My pores get clogged often and I tend to have a lot of blackheads across my nose. Do you have a go-to product for cleansing/unclogging pores? ~Ramona
Go-to product for clogged pores
How to Remove Waterproof Mascara
Dear Terri, I have to wear waterproof mascara for work, but it is so hard to remove, even with a cleanser. Do you have any tips or recommendations for gentle removal? ~Mina
A. Believe me, Mina, I know the struggle! I have found an easy, gentle solution — Micellar Water. Add a little bit to a cotton pad and it gently removes eye makeup, even waterproof mascara. My favorite is the Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water.
Difference between bronzer and contour
Hi Terri, this may be a silly question, but what is the difference between bronzer and contour? It all looks the same to me. ~Cherise
Hi Cherise! So glad you asked this question; it is not silly. I don’t think a lot of people truly know the difference.
Contour is typically a few shades darker than your skin tone and has cooler undertones because it is meant to create the effect of a shadow on the face to give a sculpted look.
A bronzer is a few shades darker than your skin tone and has warmer undertones because it is meant to warm up the face and give a sun-kissed effect.
Body Wash
Hi Terri! What is your favorite body wash? Mine leaves my skin feeling dry and itchy. ~ Kirsten
Kirsten, as always, it’s a matter of trial and error. And I’ve done a lot of that! My personal favorite may surprise you — Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Body Wash. I love the way it smells, and my skin feels refreshed and hydrated. Plus, it’s super cost-effective! Let me know how it works for you.
Glowy Look
Hi Terri! I love the glowy look, but I don’t think shimmery highlighters look too great on my skin. How can I achieve that gorgeous glowy look without the highlighters? -Sonya
Hi Sonya! I’m right there with you! In general, I tend to avoid the glittery highlighters because they never give the effect I want, especially on someone with more mature or textured skin. I always achieve my glowy looks through cream blushes, face balms and even my Tinted Lip Salves. One of my favorite, glowy cream blushes is Chantecaille Cheek Gelee in the shade Happy. I also love to use the Tower 28 SuperDew Balm on the apples of the cheek because it’s a clear balm that gives you a natural glisten. And lately, I’ve been topping off my looks with a little bit of my veryTerri beauty Tinted Lip Salves. I apply a small amount (of either shade) to the apples of the cheeks and it gives a natural glow with an added umph of color!
Eyes pop without eyeshadow
Hi Terri! What tips do you have for making my eyes pop without using an eyeshadow? I need something quick and simple for those days when I want a little oomph without applying full-face makeup. ~Chey
Hi Chey, I totally get it. When I don’t wear makeup, but still want some definition to my eyes, I add black or brown waterproof eye pencil to my upper waterline. Yes, you read that right—the UPPER waterline. It feels a little scary and it will tickle a tad until you get used to it, but it makes a huge difference! There are a lot of great waterproof pencils out there, but if you are looking for one, I recommend the Maybelline Tattoo Studio Gel Waterproof Eyeliner.
Lipstick Feather
Hello Terri! As I have gotten older, I’ve noticed that a lot of my favorite lipsticks feather out into the fine lines around my mouth. I’m not ready to part ways with those products and I’m not interested in Botox, so I’m wondering if there you have another solution. ~Deb
Deb, trust me, I know this issue. And that’s exactly why I have a product for that very reason in my veryTerri beauty line! My invisible Stay Put Lip Liner is the perfect solution. It’s a no-show pencil that creates a barrier between your lips and the fine lines around your mouth so that lip products do not feather. It can also work as a corrector if need to adjust the shape of your lip. With this lip liner, you can continue to use the products you love and be assured that they will stay exactly where you put them, all day long!
Matte Lipsticks
Hi Terri! I like wearing matte lipstick, but my lips often look dry and flaky. Do you have any tricks to help with this problem that don’t involve removing matte lipsticks from my routine? ~Kaley
Hi Kaley! I love a matte lip too. The trick is to exfoliate and hydrate your lips before applying a matte formula. I recommend using a lip scrub like the Chardonnay Sugar Probiotic Lip Polish from Glycelene a couple times a week. Another product I always use on my clients and myself is a lip balm or mask before starting my makeup application, especially if I’m planning to wear a matte lipstick. Then, by the time you apply your lipstick (blot lips first), your lips are super nourished, hydrated, and ready to rock a matte finish!
Covering Blemishes
Hi Terri. I suffer from hormonal acne and find it difficult to cover up my blemishes. My foundation and concealer don’t grab on to those areas and my breakouts always peek through. Is there a way to apply makeup that will keep my blemishes covered? ~ Josie
Josie, believe it or not, the solution is eye primer. Eye primer, such as Heir Atelier Eye Primer, is designed to hold eyeshadow to the lid so it doesn’t fade or crease. I put a small amount of eye primer on a blemish and let it dry for a couple of seconds before applying foundation and concealer. The primer grabs the makeup and blemishes usually stay hidden.
Strip Lashes
I like to wear strip lashes but can’t get them to stay on without having to reapply several times. Do you have any tips to make application easier? ~ Leah
Hi Leah! I struggled with that too and, after some trial and error, finally came up with an easy way to apply a strip lash. Cut each lash into three even pieces and then apply the sections individually, beginning at the outside corner. This way you don’t have to fuss with the whole strip, and it helps prevent the corners from lifting.
