We all have a favorite makeup product. It can be as simple as a Chapstick or a blush, but you must have at least one. I have three products that I can’t live without, my ride or dies, and if they’re ever discontinued, I will be so sad!
• Let’s get down to business with lips. Clinique Moisture Surge Lip Hydro-Plump Treatment is my all-time favorite. If you’re anything like me, your lips get wind burnt and dry in the summer or constantly sunburnt in the summer. This product is not necessarily like a Chapstick, but more of a lip mask. Of course, I use it as a Chapstick, gloss, mask or anything else my lips need. I love to apply it before bed to help restore moisture.
• I love a good blush, one that is buildable for days when I need a little more color and sheer enough to be just enough on my lazy days. Tarte blushes really are the best; check out the shade Dazzled in particular. Seeing the pigment in photos or online does the color no justice. It truly is the best shade, and I am obsessed! Oh, and did I mention shimmer? Shimmer and blush just go together like cheese and wine. Yes, I love both of those, too.
• I always thought I had to purchase expensive mascara until I found Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara. I love the wand; its curved perfectly to follow the natural shape of your eyes. The waterproof mascara is no joke. They really mean waterproof! In this Mississippi heat, waterproof is a necessity most of the time.
As I was going through my makeup bag, thinking hard about what products I have purchased over and over, I realized I have always gone back to these three when I have veered away from them. They are my favorites of all time, but they may not be perfect for you. Remember that we all have different skin, and you should find your perfect products, too!
Lauren Riley is a makeup artist and hairdresser on the Coast, specializing in on-location wedding and event makeup, blondes and hand-tied extensions. Contact her or learn more at www.laurenrileyhairmakeup.com or facebook.com/laurenrileyhairmakeup.