Cosmetics Thread,, We've got fashion, but no makeup Options

[*Shelby-Zu*]

Hi.....

So..................I'm into cosmetics. And i love the fashion center on CB. But we have no cosmetics area? or do we? O.O
edit: hair / facial products too!! I TRY LOADS! :D

Either way, Discuss!
-products that you really like
-products you hate
-products you want to try
-products you'd like reviewed, etc

I study this, so ask me anything!! I'd love to try and help (: And I love saving up for things and trying them. So if you have something you'd like reviewed, please ask! I "collect" makeup, you could say.. I'm always up for buying and trying it!

XX

[Gigi]

Oh okay, so you knew they were fakes...I get where you're coming from. Thanks for being understanding btw :) Also, Christina and I never doubted that you were knowledgeable about makeup and stuff, I hope you don't misunderstand.

However, first off I'd like to point out that Sigma brushes ARE NOT fake MAC brushes, they're Sigma brand brushes that utilise the same labeling system as MAC - which gives their customers the general idea of what the brush does, or which brush it's supposed to dupe. just an fyi ;) I know a lot of people at Sigma who would be pissed off to hear that they were fake MAC.

And also, I believe in the possibility that fake cosmetics have legitimate cosmetic properties, but that's not the real issue here. I mean, if I could get a MAC eyeshadow without the MAC branding that works just as well as the real thing for WAY cheaper, I am so on board for that! But buying fake cosmetics doesn't just give rise to the questions of how safe the product is (seeing as how there may as well be no checks on quality), but also the issue of where these products come from in the first place.

When you purchase fake products, you're also supporting whoever makes these fake products. Whether it be factories in China trying to make quick money. Or the gangs responsible for running the black market, producing fake products (bags, makeup, clothes) in these factories to make a quick buck. The point is, you simply don't know who you're supporting when you're buying these products. To run the risk of encouraging a criminal organization to continue these activities is no different than supporting brands that use child labour.

The difference between Sigma and a random eBay seller is that Sigma is a legitimate company, with people who (usually) have a passion for what it is they're selling, and in turn feel a sense of responsibility for the products that they put out. A random eBay seller could well be making money to fuel illegal activities. It is all good and well trying new products and being open, but supporting counterfeit products crosses the line. Unless, that is, you are okay with being an irresponsible consumer.

I'm not saying that you've bought these products with that intention in mind, but in the end that's what's actually happening. I would strongly urge you to not buy fake products in the future. Hopefully you don't misunderstand my post there; I'm not attacking you, I'm just trying to educate you on the possible repercussions of buying counterfeit anything.


If you do not have access to certain brands where you live, a great place to check out is http://www.specktra.net/forum, a makeup forum bursting with people full of knowledge and WAY MORE years of makeup experience than all of us on cB combined (and also have a full subforum devoted to ID-ing counterfeit makeup). There's a lot of product swatches and reviews as well as cosmetic discussions so if you ever want some detailed answers, it's a good place to check out.