You could say when it comes to make up, I'm a little, maaaajorly obsessed with it.
Here is a snapshot of some of my daily essentials, my must haves.
Here is a snapshot of some of my daily essentials, my must haves.
How do you prep your face?
Every night I religiously take my make up off using the Garnier Skin Naturals collection- the Softening Cleansing Lotion and the Softening Toner. They do an amazing job at removing make up and keeping your face hydrated at the same time! Not only this, but it doesn't sting. I simply cannot use baby wipes/face wipes as jeeeezz they sting like a bi***h!
Every night I religiously take my make up off using the Garnier Skin Naturals collection- the Softening Cleansing Lotion and the Softening Toner. They do an amazing job at removing make up and keeping your face hydrated at the same time! Not only this, but it doesn't sting. I simply cannot use baby wipes/face wipes as jeeeezz they sting like a bi***h!
Although the cleanser and toner aim to not dry out the face, I don't think you could eliminate the fact that your skin needs moisturising and hydrating. My two fave products for this are the 'Simple- Kind to Skin collection- Hydrating Light Moisturiser' it's really light on your face so it feels incredible; I cannot stand it when your face feels heavy e.g from putting too much product on.
I've only just tested out the 'Chanel- hydrating cream' as it came as a tester with a recent purchase.... WOW! I've always always always stuck by Chanel 100% and I'm so glad I have done. This hydrating cream is incredible. If you're looking for a glowing effect- this is the product for you! It's on my wishlist now for pay day so I can get the full thing!!
I've only just tested out the 'Chanel- hydrating cream' as it came as a tester with a recent purchase.... WOW! I've always always always stuck by Chanel 100% and I'm so glad I have done. This hydrating cream is incredible. If you're looking for a glowing effect- this is the product for you! It's on my wishlist now for pay day so I can get the full thing!!
To the juicy bit.... The actual make up application:
My foundation is again my favourite brand, Chanel. Honestly, I've tried MAC, Rimmel and many other high street brand and nothing compares to this. I use the Chanel Vitalumiere in 30 Shell. This usually isn't the reason anyone would buy a foundation... But honestly the smell is INCREDIBLE. Not only does your face look amazing, but it smells amazing too!
My foundation is again my favourite brand, Chanel. Honestly, I've tried MAC, Rimmel and many other high street brand and nothing compares to this. I use the Chanel Vitalumiere in 30 Shell. This usually isn't the reason anyone would buy a foundation... But honestly the smell is INCREDIBLE. Not only does your face look amazing, but it smells amazing too!
I'd 100% recommend this foundation to anyone! Most of the time with purchases from Chanel you receive little freebies too, that's awesome right?!
P.N I do use highlighters/primers/brow kit and any extra products as my post would've almost been a full photo album if I included everything- If you want any details feel free to message me!
The cheeks/face...
The cheeks/face...
For my bronzer I use the MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Bronzer in 'GIVE ME SUN'. (left product) This bronzer is perfect if you're wanting a shimmery look... But also a heavily bronzed cheek- which I do given my brunette locks and darker skin.
I apply the bronzer using a Real Techniques Bronzing Brush to the bottom of my cheekbone, lining up with my ear and my top lip. I then apply the bronzer to my temples and blend upwards to the to top corners of my forehead.
After applying my MAC bronzer, I apply the Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact in 'Beige', this is my ultimate essential, I honestly couldn't live without it... It adds so much more to the cheeks, really highlighting and complimenting my harsher looking bronzer. These two are the ultimate duo!
After applying my MAC bronzer, I apply the Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact in 'Beige', this is my ultimate essential, I honestly couldn't live without it... It adds so much more to the cheeks, really highlighting and complimenting my harsher looking bronzer. These two are the ultimate duo!
The eyes...
Firstly, I apply the Benefit 'Stay Don't Stray' eye primer and brightener- this is perfect if you're wanting to add the harsh white contrast underneath your brows to compliment them.
I then use my MAC white eye shadow and cover up and over my crease to my brow line, before applying my NAKED 2 palette colour of my choice to the creases.
For my eyeliner I use the gel paint point in black from MAC, and the MAC 209 brush to apply, this creates a strong and bold eye liner look. Because I'm using a paintbrush, I am able to thin out my flicks due to the natural fading of any brush stroke- creating a natural looking flick or dramatic if you press harder.
For my mascara I use the Chanel mascara in black- Be careful as this has occasionally made both my mum's and my eyes itch. Weird I know!
The Lips....
Because this is my every day essentials, I am not getting my MAC Lipstick collection out! For every day use I swear by the Bobbi Brown Lip Pencil in Cocoa. It creates the most beautiful nude tone and most definitely compliments the other products. It's sooooo worth a try!
Although this isn't everything I use (I do apologise) these are my basic essentials I use when getting ready on a morning. If you have any questions don't hesitate to message me!
Simply Jess x
Great picks! I love the look of that bronzer duo! I have had my eye on the BB shimmer brick for a while now.
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Thank you!! Honestly they compliment each other so nicely. It's so worth getting; I went into Bobbi Brown at John Lewis last week and they had a 10% off on!
DeleteKeep your eye out for some of their offers! xxx