Let’s talk makeup! One of my favorite topics!! I have loved makeup ever since I was allowed to wear mascara in the seventh grade!🙈
FOUNDATION: When it comes to foundation, I love a good full-coverage foundation that lasts ALL DAY. I am frequently asked how I get my makeup to stay all day and the foundation that you choose is key to all-day wear! I have a favorite high end and low end foundation to share!
My favorite high end foundation is HERE. I discovered this foundation the day of my wedding when my makeup artist used it on me. I instantly LOVED the way that it made my face feel and the flawless finish that it automatically has. I did not feel that it was heavy on my face, however, I was thoroughly pleased with the coverage. I quickly asked her what foundation she was using and knew I had to buy some of my own when we returned from our wedding/honeymoon. I know that the price may seem high to some of you and, believe me, I thought the same thing. I am shocked at how long the bottle lasts me and how easy the colors are to mix when I am in between colors. I wear NC10 in the winter time and transition to NC15 when I start having some color to my skin!
My favorite lower end foundation is HERE. This foundation has been my GO TO long before I discovered the MAC Studio Fix Fluid. I found this through reading some of my favorite bloggers beauty posts and I knew had to try this foundation recommendation because of their incredible reviews. Needless to say, I FELL IN LOVE!! As cheesy as it may sound, this foundation and I have been through a lot together 🤣 It’s at a great price point and comes in SO MANY different colors with three different undertones to choose from (cool, neutral, and warm). This foundation goes on smooth, blends easily, lasts all day, and doesn’t break the bank. That’s a win in my book! I wear N1 in the winter time and I transition to N3 in spring and summer.
CONCEALER: My favorite concealer is HERE. Concealer is such an important part to adding dimension to your face. Concealer can darken the under eye, causing the skin to appear droopy OR it can brighten, lift, and elicit youthfulness. The power of the right concealer is a game changer – it can add age or take away years instantly! These are the reasons why I cannot recommend any other concealer than Tarte Shape Tape Concealer. This concealer is truly everything and more that all #tarte fans are raving about! My recommendation to get the most out of this concealer for YOUR face: get a shade (or two) lighter than your foundation color. Getting a lighter color will allow for the dimension and contrast to help the eyes appear brighter. Who doesn’t want that?!
APPLICATION: As far as application goes, I have some tips and tricks!
Foundation Application: I apply my foundation with a beauty sponge HERE. I have tried brushes and the difference in the finish of the foundation with a beauty sponge is incomparable. Whatever you do, apply your foundation with a beauty sponge – my favorite is this Real Techniques beauty sponge! I love the flat edge at the top because it can get in the creases really well. When applying the foundation, you want to avoid smearing the sponge on your face. Instead, pat the product into the skin with the sponge for a seamless finish. Another tip… apply your foundation down your neck and onto your ears for a flawless, complete look.
Concealer Application: I apply my concealer with the applicator brush attached to the concealer and the beauty sponge mentioned above. Draw a hollow triangle with the applicator brush under each eye with the flat side of triangle parallel to your lower lash line. Begin to work the concealer in the under eye area by patting up and down quickly. Again, you don’t want to smear the product with the sponge. You want to pat the product in!
One of my favorite tools that I own is this beauty spatula HERE. This little tool is very powerful for all my girls who are on a budget! Does it pain you to throw away a foundation bottle that still has some product in it that you can’t get out? This tools solves this problem for you. Best $5 product bought to extend the life of your ’empty’ foundation bottle!!
I hope that you have learned something new today! Thank you for reading! Let me know if you have any questions!