National lipstick day

Are you a lipstick lover?  Do you only wear for special occasions or daily?  I'm an addict. I confess. I can't NOT buy new tubes even though I have so many!  Probably 20. Okay maybe 30. But there's just so much fun in trying out shades. And with the multitude of options out there,  what are you waiting for?? Get exploring! You'd be surprised how a simple lipstick can totally transform your look. My current 3 faves: Lancome color design in wannabe,  a flirty raspberry color,  NARS schiap,  a matte pink, and urban decay revolution in streak,  a soft muted rose pink

Highlighters

With the practice and use of highlighter,  you can achieve a great glow any time of the year. From medium end to low,  there are many great alternatives. I've tried them all and depending what I'm going for, I use accordingly.
Low end- physician formula has a great one, and it is not too shimmery or light, it's actually just right and a matte finish
Medium- benefit watts up or high beam. Watts up is a lovely champagne hue, and high beam is a pinky beige that casts a lovely light
NARS 413 BLKR is another medium end brand that delivers. The beauty of this is you can do both, illuminate OR highlight. You can mix in with foundation for a glow boost or alone as a highlight. It is a multi functional product.
I love all of mine and usually I switch from cream or liquid to powders for fall and winter.

Fall makeup collections

Are you one who really looks forward to the collections the makeup world brings?  I do, and I get so excited!  I love the campaigns and the looks and seeing how it's Implemented by fashion weeks looks. Currently I'm setting sights on the sneak peeks of a couple I've seen so far.
NARS night caller- a dynamic blend of blush, taupe,  and purple toned collection that is reminiscent of the urban chic woman
Ysl leather fetish- a smoky blend of classic taupes and red lips
CHANEL etats De poetiques-  determined by the classic preppy beauty of tweed blazers and blush cardigans.
DIOR Trafalgar- Bordeaux and pinks marry in one class act of a palette
Smash box cherry smoke- another Bordeaux and pink palette but think very film noir with matte undertones
I look forward to the official launches and can't wait to try it all out!

Makeup refresh

Do you change your makeup with the seasons?  I do. Often, I opt for a natural,  glowy look for the summer followed by a bold tangerine or coral lip. For fall,  I really love a matte complexion with a raspberry or red lip. Winter, I really adore shimmers with a subtle pink lip. Spring,  I look to pastels. Right now,  it is summer,  so it's all about the glowy look.
Here are a list of some of my go to favorites:
NARS blush in ORGASM. There's no going wrong with this shade. It gives you such a beautiful ethereal glowy look. Bonus,  it's universally flattering on every one! Perfect for a bridal look
NARS Sugarland eyeshadow duo. Matte and shimmer shadows play out a lovely natural look
Benefit watts up highlighter- a glowy look isn't complete without highlighter.  I run under brows,  across forehead,  and temples.
No summer look is complete without at least 30 spf. I love L'Oréal silky sheer lotion for that.
Above all, primer is a must. If you don't use it, your makeup simply won't look it's optimum. If you don't prime,  you pay the crime! ☺ SMASHBOX photo finish is my personal favorite.
Lastly,  if you haven't discovered BB cream by now, you really need to! This tinted moisturizer has spf AND 5 benefits of use. I never go without my BB! Personally,  I use garnier BB cream. I've used it for 3 years and ive liked that one the most.

Do you like to switch your looks up too?