Thursday 21 August 2014

What's inside my makeup bag : The Summer Edition


Oh hello there, bet you weren't expecting to see me.
Seeing as we're half way through summer and after a purchase of a super organised makeup bag curtesy of none other than Tkmaxx (which also bares resemblance in design to a pencil case I once had in my first year of secondary school). What's a better way to blow the cobwebs off my blog?

A quick overview..The bag itself has two main sections which I use to store my face & eye products. The middle section which comes equipped with a zip is perfect for storing smaller slimmer products, and is used for lipstick. For sneaky storage and for those suuuuper organised, you can even use the sections that connect the side sections. All that and still change from a tenner.

To start the Benefit Porefessional Primer, ohhhhh my. A silicone based primer that once applied makes for baby smooth skin with an increase in longevity when it comes to how long my makeup lasts.  Foundation of choice is a toss up between Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua and Georgio Armani's Luminous Silk depending on where I'm going and how long I need my makeup to last. Both high end choices but if ever there was a justification; summer allows for lighter application and thus rest assured both are used very sparingly. I have a feeling I will be scrapping the last remainders when they run out. For blemishes and under-eye circles it's Collection 2000 Lasting perfection concealer, an oldie but a damn goodie. I use a shade lighter for under my eyes. To set my make up I rely on Mac's Studio Fix powder. Well,a girls gotta get her heavy coverage fix from somewhere.

I bravely opted for "medium deep" with Estée Lauders Bronze Goddess as I am ever the optimist when it comes to gaining a summer tan. I've actually been using the powder brush by Real Techniques which does a great job of warming up the face thus giving the illusion of having a natural sun-kissed glow. No nasty brown lines here. Lastly it's blusher (or blushes), Nars Guy Bourdin blush palette comes with four blushes and an accompanying bronzer and highlighter all housed together in one slim case. Personally, I'm waiting for the day when Nars doesn't include Laguna or Orgasm into every palette but its undeniably nifty for on the go.

For brows, it's all about the brow bar to go from Whitening Lightening. Aren't makeup bags all about having multi-purpose products? Both colours can be used as eyeshadow and the darker colour is great for nose contouring as well. (winner, winner) For a sweep of colour across the lids, there is really only one palette that has been a firm favourite throughout the last few months: Too faced "Natural Eyes Palette". Slightly late to the party on this on. The colours blend like a dream with great colour payoff. The best part? The shadows are conveniently laid out into different eye looks and the palette even comes with a handy look book if you are ever in need of a little inspiration. Talk about convenience. A honourable mention goes to the Maybelline Colour Tattoo in "on and on bronze" a great compliment for blue eyes  and one I reach for if I'm in a hurry. (I.e 5 out if the 7 days.)

Last up (and where I have the most variation), are lip products. Tanya Burr has hit the nail on the head with her range of lipgloss and I am now a proud owner of 8 of them! (Post to come later this week). Chic & Aurora get a big thumbs up from me. I should also note that Chanel's Rouge Coco Shine lipsticks in the shades Satisfaction, Romance and Boy have been pretty much on the rotate.

It's worth noting that even when carrying multiple choices of Mascaras and lipsticks theres still plenty of room for my daily make up brushes. Well, one choice of lipstick is never enough..

17 comments:

  1. Your makeup bag is so pretty! I absolutely adore the Porefessional primer, it's amazing!

    The Velvet Black // UK Style, Beauty and Lifestyle Blog

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    1. Tkmaxx is fab for makeup bags at the moment! :) xx

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  2. Thanks for your comment on my post. Everytime I see that Guy Bourdin palette I feel really envious! It looks absolutely lovely! What colour do you use the most from it? Gemma x

    Beautiful Life as I know it

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    1. Unfortunately there are no names on the back but I really like the two shades on the right. (I think they're limited edition though!) for something similar definitely try "Sin" from Nars :) xx

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  3. that nars blush palette just looks so beautiful. the shades are incredible and i just love nars blushes in general.
    xx

    loovelle.blogspot.com

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    1. .. & they're good value if bought in palettes! Xx

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  4. I want to try nars palette!)it's my little dream))unfortunately, there're no nars in Russia(

    http://svlnblog.blogspot.ru

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    1. Thanks so much for your comment! It's a shame that you aren't able to get the brand in Russia. Have you tried ebay? :) x

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  5. You have such lovely bits! Both of those foundations are on my must try list! I have heard such great things about them :) Loving your blog by the way!

    http://emilyjane94.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Thank you! I would definitely recommend you to! Look out for tomorrow's post involving these two foundations - I think you'll like it! :) x

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  6. I love your pictures, the lighting is great and I like how you set everything up :) And wow that chanel lipstick is gorgeous! ;)

    Every Day In Grace

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    1. Thanks so much for your kind words Grace! These were taken first thing this morning, around 8.30am. I made the set by slotting together a couple of floorboards that we had left over after renovating our living room and then just painted it white! It's all about using the materials you have around you. I could write a post on my set up if that helps x

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  7. I absolutely love the makeup bag! A nars palette is definitely something i need to invest in, and this particular one looks amazing! Great post! Love your blog!
    Amy x
    http://amyschitchat.blogspot.co.uk/

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  8. You have such lovely products! I definitely need a Too Faced palette in my life! :)

    Style Sunrise☀

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    x

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  9. What a lovely blog, and great pictures too 

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    Fleur x

    http://itsmefleur.blogspot.co.uk/

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  10. that makeup bag is adorable! I'm constantly looking for new ones because my bag is always overflowing lol! -Jessi
    www.confessionsofacollegejournalist.com

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  11. Would love that blush palette!!

    http://beautylymin.blogspot.ie/2014/08/giveaway-lorac-pro-palette.html

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