Makeup Essentials of the Moment

Jordan and I spent the afternoon wandering around in town and unfortunately it was too cold to get an outfit picture while we were outside. To make up for it, I thought I would post some pictures that were taken over winter break. I did not include them in previous posts because usually I am a little nervous about close ups and end up not including them. Also, I do not wear much jewelry so close ups for detail shots are not often necessary. Either way, I think these pictures show the makeup that I have been wearing lately, which makes them relevant! My makeup is a mixture of mostly these products (I do not wear them all at once!):

1. I usually wash my face with a cleanser a from Shiseido, I like their Pureness Deep Cleansing Foam. It is a gentle cleanser that lightly exfoliates and helps to keep your skin clear and blemish free.
2. Next I moisturize using a Cetaphil Moisturizer. My favorite is Cetaphil's DailyAdvance Ultra Hydrating Lotion For Dry Sensitive Skin. It is perfect for fighting winter dryness and keeps my skin feeling so hydrated throughout the day.
3. I then apply a sunscreen from Shiseido, I like their Urban Environment Protection Cream.
4. Finally I apply Shiseido's White Lucent Brightening Eye Treatment.

When I am putting on makeup:

1. First I apply Multi-Protect Primer SPF 30 from NARS.
2. After, I usually apply foundation, either Laura Mercier's Cream Smooth Foundation or NARS Sheer Matte Foundation with a moist wedge sponge. If I only want a little coverage I will sometimes add some foundation to my moisturizer.
3. Under my eyes and around my nostrils I apply YSL's Touche Éclat (sometimes I only apply this for makeup, I am sure you already know it works amazingly!). If I need a little more coverage and I am not using a foundation I will either use YSL's Multi-Action Concealer or M·A·C's Studio Sculpt Concealer.
4. For definition and warmth I use Bronzer from Shiseido.
5. If I am wearing blush I like to use YSL's Blush Radiance.
6. For a highlighter I use The Multiple in Orgasm from NARS.
7. On the inner rim of the bottom lash line I like to apply Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner in Santa Monica Blvd from NARS (a white eyeliner).
8. I then apply a liquid eyeliner, either Eyeliner Stylo from NARS or I make my own using a liquid eyeliner brush, Trish McEvoy's Finish Line or Laura Mercier's Tightline Activator with Laura Mercier's Tightline Cake Eye Liner in Black Ebony.
9. For mascara I use Larger Than Life Volumizing Mascara from NARS.
10. On my eyebrows I use an eyebrow pencil from NARS for added definition. If I want stronger brows I apply M·A·C's Eye Shadow in Corduroy (when doing this I think it looks best with either a natural look or with a bold lip) using an eyebrow brush.
11. On my lips I start out with Aquaphor for smooth, soft lips (I apply a lot of it before I start doing my makeup and then wipe it off before I start applying a lipliner). For lipliner I use Shiseido's Smoothing Lip Pencils because they have such beautiful color and double as a brush for applying lipstick. For lipstick, lately, first I apply M·A·C's Pro Longwear Lipcreme in a purple shade called Goes and Goes. In the middle of my lips I then apply either YSL's Rouge Volupté in a pink shade or a pink lip gloss.
12. The last thing I apply is Shiseido's Translucent Pressed Powder, either with a big brush or a powder puff.

Trish McEvoy Finish Line

One thing that I was not able to find when picking up my winter makeup was Tightline Activator by Laura Mercier (a liquid that turns powder makeup like eye shadow into liquid eyeliner that you apply with an eyeliner brush). Even though I use NARS liquid eyeliner, which has a spongy tip, I like to use the activator for a stronger, more defined line. Also, because it turns any color eye shadow/blush/etc. into eyeliner, you can use any color for eyeliner. After not being able to find it at a couple of stores, I decided to try a different brand. I picked up Finish Line by Trish McEvoy, which is pretty much the same thing. I recommend both!

Clothes and Makeup

I am back to packing! I think I am going to need two suitcases. One for my shoes, bags, electronics, and accessories and the other one for my clothes. I am afraid Jordan is going to think I am crazy when he sees all of the new clothes I picked up. Here are a few pictures from Estate side. 

1. New makeup I picked up

2. My view from the front door of my house

3. Me taking notes about garments

4. My pink and black Nikes

5. Me terrified in a flooded area of Burlington

Someone on Tumblr asked me if I workout and wanted to know what I eat and that sort of thing but rather than posting the answer on Tumblr I thought I would do it here. I try to be as active as I can be, I walk loads in the city generally. When I am Estate side I try to take long walks as well. I do not eat dairy and since I have been home I have sort of stopped eating sugar because candy had been one of the main parts of my diet. I basically eat whatever my parents or Jordan cook because they always make me my favorite meals! 

Time to finish packing for real! How do you guys pack? I would love some tips! 

Pink knit jumper: Cheap Monday;

Jeans: J Brand;

Shorts: LF;

Ankle boots: Frye;

Shoes: Nike;

Wellies: Hunter;