Monday morning FOTD

So the weather in my area is really starting to warm up. Yaay! That means several things – A) My dry skin is starting clear up…somewhat, B) There is sunlight in the morning, C) I am in a makeup state of mind!

Here is my Monday FOTD using mostly drugstore makeup. Click pics to enlarge.



















FACE:
L’Oreal Studio Secrets Anti-Dull Skin Primer applied with fingers
Revlon ColorStay Foundation in Caramel applied with fingers
Eve Pearl Dual Salmon Concealer & Treatment applied with fingers
Rimmel blush in Plum applied with ELF blush brush

EYES:
VS Primer
L’Oreal HIP Cream Paint in Lofty applied to entire lid with ring finger
Maybelline Quad in Designer Chocolates
Lightest color on lid – flat shader brush
Pinky color in crease and blended above – rounded blending brush
2 dark colors mixed to darken outer corner – applied with precision brush and bended with rounded blending brush
Maybelline Natural Smokes Quad
Lightest color to highlight – fluffy angled brush
Wet N Wild shimmer brown color on lower, outer lashline – precision brush
Maybelline Lash Stiletto mascara

LIPS:
Lancome Juicy Tube in Fifth Avenue Frosting


I did my makeup around 7 am and these pics were taken at 7 pm. I did not have to blot all day until right before I took the pics.

Preliminary Gushing for L'Oreal Studio Secrets Anti-Dull Skin Primer

I have been using the L’Oreal Studio Secrets Anti-Dull Skin Primer for the past few days. I don’t usually review a products so quickly after purchasing, but I had to let you guys know : THIS STUFF IS WONDERFUL! ERR’BODY NEEDS TO HAVE IT!



I have been applying it to my face after moisturizing and before foundation. I use less than a dime size amount to cover my entire face - the primer comes out orange with gold flecks but blends to an invisible, somewhat sparkly looking finish.



At first I didn’t know if I would be able to get past the sparkle, but baby, forget the sparkle! After about an hour I did not notice any obvious sparkle – it was more like a subtle glowiness. Yes, I just made up that word. This makes my pores look invisible and makes my foundation look flawless. I have not experienced oxidation or shininess and it is nearly 80 degrees here. I even walked around in the heat and did not have to blot at all when I came back inside.

I am impressed! I'll keep using this and give you a guys a more long term review in the near future.

Minimal Look using Drugstore Makeup

Hi Beauties!

I've been forbidding myself from buying any makeup because I feel that I have quite enough and I am also trying to save money. With that said, I have put myself on a makeup budget which has forced me to choose wisely! It has also gotten me to fall back in love with drugstore makeup...honestly, I don't think I could ever fall out of love with drugstore makeup :-)

There are some great drugstore makeup gems out there, trust me. Lower end makeup is good for anyone on a budget or anyone who is just starting to get into makeup.

I did VERY minimal look today using all drugstore makeup. I was going for the barely-there-nude-but-bronze look (if that makes any sense). lol!





FACE:
L'Oreal Studio Secrets Anti-Dull Skin Primer
Milani Pressed Powder in Honey Amber - brushed lightly over the face w a fluffy brush
Wet N Wild Bronzer in Bali Bronze ($2.99 from Rite Aid)

EYES:
L'Oreal True Match Super Blendable Concealer (used ring finger to blend from lashline to brown and under eye for dark circles)
Maybelline Lash Stiletto mascara

LIPS:
Rimmel lipgloss in Seduce

FOTD - Neutral Look

Hi Lovely Ladies!

Thanks to all the new subscribers to my blog. It's much appreciated :-)
I have a quick FOTD from this past weekend. I apologize for not doing more looks, but my skin in terribly dry due to the freezing cold temps!! I'm looking a little dry and flaky despite using Shea butter and Eucerin on my face UGH! I need help...what else can I use????

Anywhoo...I achieved this look with mostly L'Oreal products (Thank God for 75% off sales....I stocked up!)

















FACE:
Rimmel Fix & Perfect Foundation primer
MAC MSF Foundation
NYX blush in Terra Cotta
Everyday Minerals Color Corrector in BISQUE for dark undereye circles
Lancome concealer under eye, I think???


EYES:
L'OrealHIP Cream Shadow Paint in Lofty all over
NYX Trio in Dune (shade on the left) on lid
L'Oreal HIP Duo in Playful light side on lid, dark side in crease
L'Oreal HIP Duo in Lively (green side) outer V
Loreal ColorStay Black eyeliner
Revlon mascara

LIPS:
L'Oreal ColorStay Mineral Lipglaze in Continuous Pink 525
MAC l/g in Pink Lemonade


I'm not sure what's up with the placement of these pics, but I am not fighting with blogger anymore today...especially since I'm at work :-)


Stay warm!