I thought this Friday I'd showcase my tried and true products that I use day in and day out, no matter what season or situation. These are the basics that get skipped over time and again on a favorites list because they might not be fun, but they always do their job.
This e.l.f. foundation serum is literally the only foundation I will ever wear in the warmer months. It's new this year and it is the best light weight coverage foundation I have every used. It also has an SPF 25 that isn't at all greasy. I don't have a personal photo of it because I used it all up and had to order more (I ordered 3!) The only downside is it doesn't provide a ton of coverage. For me personally, especially when it's 100 degrees out, I prefer that, but if you want a full coverage, you probably wouldn't like this.
This e.l.f. HD undereye setting powder is a cult favorite and it's for a reason. This sets your concealer so perfectly while brightening your undereye area. I use it religiously and yep, I have about 20 backups.
This L'Oreal Bare Naturale pencil in Slate is perfect for the waterline. I love to line my lower lash line but black can be way too harsh. This charcoal color is the perfect compromise.
This Doll 10 cream highlighter in Champagne is the perfect brow bone highlight. Since it's cream, it's really easy to get precision around your eyebrow. I just use a little bit on a small flat brush and my eyebrows look perfectly set.
This Lancome long wear eyeshadow base in Noisette is the perfect transition color for my eyeshadow. I use it everyday; it makes a great eyeshadow primer and it also gives that perfect color to build upon. Sometimes on lazy days I just use this and it gives a nice depth to the eyes without a lot of effort.
Tell me what your tried and true products are!
The under eye setting powder from elf is amazing. I had to go out and get their HD face powder, because I feel it's very similar to the under eye one. I just can't get enough! :)
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Isn't it the best? And it's so affordable, you really can't beat the quality for the price! Thanks so much for stopping in, I hope you have a wonderful weekend! XO -Kim
DeleteWhere would we be without the basics! My go to foundation is Estée Lauder Daily Wear and I love concealer sub ELF, MAC or cover girl. I hope you are having one fabulous Friday. I'm sitting at the beach with my mom commenting away! Lol. Enjoy a glorious weekend beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteYAY! I don't think there could be a better place to be on a beautiful summer Friday and especially hanging with the mom! I love it! I am such a boring person when it comes to concealers, I never stray, but I've heard the MAC is the best! The basics are definitely the best, really! Thanks so much for spreading your lovely positivity today my gorgeous friend, have a wonderful weekend! XO -Kim
DeleteLove that bone highlight and yes to ELF products - so affordable and the majority of them work so well! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeleteAgreed, ELF is such a staple for me, they are so good! The brow highlight is definitely a keeper and would be a beautiful cheek highlight as well! Thanks for stopping in gorgeous, I hope you have a lovely weekend! XO -Kim
DeleteOh wow, I really need to try that ELF foundation if you've ordered 3!
ReplyDeleteIt's a really really good one, so light on the skin! Thanks for stopping in lovely lady! XO -Kim
DeleteI'm really getting into cream blushes and I just swear by the new Barry M Speedy Quick Dry nail polish at the minute ( I don't think that counts as a make up fav but it's too amazing not to talk about ) I love it in the shade Road Rage which is a gorgeous pale blue and dries super fast which is great for someone like me who can't stand to sit still for too long ! :)
ReplyDeletelots of love, Marianne xxx
Nail polish totally counts as a makeup fave in my book! I really wish they sold Barry M in the states, but they don't (at least not where I live) but I have heard rave reviews about that polish! I've also heard it's super affordable which is always a bonus! I am exactly like you, I can't stand to wait for nail polish to dry so that sounds like a dream! Thanks so much for stopping in my lovely friend! XO -Kim
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