My makeup bag is actually a cheeky steal from my Mum (sorry mummybear), but it's from Clinique as a freebie, and it is so roomy and can fit loads in it, ideal for travelling. The cute summery pattern is perfect for summer! I keep everything all in one place, as I don't take my whole makeup collection around with me- that includes makeup, skincare and any other toiletries!
I only take the bare essentials, which for skincare is all I use anyway. I know all the beauty gurus say makeup wipes are naughty, but I can't take my cleanser, toner and mask with me everywhere, can I? So I take some Primark makeup wipes which are actually really lovely to use. I buy the exfoliating wipes so it doubles as an exfoliater (duh) when I am away.
I also take my day-to-night spot wand, in case of skin emergencies, along with my Body Shop Vitamin A Aqua Boost Sorbet (you can read my review on my earlier post!).
Brush-wise I try and stay to basics. I take an eyeshadow brush, powder brush and then a brush for any bronzer or blush I apply. The powder brush pictured is from the Body Shop and I think they are the most incredible brushes going. They are very soft, wash perfectly and apply makeup smoothly. I haven't tried any RealTechnique brushes, but I'm in no rush to try them as my Body Shop brushes are perfect for me. I have some Jessop brushed off eBay, you know the kind @velvetgh0st recommend? I honestly agree with her, they wash nicely and apply product with such a lovely finish. I have both sets, the eye and face set.
My "on the go" eye makeup consists of a simple-to-use-but-effective cream eyeshadow base, my Maybelline ColourTattoo in Pink gold. I love how easy it is to apply and the size of it means I can chuck it into my travel bag! I also have my Revlon Lash Potion mascara, which isn't always in my makeup bag, I just chucked it in there because I needed a mascara. I also bring two eyeliners with me, L'Oréal Colour Riche Kohl, which is a beautiful eyeliner- creamy, pigmented, what more can you ask for? Onto my last eye item, Collection 2000 Fast Stroke liner. I heart it. Inky black, long lasting and budget friendly, just a perfect product.
As it's summer, a high coverage foundation isn't ideal. I know you may think "oh gosh Jess, what are you doing?" but the CC cream pictured is from Poundland, and is really good! It goes on rather pinky toned however once it has blended into your skin it is a perfect colour match and has a lovely light coverage. I also think the Maybelline CoverSTICK is really nice for a light coverage concealer. I agree with EssieButton, some under eye dark circles can look natural, and this does the job. I'm not s big fan of the smell though, it reminds me of the lipsticks you used to get free in magazines as a kiddo... You know my love for the Body Shop Honey Bronzer, so I won't even go there! I always take this with me, such a lovely product. Finally my Rimmel powder never leaves me! I always take this on the go as I find the regular StayMatte powder can start to look cakey after a couple of applications in the day whereas this doesn't at all look cakey.
As you saw in my last post "What's in my bag", you'll see many lip products are featured! I always have them on me so they are usually samey. However I take my Benetint as a blush and sometimes a lip tint.
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