Hair is a whole other topic but for now, here is my 10 minute makeup tutorial. Pictoral today. I'll work on getting my camcorder set up for live tutorials in the future :)
So we'll start with a list of products I'll be using today.
left to right:
MAC strobe liquid
Makeup Forever HD powder
Too faced Shadow insurance
My MAC 'Neutrals' Palette. We'll be using Taupe, Carbon and All That Glitters
Marcelle Tinted moisturizer (SPF 15, woo!)
Smashbox Brow tech to go.
DiorShow <3
MAC Vanilla pigment.
These colours are suggestions only or course and I personally prefer to use shimmery products. You might prefer Matte. Sometimes, I do too. For situations where you'll be photographed lots (eg. a wedding- use matte)
Using a MAC 190 brush or whichever brush you use for foundation, apply tinted moisturizer all over, blending well.
At this point, I put on my eyebrows using small feathery strokes. I need lots of 'filling in'. Pencil is easier for me but most people find that a small angled brush (MAC 208) and brown eyeshadow is easier to apply when you're in a hurry. I used to use L'oreal H.I.P in 'shady'.
Blend brows in using a spoolie or brow brush.
The shine will go away when you apply powder. I save this for the end.
This is when I choose to apply my highlighter. Today, I am using strobe cream. I use the same brush I used for my foundation. You could also dab it on with your fingers or a sponge though I find sponges just absorb product.
The purple areas [that I have photoshopped in] are where I brush my highlight. Think anywhere the sun will hit your face. The point is to bring out your cheekbones and all other 'high' areas on your face. Blend well. You don't need to look like a glittery raver. :p
Couture :p
Using a MAC 227, 213 or other medium fluffy shadow brush, apply All that glitters to the lid area only. Blend well.
In your outer corners and crease with a MAC 219 or other pencil brush apply Taupe or darker shadow. Use the fluffy brush you applied your lid colour with to blend the Taupe into your lids and crease.
With the MAC 208 line your lashes with Carbon. This is easier than using a liner but also has the benefit of making your lashes look fuller. I also blend a tiny bit of this into my crease.
At this point, I put MAC Vanilla pigment on my browbone and inner corner of my eyes with the fluffy shadow brush.
I also use this time to put a white liner on my lower waterline. With two kids, I don't get many full nights of sleep... this trick eliminates redness on the waterline, brightening your eyes and making the eyes look wider. Some people use a peach pencil and this is totally something I want to try!
Curl your lashes and apply mascara of your choice. I use DiorShow.
A peach blush will wake your skin up and warm your cheeks :)
Apply it to the apples of your cheeks
It totally helps to make a cutesy smiley face.
I'm using MAC 188 small duofiber brush for this. The white bristles are lightweight and help apply the blush with a light hand. Press harder and the black bristles will blend the product into your cheeks.
Put on a layer of translucent powder with a kabuki brush .
Finish with lips. Use whatever floats your boat however today I wanted a berry look. I'm using OCC LipTar in Strumpet (applied with a MAC 239) I know the 239 is an eye brush but after using a skinny lip brush with LipTar, I was not impressed with the results. This wider brush lets me put it on with the ease of a lipstick. Since it's a satin finish, I put a layer of MAC Hello Kitty lipglass in Sweet Strawberry over top for shine. Clear probably would have worked the same but with a sheerer finish.
Done, bazing!
This took me 12 minutes and that includes stopping to take pictures.
Proof!!
...and the mess.
Yeah, I'd prefer to look good when I go out... housework can wait.
So, that is my basic daily routine. I change it up here and there with the colours and usually use just clear lipglass or a more neutral toned lipstick but there you are. Comments or questions, just leave 'em below <3
Love!
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