40 Beauty Questions Tag Answered

Tag time! I came across this tag and thought it would be a fun one to fill in on the blog. There’s 40 questions that have to do with beauty & skincare, so let’s jump right into them: here are my answers to the 40 beauty questions tag!

How many times do you wash your face daily?

Just once, at night. I used to just rinse my face with water in the shower so I feel like I’ve made a lot of progress by washing my face with products once a day, haha! I don’t feel like it’s necessary for me to wash my face more often.

What skin type do you have? (dry, oily, combo)

My T-zone is slightly oily but my cheeks aren’t really dry, so I’d say I have regular to combination skin.

What is your current facial wash?

I use the Nivea Aqua Effect Gentle Foaming Cleanser. It’s a watery substance that comes out of the packaging as a foam. I always go for the sensitive skin option when there is one within a skincare range because they typically tend to give the same results with a gentler method, so I went for the sensitive skin version of this cleanser as well. It’s also the pink version so hey, can you blame me? ;) It smells really nice and cleans my face gently, I like it!

Do you exfoliate?

Yes! Several times a week. The skin around my nose and forehead tends to get a little rough quickly which makes applying makeup nicely a lot harder (and it feels weird) so I make sure to exfoliate really well. If I don’t, you’re going to see little bumps and large pores on my skin.

What brand do you use?

I don’t really care about the brand of my skincare, I usually go for specific products that I like or want to try out. In fact I believe only two components of my skincare routine are from the same brand at the moment! There isn’t a certain brand I like best.

What moisturizer do you use?

I’m currently using the I’m From Honey Cream, a beauty product from Korea. I always try to use up products that I get sent to try out for my blog or YouTube channel, and now I’m on this one, which I really like.

Do you have freckles?

No, but I do have loads of birthmarks. I like freckles though, I think they’re really cute.

Do you use eye cream?

Yes, I have a couple that I’ve been sent in subscription boxes that I’m using up. I’m not sure I’ll get a new eye cream when I use these up though, so far I don’t really feel like they serve much of a purpose for me.

Do you or did you have acne prone skin?

I’m very lucky to never have had acne. I get the occasional spot here and there, especially around that time of the month, but it’s never really bad.

Did you ever have to use Pro-activ?

I actually had to look up what this is (we have a brand of margarine in the Netherlands that’s called pro-activ, lol), and no, I’ve never used it, haha!

What foundation do you use?

Bourjois Healthy Mix in no. 52

How about concealer?

The Collection Lasting Perfection concealer in no. 1 & 2 combined.

Do you know your undertone color?

I have quite a prominent yellow undertone. In fact, my undertone is almost green, but there’s no foundations for green undertones, haha!

What do you think of fake eyelashes?

I like them! Not for everyday use for me personally, but I think they’re great when you’re going all out for a party or costume look. A good pair of false eyelashes can make the biggest difference!

Did you know that you are supposed to change your mascara every 3 months?

Yes, but I have to admit I don’t do it. I use my mascaras until they dry out and I’ve never had any infections or irritations, so I think it’s ok. I never share my mascara and I pay good attention to hygiene. I also think the three month thing is a little bit of a marketing trick, companies want you to buy as many mascaras as possible. The three months are also just the period withing which they’re willing to guarantee the mascara is still perfectly safe, it doesn’t mean the mascara will go off the day after it’s been opened for three months. As with food, I use my common sense when it comes to expiration dates.

What brand of mascara do you use?

Maybelline is my absolute favourite.

Sephora or MAC?

Sephora, just because they have a variety of brands. I don’t like to be tied down, haha!

Do you have a MAC Pro-card?

No, but I’d like to get one once my business grows! They’re very strict when it comes to giving out pro-cards in the Netherlands, you have to actually be a pro makeup artist.

What makeup tools do you use in make up application?

Just brushes, really. I’m not a big fan of sponges (so hard to clean) and I don’t really use my fingers anymore either, except for when I’m away from home and don’t want to bring a lot of brushes.

Do you use make-up base/primer for the eyes?

Whenever I’m wearing more than one colour of eyeshadow, yes.

For the face?

I don’t use primers for the face, I don’t feel like I need them there and can’t really be bothered with another extra step, haha! I do use face primers on clients though, especially on brides.

What is your favorite eyeshadow (color or shade)?

A light skin colour that I can use all over the eyelid. It’s the perfect base for any look. I’m using one from my Sigma Bare palette and have no idea what I’ll do when I use it up, haha!

Do you use pencil or liquid eyeliner?

At the moment I use liquid, but I tend to go through phases where I use either liquid or pencil. I’ve been wearing that look a lot where you pretty much just wear a winged liner and not much else, and liquid works better with that.

How often do you poke your eyes with an eyeliner pencil?

Haha maybe once in two years?

What do you think of pigment eyeshadows?

They’re a huge hassle but give the best colour payoff. I only really use them for costume looks. I don’t have a lot of them either, I believe around ten pieces.

Do you use mineral makeup?

I owned a mineral foundation once but haven’t really explored the world of mineral makeup since. It’s not easily accessible in the Netherlands.

What is your favorite lipstick?

Kiko’s Luscious Cream Lipstick in 506 Misty Rose. It’s the perfect pinky nude for me and I feel like I can wear this with almost everything.

How about lipgloss?

I don’t really wear lipgloss anymore, I feel like it’s not very fashionable at the moment and I dislike how my hair sticks to it, haha!

What is your favorite blush to use?

MAC Melba or Sleek Rose Gold

Do you buy your makeup on ebay?

No, I think the risk of buying a useless or potentially unsafe product is too big. There are good budget-friendly options outside of ebay nowadays!

Do you like drugstore makeup?

In general, yes! It’s definitely what I use the most.

Do you go to CCO’s? (cosmetic company outlets)

If we had those in the Netherlands, I’m pretty sure I’d visit them. I like a discount!

Did you ever consider taking makeup classes?

I have taken makeup classes, in fact I’m a fully licensed makeup artist :)

Are you clumsy in putting on makeup?

I like to think I’m not, haha!

Name a makeup crime that you hate?

Hate is a big word, but I really dislike heavy, dark foundation. It takes away so much of the wearer’s beauty, in my opinion.

Do you like colorful shades of makeup (lipstick,eyeshadow) or neutral ones?

In general I prefer neutrals, for everyday wear in any case, but I don’t shy away from a little colour every now and then. I especially love colourful lipsticks!

Which celebrity always has great make up?

Oh man, I have to admit I don’t really watch celebrities, so I’m going to have to pass this question.

If you could leave the house using just ONE make up item, what would you use?

Mascara. I do sometimes only wear mascara when I leave the house, it really opens up your eyes in my opinion, and makes the biggest difference while not looking out of place as a stand-alone beauty product.

Could you ever leave the house without any makeup on?

This question makes it sound so dramatic, haha! I do this almost daily, not a problem at all.

Do you think you look good even without any makeup on?

Yes, although I do think I look better with makeup on.

In your opinion, what is the BEST makeup brand?

I’m going to say MAC. They have great, professional quality makeup that you can rely on in almost all cases.

What do you think of makeup?

I love to play with makeup and experiment. I think makeup is great fun and it can help you look put together. I also think it should never be a necessity or something you feel like you have to wear. It can enhance your natural look, but shouldn’t replace it!
Of course this is my personal opinion, by no means should you follow this as well ;) Always do what YOU want to do!

Well that was quite a lot of questions, I hope you enjoyed reading my answers! :)