September was a blast of a month and during that month I explored many new products, some of which have become my absolute favorites. In this post I will show you guys my favorite products from September for each category (e.g.; primer, bronzer, foundation, etc.) and include a mini review.
Moisturizer: Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel
This moisturizer is for combination to oily skin and it is super hydrating and fast drying (in a good way). It helps reduce my oiliness throughout the day so that my makeup doesn't get oily yet, still keep me super hydrated.
This primer has been out for a while and has been hidden in my makeup stash but I have recently rediscovered it because my pores have been so freaking visible and big lately. This primer does such a good job at filling in my pores and keep my makeup in place.
Foundation: Too Faced Born This Way ($39)
This is my absolute HG foundation! The coverage can be altered so it's perfect for days when you don't need as much coverage or days when you need the coverage. The formula is so hydrating and contains substances that benefit your skin. It doesn't crease, split, flake or look cakey and gives a natural finish while still giving you good coverage. Love, love, love.. The packaging is so cute too!
Many people compare the Maybelline Fit Me concealer to the Nars Radiant Creamy concealer but I can't say much because I haven't tried the Nars concealer. This Maybelline concealer has a good consistency with a perfect coverage. It doesn't crease, flake or sink into lines. The color range is also really good for light-medium skin tones but for darker skin tones it doesn't have much choice. At $6.49, it is a bomb concealer!
Setting powder: Essence All About Matt! Fixing Compact Powder ($3.99)
Holy moly guacamole! This is such an amazing powder it is and always will be my HG powder! Essence is such an underrated brand. The quality is amazing and so much better than some high end products and it is dirt cheap. This powder does so well in controlling your oiliness and setting your liquid products so it doesn't crease or sink into your lines. I can't live without this powder!!!! (and the finish of this powder is super matte yet still natural)
Contour: Too Faced Dark Chocolate Soleil Bronzer ($30)
Technically this is a bronzer but it is perfect to contour. It isn't patchy or muddy and looks really good on the skin. It's perfect to sculpt your face naturally or really sharply. It is a matte yet natural finish as well! My only concern is that it's a bit pricey but hey, it smells like yummy chocolate.
Bronzer: Too Faced Sweet Tea Bronzer ($30)
This bronzer will make you glow and bronzed like a goddess. I love that there are two shades because I can use the lighter shades as a highlighter. This bronzer's formula is so beautiful and buttery and glides on your skin like butter on a hot pan (but it stays on). It gives you a beautiful bronzed finish and soooo perfect for any season, especially summer.
Blush: MAC Sheertone Blush in Gingerly ($23)
This blush is such a natural looking blush and for the price you get a lot of product but the best thing about this product is the color. This is a matte peach/ginger color that would suit all skin tones and gives you a perfect flush and look when you put too much. I would recommend not too put too much because then it looks very orange and harsh so be very gentle with the amount of product you apply on your face.
Highlighter: Mary Lou-Manizer ($24)
This is an oldie but a goodie and i've just started using this again. This is such an intense highlighter and a little goes a long way. This highlighter is so buttery and isn't chunky. It is also a perfect white color that surprisingly suits all skin tones. This highlighter is perfect for both day and night looks. Love, love, love!
Eye primer: Mac Studio Finish SPF+35 Concealer ($25)
Although this is not a primer, I am absolutely in love with using this concealer as my eye primer. It makes my eyeshadow stay in place the whole day/night and doesn't slide, especially on my oily lids.
Eyeshadow palette: Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance ($42)
I had to stop myself from using this palette because I was going to hit pan on it in the first 2 months I actually managed to get my hands on it. The shade range is perfect for natural or dramatic looks. The formula is purely amazing and I can't get enough of the reddish shades. I won't go into much detail on this palette because I am planning on doing a separate review of this palette because I love it so damn much.
Eyebrow products: Essence Make Me Brow ($2.99)
This product is perfect for lazy days or people whom don't need filling in but only want to cover sparse areas. This is so affordable and the formula is perfect for volumizing, filling and keeping your brows in place. This brow product contains fibers and comes in two shades, it is a perfect dupe for the benefit gimme brow.
Mascara: Maybelline Original Lash Sensational Mascara ($8.99)
I'm going to be real quick with this one because I'm sure you've heard all about it. It's affordable, black, long-lasting, lengthening, volumizing and efficient.
Setting spray: Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray ($30)
Once again, everyones heard about this product so I won't go too much into detail. This setting spray holds your makeup for so long, even when drenched in sweat, and controls oiliness.
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