Song Tag (First Tag EVA!)

I think that second part is right. (Idk.  My memory sucks.)

So the rules say you have to have your iPod on shuffle and not skip.  Pssh, heck with that. I'm making my own rules. Gonna just type in the first song I remember from my library. (Please don't apply that to your daily life. Rules are good.  This is one of those moments where you do as I say, not as I do.)

Copied off of Brooke's blog The Freakish Lullaby

Are you Male or Female? Never Underestimate A Girl by Vanessa Ann Hudgens

What do people feel when they're around you? Like Whoa by Aly & AJ
Describe your current relationship? No One by Aly & AJ
Where would you like to be right now? Far Away by Nickelback

How do you feel about love? It's Alright, It's Okay by Ashley Tisdale (I'm playing off the title of the song, not the meaning..)
What's your life like? So Small by Carrie Underwood

What would you wish for if you only had one wish? Realize by Colbie Caillat

Say something wise: Never Say Never by The Fray

How would you describe yourself? Afraid by Vanessa Hudgens, Clumsy by Fergie, and Average Girl by Emily Osment
What is your life's purpose? Fearless by Taylor Swift

What is your motto? More Time by Needtobreathe

What do your friends think of you? Smile by Uncle Kracker

What do you think of your parents? White & Nerdy by Weird Al

Who do you think of very often? Back To December by Taylor Swift

What is 2+2? 4 Minutes by Madonna
What do you think of your best friend(s)? Real Wild Child by Everlife (Kim), Just Dance by Lady Gaga (Lauren)

What is your life story? A Day In The Life by Lindsay Lohan

What do you want to be when you grow up? Country Strong by Gwyneth Paltrow
What will you dance to at your wedding? You And Me by Lifehouse

What will they play at your funeral? Here Comes Goodbye by Rascal Flatts

What is your hobby/interest? Paperback Writer by The Beatles
What is your biggest fear? Taking Chances by Celine Dion

What is your biggest secret? In My Head by Jason Derulo

What do you think of your friends? With A Little Help From My Friends by The Beatles (Not the getting high part!)

What will you repost this as? The Way I Am Ingrid Michaelson

Thanks for following, Brooke!

And thank you to all who posted a comment on my previous post. Very very much appreciated. :D

Always with love,

~Ally-Cat

The World Just Can't Get Enough

Life just has to keep coming at me and just shoving me off another cliff.  Can't I get a fudge-flipping break?!?! Seriously. It really pissing me off. 
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I found some more interesting videos:

Cats Playing Patty-Cake (With Voices!)

Inside The Hit Songs: Gives You Hell -- Language! Beware...

Do You Smoke?
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GUYS! I haven't been watching Parenthood!!! GAAH! I need to do that today! *runs in circles like a mad woman*

Btw, anybody been watching PPL?

What do you think of the the whole teacher-student relationship with Aria and Mr. Fritz?
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 GUYS AGAIN! I'm in looooooove with the band Parachute! I'm so into Will Anderson:

Something about dark haired boys and light colored eyes sends shivers down my spine.  Hehe.

The songs I'm addicted to:
She (for Liz)

Something To Believe In

She Is Love

Donja see his hottness oozing out of these songs?

~Ally-Cat

Reply: About Foundation...

Hey there Jessica! I hope you don't mind this, but my reply would have been waaaay to long to answer in a comment box. (Please forgive me!) Here's my reply:

"hey, I have a question. (:



I have pretty good skin, so I don't really use foundation because I don't like the feel of it and I've heard that it sort of clogs up your pores. However, I think makeup (eye shadow, etc.) looks weird if someone isn't wearing foundation.
Is it true that foundation isn't good for your skin? And since I don't like foundation, do you think it's weird if I wear eyeshadow & eyeliner etc. without foundation? (Just trying to get opinions.)
Thanks!" ~Jessica
 
So when you say "pretty good skin" I'm going to assume you have combination skin--meaning dry in the winter and a bit oily in the summer?  Hmm, have you ever heard of tinted moisturizers? They're a moisturizer only they have pigment to it so not only is it hydrating your skin, but it's also giving you coverage.  (I've never tried them myself, so I don't know how well that'd turn out.  You may want to look into that.)
 
Basically, anything you put on your skin-whether it's concealer, foundation, whatever--it's going to either block or clog your pores.  There's really no way of getting around it.  So the answer to the foundation is yes it will clog your pores. (But don't be scared to wear any make-up.  If you wash your face and take care of it the right way, there really isn't anything to be worried about.)
 
Hmm, and the eye makeup.   I know a couple of girls who do the same thing as you.  I too, think it looks a little off. Anyways as for my opinion,  If it were me I would put a little bit of concealer or powder on, just to diminish the color of blemishes and such.  But that's just me.  I'd say do whatever you feel comfortable with.  I definitely wouldn't pack on the makeup if it feels uncomfortable to wear.  Plus, if your saying you have pretty good skin, I'd just keep doing what your doing. 
 
I hope that helped. 
 
Good luck, Jessica! Thanks for stepping up and asking questions.  I enjoyed answering them. Feel free to ask more anytime. :D
 
~Ally-Cat
 
P.S
If you're looking for something with light coverage but is light on your skin try Maybelline's Dream Mousse line.  I did some research and from what I hear it's very airy and does it's job well.  I don't know the retail; it varies in different places. Again, good luck!

The Basics: Prepping The Face + Make Up Primer

*I am not paid to mention any products in this post.  These are all my thoughts and opinions*
Before you put any type of make up on, you need to clean your face right.

The essentials:

1. Cleanser-washes away dirt and bacteria
2. Toner -drys the excess oil and clears out pores (what the cleanser didn't pick up); reduces redness
3. moisturizer- toners can dry out the skin, this helps from flaking and actually keeps your face from getting oily.

IMPORTANT: Always always always wash your make up off before going to bed.  At night, you pores tend to produce more oil than during the day.  With makeup in your pores and icky oil you are for sure going to get some major breakouts!

Tips:

• Wash your face ever day, twice a day.
• If you have acne prone skin try this technique: instead of washing your face twice a day, do it 3 times a day. You may think that's a bit obsessive, but it really does reduce the oil build up.  I recommend washing your face in the shower.  The hot water opens your pores, making it easier to get all the icky stuff out of your skin.  WARNING: this practice will dry your skin out.  Make sure you moisturize!
• Exfoliate once a week.  (if you have some pimples, don't exfoliate that week.)
• Do NOT pop your pimples.  I know it's really hard not to, but trust me you'll have less scarring! Let the pimple run its course.
• Severe acne? Time to see a dermatologist.  You'll probably have to go on prescription.
• Avoid touching your face. All the bacteria on your hands gets applied to your face when you touch it. xP
• Wash your make up brushes! Either everyday or every other day! These brushes also hold a lot of bacteria if left untreated.
• Don't know how to correctly clean your brushes? Click here!
• Eat healthy.  Junk food has a lot of grease.  This grease makes your body produce more oils, these oils are usually excreted...through your face.  Yuck!
• See a pimple starting? Put some acne cream on it after washing your face.  It should make it go away in the next 24 hours.
• Alternate cleansers.  Sometimes, your skin can get use to a product and so it won't react to it anymore.  Find one of your old cleansers and use that for a night or two, then go back to your usually cleanser.  Your skin will thank you.
• Don't use the same wash clothes.  Everyday you need to switch to a new one.  Using the same wash cloth means your reapplying the dirt and grim you removed from your face earlier. Again, you'd be allowing yourself to get more breakouts...

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Primer

Ahh, primer. The foundation for the foundation. But some of you might be asking, "What is primer?"
Primer is usually a serum or gel that you put on your face before you apply concealer or foundation. It's suppose to even out your skin by filling in enlarged pores and smooth out fine lines.
Now the next question, "Do I need it?"
Depends on your skin type. Anyone with combination or just oily skin, don't use primers. Why? Take a look at this diagram.

Primer can essentially clog your oily pores and cause you to get breakouts! Yikes! The reason that dry skinned people can use primer is that they don't tend to have oil backup in their pores, hence the dry skin.
People who are acne prone, also, should not use primers. (Ha, well isn't that obvious?!)
Need an alternative?
Always use moisturizer. Yes, that is what I call primers. It doesn't matter if you have oily skin or not--I know that lotions can make you more oily or breakout more but hear me out. For acne prone skin try using Olay's Combination/Oily lotion. It's light and won't clog pores. Though there is still the risk of getting a breakout, you may want to look into finding a moisturizer that is for acne prone skin.
For people with dry skin, I'd just look for a normal face moisturizer.

Have any more questions? You can contact me via formspring, email, or right here in the comments below!
 
GOOD LUCK!
 
~Ally-Cat