Happy Thursday, everyone! As I packed my makeup bag for a holiday trip, I had a really hard time deciding what to bring and realized many of you may struggle the same way! If you're a beauty product stockpiler like me, you are probably a chronic over packer; if you have been wearing the same makeup for over 3 years, you are likely bored with your makeup routine & in need of a beauty overhaul. (not to mention you should probably throw everything away - including your makeup bag...)
Whether you're one extreme or the other (or somewhere in the middle), I hope you enjoy my winter 2012 faves!
1. Korres QUERCETIN & OAK NIGHT CREAM: I've been wearing this cream both morning and night since November. The key ingredients in this cream target elasticity and moisture without leaving an oily residue on the skin.
2. LE TEINT TOUCHE ÉCLAT BY YVES SAINT LAURENT: this foundation is PERFECT for wintertime. I actually purchased it this summer and found it to be too moisturizing in this humid Virginia climate, but now my skin is soaking it up! Everytime I wear this foundation I get compliments. (and it has SPF 19!)
3. LavishTan Organic Micromist Tanning Spray: I've been sunless tanning for almost 10 years and after using Lavish Tan I will never use anything else. We provide professional airbrush tans at our salon, but I keep this micro mist aerosol spray at home to touch up. Since the main ingredient in this product is brown sugar, you never have that awful "spray tan" smell, and it bronzes every skin tone without looking orange. Seriously, you'll fall in love.
4. Smashbox Halo Hydrating Perfecting Powder: Okay, we're all familiar with mineral foundation, thank to bare minerals. My biggest complaint with mineral foundations has always been the fact that it left skin looking chalky or it emphasized the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. NOT THIS ONE! It's advanced formulation of pure gold, 48 minerals, 11 amino acids and a powerful peptide deliver dynamic anti-aging benefits while the patented hydration system continuously revitalizes skin for a brighter, more radiant complexion all day. (Be aware that the powder runs dark, so make sure you buy one shade lighter. - Beige skin tones should buy 'Fair" instead of "Medium")
5. YSL ANTI-CERNES MULTI ACTION CONCEALER - this concealer is too heavy for summertime but will soak into the skin during the fall and winter months. it is densely pigmented for coverage of blemishes, yet lightweight enough for use under eyes.
6. By Terry Touche Veloutee highlighting concealer- OMG if there is one product I can't live without, it would be this. Everytime i put this product on a client, they order it. If i could order it from Paris wholesale, I would... By the truckload. Worn by Kim Kardashian, this product instantly depuffs and wakes up the eyes with a wash of light. It dries crease free and even covers blue, red, and purple undertones. AMAZING.
7. Bobbi Brown long wearing gel liner in black - this liner not only lasts all day, it doesn't turn blue, like most "black" liners. Just make sure you don't leave the top off or you're out of luck.
8. Smashbox Photo Op Eye Shadow Trio in DIGITAL - I can create almost any look with this trio. The soft matte pink is great for everyday, yet the deep plum can be built into the smokiest of smokey eyes. The silvery-granite color is perfect for drawing under the lower lash line to brighten any look.
9. Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara brings a makeup artist to every woman. For years, makeup artists have used the technique of layering mascaras for volume, length and waterproofing. Smashbox has brilliantly created an all-in-one mascara that lengthens, volumizes and locks in color for a smudge-free, flake-free, INTENSE lash line.
10. Smashbox Shades of Fame "High Shine" Lip Gloss in "Star" - No matter who you are or what look you are going for, a high-shine clear gloss is a staple. This particular gloss is long wearing without being overly sticky and it looks amazing. Wear alone or over your favorite stain or lip color.
11. MAC powder blush in "I'm the one" - I am in love with this blush. Layer it on the apple of the cheek to intensify color, or dust on the cheekbone and nose for a subtle everyday flush. It doesn't have shimmer so won't leave those with visible pores looking shiny or fake.
12. Smashbox Soft Lights highlighting powder in "Prism" - Since skin can appear dull during winter months, this powder can be worn alone or as a finishing touch to a complete makeup look. I like to dust it over the cheekbones, brow bones and bridge of the nose to give an irresistible glow that will have everyone begging for your secret to perfect skin.
XOXOXO
-Natalie
