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2.25.2013

{my beauty essentials}

I'm the type of person that when I find a product I love, I stick with it. I'm willing to spend a little more money on brands that I can trust, and that work with my personality. This is true for clothing (hello Kate Spade), and definitely true for my makeup and beauty products. I guess I just have too much experience with foundation that doesn't match my skin color or moisturizer that makes me break out.

For a lot of the items that I use on a regular basis, I've been using them for years and I don't see myself changing that any time soon. My beauty routine is pretty simple too, so I don't have a problem spending a little bit more on those perfect products for me. 
mascara :: Sephora // blush :: MAC // eyeshadow palette :: Stila // powder :: Bare Escentuals // eyeliner :: Sephora // moisturizer :: Cetaphil // hair oil :: Garnier Fructis // perfume :: Chanel

I've actually been using that same perfume for at least eight years now, though I only tend to use it a few days a week (because, I mean, that is a little too much for me). On off days, I like to use Victoria's Secret body mist, which is obviously more casual but doesn't smell too fruity for me. I also just discovered Laura Mercier HydraTint, which I love. It goes on like chapstick, but has color to it. I never remember to put on lipstick, so it's kind of perfect for me. 

What are your beauty essentials?

16 comments:

Unknown said...

I love cetaphil! And MAC's blush is one of my favs!


Carly
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Unknown said...

We're pretty similar! I used to use bare essentials powder, but had to switch to something similar with mac since they don't carry BE here. I also use mac blush and Chance. Mascara is from body shop and eye shadow is from benefit :)

xxx

Jenna

Unknown said...

ooh that stila palette looks beautiful!

Unknown said...

I sure need a beauty boost - and a new mascara!! Friend, your so talented - I always love your collages and handy work! :) too cute!

Unknown said...

I love cetaphil! It's helped my skin so much. That eyeshadow palette looks so pretty. I love finding new palettes!

Unknown said...

my scent is Coco Mademoiselle - I ran out months ago but I simply can't stomach spending that much money on a new bottle! if only Jon were the cliché type and had bought me a normal Valentine's Day present... haha :)

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Unknown said...

Ha, right? Robert nevers buys me perfume either! I usually get it for Christmas from my mom :)

Unknown said...

Cetaphil is definitely the best moisturizer I've used, much better than Olay or anything fancy like that! And that palette has some really pretty neutrals. It's perfect for a low-maintenance makeup girl like me :)

Unknown said...

Thanks Meg! This has to be my favorite mascara I've found so far, but it's a bit pricey ($15). Let me know if you find anything good!

Unknown said...

It's my favorite eyeshadow I've found recently! The colors just look really good with my skin tone.

Unknown said...

I love BE, since I don't really need that much coverage. How is MACs version? I love that I don't feel so guilty when I forget to take it off at night, since it's a mineral powder :)

Unknown said...

I love MAC for almost everything, really! I use their foundation and powder when I want really good coverage, but it's a little too expensive to use on a daily basis :/

Unknown said...

I love seeing what other women's beauty essentials are and I'm really intrigued by that Stila palette - the mix of colors looks really versatile and perfect for travel! My beauty routine changes every few months but I cannot live without Le Metier de Beaute's peau vierge tinted moisturizer (pricey but lasts me almost a full year) and a MUFE aqua eyes liner (the only liner that stays all day for me)!

Unknown said...

I'm so weird, but I never wear perfume! Nick says that he likes my natural smell and most scents actually make me sick to my stomach. I know, I'm such a horrible girl! haha. My aunt just gave me a sample of Bare Escentuals. I can't wait to try it!

Unknown said...

SO cool, someone who is wearing only powder like me! I want to ask you if u have any cleanser which u swear by! thank you.