Evening Skincare Routine

The fact that I finally have a skincare routine actually shocks me. When and how did this happen? 

Garnier Micellar Water > This is the first product that I use, and I usually put some product onto a cotton pad and then remove my eye make-up. I think this is my 3rd or 4th bottle... ? Just shows how much I love this product! And the fact that you get 400ml for 5€ makes me love it even more.

The Body Shop Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil > Now, it's time to remove all the rest of the make-up on my face: I use three/four pumps of this oil and dilute it with a few drops of water and, with circular motions, I remove the make-up left on my face. Then rinse with lukewarm water.

La-Roche Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser > If you've been reading my blog for awhile now, you should know that I love French skincare products. I love this product because is gentle on the skin and it makes me feel clean, after using it. If you have sensitive skin, you should give this product a go.

La-Roche Posay Effaclar DUO[+] > I would describe this product as "magic in a bottle". The Effaclar DUO[+] is an anti-blemish cream which corrects the appearance of blemishes, unclogs pores and it refines the texture of the skin. I apply this product after I cleanse, before the moisturizer. On the package of the product it says that you can see improvements after the first week, but I actually started to see them after a month. 
The left side of my face usually explodes when the PMS comes (women, you what I'm talking about), but with the help of this little guy, the situation has been less tragic this month. 

You can use it all over your face (avoid eye area) or on a specific area. 

Eucerin pH5 Skin-Protection Cream > This may not be a night cream, but I like to use it before bed because is thick and, in the morning, I can feel my skin is hydrated. 

Akron Azalea Eye and Lip Contour Cream > This is an Italian brand and, unfortunately, you can't find their products in any shop. Only cosmetics consultants sell this brand, and they usually work with hairdressers and sell their products in hair salons. 

This cream is moisturizing and nourishing, and I noticed that my under eye area is much more hydrated since I started using it. Same goes for the lip contour, which gets very dry in the winter time.  

#FOTD 001

Why so serious? 

I'm really proud of this look. I love how I applied the eyeliner. And we all know that it's never gonna look that good again. Also, do you see that hint of contouring? Yes, that also isn't gonna look good ever again. Ok, without further ado, let's get into the look!

Nars Sheer Glow (Mont Blanc)

Maybelline Anti-Age The Eraser Eye Concealer (Light)

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder (Translucent)

Benefit Hoola Bronzer

Too Faced Candlelight Highlighting Powder Duo

Max Factor Creme Puff Blush (Seductive Pink)

The Benefit Hoola Bronzer is new to the house and I'm already lovin' it. I'll write a blog post very soon about how I contour my face. I never thought that the day that I'd say these words would ever come!

Urban Decay Naked Basic Palette (Faint)
Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion (Original - I own a sample)

Sephora Eyeshadows in It Bag n°80 & Movie Popcorn n°72

Let's talk about the eyes: I prime the eyelids with the UD Eyeshadow Primer Potion, then I add the Sephora 'It Bag' eyeshadow all over the lids and I wing it that out. Then I go in with Faint, from the Naked Basic Palette, in the crease and blend everything together. 

Last, I add a bit of Movie Popcorn in the inner corners of my eyes.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

L'Oréal Super Liner Black Lacquer Waterproof eyeliner

L'Oréal Brow Artist Plumper (Medium/Dark)

Maybelline Brow Satin Pencil (Dark Brown)

You can find a blog post on how I do apply my eyeliner here. With a liquid eyeliner is slightly trickier, but you can't take more than three hours.

Wednesday FOUR: 4 Beauty Products I'm Loving

The title speaks itself: here are four beauty products that I'm currently loving.

Urban Decay Naked Palette
Old but gold. I mean, just look at it. Isn't it perfect? The eyeshadows are super pigmented and buttery - a pleasure to apply. Before any eyeshadow application, I use the Too Faced Shadow Insurance primer which helps everything to stay in place.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara
The curved brush shape helps to lift and curl lashes, which is great if you, like me, are scared of eyelashes curlers. I love this mascara, maybe as much as my beloved L'Oréal Telescopic Faux Cils one.

Sephora Pro Brush n°10
I like to use this brush with a soft brown to define the crease, or all clean so I can blend any eyeshadows already applied and soften up harsh lines. 

Essie 'Carry On'
A deep burgundy nail polish - what else do you need?

21

Guess who's turning 21 today? Yes, me. Oh God, 21 is a lot. It seems like yesterday that I turned 18. Things have been pretty crazy this year - everything happened and I still don't know how I ended up where I am now.
Oh, well... Happy b-day to me!

Autumn

It's amazing what nature can do. Right?

Let's Talk About: Brushes

Oh, brushes. I don't know whether I'm more obsessed with them, or make-up. Anyway, these three are my favourite of all the brushes that I own:

Real Techniques Buffing Brush - You can get this brush with the RT Core Collection. This brush will help you creating a flawless base in a short time, due to the fact that is quite big. I've been using it non-stop for quite a while now, and it has replaced my beloved Expert Face Brush. It allows you to apply foundation in a blink of an eye, so it's the perfect brush for those who have no patience (me). It's also really affordable, good quality and cruelty-free.

Sephora Pro Brush n°57 - If you haven't tried any of the Sephora's Pro Brushes, well, you should. The price goes up a little bit, but you get a really good quality product. Its purpose it to blend concealer (cream over liquid ones) and the fact that is basically a mini buffing brush really helps you to blend concealer quickly.

MAC 217 - As if I've never talked about this brush before. You can apply, blend, and do whatever you want with this little guy. You need this in your life, trust me.

20/10/'15