I get asked all the time what my favorite beauty products are since I’ve tried about a gajillion and four. When it comes to a lot of items, I don’t have something I can’t live without, but there are some that I swear by for many reasons but bottom line, they help me look my best.
Moisturizer: Crème de la Mer
Why: I have dry skin (and combination in the T-Zone) and this moisturizer helps my skin look fresh and hydrated. Many people don’t know that it doubles as an eye cream.
Zit Concealer: Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer
Why: This two-in-one covers zits without looking cake-y but also helps them clear up thanks to salicylic acid.
Foundation: Chantecaille Future Skin
Why: I have never worn a foundation that goes on as evenly, looks as natural and covers as well.
Eye Concealer: YSL Touche Eclat
Why: It’s the perfect balance of concealer and brightener for the eye area. I sweep it all over the eye and then blend it in. If you find you’re in between shades, try mixing them together.
Cosmetic Sponge: The Beauty Blender
Why: It’s not just that it helps makeup blend so well; it also comes with a solution for cleaning the little pink sponge so it literally lasts forever.
Blush: Nars Orgasm
Why: This is one of the most universally wearable shades and it works on me whether I’m pale or a little tan.
Eyeshadow: Kevyn Aucoin
Why: I have used the essential palette for YEARS, but it’s not only long-lasting in the package, it stays on the eyes all day without budging or creasing. Plus, every color is wearable, from the pale white, which helps to open the eye up to the black, which is great for a smoky eye.
Eyeliner: mark Eyeliner
Why: This is the best $6 you can spend. It glides on so easily and washes off with any cleanser. I go through it rather quickly, for good reason.
Mascara: Dior DiorShow
Why: If I were allowed one makeup product in life, it would be this. My lashes look amazing when I wear this, it lasts a long time and washes off easily. Skip all the incarnations of this and go with the traditional formula in black.
Hair Styling Product: Bumble & Bumble Thickening Spray
Why: It gives roots a little oomph and volume but isn’t sticky or gunky like mousse can be. Plus, a bottle lasts for ages.
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I LOVE nars Orgasm. this was a great post!
I use 4 of these products faithfully too so I have to agree with your selections & going to have to try out some of the other products listed here! Great post!!