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So I'm trying something a little different today and sharing my current loves in my makeup bag. I usually don't wear makeup during the week since I work and go straight to the gym after, but I do on the weekends. I'm definitely not Kylie-mode with the 15 step process but if something goes on my face, I want it to be healthy. I'm a weirdo when it comes to my face as I feel paranoid that everything will clog my pores so when I look to purchase makeup and skincare products, I make sure they are as anti-acne friendly as possible. Keep reading on for my review on my favorite picks!
Bare Minerals matte liquid lipstick: The creamiest matte lip color with amazing color, consistency and coverage. Perfect for that sexy, nude pout.
NYX Micro Brown Pencil : By far my favorite brow tool. I don't like the "brows on fleek" look where they look painted on and waxy so this super-thin pencil lets you create thin brush strokes and then brush them into your natural brow.
NARS 'Orgasm' Blush : Looks good on every skin tone/color. Period.
NYX 'Wonder Stick' : Contouring made easy with a creamy stick for easy application. Super easy to blend and looks natural.
MAC 'False Lashes' Mascara : I've tried a ton of mascara's and this in my favorite. It doesn't get clumpy, and really gives me long and voluminous lashes. This is a must!
NYX natural shadow palette : My $5 version of 'kyshadow's' for a natural smoky eye. I never spend a lot of money on eye shadow as it's all basically made the same and if you want a darker, more dramatic pigmentation, add some water to the tip of your brush!
Cover FX blemish control + matte primer : I never cared for SmashBox primer and then I tried this one and love it. If it is a product that goes directly on my skin before makeup, I will pay more for it especially if it helps keep my pores clear. This is salicylic acid acne control and mattefying so it is the best of both worlds. My makeup looks smooth as velvet over top of this primer. Plus, it doesn't feel super greasy or emulsified like the SmashBox one.
Besides the above basic picks, I also use a beauty blender and various brushes. I start my make-up process with clean skin, Clinique moisture thirst cream, under-eye primer, my Cover FX primer, then I go to town.
What are your favorite tried and true products for beauty? I would love suggestions for some great lip color combos, as I have so many lipsticks but always want more!
xo