Everyday Makeup Routine

Hi friends!

I posted the videos of my everyday makeup routine on my Instagram here. They are under the 'Makeup Tutorial' highlight.

Below are the details of the product I used in the videos, most are linked for you!

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Moisturize & Prime

First Aid Beauty Face Cream SPF 30

Makeup Forever Primer -Apply to whole face except eyelids.

Too Faced Shadow Insurance - Apply small amount to eyelids.

Eye Shadow

Anastasia Beverly Hills 10k - All over lid.

MAC Espresso- Bottom lid, except for inside corner. I apply this under my bottom lashes right before I apply mascara.

MAC Quarry - Outer corner and crease, it applies more dark brown than purple.

MAC Haux - Middle of bottom lid to add color. You can switch this color for another color that highlights your eye color better.

MAC Shroom - Inside corner and right below the brow.

Foundation

Garnier BB Cream - Oily/Combo Skin
 This will apply very wet and watery but will dry beautifully.

Beauty Blender - submerge it in water. squeeze a few times, take it out of water and squeeze excess water off. Apply foundation by bouncing the beauty blender on skin to apply product.

Setting Powder

Concealer

Tarte Shape Tape (Color : Light) - Apply a small amount under eye. Blend with Beauty Blender under eye and top of cheek bone. Apply from outside corner of eye to outside end of eyebrow to create a cleaner look for your eye shadow.

Laura Mercier Brightening Setting Powder - Apply with your beauty blender focusing on under eye, chin, forehead, and nose. Apply generously. Allow it to set for a minute or two and then brush away excess with a powder brush.

blush

Bronzer

Too Faced Chocolate Soleil (Color: Medium/Deep) - Apply this lightly around whole face and neck. Apply heavy under cheek bone, top of forehead under the hairline, down the jawline, creating a # 3 on side of face.

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hr Blush (Color : Paaarty) - Apply on apple of cheek blending up slightly toward ear.

BRows

Highlighter

MAC Naked Lunch - This is an eye shadow I use as highlighter. I love the color and how it applies. It stays on better and is not as shiny as most highlighters I have tried.

MAC Espresso - I use this on my lids and as my brow filler. I find a smaller eye shadow brush and apply on my brows lightly, building up where it needs to be. This creates a more naturally full look instead of a penciled on look.

Mascara

Loreal Voluminous Eyelash Primer - Apply this 1st to your lashes. Allow them to dry completely. It goes on white but dries clear.

Loreal Voluminous Mascara in Black - Apply on top and bottom lashes

Setting Spray

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray - This stuff is awesome if you know you'll be sweaty or wearing your makeup for a long time.  Spray in an X and T motion on face.

Lips

Soap and Glory Pillow Plump (Color : Nude in Town) - I LOVE this product. It plumps your lips up and will tingle for a bit when you first put it on. This color is beautiful too. For a gloss, it is not too sticky either.

MAC Lipglass Love Child - This is another favorite I wear for a little shimmer and great color.

Top 5 Skin/Hair Care Essentials

Arizona sun is different than anywhere else. I know, it sounds kind of dumb - and yes, I am aware it is all the same sun - but I swear it is just stronger here than anywhere I've been before.

I spent the first couple of days here with a constant headache. I can't seem to drink enough water, no matter how many reminders I set.  ( I feel like I'm Sponge Bob stuck in Sandy's house with no water... y'all know what episode I'm talking about, so don't even begin to laugh at me. )

My skin and hair were hating me for moving here; I knew I had to start trying new products to revitalize my body.

Disclaimer: I am not "sponsored" or paid by any of these brands. Nor did I receive any product for free. I wish I did, my finances would really love that, but I paid fully for each one. So these are tested and true reviews!

Here are my top 5 essential Skin/hair Care products for surviving Harsh environments :

1. Agave Lip Mask by Bite Beauty. $26

This stuff is a game changer. I have gone through almost every brand and type of lip care, and absolutely NON compare. It is definitely the most expensive "chap stick" I have ever bought, but it has lasted me so long. Clark has also been using it since his lips get really chapped from being on the field in the sun all day. You only use a little bit each application, so after doing the math this is the less expensive buy, long-term. It's a thick gel (that's the closest consistency I can think of to describe it). Next time you're in Sephora go test it right when you walk in and walk around with it on for a while. You will be singing it's praises also.

2. Ultra Repair Cream (Intense Hydration) by First Aid Beauty. $30

I was pressured into buying this by a brand rep in Sephora. She completely fooled me into believing she was just another employee and that First Aid Beauty was her favorite brand. But wow am I glad she sold me. It is made for all skin types and keeps my skin moisturized all day long. Plus it can be used all over the body. It also is free of scents, which I love! Clark uses this on his beard and is a fan, so it's husband approved. They give you an ample amount in the jar so I don't freak if he uses too much either. (You know you hate sharing your fancy, expensive products with others...don't lie to yourself)

3. Rough & Bumpy Skin by Gold Bonds $10

If anyone else out there has those red, weird bumpy things on the back of their arms that kind of look like zits mixed with Rosacea: this product is for you. I've always had them and was told there wasn't much I could do. I have tried the expensive prescribed moisturizers from dermatologist and they were a waste. I found this recommended online with weekly exfoliation and it has taken them away. Since being out in Arizona those bumps have gotten worse so this has become a daily application to my body. And you can get it from anywhere. I purchased mine on Amazon.

4. Fresh Soy Face Cleanser. $38

I started using this before I came to Arizona, but it has kept my skin clear still even while experiencing a drastic change in environment. Its a soft gel cleanser and smells fresh (guess that explains the name lol). It doesn't have any added scents but you can tell they use cucumber in it. It has calmed the redness in my skin and I don't have many breakouts anymore. I've tried a lot of different skincare brands too, and my face always stops responding to them. But this is still going strong six months later. The 5.1 oz is enough for about three months; I wash every night and most mornings. I recommend trying the smaller travel size ($15) first, since it's pricier than your average Neutrogena. Everyone's skin is different but this is a must try if you can't get a hold of yours.

5. SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Hair Masque $10

This is one of my newer purchases. Since being in Arizona, my hair consistently feels dry even when I let it soak in my conditioner. I bought this three weeks ago and so far it has been revitalizing my hair. I used to use a hair mask weekly, but stopped about a year ago because the one I loved was too expensive and I was broke. Well, I'm still not rolling in money- but this masque was $10 so I had to go for it. I put it on after I have cleaned my hair and brush it through with a wide-tooth comb. I let it sit for 5 ish minutes and then rinse COMPLETELY, otherwise my hair will get greasy. It keeps it soft and healthy.

Let me know your thoughts if you try/use any of these. If you have questions feel free to ask!