I'm currently on mat leave with 8 month old DS and going back to work in 3 and a bit months. Since DS was born, I have worn make-up approx 4 times, and 2 of those were weddings. I used to wear it every day for work but have never felt particularly good at it, or that I really knew how to use it to get the best results. I'm 32 with good, if spot prone, skin and prefer a natural-but-on-a-very-good-day look, as opposed to full on contouring etc.
My question is, can I go to a make up counter and just ask for advice? Are there any brands/shops which are trustworthy and will actually help you work out what really suits you? I'm still a bit traumatised by the orange face and heavy powder treatment I used to come out with if I ever had a department store 'makeover' when I was a lot younger. I've been feeling quite low (DS is not a good sleeper, lovely though he is, and I miss the companionship of work) and I think this would give me a wee boost, but maternity pay being what it is am not keen to drop loads of money on stuff that doesn't suit me. Thanks in advance for any advice!