Beauty Faves.

Happy Wednesday, friends!  {Hope you guys like the new format because my old template straight up just disappeared...}  Here's a round-up of my beauty favorites, which I get asked about from time to time.  My favorite ways to shop my tried and trues are looking for price matching at Nordstrom (they'll give amazing discounts) or at Ulta when there are coupons (both of these stores have an awesome return policy if the colors or formulas don't work for you).  Also, free point systems.  Rewards are the best, you guys.  Click on the images for links (ps - these are totally not affiliate links).

Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation - 

This is now my go-to foundation.  My melasma (thank you, children) means I typically need more coverage, which this provides,  but doesn't feel heavy or drying.  I always wear the palest shade available. 

it Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer -

The best I've found so far and a tube lasts FORever.

Lorac Porefection Powder to set foundation.

Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronzer and Brush -

I love the regular bronzer and illuminating equally.  My suggestion with Bobbi Brown Bronzer is to go a shade darker than normal (My pale face uses medium in the regular bronzer).  And this brush is amazing.  I've only had to buy two since high school, if that tells you anything. 

Bobbi Brown Blush in Pale Pink - 

Love how it is bright, but not heavy.  This is the same shade I have worn for years. 

Clinique Chubby Stick for Eyes (in grandest gold) - 

So easy to put on and stays.  Sometimes I'll use this to layer for a darker color at night.

Bobbi Brown Eye Opening and No Smudge Mascaras - 

This is the first time I have used a more intense mascara that isn't waterproof, but I'm loving it.  I just top it with my all-time fav, No Smudge, and then it becomes waterproof (they sell it as a set, linked above).  Also, I only use no smudge on the bottom lashes. My runner-up: Fabulous Flocking Lashes, which makes your lashes huge and is waterproof, but this does flake more.

Clinique Brow Mousse - 

This stuff doesn't budge at all, and I love that it gives control and tints without looking fake.

Lip Colors - 

So many fun ones, but here are my current faves (the first two are the ones I wear daily):

Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Color in Baby - 

This is lighter and easier to apply than most lipsticks and lasts awhile.  Definitely not a balm consistency, though. (No Mirror Needed!)

Sugar Tinted Lip Balm in Berry - 

This is definitely a lip balm and lasts forever.  (No Mirror Needed!)

Clinique Pop Lacquer in Love Pop -

This stuff is amazing and so easy to apply.  It looks more like a gloss when it's on. (No Mirror Needed!)

Clinique Chubby Stick in Pudgy Peony - 

Gives a surprising amount of color for a balm.  (Mirror Needed in my opinion.)

Laura Mercier sheer Lip Color in Healthy Lips - 

The prettiest natural color.  I don't wear all the time because I find it is a little on the drier side. 

Bobbi Brown Luxe Lip Color in Retro Red - 

This stuff is intense - I only wear if we are going out.  It's a true red.  (Definitely don't skip the mirror. )

Okay, and lastly, this isn't for the face, buuuuutttt...this gel mani kit will save you boatloads of time and dollars if you like to get your nails done.