Since I've been wearing essentially the same look all Winter, I figured I should share with you the contents of my makeup bag before Spring arrives! The same lineup has been in rotation for at least three, even four months now, which is a record setting length because I get bored of makeup easily. These are tried and true so a few of the products won't be a surprise!
Since my skin is currently healing from my chemical peel, which I shared on my Instagram story, here is a preview of my upcoming Acne Covering tutorial with the five concealers I will be showing in action. Again, I apologize for the delays with that video because I've had every audio and lighting issue imaginable which is why I've re-filmed it four times already! Instead of dwelling on that, however, I wanted to share why these are the best concealers for my normal/dry acne-prone skin.
The DiorSkin Airflash Spray Foundation has always been one of my favorite formulas for a camera-ready complexions due to its velvety airbrushed finish. It feels ultra lightweight yet makes the skin look supremely smooth. Shared here is my foundation routine and tips for photogenic skin!
The start of this new year has been interesting to say the least. From moving (again) to health and fitness to makeup, I feel that so much of my life has changed, and for the better. My skin is nowhere near perfect, but it improved greatly in 2015 and I am proud of the progress. Since I am finally free of cystic breakouts and purple welts, I love going sheer and weightless when it comes to my base makeup!
The holidays are my favorite time of year to get dressed up, but it can be hard to find time or inspiration because there's always too much to do! I tried to show you a look that can be done quickly but still look amazing in pictures without looking too dramatic in real life. Although there are a lot of concealers and prep involved because of brightening up the complexion, I thought it was necessary to demonstrate all the steps because many of us are sick and/or sleep deprived right now!
On Eyes: Strange, Limit + Nooner, Blackheart, Dust and Factory
As stated in the introduction, I used several new products that I ordered from Sephora. It's always difficult to use products for the first time on camera, but the risk paid off this time because the Surratt products I chose this round are phenomenal. His lip products I've tried in the past were average at best (too drying), but the Surratt brow pencil and highlighter really surprised me! I've already ordered a few more in different colors to see how they perform, so keep an eye out for updates soon. I hope you find the video helpful and enjoy all the beauty chit chat! xo
Tom Ford's Spring 2015 collection is — as usual — a whole lot of eye candy! Today I will share how to wear all three Eye Color Duos and wrap up with a swipe of the new Teal Intense mascara. Check out all the product details and swatches after the jump!
March was a long yet productive month, and as usual, was full of beauty discoveries! I did my best to include as many fresh and brand new releases as possible, but I included some classics like Armani's Luminous Silk as well as St. Tropez's tanning products for good measure. Also, I included a couple more makeup brushes at the end of the video since the reviews are so highly requested! I realize that many of you are waiting on a Hakuhodo brush guide, but I am planning to hold off until I purchase the rest of the brushes on my wish list. My SUQQU Face Brush was finally delivered from Selfridge's after a few months of sitting on the wait list, so you can look forward to seeing a feature here on the blog in April's Favorites video! If you have any other review requests, please feel free to list them in the comment section below xo
Tom Ford released his new Illuminating Highlight Pens last year, but I have only just been able to experiment with these dreamy, versatile products. There are shimmery and matte shades, available at Neiman Marcus or Bergdorf Goodman, all swatched and described toward end of the post. Click below to see more photos!
From Harrods.com: Tom Ford believes in balance and symmetry. The illuminating highlight pen allows you to enhance, contour or diminish your features to create the appearance of symmetry. The range includes eight highly micronized shades: four tones that catch the light and bring focus to the cheekbones and eyes to create balance and symmetry (Citrine, Lavender Voile, Peach Blush and Liquid Bronze) and four tones that act as skin-priming concealers to diminish flaws and shadows (Naked Bisque, Dusk Bisque, Amber Éclat and Sable Intense). All eight tones work to soften and diffuse light for a smooth and undetectable finish.
Benefit released news regarding their newest concealer, the Fakeup Hydrating Concealer Coverup, a couple weeks ago. Many of you that follow me on Instagram were very intrigued by this product, so I spent an extra day testing the wear of this product to make sure it was something I would still recommend since I fell head over heels for it at first swipe. I can confirm that it does last at least 6 hours, but read on to find out more!
Hello, everyone! I posted a picture of Benefit's newest product launch, a hydrating concealer called FakeUp, on my Instagram account today and I was flooded with questions. I generally do not rave about products after immediate use, but this product is truly phenomenal in my book thus far.. fairly priced, lovely packaging. It is intended to hide dark circles and diffuse fine lines for silky smooth coverage. I can attest to the hydrating properties, but I have the shade 02 Medium, which is a touch too dark to see if it will effectively conceal my dark circles. I will hold the release of the review until I can test the wear time and receive the shade that should better match my fairer skin, 01 Light. So please, hold all further questions until I can properly test the product!
Do keep in mind, however, that if you are interested in trying this new concealer, Benefit will be holding a 1-day FLASH SALE today, Thursday February 7, at select Benefit counters across the country. You can find the list HERE to see if FakeUp, $24 USD, will be available at a counter near you! For those who do not live nearby any of these select counters, FakeUp will be available online at www.benefitcosmetics.com beginning February 19 and in stores nationwide beginning March 4.
Thanks so much for your patience! And for those who cannot wait, happy shopping!
Since it was highly requested in the comments in my last Favorite Powders episode, I filmed this Favorite Concealers video at 1AM today! I know there are quite a few reviewed, but most of you know by now that I like variety and I switch things up based on how often I am traveling or when my skin condition changes.. I have been experiencing some acne recently from stress and lack of sleep, so I will try to get around to filming a concealers/makeup video for acne soon! Hope you enjoy.. Don't forget to subscribe to stay up to date!
My Favorite Concealers:
Tom Ford Traceless Foundation Stick in 03 Fawn
Dior Diorskin Sculpt Concealer in 002
Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer in Sand
Lancome Regenerie Eye Multiple Action Eye Cream & Concealer Duo in Medium
Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Concealers in Frais/Cool for eyes & Medium for face
Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage in SC-4
MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer in NC30
*Better for spots: MAC Pro Longwear
Revlon PhotoReady Concealer in 003
Makeup Worn:
YSL Teint Touche Eclat Foundation in B40
Becca Mineral Powder Foundation in Nude
Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Concealer in Frais/Cool on eyes
Tarte Amazonian Clay Bronzer in Park Ave Princess
Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in Natural Grey
Tom Ford Cognac Sable Eyeshadow Quad [Copper Glitter only]
Lancome Artliner in Black and Ardell Demi Wispies Lashes
Guerlain Shine Automatique Lipstick in 760 Lou Ling
Tom Ford Lip Lacquer in Gold Dust
I've never worn concealer regularly.. until now. I do not even wear base make-up, much less any kind of make-up, daily. I usually apply my skin care, curl my eyelashes, and call it a day. I prefer to allow my skin to breathe when I am not filming a tutorial or testing a new product but these Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Correcteur concealers have managed to change my stance on concealer. I'd rarely use concealer, even in my tutorials, instead opting for a highlighter like YSL's Touche Eclat. But now I notice and appreciate the significant difference in how much brighter and smoother my complexion looks when I use the PV concealers, which is why I now use them every time I do choose wear a base.
My stand-by concealers are Dior Sculpt in 002 and Cle de Peau Concealer in Beige but we'll use the similarly packaged CdP stick concealer to compare quality and performance. I actually gave my Cle de Peau concealer to my grandmother the other day because I feel the formula of the PV concealer is that good. The PV concealer lasts for 6 hours and does not migrate into the fine lines of my eyes the way the updated formula of the CdP concealer does. My grandmother's eyes are oily so it works better for her but my eyes are extremely dry so I prefer the slightly more moisturizing formula of the PV. In the photo below, you see Fraise/Cool on the left and Medium on the right.
I use Fraise/Cool directly beneath the eyes and a touch of Medium to cover the patchy red and brown hyperpigmentation directly below the orbital bones. I have not used it long enough to see substantial effects of the concealer's retinol and other skincare bonuses, however, but my fine lines are less noticeable and the concealer does seem to boost the effectiveness of my Jeune d'Age Organics moisturizing eye cream, which is a must-have for dry eyes. I apply a layer of eye cream and wait for it to dry first. Then I warm up the concealer against my fingertip and dab it on, smoothing it out with my Le Metier de Beaute concealer brush.
Conclusion: Yes, these LMdB Peau Vierge concealers are very expensive but the price is justified considering the outstanding pigmentation and performance. I will definitely be repurchasing both Fraise and Medium and can't wait to use them in conjunction with my Peau Vierge Tinted Treatment in Shade 2 when it arrives next week!
This review contains sample products sent for consideration by PR but the post is not sponsored and opinions expressed are based strictly on my own experiences.
