It's no secret that I'm a massive makeup enthusiast... I'm pretty sure there's not a day that goes by where I'm not wearing makeup, unless of course I'm either sick or running extremely late... Yet even then I still manage to sweep on some foundation and mascara!
My love of makeup doesn't stem from being insecure, although I do admittedly look less zombie-like without it. I'm comfortable in my own skin, just like everyone should be, but there's just something about makeup that makes my eyes widen and my infatuation grows.
Maybe it's just my inner child who likes drawing and painting... on her face...
I always like experimenting with makeup, trying new products and techniques, but when it comes to an everyday look for sixth form, I never stray too far from what I know best...
Naturally, starting off by applying the Laura Mercier foundation primer (£29) which I'm in love with! I can't quite believe I used to skip this step all the time... What on earth was I thinking!? Using a primer is something I would always recommend, especially for those longer days when you want your foundation to, you know, stay on your face for the entire day... I've noticed great results with this primer, and the best thing is definitely how long it lasts. Only the slightest bit is needed; my smaller 30ml sample tube has lasted since October and is still going strong! That being said, it is on the more expensive side, with a 50ml tube being £29... However, its sheer brilliance and ability to last what seems like forever makes it worth it.
Next, foundation... I bounce from one to the other all the time, depending on the time of year and how my skin has been behaving... Recently due to the slight improvement in the weather, and with Spring approaching, I've been reaching for the L'Oreal Lumi Magique Light Infusion foundation (£10.99) in shade Rose Pearl without even noticing. I love the way this foundation looks on my skin and makes it look more dewy and fresh... It doesn't look at all caked or overdone, but there's just something about it that makes my skin glow, and I can't get enough of it!
Moving on to concealer, I've found myself alternating between the Collection Lasting Perfection concealer (£4.19) and L'Oreal Lumi Magique highlighter pen (£8.49), sometimes even using both! Despite it's thicker consistency that I was convinced I wouldn't be so keen on in near-Spring, I've been applying Collections miracle of a concealer on a daily basis. It instantly wipes away any signs of tiredness under the eyes, and also covers blemishes wonderfully. Using the highlighter pen has also been giving results that I've been loving, especially under the eyes and on the cheekbones....
To set my foundation and concealer, I use the Rimmel Stay Matte pressed powder (£3.99) (surprise, surprise!). I instantly repurchase this without even thinking about it, and doubt I'll ever find an alternative that I love more! I always buy it in the shade 001 Transparent, as my foundation does a good job of providing colour to my face already, there's no need to add more...
Sticking with the face for a little longer, I always always always contour. Always. I know some people aren't fans of contouring, or only do it for more special occasions, but the definition it gives to your face is something I'm personally a massive fan of. Since purchasing the Urban Decay On The Run palette (£37), I've been sweeping the bronzer under my cheekbones in the hollows of my cheeks... Did someone say prominent cheekbones in minutes?
Full eyebrows are an absolute must... What's the point in doing your makeup if you're not going to fill in your brows!? My brows are as blonde as anything, and there are quite a few sparse areas... I've been using the Rimmel Professional Eyebrow Pencil (£2.99) in 002 Hazel, as well as the Fix eyeshadow shade in the On The Run palette to fill them in... Call me crazy, but it works...
After curling my eyelashes, I apply a single coat of the L'Oreal Miss Manga mascara (£8.99) on both my top and bottom lashes, and boy does it work wonders! My lashes instantly go from pretty much non-existent to long and voluminous! After discovering the Maybelline Lash Sensational mascara (£7.99), I've also applied a single coat on top of that, and oh my goodness... Simply, a match made in mascara heaven!
This routine typically takes me twenty to thirty minutes or so in the morning, and I feel ready to face the day! If I have a bit more time then I may be slightly more tempted to sweep some blusher on my cheeks, or even add some neutral eyeshadow and winged eyeliner... For a typical day I tend to stay relatively natural, there's no point in overdoing it for school!
Also, I promise I'm not sponsored by Rimmel or L'Oreal! It just so happens that the majority of my most-loved products are theirs!
I hope you've enjoyed reading my everyday makeup routine... I definitely loved writing it! Are there any products that are staples in your routine? Tell me in the comments!
My love of makeup doesn't stem from being insecure, although I do admittedly look less zombie-like without it. I'm comfortable in my own skin, just like everyone should be, but there's just something about makeup that makes my eyes widen and my infatuation grows.
Maybe it's just my inner child who likes drawing and painting... on her face...
I always like experimenting with makeup, trying new products and techniques, but when it comes to an everyday look for sixth form, I never stray too far from what I know best...
Naturally, starting off by applying the Laura Mercier foundation primer (£29) which I'm in love with! I can't quite believe I used to skip this step all the time... What on earth was I thinking!? Using a primer is something I would always recommend, especially for those longer days when you want your foundation to, you know, stay on your face for the entire day... I've noticed great results with this primer, and the best thing is definitely how long it lasts. Only the slightest bit is needed; my smaller 30ml sample tube has lasted since October and is still going strong! That being said, it is on the more expensive side, with a 50ml tube being £29... However, its sheer brilliance and ability to last what seems like forever makes it worth it.
Next, foundation... I bounce from one to the other all the time, depending on the time of year and how my skin has been behaving... Recently due to the slight improvement in the weather, and with Spring approaching, I've been reaching for the L'Oreal Lumi Magique Light Infusion foundation (£10.99) in shade Rose Pearl without even noticing. I love the way this foundation looks on my skin and makes it look more dewy and fresh... It doesn't look at all caked or overdone, but there's just something about it that makes my skin glow, and I can't get enough of it!
Moving on to concealer, I've found myself alternating between the Collection Lasting Perfection concealer (£4.19) and L'Oreal Lumi Magique highlighter pen (£8.49), sometimes even using both! Despite it's thicker consistency that I was convinced I wouldn't be so keen on in near-Spring, I've been applying Collections miracle of a concealer on a daily basis. It instantly wipes away any signs of tiredness under the eyes, and also covers blemishes wonderfully. Using the highlighter pen has also been giving results that I've been loving, especially under the eyes and on the cheekbones....
To set my foundation and concealer, I use the Rimmel Stay Matte pressed powder (£3.99) (surprise, surprise!). I instantly repurchase this without even thinking about it, and doubt I'll ever find an alternative that I love more! I always buy it in the shade 001 Transparent, as my foundation does a good job of providing colour to my face already, there's no need to add more...
Sticking with the face for a little longer, I always always always contour. Always. I know some people aren't fans of contouring, or only do it for more special occasions, but the definition it gives to your face is something I'm personally a massive fan of. Since purchasing the Urban Decay On The Run palette (£37), I've been sweeping the bronzer under my cheekbones in the hollows of my cheeks... Did someone say prominent cheekbones in minutes?
Full eyebrows are an absolute must... What's the point in doing your makeup if you're not going to fill in your brows!? My brows are as blonde as anything, and there are quite a few sparse areas... I've been using the Rimmel Professional Eyebrow Pencil (£2.99) in 002 Hazel, as well as the Fix eyeshadow shade in the On The Run palette to fill them in... Call me crazy, but it works...
After curling my eyelashes, I apply a single coat of the L'Oreal Miss Manga mascara (£8.99) on both my top and bottom lashes, and boy does it work wonders! My lashes instantly go from pretty much non-existent to long and voluminous! After discovering the Maybelline Lash Sensational mascara (£7.99), I've also applied a single coat on top of that, and oh my goodness... Simply, a match made in mascara heaven!
This routine typically takes me twenty to thirty minutes or so in the morning, and I feel ready to face the day! If I have a bit more time then I may be slightly more tempted to sweep some blusher on my cheeks, or even add some neutral eyeshadow and winged eyeliner... For a typical day I tend to stay relatively natural, there's no point in overdoing it for school!
Also, I promise I'm not sponsored by Rimmel or L'Oreal! It just so happens that the majority of my most-loved products are theirs!
I hope you've enjoyed reading my everyday makeup routine... I definitely loved writing it! Are there any products that are staples in your routine? Tell me in the comments!
I love Collection's Lasting Perfection Concealer & Rimmel's Stay Matte powder I use them almost every time I wear make-up! The Urban Decay Naked palette sounds fab, Its on my birthday wish list now :)
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That concealer is an absolute God-send! And you can't go wrong with the setting power for its cheap price! As an Urban Decay enthusiast I'd highly recommend any of their palettes, I hope you enjoy it! xx
DeleteLove your makeup bag! It's so cute! xx
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Aw thank you haha! Primark at it's finest! xx
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