(**Apologies for the bad lighting**)
It's no secret to those who know me--I'm a beauty junkie and always have been. I'm obsessed with Youtube beauty channels--obsessed I tell you. I have tons of makeup, however, you would never know about my obsession unless I told you (which I just did!) because I do not like to wear a lot of it. Does that make sense? Didn't think so. And if you saw me on the weekend, I would either be scaring you with my bare face or wearing my "no makeup makeup look." During the week, though, I try tttrrryyy to look my best since I'm either meeting new clients, seeing my old ones, or in court and looking put together is important for me. I tend to change up my makeup routine but the one below is the one I've been doing for the past couple of week/months.
1. Sephora Immediate Wrinkle Release: I use this after I've moisturized my skin and before I apply any product. I think it's been discontinued which makes me sad.
2. Foundation: I will NEVER use another foundation. The Diorskin Forever foundation is hands down the best foundation I have ever used. It's not too heavy but gives me enough coverage to hide any imperfections. It's pricey but lasts a long time since you only need to use a little bit each time. I buff this on using my Sephora Classic Mineral Powder Brush.
2. Under Eyes: I use a combo of the Bobbi Brown Corrector, apply the concealer, then set with the setting powder that comes with the concealer. It may sound like a lot but I have super dark circles. I use the Sephora Pro Airbrush Concealer Brush to apply both.
3. Eyebrows: Using a light hand, I fill in my brows using Mac Mystery Eyeshadow.
4. Eyes: I prime my lids using Too Faced Shadow Insurance. I like to change up my eyeshadow but since buying the Naked Basics Palette I haven't used anything else since. In my opinion, if you only buy one palette, you should buy this. For $27, you get 6 full size neutral shades that are perfect for day and night looks.
5. Eyeliner: I swear by Bobbi Brown gel liner. This stuff will not budge!
6. Mascara: I switch between using Loreal Telescopic and Covergirl Lashblast. Both are wonderful and I love the price!
7. Bronzer: For my pale skin, I have to use matte bronzers and I love that not only does the Too Faced Chocolate bronzer smell like chocolate but I can also use it to contour.
8. Blush: I switch up my blush a lot but lately I'm liking this Lorac baked blush.
8. Lips: I am obsessed with the Revlon Just Bitten Stain in Adored. It doesn't dry or chap my lips like a lot of stains do.
For extra specials days, I may apply highlighter and more contouring but that's usually my daily makeup routine.
Please let me know if you recommend any new products! I love testing new things :-)
