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Ask a Beauty Expert

TeamBIC — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 02:35:15 GMT

Ask a Beauty Expert

If you know your way around the Beauty Insider Community, chances are you’ve seen a few of our Sephora Pro Artists sharing their looks on the Gallery and dropping their beauty routines in some of our favorite challenge threads. @ElizaPRO, @ShawnPRO, and @ProAmy are Makeup Artists with years of industry experience with a bounty of product knowledge to share. These beauty geniuses are subject matter experts and they give life-changing advice on how to build your basket and put your haul to good use!

We've created this thread to allow you all to better connect with our Sephora Pro Artists here in the BIC! This is a place for you to ask them ANYTHING beauty-related. Don't forget to bookmark this thread by clicking the bookmark icon at the top right of this thread. It will come in handy for those moments you wish you had a beauty expert on speed dial for questions like "is it a good idea to layer these skincare products?" or "what's the best brush for my foundation routine?"

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faeriegirl — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 02:14:08 GMT

Hi Beauty Directors! I think we are all under a lot more stress than usual. So what are your favorite self care items that might help with stress?

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pebbles826 — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 12:52:28 GMT

Secret to wet, glossy, “plastic”, runway skin?

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mimi2304 — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 23:57:02 GMT

Could recommend a skincare routine to me (cleanser, moisturizer, exfoliant...etc.) please? I have extremely sensitive combo skin. (I’d prefer if the products were “Clean at Sephora”.)

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ChassB — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 14:17:42 GMT

I have combination, sensitive skin, fine lines, and uneven skintone/texture (genetics, yay). I'm trying to improve my skincare. Olehenrickson breaks out my skin. I love the eye cream, but it starts to get too oily half way the the bottle. I'm liking the Tatcha Deep Cleaner, but not really wanting to spend that much on a face care routine. Any advice on what I should try/add? Thanks, So Lost 😕

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LuxFlora — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:43:50 GMT

In terms of self-care, IV drip bars have caught my attention to supplement my diet but I don't think I am ready for that step or expense. Sephora sells alot of interesting looking powders, liquids, pills, teas, etc. What would be comparable to an IV drip, if any, to try out? Some that interest me are or . I know diet makes a big difference and I have cut back on my sugar intake. Thanks for any advice beauty advisors!

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JeffreyBD — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:43:47 GMT

@LuxFlora I think what you already have on this list sounds pretty AWESOME to try and I would love to K.I.T. on how they work out for you? I would also personally extend a recommendation for the Beauty Chef, Hydration Inner-Beauty Boost, it's outstanding. I am since out of it, but while I was trying it out I noticed a certain extra bit of bounciness & suppleness to my skin that I've never really achieved with any topical beauty product. It tastes AMAZING! And honestly around 4:00 or 5:00 my skin usually needs something as a quick pick-me-up; but, by simply mixing the liquid with a glass of water each morning, my skin had a glow and radiance ALL DAY. I REALLY enjoyed it! Adding it into MY cart now, because I'm realizing now I need it back in my life, LOL! Honestly, I know you'll love it!

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JeffreyBD — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:43:42 GMT

@ChassB Based on your concerns and request for more affordable options, I would STRONGLY suggest looking into the InkeyList if you haven't already! The have a range of products that are great for almost 'decoding' skincare routines at an approachable price point. I LOVE rotating their products in and out of my regimen because the single-focused ingredient story makes it easy for me to supplement what I need when I need it. for example, I find myself using their hyaluronic acid because I use SO much HYA during dryer months that I don't feel guilty over-applying. (Fun Tip: I actually keep mine in the shower, and apply it once I turn the water off and the steam is still in the air.)

After hearing about YOUR skin, right off the bat I am drawn to suggest their Niacinamide Oil Control Serum focused mainly in areas of excess oil and texture. It's great for the "tone" as you mentioned and also minimizes excess oil in the combination areas. Then I might follow up with either their Turmeric Brightening Moisturizer (Day) or Multi-Biotic Balancing Moisturizer (Night). In the AM the Turmeric is great to give the skin an added boost of radiance when it's a bit lackluster, and the Multi-Biotic at night is almost like a reset button and supports the healthy bacteria found on the surface of the skin! Outside of that, I might suggest something with enzymes to retexturize and smooth the appearance of fine-lines and wrinkles. I've been trying a few different ones in my rotation, like Tatcha and Wishful Skincare, I hope this helps?!? Stay well!

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LuxFlora — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 21:46:06 GMT

@JeffreyBD Perfect! Thanks for your vote of confidence in my picks! I will order them and remember to send an update.🙂. I was also interested in Beauty Chef and yeah, I def am getting that also! Thank you! My cells are already feeling revitalized. P.S., I love watching you and other beauty directors on youtube.

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greeneyedgirl107 — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 01:26:04 GMT

@TeamBIC I have thick hair, but love having it look as flat as possible. What products are best for decreasing volume, for the sleekest style?

Thank you so much!! I'll give some a try!! :) <3

ChassB — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 01:26:32 GMT

Thank you so much!! I'll give some a try!! 🙂 ❤️

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pinkelmo02 — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 10:23:01 GMT

Hello! Im age 36, with really oily skin only in my tzone area, and all around sensitive skin. The product I have used and considered my safe zone is the clinique line; the wash, exfoliator, toner, and moisturizer. As Ive gotten older, dark spots (from hormonal acne flares) darkness under my eyes, dull/uneven skin tone, and large pores on my nose have become more of a problem. I’m looking for a light day/night moisturizer, gentle moisturizing cleanser, a serum to combat the dark spots and under eye circles, and something to reduce my pores. Hopefully nothing that contains alcohols or strong fragrances. Can you recommend any products that will help?

#melaninskin #oily #sensitive

Thank You!

Nicki

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Anonymous — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 20:12:36 GMT

Hello,

For the Sephora play box we get each month is there another way to help get better colors for lips lets say? We did the profile, but keep getting really deep colors for lips and she only wears light colors. The last three all had deep colors of red or plum.

Thank you in advance

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JeffreyBD — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:41:32 GMT

@faeriegirl This question is completely apropos for this moment in time, as I'm sure everyone's "energy" could use a little "lift." Self-care is the best way to do it! So in response I have to say that I am obsessed two major de-stressors sold at Sephora!

First up, I have to give a shout out to Moon Juice's SuperYou Daily Stress Management Supplement. I have been taking this product for about a year now and it has changed my life! There was actually about 2 months there where I was out and I could SERIOUSLY tell the difference. It has a blend of adaptogenic herbs to help your body's naturally ability to react to stress, and preventing it from wreaking havoc on your skin. All you have to do is take two capsules each morning with our without food so it easily fits into any lifestyle (I know I don't ALWAYS get breakfast, even though it's the most important meal of the day!) I strongly recommend them, asI"m on my 11 bottle, and if you want to just give it a try without the commitment of a whole month, you might try their new "beauty-on-the-fly" size!

The moon rises and sets in YOU, Boo!

Then there's Banana Soufflé Moisture Créme which is hands down the best way I've found to calm and relieve stress from my skin. The magnesium from the banana plus added magnesium powder are amazing at keeping redness at bay and the lightweight texture feels amazing on application. It's sinks into the skin to deliver a deep hydration that quenches and calms! I've turned on all my friends to it. Looks like you're part of the club!

My first introduction to the product at the opening evening last winter! What a cutie!

Hope this offers a little respite in such turbulent times! Digital HUGZ! *Squeeze*

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faeriegirl — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 23:03:09 GMT

Thank you so much @JeffreyBD!❤️

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JeffreyBD — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:41:17 GMT

@greeneyedgirl107 @TeamBIC OOOOOOOoooooooohhhhh This is perfect timing because I'm really seeing "Glass Hair" as a trend really starting to take off! Be on the lookout for this is the near future, as we start to hear more and more about this emerging style.

I feel the best way to keep the hair super-sleek and straight is by smoothing it with a smoothing brush a lot like the one from Amika. This is a quick way to tame fly-aways and get the initial roughness out of the hair. You might also work in a smoothing product into the hair before brushing it through! I love the Bumble and Bumble Straight Blow Dry because it's heat-activated stying balm that helps to enhance the sleekness of a blow-dry, but in this case will give the hair more glide with the teeth of the brush and protect it from the process. If you feel that you need even more smoothing then finish your heat style with a flat iron like the new Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener, but ultimately you should notice you need less passes since you already used the brush. You might hand press a smoothing oil into the hair after everything is said and done to give you that last bit of gloss and finish the look, I love Verb's Ghost Oil! Et Voila, you have smooth, shiny health hair! At least that's how I would do it!

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JeffreyBD — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:41:14 GMT

I think I would start by prepping the skin VERY well, and there's only ONE brand that does Glass-Skin-CARE the best and that's Glow Recipe! I'm obsessed with their Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask as well as the Watermelon Pink Juice! When used simultaneously they create a hyper-smooth, reflective shine to the skin. And if that itsn't enough, finishing your makeup with their Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist is sure to set your makeup with a lasting glow! Hope this helps!

P.S.: Oh and you might as well finsih the look with a little Watermelon Glow Lip POP!

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danielledanielle — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 04:00:12 GMT

Hi hi hi @JeffreyBD @DavidBD & @MyieshaBD ! ❤️

Sleeping masks! I love the idea of masking overnight but hate the idea of a breakout, so I am always a little nervous to incorporate one. I have combo skin (t-zone) and hormonal acne around the jaw. Thoughts?

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Anonymous — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 09:32:36 GMT

Hello! I was wondering if anyone can help me link my phone number to my points! I’ve been trying to do this for months 😭

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mikaylaz13 — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 15:07:40 GMT

The last time I bought my foundation was probably a couple years ago, and when I bought it the Urban Decay Naked Liquid Foundation was different than it is now. How do I find out my shade for the new one from my old shade of 2.5?