Showing posts with label foundation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label foundation. Show all posts

Friday, February 20, 2015

Save or Toss?

Save or Toss?



In the next few weeks I am going to be doing a series of blog posts about how long to keep make up, when to toss or save, and how to clean it. 

Stay tuned to see all the great tips.

But for now here are some great tips on if you should save it or toss it!


Mascara
Mascara should be replaced every three months, since its liquid consistency makes it more vulnerable to bacteria, and its proximity to your eye can lead to possible infections. 

Liquid Liner 
Liquid eyeliners present the same concerns as mascara, so they should be replaced every six months. Pencil eyeliners, however, should last you up two years. Sharpen your pencil with each use to keep it fresh. 

Foundation 
For liquid foundations, say goodbye if you notice any change in smell, texture or color. Most foundations should last you up to a year, but if you’re prone to acne, think about tossing yours every six months. 

Lipgloss 
Because of the liquid consistency, lipgloss needs to be replaced more often than lipstick. Swap yours out every 12 months. 

Concealer 
As with liners, the longevity of concealers depends on consistency. Liquid concealer should be tossed after one year, but powder concealer is fine up to two years. 

Nail Polish 
If you notice a change in color or a funky smell, it’s time to part ways with your polish. In general, it should last you up to two years and some have expiration dates on the back of the bottle.  

Lipstick 
Consider it a long-term relationship- lipstick can last up to two years! Dispose if your lipstick becomes dry or changes hues. 

Powder, Blush, Bronzer, Eyeshadow With proper care, and clean brushes, powder-based products can last for a couple of years.

Tip: To keep track of your product expiration dates, write the date of purchase in sharpie on the bottom of each product so you’ll know when they pass their prime.

Saturday, February 5, 2011

The make-up and brushes I use


Hello ladies,

This is the second blog about the make-up products I use as promised

I will post in order the products I use on my face and eyes, as well as the bushes I use with that product if any. Hope you all enjoy!

So lets get started!

Face Routine

Laura Mercier - Oil Free Tinted Moisturizer



Laura Mercier - Silk Cream Foundation



Laura Mercier - Oil Free Foundation


Laura Mercier - Cream Eye Concealer


Benifit - Boi-ing Concealer / Eye Bright


Laura Mercier - Concealer Duo


Mac - Mineral Skin Finish Natural - Setting Powder

Bare minerals - Flat Top Kabuki Brush


Mac - Mineral Skin Finish Natural - in a darker shade for contour

Mac - 109 Brush for contour


Smashbox - Bronzer


Mac - Blush

Mac - 108 Angled Blush


Mac - Mineral Skin Finish Natural - Soft & Gentle - Highlight

Mac - 165 Small Tapered Brush



Mac - Paint Pot - Eye Shadow Base / Primer

I apply these with my fingers


Mac - Holiday Eye Shadow Sets


Mac - Eye Shadow Quad


Mac - Single Eye Shadows in Palette - Neutral


Mac - Single Eye Shadows in Palette - Dark Shades

Urban Decay - Naked Palette


Eye Brushes - From Left to Right

Sigma Blending - E25 - Used to Apply Lid Color

Sigma Blending - E35 - Used to Hight Light

Sigma Small Tapered Blending - E45 - Used in Crease



Gel Eye Liner Brushes - From Left to Right

Sigma Flat Definer - E15 - Used for Eye Liner

Mac - 266 - Tapered Eye Liner

Sigma Short Shader - E20 - Used for Smudging Eye Liner

Sigma Small Eye Liner - E10 - Used for Eye Liner


Mac - Khol Eye Liners


Lancome - Eye Lash Primer

Covergirl - Lash Blast Mascara


Smashbox - Brow Tech To Go - Use to fill in Eyebrows


The next few items are for storage and cleaning items

This is how I store / carry my make up when I take it places

I bought this container at Target in the Orginization Secteion


This is a Quick Change Brush Cleaner - This brand is not sold in stores (Sorry)

I use this after each time I use my brushes - I spray it on the brush and rub the brush on a towl to clean

I also do a deep cleaning of my brushes once a week using baby shampoo and water

I clean my brushes so often to prevent bacteria from forming in my brushes that can cause breakouts

I hope you all enjoy seeing the products I use. Again I am not saying to go out and buy them by any means. I have just fallen in love with these products and they have become part of my daily routine

If you have any questions on the color or the prices leave me a Facebook message and I will let you know

I will do a second post on some of my favorite hair care products as well