My Makeup Journey

It's crazy when I think back and realize I've only started wearing makeup on a consistent basis about 4 years ago. I never wore any back in high school and university except for special occasions, and even then I had no idea what I was doing. Then I discovered YouTube beauty gurus and everything changed. For the better? Definitely for the worse when it comes to my wallet, haha. There were so many things to try - mascara, eyeshadow palettes, lipsticks, highlighters, bronzers - I wanted it all! There was definitely a learning curve (and some terrible attempts at a winged eyeliner) but I think I've finally figured out my makeup style. Going with full coverage makeup doesn't work for me - I actually prefer how I look when I remove all my makeup on those days. I've managed to come up with a natural everyday makeup look I like using the products below. And I can complete it in less than 10 minutes!

Top Row: 

1. Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in Fair

2. It Cosmetics Bye Bye Redness

3. The Body Shop All-In-One-Face Base in 045

Middle Row:

1. The Body Shop Bronzing Powder in Medium Matte

2. H&M Powder Blusher in Tawny Peach

3. Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed in Rose Gold

Bottom Row:

1. NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Yogurt

2. Tarte Lights Camera Lashes mascara 

3. Lancome Juicy Shaker in Vanilla Pop 

If I'm feeling fancy, I'll use eyeshadow and attempt a winged eyeliner but it still needs practice. No amount of YouTube videos I watch can help me nail down that darn wing. 

There are still definitely many days I'm completely bare faced (especially on days I have to work - sleep is more important!) but it's kind of nice having makeup skills now. A bit of concealer and mascara can do wonders in boosting confidence :) 

Gotta Put My Face On First

Thanks to the gorgeous YouTube beauty gurus, I've developed a bit of an addiction to makeup. It's fun to get dolled up in the morning and experiment with new looks. Here are a few of my favourite products that I always seem to gravitate to. 

1. The Body Shop All In One Face Base 

2. Urban Decay Naked2 Eyeshadow Palette

3. Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Honey

4. Benefit Brow Zings in Dark

5. Wet n Wild Colour Icon Blush in Pearlescent Pink

6. Maybelline Volum' Express The Rocket Waterproof Mascara

7. eos lip balm

8. NYC Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny