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Starting from scratch with make up in mid 40s

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SummerHolidaysAgain · 12/08/2022 17:00

I don't currently wear make up at all. I hate the way it feels on my face (my DC has ASD and I suspect I also do and think that the make up is a sensory issue - I can just about tolerate one type of water based face cream that I put on at night but that's it). I also sweat a LOT facially and worry that any cream/powder on my face will just run down it and look awful!

However, I've been offered some work as an extra on TV and need to wear make up for this.

Where do I start?! I own absolutely nothing, and don't plan to wear make up unless I'm filming so don't want to spend a fortune on stuff I hardly ever use. How do I learn how to put make up on? Are there any YouTube tutorials that anyone recommends?

Please help!!

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Theworldisfullofgs · 12/08/2022 17:06

If you don't like the feel of make up I'd suggest a mineral one. I'd recommend lily lolo as it's good and relatively inexpensive. I've tried other thi gs snd gone back.
They also have videos.

However I wouldn't recommend their lipstick or mascara.

Theworldisfullofgs · 12/08/2022 17:06

And also how exciting to be an extra!

SummerHolidaysAgain · 12/08/2022 17:42

Thanks@Theworldisfullofgs

What would I need? A foundation?

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Theworldisfullofgs · 12/08/2022 19:48

I'd get the foundation. You could get a sample and some blusher
The eye shadow is good too.
What's the look you are going for?

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