makeup

Over the past year or so, I have developed an increasing interest in cosmetics.
I'm interested in it on a chemical level.
I like to know that I can have a choice between vegan products, between nail polishes with more nasties than others, and I like to use natural products wherever possible.
Choosing colours is exciting, but apart from that, it's about finding a product and seeing how it interacts with your skin. My daily routine is constantly changing. I think I've got a good thing going at the moment. It's very much a case of trial and error.
I got a sample of Smashbox primer which is like the Holy Grail of primers it seems, and whilst I usually use a silicone-based primer, this one for some reason just doesn't work for me. It makes me break out which sucks, but it doesn't matter. At least I got that free sample and didn't spend like $50 on a full sized bottle to find out my body doesn't like it.
I also got into moisturising. I was never big on it before, it just didn't feel right because I have oily skin. But I realised how much I really do need moisturiser. My skin is like oily and dry at the same time, so to balance that out, I need something hydrating. Another product I thought I would never get into is blush. I never knew how to apply it (and whilst I'm still sort of figuring it out) it really brightens up my face at adds dimension to an otherwise flat look.

This is my current daily routine, it'll be interesting to look back in a few months to see how I've changed and perfected it through more trial and error!
Cleanse: Origins Checks and Balances
Moisturise: Cetaphil Moisturiser for Sensitive Skin
Prime: MAC Matte Creme
Conceal: MAC Studio Finish Concealer in NW20
Blush: MAC Sheertone Blush in 'Peaches'
Powder: MAC Studio Fix Powder in NW20
Mascara: Covergirl Lashblast
Lips: Stila Lip Glaze (my favourites are Kitten, Candy and Marmalade!)
Other: MAC Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder - this is probably one of my favourite products at the moment. Oil control without being colour altering!