Beauty Faves

I'm a bit of a makeup junkie.  No, I'm not loyal to one certain brand, I think different companies do different things well.  I believe that some things you should scrimp on and some things you should splurge on! 


I have a fascination with makeup because I feel like an artist whenever I play with eye shadows and blush.  Sometimes it's easy for us girls to fall into a rut and never try anything new.  I encourage you to give some of my favorite beauty buys a try.  Experiment enough that you don't grow bored with routine.








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Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder (buy here)


This stuff is fabulous.  I've used it for a couple of years and just ran out last week.  I use it to highlight my cheekbones in order to create contour, under my eyebrows to make my eyes look brighter, and under my eyes to erase dark circles.  Multi-purpose...who doesn't love that?
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MAC Stunner Blush


Although I have never been big on blush, I went in for a MAC Consult right before my wedding in September and fell in love with the way this looked.  I've always been a bronzer fan because I think my olive complexion looks better with it, but I've fallen in love with the natural flush this blush gives.
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CoverGirl Lash Blast Mascara (buy here or at your local store)

I know that Maybelline Great Lash Mascara wins awards all over, but this Covergirl Lash Blast Mascara is my favorite.  It features a rubber brush that easily covers all your little lashes, making your lashes look longer and your eyes bigger.  Don't lie, we all want that.
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I'm torn between my foundation.  I guess you could say I have a special occasion/winter foundation and then a summer/casual-around-the-house foundation.

BareMinerals Matte Foundation (buy here)


I love bareMinerals Matte foundation for the summer due to its light feeling.  However, in the winter and for special occasions, I don't feel like it stay on my skin long enough.  I keep two foundations in my makeup bag and still have not chosen a favorite.  Grab some samples because you'll have to decide this one for yourself.




Mac Pro Longwear Foundation (buy here)


This is the makeup I found to use in my wedding.  I can't get over how it always looks so fresh even if you put it on 8 hours ago!  I love that about it.  Be careful and use a foundation brush because you don't want this superstay makeup looking cakey.


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Vera Wang Lovestruck (buy here)

I know perfumes mix differently with everyone due to their skin's makeup, but Lovestruck has quickly my favorite perfume.  It's got a floral scent and smells young but classic.  I've tried switching back to my old perfumes for a day or so, but I always miss wearing this.  Try some next time you walk by a perfume counter. 


There's a few of my favorites and now I'm curious: what are some of your favorite beauty buys?