Hey everyone! I thought I’d write a post about my favourite make-up items and explain why I love them so much. Now I’m most definitely no beauty blogger or expert on this subject, and I will probably use the wrong terminology but never mind lol! I’m definitely not going to post any pictures of me wearing these make-up items, but I’ll show you what each one looks like in case you decide to go and buy them.
Firstly, mascara. I have tried LOADS of different brands and types of mascaras, and I think I’ve finally found THE one! Maybelline’s Lash Sensational Mascara is just lush, I use it in the Intense Black shade. Now I’ve got fairly long lashes already, so this mascara makes them more defined. The wand is slightly curved and has rubber bristles, but not the hard kind that drags your lashes out of your eyelid lol. The great thing about this mascara is that if you turn the wand around and use the back of it once you’ve fanned your lashes out, it will volumise your lashes and make them look so much thicker.
For my face, I use Maybelline Fit Me compact powder. Lately, I’ve had really greasy skin on my face so I had to resort to using a face powder to get rid of the shine. It does the trick for a good 10 hours I’d say, which is about enough for me. After that long I don’t normally care anyway lol! I’m totally useless with make-up so my face is lucky it’s getting this kind of treatment to be honest, I didn’t use anything on my skin for years until recently!
My next must-have is my eyebrow pencil. Without intending to blow my own brass instrument, I get told quite often that I’ve got amazing brows which always catches me out as I am rubbish at taking compliments! So, a couple of years back I had my brows shaped by a local mobile beautician who done a sterling job! Since then, I’ve just maintained the shape, thinned them out a little if they’ve gone a bit Noel Gallagher, and that is IT! Then, to define them before I go anywhere, I use Maybelline’s Brow Satin pencil in the medium brown shade. On one end you have the powder in the lid with a pointed sponge applicator, and the other end is a retractable pencil. Then, I just use an eyebrow brush to blend!
Next, to put a little colour on my cheeks, I use L’Oreal’s True Match Blush in Blush Peach. For years I used a crayon type blush and I fancied a change so went for this. I am in no way into contouring and all that jazz (as you’ve probably gathered by now lol!) but I do like to pink up my cheekbones a little before going out. I like this one as it comes with a little blusher brush in a hidden compartment under the blusher.
Finally, I’ll sometimes put on some eyeliner. I’ve tried dozens of different eyeliners and I’ve never mastered wings (don’t think my eyes are the right shape), so I’ve always found myself coming back to the old-fashioned Kohl pencil. I use a dark brown shade of the L’Oreal Color Riche range pencil.
And my bonus product is my lip balm which I only need to use once in the mornings to keep my lips soft and crack free. I found it in Waitrose and at the bargain price of £3.49 I’m even more pleased with it!
So, there you have it! I did warn you it wouldn’t be anything spectacular as I’m definitely no beauty blogger lol! But I thought it’d be nice to share my everyday make-up items. What are your go-to makeup products that you use daily? Do you have a fave brand and if so, why? Let me know in the comments below!
Until next time, Steff x
I used to live and swear by the maybelline lash sensational but just never repurchased it, might have too..
Omg Ellie! Do it! I won’t use anything else now ❤️ X
I love this Steff! I’m really interested in make up, although I’m no expert either, I love to hear about make up products that other people use and how to use them xx
I’m glad to hear it’s not just me! I feel old when all these younger girls do contouring with their eyes shut and I struggle putting blusher on right 😂 xx
I love the Maybelline fit me powder! It’s amazing and so affordable! The Loreal blush looks amazing as well 😍😍
The powder is fab isn’t it? Have you used anything similar that’s as good? I absolutely love the blusher, definitely recommend xx
Fab post Steff! I’ve never used powder before, but I have started to consider using it and the fit me compact powder sounds perfect.
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Thanks Emma! I love it as it doesn’t leave that caked-on look like you’ve got layers of stuff on. Just a nice, even colour xx
I use that same mascara and also love it! It doesn’t seem to get as clumpy as other’s I have tried! Great pick!
It’s brilliant isn’t it? I found the same, it’s not too runny and doesn’t pull out too much on the brush x
I love Maybellines Fit Me concealer so its nice to hear that some of the rest of the range is great too! I’ve not tried any of these yet!
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I’ll keep an eye out for that when mine runs out then! Xx
Useful info here thank you. I’ve struggled to find a decent mascara too. Even the expensive ones aren’t amazing so I’ll give that one a whirl.
You’re welcome! Hope you like it xx
I absolutely love the FitMe collection! And that Maybelline mascara is incredible!
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I’d definitely use the powder again, will have to check out the rest of the range. And the mascara is a friend for life I think! ❤️ Xx
Really want to try the Maybelline Fit Me range, I’m always on the hunt for a decent cheapish foundation!
Love the sound of that lip balm too, my lips are constantly dry, especially in hospital xx
I love lash sensational! It really helps bring out the volume in my lashes. I’ve heard lots about the Fit Me range, I’m really interested in trying out the concealer do you know if its any good? xx
The mascara is by far the best one I’ve had in years! I haven’t tried the concealer and I’ve not long ago got a Maybelline one. But I’ll definitely ge checking the Fit Me collection out when I need to restock! Xx
I really like the Maybelline Fit Me collection but haven’t tried that powder yet. Great post x
Thank you! I love the powder, but haven’t tried any of the other products so I’ll be checking them out when I need a top up! X
Ohh I actually haven’t tried any of these before! Although I have heard such good things about the mascara would love to give that a try! 🙂
Chantelle
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Seriously, next time you need a new mascara, try it! I don’t think you’ll be disappointed xx
I have been hearing such good things about the Maybelline’s Lash Sensational Mascara recently I think I am definitely going to have to give it a try!
Appart from that I don’t think I’ve ever tried any of these other products before! I think that L’oreal blusher looks ace though!
Chantelle
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I honestly wouldn’t use another mascara now! I’ve tried lots of others in between but keep coming back to it. I love the blusher, definitely recommend! Xx
This is such a brilliant post! I need to experiment more with make up so this post is brilliant and I love reading how you use certain products!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it, and it’s nice to meet another makeup novice lol! X
I have used the L’Oréal le blush before it was a lovely rosy colour, I haven’t tried the others. I am rubbish at make up haha! Xx
Haha me too! Sam always takes the mickey out of me cos I’m so useless at it! I love the blusher, it’s nice and subtle xx
I’ve been looking for a new eye liner to use lately I may just have to try this one! Thanks for sharing your faves!
Thank you for reading! I cannot get on with the liquid eyeliners so this one is a must for me xx
I’ve been looking for a good matte powder to have in my handbag during the day so I’ll definitely be giving the Maybelline one a go, thanks for sharing
I don’t think you’ll be disappointed! Thank you for reading xx