There
might be a
few of you out there wondering what is in the makeup bag of someone
like me, a
self confessed makeup junkie and beauty site
editor...?
Well
first of all,
'makeup bag' in this case is just a convenient term to describe the
container of
my stockpile of makeup. Two large deep bathroom vanity
drawers, with
little stacked organizers actually house my inventory...
BUT
don't get the wrong impression. I am a picky purveyor of quality,
performance
makeup.
Also,
as far as my main makeup style goes, it may surprise you to know
that I am far from diva material(although I do like
to play with makeup) ...actually, most days, I love that highly sought
after natural beauty chic (I've always loved that
sun kissed pretty surfer girl style).
You
know... that style that makes people think you were born with
a radiant complexion, alluring eyes, etc....think Gisele Bündchen,
Jennifer Anniston...Ya, that's
the one. Just like the Maybelline jingle says"...maybe she's born with it,
maybe its Maybelline..."
(
F.Y.I. Truth be known, that 'look'
takes a lot of meticulous attention to detail, knowing your face and
coloring well, application strategy and yes, for most of us, some
makeup. )
Anyway, here is a list of my extensive but
carefully chosen makeup items. By the way, I don't wear it
all at once,
different modes have different line ups and combinations...Hey, this is
the art
of makeup.
Regardless
of what is on my makeup bag list, on these linked pages you will find
helpful tips on
what to look for in a particular makeup item to achieve you own style
goals,
understand the function of some of the range in formats ( i.e. powder
blush vs. cream blush) as well as well as some
great reviews.
Bobbi
Brown Set-Powder, Blush, Blender Eye, Smudge Eye, Angled Eye, Fine
Liner, Concealer, Foundation, Lip, Touch Up Eye, Cream Shadow, Brow
Filler, lash & brow
eye
lash curler
wedge
shaped sponges
tooth
brush
mascara
spool
Not necessarily in my makeup case but incredibly
important to your overall appearance
is a bright healthy smile (can you imagine gorgeous Gwyneth or Beyonce
with
dull, or worse yellow, teeth!). Take the time to get on a
regimen of teeth whitening...this alone can
make a dramatic difference. There all types of systems to
choose from
depending on your sense of convenience and budget; Crest White Strips,
Go Smile
and Dr. Katz are all
different but effective systems to consider.