Day Eighteen // What’s in My Make-up Bag

Makeup has always been something that I've enjoyed doing. I have days when I'd rather just shower and head out the door, but makeup has a way of making me feel much more refined. My makeup collection is still pretty limited, but it's come a long way from the single black eyeliner I owned as a teenager.

When I entered my early twenties, I used makeup as a way to hide and cover all my insecurities, so I absolutely beamed when E saw me with makeup for the first time in a long time (cause quarantine) and told me, "Your makeup enhances your beauty, but even without it, you're still beautiful."

Photo creds: Heaven Her

Here are some of my favorites!

+ Smashbox Photo Finish Primer "Minimizes Pores". For my oily girls, this is the real deal! As someone who has oily skin, I love the matte look this primer gives me. I usually get oily an hour or two after I put makeup on, but with this primer I don't get oily until four or five hours later. All you need is a pea size amount because a little goes a long way. I've had this for over a year and still have quite a bit left! I'm also fond of the silky and blurring finish it gives. Love this!

+ Milani Baked Powder Blush in "Luminoso". This is really pretty is you're looking for a natural peachy glow on the cheeks!

+ Bbia Last Auto Gel Eyeliner. I went through a phase in my teens when I used gel liner from a pot, but this makeup product is the best of both worlds: gel liner in the form of a pencil! The pigmentation and lasting power is no joke - it will not budge at all! I have mine in dark brown and use it to tightline. I love that it doesn't make a bold statement, but adds a subtle depth to my eyes. The best eyeliner!

+ Colourpop Brow Boss Gel. This is basically what I use for my brows these days as it's so easy to comb through and have a fuller brow. I've already purchased my second tube!

+ Nxy Lipgloss in "Apple Strudel". I'm a fan of Nyx lipglosses because they're just so pretty on the lips! It extends the moisture of my lips which I appreciate very much.

+ Laniege BB Cushion Pore Control in "Sand". This is my go to foundation for the fall and winter time! It goes well with my oily skin as it doesn't go overboard with the dewy finish. It definitely leaves a sheen, but a little bit of powder does the trick in setting it. I love the full yet natural coverage it gives me. The finish is absolutely beautiful!