MONDAY MAKEUP...QUICK AND AFFORDABLE BASICS

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I get a lot of questions about my makeup routine. I’ve never done a tutorial cause I don’t feel like I’m an expert in the field! 

But, one question I get over and over? Foundation!!

How much are YOU spending on foundation? Sometimes the prices are jaw dropping. And they don’t need to be.

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I’ve often use expensive ones and I like trying new ones (I talked about it here in THIS POST). Over the years, I know the ones that work well for HD cameras under certain light. Soap opera lighting verses natural light outside, or indoor lighting on a nighttime set— or regular life!- they all could use slightly different coverage. 

But today, I’m sharing a drugstore version that I use a lot lately.

This is a BASIC, FAST Everyday look. Perfect for anyone, but really helpful for a busy mama;) I’ve gotten my routine down to about 6-8 minutes!


DRUGSTORE FINDS

FOUNDATION: Burt’s Bees CC Cream is so affordable, buildable works well in different light. It gives a dewy look and covers well and has sunscreen.  I put it on clean skin with a brush. I let it sit for a minute, then go back in and dab it on areas I need more help, like under the eyes or on blemishes.

EYELINER: Loreal Infalliable. Been a part of my mix of liners for years. Sometimes with a new one, I have to break it in, so to speak. Warm it up so it’s not so stiff.

MASCARA: I get asked about this a lot. People ask if they are my real lashes. Yes. I just put a lot of mascara on! Loreal Voluminous Mascara works. I also talk about it in this post.

BRONZER: I love Loreal’s overall bronzer for contouring and shading and an added glow.

LIPS: Revlon Ultra HD Lip Mousse Hyper Matte. I got it from Jamie Greenberg, celebrity artist- she does Kaley Cuoco’s face. This stuff stays on forever. I add lip balm on top and blot it so it kinda looks “natural.” I’m liking Dusty Rose and Death Valley. Funny names but nice colors.


DRUGSTORE HAIR PRODUCTS:

HAIRSPRAY: A little bit of Elnette does wonders.

SHINE: John Freida Shine Spray


NON-DRUGSTORE GO-TOS:

BROWS: Anastasia Palette I literally create an arch that is not there with this palette, but ANY darker powder will work with the right brush.

BLUSH: Benefit Palette I like a pop of color on my cheeks. I think it makes me feel more youthful. (Notice I said FEEL, not necessarily look younger. And feeling it is half the battle!)

Very curious if you decide to try a drugstore foundation! Lemme know if you think there’s a huge difference in the expensive brands or not??… I do like to change things up often, so lemme know you’re favorites, pretty please! Whatever you are loving NOW. Also, would y’all be interested in more video type stuff on here, too? Not necessarily a tutorial, but something more video oriented?? LMK!

xoxo

AAJ




AFFORDABLE BIRTHING MAKEUP VIDEO TUTORIAL with Celebrity Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg

Watch Celebrity Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg give me a tutorial on "how to look good while giving birth." It sounds like a joke (and we definitely laughed a lot), but it's for real. I highly doubt any of us will be concerned with our makeup while we're in the hospital, but this tactic applies to any big event in life where you could break a sweat and need a lasting makeup look (could've used some of these products for my shower!).  And we used ONLY drugstore, affordable makeup. I found some new favorites (LookBook below!). Watch and let us know your thoughts! And subscribe to her channel! 

Calling All Mom's to Be!! SUBSCRIBE to my page! http://bit.ly/jamiemakeup So. You're 9 months pregnant and you're stressing over what last minute things you need for the baby! You don't have the time to worry about what makeup to pack in your hospital bag. Well don't worry, I've got you covered!!!

shop my favorites from the tutorial below!