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A lot of times a bloggers makeup look is done based around what product needs testing and photographed. It’s always fun to try new things but it takes a lot more thought to come up with what’s going on your face (I guess the struggle is real?). On days when I’m working on editing and content or that I need to quickly get out the door I opt for the neutral and easy to use products that I know will do what I need them to do and stick around all day. For this weeks Makeup Wars we decided to share our favorite products that we use for getting out the door all fast and flawless-like.
In the photos and list below I’ve put together a sampling of what I like to grab when I’m moving fast. Of course, a few color products get switched out depending on my mood but for the most part this is it!
FACE:
- Urban Decay Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer ($28.00 // Buy It // Review). When I said I wanted to bathe my entire body in this to make it flawless I wasn’t kidding. If money were endless I’d legit do it. It’s creamy and easy to apply and buff over skin sins so that you can play people and pretend like breakouts don’t happen to you.
- Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation ($42.00 // Buy It // Review). When you need more coverage this is where it’s at. I love how this makes the skin appear flawless but doesn’t look or feel heavy at all.
- IT Cosmetics CC+ Eye Color Correcting Full Coverage Cream ($29.00 // Buy It // Review). When you first look at the product as it comes out of the tube and put it on your face it seems like it won’t do anything… but then you tap it in and smooth it over your undereye area and perfection happens. I cannot ever live without this again. And I won’t. It’s another thing I just want to bathe in. Tip: Do not use too much of this at once! There is a fine shimmer within the formula so it’s easy to over-do it. Add a bit at a time and then apply more if you need to.
- IT Cosmetics Celebration Foundation ($35.00 // Buy It // Review). Recently I’ve been using the Illumination Celebration Foundation (which is what is pictured) and it’s a bit more glowy than the regular one, but in the Winter I’m into that. I loved this powder foundation so much I made it my Favorite Foundation of 2014!
- Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow ($68.00 // Buy It // Review). This duo makes it quick and easy to sculpt and highlight without looking harsh or overdone. Especially when you’re in a hurry and don’t have time to blend and inspect over and over.
- Charlotte Tilbury First Love Cheek to Chic Swish & Pop Blush ($40.00 // Buy It // Review). First Love is the perfect shade for me to wear every day because it’s neutral and makes me feel like I have a bit of a tan glow without feeling orange. Nicely pigmented and easy to apply and blend – all of these blushes will eventually be mine!
EYES:
- NARS Porto Venere Eye Paint ($25.00 // Buy It // Review). This particular shade released with the Spring 2015 Collection but I’ve been a fan since the NARS Eye Paints since they came out. The more colorful shades offer fabulous pigment and all of the ones that I tried keep my shadows crease free without having to use a secondary primer. Another I reach for quite often is the Urban Decay Primer Potion. I use the anti-aging one because I need all the help I can get! ($24.00 // Buy It).
- Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette ($29.00 // Buy It // Review). Of the two Naked Basics palettes currently available the first release is my favorite. I really thought I’d be more into the second with the mauvey-taupes but I reach for the first much more to create a neutral, every day eye.
- Marc Jacobs Ro(cocoa) Highliner Gel Eye Crayon ($25.00 // Buy It // Review). These liners have fabulous staying power even in the waterline and never run. Ro(cocoa) is a lovely chocolate bronze that works with so many different looks. If you only ever buy one of them, this one should be it.
- Milani Total Lash Cover Mascara ($5.49 // Buy It // Review). My go-to must have mascara since foreverrrrr. I use it in almost every single look so I’m sure you’ve seen it around here once or twice. 😉
LIPS:
- MAC Myself Lipstick ($16.00 // Buy Similar // Review). Myself came out with the A Novel Romance Collection. It looks boring but it’s truly beautiful and one I find myself reaching for quite often. It’s that perfect pinky nude shade that’s on the sheer side, but adds something to the lips that’s just enough. Myself was limited edition but another favorite MAC lippie of mine, which is permanent and similar to Myself, is MAC Patisserie Lipstick (buy it here).
BROW:
- IT Cosmetics YBBB Brow Power Skinny Universal Pencil ($24.00 // Buy It // Review). My go-to brow pencil to create the illusion that I actually have brows! I’ve gone on about this a lot before, so I’ll spare you, but know that it’s quick and easy to use. (not pictured – recently featured in Top 10 Brow Products).
- Anastasia Clear Brow Gel ($22.00 // Buy It // Review). This is a fabulous clear brow gel that nicely grooms brows but doesn’t distribute too much product. (not pictured – recently featured in Top 10 Brow Products).
All of the stuff above is what I’m wearing in the pic below which I guess you can call my “Valentine’s Day Look” because it’s what I wore to help out at my son’s school party. The only difference is I’m wearing red lipstick for Valentine’s Day but when I got home I used MAC Myself when I went out again. The red lipstick is Urban Decay Sheer Slowburn ($22.00 // Buy It).
What products do you use in your go-to, fast and easy/daily makeup look? Check out what the other Makeup Wars bloggers are loving by clicking the icons below!
*Some products featured in this post were received as press samples and are marked as so in their linked posts. Some links are affiliate links.
Julie says
I’m thinking I need that UD concealer in my life! Also, I think I just decided to take the plunge and get that Charlotte Tilbury duo, all I ever hear is fav reviews!
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Brooke says
It’s the BEST!
Shipra says
Beautiful choices! You look absolutely radiant and gorgeous! <3
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Brooke says
Thank you!
Bailey says
Some amazing picks! I’m feeling like I totally need one of the CT blushes in my life.
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Brooke says
DEF! At least one!
Rachel says
Great selection of products! I love the Urban Decay Naked concealer so much.
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Erin says
A nice assortment! I love how nice slow burn works on you!
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Alice says
The Charlotte Tilbury palette is just the most stunning thing ever, I NEED IT! Lovely post, your makeup looks so pretty and flawless.
alice x | beautybyalicee
Brooke says
Thank you, Alice!!!
Renu says
That is a beautiful, glowing look! I have fallen in love with the Celebration Foundation after buying it on your recommendation. It is amazing!
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Brooke says
I’m so glad you love it!! =D
Kath TheFabZilla says
Great makeup choices. That Rococoa Marc Jacobs is one of my faves! Fabulous as always, mama!
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Brooke says
Thank you!
Cindy (Prime Beauty) says
So many products I love!
MarciaF says
I love your choices. If I could come over to your house, I’d steal all the ones I didn’t already have
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Brooke says
Note to self, lock up all the things when Marcia is around LMAO
Phyrra says
I LOVE that we broke up ours in the same way. Some great picks!
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Brooke says
Twinsies! Thank you!
Jamie says
These are all such fabulous products!
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Chelsie says
I really need to bite the bullet and invest in the UD Naked Palette. I can’t tell you how often i have put it in my cart and then couldn’t buy it because it was pricey. I will do it next month!
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Eugenia says
OO! The Naked Basics is also one of my go to! I use it when I travel for work!
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Brittany says
I’ve been meaning to get my hands on that UD concealer. I’ve heard nothing but fabulous things about it. And that lippy….LOVE!
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Brooke says
It’s amazingggg
RagingRouge says
Beautiful choices! Your skin looks positively flawless in that photo!
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Lola says
What a stunning makeup look, Brooke! I love your selection of products, but it’s really how you pulled the whole look together that is the most amazing!
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Brooke says
Thank you, Lola!
allie says
Your skin really does looks so airbrushed in this picture, amazing!
Brooke says
I covered a few wrinkles for sure LMAO but the UD and company covered the breakouts and discoloration! I still see ALL the pores. I can’t find a face primer that I love enough to want to have it in my routine daily.
Allison says
What a great looking out the door fast look! I just bought the IT Celebration Foundation, and I was happy to read your comments about it. I’ve been on the fence since I brought it home but will continue to give it a go. On my super dry skin, it isn’t the least bit glowy but almost completely matte. I often have to spray on Evian water. I’ll keep playing with it and hopefully I’ll figure out how to make it work for me. I see quite a few of my faves on your list 🙂
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Brooke says
The Illumination is the more glowy one, the regular is much more matte! What brush are you using with it?
Laura MyNewestAddiction says
You sexy beast you!!! LOVE it
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Brooke says
xoxo *MUAH*
kelly says
Love your choices! I need to try some Charlotte Tilbury.
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