This is such a cop-out post, and I know it. But our instructions for the dossier are supposed to come in the next few days via email, so life is about to get nuts.
So, it won't be a long entry, or a fabulous entry, but maybe it will at least be a fun one? Or maybe you can just have a good laugh at seeing me at my most materialistic (and also at my laziest or at least my most ingenious when it comes to cheating). Or at least get a glimpse into the inner workings of a make-up snob's mind.
And yes, I really did pick this theme by figuring out what I could do the fastest. :P
Number One:
Virtuale Flawless Foundation by Borghese
I love this foundation. It's creamy, it blends well, it covers redness well, it isn't the most expensive foundation I've tried (plus for that!) and because it comes in a jar instead of a bottle or squeeze tube you can see how much you have left and really use every last drop.
I've tried the Costco knock-off Borghese stuff, but it isn't the same. I'm one of those people who can't get away with much in the way of drugstore or in expensive make-up, but the botanical/natural stuff tends to upset my skin as well (probably because I'm allergic to aloe). Either way -- this is the best foundation I've ever found.
Number Two:
Lancôme Hypnose Doll Eyes Mascara
Just look at it, in all its glory -- a truly amazing mascara. I'm a make-up snob, I'll admit it. But I will also admit that a mascara that doesn't make my eyes water weirdly is a great find. Not only does this mascara not make me cry, it actually makes my lashes look like they used to when I was about 12 or so, back when I actually had nice lashes without having to do anything to them. The brush is nice, and the handle is comfortable to hold. It's also so darn pretty.
If I remember right, I found out about this mascara from Hallie's Five Favorites a while back, so this really is full circle. I ditched Diorshow for this wonder, and I've never regretted it.
Number Three:
Chanel Eyeshadow Quad in Winter Nights
They don't even make this amazing baby anymore (it was a Spring 2010 exclusive and I bought it to wear for my wedding). I still savor it, and covet finding a perfect match for the one in the upper left. All are either too dark, or the wrong color tone. The real one is amazing -- and of course I'm rottenly picky and prefer Chanel's eyeshadow to all others. I know some rave about Mac but they have too much pigment for my taste and don't blend well on my skin, personally. Make-up Forever has a similar issue for me.
So please, Chanel, if you're reading this -- bring back that one shade. Please. I beg of you!
Number Four:
Saint and Sinner by Lipstick Queen (Various Shades)
Most of the Lipstick Queen colors come in both Saint and Sinner -- two different formulas with two different feels. I generally prefer Saint, but your mileage may vary. Saint Berry is probably my favorite lipstick on the planet.
Saint is in the gold tube -- it's a sheer, easily worn, lower pigment, creamier, glossier, more moisturizing formula.
Sinner is thicker, matte, and more highly pigmented. It definitely makes more of a statement.
Or heck, just let the creator explain it...
Number Five:
Medieval by Lipstick Queen
Why yes, this is a cheat entry. Two lipstick bullet points, both from the same company. And yet -- they are amazing.
This really is the red that works for everyone -- dark skin, pale skin, red lipstick lover, timid make-up newbie. Doesn't matter -- you can rock this shade. And the formula feels amazing. Honest -- it's red lipstick's gateway drug, I promise.
Anyway -- those are my five favorites. Go check out other posters' favorites over at Moxie Wife - http://moxiewife.com/2014/05/five-favorites-vol-56/.html
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