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What’s the time? It’s beauty question time!

Tue, 3 January 2012 1:18PM

We like to think of ourselves as a friendly bunch here at PRIMPED HQ and despite the fact that we’ve been writing about all things beauty related for more years than we care to count, we’re continually discovering new developments, trends and products on a daily basis, and we want to make sure you ladies, our loyal readers, are getting your money’s worth out of us.

Want to know what this season’s hottest hair colour is? Want to know how to mask sun spots? Need a new foundation? Or maybe you’re stumped on AHA’s? Starting from right now, we want  you to hit us with your  burning beauty questions and we’ll do our darnedest to answer them for you as quickly as we can. 

To get the ball rolling, all you need to do is pop your question in the comment section below and keep an eye out on the home page and How-To section to see a response.

 Thinking about  a drastic hair colour change a la Katy Perry? Feel free to run your ideas by us first!

So, what are you waiting for? Fire away!

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  • Posted by: chinadolls Supporter // Tue, 3 January 2012 01:39pm

    I am having trouble finding a concealor that COMPLETELY covers my dark undereye circles. If I apply a regular amount, they show through. I’ve tried illuminators as well but nothing seems to completely cover them.

    Please help!
    xx

  • Posted by: Bec // Tue, 3 January 2012 01:43pm

    Would love some info on the best products for acne scars – both makeup and products to fade them! Can’t seem to find anything that makes a massive difference. Thanks :)

  • Posted by: Anna // Tue, 3 January 2012 01:51pm

    I have really oily, congested skin and struggle to find a sunscreen that doesn’t clog it up or make it shiny. Ideally I’d like something broad spectrum, high factor and that isn’t full of chemicals. Can you help?! I’ve tried soooo many.
    I would love your advice :)
    xx

  • Posted by: Mysie Enthusiast // Tue, 3 January 2012 02:14pm

    I’d love to know how to tame those frizzy bits of hair that frame my face. Even when I try to glue them down with ridiculous amounts of hair spray they still manage to escape and detract from the polished look I’m aiming for. Please help save me from a look that is always dishevelled :-)

  • Posted by: MissPaigeLauren Devotee // Tue, 3 January 2012 02:17pm

    I would love to do the eye makeup katy perry is wearing in this post, also christina’s in burlesque they are alike :)

  • Posted by: Monica Master Fan // Tue, 3 January 2012 02:18pm

    I have quite curly/ wavy long hair. all of the hair styles that are on primped seem to be for girls with sraight hair and I simply cannot straighten my hair every day. Could you provide some inspiration for us girls with more body so that I can give the top knot a rest?

    Thanks :D

  • Posted by: Monica Master Fan // Tue, 3 January 2012 02:19pm

    Also Katy Peryy looks a tiny bit like January Jones in this pic… but with pink hair :P

  • Posted by: Maxine // Tue, 3 January 2012 04:41pm

    My skin tone, hair and eye colour are all of a muted and muddy colour pallet – is there any way I could ever pull off bright, clear colours in my makeup?

  • Posted by: Dani King // Tue, 3 January 2012 05:09pm

    I’m wondering how celebrities maintain their tan week in week out. I get a regular spray tan but I need to exfoliate and get rid of all the signs of the previous one before I get the next one. So how do they get around this?

  • Posted by: Katy Hooper // Tue, 3 January 2012 06:16pm

    I’m looking for a non-comedemic night cream. I’m 27, have oily skin and breakouts but I want something a bit richer at night than my current moisturiser. Any recommendations? Thanks!

  • Posted by: J // Tue, 3 January 2012 06:19pm

    Hi! I would love to know your thoughts for hair sunscreen? My hair dresser has recommended a kerastase spray over the summer months to prevent any unnecessary drying, damage etc. This is the first I have heard of it though so would love to hear any experiences/feedback!
    Thanks :-)

  • Posted by: Primped // Tue, 3 January 2012 06:45pm

    I love reviews of skin care and makeup products. I don’t have the time or cash to be trying every new product that hits the shelves, so having you guys road test it first is mightly helpful! Thanks.

  • Posted by: ladyface // Wed, 4 January 2012 12:41am

    My skin has been playing up something dreadful, red with fine little pimples that never seem to go away with large pimples popping up and super dry skin around my nose that makeup wont stick to. what can I do? its terrible! I’ve never had bad skin before, I’ve been dealt a terrible hand of skin karma

  • Posted by: nita01 Master Fan // Wed, 4 January 2012 01:05pm

    I just received the wrinkle product “Infusion RX”. The aim of it is to eliminate wrinkles there and then and it is supposed to last approx 7 hours. I’m confused with how to use the product. It says to apply to cleansed and dried skin, which I’ve done. I let it set for a while and then carry on applying my moisturisers and makeup but this seems to make it not work. Then it also states it can be used over makeup, I’ve alo tried this but it ruins my makeup job. So…..I need help and advice on how I can use and get the most out of this product.

    Thanx.xxxx

  • Posted by: SydneyRose Master Fan // Wed, 4 January 2012 02:05pm

    I’m still trying to find a good cream for loss of elasticity.

    As we all know, after 25 our skin start to sag but not most often than not, it is not noticeable until we’re in our mid 30s.

    The experts say that sagging skin is loss of collagen. I have tried collagen creams in the past that have not worked.

    I have a health routine which includes Omega 3 capsules and other vitamins to help my overall heath which includes my skin.

    My questions are:

    1. What really causes loss of elasticity in skin?

    2. What are the best products for restoring elasticity in the skin?

  • Posted by: Nicole Quirk // Wed, 4 January 2012 02:28pm

    I would love to know how to do a really nice pink blushed cheek – ala Sarah Jessica Parker or Mila Kunis… Also what would be the best lip gloss to suit this? :) I

  • Posted by: Chelsea // Wed, 4 January 2012 02:56pm

    Oh geez where do I start:

    * How to make your face look thinner with blush

    * How to blow dry your hair quicker, or as well as a professional hairdresser

    * A concealer to cover spots without causing more spots, that costs less than $30

    * the best eye cream for women in their late 20′s – do we even need one yet?

  • Posted by: Natalie // Wed, 4 January 2012 03:02pm

    I really would like to dye my dark brown hair blonde. But I’m in my teens so I don’t want to deal with frizzled strands for the rest of my life. Do you think I should do it or wait?

  • Posted by: Tina-1291133452 Master Fan // Wed, 4 January 2012 03:18pm

    My question- Could you recommend an affordable, dewy foundation so we can get that glowing, bronze look? And recommend a lipstick similar to what Rosie Huntington wears, to make lips seem fuller, plumper!?

  • Posted by: emilylauren Devotee // Wed, 4 January 2012 05:56pm

    I second Tina, in relation to the cheap dewy/glowy foundation. And also how to contour like a pro would be one that I could say. Although there is prob a thousand articles about it but I can’t get enough of it!

  • Posted by: Karen-1298334769 Master Fan // Thu, 5 January 2012 01:48am

    I just want to know what budget friendly tools are out there, ie good straighteners, hair dryers, curlers etc.

  • Posted by: beautybee1 Master Fan // Thu, 5 January 2012 08:49pm

    I’d really love to know if there are any products that get rid of frizz and split ends so I don’t have to use my hair straightener every day.

  • Posted by: sumaya Master Fan // Fri, 6 January 2012 07:20am

    I wish i was the type of woman that could look sexy even with pink hair like Katy Perry!

  • Posted by: Lauren // Sat, 7 January 2012 11:38pm

    Good serums for dry skin.

  • Posted by: georgiamae83 Devotee // Wed, 11 January 2012 02:19pm

    Hi Primped HQ,
    I’m not sure if this question falls under beauty (theoretically speaking) however it’s something that i’d love some info on.
    I have some seriously hideous red stretch marks around my bellybutton which are the result of putting on weight. Besides losing the weight and having been using Bio Oil, are there are any other tips or treatments I could look into to help diminish these scars?
    Thank you!

  • Posted by: Danielle Beanland // Tue, 17 January 2012 07:19pm

    I have a hair question haha, i’m going beach camping for 5 days and was wondering what to use so my hair doesn’t get disgusting. Not sure if dry shampoo would work because of the sea water… any other handy hints on keeping my skin nice as well while away from creature comforts would be great too!

    Thanks! :)

  • Posted by: lovefashionangel Master Fan // Thu, 19 January 2012 02:08pm

    what are some products that really work for blackheads and large pores or even just home remedies?
    also are there anyways that foundation (even with primer) wont make them more obvious?

  • Posted by: Rachel // Sun, 22 January 2012 04:04pm

    I’m having trouble finding the right cleaner/toner/moisturiser.
    I have mostly oily skin, which seems to leave red marks on my face. I don’t break out so much anymore, but the red marks don’t move. I find that face products, I’ve tried, keep smy face non-oily for a while, but in time it either dries it out or the oil returns after a few hours.

    Do you know of anything that might help? Or some products I could test out? Please! I feel like I’ve tried everything and Thanks :D

  • Posted by: Brie Byles // Mon, 23 January 2012 01:32am

    Eyelashes. After wearing falsies on the weekend and getting shadow, liner and mascara everywhere they feel less than beautiful. How do I repair them, what will help them to grow longer and stronger?!
    Thanks :)

  • Posted by: Justine // Tue, 31 January 2012 04:26pm

    I would love to know your thoughts on Giorgio Armani Designer Lift Foundation. Does it have more coverage and is longer lasting than the Luminous Silk foundation?

    I have dryish skin, so need something that is moisturising, medium coverage and will last all day! I am currently using Chanel Vitalumiere Satin Foundation, and even with primer I find by the end of the day, there is hardly any left!

    Would love to know your thoughts! x

  • Posted by: lilac_beauty // Fri, 17 February 2012 07:26pm

    If I looked like Katy Perry I wouldn’t be frightened of a drastic change in hair colour – or anything else for that matter! As I don’t look like her I’ll stick with my soft, tried and true look.

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