A peek into my hair and makeup regimen!

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Come on in…join me in my bathroom as I get ready for the day!  It’s a very exciting process-let me tell ya!  Peek inside my neatly, organized cosmetic bag….

NOT!  Truthfully, it is kind of mess.  Not a total wreck, but I am not one who keeps lots of order in this area of my life!  I always enjoy reading about make-up and hair products…especially products that are affordable but still offer quality (I’m itching to try some red lipstick after reading Katie C’s Favorite Things post)!  I must tell you, I have almost completely converted to “department store” make up numerous times…but my frugality ends up winning!  Right or wrong…IDK??!!  So, here it is…I am baring all my beauty secrets OR maybe it’s my beauty cheapness?!

FOUNDATION, CONCEALER and POWDER:  I use Neutrogena  for Foundation and Concealer!  I love the healthy skin foundation because it offers sheer coverage.  It never feels cakey, which is my number one deciding factor when purchasing foundation.  Truthfully, I buy the concealer because it is right by the foundation.  I know it’s a terrible reason but you should see me in Target with three kids…talk about mess. 🙂  I really like Maybelline pressed powder but I only use powder in the summers because I suffer with dry skin all winter!  Confession…I ALWAYS, ALWAYS wish I had the flawless skin that didn’t require any of the above products…but I am glad they have them to enhance the skin I have!!

BLUSH:  SPLURGE ALERT:  I use Benefit Bella Bambina.  I LOVE IT!!  It is a newer product in my bag and so worth the splurge!  Not only is it a lovely color that goes on well, it smells delicious!  AND how cute is the case??

 

MASCARA:  Voluminous.  L’Oreal makes great mascara!  Another favorite is Maybelline’s Falsies.  I love to use two different kinds at the same time!  Do any of you do this?

 

EYELINER:  I use Revlon color stay!  I love that it typically doesn’t smudge but also doesn’t require scrubbing your eyes raw to remove.

 

EYESHADOW:  I love MAC eye shadow.  They offer so many great colors and it goes on amazingly.  I also love ELF eye shadow!  It is the cheapest thing ever and in my opinion it goes on fabulously!

 

SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER:  I use Biolage!  I don’t always use the same kind but this is my most constant favorite.  I always buy my shampoo and conditioner on sale!

 

CURLY HAIR PRODUCT:  I have been using it for years…Pantene Mousse.  I have tried several expensive products and nothing seems to do the trick like a $4 bottle of Pantene!  I air dry as long as possible and then use a diffuser to completely dry.

 

STRAIGHT HAIR PRODUCT:  I love dry shampoo!  Seriously, it gives me extra luscious volume…I think everyone needs it in their hair regimen.  I have big, dry hair and I still can’t live without it!  I also can’t say enough how much I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Hot Tools curling irons!  If you want big loose beautiful curls, invest in one!

 

Now that you know a few of my favorite products, I would love to know some of yours!  Share with me in the comments or take a photo of yours on Instagram with the hash tag #desmoinesmomsblog.  I can’t wait to see all of your favorite products!

 

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Katie Evans
Katie Evans is a twenty-something, Iowa lovin’, native (born and bred!), momma of three-Hallie (January 2008) Harper (December 2009) and Bowen (October 2011). She is also head-over-heels in love with her hunky, guitar-playing hubby, Jon; they’ve been married for five years. Beyond being a passionate mom and wife, she has a heart for women and can often be found lost in good conversation about babies, husbands, recipes, life, love, etc.

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