Comments on: BOOK REVIEW : DON’T GO TO THE COSMETICS COUNTER WITHOUT ME, PART 2

By: Christine Scaman

Christine Scaman — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:32:22 +0000

Hey, Kim,
High five to every word you said.
Though I don’t know Paula, I’m still very happy for her that her incredible passion and hard work have survived to finally be recognized as they deserve to be.
I also love that the size of her company makes it so much more flexible and able to listen to and respond to real women, in ways that the huge conglomerates never will.

By: Kim

Kim — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:48:45 +0000

I have been reading her books, newsletters and her new online website since at least 1990. I cannot tell you how much money, time, and effort she’s saved me with everything she knows. She’s liked matte, makeup and eye shadows forever and like you, I don’t. So what? I can read for myself and make a good decision on what I want based on her extensive knowledge that has grown over the years. She is always, always backing up her information with reliable, independent research and let’s you know who’s upfront with her about their products and who isn’t.

As far as her product line goes, I agree with you it was a natural evolution of her work. Nothing was out there that suited what she felt women needed, so she made it herself. Good for her – and if I remember correctly, my feeling is that it was also based on the overwhelming demand of women who were reading her books who wanted one place to buy the best possible products for themselves without all the hype, marketing and outright falsehoods that are so prevalent in the makeup industry.

I’ve loved what she’s done for the past 18 years and hope she’s around to give us many more of the same.

Thanks for the great website, I’ll be back to visit again soon!

By: Christine Scaman

Christine Scaman — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:05:04 +0000

You are so right, Jody.
I discovered Paula’s products 10 years ago. I do not believe there is a line out there that could make my skin look better. My children each have their own selection of products now. Think of how we’d look if we’d known then what we know now !
Love the comment about redoing your kitchen twice. The sad thing is, it’s not an exaggeration. That’s the kind of money we’re talking here. I’ve been there myself.

By: Jody Geller

Jody Geller — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:34:22 +0000

I have to tell all of you out there…PAULA KNOWS HER STUFF!! I have been battling the pre-menopausal skin (You know, red blotchy skin with the extra added pimple or 2 for fun that won’t go away! Especially when you have a big function or high school reunion and want to look your best!) for years. I have spent so much money on spas and facials I could have redone my kitchen twice. I discovered Paula’s web site and ordered according to her recommendations. My skin has NEVER looked this good. And I paid the same for the entire line as I would have for 1/2 a product before! And, it came right to my door! Yaaa
Take a look……..It’s worth your time!

By: Christine Scaman

Christine Scaman — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:45:14 +0000

Hi, Bryan,

I can tell you that you’ve certainly met (and continue to meet) your goals where this consumer, and many others I know, are concerned.
Your work has saved me more money than I can tell you and allowed me to shop with confidence.
You have my admiration for your dedication and for the quality of your (and Paula’s) work.

By: Bryan

Bryan — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 14:35:43 +0000

Thank you for the thoughtful, analytical, and personal review of this book! Between this title and assembling Beautypedia, Paula and her team spent over two years researching, compiling, and writing our findings. The goal is to help consumers make informed decisions, and we hope readers of the book and those who subscribe to Beautypedia will find that goal fulfilled.

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