Bronze Babe

The time is upon us to be tan and fit.  I love this time of year.  The best way to get yourself summer ready?  Get a great bronzer.  I love to be tan, but have to admit, I don't tan my face.  I'm paranoid about getting sun spots and irreversible damage to my face.  So, I buy a great bronzer (my favorites are Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess and Physician's Formula Ultimate bronzer) to achieve that glow.  How to apply it?  Take a look:

All images courtesy of Pinterest

Make sure you choose a shade that is not too dark for you or you will look a bit orange-y.  

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Crazy Cat Eyes

Changing up your makeup routine can make you feel like a different person.  My summer routine is much different than the rest of the year.  It's hot and I don't want to wear a lot of makeup.  One thing that works for me throughout the summer is the cat eye and a nude lip.  There are many ways to create the look, so make it your own.

And the original cat eye:

and here's how you do it:

All photos courtesy of Pinterest

Beauty Routine

Good evening!  I hope you're all having a fabulous night.  I've been running around like crazy trying to get ready for my trip to Colorado.  So much to do!  Some of you might not know that I worked as a make-up artist for MAC a few years ago.  I loved it and gained so much knowledge about beauty products and what works best for me.  Some have asked me in the past what my favorite products are, so I thought I'd share.  Here's what I use pretty much every day without fail.  

(MAC Fast Response Eye Cream.  This is amazing and keeps my eye area so hydrated and makeup doesn't run $30)

(Armani Fluid Master Primer--a must have underneath your foundation.  $57)

(Armani Designer Lift Foundation.  I've tried every foundation out there and this is by far my favorite.  It doesn't feel tacky, goes on smooth, and looks amazing all day.  It's a bit pricey, but worth it.  $65)

(This brush is a must for liquid foundation.  Mac brush #187. It gives you a stippling effect, which makes your foundation look airbrushed.  You can also use it from dry to wet, so after using for liquid foundation, I use it to put on my loose powder as well.  $42)

(Armani loose powder.  Amazing and sets your foundation like nothing else can.  You just need a little bit. $49)

(To set your foundation, you'll need a spritz of MAC Fix +.  I've tried to live without it, but can't.  It gives you that flawless look throughout the day and sets your makeup.  $20)

I'd love to hear what your favorite products are.  All items can be found at Nordstrom.  All images courtesy of Nordstrom.

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