Lessons Learned on the Farm

• Apr. 1, 2009 - A terribly important question

This week's Works for Me Wednesday is Backwards Edition so I have a question for you all. It's terribly important.

What kind of mascara do you use?

I don't mean to sound shallow, but I really need to find a good mascara. I have horribly sensitive eyes and many mascaras make my eyes itch or burn.

I use mostly Arbonne makeup because it's botanically based, but I really didn't like their mascara's applicator. It required a two-step process and I'm a one-step (if at all) kind of girl. For a while I used Neutrogena Weightless Volume Wax-Free Mascara, but even it would start stinging my eyes if I left it on too long.

Then I got a rebellious streak and thought I'd just try Maybelline's Great Lash. I figured that if it's been around a long time, then maybe it's pretty good. But oh no, that was a horrible mistake. My eyes started burning as soon as I put it on. I threw it away immediately. Brand. New. (It was that bad y'all.)

So, I went back to the mascara aisle with my tailed tucked between my legs and figured I'd just have to spend a bit more to get something that wasn't going to make me want to pluck out my eyelashes. I decided to cough up a few extra dollars and give Almay One Coat Waterproof Mascara a try.

Now, this one doesn't bother my eyes, but I have one little issue with it - You practically have to sandblast your eyelashes to get the stuff off! I've NEVER had this much trouble getting mascara off. I usually just use a bit of coconut oil to wipe away the mascara, but that wouldn't get the Almay blackish-brown off my lashes.

I decided that I'd cough up a few more bucks (and by a few, I mean $5!) and get the official Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Make-up Remover Pads. Even when I use those, I *still* have mascara left on my lashes. It drives me bonkers.

What's a girl to do?

I found this list of natural mascaras online, but I thought I'd see if any of you have favorite brands of mascara that you would suggest.

For more good questions and tips, see more Works for Me Wednesday at We Are THAT Family.

Comments

• Apr. 1, 2009 - The Body Shop

Posted by Mel

I used to use theirs all the time and really liked it. It's NOT cheap but it worked pretty well for me. :-)

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• Apr. 1, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Juliestew

Nancy,
I've used so many. Haven't found one I love yet. I used to love MK's mascara but not now. What I do love is their eye make up remover. But it's a hefty 14.00. But it's worth it.
Want me to send you some???
Julie

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• Apr. 2, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by brumbemom

Hey Nancy. I so feel you pain. I have tried different mascaras, but none seem to be compatible with my eyes. No matter what I do, within an hour or so, my eyes are itching and hurting. I have come to accept that I am meant to just have dull tired loooking eyes.
:-(

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• Apr. 2, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Bare Minerals has a mascara that does not bother my sensative eyes or my sensative skin -- and it comes off when you wah your face (or when you fall asleep reading and do not take it off first. Oops.)

Hope this helps.

Grace & Peace,
Tammy
http://www.becksbounty.blogspot.com
http://www.simplybecksbounty.blogspot.com

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• Apr. 2, 2009 - Mascara

Posted by Robin

I am currently using Origins' Fringe Benefits Lash Loving Mascara. It was about $13 I think.

It is very gentle but I do not LOVE it because it is not cry-proof. And I cry all the time!

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• Apr. 2, 2009 - From Kari

Posted by Anonymous

I'm sensitive to all kinds of makeup. But I like Physicians Formula. http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/product/eyes/mascara.html

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• Apr. 2, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Nancy,
I have fallen in love with Bare Minerals makeup. It is pricy in the beginning. My mom always shares a QVC gift card with me for Christmas and I buy my makeup with it. The makeup last forever, and I love the way it looks on my face. I feel pretty, but not overdone.
grace and peace,
julie

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• Apr. 3, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by sudsinthebucket

I have been using the wash-off waterproof mascara from avon for a while now & don't have a problem. It washes off mostly with just soap & water. If there is a little bit the next morning under my eyes a dab of lotion gets it off.
I'm not sure if it will irritate your eyes or not though.

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• Apr. 7, 2009 - Mascara

Posted by Jill

I have almost always used MKs mascara. After about a week of use it comes out of the tube beautifully. When my budget was cut, I tried Maybelline and love it.
As for the MK eye makeup remover . . . GET IT! It is, by far, the most versatile and best product out there. The product uses more than make up what it costs. You can put a bit on a QTip when removing just a little bit of ... anything, really. Or, use a cotton ball to get big areas.
My husband and I write messages to each other on the shower walls and on the mirror .. the only thing that takes it off nicely is MKs remover.
Good luck.

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• May. 28, 2009 - New Homeschooling mom:)!

Posted by Megan Malkin

Hi! I am new to home schooling I have a 5 year old girl, and 3 year old girl and a 1 year old boy! I am excited to get started, although, I am finding that we already are started, just didn't realize it:) I'd love to hear any tips or advice you have for new home schooling household...
Blessings!!!
Megan (in Montana)

P.S. I noticed your post from early April about Mascara...I use and love, and share Arbonne too, they have a one step mascara, and that's the one I use!!! It's not an eye stinger:)

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