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January 24th, 2008

02:04 pm - Martha Quinn was Right Lately I've been thinking about this Neutrogena commercial that was on a lot when I was a kid. In it, Martha Quinn is sitting on a bed, wearing a very early 90's tie-dyed T-shirt, and the first thing she says is "Once, Martha Quinn only wanted two things: A job in rock and roll and CLEAR SKIN." It must have been on a lot back then, because I remember it vividly, as if I just saw it yesterday. I've been thinking about it lately because, you know, if I only got those two things out of life, I'd be very happy too, just like Martha Quinn. Preferably, clear skin would come first. Speaking of clear skin, I finally found a makeup that works on my skin: L'Oreal Ideal Balance QuickStick Foundation. It rules. I can actually wear it all day without it turning funky on me. That says a lot, coming from someone who defines "combination skin." I mean, I've got it all: Oiliness, dryness, sensitivity, paleness, redness, acne, blackheads, and large pores. I'm the poster child for combination skin, and this one actually covers and stays for hours. I'm very impressed. Of course, there was talk on the Internet of it being discontinued. Everything I love gets discontinued. When I ordered my new favorite makeup from Walgreens.com, I got a free sample of this stuff called "Yes to Carrots." I got some night face cream and body butter. I used both last night, and I loved them, and I want to go to Walgreens and buy some more of the face cream, but I can't figure out of it's non-comedogenic or not. I mean, isn't that something you'd want to put prominently on the packaging or the description on the web site? I've scoured the Internet (and everyone knows I'm a pro at finding stuff online), and I couldn't find ANY indication whatsoever of whether or not this stuff would make me break out. Everyone seems to love it, but only one of those people mentioned having acne. She said it didn't make her break out, but one review isn't enough to make me shell out $13 for it. What's more, the company's "contact us" link doesn't even work, and they have no other contact information on their web site. I'm going to Walgreens today to see if the real packaging says anything about it, but if it doesn't, you just lost one potential customer, Yes to Carrots. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever imagine I'd have this much trouble choosing skin care products. This weekend I have to go through my "Skin Care Graveyard" again and throw out all the half-used bottles of cleanser, moisturizer, makeup, and acne treatment. Maybe my sister will want it... No, she's probably cursed with the same bad skin that I am. This is what happens when Irish and Italian people have kids together. Thanks, Mom and Dad. So, now Jen Heller Meservey only wants two things. Current Location: 90's Time Warp Current Mood: exhausted Current Music: Phoenix

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