My relationship with make up is like a bell curve (okay Mrs Bates, I did use it). When I'm feeling really down, like Orange is the New Black, season 4 finale, low, I wear no make up. There doesn't seem to be a point, in anything, let alone lip liner. When I'm feeling okay, I like to stick on some slap; I'm motivated to cover up some of the dodgier bits of my mug. When I feel really, really good; I'm talking Beyonce level fierce, which is rare but it has happened, I go bare faced again because why do I need it? I'm fabulous already.
Make up often gets a bad rep, it's seen as silly and frivolous and ridiculously overpriced. I agree with the latter but I for one, do not think the investment is a waste. Most women have a very personal history with make up but for some of us it's a genuine form of support. Here's how I use make up as my own personal therapist.
EXHAUSTION: Make up took on a whole new meaning when after motherhood. It's bad enough spending every day feeling like you could fall asleep standing, without everyone pointing out how exhausted you look. There are some amazing concealers and highlighters that can help you reconstruct eight hours.
YSL TOUCHE ECLAT is the original and the best but I also like SLEEK LUMINAIRE HIGHLIGHTI for a cheap as chips alternative.
LOW CONFIDENCE: Nothing says 'I'm a strong independent woman' like a strong lip. Let's be honest it was Candace Brown's lips that was the real winner of Bake Off. The great thing about a brilliant lipstick is you barely have to bother with anything else. Jeans, T shirt, messy bun and bright red lips - so French chic darling.
MAC RUBY WOO is a gorgeous, brick red lipstick. It's matte look gives it a really retro, film star quality. If that doesn't float your boat something from MAX FACTORS THE MARILYN MONROE LIPSTICK COLLECTION will.
FUGLINESS: I think if you're feeling low on self esteem, it's all in the eyes. Go for something that will make you feel all fluttery and girly and like bluebirds are waiting to help you hang out your washing.
If you haven't tried THEY'RE REAL! PUSH UP LINER today is the day. This is the only product that I have been able to get that flicky, sexy liner look with. It's sister product THEY'RE REAL LENGTHENING MASCARA makes my eyes water but I imagine they're a powerful combination. I've never been able to get the hang of falsies but now I've found JML MAX LASH FIBRE LASH EXTENSION MASCARA (yes the mop people!) I won't have to.
DISORGANISATION: When I'm low my ability to organise is the first thing to go and it isn't that hot in the first place. When I need to feel put together, I always paint my nails. Go for glossy, grown up colours for that, I'm busy and important vibe.
I fell in love with CHANEL ROUGE NOIR when I was fifteen but I still can't afford it so MAYBELLINE COLOR SHOW BURGUNDY KISS makes an effective alternative.
I'm giving away a tube of my favourite red lippy - Mac Ruby Woo. To win leave me a comment and let me know your favourite part of your makeup routine and/or watch the video below and let a comment to let me know something about your everyday routine.
NEW POST AND GIVEAWAY NEXT TUESDAY!
NEW POST AND GIVEAWAY NEXT TUESDAY!
I've always wanted to wear false eyelashes . They look great but I wouldn't know where to start!
ReplyDeleteI love getting my nails done.
ReplyDeleteme too!
Deletei takes ages to put on my mascara, i love it! so many people ask fi they are flase i just tell them i literally spend all morning doing them!
ReplyDeleteHa ha!
DeleteI love They're Real mascara by Benefit for really full lashes!
ReplyDeleteMy Clarins Extra-Comfort Foundation, thanks.x
ReplyDeletebright red lipstick
ReplyDeleteFoundation, sometimes its the only thing I have time to do, damage control ;)
ReplyDeleteMy MAC matte lipstick because it stays on and the colour doesn't fade!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely mascara, it can help you look wide awake even when you don't feel it :-)
ReplyDeleteIt must be applying the mascara. I couldn't live without it.
ReplyDeleteLip gloss is my must have, I keep one in all my pockets
ReplyDeleteMy favourite piece is my contouring set because it can make a look when you're going out
ReplyDeleteI love my Urban Decay Naked palette - it's so versatile and easy to wear :)
ReplyDeleteLove my mascara x
ReplyDeletemascara
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a nice lipstick! I don't wear a lot of makeup on a daily basis so lipsticks can easily add colour to my face.
ReplyDeletehas to be my blusher without i just look strange
ReplyDeleteHighlighter is magical, its the best make product ever made.
ReplyDeleteI just love my bright blue maybelline mascara
ReplyDeleteI use Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish morning and night to cleanse and follow up with moisturiser
ReplyDeleteLove this stuff!
DeleteI just love my bright blue maybelline mascara
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't be without BB Cream. Even if I wear no other makeup, a quick application makes me look fresher and more alive!
ReplyDeleteI'm liking the shade of that lippy! :)
ReplyDeleteEyeliner is my absolute go to, love a cat eye
ReplyDeleteLove my Georgio Armani foundation
ReplyDeleteI love using my Chanel Illuminating base. It makes my foundation look much smoother and brightens my face, especially during the dark winter months!
ReplyDeleteMy Estee Lauder eyelash primer is the best thing ever!
ReplyDeleteI'm gonna be the weird one that isn't entering the giveaway - because I don't wear make-up. It's strange because you'd think it'd give confidence and for the most part it probably does, but whenever I wear it I feel like I'm too "out there" and it actually makes me retreat! Very bizarre. Good luck everyone else :)
ReplyDeleteNot weird at all! I envy you feeling more confident bare faced x
DeleteMascara. I don't really wear make up unless I'm going out OUT, but I always make sure I find the time for a coat of mascara to open up my tired eyes!
ReplyDeleteI love ruby woo lipstick, mine is actually finishing and would be nice to have another one. Cool giveaway and video
ReplyDeleteI'm not big on makeup - I've never been the girl who cared much for hair and blusher BUT as an adult (because apparently my age says I have to be one) and a mother of 2, sometimes makeup is necessary for a mood boost or a straight up cover job!
ReplyDeleteBB cream, blush, mascara and NYX lip gloss and I am good to go!
Emmie xo
Can't leave the house without mascara on!
ReplyDeletei couldnt live without my eye liner, i have quite big eyes and i find with liner they make them appear smaller
ReplyDeleteI wear eye liner too try and make my small eyes look bigger!
DeleteWhen I am feeling down a fierce lipstick always does a trick!
ReplyDeleteI agree women often have an interesting relationship with makeup. I love it myself, it gives me confidence and improves my skin.
ReplyDeleteI don't tend to wear make-up unless I am going out, but always feel a little more confident when I have a layer of foundation on
ReplyDeleteI love Bare Minerals Foundation. I reckon certain make up really fits certain skin types...you just have to be lucky enough to find the ones that suit you. x
ReplyDeleteBenefit There real Mascara
ReplyDeleteMy mummy always wears make-up like foundation and lippy she always feels better and more 'put together' with it....it's just her nails she doesn't have time for, but she loves getting them done occasionally....a real treat!
ReplyDeleteI agree, when I feel down I wear no make up but when I want to feel confident I put some make up on and bright red lipstick. It is amazing how different it makes you feel. I don't wear it too much as I am in the house most of my days or dog walking..
ReplyDeleteI never leave the house without wearing mascara and lip balm x
ReplyDeleteHaha. "My relationship with make up is like a bell curve" Love it!
ReplyDeleteAny MAC lipstick it is the best!
ReplyDeleteMy fave piece of makeup is Rimmel sexy curves mascara
ReplyDeleteI love both eyeliner and foundation
ReplyDeleteI love my kohl pencil and glitter lips.
ReplyDeletemy doll lashes and bronzer x
ReplyDeleteSoap and Glory's "Sexy Mother Pucker" Lip Gloss...this stuff is insane!! lol Makes your lips buzz and tingle and really plumps them up..feel naked without it! lol
ReplyDeleteThere's two pieces of make-up I won't go anywhere without. L'Oréal concealer for my dark circles and Smash Box mascara. It's all about the eyes!
ReplyDeleteI love my eyeshadows - the sparklier the better!!
ReplyDeleteMascara I use it everyday :) @bexallum on twitter
ReplyDeleteFoundation - covers up any blemishes.
ReplyDeleteA great foundation.
ReplyDeletelip gloss my hero product
ReplyDeleteI love Mac Up the Amp lipstick. Such a gorgeous colour for any time of the year or occasion.
ReplyDeleteHas to be my Foundation
ReplyDeleteI love my Rimmel concealer.
ReplyDeleteMy NARS mascara! I hated it at first as the brush is really hard and scratchy but its completely amazing!!
ReplyDeleteMy brown eye shadow, had the same one for years and years!
ReplyDeleteHas to be essential each day which would be primer
ReplyDeleteMy eyes really do show everything, and when I have time I apply my best concealer and try and add some sparkle
ReplyDeletemy elf eyeliner
ReplyDeletefor me its eyeliner
ReplyDeletei cant go without my mascara! i look awful without it!
ReplyDeleteFoundation as i have uneven skin .
ReplyDeleteFoundation as i have uneven skin .
ReplyDeleteFoundation
ReplyDeletemy Mac Syrup lipstick
ReplyDeleteMy urban decay naked pallette :)
ReplyDeleteI love my olive green eyeliner
ReplyDeleteI dont wear much make up but I always wear mascara otherwise I look ill! I love a bit of eyeliner if I am going out. #bloggerclubuk.
ReplyDeleteHave to do my eyebrows before facing the world Although my favourite is a red lipstick.
ReplyDeleteMy Deep Red Mac Lipstick - Cassandra Mayers
ReplyDeleteBlack mascara, even if nothing else this is a must.
ReplyDeleteMy Benefit Porefection Primer covers a multitude of sins!
ReplyDeleteLipstick ..won't go anywhere without it on!
ReplyDeleteMascara is a must for me
ReplyDeleteMine has to be the Benefit They're Real mascara!
ReplyDeleteMy Too Faced concealer - can't live without it!
ReplyDeleteLiquid eyeliner and a little flick! I don't bother most days but I always feel prettier when I do.
ReplyDeleteI love highlighter it makes me my cheekbones pop out!
ReplyDeleteconcealer hides so much :)
ReplyDeleteI can't live without under eye concealer, it's a godsend!
ReplyDeletei really love my rimmel stay matte foundation it goes on great and is non greasy
ReplyDeleteI love my Nars Tinted moisturiser. Literally could not leave the house without it. It's pricey but you only need a bit so it lasts for ages
ReplyDeleteI always used eye-liner, however my time is limited now so I don't put it on so often at the moment
ReplyDeleteI have way too many favourites!!! Has to be either the Nars radiant creamy concealer - I've been through about 10 now! Or the Guerlain primer.
ReplyDeletexo Millie
www.modishrambling.com
False lash effect mascara! I don't leave the house without it haha xx
ReplyDeleteMy Mascara
ReplyDeleteI love Mac lipstick so probably that!
ReplyDeleteFoundation or BB cream wins hands down every time.
ReplyDeleteI love my nude lipstick
ReplyDeleteI love love love concealer, otherwise I would be stuck with my birthmark which looks like a red moustache!
ReplyDeleteMy Younique foundation
ReplyDeleteMy favourite piece of makeup is my lipliner just to make my lips a little plumper!
ReplyDeleteMy Elizabeth Arden BB Cream, if it's a no make up kind of day but I want a bit of a freshen up I slap that on and it's a miracle worker! Looks flawless but give the impression of no make up, and smells delicious!
ReplyDeleteI like a nice shimmery eyeshadow x
ReplyDeleteI love love love liquid lipstick I got into it recently :)
ReplyDeletefoundation x
ReplyDeleteI love Youniques 3D fiber mascara :) my eyelashes are really short and I don't have the time or patience for fake lashes so I tried a fiber mascara and it's awesome :D
ReplyDeleteI love Youniques 3D fiber mascara :) my eyelashes are really short and I don't have the time or patience for fake lashes so I tried a fiber mascara and it's awesome :D
ReplyDeleteI love my Laura gellar liquid eyeliner!
ReplyDeleteMascara for me, otherwise I look half a sleep.
ReplyDeleteA brown shade of mascara
ReplyDeleteHas to be the Benefit Brow collection (all of it)- even if i wear no makeup if I don't do my eyebrows I look like a weird mutant, they're patchy and grow in odd directions!
ReplyDeleteHas to be my Clinque Mascara :-)
ReplyDeleteI love lip liner
ReplyDeleteI like eyeshadow and experimenting with all the different colours.
ReplyDeleteConcealer. Always used if nothing else
ReplyDeleteMascara. It's my must have, I hate being without it on
ReplyDeleteIt's got to be mascara as I always have to wear it. It really transforms your eyes x
ReplyDeleteMascara, even if I have a no make up day I still put mascara on, which I guess means it's not a no make up day????
ReplyDeleteMy girlfriend says "Has to be my Mascara"
ReplyDeleteI always wear eyeliner x
ReplyDeleteI love mascara :)
ReplyDeleteMy essential is my mascara
ReplyDeleteMy essential is my mascara
ReplyDeleteMy sunny seoul MAC lipstick - I wear it every day xx
ReplyDeleteguess that would be my EL lightwear foundation I absolutely love it!
ReplyDeleteysl lip stain
ReplyDeleteI love YSL Touche Eclat
ReplyDeleteI love mac lipsticks - like mac verve - they are so rich and the colour stays for hours!
ReplyDeletemy macara
ReplyDeleteI love No7 lipstick .x
ReplyDeleteNars blush orgasm
ReplyDeleteNars blush orgasm
ReplyDeleteMy favourite piece of make up at the moment is my Garnier BB cream - as a mum of a 5 year old and 8 month old, sleep is sparse and time is limited to put my face on! Lifesaver.
ReplyDeletenot a big make up fan but I do like a nice lipstick
ReplyDeleteeyebrow pencils. Don't use them but would love to learn how to do it without lookign stupid
ReplyDeleteMascara
ReplyDeleteI feel naked without a lip product.
ReplyDeletemy fiancees fave.....yes please!!!!
ReplyDelete24hr foundation
ReplyDeleteDefinitely powder x
ReplyDeleteThis is such great advice hun! I totally agree, make up can make you feel so much better. I tend to use it when I need a pick-me-up. I'm sorry I missed the giveaway. Thanks for linking to #pocolo
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