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Marina Starr
04-28-2022, 06:50 PM
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Chanel #5 is what I call an everything but the kitchen sink type fragrance, it's an acquired taste. The original Dolce & Gabana signature scent from the 90's is like that for me. Lately I've been wanting fruitier type scents, in particular a deep syrupy blackberry. Something almost like a Bath & Bodyworks type scent but better performance. I'm thinking about Signorina Misteriosa from Ferragamo. If y'all have any other suggestions please share. 😊
xxxGothBarbie
04-29-2022, 06:02 AM
I thought they started giving out samples again now that we're "out" of the pandemic? Maybe it varies by location. I love Sephora but I just can't seem to shop for just one thing.
I could easily spend a couple hundreds so I try to avoid it as best I can :)
Not in the NYC area bc everytime I go into Sephora they tell me they stopped perfume samples bc of the pandemic. I don't spend money in there bc it's overpriced imo. I get EVERYTHING (makeup, skincare) in samples & since they city has tons of Sephora stores I go to multiple ones and stock up on the same samples LOL I basically get high end products for free. Most of the time the samples last me a couple months. Been doing it for years & have saved so much $$$
A good tip is to just buy sample perfumes of your fave brand/scent on ebay for a few bucks. I refuse to pay full price for anything.
PhatGirlDynomite!!!
04-29-2022, 09:02 AM
They didn't give out samples at the Sephora's I've shipped at in South Florida or the DMV. Both times they said it was because of the pandemic but since everything has opened back up I suspect it's to cut down cost and to stop people from abusing the service. Saying it's because of covid doesn't make much sense to me unless they're creating the samples from open products.
xxxGothBarbie
04-29-2022, 09:29 AM
They didn't give out samples at the Sephora's I've shipped at in South Florida or the DMV. Both times they said it was because of the pandemic but since everything has opened back up I suspect it's to cut down cost and to stop people from abusing the service. Saying it's because of covid doesn't make much sense to me unless they're creating the samples from open products.
Depends on who is working & at which stores from my experience lately. Like last week I went into a Macy's here and walked out with 2 Anastasia concealers that were pretty decent sized. Other times when they try to say (it has to be from a pump only product) when I do ask different sales people and get one that will actually bend the rules or just didn't know. They need to just give them out freely again bc there are products I am iffy about due to my sensitive skin.
Erika_Xstacy
04-29-2022, 12:53 PM
Depends on who is working & at which stores from my experience lately. Like last week I went into a Macy's here and walked out with 2 Anastasia concealers that were pretty decent sized. Other times when they try to say (it has to be from a pump only product) when I do ask different sales people and get one that will actually bend the rules or just didn't know. They need to just give them out freely again bc there are products I am iffy about due to my sensitive skin.
Makeup counters definitely do it in big stores. usually they will have little plastic containers to put them in.
I am funny about moisturizers and foundations bc i have oily skin and heavy pores and if its brand im not familiar with the makeup counter will give me samples.
I wonder if it makes a difference when i take in a bag of makeup to say what i like from each one.
The only time I was denied was when they had super low stock which is understandable and that might be the case now.
ulta and sephora give me samples but that's when they had samples on the shelf for anyone to try. if there are samples on the shelf to test they should be able to pump a few squirts w/out a problem.
xxxGothBarbie
04-29-2022, 02:41 PM
Makeup counters definitely do it in big stores. usually they will have little plastic containers to put them in.
I am funny about moisturizers and foundations bc i have oily skin and heavy pores and if its brand im not familiar with the makeup counter will give me samples.
I wonder if it makes a difference when i take in a bag of makeup to say what i like from each one.
The only time I was denied was when they had super low stock which is understandable and that might be the case now.
ulta and sephora give me samples but that's when they had samples on the shelf for anyone to try. if there are samples on the shelf to test they should be able to pump a few squirts w/out a problem.
Ulta always refuses samples to me for some reason :(
Sephora is my go to. I do love their foundation powder brand, it usually lasts me 3 months if I'm careful.
Marina Starr
04-29-2022, 06:54 PM
In case anyone doesn't know, you can return used makeup at Sephora simply because you don't like them. That does not mean you used half a bottle of foundation and try to return it, lmao!
I find it hard to understand why they still aren't giving out samples. I don't ever see them cross contaminate when giving samples. I will have to verify next time at my Sephora.
Erika_Xstacy
04-29-2022, 08:53 PM
In case anyone doesn't know, you can return used makeup at Sephora simply because you don't like them. That does not mean you used half a bottle of foundation and try to return it, lmao!
I find it hard to understand why they still aren't giving out samples. I don't ever see them cross contaminate when giving samples. I will have to verify next time at my Sephora.
add every walmart, target, drug store and tjmaxx :) w receipts
~Carmen~
04-29-2022, 09:51 PM
I'm going to get the shingles vaccine on Monday. After hearing about how bad shingles are, it's definitely worth the $180 at Costco. (If you have prescription coverage it's usually less). You need a second shot in 2 to 6 months.
Erika_Xstacy
04-30-2022, 12:00 AM
I'm going to get the shingles vaccine on Monday. After hearing about how bad shingles are, it's definitely worth the $180 at Costco. (If you have prescription coverage it's usually less). You need a second shot in 2 to 6 months.
Please do
My 2nd case of shingles was the worse.
I was given a medicine to calm down the shingles but the nerve damage never went away
Im a rare case so to speak bc of the length of paralysis
I have been to 4 doctors
I have seen two neurologists
none of them are helpful bc its nerve damage
~Carmen~
04-30-2022, 12:48 PM
Please do
My 2nd case of shingles was the worse.
I was given a medicine to calm down the shingles but the nerve damage never went away
Im a rare case so to speak bc of the length of paralysis
I have been to 4 doctors
I have seen two neurologists
none of them are helpful bc its nerve damage
Omg Erika, I never knew there could be permanent nerve damage or that you could get shingles twice. I'm sorry that happened to you.
naughtybabe1
04-30-2022, 01:21 PM
Please do
My 2nd case of shingles was the worse.
I was given a medicine to calm down the shingles but the nerve damage never went away
Im a rare case so to speak bc of the length of paralysis
I have been to 4 doctors
I have seen two neurologists
none of them are helpful bc its nerve damage
YES! I HAVE TO DO THIS ASAP TOO! I'm 50 and have had chicken pox so I'm a target. I plan on getting it in my yearly physical this month. Great reminder ladies!! thanks
~Carmen~
05-02-2022, 07:19 PM
YES! I HAVE TO DO THIS ASAP TOO! I'm 50 and have had chicken pox so I'm a target. I plan on getting it in my yearly physical this month. Great reminder ladies!! thanks
Yay!! I'm glad we inspired you. I got mine today. So far just a sore arm and some fatigue. The pharmacist said the side effects are not nearly as bad as the Covid vaccine.
He said to come back for the second shot in 4 months.
Erika_Xstacy
05-03-2022, 10:26 AM
^^ I am anemic. thats why. I have to keep my body mind and soul healthy 24/7.
its a battle and triggers things I wish it didn't trigger. sometimes end up in the hospital
Im pretty sure non anemic ppl get shingles more than once.
the birthday party was a hit. She was shocked to see me. I haven't seen her in a few years, we facetime, we talk. I haven't physically seen her since 2015.
she loves the perfumes and i ended up at pandora buying charms and got a free bracelet.
i didn't catch the deal at pandora like i should have.
if you spend 150 you get a free bracelet. I spent almost 400. if i would've broke that up in two transactions could've had two bracelets. one for her, one for me. lol
Erika_Xstacy
05-03-2022, 08:32 PM
gastric bypass... i am going to try again in June and see if im rejected, again.
I have solid fitness fitness tracking for the past year.
I will give myself until july to get down to 170 from 200 but thats 30lbs in 2 months and im not sure if that's healthy or even doable. Ive been pushing myself everyday really hard since warm weather started and im starting to see it.
I have lost a lot slower than the normal person but I also do things 10 times slower. I feel like a sloth moving compared to others lol
https://tenor.com/view/sloth-zootopia-slow-tag-stamp-gif-5368335
PhatGirlDynomite!!!
05-04-2022, 08:33 AM
gastric bypass... i am going to try again in June and see if im rejected, again.
I have solid fitness fitness tracking for the past year.
I will give myself until july to get down to 170 from 200 but thats 30lbs in 2 months and im not sure if that's healthy or even doable. Ive been pushing myself everyday really hard since warm weather started and im starting to see it.
I have lost a lot slower than the normal person but I also do things 10 times slower. I feel like a sloth moving compared to others lol
https://tenor.com/view/sloth-zootopia-slow-tag-stamp-gif-5368335
Erika if you like, you can reach out to me and we can talk about surgery. I'm not trying to come across as a superior authority on the subject, however I've done the research and I truly believe that you don't need to go to those extremes. I completed a weight loss program a few months ago with the contingency of approval and I was in fact approved, but decided it wasn't for me. I think it's a viable option for some that may weigh far more than yourself. I sat through those classes thinking y'all got me fukd up if you think I'm gonna risk hair loss, acne, skin folds, ulcers and not being able to fully enjoy my meals. The only reason I completed the program was because I had already paid my little copay and I hate wasteing money. Plus it was a reminder to do what I already knew what I should have been doing the entire time. That surgery can do a number on your body.
PhatGirlDynomite!!!
05-04-2022, 08:44 AM
I truly hate when people say things like "You're spoiling them." Whether it pertains to children or animals I'm like, "Noooo they're not spoiled. They are pampered. They are loved and supported. Now mind ya business!"
While I appreciate the teachings my parents gave to me, lots of it was rooted in tough love and disassembled our confidence. It's so weird when people want others to suffer and go through the ringer just because they did? Yes, this post is mostly about student loans, credit forgiveness and housing.
PhatGirlDynomite!!!
05-06-2022, 11:17 AM
We should all strive to live a life where people won't post these meme in your hour of death:
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Marina Starr
05-08-2022, 10:45 AM
Happy Mother's to all the Mothers out there. I hope you feel loved and appreciated. There's no deeper love than a mother's love.
wonderland1
05-08-2022, 12:02 PM
Thank you Marina Starr- Speaking of Mother's Day- . I tried to search the forum for this topic but didn't come up with much. I can re-post this question in a new thread, if that helps---------Can I ask everyone if their adult kids know they cam? And how did that go over? I have 3 grown sons and am nervous for them to find out
Happy Mothers Day to all.
Marina Starr
05-08-2022, 12:12 PM
This would would be a good thread for you:
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?233192-Do-your-kids-know-what-you-do
Thank you Marina Starr- Speaking of Mother's Day- . I tried to search the forum for this topic but didn't come up with much. I can re-post this question in a new thread, if that helps---------Can I ask everyone if their adult kids know they cam? And how did that go over? I have 3 grown sons and am nervous for them to find out
Happy Mothers Day to all.
wonderland1
05-08-2022, 12:20 PM
^ Prefect! Thanks xo
~Carmen~
05-08-2022, 07:57 PM
Happy Mother's to all the Mothers out there. I hope you feel loved and appreciated. There's no deeper love than a mother's love.
Thanks sis! I am beyond blessed with my children. My daughter bought me a Door Dash gift card, even though I insisted she not get me anything. My son sent me something but it hasn't arrived yet. Most likely another Olive Garden gift card. lol
Marina Starr
05-11-2022, 05:03 PM
I know some hoes love Logitech C615. It was on sale at Best Buy for like $29.99 plus taxes so I wanted to give it another chance. I fucking hated it so it will go back!
~Carmen~
05-12-2022, 08:33 PM
I know some hoes love Logitech C615. It was on sale at Best Buy for like $29.99 plus taxes so I wanted to give it another chance. I fucking hated it so it will go back!
I have returned so many webcams.
I ordered the Brio. I'm going to give in another chance. My new place has better internet so we'll see.
Erika_Xstacy
05-13-2022, 01:15 AM
yesterday i was yelled bc a old man assumed my dog was pooping in his yard. so mean. I was like my dog is not pooping lol and we went back and forth pooping not pooping.
his old grumpy ass. The only reason I was in his yard walking the curb bc of construction crews and road traffic plus a lady and her dog. I told him he was mean and hurt my feelings.
I was shocked the door opened, i heard it creak and saw a head pop out yelling. I as like hold up lol who are you? its that same mean old ass man that lived here forever.
I was told he died and melted into the ground blah blah. I haven't seen this man the two years I have been back lol so melted it is and i wouldn't walk in front of his house.
My other neighbor had told me he was so mean that he died alone from natural causes and the hazmat people fumigated the whole house. it was really sad loololol
lol i don't ask questions if he died im so sorry and im not questioning it
i always thought my neighbor was genuinely nice and smiled a lot. for a year he's been watching me cross the street and back over avoiding the haunted house. Im sure that smile his sarcastic laugh lol
Marina Starr
05-13-2022, 12:08 PM
This has nothing to do with internet. It was the color of video I hate.
I have returned so many webcams.
I ordered the Brio. I'm going to give in another chance. My new place has better internet so we'll see.
~Carmen~
05-13-2022, 12:53 PM
This has nothing to do with internet. It was the color of video I hate.
I know what you mean. I have tried many cams with weird colors. Trying to adjust makes it worse. lol
My old place's internet was too slow to run 4K. Even if that doesn't work, my streams look much better since using OBS again.
Erika_Xstacy
05-13-2022, 01:58 PM
Im going to try obs again on sm.
how do ppl apply filters and stuff? like a tip menu etc.
i need a obs for dummies
Sugarsteepdoll
05-13-2022, 02:11 PM
Im going to try obs again on sm.
how do ppl apply filters and stuff? like a tip menu etc.
i need a obs for dummies
I could never figure out OBS, my add mind does not allow me to understand things like this.
I paid for manycam studio, much easier to use in my opinion but also not free for certain add ons.
~Carmen~
05-13-2022, 02:28 PM
Im going to try obs again on sm.
how do ppl apply filters and stuff? like a tip menu etc.
i need a obs for dummies
I have not tried filters or tip menus yet, but I did add a lovense theme and tip animation. It was trial and error and pretty frustrating but I finally did it. I'm not even sure if I could do it again. lol
You can get them on the lovense extension (of the lovense browser). Lots of pretty styles.
Have you seen this on SM? I'm using it on StripChat. I'm not sure if the themes are compatible with SM yet. SM is on the drop down list on the extension but it's greyed out.
I'm also using Logicapture with OBS.
Erika_Xstacy
05-13-2022, 03:08 PM
I could never figure out OBS, my add mind does not allow me to understand things like this.
I paid for manycam studio, much easier to use in my opinion but also not free for certain add ons.
What i hate abt add is yes I take meds but that dont help shit. it just makes me functional but not a miracle. I have zero tech skills but i try, that i will say
i haven't tried manycam studio but i have tried snapcam and cyberlink but ran my pc high.
I have not tried filters or tip menus yet, but I did add a lovense theme and tip animation. It was trial and error and pretty frustrating but I finally did it. I'm not even sure if I could do it again. lol
You can get them on the lovense extension (of the lovense browser). Lots of pretty styles.
Have you seen this on SM? I'm using it on StripChat. I'm not sure if the themes are compatible with SM yet. SM is on the drop down list on the extension but it's greyed out.
I'm also using Logicapture with OBS.
last time i tried that sm didn't even have a grey box and it was in 2017 when i tried it. so 5 years later lol I wouldn't doubt they got added and not shocked sm is cock blocking lol :P
~Carmen~
05-13-2022, 03:56 PM
My granddaughter is graduating tonight. I can't believe it. Time goes so fast.
Marina Starr
05-13-2022, 05:14 PM
Congrats to her! It's been over 20 years since I graduated high school. Time flies!
My granddaughter is graduating tonight. I can't believe it. Time goes so fast.
~Carmen~
05-13-2022, 08:54 PM
Congrats to her! It's been over 20 years since I graduated high school. Time flies!
Thank you! She got a 2 year scholarship so I'm very proud.
I don't want to count the years since my graduation. lol
Erika_Xstacy
05-13-2022, 09:01 PM
Thank you! She got a 2 year scholarship so I'm very proud.
I don't want to count the years since my graduation. lol
Congratulations! :D
scholarships are awesome and hard work
Erika_Xstacy
05-13-2022, 09:03 PM
i figured out obs and inserting things
ill do a lil more simple things and see how far i can go
~Carmen~
05-13-2022, 10:07 PM
i figured out obs and inserting things
ill do a lil more simple things and see how far i can go
Thank you Erika! I am super proud of her.
Cheers::cheers: to you for figuring out inserting things in OBS!
Erika_Xstacy
05-13-2022, 10:42 PM
used canva to make a template.
use obs virtual camera
what fucked me up is seeing the sources and its empty.. i would just say fuck it and not go past that lmao i dont know what a source is
add the source as a video or photo. sheesh lol thats all.
if anyone needs the obs for dummies lol come to me :P
~Carmen~
05-14-2022, 12:10 AM
used canva to make a template.
use obs virtual camera
what fucked me up is seeing the sources and its empty.. i would just say fuck it and not go past that lmao i dont know what a source is
add the source as a video or photo. sheesh lol thats all.
if anyone needs the obs for dummies lol come to me :P
Haha same! I'm kind of scared to try anything else at this point in case I mess up what I've already done. lol
Thanks Erika :)
~Carmen~
05-14-2022, 02:33 PM
My new brio has a greenish tint. Does anyone know if there is a fix for this? I tried adjusting white balance and color. Increasing the color made me look red.
Marina Starr
05-14-2022, 04:15 PM
Lighting is always a struggle. Maybe put a warm light to neutralize the green?
I had no idea you can still use OBS with SM. Returned C615 today and got a new microwave.
My new brio has a greenish tint. Does anyone know if there is a fix for this? I tried adjusting white balance and color. Increasing the color made me look red.
~Carmen~
05-14-2022, 04:43 PM
Lighting is always a struggle. Maybe put a warm light to neutralize the green?
I had no idea you can still use OBS with SM. Returned C615 today and got a new microwave.
Thanks for the suggestion sis. I will try a warm light. Maybe I will look like an oompa loompa LOL. You are an expert on color mixing.
You can still use OBS with SM but I think it affects placement.
Congrats on your new microwave!
Cutie101
05-14-2022, 05:13 PM
My new brio has a greenish tint. Does anyone know if there is a fix for this? I tried adjusting white balance and color. Increasing the color made me look red.
You might have a too colored room, or your outfit might be too colored. For example, if I wear a black dress and I turn my cam towards the dark wall, I become yellow. Try to experiment with colors, try diferent outfits, if your background is too dark, try to wear lighter outfits. Also, do you have umbrellas? I use umbrellas with white lights and they seem to be the best combo for Brio...
~Carmen~
05-14-2022, 05:47 PM
You might have a too colored room, or your outfit might be too colored. For example, if I wear a black dress and I turn my cam towards the dark wall, I become yellow. Try to experiment with colors, try diferent outfits, if your background is too dark, try to wear lighter outfits. Also, do you have umbrellas? I use umbrellas with white lights and they seem to be the best combo for Brio...
I found a fix. After some googling, I read that uninstalling the drivers, then re-start your computer. This works! No green tint and the picture is very clear.
I use a soft box but I have been considering an umbrella. My walls are a beige color. I know what you mean about wearing certain colors. I have had different outfits mess with my stream. Sparkly stuff really messes it up.
Thank you for the suggestions!
Would you mind telling me which umbrella lights you use? How about these?
https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Photography-Umbrella-Lighting-AGG1754/dp/B0161NTR9O/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2X54L0BN2BQ3X&keywords=umbrella+lights+for+streaming&qid=1652575680&sprefix=umbrella+lights+for+streaming%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-3
Cutie101
05-14-2022, 05:49 PM
I found a fix. After some googling, I read that uninstalling the drivers, then re-start your computer. This works! No green tint and the picture is very clear.
I use a soft box but I have been considering an umbrella. My walls are a beige color. I know what you mean I have had different outfits mess with my stream. Sparkly stuff really messes it up.
Thank you for the suggestions!
Umbrellas are better than soft boxes, because they diffuse the light better and it won't look harsh. I reccomend you buying 2 umbrellas and place them left and right, if you can. You will look flawless!
~Carmen~
05-14-2022, 06:12 PM
Umbrellas are better than soft boxes, because they diffuse the light better and it won't look harsh. I reccomend you buying 2 umbrellas and place them left and right, if you can. You will look flawless!
I will do that! Thanks so much!!
~Carmen~
05-15-2022, 03:10 AM
My stream looked pretty bad tonight. I want to love the Brio. I'll let you know how it goes with the umbrella lights :).
Marina Starr
05-15-2022, 04:23 AM
What is it with the obsession with brio cam that so many hoes have?!
I also got FULL scholarship to Hoe University and graduated with honors, top of my class!
My stream looked pretty bad tonight. I want to love the Brio. I'll let you know how it goes with the umbrella lights :).
~Carmen~
05-15-2022, 04:53 AM
What is it with the obsession with brio cam that so many hoes have?!
I also got FULL scholarship to Hoe University and graduated with honors, top of my class!
I don't know. I have tried Brio 3 times. LOL
You got FULL scholorship without the Brio? LOL