Face:

• Revlon Colorstay Foundation ( eBay / Amazon )
• Makeup Forever Concealer in #15 “Golden Beige” ( Sephora ) ( eBay )
• MAC Prep and Prime Setting Powder ( MAC )
• NYX Blush in “Peach” ( Makeup Geek Store )
• Physician’s Formula Mosaic Bronzer ( eBay / Amazon )
• MAC Cream Color Base in “Pearl” ( MAC ) ( eBay )

Eyes:

• Urban Decay Primer Potion ( Sephora ) ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• 88 Warm Eyeshadow Palette ( Coastal Scents ) ( eBay )
• Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in “Zero” ( Sephora ) ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• Ardell False Lashes #102 Demies ( Makeup Geek Store )
• Loreal Voluminous Mascara ( eBay ) ( Amazon )

Lips:

• NYX Lipliner in “Flower” ( Makeup Geek Store )
• NYX Lipstick in “Circe” ( Makeup Geek Store )
• NYX Lipgloss in “Chandelier” ( Makeup Geek Store )

Brushes:

• MAC 239- Flat Stiff Brush ( MAC )
• Essence of Beauty Crease Brush Duo ( Makeup Geek Store )
• Revlon Blending Brush
• MAC 168 – Angled Blush Brush ( MAC )
• Sigma Kabuki Brush ( Sigma )

Ring: Exquisitely Yours Boutique on eBay

Makeup Used in Kim’s Photoshoot:

∗Makeup done by Mario Dedivanovic

Face:

• Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Moisturizer ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• Giorgio Armani Foundation ( eBay )
• Makeup Forever Lift Concealer ( Sephora )
• Shu Uemura Pro Concealer ( Amazon )
• Estee Lauder Loose Powder ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• Smashbox Bronze Lights Bronzer ( Sephora ) ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• Kevin Aucoin Blush in “Shadore”

Eyes:

• Urban Decay e/s in “Vapor” ( Sephora ) ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• Urban Decay e/s in “Chopper” ( Sephora ) ( eBay ) ( Amazon )
• MAC e/s in “Cork” ( MAC )
• MAC Eye Kohl in “Smolder” ( MAC )
• Loreal Voluminous Ca...

Products Used:

• Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch ( Sephora / Amazon / eBay / Review )
• Makeup Forever Concealer Palette #1 ( Sephora )
• MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation ( MAC / eBay )
• Bare Escentuals Mineral Foundation ( eBay / Amazon )
• MAC Fix+ Spray (Mac) ( eBay )
• NARS Laguna Bronzer ( eBay / Amazon )
• MAC Pleasantry Blush ( eBay )
• MAC Cream Color Base in “Luna” or “Pearl” ( MAC / eBay )

Optional Budget Items:

• NYX Concealer in a Jar ( MG Store )
• Covergirl Trublend Liquid Foundation ( eBay / Amazon )
• Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation ( eBay / Amazon )
• Maybelline Mineral Powder Foundation ( eBay / Amazon )
• NYX Taupe Blush (to contour) ( MG Store )
• NYX Pinky Blush ( MG Store )

Brushes Used:

• MAC 187 Brush
• Coastal Scents Pink Kabuki

Since I’m always on the hunt for newer and better products to improve my problem areas, I went searching for an eye product that helps smooth out fine lines and hide dark circles. And…. I think I found my cure!

Per-fekt Eye Perfection Gel

What is it?

A concealer and under eye primer in one- it helps smooth out the skin under the eyes and hide dark circles!

They Describe it as:

A multi-tasking, modern gel-mousse that glides on effortlessly to instantly leave the eye area with a smooth, airbrushed finish. The gel contains a cooling, natural palladium tip applicator and a soothing cucumber extract to relieve puffiness and leave the eyes looking refreshed. The skin around the eyes will be left smooth and soft—making concealer optional!

Rating:

• Product: 4 out of 5
• Packaging: 5 out of 5
• Quality: 5 out of 5
• Overall: 4 out of 5
• Would I buy again? If I can’t find a cheaper alternative
• Price: $45 (ouch)

Where to Buy:

• Amazon
• Sephora

Advantages:

• Creates a super smooth base under the eyes to hide fine lines
• Helps hide dark circles
• Prevents creasing or caking of makeup under the eyes
• Smooths out skin

Disadvantages:

• Price
• Could be more pigmented

Overall Opinion:

This is an amazing product for smoothing out the area under the eyes! I love how it creates a smooth base for my concealer and/or foundation so it doesn’t cake up or settle in any lines. I only wish i...

Here is the next installment of my series “Best of Every Brand”- I’ll be listing my favorite products from Bobbi Brown. ∗Note: bobbibrowncosmetics.com is having a 25% off sale right now until June 11th. Happy shopping!

Shimmer Brick Compact

This shimmery compact is one of my favorite cheek products ever as it gives a gorgeous glow! It’s not only great for the cheeks, but makes for a beautiful sheer eyeshadow or even adds a sparkle to the lips. My favorite for a cheek highlighter is Beige , and Rose makes a great blush. For darker skin tones, Apricot makes a great highlight.

They Describe It As:

This shimmering, brush-on powder creates a candlelight glow. Sweep on cheeks, after Blush, using the Face Blender Brush.

• Product: 5 out of 5
• Packaging: 4 out of 5
• Quality: 5 out of 5
• Overall: 5 out of 5
• Would I buy again? Yes, if I got a discount as they are pricey
• Price: $38.00

Where to Buy:

• Bobbi Brown Website
• ( eBay )

Creamy Concealer

Since this concealer is a bit thick, it covers extremely well! You do need to apply with your fingers though as a brush tends to bit up a bit more product than I’d like. The correctors work really well for hiding dark circles under the eyes as it doesn’t slide into the fine creases, plus there are several shades of peach to match any skin tone.

They Describe It As:

Bobbi shares her favorite makeup artist tip — a yellow-based Creamy Concealer that instantly camouflages dark circles. The creamy consistency of this concealer ensures that it goes on smoothly, providing full, but natural looking coverage. The formula is filled with skin conditioning ingredients like Vitamin A, which helps minimize the appearance of fine dry lines and wrinkles and Vitamin E, which moisturizes and provides antioxidant protection.

• Product: 4 out of 5
• Packaging: 5 out of 5
• Quality: 5 out of 5
• Overall: 5 out of 5
• Would I buy again? Yes, alth...