Get Ready With Me Using Drugstore Makeup

My makeup look changes from day to day, depending on where I'm going, what I'm doing and how long I have to get ready before rushing out of the door! 

A typical get ready routine would take me approximately 30 minutes for hair and makeup. I think that's about the average length of time for most girls, so I'm quite happy with that. I don't feel that it's particularly high maintenance. 

My first step is always primer. The drugstore primer I favour is Nuance by Salma Hayek. A small amount worked into the skin with the hands really perfects your base. 

Next up is concealer, my favourite drugstore one is Rimmel Match Perfection in ivory. I use this under the eyes to cover any darkness and also on any imperfections or blemishes. 

I then apply my foundation. I have many favourites when it comes to drugstore foundations, but given that I was going to work and we are mid heatwave I opted for Rimmel Lasting Finish 25 hour. I apply this with a real techniques foundation brush then blend with a damp real techniques sponge. 

Next up i apply some Max Factor Creme puff powder with a real techniques buffing brush to my T'Zone to help prevent shine and set my foundation. 

Following that I applied ELF contouring blush blush in Antigua (cool toned pink) in circular motions to the apples of the cheeks and blended back towards the hairline using a real techniques large blush brush. 

To set my face makeup I used the NYX Matte setting spray and spritzed it evenly all over my face, allowing it to dry before continuing with my makeup. 

I filled in my eyebrows using a Jordana Fabuliner in Taupe. 

For eyeshadow I opted for the MUA Undressed Palette. I applied the lightest pearlescent pink shade to the eyelid then a taupe to blend out in the crease and a smoky brown to the outer corner. 

I lined the upper lash line with Soap and Glory Supercat liquid liner, and the lower lash line with Soap and Glory Smoulder pencil. Then smudged it out. 

For mascara I opted for CoverGirl Clump Crusher in Black. 

My lips were treated to a coat of CoverGirl LipPerfection jumbo Gloss Balm in Watermelon. A bright pink colour with a lovely glossy sheen. 

That completes my makeup look for today! Thanks so much for reading and I'll see you soon! 

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Pretty in Pink Makeup. High-Street Edition

Pretty in Pink

The summer is finally here!! Ditch the dull nudes and browns and lighten up your makeup look. Go on....

I adore pinks, especially with having green eyes because pink really makes my eyes pop, but pink can work for any eye or hair colour, you just have to chose the right shade of pink for you!

I opt for soft subtle cool toned pinks because I have green eyes and red hair (not naturally red, but still red nonetheless)

Brunettes with brown eyes look stunning with a warm toned 'barbie' pink. 

Blondes with blue eyes suit candy pinks. 

Here's the most recent pink makeup  products I've bought for summer 2013.

• MUA blush in Bubblegum
• Wet n wild 'megaglo' illuminator in Catwalk Pink
• Sleek 'lashout' mascara in Black
• NYC lipstick in 'Modern Love'
• ELF cream eyeliner in Black
• MUA 'Undressed' eye shadow palette 

And here's how I wear this look....

I hope this inspires you to ditch the dull browns and nudes and try something summery whilst you have the chance, afterall - pink really does make the boys wink ;)

Take care and see you in my next blog, love & hugsHelen xx