We all go through phases with our make up. One week we're loving something and the next week we can't get it further away from our faces than physically possible. But then there is always something so magical about rediscovering something you were once absolutely obsessed with and for me there is always a reason. I can't be the only one to feel this... can I?
When I was 15 I favoured the heavy eyeliner, black eye shadow and pale lips situation. Why anyone, including myself thought that was a good idea I will never know. Just pile it on. Keep piling. The more the better - that was the motto.
But now I am all about that simple look. Give me glowing skin with a light yet flawless base any day. Here are a few of my favourites to help me achieve that look.
1) Real Techniques Contour Brush
This small but mighty brush is truly the only thing you need to achieve this look. If you only manage to remember one brush in your make up bag, this has to be the one. It can be used for cream, liquid or powder products and is just the right size for buffing in your foundation and applying your highlighter.
2) Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge
Okay you might have realised by now that I am a Real Techniques fan. Hands up - I'm obsessed. The miracle complexion sponge really is what it says on the tin - a miracle. I prefer to use mine wet as I prefer the dewiness that it adds to my foundation and helps keep my dry skin from absorbing too much foundation.
3) No7 Protect and Perfect Foundation - Calico
I discovered this foundation many years ago after an emotional moment with my mum where I cried about how orange I always looked. Back in those days, no foundation was made for those with 'porcelain' skin like mine and then when No7 announced their their Match Made service, we headed to Boots with quick haste. A simple yet seriously effective way of finding out what colours suit you - I couldn't recommend enough.
This foundation is light yet with a great coverage. It isn't drying or flaky and it doesn't sit on the skin. It becomes part of your skin and allows your features to shine on through while covering those that you don't want to show off.
4) Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer - 1 Fair
We all know this concealer is one of the most hyped and raved about products on the budget beauty market and for good reason. It covers spots, hides dark circles and can be used stand alone instead of foundation. The colour range is not great for all skin types but if you are on the fairer side I would highly recommend.
5) Benefit Watts Up Highlighter
For me the key to gorgeous and glowing skin is subtly. If you're wearing a sparkling highlighter, it's pretty damn obvious that's not really your face. This highlighter works with your skin and gives you a more luminescent finish. It's also a cream product so, rather than a powder, again enhances the dewy glowing finish that you're trying to achieve.
6) Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit
Sadly, this palette is no longer available however there are similar smaller palettes available instead. I sent this as a joke to my boyfriend in the first few months that we were together and being the lucky girl I am, he bookmarked it and actually bought it for me last Christmas. Knowing how expensive this is, it's not something I would recommend you go out straight away and buy just because I say so. What I will say is that this palette is glowing, glittery and has a great finish that lasts the day. Pricey but, if you can afford it, one I would buy again.
7) Carmex Lip Balm
Hear me out here. Don't get me wrong, I love a lipstick as much as the next person but I am so fed up of having dry and chapped lips. This is the only lip balm I have found that looks glossy and actually protects your lips. Rather than trying to enhance what you don't have, work with what you've got! Your lips look gorgeous naturally - this just gives you a little helping hand along the way.
And there we have it. Everything I am currently loving for that super easy yet gorgeously glowing make up look. If you have any favourites that you couldn't live without, let me know in the comments.
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