Big Lashes and Berry Lips

I have never been the type of person to follow the seasonal changes when it comes to makeup. Basically I wear what makes me happy and beautiful.  Lately I’ve been a huge fan of “simplified” makeup looks. To me, that means flawless skin, “natural” lashes, and some sort of fun neutral lip.  Nowadays the easier the makeup look, the better off I’ll be getting ready for the day.  Lord knows I never feel like myself if I’m not put together before I leave the house.

I have been using Rodan and Fields for over 4 years now…definitely my ride or die skincare routine (I’m happy to write a post about my current routine if you wish). I believe that if your skin is unhappy, there is legit no sense in trying to apply makeup to your face.  If you’re too dry, you’ll get oddball patches on your skin where makeup has clung to said dry spots.  If you suffer from acne, trying to cover up blemishes can be a nightmare and even make your condition worse.  Believe me, I did it for years until I changed up my skincare routine.  More on that later though…we’re here to talk about lashes and lips, people!

Let’s talk lashes!   A part of my daily routine is to apply Lash Boost to my lash line each night before bed and this has been a major lifesaver.  My poor lashes were pathetic after having kids and I always longed to have beautiful lashes again.  Lash Boost has helped me get them back and made it so I no longer have to wear false lashes!  OI love to accentuate my lashes with a touch of mascara, and my absolute favorite right now is the IT Cosmetics Superhero Elastic Stretch Volumizing Mascara – that’s a mouthful!  This mascara is seriously bomb [DOT] com and does not bleed onto my skin underneath my lower lash line. *raise the roof*  I love this mascara so much because I do not feel the need to apply eyeliner on the daily to accentuate my lash line.  It makes my eyes look brighter, and more awake because it lifts and separates them for a more “doll-like” effect.  I usually get mine here, but, have also found a sweet deal here – 2 for almost the price of 1!!  Go get you some!

Onto lips!  I have been seriously obsessed with the Caramel Latte LipSense by Senegence lately topped with either the Glossy Gloss, Matte Gloss, or, Golden Iris Gloss (pictured above).  On me this shade is slightly darker than my natural lip color and adds just a little something extra to my look.  By changing up the gloss that is applied, I feel like your can completely transform your look for any occasion.  The lip color really does stay all day, and makes the entire makeup application super easy since I never have to reapply the lip color throughout the day.  All I do is bring along whatever gloss I’m digging that day and apply that as needed.  Easy peasy!  Side note – I do not sell Senegence products, but, I am happy to suggest my dealer if you’re interested.  Just comment below!

What are a few of your favorite go-to makeup products to keep your day to day look simplified?