natural. It's hypo-allergenic, and there aren't any strange chemicals in the make-up. I haven't seen anything yet about animal testing though. I am all about no animal testing.

Third - the colors are very blendable - and beautiful. Anyone from an older person to a young person will find something they like.

I need new mascara - I am planning to order a few more eye shadows, the eye make-up kit (which comes with a mascara) and probably something else. I am also planning on getting the smokey eye kit (for if we ever go out to dinner again) and a few other things from them.

TS has even complimented me on wearing makeup again. He told me today that he liked this makeup because it was natural looking and not too much - which suits me. I like that, too. I like the fact he notices.

Maybe I won't ever go back to the days of carrying a make-up tackle box with me (I am not kidding) but I probably will keep wearing makeup again. It's too much fun not to.