I’m very excited to convey you this interview with the beautiful Christine from Temptalia. She was one of many first magnificence bloggers ever and 15 years later, it’s nonetheless going robust. Christine’s weblog is considered one of my every day must-reads due to her superb ideas, implausible product critiques, inspiring seems to be and nice tutorials that can flip even a novice into an professional. Most significantly, she tells it like it’s and isn’t afraid to present a nasty overview, even when it means upsetting a model. I love an influencer who doesn’t promote out (so uncommon lately). And, if for some cause, you haven’t heard of her weblog but, that is your probability to test it out. Learn on to search out out extra concerning the gifted and candy Christine:
1. When and why did you begin your weblog?
I began Temptalia in October 2006 as a technique to archive all the seems to be I had executed and deliberate to do sooner or later.
2. What’s your favorite factor about running a blog? And the least?
My favourite factor about running a blog is the power to work together with my readers. I really like listening to their opinions, answering their questions, and simply studying about them. I actually can’t consider a least favourite half! Perhaps that I can’t do it extra typically? 😉
3. What’s the neatest thing that occurred to you due to your weblog, Temptalia?
The very best factor that has occurred to me is that I’ve realized the place my ardour lies–a minimum of presently–and it’s so nice. I really like what I’m doing!
4. When did you first notice that you simply have been magnificence obsessed?
It began after I began school. I found MAC, and I fell in love from there!
5. How did you learn to apply make-up?
Observe, follow, follow. Each time folks ask, the reply is absolutely that straightforward. Simply maintain at it, and don’t be afraid to fail. Do loopy seems to be, attempt combos you didn’t assume would work. You’ll study what works, what doesn’t, and what’s simply plain enjoyable!
6. What’s your every day skincare routine?
As a result of I’m continually testing out new and totally different merchandise, it actually modifications very often. At present, I take advantage of Dermalogica’s cleanser alternated with MAC’s Volcanic Ash Exfoliator for cleaning within the AM. I comply with up with Clinique’s MoistureSurge cream. I’m testing out two eye lotions (Elizabeth Arden’s Intervene & Bliss’s All In regards to the Eyes), too. I take advantage of Dermalogica sunscreen to maintain my face protected from the solar. Within the PM, I take advantage of Renee Rouleau cleanser adopted by the identical eye lotions, after which NARS’ Hydrating Cream.
7. Have you ever discovered your HG merchandise but? In that case, what are they?
I’ve discovered a number of, however not rather a lot. I really like so many merchandise, and there may be all the time one thing new popping out to attempt, so I by no means find yourself loyal to a product. Just a few of my staples are MAC Mari-sheeno lipstick, Renee Rouleau’s AHA/BHA Cleanser, and NARS Hydrating Cream.
8. What are your favorite magnificence manufacturers?
I do know folks know me as a MAC woman, however I really like plenty of manufacturers. I discover it onerous to maintain up with (particularly financially!) with tons of manufacturers, which is why I nonetheless put on and have largely MAC merchandise. I’ve liked quite a lot of the merchandise I’ve tried from Clinique, Estee Lauder, Lancome, NARS… Bliss is nice for skincare, as is LUSH.
9. What’s in your make-up bag proper now?
Nothing! I don’t maintain a make-up bag. I solely use my make-up baggage after I journey 😉 In my purse, although, I’ve MAC Mari-sheeno lipstick and Cle de Peau’s #2 Gloss. I believe I might need a tinted lip conditioner in my purse, too.
10. And eventually, do you could have any magnificence secrets and techniques you possibly can share?
The key to wanting good is feeling good. Even when my make-up is flawless, if I’m having a nasty day or really feel like crap, it’s nonetheless going to indicate by way of. It’s so essential to care for your self from the within out, and never simply specializing in the skin. I don’t simply imply consuming proper or exercising, I imply making your self mentally match and joyful. Magnificence is happiness 🙂
Thanks a lot to Christine for this implausible interview. Now be sure to go and take a look at Temptalia.
