“The best thing is to look natural, but it takes makeup to look natural.” – Calvin Klein
I love makeup. I like buying it, I like wearing it, I like looking at how other people wear it. I starting wearing makeup around grade eleven, first experimenting with eyeshadow and lipstick. Now, several years later, I honestly feel more myself when I have makeup on. I don’t believe that makeup hides one’s true beauty, but enhances it. Makeup is a way to express myself, just like my clothing and accessories.
My favourite makeup brand is MAC. I find that their lipstick has staying power and their eyeshadows are pigmented and blend well. My CoverGirl compact is my best friend when it comes to concealer, but first I like to use a lighter foundation in the form of a BB cream. NARS blush in Orgasm has also been a go-to item for me for years; it’s pink/peach colour works well with my pale complexion. When it comes to eyeliner, I strongly prefer liquid, especially with a felt tip applicator. I have tried many mascaras, and lately I’ve been pleased with Dior. My previous favourite was benefit’s They’re Real, but I found that it dried out way too fast. Urban Decay also offers some really good products. I never apply eyeshadow without their primer, or spend a whole day out in the sweaty heat without their setting spray. As for tools, I have no complaints about Sephora and MAC brushes. My favourite lip gloss is made by YSL, and the reason I like it so much is because it’s not too sticky and the application brush makes it easy to apply.
What are your favourite makeup products?
