My everyday makeup routine is one I've
kind of fallen into over the last year or so. I love wearing makeup,
and trying new looks, but it's always nice to have that familiar look
to come back to.
When I love a product, I tend to stick
to it and end up feeling lost without it; which is probably where my
routine stemmed from. If I love something, I just have to use it
everyday!
Here are my favourite products, that
feature in my everyday makeup routine!
Clinique Anti Blemish Foundation (Fresh
Alabaster)- Having posted about this product recently I won't go
into too much detail about it. Generally I love this foundation. It's
fantastically light, while still providing flawless coverage, and its
active ingredient salicylic acid fights against blemishes and
oiliness whilst you're wearing it! (I can't stress how good this is,
seeming as most foundations contribute hugely to blemishes and spots,
it's so good to have a foundation that actually fights them!) For
pale skinned girls like myself, Fresh Alabaster, is pretty damn
perfect, not too pink, but not too yellow either. I find it best to
buff the foundation on to avoid streaks, and I find this is the best
way to get a really flawless finish.
Rimmel London Eyebrow Pencil (Dark
brown)- I love eyebrows. Seriously I do. If I were a cartoon
character, I think I'd be a pair of walking eyebrows! I've been using
Rimmel eyebrow pencils for years and have never really felt the need
to try anything else. They're hard enough to get smooth, strong
lines, but when brushed out, create a lovely, soft,natural effect.
Perfect for creating a defined arch, with smooth, blended brows. I
like to combine mine with a little eyeshadow to define the hairs, but
the colour is otherwise perfect for a dark, chocolate brunette hair
colour.
Mac Eyeshadow (Shroom)- I absolutely
adore this eyeshadow. Its just the right level of shimmery without
being too glittery, too gold or too dull. I use it to accentuate the
corners of my eyes, sweep over the lid and to highlight the brow
bone. It does wonders to open up the eye and blends fantastically
with other colours.
Illamasqua eyeshadow (Obsidian)- I've
always used a touch of black eyeshadow in my makeup routine. I love a
smokey eye and this shadow is fab for creating light shadows, or
black as ink drama. It can be a little difficult to blend smoothly
but with the right brush and a bit of perseverance it blends really
nicely. As well as using this product on my eyes, I like to use a
light dusting of it on my eyebrows to accentuate the hairs
(especially in the inner section) and create a more natural look. (I
should add I've had this shadow about 2 years and there's still a ton
left!).
Collection 2000 Fast Stroke Liquid
Eyeliner (Black)- I've tried a ton of different liquid eyeliners over
the years. From cheap to expensive ones, I've never found one I like
better than this. I like a sponge applicator, as I find it easier to
control and create a defined cat-eye with. The consistency is nice
and thick, meaning flicks last all day without fading or smudging.
It's also quick drying, meaning there's none of that annoying
-standing with the eyes shut- halfway through your makeup routine! At
only £2.99 a go, this product really is a bargain!
Rimmel Kohl Eyeliner (Black)- To be
honest this is a pretty standard product. I only use this kind of
eyeliner for the lower lash line, and sometime to create a dark inky
look on the lid. This eyeliner smudges well and creates soft, smokey
lines.
Avon Supershock Mascara- I tend to be a
bit of an experimentalist with mascaras. I like to try new ones,
forever in the search for something that will give me phenomenal
lashes. I do really like this one though. It has a huge brush which
is fab for catching all those little lashes in the corner of the eye.
It doesn't flake off as the day progresses and gives the lashes lots
of lovely volume. At around a fiver it's reasonably priced and
last's a long time.
Avon Illuminating Pearls- Now I LOVE
these. They're the perfect shade of pink, with the most gorgeous
subtle shimmer in them. They're perfect for highlighting cheekbones
and giving a gorgeous dewy finish. The pearls are a similar idea to
bronzing pearls, but have a lovely rose pink colour to them. It takes
quite a lot of product to build up colour, which is fab for creating
plenty of shimmer, without looking like a clown! These cost around £8
but last around 8-10 months each time, which if you ask me is
fantastic value. I've never found a blusher I like better than these,
and will continue to use them for as long as I can. I can't recommend
them enough!
That's it for my everyday makeup
favourites. Do you have any products you couldn't live without? What
are your favourites?
