MAKEUP LOOK | Summer Sunset Look

MAKEUP LOOK | Summer Sunset Look

 

Eyes: 
PRIME:
I applied Too Face Shadow Insurance Eyeshadow Primer all over my lid up to the brow bone. I then applied MAC Pro Longwear Concealer in NW35 under my brow and on my browbone area - Bare Escentuals Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush. I then applied MAC Layin Low Paintpot (creamy beige) on my entire lid area - Real Techniques Deluxe Crease Brush followed by NYX Jumbo Eyeshadow Pencil in Milk (matte white) - MAC 242 Small Shader Brush. 

COLOR:
On the center of the lid I applied Inglot #149 Body Pigment (matte bright yellow). MAC 242 Small Shader Brush
On the outer edges of the yellow I applied Sugarpill Flamepoint Eyeshadow (matte orange). MAC 242 Small Shader Brush
I then applied Magnolia Makeup Creoloe Tomato Pigment (matte red). MAC 242 Small Shader Brush + MAC Water-based Mixing Medium
For the inner/outer lid and crease I applied MUFE #92 Eyeshadow (matte brilliant purple). Sonia Kashuk Large Crease Brush
To help with blending in the crease area I used MUFE #75 Eyeshadow (matte bright pink). NARS 03 Eye Shader Brush
 For highlight under my brow I used Magnolia Makeup Buff Pigment (matte ivory). MAC 252 Large Shader Brush
On the lower lashline I applied MAC Chromagraphic Pencil in Hi Def Cyan (matte cyan blue) topped with MUFE #72 Eyeshadow (matte bright blue). Cozzette D230 Definer Brush

BROWS:
My brows are filled in with MAC Eyebrow Pencil in Stud and Anastasia Brow Powder Duo in Ebony (matte brown). Paula Dorf Eye Definer Flat Top Brush

DEFINE:
I lined my upper lashline with Benefit Babecake Cake Eyeliner in Black. MAC 263 Small Angle Brush
I lined my lower waterline with L'Oreal HIP Cream Eyeliner in Black. Sigma Eye Liner - E05 Brush 
I used Sleek MakeUP Lash Out Mascara for my lashes and added Beautee Sense Style 262 Eyelashes for effect. Duo Lash Adhesive.

Lips: 
POLISH:
For my lips I used MUFE #39 Rouge Artist Intense Lipstick (creamy peach) topped with MAC Ravishing Lipglass (creamy peach).

Face: 
FINISH:
I primed my skin with MAC Oil Control Lotion - hands. I used Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra 24H in 460 Suede W - Sigma Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki Brush - for my face and set my t-zone with BareMinerals READY™ SPF 15 Touch Up Veil in Tinted - face puff.

I used Dermablend Quick-Fix Concealer in Caramel - Cozzette P350 Cylinder Concealer Brush - under my eyes set with Dermablend Loose Setting Powder in Warm Saffron - face puff.

I used NARS Amour Blush (matte dusty rose) for my cheeks - Cozzette Contour Stylist S135 Brush and NYX Matte Bronzer in Dark Tan for contour - Sigma Angled Kabuki Brush.

Sun and Summer Makeup

Sun and Summer Makeup

I'm back from vacation and I thought this post may be helpful for some who are seeking out the best way to summer-proof their makeup for vacation or hot summer days.

The summer months bring with them heat, humidity, pools, beaches, sun showers and the occasional thunderstorm. There are some key elements to remember and seek out for summer makeup - waterproof/water-resistant, SPF and lightweight!

• Use Sunscreen! There are no two ways about it, everyone should wear sunscreen year round but more so in the summer. I suggest using a great moisturizer/primer with sunscreen for days in the sun. Don't rely solely on the limited SPF of your foundation to do the job. I use MUFE UV Prime SPF 50/PA +++.

• For Foundation I recommend scaling back the coverage to allow your skin to breathe and to avoid the dreaded makeup meltdown. The more layers you wear and the higher the coverage then the more prone your makeup will be to 'melting' during the day. I suggest using a tinted moisturizer such as Stila Tinted Moisturizer or a lightweight foundation such as MUFE Face and Body Foundation. These offer light coverage and in some cases SPF. The MUFE Face and Body Foundation has the added bonus of being waterproof so feel free to enjoy water activities! 

• My concealer is also waterproof. I use MUFE Full Cover Concealer.

• I also keep my MAC Blot Powder handy for touch-ups and to blot oiliness during the day.

• My eyeliner is also waterproof. I use Stila Stay All Day Liquid Eyeliner. For my waterline I opt for MUFE Aqua Liners or Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliners which are also waterproof.

• Mascara of course should be waterproof. I use MUFE Aqua Smoky Lash Mascara or Dior Diorshow Blackout Waterproof Mascara.

• For my eyebrows I still use my regular eyebrow pencil but I set everything with Model In A Bottle Eyebrow Sealer which makes it waterproof and smudge-proof.

• Don't forget your lips! lips are prone to getting burnt or chapped in the harsh sun so use a lip balm with SPF for added moisture and sun protection.

• For extended makeup wear I will also use a makeup setting spray. In this case Urban Decay Oil Control Setting Spray.

• Now since everything is waterproof guess what??? Yep1 You will need a waterproof makeup remover. I suggest a gentle remover (oil based if you have dry skin and water based if you have oily skin). I use MUFE Sens'Eyes Eye Makeup Remover to remove my waterproof eye makeup.