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Bare Escentuals vs Laura Geller Makeup

A Makeup Debate? A Makeup Comparison? A Makeup Challenge? Regardless how this page is classified it is about two fantastic makeups, Bare Escentuals and Laura Geller. I have used them both and like one better than other. Why? Well, I am going to write a pro-con list and share the differences I have experienced with these two makeups.

I started using Bare Escentuals back in 2009-2010. I purchased a small Try Me from QVC and was pretty impressed with it. The main product that I was totally in love with and still use is the BareMinerals Multi-Tasking SPF 20 Concealer Before it became so popular as a concealer, it use to be an eye shadow. So today, I still use it as an eye shadow and/or cover up on my eye area. But I will go into that more in a little while.

As far as Laura Geller's makeup, it hooked me faster than any product I have ever tried. Love it!!

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Bare Escentuals

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Bare Escentuals Makeup

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Bare Escentuals

What I really like and dislike about this brand

What I like

1. I love the brushes
2. I liked the coverage of the bareMinerals Multi-Tasking SPF 20 Concealer-and the concealer brush is a magic wand
3. I love the fact that the product is natural
4. I loved the way it made my skin feel soft
5. I loved the way it felt creamy but yet is a powder
6. I heard if you used it long enough it can begin to heal your skin

What I dislike about these products

1. I hate the mess it makes when you use it
2. I hate the fact how the dust goes into your nose when you are applying the makeup-
3. I do not like the coverage of the foundation
4. Since I do not wear blush, this foundation left my face pretty colorless
5. For some reason, it made my wrinkles more defined
6. I had to keep switching back and forth from that makeup to a liquid makeup so I could achieve the coverage I wanted

BareMinerals Foundation SPF15

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“bareMinerals Start up kit -includes 2 full size brushes

Amazon: $59.95”

Laura Geller Makeup

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Laura Geller Makeup

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Laura Geller Makeup

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Laura Geller Makeup

What I like about this make

1. I love the coverage
2. I love how the shade matches my skin tone
3. I love how there is no dust
4. I love it does not make a mess
5. I love how it makes my face feel as soft as velvet
6. I love the retractable brush because you are able to adjust it different ways for more intense coverage.
7. I love how the makeup is designed with different color corrective pigments
8. I love how the product last. My sister has been using her Balance and Brighten over a year and there is still a lot in the container.

What I do not like about these products

1. I can honestly (at this point) say nothing. I have not found one flaw in using the product since November.

Laura Geller Makeup

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“Laura Geller Starter Kit with a Travel Kabuki Brush with case

Amazon $49.95”

Here is a good list of Q & A about bare Escentuals and Laura Geller Makeup

QVC Questions and Answers

Conclusion

When it comes to makeup, it is very personal to each person. Often we do not want to change products because we feel we are getting everything we can from the product we are using. I know when I was using Bare Escentuals I was not getting exactly what I wanted, because if I did I would not have alternated between my liquid makeup and the powder (often using them both). So for me personally, although I liked Bare Escentuals, it just was not providing me with what I was looking for at the cost I was paying for the product.

I cannot say the same about Laura Geller's makeup. The moment I decided to give it a try I was very impressed. At first I thought, well my sister loves it so much so it has to be good right? But when I seen the price, I thought man, that is a lot to pay for a product if I do not like it. That is the wonders of purchasing online from QVC or Amazon, if you are not completely satisfied you can return the product for a refund. I did purchase a product from Laura Geller's Site and was not happy with it at all! For the price I paid compared to the results I was getting, I was not impressed so I returned it. It was something for my lips, but I had the same thing happen before when I ordered some stuff from Bare Escentuals, I did not like the product and had to return it. The bad thing is having to wait so long for your refund, and the extra cost of shipping the product back no matter where you order from.

Being as fugal of a person as I am, I have to be honest and say I do not like paying a lot of money for makeup period! But I am also learning that sometimes we have to pay a little more to get the results we want. So when I weigh the price compare to the product lasting me, I feel pretty comfortable paying a little more for the Laura Geller makeup compare to other brands I have used.

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Summer-2010 Update

I have found that in the summer along with my regular Laura Geller makeup, I also have to use a little of her bronzer because my skin is not as pale in the summer as it is in the winter months. I just use a little along my cheeks to balance out the foundation. So if by chance you feel you need a little more color that Laura Geller's foundation is offering, consider trying her bronzer, you will LOVE it!!

Important!

October 2011 Update

I have fallen in love with Laura Gellers: Ethereal Spackle and Ethereal Bright and Balance. It has a very, very soft shimmer that is not real noticeable but it makes your skin feel angelic. It is a amazing!

"The Ethereal formula is infused with crushed pearl, licorice root, and nourishing botanicals to help give your complexion a bright, opulent glow."

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  • clouda9 Jan 24, 2011 @ 8:35 pm | delete
    You have convinced me to take a closer look at the Laura Geller products. Right now I am using the Costco knock-off of Bare Essentuals :) It is a messy venture for sure, especially if you put your makeup on after you are dressed, you end up with dust all over your clothes!
  • nightbear Jan 23, 2011 @ 6:40 pm | delete
    I think I'll try just one LG product and see what I think. I guess I really should after all this effort. Great job.
  • Jewelsofawe Jan 23, 2011 @ 2:48 pm | delete
    Laura Geller make up sounds better than bare essentials? Did I spell that wrong? Great lens on both make ups.
  • Jan 23, 2011 @ 11:45 am | delete
    Wonderful lens, WhiteOak (I love calling you this, Eva)! I am considering switching to the Laura Geller makeup after reading this.
  • Joan4 Jan 23, 2011 @ 10:43 am | delete
    This is exactly what I was wondering about - I have used Bare Escentuals for years. I like that you said the Laura Geller does not make a mess and of course, I wonder why. Sounds like I am going to have to try the Laura Geller.
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