Primer Power

Hello Beautiful Ones!

Is there anything more frustrating than applying your makeup perfectly only to have in melt or cake off in a few hours? Ok so there are definitely worse things, but it's still annoying. I am a firm believer in makeup primers, so today we're talking about the three that I absolutely can't live without.

Clinique Superprimer - Color Corrects Redness

I've definitely gushed about this one before (actually I think I've talked about all of these before, so this post should probably just be titled: stuff Brittney can't shut up about), but I'm still in love with it after using it for years. That's worth something right? The purpose of this primer is to cancel out redness so that you don't need to use so much foundation or concealer. I used to think of primers as an extra step, but it you choose the correct ones they can actually make application easier and faster. The primer is yellow, but blends in well and I am obsessed with the light creamy texture. I've always been plagued with acne so I can use this as sort of a spot treatment under my foundation, or over my whole face if I'm feeling particularly red that day. You can get this one for $27, which I know is steep but lasts a long time (I promise!). My only (slight) complaint is that I sometimes feel like this can dry out my skin a little. Enter the next primer on the list:

Too Faced Hangover Primer

As you can see in the picture, my tube is about empty and I need to repurchase. This primer is perfect for days when your skin is just not having it (skin can get hungover too ok?!). It's super hydrating without being sticky, and it is extremely light. The texture could easily be compared to a light moisturizer. A lot of times I will layer this over my clinique primer so that the makeup has almost a barrier of moisture to sit on. Along with acne, I have also always struggled with dry skin. This one helped me survive the winter! Again, the price here is not cheap: $32. However a little goes a long way so you can easily stretch it for a long time. Plus, it has a little pump under the cap that makes application easy.

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion

Ok, so this one is an eyeshadow primer but it still counts! This is just a classic for me. If I'm going to take the time to do a perfect smoky eye then I am not having it slide off my lids until I remove it myself. The primer potion will help you achieve that. Apparently urban decay has just released this product with new packaging and applicator. That might make it easier compared to the squeeze tube they have now, but who knows. You can also get it in other formulas like anti-aging or with a shadow base, but I have always prefered the original. The texture is creamy, but not heavy and blends well. If you buy the travel size (like I have) it's $12 or $20 for the regular size. 

Let me know if there are any primers you can't live without!

XO- Brittney

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October Beauty Favorites

Hello Beautiful Ones!

We can officially mark down another month in the books! I'm guessing many of you are probably recovering from halloween festivities (mine was blissfully uneventful), so why don't we go through a calming little monthly favorites post shall we? Here are the beauty bits I've been loving this month:

Too Faced Hangover Replenishing Face Primer- $32
Along with the falling leaves and cool weather fall always brings me dry skin, so anytime I can find a product that will add a little moisture I'm a happy girl. This is the perfect face primer for the fall and winter months. Not only will your skin be perfectly prepped for your makeup, but the hydration lasts throughout the day. The texture is similar to a moisturizer, and there is a bit of a smell when it comes out of the tube but I don't notice it after it's on my face.

Maybelline Eyestudio Brow Drama in Soft Brown- $8
This is a new drugstore brow mascara from Maybelline, and I'm in love! I've been using this over my usual brow pencil. It does a great job of helping you shape your brows and then holding them in place. The hold is good and not crunchy. The brush is rounded at the end and makes shaping and application easy.

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Jet Black- $20
This is not a new product, but I've just recently developed a love for it. The applicator allows you to make an extremely thin line. The lasting power is awesome, I can put this on in the morning and it's not going anywhere until I remove it at night. If you're looking for a quality liquid liner, this is a great option.

Josie Maran Coconut Watercolor Eye Shadow in Rio de Rose Gold- $18
If you're looking for a gorgeous liquid eyeshadow, you might want to consider this one from Josie Maran. I was already a fan of the other Josie Maran coconut watercolor makeup products, so I was excited to try this one. The lasting power is good, and the color is stunning. Rio de Rose Gold is a beautiful bronze. Here is the swatch:

Covergirl Colorlicious Lipgloss in Candylicious- $8
I just picked this up recently at the drugstore, but I'm already loving it so I decided to throw it in with my monthly favorites. This is just a really simple and pretty pink gloss. Covergirl is advertising Colorlicious as a  non-sticky gloss, and I would say it fits that description. The gloss glides on easily and feels super hydrating on the lips. I grabbed the shade Candylicious (it was about the only one left on the display), which is a very pretty light pink. Here is the color swatch:

And there you have it: all the beauty things I've been loving this month! Let me know what you were loving during October in the comments.

XO- Brittney

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