Sep 19, 2014

My No Makeup Makeup Essentials


I love the "No Makeup Makeup" look. I am not blessed with the best skin complexion that I could just run out do errands with zero makeup on. But hey, a girl can fake it, right?


I have a couple of new favorite foundations lately. See my post on my recent love of the Laura Mercier  Smooth Finish Flawless Fluide. I received this Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation Serum from my Sephora online order. I checked a couple of days ago and the offer is still valid, enter code PMDSERUM with any US $25 purchase to receive this free.

It is in the shade light to medium. I believe it only comes in one shade unfortunately but this one works for me. This serum is for oily skin and I don't have to apply a primer or set it with a powder for this to stay glowy(not oily) all day long. The finish is incredibly amazing. It really looks like my skin but better. It gives my skin an instant glow without priming my skin with luminous product. It covers pores and fine lines, does not settle in dry patches. This may become my holy grail foundation :)

This foundation is light to medium coverage and I still need concealers. The 3CE Waterful Concealer is my go-to since it gives very natural coverage.

To mimic the "I just got back from a jog" healthy glowing cheeks, I apply the Benefit Rockateur blush. It is such a beautiful rose gold shade which gives the most natural flush.

For minimal eye-look, I just apply Physician's Formula Eye Booster Liner and use a flat liner brush to smooth over to mimic natural looks. L'oreal Telescopic Shocking Extension Mascara for my eyelashes. It gives my lashes extensions and lift without making it too dramatic. For eyebrows, I use Liole Auto Brow to slightly fill in my brows. To finish the look, I use the 3CE Tinted Lip Balm on my lips for a hint of color. It is so moisturizing and it has been my go-to lately.

Do you like the "No Makeup Makeup" look? What is your must-have?