Summer is in full swing and that means I have to start thinking about what my face is gonna look like this season. NOTHING is worse than your face sliding off when you’re out with friends, maxin’ and relaxin’. As I fully intend on going out on dates this season and I need makeup that’ll keep up. The muffin shop is OPEN ladies and I don’t want anything - especially my makeup - ruining things.
That’s my long-winded way of getting into the makeup that’s going to do the work for me. Peep game…
NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30/PA+++ ($42): infused with naturally derived ingredients NARS’ Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF30/PA+++ (dare you to say that 5x fast) has an oil-free formula that hides what you want it to without suffocating your skin like a foundation. Every time I wear it (my shade is Polynesia) I get compliments on my “flawless” complexion and “even skin tone”. Internally, I laugh but I’ve been spreading the gospel of NARS since I received this sample. It provides more coverage than your average tinted moisturizer, protects skin with broad spectrum SPF all while keeping your skin breathable. My face it semi-matte all day. I’ve been alternating between this and Maybelline’s BB cream but prefer this since it does give me the coverage I want.
Smashbox Limitless 15 Hour Wear Cream Shadow ($19): this is a product that wowed me the first time I used it. When they say transfer and sweat resistant, they mean it! I wore it for a full day (nine hours for me) and this did not crease, cake or flake. Bonus: it’s enriched with Vitamins A and E so it glides on smoothly and evenly with your finger. It’s available in 12 different colors but I love Stone, a deep olive grey.
Maybelline Volum’ Express Mega Plush Mascara ($7): my love of Maybelline’s mascara range is no secret. I’ve waxed poetic before. I get it — I’m a fan girl. But for real, their new Volum’ Express Mega Plush Mascara is PMA (pretty much amazing). It’s the brand’s first gel-mousse mascara and has 40% less hard waxes. This basically means that the formula is softer and lashes are more supple. I notice, when applying, that it doesn’t get super hard when dry. My lashes are soft, separated and still look fab (no flaking!).
Thakoon for NARS nail polish in Koliary ($18): inspired by the designer’s Spring/Summer 2012 collection, NARS seriously has a winner with the five (six if you go NARS and not Sephora) piece collection. All of the colors are perfect for the season but the one that got me was Koliary, a cyan blue. It’s a vibrant blue that makes getting a manicure with any other color slightly depressing. If you’re familiar with NARS’ polish line, you’ll know that is applies smoothly and without any hitches (two coats and you’re good). With UV protection, this prevents polish discoloration. Get ’em while you can!
These are going to be my go to products for the summer. Will they change? Perhaps. I’m a polygamist when it comes to beauty.
Disclosure: samples were provided for editorial consideration. Please don’t forget that you can still help the people of Haiti, donate to the Red Cross today. Thank you.
I keep seeing the Nars tinted moisturizer everywhere, I’m thinking I may need to try this one out!
Hope you do item giveaway like Nars hehe. I wanna have this.