Surprise, surprise…this is a beauty post! I was inspired by Chrysa of
Stories and Sequins who did an awesome post on her beauty products earlier on.
Now, let’s take a look at my current staples. For those of you who have been following my blog, you’ll probably know that I use Dior’s Extreme Fit Supermoist Powder Foundation and MAC’s powerpoint eyeliner in Engraved. Occasionally, I’ll leave the house with just my tinted suncreen from Drx. π
Today, I’ll share with you some other products that I use in my daily routine too.
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If there’s one thing that I can never get enough of, it’s eye make-up. I have a multitude of eyeshadows in shades of brown and black. Shimmery, matte, whatever…you name it, I have it.
I’m currently besotted with the Naked palette from Urban Decay and have been using it most of the time. When I’m lazy, I’ll just use one shade over my lid. My favourite shades in this palette include Hustle, Creep and Dark Horse.
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I have rather severe dark eye circles, so concealer is one make-up item that I cannot do without. Recently, I’ve been using Benefit’s Stay, Don’t Stray as a concealer. It’s marketed as a primer, which means you’re supposed to use it before layering on your concealer and eye make-up, but it comes in a nude shade that conceals my dark circles perfectly well when I have sufficient sleep, so it doubles up as a concealer for me! A little goes a long way. I also like that it doesn’t crease like most concealers.
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Benefit’s Dandelion is a life-saver on days when I need that extra radiance boost. My cheeks are naturally rosy so blusher may not be necessary on most days but I like that Dandelion adds an instant glow to my face on days when I need it. It has such a smooth consistency and is surprisingly easy to blend.
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False lashes have also worked their way into my daily routine now because it is so easy to remove as compared to mascara. This is also my last step after eyeshadow and eyeliner. My favourite lashes are Dollywink lashes No.1 and No. 2, both of which can be purchased from Watsons stores. I especially like the Watsons store at Nex as it is perpetually well-stocked with Dollywink lashes.
Dollywink lashes come with thin transparent lash bands, which make them very flexible and bendable. The best part is, the lash band is hardly noticeable if you attach the false lashes close to your lash line.
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I don’t really use lip products although my drawer is filled with them. I only use them when I have functions/events to attend and among them, Canmake’s Nudy Glow lip gloss is my favourite. It is very opaque and comes in a nude pink shade, which is perfect for enhancing smoky eye make-up. One gripe that I have about this product is that it can be very drying, so it is important to slather on lip balm prior to application.
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Here’s the final look. I also added a dash of shimmery white eyeshadow (Majolica Majorca’s WT 963) near my tear ducts to open up my eyes.
I wish I could try out those coloured circle lenses but unfortunately, my astigmatism is way too high. So there, I’ll just have to live with my natural pupils!
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My hair is also growing out. I’m wondering if I should continue growing it out (I miss my long hair sometimes) or keep it short. What do you think? I would be very grateful if you could share your views with me!
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Thanks for sharing your products! I definitely have to pick some of these up π
I have never used any of these but your post got me interested in Benefit primer and dollywink falsies.
I like your makeup look, very natural and soft.
Hi Regina!
Thank you so much for linking my blog!:) Honestly, thank you!:)
I love seeing beauty products! We use the same Dior powder:) I have been using it for 2 years now and this week I was wondering whether it is time to change! I am very pleased with it, but I want to try something else for a change!
Your eye palette is amazing! The colors look very flattering:)
I generally use powder, blush, black eyepencil and mascara. In the past, I never used eye shadows and lipsticks, but everything changed 2 years ago!:) A big cosmetic store in Thessaloniki made very big sales and this is how I was introduced to their magic!:D Since then, I can't stop buying lipsticks! I have so many, that I have lost counting! I am a true victim and every time I buy a new one, I – almost:)- regret it!
Benefit also came in Thessaloniki and I see them in Zurich as well. I will try something from their product range as well:) (what a victim am I???)
I think that your short hair looks amazing on you! You have a very delicate face, with doll features, so I think that short hair totally flatters you:) Apart from powder, I wonder this as well lately:) (not that I spend my days wondering about hair and powder!!!!!:D)
Many kisses and again thank you,
Chrysa
Stories and Sequins
Dani – No problem at all! Happy to share whenever I can. π
Nelah – I can't stop raving about the dollywink lashes! I'm not sure if you could get them in the states, but having tried so many lashes, these are definitely my favourite! Thanks for your compliments. π
Chrysa – No problem at all! It is only right for me to do that because this post was honestly inspired by yours!
Oh wow it's such a coincidence that we both use the same powder! I've been recommending it to all my friends and they love it too. Which powder are you thinking of switching to? I tend to stick with what works for me because I'm afraid of trying new products on my skin. π
I think it's only natural for us ladies to fall prey to beautiful things like make-up. I can totally understand how you feel! I often wonder why I need all these stuff in my drawer when I don't even use half of them.
Thanks for your feedback on my hair! I actually like it short, but the maintenance is pretty high as I have to trim it every 2 months or so. I think I'll let it grow out again before deciding what I want to do with it. Haha don't worry, I know you don't spend all your time thinking about powder and hair!! π
Using the primer as a concealer is a great idea! Your makeup looks flawless. I have to say I LOVE your bobbed hair, but I know a bob can be annoying to maintain. I had my hair about that length before but got tired of dealing with it and went very short. You'll look lovely no matter what you decide to do!
Hello Heather!
Thank you, you are always so sweet and generous with compliments. π I think short hair is very chic but yes it is absolutely annoying to maintain. I wish I had the courage to go shorter than this, but I think this is the shortest length I'll ever try!
Hi Regina,
I'm completely obsessed with the naked palette too-isn't it amazing! I think your hair really suits you that length-very pretty π
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Hi Laura,
Thanks for your feedback! LOL I'll keep it at this length for a little longer before I decide what I should do with my hair. π