This post is long overdue! I’ve been on a bit of a journey recently to simplify my make up routine, and have narrowed it down to a handful of products that I can apply in about 10 minutes. I love the subtle glow that this current routine gives me, and think it provides the perfect base to build off of! If I’m trying to elevate this routine, I’ll add a full eyeshadow look, false lashes, etc. But that’s a story for another day!
Keep reading for the links to my current favorite products.
1. Beauty Counter Featherweight Foundation – I wear shade Light 210, and love that the coverage is lightweight, but buildable, depending on the look I’m going for.
2. E.l.f. Camo Concealer – I wear shade Light Beige in this concealer. I purchased it on a whim recently, and have now made it part of my routine! It’s a dupe for Tarte Shape Tape, in my opinion, at a fraction of the price.
3. Palladio Foundation Stick – Hear me out on this one! Since I’ve been trying to move to cream-based products, I was on the hunt for a bronzer/contour stick, and also ordered this one on a whim. Turns out, I love it for contouring in shade “mocha!” It’s a true brown, and doesn’t look orange on my skin tone.
4. Beauty Counter Cream Blush – I’ve been wearing this in the “rosebud” shade, and know that I’ll never go back to powder blush after using this product. It blends like a dream, and looks so natural!
5. Beauty Counter Lid Glow – I’m all about using products for multiple purposes to simplify things. I use this one in “gleam” as a cheek highlighter and on my entire eyelid up to my brows to brighten things up! A little bit on the inner corner of my eyes is a must, too.
6. Beauty Counter Mattifying Powder – After applying my face products, I sweep a very light coat of this powder along my T-zone. Not too much, but just enough to set things!
7. NYX Micro Brow Pencil – I wear this in Ash Brown. I love that the tip of the pencil is so tiny and easy to control!
8. NYX Liquid Eyeliner – I’m a liquid eyeliner convert. I love the look! It does take a little bit of practice, but the tip on this specific eyeliner is the easiest to use that I’ve tried so far.
9. Urban Decay Setting Spray – I haven’t strayed from this product since high school! I love putting it on top of my make up (before mascara) every single day because it keeps everything looking perfect until bedtime.
10. L’Oreal Lash Primer – I use this primer on my top lashes and let it dry for a minute or two before applying mascara!
11. Maybelline Mascara – To me, this is the perfect everyday mascara because it’s so affordable, that I don’t feel bad about using it daily! I also love the application and the finish of it.
12. Maybelline Ink Crayon + NYX GLOSS – This ink crayon in “Run the World” is my absolute favorite. I almost use it as a liner, and then blend it into the middle of my lips! It’s the perfect shade. With the gloss on top in “Creme Brulee”, it’s the ideal easy everyday lip!
