So…what is the Monday Poll?
Excellent question! It isn’t, contrary to its name, an actual poll, like with little clicky buttons. It’s just a list of more or less random questions I’ve been posting on this blog every Monday morning for the past quadrillion years (since 2007).
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
Sequins because they’re not as heavy as rhinestones, so you can wear more of them. LOL!
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
Sure, why not? I would keep the rest of the makeup pretty minimal with contrasting textures to balance the formality of the matte lip. Sheer, slightly glowing base on skin, cream blush (I almost typed “cream cheese blush,” hahaha), maybe a swish of pearly highlighter and lots of mascara. Then, brows filled in with the lightest touch of pencil. Hmmm, maybe I’ll wear this look today!
3. How often do you wear wigs?
Rarely, although I do admire the ladies who have an extensive collection and can change their look at the drop of a hat!
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Alright if I have enough time. If I’m feeling rushed, forget about it. We’re doing a funbun or a low pony, 100%. If I have time to really work at it, then I can do more complicated things, like heat styling, braids, etc.
5. Black or white nail polish?
White opaque nail polish on short fingernails, please. It feels very fresh and summery!
6. Are bangs a good idea?
Depends. If your hair naturally wants to fall in a way that supports bangs, then go for it. If you have to fight your hair to get the bangs to look decent, then let it go. Yes, I learned this lesson the hard way.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
I wore them back in the day and LOVED them. They were fun and fabulous, and dare I say, low key tacky on me. I still rocked them, though! I probably wouldn’t do them at this stage in my hair life, since I’m stuck on having things look as natural as possible at the moment.
8. What’s for lunch today?
I’m not sure yet, but I’m thinking about a yummy tomato and cucumber salad with balsamic glaze dressing with some kind of protein from the Whole Foods deli. Maybe salmon or chicken? Sigh. I am forever looking for ways to sneak more protein into my meals. It’s a part-time job.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
This one’s hard. I think a sheer layer of powder is a good thing for setting strategically placed foundation and concealer because it does a better job of locking makeup down; however, I also think makeup setting sprays look more natural on skin than powder when it’s hot and sunny outside, since powder can be obvious in bright sunlight. If I had to pick just one, then makeup setting spray, I guess.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
P.S. Here are the questions to copy/paste with your answers in a comment. Talk to ya soon.
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
3. How often do you wear wigs?
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
5. Black or white nail polish?
6. Are bangs a good idea?
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
8. What’s for lunch today?
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
P.P.S. Good morning, friend. Happy Monday to you. A quick reminder just in case you need it: even the seemingly smallest victories are still victories. Keep chugging along! You’ve got this! 🤗
I really needed this poll today, so Thank you.
1.Sequins or rhinestones? Not much of either, I prefer plain.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? I don’t wear matte of any shade of lip color. I do wear a satin lip. I have Dior 999 in Satin.
3. How often do you wear wigs? Never
4. How are your hairstyling skills? meh
5. Black or white nail polish? neither
6. Are bangs a good idea? I think when you are younger. Older women should avoid them.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? Don’t know what that is.
8. What’s for lunch today? Cold BBQ chicken thigh and cole slaw (leftovers from last evening’s dinner).
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? Setting spray.
Thank you again and be well.
Satins are lovely, and Dior always has some elegant colors and finishes. Have a good one, Jane!
1. Sequins or rhinestones? Both, but sequins do weigh less than rhinestones.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? No, I like peachy, rosy lipsticks in the summer. I save the red for winter holidays.
3. How often do you wear wigs? Last wig I wore was Halloween 1988. Haha. And the guy I was seeing, ghosted me after he saw me dressed up. Through his friend I heard that he thought dressing up for Halloween was immature.
4. How are your hairstyling skills? Nonexistent
5. Black or white nail polish? Black!
6. Are bangs a good idea? On other people, yes.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? Nope
8. What’s for lunch today? Leftover salmon and edamame.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? Powder, I don’t like spraying things on my face.
Progress no matter how small is still progress.
Yes re: progress. I’m making it a point to celebrate the seemingly small movements forward. They are worthy of acknowledgement!
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
I love both.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
Sure, it’s an all-season winner.
3. How often do you wear wigs?
Never, way too hot.
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Very rudimentary. I’m incredibly impatient and cannot be bothered to do more than put in product and air dry. I love the look of braids and such, but it’s just not a skill I have.
5. Black or white nail polish?
Black, preferably with a bit of sparkle or shimmer.
6. Are bangs a good idea?
For me, yes. I’ve had short bangs on and off for years.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
I’ve never had them, not really a look I like.
8. What’s for lunch today?
I marinated some scarlet runner beans yesterday, so I’ll make a simple salad with those and cuke, heirloom tomatoes, goat feta, and basil.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
I don’t use either, but I’d probably choose the spray as it’s lighter.
I just looked up scarlet runner beans (never heard of ’em) and they look delicious. I’m a little jealous of your lunch!
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
Sequins, especially on New Year’s Eve party dresses!
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
Nope but it would be fun to rock it on the 4th!
3. How often do you wear wigs?
Maybe once or twice on Halloween.
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Not great.
5. Black or white nail polish?
White. It seems to be having a moment right now.
6. Are bangs a good idea?
I like to have something on my forehead because I have more of a fivehead!
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
A little dated.
8. What’s for lunch today?
Avocado toast salad kit from Target with smoked salmon.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
Powder. Sometimes both.
I love those Nespresso mugs! I absolutely do not need any more mugs though! What brew is in your cup?
Speaking of protein, have you tried any of those greek yogurts that have pumped up protein? Those are a great snack and an easy way to sneak in some meatless protein!
Aren’t the mugs the cutest? They were a gift from a friend. The brew is the Caramel Cookie with whole milk from the foamer. Sooooo good. I might have to have a second cup, haha.
So, I haven’t had any greek yogurts with extra protein but they sound great. What is the brand? I’m constantly looking for non-meat options.
There’s one at Target called Ratio, and I think Chobani has some!
1. Sequins or rhinestones? sequins
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? yes . its cute all year already
3. How often do you wear wigs? never .
4. How are your hairstyling skills? bad , maybe i need to wear wigs now that you asked.
5. Black or white nail polish? white on hands, black on feet.
6. Are bangs a good idea? the side bangs yes, but it also depends on your face
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? all i can see in my head is kate plus 8
8. What’s for lunch today? a roast beef sandwich with tomatoes and onions
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? both . you need both
Happy Monday!
1. Sequins or rhinestones? Oh, boy. Tough decision. I’m going to go with rhinestones, but only so I can sing the Neil Diamond song. HAHA!
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? No, and we can just delete “usually” and “during the summer”. 🙂
3. How often do you wear wigs? Never, and I think I’d struggle. I feel itchy just thinking about it, though it would be awesome to instantly change my hair, as you say. But, I can’t even wear a ball cap for more than a couple of hours, so having a wig on all day would be a real challenge.
4. How are your hairstyling skills? Decent for everyday styling/heat appliances. But I’ve never been too shiny with braids and accessories.
5. Black or white nail polish? Tough again. It’s hard for me to choose anything else when black is an option. But, since it’s summer and it would be less obvious, this time I’ll go with white.
6. Are bangs a good idea? Not for me, unless they are below my nose and swept to the side. You have to have the right face for bangs, and I don’t!
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? Young, fun and summery. I’ve never had them since I’ve always preferred more natural looks, but I haven’t even done subtle highlights for years. Too much upkeep with all my grays. 🙂
8. What’s for lunch today? The usual. Salad. Though today it was romaine with some sliced pepperoni, shredded mozz and ranch dressing. So, really more “cold pizza with some lettuce on it”.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? I think I’d honestly just rather have it melt off, or not wear it at all (and just opt for sunscreen). Powder feels heavy and pore-clogging, and setting spray is even worse for me. I’ve never tried one that didn’t feel sticky and gross on my face. 🙁
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
Sequins
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
I don’t reach for red in the summer (just nails) as I find a bright pink is better on my summer complexion. When I’m pale and it’s fall/winter, then I prefer red.
3. How often do you wear wigs?
Never, I don’t think I’ve ever worn one for a Halloween costume…
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Pretty poor. My hair doesn’t hold anything unless it’s been dyed or otherwise dried out a bit. I just do ponytails and hair clips.
5. Black or white nail polish?
Neither are my ham but I guess I’d chose a shiny black on short, square nails.
6. Are bangs a good idea?
They look nice on me but then I’d have to wash my hair daily, maybe even have to wash my bangs halfway through the day. My skin is too oily for them.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
No thanks, ha hA
8. What’s for lunch today?
Leftover chilli and toasted buns with butter
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
Powder is the only thing that works. I’ve tried setting sprays and I don’t notice any difference.
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
Sequins. My youngest niece is obsessed with the reversible ones, lol.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
Sure! My newest love is Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution in Walk of No Shame. It says ‘berry rose’, but reads a fantastic blue-red on me.
3. How often do you wear wigs?
Never. I leave them to my bestie.
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Not great.
5. Black or white nail polish?
Black.
6. Are bangs a good idea?
Definitely not for me.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
I haven’t seen many people who can carry that look off.
8. What’s for lunch today?
A quick, takeout hamburger.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
During these ruthless Florida summers, both are a must. A light layer of loose powder, fully buffed out, to set my foundation; then a couple of hearty sprays with Charlotte Tilbury’s Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Spray or UD All Nighter to finish the whole look.
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
Sequins.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
Not really. I typically wear lighter or more sheer lip colors in summer.
3. How often do you wear wigs?
It’s not something I’ve ever tried.
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Meh. I can run a brush through my hair and stick it up in a ponytail. That’s about it.
5. Black or white nail polish?
Black all the way!
6. Are bangs a good idea?
A resounding YES!
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
They seem kind of played out.
8. What’s for lunch today?
A slice of pizza and some mango slices.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
Powder. Setting spray sits unused. Something about spraying my face makes me nervous.
1. Sequins or rhinestones? I have some beautiful antique rhinestone pieces that are about 250 years old and I adore them. Sequins are pretty and fun but they remind me of the Halloween costumes my grandmother used to make for me.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? I never wear matte lipstick period.
3. How often do you wear wigs? Never.
4. How are your hairstyling skills? So-so. I’m an old hippy at heart and tend to wear my hair down and unadorned most of the time. I can manage some pretty chignons when the mood or occasion for something chic strikes.
5. Black or white nail polish? White. I believe it was in the sixties that Revlon had a warm white called Bamboo White. It had a subtle pearl to it and looked gorgeous with all the warm and vibrant summer colors.
6. Are bangs a good idea? I;be worn bangs all my life so, yeah, bangs are an excellent idea 😃
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? I’ve seen good and bad ones.
8. What’s for lunch today? I had a piece of baguette cut horizontally. I topped it with sliced fresh tomato, fresh julienned basil, and a sprinkling of mozzarella; then ran it under the broiler to melt the cheese. I had iced tea to drink.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? I use a very finely milled finishing powder year round.
1. Sequins or rhinestones? Sequins!
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? Yes, with fresh skin, some blush, mascara, and lightly filled in brows. Love that look!
3. How often do you wear wigs? Never. I’ve never worn one. They aren’t for me.
4. How are your hairstyling skills? My hair is big and curly and wild, it doesn’t need styling.
5. Black or white nail polish? I love both. So much. I can not choose.
6. Are bangs a good idea? Sure, if you have the right hair for it. If not, don’t do it.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? They were cool in the 90’s.
8. What’s for lunch today? I had soup and toast, it’s 62 degrees in Michigan today.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? Spray. I think it looks more natural.
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
Both, but typically rhinestone as my hair doesn’t get stuck in them.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
No. I switch to pinks actually.
3. How often do you wear wigs?
Not often. My wig comes out when I’m having a bad flare and I have lost a lot of hair.
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Eh.
5. Black or white nail polish?
Black, because white stains way too easily.
6. Are bangs a good idea?
If you are up to the maintenance, they can really frame your face.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
Nooooooooooo.
8. What’s for lunch today?
I had mac & cheese.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
Yea, I don’t set my makeup unless it’s some glitzy or elegant affair. I just don’t have that energy.
1. Sequins or rhinestones? I like both, but depends on what they are on and how they are worn.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? Love any kind and color of lipstick. Red looks great with bronzed skin in Summer.
3. How often do you wear wigs? Never
4. How are your hairstyling skills? Awful. Wish I was better at it.
5. Black or white nail polish? Would wear both
6. Are bangs a good idea? If you can carry bangs on your face shape. I look ok wiht half bang but not full.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? I like the thinner highlights.
8. What’s for lunch today? A hand full of nuts and a bottle of water.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? Setting spray! My skin is dry so it provides more moisture.
1. Sequins or rhinestones?
I prefer rhinestones, but they tend to fall off so quickly, so usually it is sequins (if it isn’t plain).
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer?
No. I don’t ever wear matte lips any time of the year.
3. How often do you wear wigs?
I think I did once, but that was years ago.
4. How are your hairstyling skills?
Acceptable. I learned to do a Dutch braid, that increased the amount of hair styles I can do quite a bit.
5. Black or white nail polish?
Neither, both look weird on me.
6. Are bangs a good idea?
Depends on the person. I had bangs and liked them.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights?
Absolutely not.
8. What’s for lunch today?
I have no clue. I’ll wing it as per usual.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder?
I am a powder girl, I rarely use setting spray.
1. Sequins or rhinestones? Probably sequins and only in small amounts.
2. Do you usually wear matte red lipstick during the summer? No chance.
3. How often do you wear wigs? Never. Not totally sure I could even if I wanted to. I have A LOT of hair.
4. How are your hairstyling skills? For curly hair, pretty good, but otherwise not great.
5. Black or white nail polish? Either is good. I would probably go with black.
6. Are bangs a good idea? Not for me (cowlick in the front, curly hair that behaves strangely when short). Love them on other people though.
7. Your thoughts on chunky highlights? Not my thing.
8. What’s for lunch today? I had a seafood salad sub with provolone, onion, and lettuce and some cheddar horseradish chips.
9. Which would you rather set your summer makeup with: makeup setting spray or powder? Probably a spray.