I realised that whilst I talk about makeup a lot over here on Jodetopia, I’ve never actually explained what I put on my face on a daily basis. It’s taken me a while to find the combination of products that work the best for me, but I’m glad to have finally found a look I’m happy with. I know this post is a little over done in the blogosphere, but for those of you who might be even remotely interested, read on to discover my daily makeup routine. P.S. Click on (post) after a product to read my full review.

Prep

After completing my skincare routine (or just using Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water & The Body Shop Tea Tree Toner (post) if I’m feeling lazy), I prep my skin by using a serum and moisturiser. At the moment, I’m using Hey Honey’s Good Morning Honey Silk Facial Serum (post) and topping off with Anubis Total Hydrating Bi-gel* (post). This keeps my skin hydrated deeply all day and provides a good base for my makeup. If I can remember (which is not very often) I’ll finish up with some eye gel, too.

Base

On a day to day basis, I don’t want to be caked in thick makeup, so I opt for my favourite The Body Shop All In One BB Cream. When it comes out of the tube it is white – as you rub it into your face it adapts to your skin colour! I’ve never found a more perfect match to my skin tone and whilst it doesn’t give massive coverage, it is perfect for a day at work.

I touch up any blemishes and my under eye circles with Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer and pat this in with a Lab2 Call Me Mr Perfect Sponge Applicator*. This has quickly become my favourite beauty sponge – the small end works amazingly well with concealer whereas the larger end is perfect for cream blush or foundation!

Most days, I don’t bother setting my BB cream and concealer with a powder, but if I fancy it (e.g: going out after work) I’ll use Bare Minerals Foundation (post). 

Shape

With contour and highlight, I like to keep it simple and quick. I apply Essence Mosaic Compact Powder (post) with my new favourite contour brush by Luxie (post) – this is a perfect contour for my skin as it isn’t too dark – just gives a nice bronzed finish. To highlight, I use a Makeup Revolution Baked Highlighter in shade Golden Lights (post), applied with a Makeup Revolution brush. I then leave it to set whilst I complete the rest of my makeup, and buff it out with a Lili Burton Kabuki Brush (post).

Eyes

For my eyebrows, I use the B.Defined eyebrow kit. The light brown powder is a perfect colour match for my eyebrows! I don’t use the brush that comes with it, though – I use the brush from an old Benefit Brow Zings kit.

For work, I don’t wear eyeshadow or do anything fancy – I just opt for trusty mascara. I’ve been loving the I Love Extreme Crazy Volume mascara by Essence recently – it’s so affordable but actually makes my lashes nicely thick and long!

Lips

Again, I like to keep things natural on the lip front. To keep my lips hydrated, I use Puriskin Moisture Boost* (post). If I fancy a bit of colour or gloss, I’ve been using my Blake Boutique lipglosses* (post).

So, there you have it! My very quick, not very interesting daily face. What are your go-to products for everyday use? Let me know in the comments below!

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Jodie x