5.29.12 | HOW TO: EVERYDAY MAKEUP


You guys asked for it and here it is! By some miracle I've managed to get my everyday makeup routine down to just four products (unless you count what I use to fill in my eyebrows; I left that out). The most important things for me is a clear, glowing complexion and big, bold lashes. I'm not a huge fan of eyeliner or eyeshadow during the day, but you can always add those if you're going for a more dramatic look.

First, I mix a few pumps of facial moisturizer (any will do, so just use whatever works best for you) with a pea-sized amount of Mac Studio Fix Fluid. While this is by far my favorite foundation, it is a little heavy for everyday use, so I do this to make it wear more like a tinted moisturizer. I apply the mixture with my Sigma F80 flat kabuki brush, which gives a really even, airbrushed-looking coverage.

Next, I contour my face with bronzer and highlight my cheekbones with blush. My favorite duo is NARS Laguna & Orgasm, which you can conveniently buy together. I think I'm on my third one of these right now and that says a lot considering my commitment issues with makeup. For the contouring, I use my Sigma F40 large angled brush and apply the bronzer right underneath my cheekbones. I've been using some random brush I found in my drawer for blush, but I apply it from the tops of my cheekbones to my temples.

Finally, I finish the look with several coats of L'Oreal Voluminous mascara in Carbon Black, letting it semi-dry in between coats. I cannot sing enough praises about this mascara. It is a brilliant color, pretty much as black as mascara can be, and it's very easy to build, without becoming a clumpy mess.

And voila, all done and ready for a day out!

5 comments:

  1. Great summer look! I am addicted to Nars Orgasm!
    -Hannah

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  2. I love loreal's carbon black mascara! great everyday makeup look, it's light, easy and perfect for summer :)

    xx,
    Iqra

    masaladiary.blogspot.com

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  3. I finally, finally bought L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black (I think I owned it back in HS, but that seems like forever ago now) and I can't wait to use it!

    Coral @ keepinupwithcoral.blogspot.com

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  4. Wow! Only 4 products? That is awesome. I have never tried mixing moisturizer with foundation. Do you do a layer of moisturizer first and then add the combo?

    Amy

    fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com

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    1. I dab a little moisturizer in areas that are extra dry first, then apply the combo. :)

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