Just Barely

"Makeup is Art. 
Beauty is Spirit."
~ Beauty Brands ~

I started wearing makeup during my last two years of high school. In that time, I learned a few important lessons. One, color can be fun, two, every feature on your face cannot have a moment, and three, makeup should only accentuate your natural beauty, not make you look like someone else.  Now as an adult, I am on a journey to find makeup products that make me feel the most like myself and achieve a seemingly effortless look.  Over the summer, I had a lot of fun shopping around for products that were healthy for my body and gentle on my skin. Through a lot of trial and error, I have found what I like to call my "holy grail" system that helps me achieve my beauty goals.  

For My Skin: 
I have always had really sensitive skin so I have to be very particular about the type of products I put on my face. For me, natural products work best.  Below is a list of the soaps cleansers scrubs and moisturizers that I use to keep my skin supple, clear, soft and beautiful.

1. Alaffia Authentic African Black Soap [Unscented]
   
2. Burt's Bees Orange Essence Face Cleanser
   
3. Burt's Bees Peach and Willow Bark Deep Pore Scrub
   
4. Burt's Bees Daily Moisturizing Cream [Sensitive] 

Makeup:
I am so pleased with the makeup products I am currently using. They are a great base for any occasion and the best part is that they are inexpensive! Beauty on a budget is the key. 

1. L.A. Girl Pro Conceal HD Concealer- Medium Beige  
2. Dual Ended Contour & Highlight Stick- Medium 
   
3. BLK/OPL TRUE COLOR Pore Perfecting Liquid Foundation- Heavenly Honey and Truly Topaz
   
4. Black Radiance Eye Appeal Lasting Mascara [Argan Oil-Infused]- Black
   
5. Black Radiance Soft Focus Finishing Powder- Golden Almond 
   
6. Origins Cosmetics Pinch Your Cheeks Powder Blush- Sugar Cookie
   
7. Essence Pure Nude Sunlighter- Be My Sunlight
   
8. MAC Lip Pencil- Whirl
   
9. Milani Color Statement Lipstick- Teddy Bare, Red Label, Cabaret Blend
   

What are your favorite beauty products and helpful tips? Be sure to share them in the comment section. I want to hear from you!
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