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Clinique Even Better Makeup Foundation

Today I’m trying out the Clinique Even Better Makeup in shade CN28 Ivory. See how it applies and wears on dry, maturing skin over 40. All products linked below! #makeupover40 #foundationfest

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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Clinique Even Better Makeup in shade CN28 Ivory $34 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw56/

Clinique is not a cruelty free brand. They claim that they do not test on animals but do sell in mainland China where animal testing is required by law. Check out Phyrra.net for my favorite cruelty free brand list: http://bit.ly/cfbrands

FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

FOUNDATION FEST PLAYLIST – All of my foundation review videos! http://bit.ly/foundationfest

As always, my foundation review inspiration originally came from Taylor Wynn (the artist formerly known as ThaTaylaa), the best foundation reviewer on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/ThaTaylaa/videos

I’M WEARING:
NAILS
Caribbean Dream by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5
Clinique Even Better Makeup in shade CN28 Ivory – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw56/
Fiera Luxury Concealer in Beige – https://bit.ly/40ypmHJ
The Balm Desert Bronzer – https://amzn.to/40XwKgE
Merit Flush Balm in Après – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5
Merit Day Glow Dewy Highlighting Balm in Bounce – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1seic/

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
ColourPop It’s a Mood eyeshadow palette – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw5b/
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Lawless Hold Up Soft Set Creamy Eyebrow Wax in Med/Dark – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q828/
Lawless Shape Up Soft Fill Eyebrow Pencil in Pecan – https://go.magik.ly/ml/18lkm/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/

LIP
Merit Shade Slick Lip Oil in Mapleton – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5

Thanks to @merit for gifting me the lip oil and cheek balm! #Meritbeauty, #gifted

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

SOCIALS!
Blog: https://geekoutofwater.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/geekoutofwater
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekoutofwater/

Snail Mail
Shelly Hokanson
PO Box 184
McGaheysville VA 22840

Inquiries:
shelly@geekoutofwater.com

EQUIPMENT
Fancy Canon camera & lens – https://amzn.to/3fkCmyZ
Fancy microphone – https://amzn.to/3DLUds1
Fancy studio light – https://amzn.to/2OOC3vn
Fancy ring light – https://amzn.to/37Qmf2c
Fancy software – http://go.magik.ly/ml/519m/
(lol none of it is fancy)

ABOUT ME:
My name is Shelly and I’m a 48-year-old web geek that jumped off the deep end into the makeup and beauty world. I’ve got normal to dry skin, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage. Cameo appearances by my rescue cats Daffy, Polly, Ziva, and Charlie (all girls).

I purchase most products shown on my channel myself. Occasionally I receive PR. PR products were sent to me free of charge with no obligations to review them, unless otherwise noted. All opinions are honest and my own. Some links are affiliate links and may earn me commission at no cost to you. I appreciate your support of my channel! FTC: This video is not sponsored.

May 5, 2023by Shelly
Videos

Fiera Luxury Concealer

Today I’m trying the Fiera Luxury Concealer for people over 40 in shade Beige. See how it applies and wears on dry, maturing skin over 40. All products linked below! #makeupover40 #concealerfest

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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Fiera Luxury Concealer in Beige $39.97 – https://bit.ly/40ypmHJ

Fiera is a cruelty free brand. Check out Phyrra.net for my favorite cruelty free brand list: http://bit.ly/cfbrands

FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

FOUNDATION FEST PLAYLIST – All of my foundation review videos! http://bit.ly/foundationfest

As always, my foundation review inspiration originally came from Taylor Wynn (the artist formerly known as ThaTaylaa), the best foundation reviewer on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/ThaTaylaa/videos

I’M WEARING:
NAILS
Caribbean Dream by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5
Clinique Even Better Makeup in shade CN28 Ivory – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw56/
Fiera Luxury Concealer in Beige – https://bit.ly/40ypmHJ
The Balm Desert Bronzer – https://amzn.to/40XwKgE
Merit Flush Balm in Après – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5
Merit Day Glow Dewy Highlighting Balm in Bounce – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1seic/

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
ColourPop It’s a Mood eyeshadow palette – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw5b/
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Lawless Hold Up Soft Set Creamy Eyebrow Wax in Med/Dark – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q828/
Lawless Shape Up Soft Fill Eyebrow Pencil in Pecan – https://go.magik.ly/ml/18lkm/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/

LIP
Merit Shade Slick Lip Oil in Mapleton – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5

Thanks to @merit for gifting me the lip oil and cheek balm! #Meritbeauty, #gifted

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

NECKNOTZ My friend Lindsey makes the most amazing hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

May 3, 2023by Shelly
Videos

5-Minute Makeup Look – Drugstore!

Here’s my quick out-the-door face using all drugstore makeup! All products linked below! #makeupover40

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

I’M WEARING (or mentioned):
NAILS
Caribbean Dream by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
CoverGirl Color Correcting Serum Moisturizer Primer in Fair (green) – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw61/
L’Oreal Age Perfect Tinted Balm in Fair – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1seie/
Elf Putty Bronzer in Sun Kissed – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1rkzg/
Flower Beauty Gel Crush in Blackberry Crush – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw69/ or https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw6c/
Wet n Wild MegaGlo Highlight in Blossom Glow – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2r/

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
ColourPop Rock Candy palette – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1gpyr/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
CoverGirl Age Perfect Lash Plumping Mascara in black – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw6g/
Essence Fix It Like a Boss Brow Gel – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw6j/
Elf Brow Lift – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2s/
Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero Smudge Mascara (lower lashes) – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw6q/

LIP
CoverGirl Age Perfect Lip Flip Liner in Precious Mauve – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1reyl/
CoverGirl Clean Fresh Yummy Gloss in Let’s Get Fizzical – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw6p/

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

May 1, 2023by Shelly
Videos

BeautyCounter Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation

Today I’m trying out the BeautyCounter Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation in Light 210. See how it applies and wears on dry, maturing skin over 40. All products linked below! #makeupover40 #foundationfest

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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BeautyCounter Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation in Light 210 $52 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2o/

BeautyCounter is a cruelty free brand. Check out Phyrra.net for my favorite cruelty free brand list: http://bit.ly/cfbrands

FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

FOUNDATION FEST PLAYLIST – All of my foundation review videos! http://bit.ly/foundationfest

As always, my foundation review inspiration originally came from Taylor Wynn (the artist formerly known as ThaTaylaa), the best foundation reviewer on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/ThaTaylaa/videos

I’M WEARING:
NAILS
Coral Gardens (petite) by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk22/
Caliray So Blown Primer – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk1z/
BeautyCounter Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation in Light 210 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2o/
The Balm Desert Bronzer – https://amzn.to/40XwKgE
Flower Beauty Flower Pots Blush in Sweet Pea – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2p/
Laura Geller Baked Gelato Swirl Diamond Dust – no longer available

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
ColourPop Stone Cold Fox – https://go.magik.ly/ml/18lkm/
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Lawless Hold Up Soft Set Creamy Eyebrow Wax in Med/Dark – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q828/
Lawless Shape Up Soft Fill Eyebrow Pencil in Pecan – https://go.magik.ly/ml/18lkm/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/

LIP
Jones Road Lip Tint in Nude Mauve – https://bit.ly/3zJMxnm

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 28, 2023by Shelly
Videos

GRWM & Makeup Mini Reviews

Get ready with me while I talk through some mini-reviews of new makeup I’ve been trying out! All products linked below! #makeupover40 @merit, #Meritbeauty, #gifted

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

I’M WEARING (or mentioned):
NAILS
I picked off all of my nails again and don’t have any polish on today (womp womp) but I wear exclusively Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Saie Glowy Super Skin Serum Foundation in shade 11 $40 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sxio/
Fiera Luxury Concealer in Beige $39.97 – https://bit.ly/40ypmHJ
Color Street Bronzer Balm in Fearless $28 – https://bit.ly/3GuGbvI
* Merit Flush Balm in Après $30 – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5
* Merit Day Glow stick in Bounce $32 – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly $25 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
Lawless The Lavender One eyeshadow palette $27 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6v/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx $9.49 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
CoverGirl Exhibitionist Kohl Eyeliner in Black $10.99 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sxit/
Essence Fix It Like a Boss Brow Gel $4.99 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sw6j/
Elf Brow Lift $6 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2s/
Physicians Formula Rose All Day Mascara $12.99 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sxix/
KISS ImPress Press-on False Lashes (No Glue) in Glamorous $16.99 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sxj9/

LIP
Everyday Humans Big Mood SPF30 Milky Lip Balm $6.99 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sxj0/

* Merit Shade Slick Lip Oil in Mapleton $24 – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5

* Thanks to Merit for gifting these to me in PR! This video is not sponsored (i.e. I am not paid to make this video). I do earn a small commission from sales through my link. I appreciate your support of my work! https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly5

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 26, 2023by Shelly
Videos

What makeup would I replace immediately?

I’ve been challenged to list the makeup I would replace immediately if I were to lose all of my makeup. This was tough! All products linked below! #makeupover40

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

I’M WEARING (or mentioned):
NAILS
Coral Gardens (petite) by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk22/
Caliray So Blown Primer – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk1z/
BeautyCounter Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation in Light 210 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2o/
Nars Light Reflecting Foundation in Yukon – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2z/
The Balm Desert Bronzer – https://amzn.to/40XwKgE
Flower Beauty Flower Pots Blush in Sweet Pea – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2p/
Laura Geller Baked Gelato Swirl Diamond Dust – no longer available
Wet n Wild MegaGlo Highlight in Blossom Glow – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2r/

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
Lawless The Lavender One eyeshadow palette – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6v/
ColourPop Stone Cold Fox – https://go.magik.ly/ml/18lkm/
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Lawless Hold Up Soft Set Creamy Eyebrow Wax in Med/Dark – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q828/
Lawless Shape Up Soft Fill Eyebrow Pencil in Pecan – https://go.magik.ly/ml/18lkm/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/
Elf Brow Lift – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk2s/

LIP
Lawless Forget the Filler Lip Plumping Line Smoothing Gloss in Violet Bloom – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6w/
Jones Road Lip Tint in Nude Mauve – https://bit.ly/3zJMxnm

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 24, 2023by Shelly
Videos

Face Prep for Flawless Foundation

Today I’m showing you how I prep my skin for the best possible foundation application. All products linked below! #makeupover40

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

I’M WEARING:
NAILS
Coral Gardens (petite) by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum $38 – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base $66 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk22/
Caliray So Blown Primer $36 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk1z/

MENTIONED
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream $65 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk23/
Keys Soulcare Skin Transformation Cream $32 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk27/
CoverGirl TruBlend Base Business Moisturizing Primer $11.49 – https://amzn.to/3KL74OJ

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 19, 2023by Shelly
Videos

Ipsy and BoxyCharm Merged! April 2023

Demo starts around 06:45
Today I’ve got an eyeshadow tutorial with the Natasha Denona Alloy palette, an Ipsy exclusive! Check out the changes to Ipsy since they merged with BoxyCharm! All products linked below! #makeupover40 #GiftedbyIpsy @ipsy @boxycharm #ipsy #boxycharm #unboxing

IPSY and BOXYCHARM have merged under the Ipsy brand!
The new options:

Glam Bag $13/mo – 5 deluxe beauty samples in a cute makeup bag worth up to $70 – you get to choose 1 of the products each month!

BoxyCharm $28/mo – 5 full-size beauty products worth up to $200 – you get to choose 3 of the products each month!

Icon Box $58/quarter – in February, May, August, and November, this replaces your regular Glam Bag or BoxyCharm with 8 full-size products worth up to $350 – you get to choose 3 of the products!

Thanks to Ipsy for sending a variety of products from the Glam Bag and BoxyCharm free of charge as PR. This video is not sponsored; I am not paid to make this video and all opinions are my own.

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Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

I’M WEARING (or mentioned):
NAILS
Coral Gardens (petite) by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk22/
Caliray So Blown Primer – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sk1z/
LYS Triple Fix Serum Foundation in LP4 Vanilla – https://go.magik.ly/ml/16bhp/
Natasha Denona My Dream Cheek Trio – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1p0jt/
LYS No Limited Cream Bronzer Stick in Harmony – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1slmy/

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
Natasha Denona Alloy eyeshadow palette – Ipsy exclusive
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/

LIP
Fenty Heat lip gloss in Lemon Lava – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1slmh/

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 17, 2023by Shelly
Videos

Patrick Ta Major Skin Foundation

Today I’m trying the Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation in shade Fair 2. See how it applies and wears on dry, maturing skin over 40. All products linked below! #makeupover40 #foundationfest

Go behind the scenes and access my Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a demo of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

GOOW Community Page! http://bit.ly/goowcommunity

Subscribe to GOOW for new videos every week! http://bit.ly/SubscribeGOOW
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Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation in shade Fair 2 $52 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1segm/

Patrick Ta is a cruelty free brand. Check out Phyrra.net for my favorite cruelty free brand list: http://bit.ly/cfbrands

FREE MINI-COURSE on how to choose the best foundations for dry skin – http://foundation.geekoutofwater.com

CHECK OUT MY FRIEND JENNY the FOUNDATION LADY!
https://bit.ly/jennyfoundation

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

FOUNDATION FEST PLAYLIST – All of my foundation review videos! http://bit.ly/foundationfest

As always, my foundation review inspiration originally came from Taylor Wynn (the artist formerly known as ThaTaylaa), the best foundation reviewer on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/ThaTaylaa/videos

I’M WEARING:
NAILS
Forbidden Orchid by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Good Molecules Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 – https://bit.ly/3VqLlhZ
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation in shade Fair 2 – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1segm/
Color Street Bronzer Balm in Fearless – http://bit.ly/3GuGbvI
Youthforia BYO Blush Oil – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1qheg/
Merit Day Glow Dewy Highlighting Balm in Bounce – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1re6t/ //////

EYES
MAC Paint Pot in Painterly – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6x/
Lawless The Lavender One eyeshadow palette – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6v/
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Lawless Hold Up Soft Set Creamy Eyebrow Wax in Med/Dark – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q828/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/

LIP
Lawless Forget the Filler Lip Plumping Line Smoothing Gloss in Violet Bloom – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6w/

QUIRKY CREATORS – my handcrafted company! Soaps, shampoo bars, earrings, and more https://qcsoap.com

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

NECKNOTZ hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 14, 2023by Shelly
Videos

Alter Ego Coastal Palette – Huda Rose Gold Dupe!

Today I’ve got a new eye look tutorial from the Alter Ego Coastal palette – a Huda Beauty Rose Gold dupe!

Support my channel and access the Roll-A-Look eyeshadow app via Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/GeekOutofWater

Try a sample of the Roll-A-Look app and see how it works (demo with 2 palettes):
https://rollalook.com/

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10% off Alter Ego with code SHELLY10
Eyeshadow Primer $6 – https://bit.ly/3ZRF0gH
Coastal Palette $20 – https://bit.ly/3nS6gyt

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER FEST MASTER LISTS! All of the foundations and concealers I’ve reviewed, ranked and searchable:
Foundation – https://geekoutofwater.com/foundation-fest/
Concealer – https://geekoutofwater.com/concealer-fest/

FOUNDATION FEST PLAYLIST – All of my foundation review videos! http://bit.ly/foundationfest

I’M WEARING:
NAILS
Coral Gardens (petite) by Color Street – 100% real dry nail polish strips – no dry time, no smudges, no heat or tools needed, and made in the USA! We’re international – US, Canada, & Germany! Hop into my Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/groups/goownails or visit http://shop.goowbeauty.com

FACE
Good Molecules Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 – https://bit.ly/3VqLlhZ
Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum – https://muse.meritbeauty.com/shelly6
Too Faced Born This Way Healthy Glow in Porcelain – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj5u/
Benefit Hoola Bronzer – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj6c/
Color Street blush in Bashful – http://bit.ly/3MwnUSD

EYES
Alter Ego Eyeshadow Base – http://bit.ly/3ZRF0gH
Alter Ego Coastal eyeshadow palette (Huda Rose Gold dupe) – http://bit.ly/3nS6gyt
Use code SHELLY10 for 10% off at Alter Ego!
Lawless One and Done Volumizing Mascara – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q82b/
Lawless Hold Up Soft Set Creamy Eyebrow Wax in Med/Dark – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1q828/
Flower Beauty Forever Wear liner in Onyx – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1r7lo/
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze – https://go.magik.ly/ml/1sj69/

LIP
Jones Road Lip Tint in Nude Mauve – http://bit.ly/3zJMxnm

BK BEAUTY – awesome cruelty free brushes! get 10% off with code SHELLY10

BANISH Skin Care & Dermarolling Stamp – $5 off every $50 with code GOOW – https://bit.ly/3CBkLuY

NECKNOTZ – my friend Lindsay makes the most awesome hand-crafted hemp and essential oil necklaces – 3% off with code: GOOW https://www.necknotz.com/discount/GOOW

YESSTYLE – extra discount with code YESGOOW – http://bit.ly/yesgoow

ALTER EGO COSMETICS – 10% off with code SHELLY10 – http://bit.ly/alteregoGOOW

SCIENCE SERUM – Makers of Tight Eye and Bright & Tight – 20% off with code SHELLY – http://bit.ly/brighttight

ADEPT COSMETICS – Best magnetic palettes ever! 15% off with code SHELLY15 –
http://bit.ly/adeptgoow

GOOW Amazon Favorites – http://www.amazon.com/shop/geekoutofwater

April 12, 2023by Shelly
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