I'm a total makeup girl (duh!), but when the summer hits I change up my routine a bit to keep things a little more neutral to keep up with the heat and humidity. I took all of these items with me on vacation, but have also found myself reaching for them on a daily basis.
Clockwise From Top Left:
Urban Debay De-Slick (or All Nighter) Spray - I started using these UD sprays last summer and really like them as both a primer and a setting spray. I've found both of these to work about the same way, but they really do make a difference in how my makeup lasts throughout the day.
Rimmel BB Cream - Rimmel's BB wins for my favorite! The coverage is really good by itself, but also works really well combined with a regular foundation when I want something with slightly more coverage.
Rimmel Stay Matte Powder - This is another great and affordable essential. I've even picked up an extra to carry around with me for mid-day touch ups.
Benefit Fake Up Concealer - I picked this up during the last Sephora VIB sale and have mixed feelings about it. Some days I really like this concealer and other days I'm not a huge fan... Regardless, it's actually been a pretty good under eye concealer that's done well as the temperatures have warmed up. (I don't really use this one on my face, just my under eye areas.)
Too Faced Shadow Insurance - I'm working on a sample of this, but really like the lasting power. I've come to rely on primer to make my eye shadow last all day, especially when it gets hot outside.
Urban Decay Naked 2 - The more I use this, the more I fall in love it! This has become my total go-to when I'm in a hurry and these were the only shadows that I took on my recent vacation. It's just so stinkin' easy to make a neutral look with this palette! (Plus, the black works well as a liner!)
Maybelline Mega Plus Mascara - I took advantage of a sale and some Walgreens points and picked this up after wanting to try it for almost a year. I really like this formula and like that it gives me a natural, yet pretty look to my lashes. Plus, the staying power is great and I don't even have the waterproof version.
Elf Blush & Bronzer Duo - I've actually used all of the blush and am almost done with the bronzer, but this will definitely be something I pick up again. For $3, this is an amazing product that has really grown on me.
NYX Lip Gloss - I'm a lip product junkie, but I do really enjoy these NYX glosses. There's nothing better than to polish off your look than with a nice, neutral lip gloss.
What are your favorite makeup and beauty products for summer?
I use their BB Cream and Matte powder, too! My new fave lip gloss is actually Mary Kay! It's called "Fancy Nancy," and it's just enough color, not sticky--perfect!
ReplyDeleteI reeeeeeeally want that Naked palette but can't afford it!
I also LOVE my ELF blush. :)
Gayla
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Oh I may have to try those Mary Kay glosses!
DeleteI'll give you my tip on how I got my Naked 2 palette for less than $30... If you don't already have one, get a rewards card with Ulta and pay attention to the promos they send on e-mail. They run a lot of bonus points offers so you can get a lot of points without spending a ton. I then waited for one their rare coupons for 20% off everything and redeemed my points at the same time! I believe I saved $27 off of the $50 retail price!