99.9% of the time when you see me wearing makeup these are the products I’ve used! I’m a creature of habit when it comes to cosmetics. Since my skin is prone to product-related breakouts, when I find something I love I continue to repurchase it. It’s a big reason why I rarely experiment with new primers, foundations and concealers– all the ones you see here I’ve been using for at least 6+ months. My foundation has been my go-to for nearly 2 years!
This is pretty much my exact daily routine. Sometimes if I’m in a time crunch I’ll skip the cheek contour and eyeshadow, but other than that this is what I always wear. A lot of these products I actually had my makeup artist use on me for my wedding day— that’s when ya know something’s good!
2021 updated favorites
I still love and use most of the below, however here are a few new products I’ve incorporated into my everyday routine!
Erborian CC Creme (shade Clair) – I love wearing this on days when I don’t feel like applying a full coverage foundation. It tones down redness, has SPF and lightly covers flaws. It also feels great and wear like a moisturizer!
Revitalash Hi-Def Brow Gel (shade Soft Brown) – this is my new go-to brow gel. It keeps unruly hairs in place and adds just a touch of color and definition.
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer – this was my favorite concealer for years! I recently picked it back up again and remembered why I was obsessed. Great coverage and won’t crease or crack.
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Bronzer (shade Luminous Bronze Light) – this is a new favorite bronzer that I’ve been loving! I actually wear it often as a blush. It’s the prettiest peachy bronze and give skin a sunkissed glow!
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lip Liner – another all-time favorite that I’ve been using regularly again! This lip liner is the perfect nude pink.
It Cosmetics Ombre Radiance Bronzer + Mega Fan Brush – I love this bronzer/highlighter and brush duo so much! The brush gives the perfect application.
SKIN & LIP PREP
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
Tula Rose Glow & Get it Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm (use code KATIESBLISS for 15% off)
Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Face Primer
FACE PRODUCTS
La Mer The Luminous Lifting Cushion Foundation SPF 20 + Refill
Shade: Petal
I apply using this foundation brush— make sure to dampen it first! I typically use water or Clinique Moisture Surge Face Spray.
SHISEIDO Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Concealer
Shade: 201-Light
I apply this to any blemishes, red spots and my under eyes and then I blend it out using a damp beauty sponge.
Urban Decay Naked Skin Color Correcting Fluid
Shade: Pink
I apply this to my under eyes to brighten the skin and give my eye area a youthful glow.
Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Setting Powder
Shade: Lavender
I use this to set my concealer and apply with a beauty sponge. It never looks cakey, does any amazing job of brightening the skin and keeps my concealer from fading throughout the day.
Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Match Stix Matte Skinstick
Shade: Amber
I apply this to the hollows of my cheeks, my jawline and the outer frame of my forehead. To blend I use a damp beauty sponge.
It Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores Blush
Shade: Sweet Cheeks
Burberry Fresh Glow Highlighter
Shade: Nude Gold
I apply this to my cheekbones, underneath my brows, above my lips and along my nose!
COVER FX Dewy Finish Setting Spray
I swear this makes the skin look like an Instagram filter! It gives it the perfect natural dewy finish.
EYE PRODUCTS
Similar MAC Eye Brow Gel
Shade: Brunette or something appropriate for ash blonde hair
The brow gel I’m currently using from MAC was sadly discontinued, but the one linked above should be very similar!
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil
Shades: Perversion (black) & Smog (bronze)
The best creamy blendable eyeliner! I use black on my upper and lower waterline to make my eyes pop and emphasize my lashes. Then I take the bronze and apply is to my upper lash line below my eyeshadow.
NARS Pro-Prime Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base
Helps eyeshadow last all day and prevents creasing.
Charlotte Tilbury Darling Eyeshadow Palette
This palette has the prettiest rosy champagne tones + a mix of mattes. You could easily use it create a dark nighttime look as well!
Lancome Monsieur Big Mascara
Shade: Black
LIP PRODUCTS
Jouer Long-Wear Crème Lip Liner
Shade: Pink Champagne Shimmer
Carmindy Beauty Universal Love Hydrating Lipstick
The perfect universal rosy lipstick! I’m obsessed with the non-drying formula. I can wear it all day!
TOOLS
Alligator Hair Clips (pack of 6 for $6.99)
Foundation Brush (the best I’ve ever used!)
Beauty Sponges (pack of 5 for $8.99)
Eyeshadow Brush (flat)
I use this for apply shadow to my eyelid
Eyeshadow Brush (blending)
I use this for blending shadows in eye cream and underneath my brows
Large Powder Brush
I can’t find the exact brush I have, but the one linked above is very similar.
Bronzer + Highlight Brush
I just flip and use the other side when I apply highlighter!
Manojnatha Shekhar says
Ohh that’s great makeup routine. Self-care, as well as grooming, is very important nowadays and it’s the right time to take care of your skin, hygiene. This breakdown gives us lots of time to take a look of ourselves and take out some time for personal grooming. Thanks for sharing this with us.