PEEK INTO MY MAKEUP BAG

I quite enjoy makeup posts. I find it useful to read other people's recommendations - so here are a few of my own.

Foundations/Cover up:



I don't usually wear foundation, but occasionally for an absolute perfectly smooth face I turn to good ol' Boots No. 7 (Dual Protection Tinted Moisturiser for day time for it's light and sheer dewy look, and a smooth, slightly thicker Stay Perfect foundation for evenings). Collection 2000's Lasting Perfection serves as a handy coverup stick to carry around. I'm not even sure how I acquired the other two in this photo.

Eyes - Shadows, Pencils & Mascaras:



I currently use Too Faced Lash Injection mascara for darker, thicker lashes, or Maybelline "the falsies" Volum' Express for a less heavy look. My No. 7 eyelash curler is a serious must-have (uh, yeah, I have very Chinese lashes. Straight, that is). For eyebrows I like a strong brow, and an eyebrow pencil does the trick for me. Oddly I think brows may actually be one of my favourite aspects of applying makeup.

With eyeshadows, I normally don't use much (if any) during the day, but at night I like to blend different brands and textures of shadow together - No. 7 does nice mousse-y shadows, Urban Decay has some awesome colours, and MAC as always is a great one to turn to for colour and vibrance.

And PS - Urban Decay VAPOR eye shadow (in silver) is my absolute favourite for highlighting brow bones, cheekbones and even the tiniest dab down the nose bridge.

Cheeks - Blushers & Bronzers:

I WISH I were one of those girls with beautifully strong cheekbones but alas, mine are a tad more elusive. I'm a big fan of any bronzer (beach-y glow? yes please). As for blushers, despite having the opinion that powdered versions are easier to apply, I always find myself drawn to the velvety feel of Maybelline's mousse blushers and poking a finger in the testers. Sorry, Boots.

I won't even bother with a photo of my rather pathetic "collection". I need a fabulous darkish bronzer/blush - suggestions very welcome!

Lips - Glosses, Lipsticks and...Plumpers?:




Lately I've grown very fond of darker lips - bare/minimal eyes and bold lips exude glamour to me. YSL does gorgeous lipsticks that not only look great but feel beautifully moisturising. MUA does a surprisingly nice deep red, and for only 1 pound (yeah, seriously. Even more surprisingly, it's the one I get asked about the most often). As for glosses - I have tried many a plumper in my time in an attempt to get luscious bee-stung lips. Despite hearing many positive things about Too faced Lip Injection, I actually still prefer Soap & Glory Sexy Mother Pucker (plus the name is genius!). Smells gorgeous, comes in various shades, looks great and has a delightful tingle I (rather masochistically) love.

What are some of your favourite products?