Current Favorites

1. Maybelline ColorSensational lipstick in Pink Please - how cliche, right? But really, this lipstick grew on me. I felt like it was way to pink for me when I first got it, but it's becoming a nice pale pink lipstick that I enjoy using now. All my other lighter pinks are too lilac toned.

2. Maybelline Mineral Power concealer in Ivory (Light 2-3) - this has been a staple for me, definitely recommend for any kind of concealing! Under-eye circles, pimples, acne scars ... Only thing is, just like all concealers, it doesn't look perfect if the area you're trying to cover up is dry.

3. E.L.F. Super Glossy Lip Shine SPF 15 in Pink Kiss - I've been grabbing for this a lot lately, it's just a really quick thing then out the door. It has SPF, color, some shine ... I just really like it. And now that my local Target started carrying E.L.F., it's an easier repurchase!

4. CoverGirl LashBlast mascara in Very Black - once again, cliche ... But this is really good for holding my curls, gives decent length and volume, it also smudges less than most of the other mascaras I've tried/am using.

5. Tweezerman Super Curl lash curler - although I tried the Shu Uemura eyelash curler, this is still way better. I think it's all in the pad, I might put the pads I use for this in the Shu Uemura to see if it works better. I have to heat it up a little though, which isn't a problem b/c it's just a quick 5-sec thing.

6. Max Factor mineral pressed powder in Light - Sadly, Max Factor is discontinued in the U.S., but I don't use this as a face powder. Instead, I apply it under my eyes (pat w/ a concealer brush, particularly near the outer eye, for a lack of a better term) and it helps my mascara smudge so much less! It's not too mattifying, which is why I can't use it as my face powder, but enough to control the minimal oil I get under my eyes.

7. Sonia Kashuk Bent eyeliner brush - this is also becoming a staple in my everyday makeup. I'm horrible at eyeliner, even with the felt tip liquid liner applicators, so I just use this :) works for both liquid and cream, but liquid is slightly harder to wash out b/c it stains the hairs a little.

8. Maybelline PureStay powder foundation SPF 15 in Ivory - it gives minimal coverage,  but doesn't keep my face matte for a longer period of time. I've been reaching for this a lot just b/c it's an easy application, it has SPF and feels nice on the skin.

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9. Maybelline Stylish Smokes Natural Smokes quad - the colors are very flattering on me, this has become my go-to eyeshadow quad :) the colors aren't particularly pigmented or easy to blend, but w/ a base (Revlon Illuminance Creme shadow) it shows up very well.
10. Peanut M&M's - my favorite candy snack. It's delicious, not much to say about it.