Favorite tinted balm discontinued -- suggestions?
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Favorite tinted balm discontinued -- suggestions?
I finally found a tinted face balm that works for me -- it is barely there in terms of color, moisturizing (you would think they would all be, but, alas), does not emphasize pores and lines, and comes in a color light and cool enough to suit my skin tone (in this case, Alabaster is the name). It also stays true all day -- no oxidizing. Perfect for no make-up make-up days. Because it's a balm, it's great for travel (no tendency to spill, and the 1 oz. size is perfect for 311 bag). The product? Bobbi Brown's Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm. Of course, like so many great Bobbi Brown products lately, it appears it is being quietly discontinued. I have managed to snag two jars from one department store, and (maybe) two more from Lord and Taylor online.
So, ladies, once I run out of this perfect product (sob) in about (I estimate) a year and a half, two years, do you have any recommendations for me? Anything I should be looking at that would have the same my skin but better effect?
So, ladies, once I run out of this perfect product (sob) in about (I estimate) a year and a half, two years, do you have any recommendations for me? Anything I should be looking at that would have the same my skin but better effect?
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I finally found a tinted face balm that works for me -- it is barely there in terms of color, moisturizing (you would think they would all be, but, alas), does not emphasize pores and lines, and comes in a color light and cool enough to suit my skin tone (in this case, Alabaster is the name). It also stays true all day -- no oxidizing. Perfect for no make-up make-up days. Because it's a balm, it's great for travel (no tendency to spill, and the 1 oz. size is perfect for 311 bag). The product? Bobbi Brown's Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm. Of course, like so many great Bobbi Brown products lately, it appears it is being quietly discontinued. I have managed to snag two jars from one department store, and (maybe) two more from Lord and Taylor online.
So, ladies, once I run out of this perfect product (sob) in about (I estimate) a year and a half, two years, do you have any recommendations for me? Anything I should be looking at that would have the same my skin but better effect?
So, ladies, once I run out of this perfect product (sob) in about (I estimate) a year and a half, two years, do you have any recommendations for me? Anything I should be looking at that would have the same my skin but better effect?
https://www.sephora.com/product/tinted-face-oil-P441884
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I think this will make you happy. I love this product
https://www.sephora.com/product/tinted-face-oil-P441884
https://www.sephora.com/product/tinted-face-oil-P441884
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If I hit the outlets in the next few days, I'll check for the face balm in the Estee Lauder store. I believe they often carry discontinued items.
If they have some, how many do you want?
If they have some, how many do you want?
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OMG, Mary! If they have the Alabaster color, I'll take three!!!! Thank you so much!!!!!!
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Estee Lauder has a program where they search for regular product line ( Bobbi Brown brand participates) discontinued within 36 months. Gone But Not Forgotten program. You can order up to 6 of the item, plus something like $5 shipping. You give them all your info, CC# and if they have it, they will send it to you. You had to call a 800 number, no website. I used this service about two years ago when they discontinued a MAC lipstick I really liked.
800- 216-7173 or To initiate a search for a product no longer available, please email [email protected]
800- 216-7173 or To initiate a search for a product no longer available, please email [email protected]
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Estee Lauder has a program where they search for regular product line ( Bobbi Brown brand participates) discontinued within 36 months. Gone But Not Forgotten program. You can order up to 6 of the item, plus something like $5 shipping. You give them all your info, CC# and if they have it, they will send it to you. You had to call a 800 number, no website. I used this service about two years ago when they discontinued a MAC lipstick I really liked.
800- 216-7173 or To initiate a search for a product no longer available, please email [email protected]
800- 216-7173 or To initiate a search for a product no longer available, please email [email protected]
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So I did. I went into the Estee Lauder outlet and they did have a display with the balm (it's a stick, right?) and they had the alabaster on display. They were crowded, so I didn't stick around to ask if they actually had it in stock. It was $47 a stick.
But, the bottom of the tube didn't say anything about SPF. I didn't buy any.
@ysolde - Give them a call to verify they have exactly what you want. I'll gladly go back and pick them up for you. Maybe they'll hold them. I can go today. (it's nice being retired )
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After I posted this, my husband walked into my office and said "wanna take a ride to the outlets?"
So I did. I went into the Estee Lauder outlet and they did have a display with the balm (it's a stick, right?) and they had the alabaster on display. They were crowded, so I didn't stick around to ask if they actually had it in stock. It was $47 a stick.
But, the bottom of the tube didn't say anything about SPF. I didn't buy any.
@ysolde - Give them a call to verify they have exactly what you want. I'll gladly go back and pick them up for you. Maybe they'll hold them. I can go today. (it's nice being retired )
The Cosmetics Company Store
(732) 493-2535
So I did. I went into the Estee Lauder outlet and they did have a display with the balm (it's a stick, right?) and they had the alabaster on display. They were crowded, so I didn't stick around to ask if they actually had it in stock. It was $47 a stick.
But, the bottom of the tube didn't say anything about SPF. I didn't buy any.
@ysolde - Give them a call to verify they have exactly what you want. I'll gladly go back and pick them up for you. Maybe they'll hold them. I can go today. (it's nice being retired )
The Cosmetics Company Store
(732) 493-2535
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I ended up with a few tees, and hubby2e got his needed sneakers.
If you want me to pick up anything else there just let me know. The prices are somewhat discounted.
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I've found Bobbi Brown's Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm on a website I frequently buy from. No Alabaster though, but they have it in Extra Light Tint, Light Tint, Light to Medium Tint, and Medium Tint. Is it a (colour) name change rather than discontinued?
But I heard about Bobbi Brown. All my make up used to be Bobbi Brown but it's down to one eye shadow because of 'discontinued'.
But I heard about Bobbi Brown. All my make up used to be Bobbi Brown but it's down to one eye shadow because of 'discontinued'.
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I've found Bobbi Brown's Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm on a website I frequently buy from. No Alabaster though, but they have it in Extra Light Tint, Light Tint, Light to Medium Tint, and Medium Tint. Is it a (colour) name change rather than discontinued?
But I heard about Bobbi Brown. All my make up used to be Bobbi Brown but it's down to one eye shadow because of 'discontinued'.
But I heard about Bobbi Brown. All my make up used to be Bobbi Brown but it's down to one eye shadow because of 'discontinued'.
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These companies always care more about getting new customers than serving their current ones. But they ignore that older and long-term customers tend to be brand loyal (esp. cosmetics), while younger customers flit around.
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Bobbi Brown Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm Medium or medium to dark
I've found Bobbi Brown's Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm on a website I frequently buy from. No Alabaster though, but they have it in Extra Light Tint, Light Tint, Light to Medium Tint, and Medium Tint. Is it a (colour) name change rather than discontinued?
But I heard about Bobbi Brown. All my make up used to be Bobbi Brown but it's down to one eye shadow because of 'discontinued'.
But I heard about Bobbi Brown. All my make up used to be Bobbi Brown but it's down to one eye shadow because of 'discontinued'.