Where can I get a makeover/great cosmetics?

It's unfortunate that you too have had what I call the "Make-Up Counter Catastrophe" I've been there not once but more times then I can remember all in different areas of the US and department stores. I don't know what it is but is really selling make-up that lucrative of a profession to think that you are better then those trying to buy the make-up from you? I always remember what my first boss told me, "Don't sh*t on the table where you eat." Everybody is the same. So, to offer my advice check your local area for a Meryl Norman Salon. They do have good quality make-up and someone who will be more then willing to show you some pointers. Otherwise try MaryKay. That is if you want to avoid the whole department store fiasco's if not I would recommend either Lancome or Clinique both of which are very good product lines. I use them both. It all depends upon what is being offered for the gift with purchase. A lot of times at Lancome if you make a minimun purchace of 30.00 you get what they call a gift with purchase. I never buy mascara or eyeliner or makeup remover or lipstick unless it is a color I absolutely have to have. Once again Make-up counter horror is out there you just have to rememeber you are the one lining their pockets and they are there to serve you.

Check out your local Laura Mercier Makeup counter. I don't know if all their makeup artists are the same, but my sister had her makeup done at their counter, and not only are their products great, but she looked absolutly beautiful.