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Today for Makeup Wars we've decided to show you our go-to eye makeup looks. While I fully admit that I was tempted to go all out and do something fun and color... in actuality, that isn't what I do most of the summer. The summer is all about spending time outside, running around and having fun with my 2 year old. I need something light and easy, which I can do in just a few minutes so that we an go outside and swing or head to the Zoo. A full face of makeup just looks very overdone and sweaty in that setting. (We were at the zoo on Saturday and 1 mom was super made up, and sweating and it was dripping. That will
not be me!)
For some reason in these images my liner shows up a bit more than it does in person, but I aim for a quick and easy neutral eye, light face coverage and long lasting lippies that don't need to be frequently reapplied.
Read on to see what I used to create my summer eye look. Everything is under 10 minutes!
To create my eye look, I first primed my lids (which I forgot to picture), I like to use the NYX potted eye cover since it has enough coverage to cover up my blood vessels. Then I apply Stila Kitten on my entire lid and up slightly over the crease. I used a smaller crease brush to apply a little Wet 'n Wild Nutty into my crease for a bit of definition and that was it. I used Stila Damsel liner right in my upper lash line, which I then smudged directly into the lash line. In person this was more subtle, and I purposefully avoided the lower lash line (it seems less "done" and better for running around on my swingset). A quick curl of my lashes and I was ready for the new CoverGirl Flamed Out Mascara.
To finish the look, I applied Amazing Cosmetics, AmazingConcealer in Light Golden. This is a perfect match for my skin, so I use a very small amount and apply anywhere I have a little imperfection, mostly under my eyes, the sides of my nose and my chin. A little blush on my cheeks and a bright pink lip stain and I'm ready to go!
Product Sent for Review I Bought it Myself
You look gorgeous! I've been eying that CoverGirl mascara, now I definitely need to check it out!
ReplyDeleteYou look so pretty and polished!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you did that look in under 10 mins, you look so pretty!
ReplyDeleteStunnnnnning as usual! And such a great natural look. I really love it!
ReplyDeleteSO pretty! I like easy for summer too. Kitten is a must!
ReplyDeleteSuch a soft, pretty look. <3
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Like you, I'm all about a neutral eye. Haven't tried that CG Mascara yet--must check into it.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty and natural!
ReplyDeleteI like keeping my eye looks simple for Summer, too! Isn't Nutty just the *best shadow ever*! I am a fan of the Amazing Cosmetics concealer, too. As always, your graphics rock!
ReplyDeletelove it: it looks so natural and cool. and you look beautiful. love it. but i always love your stuff so i am not amazed that i love this to.
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I just got that Cover Girl mascara, and I'm loving it! The brush is fascinating, for sure.
ReplyDeleteThat's a really nice lip color on you. I've always been afraid to try new lip colors thinking that it might look too clownish b/c I love a good pop of pink or magenta on people but I don't know if it'll work on me.
ReplyDeleteThat's a really nice lip color on you. I've always been afraid to try new lip colors thinking that it might look too clownish b/c I love a good pop of pink or magenta on people but I don't know if it'll work on me.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful looks and so appropriate for being a mom. I hate when I see moms looking all dressed up and made up to play at the park or a play area. This is finished and has just enough sparkle!
ReplyDeleteI own both those shadows, definitely going to try pairing them together now!
ReplyDeleteI like easy for summer ,it looks so natural and cool.I had each clour of shadow. but I do not konow how to pairing them together . now I can try it later..
ReplyDeleteLong lasting lippies for the win! Love that liner on you, too.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely LOVE the Nivea lip butter! I use it every day!!! Great choice! xo
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! It looks gorgeous on you!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty and simple look. Love it! And can I just say those Nivea lip butters are the best thing EVER? Because they totally are. =)
ReplyDeletePretty makeup :) x
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I love keeping it simple in the summer! But now that it's Fall I like to add a little bit more, since it is not as hot and the colors last longer without all that heat!
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