J Jessica  wrote:
So, I need makeup to make my face more bearable for myself and others to view.
o.O
However, I'm too afraid to walk up to makeup desks and ask questions, because I don't know what I want in make-up. And the make-up ladies are kind-of... intimidating.



http://www.ebay.com/itm/Smashbox-Camera … 568f0149_0
^I wanted to buy this because I think it may work for uneven tone and acne scars...
I had something like that before from Avon but it was a bit dark.

But i'm not sure if this product is correct for my tone.
I need help. o_O


Will you help me?

Awe love, stop...you silly girl!    I am sorry you feel that way

Firstly, I strongly suggest NOT buying makeup off of the Internet as a shot in the dark!  Also, much of ebays cosmetics sold can be very outdated as well as counterfeit. MAC, smashbox and others are so easy to counterfeit because the packaging is so simple.

Now, I'm not a huge fan of MAC for professional reasons (although I am fond of their sculpt foundation and skin finish powders) but they are almost always extremely friendly, and will gladly color match you quickly or spend time with you in most cases.  honestly, Before they can even be hired they have to be happy and say hello to everyone, it's really important to the company as a whole.  So, go.  If nothing else, you will learn the type of coverage and color range you will need.  I also like Estée Lauder for women of color since they have a great array of colors to match you properly.  They don't "have to be" as friendly but if you get a nice beauty advisor, she or he could be a huge help to you. 

If you are really nervous or frightened, just say that you are holiday shopping for your mom, sis or aunt and that you both have the very same skin color, texture and type.  They might question this but just assure them that has, you do.  Sometimes pretending like you are shopping for someone else can take the edge off enough to try something new

If you truly cannot go to the counter, go to http://www.CameraReadyCosmetics.com and search through any of these:
Rcma
Face atelier
Graftobian
Ben Nye
Just to name a few.
These are all reputable pro quality face & body makeup companies.  They are geared toward the pro community and been around for a long long time.  These products dont have the flashy packaging like counters do but the quality is all I care about in the long run anyway. 
Mary a fellow MM'er is the owner of CRC and many of us order from her and her staff.  You can always call to get phone help, or email too.

I hope I've helped you enough to get you going.  Happy searching!
Dani~

J Jessica  wrote:
So, I need makeup to make my face more bearable for myself and others to view.
o.O
However, I'm too afraid to walk up to makeup desks and ask questions, because I don't know what I want in make-up. And the make-up ladies are kind-of... intimidating.



http://www.ebay.com/itm/Smashbox-Camera … 568f0149_0
^I wanted to buy this because I think it may work for uneven tone and acne scars...
I had something like that before from Avon but it was a bit dark.


But i'm not sure if this product is correct for my tone.
I need help. o_O


Will you help me?

Don't be scared! If it helps (and it does for me because i'm hopeless) try a make-up store with ladies that look more like you'd like to look - style, look, hair etc. I always approach the more alternative ones with crazy hair like mine, I feel less weird about asking for stuff then.

I found a good primer for acne scars is Benefit - Porefessional. I'm not sure if it comes in many colours, though. :

V Laroche wrote:
I hate Sephora. I went to the one in Union Square and asked for their help, and they sold me a $45 bottle of concealer last year that looked great under their special lights, but looked absolutely horrible in daylight. What good is concealer that only works in a makeup store? It's supposed to match your skin in daylight, too. I feel like they robbed me.

Why didn't you just return it? They have a great return policy.

J Jessica  wrote:
So, I need makeup to make my face more bearable for myself and others to view.
o.O

You have a beautiful face!

I just watched an interview with Peter Hurley....While shooting Miss Universe she mentioned how much she hates her face?!....What a shame...Self esteem is so fragile and we so quick to undervalue ourselves....Don't fall into that trap.

Good makeup is a must in any great shoot (I think). You also want to discuss your expectations with the photographer about post production and about harsh lighting on your face.
You don't need (or want) heavy freakshow post production, but every model needs a light brush when harsher lighting is used. Not a big deal.


Peace

ThirdEyeMakeup wrote:

Why didn't you just return it? They have a great return policy.

I didn't think they would take it back after I opened it. I still have it. I never used it again but I don't have the receipt anymore.

V Laroche wrote:

I didn't think they would take it back after I opened it. I still have it. I never used it again but I don't have the receipt anymore.

They will and they will. You won't get your money back but you should get a store credit.

DaddyDPhotos wrote:
Have you tried searching for make up artists in your area. Find one that has worked with someone of your skin color, and find something you like.

This is a terrific suggestion! And so simple here on MM!