It's been far too long since I've last updated you with my beauty essentials - a few things have remained (loyal through and through!) and a few new favorites have earned their spot in my own personal beauty hall of fame. Because I have little time to waste in the morning (work awaits at the office!), my beauty routine is exactly that - a routine. A little boring, yes, but reliable and fast. And for a busy working girl on the go, that certainly counts for a lot! Here's the rundown:
- Revive Sensitif Oil-Free Lotion. A downright splurge, considering I was hooked on Olay's wallet-friendly moisturizer for years and years. But I've seen a considerable difference in my skin and it controls the oil throughout the day, especially when combined with the next item...
- Smashbox Photo Finish Light. I once made the mistake of forgetting to apply this - never again!
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Duo Brow Powder and Duo Brush. It took me a while to get used to thicker brows and now I wouldn't have it any other way.
- Bobbi Brown Oil-Free Even Finish Compact Foundation. This gives me the perfect amount of coverage.
- Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat. My favorite beauty item, applying this product makes me look instantly brighter and more awake.
- Bobbi Brown Blush in Peony. This has been a mainstay in my makeup bag for many years now - there's not another blush I'm willing to try!
- Bobbi Brown Sheer Finish Loose Powder. I dust my face with a little bit of this loose powder to "set" everything. The result? A more finished look.
- Chanel Les 4 Ombres Quadra Eyeshadow in Spices. The only eyeshadow that doesn't give me greasy eyelids, and the colors are just perfection.
- Maybelline Volum' Express Mascara and Shiseido Eyelash Curler. I never leave the house without a few pumps using the curler and a coat of mascara - this mascara actually keeps the curl in my stubbornly straight lashes.
- Benefit Magic Ink Eyeliner. When I first posted about this product, I used the words "my new love affair." It's true, and it's still going strong.
- Estee Lauder lipstick in Bitten Fig. My go-to lip color. Unfortunately, I last heard that this color was discontinued. I'm on my third and final tube, so I'll be on the hunt for a new perfect red soon!
Any makeup must-haves that I'm missing? Would love to hear your favorites!
thanks for sharing! Your makeup always looks FLAWLESS!
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I'd love to try some of these products. With my extra oily T-zone, my make up rarely lasts until noon.
ReplyDeleteMy makeup must-haves include:
ReplyDelete*NARS Laguna/Orgasm duo
*Shu Uemura eyelash curler
*Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
*NARS concealer (otherwise I'd scare anyone who saw me without it)
I have been meaning to try the YSL Touche Eclat, your 'rave' makes me want to take the plunge...
Btw, what happened when you skipped the Smashbox Primer? I used to use a Smashbox primer, but have done without for a few years, wondering if I should 'take it up' again.
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thanks for sharing...I got curious about Smashbox Primer..
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How I miss my Touche Eclat :-( Someone stole mine!
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I want to try the new moisturizer. Like you, I've been using Olay.
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ReplyDeleteWill definitely be incorporating many of these into my beauty routine.
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Thanks for sharing! I always love seeing what some of my favourite bloggers use.
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So glad you shared your makeup staples. I am a beauty stalker and am always looking for great advice on how to look your best throughout the workday.
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I actually found a very similar shade. I used to love the Bitten Fig shade, but now I'm hooked on their Pure Color "Hot Kiss" shade. Perfect for my Asian complexion.
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I love Touche Eclat and I'm dying to try the Benefit liner you recommended. Great picks!
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Love the simple, fuss-free picks!
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Love your makeup routine! I think I need to try the first 2 items..you have amazing skin! xo
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I love the colors you use! That Chanel quad is lovely. I recently came across this lipgloss/lipstick from Urban Decay. It's incredible. It's called "Super Saturated High Gloss lip color" in the color crush. It's not like a regular lipstick because it comes in a pencil form...and it's glossy! I'm obsessed.
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Great tips! I need to wear more lipstick... I just don't ever think about it... I'm loving right now Urban Decay's Naked 2 pallet but especially the matte colors... so fun...
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Aloha, Ahn! I love posts like this. It's kind of like "what's in my beauty bag" or "what's in my vanity" type of posts. We love seeing what makes you look so glowing and flawless in your photos.
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It's a GREAT red. It's more a of a true red rather than brick-y or bluish. It's not super moisturizing because it's a long wear matte formula, so you have to wear it with a balm, but it is truly the best red for asian skin.
Great post! Love all of it. <3
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LOVE this post! I think I'm going to ahve to buy that Smashbox primer. And I love my Anastasia brow pencil - glad to see there are other fans out there!
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Thanks for all the tips! I definitely gonna try the Revive Lotion. I am loyal to Olay since it works for me but now really tempting to switch to something new. Do you recommend anything for eye creme?
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Love these products! That bitten fig lipstick looks awesome!
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I want to try that eyeliner! I love the Smashbox photo finish primer - perfect! :) Great choices, Anh!
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I change out my foundation every quarter, since my skin texture changes from one season to the next. I'm a huge fan of YSL and Chanel during the summer and spring months, and Mac and Giorgio Armani during the fall and winter months - their face fabric is just incredible and gives that velvety finish!
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I feel ya on having to makeup that has to last ALL day and beyond. I use MAC pro longwear foundation and it seriously lasts all day. I love it so much. I also love the MAC pro longwear lipgloss. It does not move! I'm going to try some of your picks here too! Thanks for sharing!: )
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Thanks for sharing this post. Love the picks.
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ReplyDeleteGreat picks! Chanel eyeshadow has never let me down, so I'm definitely going to check out Spices. Actually going to test out a few of these! Thanks for sharing!
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I definitely love that Chanel eyeshadows. The colors are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHmm I would love to try the Benefit Ink Eyeliner!
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ReplyDeletemost definitely some awesome picks
ReplyDeleteI really need to invest in Touche Eclat, I've heard nothing but good things for years & still don't own it!
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No offense, but I don't think I'd want to copy your makeup look...
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