Chat with Sonia Kashuk
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I’m looking so forward to chatting with Sonia Kashuk in a Google hang out next week! I really love her product line at Target and have found her brushes to be what I grab on a daily basis when I’m doing my makeup. I love hearing the backstory of a business, so this is a really great way to get to know her even more. So, if you were given the opportunity to chat with Sonia, what would you ask her? You can also enter to win a $100 Target Gift Card® by commenting.
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I’d ask her how to pronounce her last name 🙂 I feel like I’m never saying it right.
I would ask her how I am supposed to know which makeup brush to use when. I know the obvious blush brush and a basic eyeshadow but beyond that I’m not sure.
I think I would ask her what color palette she would recommend for me as well as how to best highlight my eyes.
I would ask why she is passionate about makeup?
I would ask her what her favorite item in her line is.
I’d ask her what her must have item is!
I would ask her what her favorite skincare or makeup product is
Other than her own line, I would ask what her favorite makeup line is!
I would as her what new products her line is working on.
I would ask her what is her inspiration for her packaging. It is always so pretty.
I would love to ask her what her go to products are from her line
I would ask her when she travels, what is the first beauty item to go in the bag.
I’ve been seeing this trend get more popular and I’m just not a fan. My question would be:
What is your opinion on the stiletto nail trend (pointed claws as I call them)? Are they a hit or miss?
I’d ask her how to best emphasize my tiny eyes. Actually, I’d ask her to do it for me!
I love Sonia’s line and her brushes. If I could ask her one question, I would ask her where she finds inspiration for her line and her life.
I would ask her if she was interested in giving me a makeover!
I would ask her – when going for a simple makeup look for the day, what’s her must have item to brighten up the face and look refreshed?
If I could only afford 3 makeup brushes right now, which are the top 3 most versatile brushes to own?
I recently purchased her smokey eye brush kit and was extremely impressed with the quality of the brushes. I loved the tutorial on how to create a day time and night time look. I would ask her what products from her line does she use for the day-to-day face.
Sonia, how can I apply eyeshadow to my hooded lids? My eyes are my best feature, but I’m not sure how to dress them up. Thanks! Love your makeup line.
I would definitely ask her about her “aha” moment of turning her passion into a business 🙂
I would ask her what her favorite makeup item is and why? I just love her products especially her eye shadows 🙂
I would ask her about her favorite “everyday” products.
I’d ask her what’s the quickest way for a low maintenance, well-put together look?
If all beauty products were being discontinued, what is the one thing you would hoard?
I would ask her what she thinks is the must have item from her makeup line and what if any obstacles did she need to overcome to make her brand a success!
https://twitter.com/shlee83/status/466231686012096512
I would ask her what her favorite product of her’s is.
I would ask her what she sees most women doing incorrectly when it comes to makeup.
I would ask her how the drugstore make-up industry has changed in the last 15 years. I feel like there are much better options than there used to be but I want to hear about the shift from an insider.
I’d ask Sonia about basic, everyday, wearable eyeshadow looks for professionals. I’m always in search of good ideas to wear to work, and there’s a lot of makeup inspiration out there that’s unfortunately not suitable for a conservative office. I love eye makeup, though, and want to play up mine!
I would ask her what the best products from a drugstore for highlighting and contouring would be.
I tweeted about this: https://twitter.com/jahauert/status/466236046041047041
I would ask her what inspires her to create such beautiful products!
I would ask her to tell us what her favorite products are for an everyday look!
I’d definitely like to know what her must have make-up item is!
https://twitter.com/salleythompson/status/466237179681705984
I LOVE SK eye makeup remover! I have tears (happy/sad/angry/something in my eye) every day of my life an can’t wear mascara that isn’t waterproof. SK’s eye makeup remove is the only one I’ve found that doesn’t leave me greasy? I don’t get a rash from it (I have sensitive skin) and it take off everything I put on. I love it! My question for SK would be why is it so darned hard to find! I live in a pretty big city and sometimes there isn’t a single bottle anywhere in the entire metro! I get a little panicky!
I would ask what 3 brushes she thinks every woman should have and how to use them!
I love her Pink Innocencia bath & body collection!
I would ask her what her inspiration is behind her scents and perfumes. How does she pair the notes to create personalities within each unique, and what is the best way to choose the best scent suited for you?
I’d ask her what three products she’d apply if she only had 5 minutes (asked by a first time new mom of an 8 week old baby girl.) 🙂
I would ask her where so goes for inspiration when the creative well is running low.
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I would ask her what her favorite products to advertise.
what made you decide to go with a “best cost” strategy? (quality at a lower price point)
i’m such a business school nerd, haha 🙂
I would ask her for makeup tips for us girls who wear glasses.
I would like to know or ask her if she will ever sell her products at any other stores besides Target? It’ll be nice to be able to shop for her beauty line at other stores.
I would ask her to create a product list for me!
I’d love to know her best tips for applying liquid foundation. A stippling brush? Sponge? Fingers?
I would ask her to do my makeup!
I would ask her what product she thinks is the best in the industry and if she had to pick a runner up product to her superior one, what would that be.
I love her stuff at Target- I just started using her foundation and it really is wonderful for the price.
I would ask her what product she thinks is the best in the industry and if she had to pick a runner up product to her superior one, what would that be.
I love her stuff at Target- I just started using her foundation and it really is wonderful for the price. I also love her makeup brushes- they are my go-to and also don’t break the bank (always a plus!)
I would ask her which brush does the best job of blending eye shadow.
I would ask her what is the biggest make-up mistake she sees on a regular basis?
I would ask Sonia how she balances her desire for quality products with the cost limitations of producing a line for Target (in my opinion, she’s doing a great job!).
I would ask Sonia if she has an absolute favorite skincare product that she would always use.
I would ask her what inspired her to create her own line?
I would want to know what could be done so that her products are in stock in the store, the shelves are always empty at my Target. I know that’s a good thing, but I don’t like to buy makeup online without seeing it first.
Mina
If I were to chat with Sonia Kashuk I would ask her what colors she would recommend for my fair skin, prone to redness and acne and very dark hair.
I would definitely ask for specific beauty advice for myself!! I am such an amateur!
I’d ask her about her daily makeup routine.
I would ask what colors beside brown would compliment my blue eyes.
I would ask her who her role models are
I’d ask her how she comes up with such great designs for her brushes!
What’s her favorite beauty product not in her line?
I would ask her what 3 pieces of make-up she would never go without.
What are the post important beauty products to splurge and save on?
I would ask “what is your must-have cosmetic item for the summer”?
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I would ask her about her future plans with the line . . . what’s next?
I would ask her how I could best use my makeup brushes specifically eye brushes- I have so many and I am not sure what each one is for 🙂
What’s the best way to make little, deep set eyes pop? The older I get, the more “lid” have so that combined with tiny deep set dark eyes…. recipe for disappearing eyes!
I’d ask her for an eyeliner tutorial: how to make eyes bigger not smaller.
If I could ask Sonja Kashuk a question it would be: what kinds of things do you do to help you feel beautiful inside and out?
I would ask her how she got started in the cosmetics industry, and what her goals were in starting her own line.
I would ask her… how do I get my powder foundation to stay on longer? Primers seem to break me out.
What is her most favorite part about having her own product line?
I would ask her which product she thinks makes the most impact! Enjoy your chat with her! Awesome opportunity!
What is her number one skin care tip for women?
I would ask what her beauty routine is, and what her favorite products are on a day to day basis.
I’d ask her to teach me how to blend! I can’t do it to save my life.
I would ask her what makeup brushes are absolutely essential to my collection. I have way too many and I’m not completely sure what some of them are even for.
I’d ask her which of her own products are her faves, and/or how does she decide on and develop the brushes in her line. They are really outstanding for a “mass market” brush line.
And our tweet… https://twitter.com/birdiebijou/status/466275809561305088
I would ask her the best tools to fill in sparse eyebrows. Would love to win!
I would ask her what is the best thing to use for under eye dark circles?
I would ask her for her best tips for aging skin, and makeup tips for “older” women.
How does she deal with criticism or naysayers or people who don’t believe in her product? I think it is one of the hardest to deal with as a business owner and I’m curious what her response would be.
I would ask Sonia what charities her products support. And if her products are tested on animals.
I would ask her about mineral sunscreen/BB products and if they are much different than typical BB creams/tinted moisturizers.
I’d ask her which brush to use when apply cream blush
I would ask her what brush to use to cover darks spots on my face!
I would ask what’s the one beauty product she can’t live without.
I would ask how long it took to chose her scents and perfect them to her taste.
I would ask Sonia to describe her favorite eye palate colors.
I would ask her what products she reccomends for a quick summer look? Less is more in the summer;). Plus, getting ready with a toddler around your feet, the quicker, the better!
I would ask her what her favorite product from her line is.
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I’d ask how she first started her business and any advice she had for other women wanting to start their own.
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My question would be, what drew you to make-up, when you could have been a designer of another type? BTW thank you for making this your career choice, I adore your products!
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I would ask her how to best do eye makeup on hooded eyes. And what the three or four most crucial brushes a person should own are.
I would ask how she got started designing makeup? Was it diy at first or was she trained and schooled?
I would ask her for her secrets for tips on achieving a formal, but natural makeup look for my daytime wedding.
I would ask Sonia how she got started in this business! 🙂 Thanks for a great giveaway!
i’d ask SK about products she developed that didn’t make it to market; like what did she dream up but couldnt quite make a reality.
I would ask her what product (of hers) that she uses everyday and wishes every woman could have?
I would ask her about eye liner, if she has any tricks for application.
I would ask her what colors would look best with my eye color and how to use thr brushes to get the color just right on my eyes!!
I would ask her about how to apply makeup (successfully) to hooded eyelids! 🙂
I would ask her who her role models and inspirations are when it comes to beauty and her business.
I would ask her how she balances keeping products affordable but good quality!
Thanks!!!
ashley
I would ask her what product she is most proud of, and if she could only promote one product from her line from the perspective of her personal passion, which would it be?
I would love to know what her top items are in her daily purse!
What’s the best way to cover under eye circles and dark spots? And does she believe in toner (I’m skeptical)…
How fun that you get to chat with her! I would ask how she started her business and how long it took before she realized that she had a business that would go so far and be so wide reaching.
If I’m a make-up minimalist, what are the five products I absolutely have to have?
Where does she find her inspiration?
I would ask for tips on using makeup brushes. I always feel a little lost about using them.
What is her favorite make up must have?
I would ask her what is the best way to cover up rosacea.
I would ask her: What is a common make-up mistake that women make?
I just bought the Amazonian clay full coverage airbrush foundation and didn’t want to spend 35 dollars for the matching brush. So I would ask her which one of her brushes would she recommend I buy for my new makeup?
I would ask her the best concealer combination for light skin.
I’d ask her how to make your makeup have the most impact with minimal effort / time:)
I would ask her the best way to apply blush.
I would ask her what her top skin care tips are!
I would ask Sonia what are some staple brushes everybody needs in their makeup collection and how to go about budgeting to get these brushes. Sometimes I get so overwhelmed by all the choices that I want a clear cut guide to follow.
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Thank you!
I would ask her what age she recommends starting an anti aging product.
I would ask her if she thinks people can wear “too much” makeup.
How often should I clean my brushes?
I would ask her if she uses brushes or her fingers to apply eye makeup
I would ask her what beauty product is a must-have as I transition into my 40s?
Sonia: Can pale girls pull of orange lipstick? Please say yes, I definitely just bought one on impulse after reading a lot of “In-Style” and eating a lot of Cherry Garcia.
I’d ask her what is the best way to apply eye shadow if your lids are hooded?
I would like to ask her what trends she thinks we will see in the fall (since I don’t wear much make in the summer).
I would ask her for tips on quick makeup tricks for a mom on the go 🙂
First I would want clarification on how to pronounce her name 🙂 Then I would want to know what she sees as the top beauty mistakes women, maybe, more specifically, older women, make… Have fun at your chat!
https://twitter.com/BevinOR/status/466324121794932737
I would ask what made her want to make her own line of beauty products. 🙂
I would ask her what new trends in makeup she thinks are/will be hot in the coming seasons.
I would also ask what her must-have items are.
I would ask her what products outside of her line she uses on a regular basis.
I tweeted:https://twitter.com/KariWins/status/466327323487514624
I would ask her how she came to have an interest in a brush line – there are so many facets of makeup, why did she choose that one?
🙂
I would ask Sonia what her favorite makeup trick is!
I would ask her how to do eye shadow on hooded eyelids.
I would ask about her history and how she came to develop her brand
I’m trying to learn how to just do a basic eye for a typical day. I’d ask her tips on blending and using colors but still keeping it simple.
I would ask for help with eye makeup applications! I do the same basic thing every morning and need some inspiration with other looks.
I’d ask her what her “must have items are” when she’s travelling.
what is her favorite makeup product
I would ask her to show me the basics for a quick, pulled together look.
I love her products!
I would ask Sonia which of her products she personally uses on a regular basis!
I would ask Sonia about what inspired her to create her own line of products!
I’d ask her about her favorite product (s)
I would like to ask her what drives her next product. Is it an idea, a smell, a color…what??? Those kind of things fascinate me! 🙂
I’d be curious to know what products she’d use to go from a day of being in the office to a night out with girlfriends or a date night.
I would ask her what got her started in creating make up and what keeps her motivated in creating new items?
I would ask her what other discount makeup products she likes to use.
If she only has 5 minutes to get ready, what is her speed makeup routine?
I would ask her what makeup she suggests for the summer-time! Especially for a preggo like me!
I would love to know her can’t-live-without beauty product (maybe focus on something we might not expect).
I would ask her how she managed to get a line at Target. =)
I would ask her what her favorite products are =]
I would ask her what us really fair skinned girls have to do to get a little love in the foundation department! 😉
Makeup trend she most regrets giving in to or is most embarrassed by?
What’s the best way to deal with genetic under-eye circles?
tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/466369229709529088
I would ask her “what is your must have beauty item?”
i would ask her her favorite product from her line and her go to products for getting ready each morning.
I would ask her about the best foundation/concealer tips for large pores, under eye circles, etc. How to get full coverage without it looking “cakey”!
What makeup products she cannot live without.
I would ask her what her favorite item is from her line and which of her fragrances is her favorite.
I would ask about the best way to deal with oily skin.
I would ask her what is the best way to clean a makeup brush? Because mine still seems like it has residue no matter what method I use.
What do you do about extremely dry skin that makes fundation look flakey?
I’d ask her what products she considers essential.
I would ask her what her favorite makeup product is!
I would ask her what makeup she wears on a daily basis…I would have such a hard time as a makeup artist deciding (and not spending an hour a day playing with my own makeup!!).
I would ask her what her childhood was like. Has she always loved playing with makeup?
What are her daily products?
I would ask for help! I need a serious makeup overhaul!
I would ask Sonia what her creative inspirations are? I love to hear and learn about the creative process from sucessful people like her!
I would ask her how she gives back to charity!
Does anyone really ever use the flat fan like make up brush? What is it actually used for?
I would ask her to show me how to lightly contour using her brushes. I never know which ones to use to get the right everyday look!
I would ask her the 5 beauty products she couldn’t live without and why! Love her stuff.
what makeup trends we will see this fall?
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I would ask her:
What is your number one, go-to cosmetic item?
What’s the one product she would take with her to a deserted island (other than SPF)?
Sonia, what brush do you most often use for something other than it was originally created for? For example, using an eyeliner brush as a spot concealer.
I would ask her what her five must have beauty products are.
I would ask her for her recommendations to help use makeup to look younger!
I would ask her what’s the most important product to use?
I’d ask her what her advice would be for keeping your look fresh as you get older without looking like you’re trying to look like you’re 18.
I would ask her what her favorite brushes are
If Target was going to drop your line what would be the one thing that your fans would try to buy out before they couldn’t get it anymore?
I would ask what is the one thing that she thinks every woman should know about makeup
I would like to know what Sonia’s favorite beauty product is, and why.
I would ask her what she splurges on?
What is one mistake that women make in taking care of their skin?
What are your pet peeves?
I’d ask her the best way to apply eye makeup with a brush. My eye makeup always seems to get on my face too when I apply with a brush instead of one of those sponge type of applicators.
I would ask what her must have items are!
What are her must-have everyday products?
I love her brushes!!!!
I’d ask her what she recommends to cover problem zits…or what are her top three makeup must haves?
Valerie
http://www.the-style-files.com
i’d ask her what her favorite product(s) are!
I would ask her what she thinks every women should know about make-up.
I would ask her where she fins her inspiration for color palettes.
I would ask her what type of schooling or training she has.
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I would lover her imput on this seasons best colors
I tweeted too https://twitter.com/jessrwarfield/status/466551157117046784
I would ask her how to find the perfect lipstick shades for my skin tone and natural lip color. I have the hardest time getting the right ‘nude’ shade.
I’d like to ask her what is the best way to determine if a brush is high quality or not and which brush is the most essential if you could only get one to begin with?
I would LOVE for her to cover a basic everyday makeup look for a mom on the go. I am a teacher and mother to an 8 year old and an 8 month old and I have a very limited amount of time in the morning. I don’t like wearing heavy makeup so it would be nice to have a few go-to products to look put together without spending a long time doing so.
How can I minimize the lines that are creeping onto my face – I would love to win!
If I were given the opportunity to talk with the fabulous Sonia Kashuk, I would definitely ask her about her motivation & drive! 🙂 I love hearing successful women’s stories– they are always so inspiring!
Who is the most inspirational person in her life and how does she come up with new products for her line?
I saw another commenter say that she would ask Sonia about what would be an ideal color pallet for her completion. I am going to totally steal that one, because it is a great question, but I would also ask about eyeliner tips. I am terrible at eyeliner!
Alesha <3
Hmm I would love to know if she uses makeup, tools, etc. from any other makeup line. I’ve always wondered if those with their own “stuff” also use other peoples “stuff”. Thanks!
I would ask her advice for appropriate age-related makeup. What look is appropriate for a 38 year old mother of four? (In other words, what am I doing wrong?!) 😀
I would ask her how to draw attention to my eyes considering my skin tone!
I would ask her what her favorite eyeliner was
As someone on a budget I’d love to know what her must have items are?
How to do the perfect smokey eye that doesn’t make me look like a street-walker
https://twitter.com/hedgypenguin/status/466619708679389186
I would ask her what to do with all the bushes, I always want to purchase new ones but never know what to do with them.
What are her favorite beauty products?
I would ask her what drives her brand? What her mission with her product line? What message does she want send women and girls? What did she learn this week/yesterday about life/work/make up that surprised her!
I would ask her how having her line at Target has changed her business model.
I would ask her how to best fill in my eyebrows.
I just bought my first Sonia product – an eyebrow pencil – and love it for the quality, but adore it for the price!
When you feel/felt like giving up, what pushes you to continue and ultimately become the household name you have today?
I would ask her why so many brushes? Is there really a need for all of them. What is the best/right way to put on eye shadow?
I would ask what is the one item she would take to a deserted island?
What does she love most about TargeT?
What is the most common mistake women make when applying makeup?
I would tell her that her Mom Millie’s skin looks fabulous for being 83 – what products of Sonia’s has she used to keep it looking so amazing!
I’d love to ask her some leading questions to dig into how she thinks and solves problems to learn about how she achieved her success.
I would ask her “Whats in your make up bag and/or purse RIGHT NOW?”. I love seeing what other women have in their bags at any given moment and I think it really shows what they deem as necessary items.
I would ask her if she has plans to expand to other retailers.
I’d love to know what her must haves are.
I would ask her about how to highlight/contour very pale skin.
What does she use on her lips to keep them conditioned so where you where lipstick they don’t look wrinkled?
I would ask her for her favorite beauty/make-up tip.
I would ask her what her favorite make-up product is from any make-up line other than her own!! 🙂
I would ask Sonya what her inspiration was for her fragrance line. I just bought Yellow Alluriana—I’m in love! And I found it very affordable. Only $20.00 for a huge bottle of perfume? That’s legit.
I’d ask Sonia what her fav product of her line is!
I would like to know just how often should you clean your brushes and what coverup would be a good recommendation for me as I am a new mom as well and need help with dark circles!
I love her line, especially her cream bronzer! It is beautiful.
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I would ask her what her must-haves are from her line!
https://twitter.com/eileenjennifer/status/467003954073972736
At the ripe old age of 27 I am finally exploring the world of makeup. My routine has always consisted of mascara and chapstick. If I had the chance to talk to Sonia, I’d ask her what a simple everyday makeup routine would be for someone not used to wearing it. Light foundation, easy application products, etc…I was just drooling over her brush line at Target yesterday. I’d love to win the gift card to invest in some of her fabulous items!
I would ask her what made her decide to team up with Target? I am happy her products are there.
I would ask her what her tips are for applying concealer correctly. It seems no matter what I do I always end up being able to see my dark circles.
I also love her products at Target, especially her make-up brushes!!!
I would ask her what I can use to make my short eyelashes look longer..entry 1
https://twitter.com/KMillheim609/status/467247103631429632 Entry number 2
I would love to ask her what two makeup products she ALWAYS takes with her! Also, I was just at Target yesterday and bought one of her perfumes to wear on my Wedding day in 3 weeks. I LOVE her products and am so excited I found the perfect wedding day perfume!
Hey Kate!
I would ask Sonia what made her decide to launch her cosmetic line in the Target stores instead of a department store?
If I could ask her one thing, I would ask her what she would tell girls to do to step up their make up game if she could tell them one thing!
I would ask her what her “can’t live without” make-up is…
Love it all!
I would like to know the one thing in your makeup drawers that you always repurchase.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/468222904585302016
I would ask what lip color looks best on my skin tone
I LOVE Sonia Kashuk!!
I would ask her what is her favorite make-up tip.
I would ask her what her daily make-up routine is like
I would ask her to walk me through a makeup routine using products she picks just for me!
What is the best product to use to ease the look of dark circle and under eye bags?
I would ask her what target brands (other than her own) she loves and why!
I would definitely ask her for a tutorial on how to use all the makeup brushes! I’m lost after blush brush, powder brush, and basic eye shadow brush ha!
I’d ask Sonia what her personal holy grail product is.
I’d ask her what her favorite products are from her line.
A few years back I bought S.K. nail polish and I absolutely LOVED it. I always got compliments on the color but sadly I ran out and dumb me, threw the bottle out so I have no idea what the color was. Guess I’ll just have to try another one of her colors…
Thanks for this opportunity!!
I would ask her what her favorite tool or product is!
I want to know what’s in her makeup bag!
I would ask what colors does she recommend for women of color
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
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