HAPPY MONDAY, BABES!
If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen I’ve been sick all weekend and haven’t found the will power to get dressed or put make up on to take any pictures. So I thought today instead of putting my makeup on myself, I could list it all out for all of you to shop!
Below is a complete list of my daily beauty routine. My skin is extremely oily so keep that in mind while shopping my products. I try to purchase mattifying or oil-free products, but most have alternative options for dry skin!
ACURE FACIAL CLEANSER AND MOISTURIZER
First things first, let’s talk cleansers (I plan on doing a more extensive cleansing blog post soon, so stayed tuned for that). Because I have oily skin, I have to be really careful with my face wash and especially my moisturizer. Products with harsh chemicals tend to be really rough on my skin, so I love these all-natural products by Acure!
Shop: Acure Radically Rejuvenating Cleansing Cream
Shop: Acure Incredibly Clear Mattifying Moisturizer
MAKE UP FOREVER PRIMER
I never realized how important primer was until I started using it! It has magical powers that helps keep your foundation even all day long. I am obsessed with Makeup Forever Primer because it comes in a redness corrector version, which I totally need. I have found that even if I’m sunburned, this primer helps cover it up! They also have an oil control version. If they combined these two that would be a dream come true for me!
Shop: Makeup Forever Redness Correcting Primer
Shop: Makeup Forever Natural Primer
LANCOME FOUNDATION
I discovered this foundation several years ago when Sephora perfectly matched it to my skin tone. I’ve tried samples of other products since, but always come back to it! This item is a staple in my collection and it’s one of those items I would put on first if I only had a few minutes to get ready because it has great coverage, is lightweight, and blends into my skin perfectly! I have shade 100 Ivoire N, but they have 39 colors to choose from!!
Shop: Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Long Wear Foundation
Shop: Sephora Classic Multitasker Brush (#4)
Shop: Beauty Blender
NYX HD CONCEALER
What’s better than a concealer that has one purpose? A concealer that has two purposes? I not only use this (under $10) item for covering up blemishes, but I also use it across my t-zone (forehead, under-eye, nose, and chin) to make my contour stand out. I have this in shade albaster, which is about a shade lighter than my foundation so that it makes my t-zone stand out! I put it on with the wand then smooth it out with my foundation brush.
Shop: NYX HD Studio Photogenic Concealer (Shade: Albaster)
multiple shades available from other sellers on Amazon
LAURA MERCIER TRANSLUCENT SETTING POWDER
Baking. I discovered this secret trick a few months ago while searching for oily skin hacks. This is by far my favorite beauty hack! After putting on all liquid foundation and concealer, I use a beauty blender to apply this powder below my eyes and across my t-zone. I usually let it sit on for about 5 minutes and work on my hair or eyes in the meantime. This trick helps keeps the oils from making my makeup run or making my skin look shiny. I do this every day now!
Shop: Laura Mercier Translucent Powder ($10 cheaper on Amazon)
BARE MINERALS PERFECTING VEIL
Some people put on a powder foundation before baking (above), but I personally feel like it works better to put it on afterwards. If you only use powder foundation and not liquid, I would suggest doing this first then using the translucent powder! I gently brush this across my face – only a little bit needed! This gives my face a complete look. I use shade medium.
Shop: Bare Minerals Bareskin Perfecting Veil
Shop: Bare Minerals Supreme Finisher Brush
TARTE TARTEIST PRO GLOW CONTOUR AND HIGHLIGHT
This is one of the best smelling products I own! I don’t know why a wonderfully scented contour kit makes me happy, but it always does (don’t worry, it doesn’t leave your face scented). The gel formula bronzer is perfect for big events and nights out, but I don’t use it every single day (see next product). I do use the highlight every day though! I switch around between shades because I love them all so much. This kit is definitely one of my favorite beauty products.
Shop: Tarte Tartiest Pro Glow Contour & Highlight Kit (over $10 cheaper on Amazon)
Shop: Sephora Angled Brush – updated version (used when contouring)
Shop: Sephora PRO Stippling Brush (#44) (used for everyday bronzing)
SEPHORA COllection CONTOUR
For everyday bronzer, this Sephora Collection contour palette is my favorite. I use a mixture of the top right color, the bottom left, and bottom middle. They blend easily and look very natural. Plus, this palette is currently half off on Sephora’s website!
Shop: Sephora Collection Contour Palette
TOO FACED BLUSH
If you want the prettiest blush ever, this one is it! I use a pretty large blush brush so I can make sure to get all three colors in one swipe, then apply it with the darkest color right on my cheekbone. This product is especially great if you’re in a hurry and don’t have time to contour or apply bronzer or highlighter because it gives the subtle effect of both! I use shade Peach Beach.
Shop: Too Faced Sweethearts Perfect Flush Blush
ELF EYEBROW KIT
Y’all – this stuff is only $3 and works soooo well! I have had this same kit for probably 4-5 years and it still is only about half way gone. First I comb my eyebrows with this (also $3) Elf eyebrow brush. The powder shade gives my eyebrows the perfect caramely brown color I like and the gel helps them stay in place all day!
Shop: Elf Eyebrow Kit
Shop: Elf Eyebrow Brush
MORPHE & Urban Decay EYESHADOW palettes
These Morphe palettes come with so many colors and are all so perfect! I have palette 35T, but I’m not gonna lie, I had to flip a coin on which exact color palette to get because they’re all so good! The colors go on smooth with my fave Crown Brushes and look the same on my eyelid as they do in the palette. I love that they aren’t too vibrant but still show color on my eyes.
My second favorite eyeshadows are Urban Decay Naked Palettes. My only complaint is the brushes that come with them. They don’t seem to transfer the color very well and I feel like for the price of the eyeshadow, the brush should be top notch. However, if you already have good brushes or want to splurge on my favorite Crown Brushes, the color goes on great! The colors are perfect neutrals for every day looks. I have the Naked 2 and Naked Smokey (which was a limited edition a few years ago) and usually end up using colors from both.
Shop: Morphe Brushes 35T Taupe Eyeshadow Palette
Shop: Crown Brushes 6pc Limited Edition Syntho Brushes
Shop: Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette
ALMAY LIQUID EYELINER
I always top my eyeshadow off with a swipe of liquid eyeliner, and this Almay one is my absolute favorite. I have always used brown because my eyes are brown and I personally think it looks better on me, but they do make a black version as well!
Shop: Almay Liquid Eyeliner (both colors here)
LOREAL VOLUMINOUS LASH PARADISE MASCARA
I’ve used this mascara for a few months and I am OBSESSED! I’ve actually seen several other fashion and beauty influencers using it with similar reviews. What I love about this mascara is that it gives your lashes a good mix of volume and length. I usually feel like mascaras are one or the other but if you’re looking for both, then definitely check this one out.
Shop: Loreal Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
URBAN DECAY SETTING SPRAY
Lastly, to top it all off, I use this setting spray to hold everything in place. I don’t use this every day because I feel like the translucent powder does a similar job, but I always put it on before big events or nights out. I will warn you, if you don’t use waterproof eyeliner and/or mascara, you might want to spray this on before you apply those products, otherwise they might smear. I use the oil control version, but they also make a regular version.
Shop: Urban Decay De-Slick Setting Spray (Oil Control)
Shop: Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray (Normal)
BONUS – LIPSENSE
Every single time you’ve seen me with lipstick on, it’s ALWAYS Lipsense. I have so many shades because I love it so much, but my most used are Currant, Praline Rose, and Bombshell, either separately used or all three layered, pictured below! Because Lipsense comes from a multi-level marking company, I can’t link it, but I do know a few people that sell it and can get you the hook up if you’re interested! Simply google the colors you’ll find all kinds of palettes with colors to choose from!
And there you have it, my complete beauty routine! I have spent a lot of time researching these products and most of them I’ve been using for years with proof that they work well! If you want pictures of the make up on, all my Instagram photos (plus the photo above) show me with this exact make up on!
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions regarding the products as I know some of them are an investment.
HAPPY SHOPPING!
Love, Chloe
