Happy Saturday! As I am sure many of you know, Sephora started their big annual sale yesterday! If you’re not familiar with this sale it is one of the only times Sephora offers 10-20% off site wide during the year. It is a great time to stock up on products you love or try out some new products at a discount. Here is a breakdown of who can shop the sale, when, and what discount you can expect:
Currently, Rouge members have access to 20% off, but over the next few days the sale will open to VIB and Beauty Insider members. It is free to be a Beauty Insider (just sign up with email here), so everyone has the opportunity to save 10%! If you’re wondering how to get into the Rouge and VIB tiers, it all has to do with how much you spend annually at Sephora- the more you spend, the higher your tier (and more savings!).
Okay let’s chat makeup- most of these items I use on a pretty regular basis and honestly I don’t mix up my products too much. Many of these I have used for YEARS and they are the best (in my opinion). Just a note- I am by no means a makeup professional and I know very little. I have always enjoyed playing with makeup and watching YouTube tutorials!
As far as makeup brushes, I have this Essential Brush Set and this foundation brush– not sold at Sephora. Don’t ask me why they don’t add the foundation brush to their essential set (to me its essential haha!). I have actually been using Sigma brushes for the last 7 years or so- I absolutely love them! They are great quality and make such a difference with the application of my makeup. Definitely an investment up front, but they last forever!
I am going to list out each product in order that I used them + shade used. I typically apply my face makeup first, then eye makeup (I know that’s probably wrong), but it has been my routine for as long as I can remember and hey- it works for me! I do have a face makeup and eye makeup tutorial saved to my highlights. They were both filmed last year, but most of the makeup and how I apply is the same. I definitely need to film an updated tutorial soon, but until then here is a list of all products I use:
- BECCA Backlight Priming Filter: apply with fingertips all over face; primes face for makeup and gives glowy finish to skin
- BECCA Under Eye Brightening Corrector (shade light to medium): use fingertips to apply to under eyes; brightens look of dark circles and great base for concealer
- Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation (shade 3N1): use foundation brush and apply liquid foundation in circular motion all over face. Foundation is buildable and gives me flawless skin. I wear the same shade year round.
- Tarte Shape Tape Concealer (shade light neutral) OR Tarte Hydrocealer (shade light neutral): *not sold at Sephora* I use the shape tape concealer under my eyes and to conceal any blemishes on my face. I blend with this sponge and do not get the sponge damp. The Hydrocealer concealer is more hydrating and less likely to sink into fine lines- I think this concealer works better on mature skin or if you find the shape tape drying. *Can use TARTELTK25 this weekend only (4/9-4/11) for 25% off at Tarte *Can use Alexa at Tarte for 15% off purchase any other time.
- Fenty Beauty Pro Filter Instant Retouch Setting Powder (shade butter): I use the large powder brush (F30) from the essential set to apply this loose powder all over the face to set makeup. I feel like this helps to keep everything in place, but doesn’t make your makeup settle into lines or look cakey. I will also make sure to apply this powder to my under eyes to set my concealer well.
- BECCA Bronzer (shade bronzed bondi): apply along hairline, cheekbones, and jawline with this brush. Again, sadly this brush isn’t included in the essential set, so you would have to buy it extra. Really I just want the bronzer to liven up my color a bit and help provide some dimension and contour to my face. Sometimes if I feel extra pale, I may sweep some over my forehead and across my face for a little extra color.
- Nars Blush (shade Orgasm): I use the F40 brush from the essential set to apply blush to the apples of my cheeks.
- BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector (shade Opal) or Fenty Beauty Killawatt Highlighter (shade Mean Money/Hustla Baby): Use the E40 brush from the essential set to apply highlighter down nose to tip and along cheekbones. Both of these products are fabulous- the Fenty color is more gold, the Becca one is more pearl.
- Tarte Tarteist Eyeliner: I use the pencil side to line my top eyelids- I usually extend it out a bit for a winged look. *Can use TARTELTK25 this weekend only (4/9-4/11) for 25% off at Tarte which is better than the Sephora Sale *Can use Alexa at Tarte for 15% off purchase any other time
- Tarte Toasted Eyeshadow Palette or Tartelette Juicy Amazonian Clay Palette: I use the Toasted palette when I want more of a brown/copper/gold look- I usually apply s’more all over my lid with the E60 brush from the essential kit and latte in my crease with the E70 brush. I try to keep it really neutral and light, so my eyes look more bright (perfect for a daytime look!). I also love the Tartelette Juicy palette when I want a more pink/purple look. *Can use TARTELTK25 this weekend only (4/9-4/11) for 25% off at Tarte which is better than the Sephora Sale *Can use Alexa at Tarte for 15% off purchase any other time
- Anastasia of Beverly Hills Brow Wiz (shade soft brown): I use this pencil and LOVE it- makes a huge difference in my brows. I had my brows microbladed nearly 3 years ago, so there’s not much left, but I can still see where the pigment was placed. I generally just follow that shape, fill in sparse areas, and extend my brows. Check out my ‘Brows’ highlight for a tutorial. I also use this brow gel to brush my brows up and keep them in place.
- Tarte Tarteist Eyeliner: I use the liquid side to go over my pencil eyeliner. I feel like the liquid liner stands out more and adds a pop. *Can use TARTELTK25 this weekend only (4/9-4/11) for 25% off at Tarte which is better than the Sephora Sale * Can use Alexa at Tarte for 15% off purchase any other time
- Revlon Lash Curler: used to curl my lashes- I focus at the base and ends
- Lancome Lash Primer: used to prime my lashes for mascara, feel like this product also adds a little extra to the tips of my lashes which makes them look longer
- Benefit Bad Gal Bang Mascara: love this stuff! Been using for years and haven’t found a comparable mascara. I have seen a lot of girls share this Lancome mascara and have great results, so I am thinking about giving it a try!
- Charlotte Tillbury Airbrush Flawless Finish (shade 2, medium): This is the powder that I keep with me throughout the day to control shine on my face. I love the formula- not cakey and gives such a pretty flawless finish. One of my friends introduced this powder to me last year and it is the best!
- Charlotte Tillbury Lip Liner (shade Pillow Talk)
- Tarte Lippe Lingerie Matte Tint: (shade exposed) I really like the pinky nude color of this tint. I prefer a more glossy look which is why I add the juicy lip overtop (linked below). *Can use TARTELTK25 this weekend only (4/9-4/11) for 25% off at Tarte which is better than the Sephora Sale *Can use Alexa at Tarte for 15% off purchase any other time.
- Tarte Maracujá Juicy Lip (shade rose or coconut): love this overtop the matte tint (which is slightly drying in my opinion). This moisturizes, adds shine, and is long lasting! *Can use TARTELTK25 this weekend only (4/9-4/11) for 25% off at Tarte which is better than the Sephora Sale *Can use Alexa at Tarte for 15% off purchase any other time.
All products linked below!
I also wanted to share a few of my hair and body products I use- all are linked below!
