When packing my makeup bag for a night or weekend away from home, I usually just grab exactly what I need plus a few extra lip products just in case. Since restricting myself to only drugstore products this month I've got into a bit of routine and these were the products I naturally reached for when packing my makeup bag.
I've been enjoying using the Rimmel Stay Matte Primer (available at the end of January) as it has an interesting creamy texture that smoothes out and slightly mattifies the skin. I have been testing so many foundations and on my current rotation is the Rimmel Match Perfection. It's described as a 'light perfecting radiance foundation' and includes an SPF of 18. The colour range is quite large compared to most, although I still managed to pick out a shade that's too light for me (when will shopping for foundation in the drugstore become easier?!). It feels light on the skin, blends out nicely but just be careful not to overdo it as it can become a bit cakey if layered too much. I find good drugstore concealers hard to find but the Maybelline 'Fit Me' came very highly recommended. It's probably the closest dupe you'll find to the NARS Creamy Radiant concealer it's just slightly less coverage, more dewy and only comes in a few shades. I have enjoyed using this though and it works well both under the eyes and to conceal blemishes.
To add some glow and bronze back into my skin I absolutely love the Soap & Glory Solar Powder and for blush I have been using the GOSH 'Flower Power' almost everyday. The Maxfactor Wild Shadow pencil in 05 is really easy for a quick eye look and reminds me of the Make Up For Ever Aqua Shadow pencils. It's easy to sweep on and blend out with your finger and the shimmery taupe colour is pretty universal. This month I switched my Make Up For Ever eyeliner in 2L for the L'Oreal Paris Color Riche Le Kohl in Pure Espresso. It's just as creamy and easy to blend, so I've really enjoyed wearing it on a daily basis. I also like to pack my Rimmel Scandal Eyes liner in nude to use in my waterline.
I've been spreading my wings in the drugstore mascara department but so far have been very disappointed with so many that I've tried. Maxfactor's False Lash Effect is one of the better ones, but still requires a lot of work to get full, long lashes.
So finally, lips. I packed three lip products, a Revlon lip butter in 'Berry Smoothie', a Kiko Super Gloss in 110 and a Rimmel Apocalips in 'Across the Universe'. .. One for every occasion.
Are any of your favourites included in this makeup bag?
