The products that make a home in your makeup bag, the ones you travel with everyday, and on occasion, you will turn the car around and risk being a few minutes late because you left them at home, are THE REAL products you cannot do without. What is so amazing, is the bag is different for every woman. My makeup bag has changed little in the past few years. Now, the actual product brands may have altered a bit, but, overall these are my essential products and I would love to share them with you. Now, I must make the disclaimer: Pardon the frayed edges and worn labels. These are my essentials, girl! They are used!
Lancome Dual Finish Versatile Powder Makeup $38.50
I ALWAYS keep a powder compact with me to blot excess oil. But, this product exceeds that. It blots the oil and provides freshness. But, it is also a foundation. So, it gives my skin a lovely color and coverage boost, so essential for mid-day. The texture is great, light and weightless. The mirrored compact is well made and handles the bumps and bruises my makeup bag endures. It is a pricy alternative to standard powder, but a little goes a long way and I love the result. To view this product, visit lancome.com.
Clear Eyes Redness Relief $6.99
Redness relief drops or artificial tears (sometimes both) are always in my bag. I really prefer the tears on most days as Southern Californian days and constant computer work, makes my eyes feel so strained. A refreshing drop or two, feels so good! The redness relief is usually used for close up pics, when needed. As you know, these products are available in grocery, drug and discount stores.
Cettua Oil Control Tissue
Cettua is a company that creates several skin care products, including these oil removing tissues that sop us excess oil without disturbing makeup. There are 50 tissues in a pack and it usually takes me one or two to complete the job, especially during summer when I tend to be oilier. The website states, "It contains natural pulp with flax to feel luxuriously soft on your skin." Visit cettua.com to learn more about this product and their complete line.
Sally Hansen Salon Manicure Cuticle Eraser+Balm
Sometimes, I feel like I am the Queen of Dry Cuticles! I will invest in a gorgeous gel manicure, and because I wash my hands often, my cuticles get so visibly dry and flaky. It is simply hideous! So, I keep this product with me at all times. Whether I am sitting at my desk, in a car, on a pew, I can pull it out and quickly rub this velvety balm around my nails for instant gratification. It is so pleasant to use with its great feel and cucumber scent. The price varies, but is is found where Sally Hansen products are sold. sallyhansen.com
MAC Lip Pencil $16.00-$20.00
If you follow me on my You Tube channel, you have seen me pull out one brand of lip pencil over and over and over again! My MAC lip pencils and I have endured a long and loving relationship. Love the texture that stands up to the most emollient lipstick, the colors that stand bold against my darker complexion. I adore the standard pencils in Currant (red) and Nightmoth (plum) and the more expensive ProLongwear in Bittersweet (brown). I have recently gotten into the habit of carrying them all. I feel no shame. maccosmetics.com
Kiss Clear Strip Lash Adhesive $3.99
One day, at work, I was at the copying machine talking to a dear coworker and I notices she kept looking at me kinda strange. You know, how when you sense that your mind starts racing: Spinach in the teeth? No, wait she is looking higher than that. Is my lace front off kilter? No, she's looking lower! What is she staring at? Finally, she had the kindness and decency to let me know my eyelash had gone wonky and I needed to attend to it. That was the last time I left the house without adhesive for my falsies. I like this delivery system and formula even better than Duo, which says alot! It is available at my local supermarket and the price is great.
Sephora Collection Candy Compact Mirror $8.00
This is an exclusive to Sephora. It contans 2x magnification and regular magnification. The size is great for pocket or purse...or makeup bag and fits nicely into the hand. It is reasonably priced and comes in a delicious selection of yummy shades. sephora.com
Victoria Secret Beauty Rush Minty Shine $10.00
Also known as Minty Kiss, this gloss is a true favorite! When lipstick starts to fade, it is an instant pick me up, taking whatever remaining color you have and turning it into a pretty sheer shine. And at times when I do not want color, it works well also. It is clear with an amazing sparkle so it is pretty all by itself. And, truthfully, I am addicted to the minty feel. Available in store or online, you save the more you purchase. Two for $15.00 or 4 for $20.00. victoriassecret.com
Lancome Retractable Lip Brush $26.00
This was admittedly, an impulse buy. But one I do not regret. This brush is small and stylish. The brush works well and is easy to clean. It is sturdy and still looks like new. If I do not lose it, it will last for a good while and I enjoy using it. lancome.com
So, there you have it. I have bared my makeup soul and revealed what I carry each day. I would love to know what is in your bag. What product(s) can you not do without? Leave me a response. And stay blessed and Color Elated!
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