I have acne rosacea, an inherited condition (my mother and my aunt have it much worse than me, though mine is kept in check with the Pill) which makes my nose, cheeks, forehead (especially between the eyebrows) and to a lesser extent, my chin, look horribly red, so I have to wear make-up to make me look human. Problem is, I have greasy skin, and don't wear primer or powder (I know I should, but I'm too poor/lazy to get any), it slides off by the end of the day. Also, my rosacea is flaring up at the moment, probably my dealing with horrible chemicals in my cleaning job, or the fact I am using rubbish soap which dries out my skin. Anyhow, my left cheek has the characteristic lumps on it, and looks hideous, but presentable with make-up on. I am still self-conscious.

I like Maybelline's Dream Matte Mousse in Ivory, the lightest shade, but was disappointed with their Superstay 16 Hour in the same shade. Whilst it did stay, it's too dark for my rather pale complexion. I suppose it will do for the summer, because luckily my face goes a bit browner then.

I hardly ever wear eye make-up (eyeliner and eyeshadow), but I've started wearing mascara quite regularly, because my boyfriend has nicer eyelashes than me!