Daily Makeup Brushes

The key to fabulous makeup is great brushes. I am disgusted with the relationship that I had with my brushes about 5 years ago. Washing them about once every 3 months. Ew, I know. I'm surprised my skin has made it out alive. Now, I ensure that I take care of my brushes as they are investment. I have a good few (slight understatement) and my daily makeup brushes are a little different to my going out/event brushes. The difference in scale being from a selection of approx 7 (daily) to 18 (evening). Apologies that a couple of the brushes are dirty, I photographed this after I applied my makeup today. Oops.

From Left - Right

Sigma F88 Angled Kabuki Brush

This brush is the ultimate star of applying and buffing in foundation. It is densely packed with bristles and so soft. The angled design allows me to buff around the nose and smaller areas. I love sharpening my eye makeup with the edge on it aswell. Due to the size, I can whizz through a quick makeup application in the morning. 

Real Techniques Pointed Foundation Brush

I personally use this brush to applying and blend out my concealer and/or highlighting. Unless you have the face size of a 4 year old, I can't see it being big enough for foundation.

Mac 168 Angled Brush

I get multi uses out of this one. Mostly, I will use it for applying contour and chissling my cheeks but it can also be used for blush (I switch it up sometimes).

Mac 129 Blush Brush

I have been loving this lately for applying a wash of blush to my cheeks. When I bought it, I struggled at first to use a brush this big for blush. But with a light hand it blends beautifully. It can also be used for setting powder or bronzing.

Real Techniques Contour Brush

I love the tapered shape of this brush and I love using it to highlight my cheekbones and down the nose. I have used it to contour in the past but find it a little thin.

Sigma F50 Duo Fibre Brush

A MUST HAVE. Duo fibre brushes are a combination of natural bristles and goat hair. They can be used with cream, liquid or powder products (triple win). I use this brush to blend everything out after my base is applied. Its also great for a super quick application of foundation.

Elf Spoolie Brush

Here we have a boring spoolie brush. I give my brows a brush through before applying some powder. Tame those brows girl! 

Sigma E65 Small Angle Brush 

Luuuurv this wee brush. Its so thin, dense and precise that it allows me to create crisp lines and fill in my brows perfectly.


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Casual Picks SS14 | Ebay Edit

Some people tend to stay away from Ebay when it comes to shopping online. They think that it is filled with people selling used and practically old items, when that's not the case. There are some great businesses/websites that go via Ebay to sell their products/goods to buyers. For me, I'm always on the Fashion listings as you can grab clothing and accessories at unbeatable prices.

I will be showcasing my casual picks of the moment that will maybe give you some style inspiration. It may also motivate you to browse a site that has everything you could possibly desire. Simple and sometimes cheaper than high street shopping! Here are some Ebay gems that I have discovered that tickle my fancy.

  Dogtooth Bralet £6.99 Acid Wash High Waisted Shorts £14.99 Metallic Platform Sandals £19.99 Statement Necklace £10.79 Messenger Satchel £10.99 Fringe Kimono £9.99 9 Piece Ring Stack £1.74 Round Hippy Mirror Sunnies £4.99

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Current Top 5 Lipsticks

I do love a good lippy. They are probably my second favourite beauty product (a close second to highlighters). I have a range of different brands and colours in my collection, although you'll mostly see me sporting a bold lip.

Its Autumn in Australia, but the hot weather makes it feel like summer to me. So, I seem to have a range of shades in my current favourite lipsticks at the moment. 

01. MAC Pink Nouveau (Finish - Satin).

A mid toned rose pink. I have returned to Pink Nouveau after having a slight love affair with my Candy Yum Yum. Pink Noveau is easy to wear due to its satin finish, pigmented formula and pretty shade. Its longevity is average.

02. YSL Rouge Volupte Shine in Shade 02 (Finish - Glossy Sheen).

Pourpre Intouchable is a berry brown shade. I love this as it's an unusual colour in comparison to what lip shades I usually stick to. It glides on effortlessly and feels silky smooth on the lips.

03. MAC Pink Pearl Pop (Finish - Cremesheen).

A popping coral pink. This beautiful shade is sheer enough to be natural looking - just adding a hint of colour. Cremesheens are a delight to apply and wear. The formula is amazing and its the most prettiest pink of all.

04. Wet N Wild 24 Carrot Gold (Finish - Matte).

A neon orange shade. I have a review on this lipstick that you can view - here. Although the formula isn't too creamy, I love throwing on this colour with a smokey brown and gold eye. It's long lasting (about 4 hours wear) so fab for summer nights. 

05. Lime Crime Great Pink Planet (Finish - I would say its Amplified?).

A candy floss pink with a neon undertone. Last but not least, my current ultimate shade. As it's a blue toned pink, it doesn't alter your teeth colour (yey!) and is that creamy, pigmented and silky - its crazy! Inthefrow rocks a shade very similar to Great Pink Planet, maybe it is this one? 

Have you been loving any of these pretty shades too lately? 

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