My Go-to Summer Makeup Bits and Pieces

Today I would like to share with you the bits and pieces I use to achieve an everyday summer look. During warmer months I try to narrow down the products I pile on my face and stick with simple and effortless makeup choices. Usually I gravitate towards warmer tones and go light on the base. But let's get right into it.

Summer Makeup Picks

I have switched from foundations to BB creams approximately a year ago. I reach for a foundation if I am getting ready for a special occasion, otherwise I prefer BB creams. The BB cream I have been loving lately is La Girl Pro BB Cream in Natural. This colour is a good match for me now but I would imagine it being a tad too dark for the rest of the year. I will be having a separate review for this product coming up, so keep an eye out for that! To cover my dark circles I have been using Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Circle Perfector SPF 30. This is the second sample I picked up from the Kiehl's counter and so far I have been really liking it. I highly appreciate the spf 30 factor and the lightweight consistency. Rest assured when I am done with the sample I will be getting the full size. For my eyebrows I use my trusty Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Medium Brown. I have a separate review for it, so check it out here. It is waterproof and long-lasting regardless of how humid or hot the weather gets.

La Girl Pro BB Cream, Anastasia Brow Wiz, Kiehl's Dark Circle Perfector

Moving on to an eyeshadow primer, which is an essential for me. If I don't use an eyeshadow primer my eyeshadows will crease and fade away within minutes. To prevent that I have been using NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base and I honestly prefer it to the Urban Decay Primer Potion. It gets the job done and I had this little guy for six months and been using it every single time I wear makeup. I have a deluxe sample but I will be picking up a full size as soon as I run out. Staying on the topic of eyes, I have been going for Catrice Papaya don't Preach single eyeshadow a lot. It is such a nice light peach colour that it's perfect for the summer. You can build the colour up for a more intense payoff but I prefer to just use it as a light wash just to give some nice glow for my lids.

Catrice Eyeshadow Papaya Don't Preach, Makeup Geek Blush in Bliss

NARS Eye Primer and Sleek Matte Me Liquid Lipstick in Birthday Suit

Makeup Geek blush in Bliss is my most worn blush, period. It is such a flattering colour. If you like a peachy blush, I highly suggest checking this one out. It stays on all day and you can't beat the price. Last but not least, during the summer I don't want my lipstick to melt off my face (or in my bag for that matter), therefore I stick with liquid lipsticks. Sleek's Matte Me Liquid Lipstick in Birthday Suit is a great nude. I think it would look good on anyone. If you fancy a bold lip, I would recommend going for the Sleek's Matte Me Liquid Lipstick in Rioja Red, but it is not for the faint-hearted!

This is it for now. If you want me to do more of this type of posts, let me know!

What are your summer staples?

Cheers,
Muffy