What's In My Make-Up Bag

I did one of these types of posts when I first started blogging last year and my make up bag has changed a lot since then. So I thought I'd walk you through the products that get me out the door and ready for the day.

Base

Nivea Rich Moisturising Day Cream, Rimmel Stay Matte Primer

I love to keep my skin moisturized especially with putting make up on daily, but it's quite hard to find one that doesn't sit heavy on the skin and leave it oily. I picked this Nivea one up from Boots the other day and I really liked it. I've always liked Nivea and this addition to my daily routine is great as it's light and non-greasy. 
 I'm obsessed with Primers, I have tried loads but I find the ones with silicone in to make my make up look blotchy within a few hours. This is why I like the Stay Matte Primer from Rimmel so much. It's smooth and doesn't feel like a layer too many before my make up application.

Face

 
Real Techniques Expert Face Brush, L'Oreal CC Cream Anti-Fatigue, Rimmel Stay Matte Transparent Powder, TOPSHOP Kabuki Brush, Benefit Boi-ing Concealer, Miss Sporty So Clear Concealer

Too many products to probably talk about in this part so I'll just highlight a few of my favourites.
 I've tried the Anti-Dullness and Anti-Redness CC Creams from L'Oreal so I thought I'd switch it up and try the entire collection by picking up the Anti-Fatigue version from Boots. It gives me the right coverage without feeling too heavy and brightens my every growing bags under my eyes. 
 I've moved away from full on face powders but I've always stuck my Rimmel when I want to banish the shine. So this Transparent powder is great as it's not too heavy for my skin and also rids my skin of shine.



Colour

 
Bellapierre Mineral Bronzer, Barry M Blusher, Primark Face Brush, (I have no idea what the other bronzer is, I just know it's fab)

Oo, I love this BellaPierre Mineral Bronzer! It's something I like to get out when I'm going for a night out or cocktails with the girls. It adds a little highlight onto my cheeks with it's subtle golden shine. This Barry M blusher is lovely too, the pigment is really strong so I only have to use a little bit to get the colour I want.


Eyes

Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette, MUA E1, E2 & E3 Make Up Brushes

I've been using my Basics palette on a daily basis recently. I use the shimmer in the inner corner of my eyes, apply a base and contour for a subtle smokey eye. 

Rimmel Scandaleyes Mascara, Helen E Brown Eyeliner, Barry M Liquid Liner



Brows

Maybelline Brow Drama Mascara, Rimmel Eyebrow Pencil

It's all about the brows and recently I've been trying to make my eyebrows as naturally bushy as possible. I use these two combined to firstly add shape with the Rimmel Pencil, followed by the brow mascara to almost make my eyebrows a little bit more 3D.


So that's it, everything I use to get myself ready. If you have any make up bag posts, leave them below. I'm looking for some good make up to add to this collection.

Urban Decay Naked 3 - Christmas Look

Now, I'm not the most skilled with a make up brush but I thought that seeing as I am in the possession of the very gorgeous Naked 3, I would take a jab in the dark at pulling together some looks, starting with something a little festive. 

For this look I prepped the eyes with the Original Primer Potion all over the lid and under the lash line. I find this is an essential move with this palette as some of the metallic shades are hard to transfer otherwise. 

I then went straight in and covered my lid with the copper/rose Trick, using the thicker end of the brush to really layer it up and add the shimmer I wanted for this look. 

I then took the smaller Crease end of the make up brush and added a touch of Dust to the inner corners of my eyes. This is one of my favourite eyeshadow tricks because it instantly adds light to your eyes.

To add some depth and texture to this look I took the deepest shade from the Naked 3 palette, Blackheart, and blended it into my crease from the outer corner. 

To take the harshness away from the bold colour of Trick, I took Strange, the lightest shade in the palette, and used it to blend out Trick towards my brows.

Finishing with some Miss Eylure lashes and a coating of Soap & Glory Thick & Fast, the look is complete.

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette - Introduction

The excitement I had when I received this package from Lookfantastic was beyond my control, when I cut through the cardboard to find one of the most sought after beauty products of the year!

The Urban Decay Naked 3 palette was available to pre-order a few weeks ago and I just couldn't help myself, and it seems a lot of other bloggers felt the same way.

Containing 12 never before seen shades, all with a beautiful rose tinted finish, this Urban Decay palette sets itself apart from its predecessors. 

I cannot wait to try a few looks for this out over the next few blog posts, plus the double ended brush and quad of primer potions will be a great help too. 

Have you managed to get your hands on the Naked 3 yet? Or is this on your xmas wishlist?

A Night With Rihanna

Last night was one amazing night! 

I'm a big, big fan of Rihanna and I finally got to see her on her Diamonds tour in Manchester. 

For this night there was one thing I just had to wear. The Ririwoo lipstick from her own collection at MAC.

 I started by applying this Black Red lip liner from Lord & Berry to give my lips a two toned finish. 

I then applied Ririwoo to my lips and blended with a brush. 

For my eyes I used the Naked Basics palette from Urban Decay to get a neutral smokey eye that won't detract from the lips. 

I then lined my lids with a big flick and finished with a set of Katy Perry eye lashes. 

Big hair was necessary and with my Babyliss Boutique Wavers I got finished my look. I wore one of my favourite dresses from ASOS with black strappy heels from Primark. 

The night started with an impressive set from GTA and then we waited for Rihanna to arrive. 

The entire night was so amazing, singing from her new Unapologetic album as well as her biggest hits like Umbrella, Only Girl and We Found Love. I didn't want it to end!!