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Makeup Wars – My Most Expensive Face

August 6, 2012

All of these Makeup Wars Battles have been fun.  But this one… this one is my baby.  My Most Expensive Face.  I’m not sure if I even want to go there.  It’s likely I’m not the highest here, as budget restrictions prevent me from getting the skin care that I really want, but I think it’s a lot higher than my DH or mother could ever imagine.We’re going to start off with my current skin care.  Skincare is something that changes quite a bit for me.  Right now I’m testing the new stuff from NARS.

I don’t use a ton of skin care, and there is probably more I could and should incorporate into my daily routine.  For right now, every day, I’m using NARSskin Aqua Gel Luminous Oil-Free Moisturizer ($58) and Total Replenishing Eye Cream ($55) as well as DERMAdoctor Ain’t Misbehavin’ Medicated Acne Control Serum ($45) on my chin and jaw areas.  I also use Murad Clarifying Cleanser ($26), the Clarisonic Mia2 ($149), Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil ($42) and MAC Gently Off Eye and Lip Makeup Remover ($20).  This brings my skincare total to $395.00.

As for face makeup I currently start off (and finish) with Skindinavia No More Shine Makeup Finish ($19).  Next I apply concealer where I need it.  For this I use Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Correcteur Concealer in Medium ($95).  For foundation 9 times out of 10 I reach for 3LAB Perfect BB Cream in shade #02 ($95) because it has excellent coverage.  As for my powder I have a tried and true HG that I’ve used since I was a teenager!  Lancome Dual Finish Powder ($36.50 ) shade varies based on the time of year.  For my cheeks I love to use Le Metier de Beaute Blush Kaleidoscope ($95) and Chanel Lucky Stripes ($95) to highlight.  This brings my face total to $435.50.

Moving on to eye makeup I have been starting off with Make Up For Ever Eye Prime ($22).  For eye makeup, on this particular look (because obviously it varies every day), I started off using Giorgio Armani 20 Obsidian Black Seaweed Eyes to Kill Eye Shadow ($32) in conjunction with the Le Metier de Beaute Penelope Eye Kaleidoscope ($95) and the LMdB True Colour Eye Shadow in Naked to highlight ($30).  For a liner, the one I always use with Penelope is Chanel Black Jade Le Crayon Kohl ($28).  The mascara I’ve been reaching for non-stop lately is the Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill ($30).  For the eyebrows I start off with the Dior DiorShow Brow Styler ($36) and then go over that with the Anastasia Beauty Express for Brows and Eyes in Brunette ($39.50) and top it off with Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel in Caramel ($21).  This brings my eye total to $333.50.

For the lips I like to line with MAC Subculture Lip Pencil ($15).  For lipstick, for this look, I will use Tom Ford Sable Smoke ($48) and for lip gloss Le Metier de Beaute Two Lips Lip Creme ($36).  This brings my lip total to $99.00.

For tools, I use Tweezerman Tweezers ($22), Le Metier de Beaute Eye Lash Curler ($18), and for brushes the MAC 168 ($35), MAC 239 ($25), MAC 219 ($25), MAC 226 ($24.50), and MAC 272 ($21.50).  The tools total is $171.00.

This brings my grand total to $1434.00 (with tax it’s $1534.38), and here is the end result:

It’s important that I note that a lot of these items were received as press samples (all are marked as such on their individual links).  And, obviously, you come to learn over time what works for you and what doesn’t.  The 3LAB BB Cream, for example, IS expensive and was a press sample, but I will be buying it when I run out because it’s AMAZE.  Nothing works as well as that stuff does (for me).

Was mine the highest?  NO.  But you’ll have to scroll through the other submissions to see which one was 😉

Okay.  Take a deep breath.  To stave off panic attacks quickly go here and see my $20 face.  It’ll help.

Check out the links below to see the beautiful bloggers that participated in this installment of Makeup Wars!  What will we think of next?! 😉

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Comments

  1. Maria says

    January 13, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    I love when real people are sharing their real feelings and attitudes regarding some beauty products. keep us up dated.
    regards,
    Maria

    http://www.stilistmoldova.blogspot.com

  2. Your Beauty Advisor says

    August 9, 2012 at 11:40 am

    I absolutely LOVE the idea of makeup wars. I always splurge on makeup and makeup brushes and never really stopped to think about how much the total cost is for my everyday looks! That stuff REALLY adds up! Now I know where all my money is going haha. Such a cute idea!
    Your Beauty Advisor recently posted..My 8 Favorite Beauty MomentsMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 9, 2012 at 11:40 am

      it definitely puts spending into perspective lol

  3. lulu says

    August 8, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    As always, you look beautiful, Brooke

    • Brooke says

      August 9, 2012 at 8:53 am

      thank you 😉

  4. Krystle says

    August 7, 2012 at 12:49 pm

    I never knew Nars made a moisturizer, I’ll have to check it out.

    I loved reading about your take on this challenge, can’t wait fr the next one!
    Krystle recently posted..Hydrating Mist GiveawayMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 7, 2012 at 2:42 pm

      It’s new!! So far I like it. I want to give it a bit longer to see if I break out or anything. These challenges are a blast, I’m so happy to be a part of them! =) Thank you for checking them out!

  5. Christine says

    August 6, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    I need to go and check out some of the Le Metier pan things everyone has, they look amazing!
    Christine recently posted..Makeup Wars: Most Expensive Face You Can CreateMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 7, 2012 at 9:28 am

      Once you start buying LMdB you’ll be hooked!

  6. Pammy Blogs beauty says

    August 6, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    You made some great selections! I wish that 3Lab was light enough for my skin. Looks great on you. Nice post!!! 🙂 You and I were pretty close in price.
    Pammy Blogs beauty recently posted..Makeup Wars! Most Expensive Face Challenge!!!My Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 7, 2012 at 9:28 am

      thank you!!

  7. Carleen says

    August 6, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    Love the look! It also reminded me that I totally forgot to include 3Lab BB in my own post. I use that all the time too!
    Carleen recently posted..Makeup Wars Most Expensive Face ChallengeMy Profile

  8. Nancy says

    August 6, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Great picks! I am dying for that LMdB Blush Kaleidoscope! Need. Need. Need!
    Nancy recently posted..Makeup Wars Challenge: Most expensive face!My Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 5:21 pm

      thank you! the LMdB Blush Kaleidoscope is phenomenal!

  9. Jen says

    August 6, 2012 at 4:36 pm

    The look you created is so natural and pretty!
    Jen recently posted..Million Dollar Makeup LookMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 4:59 pm

      thank you, Jen!!

  10. Cindy (Prime Beauty) says

    August 6, 2012 at 3:51 pm

    I used the 3Lab too–I agree when I run out, I am purchasing! I forgot to use my LMdB blush palette–doh! Our totals are really close but I feel better that I didn’t win this one! LOL
    Cindy (Prime Beauty) recently posted..Fashion Flash!My Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 4:17 pm

      LMAO if we ever do it again I fear mine will just get that much higher.

  11. MarciaF (beauty info zone) says

    August 6, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    I came so close to using the 3Lab since I love it for summer. I used LMdB but I wear that less than 3Lab BB. I love the look of the Tom Ford lipstick. I need to see those in person one day.
    MarciaF (beauty info zone) recently posted..Makeup Wars – My Most Expensive Face, Beauty Info Zone editionMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 3:08 pm

      I wish I had a Tom Ford counter near me. I would buy so much more of it. It’s hard to decide based off of the website. Karla Sugar is around my skin tone so I usually have to check her out before making purchases of things I can’t see lol

  12. Phyrra says

    August 6, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    I knew someone would use the 3lab! It’s such a great quality product, I just wish the color matched for me. Too dark. But it’s definitely expensive 🙂
    Phyrra recently posted..Mirabella Beauty is on HautelookMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 1:49 pm

      I think someone else did too! Immediately when the idea came up I was like omg thank God for 3LAB lol

  13. lola seicento says

    August 6, 2012 at 11:21 am

    This is a gorgeous look, Brooke!!!!!!
    lola seicento recently posted..Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics: Crushed Mineral Blush in Sherbet- Review & SwatchesMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 11:39 am

      Thank you!!!

  14. Pink Sith says

    August 6, 2012 at 10:36 am

    I can’t believe your total was less than mine. Son, I am disappoint. You look amazing none the less. I love the finished look! Great post!
    Pink Sith recently posted..Makeup Wars – Most Expensive Face ChallengeMy Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 10:40 am

      BBQ, I KNEW you’d be more than me! Though, I did forget bronzer (wtf) and could give a better run if DH wouldn’t file divorce papers if I brought home the Chanel Skin Care I lust for lol
      thank you for your kind posts 😉 don’t be disappoint, YO. lol

  15. Teri says

    August 6, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Gorgeous! Love your expensive makeup choices. I need to get with it and buy some Tom Ford already!
    Teri recently posted..Makeup Wars: Most Expensive Face Challenge.My Profile

    • Brooke says

      August 6, 2012 at 10:35 am

      I adore that man. I want all of his stuff… have to keep chanting to myself… “baby steps” lol

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