Monday 16 June 2014

Everyday Make-up Favourites




Hey guys, it's been a while. But I thought I would do a quick post on my everyday makeup favourites. I've just got back from uni and decided to have a huge makeup clear out. And these babies seemed to remain as my favourites that I keep returning to more or less everyday. 

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation in 115
This is a relatively new addition to my make up bag, but a product that I did purchase when it first came out, so decided to give it another go after falling slightly out of love with my Healthy Mix foundation. I prefer budget foundations for everyday use, as I seem to go through foundation incredibly fast. I apply this with my Real Techniques pointed foundation brush, and blend with the buffing brush. I feel as though I could've gone a shade lighter in this foundation though. 

Maybelline Matte Maker in 10 Classic Ivory 
I bought this on a whim on a trip to Boots, whenever they have 3 for 2 offers on I always try and pick a product I know I love, but then chose something I've not had before to give it a try. As my usual Rimmel Stay Matte had ran out I thought I'd give this a try. I am so glad I did, I always chose a light colour in powders, and this is perfect over my slightly darker shade of Fit Me foundation. It gives the perfect Matte finish without looking too cakey like a lot of powders can. This may just be one of those items I repurchase.
NARS Melusine Eyeshadow Duo 
You're probably thinking, how the hell can purple eye shadow suit everyday use, but this is the perfect colour. The first shade is a gorgeous silvery lilac which opens and emphasises the eye, which looks perfect with a sleek cat flick of eyeliner (eyeko is my fave at the moment). I often use the darker shade of purple with a blending shadow brush just in the outer corner of my eye. 

Benefit High Beam 
I received this as a present off my sister for my birthday, after reading rave reviews about how amazing this product was, I decided to invest. At first, I wasn't as impressed, I love a bit of budget beauty and I couldn't see whether it was worth the price tag. I mean, my ELF highlighter was almost as good. But with practice I am a total convert. I tend to use it just on my brow bone, and on my cheek bone if I have applied bronzer in order to contour my face. The pinky colours give a really healthy glow. 
Bourjois Blush in 95 Rose de Jaspe
You know when you buy a product, bring it home and think, what the hell did I buy that for? Well yea, that was me after picking up this whilst buying a Bourjois foundation. I actually think it was free if I spent £12 or something, but I could have chosen an eye shadow. I immediately regretted not choosing the eye shadow, as I have never been a massive blush person. (That's a lie in year seven I walked around with two pink strips on my cheeks - a thought that has haunted me ever since.) I thought it was too pink of a blush, but when applied properly (not with the crappy brush you get given) it looks really nice on the apples of the cheeks.

Bourjois Waterproof Volume Clubbing Mascara in Black Party
I've had a few bourjois mascaras, so when it came to a family holiday this easter I thought I would purchase a waterproof one, in case I wanted to wear it during the day whilst swimmig etc. This mascara is really lovely, it lengthens, blackens, volumises and thickens lashes. It says it is sweat and party proof - and was tested at foam parties.. winner! I have a new love for this Mascara as it does not clump or flake and will be a definite repurchase of mine.



No7 Stay Perfect lipstick in Mischief
This is another new product I received off a friend for my birthday, and oh my god I love it! The light pink shade is perfect for everyday use, without looking too over the top. I am more of a light lip person anyway as I prefer a statement eye so this is a real winner. The creamy consistency really hydrates my lips.

What's in your everyday make-up routine? 
Ally
xxx