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I’ve always had a very streamlined approach to beauty in general; I love products that enhance my features and elevate my complexion, rather than fully covering it up! I’m also always, always in a hurry so my routine needs to be snappy but flawless – and with a baby on the way it’s likely to only get more and more streamlined!
Despite this lowkey take on my makeup routine, I have a lot of fun with my daily looks! I adore trying new products, switching out blush for bronzer or playing around with how I apply my base. Every day I feel like although I use a lot of the same products, my makeup always looks a little different every day.
I’ve been absolutely loving my routine lately, it feels so flattering and fresh for this time of year, so I wanted to share it with you in full – along with a few tips and tricks I’ve picked up along the way too!
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The Base Heroes
The has been getting a lot of hype recently, having achieved cult status thanks to TikTok! I already used this dewy base but I’ve definitely maximised it’s potential after seeing various routines, and it’s definitely one of those products that seriously deserves the praise! I love to apply this first as a sort of prep product, dotting it over my skin and then using a damp beauty blender to gently stipple in to the face. It doesn’t replace my foundation, but I definitely use less of it and my skin looks flawless and radiant every single time.
For my foundation, I’ve been using the which everyone seems to love – this is a brand I tend to skip over but having tried a few of their products recently I’m now starting to regret that decision! I love the squeeze applicator, and the way the base sort of ‘becomes one’ with my skin – improving the condition without masking it with a caked on layer. I’m a big fan!
Pops Of Pink
If there’s one product I simply could *not* live without, it’s definitely blusher! It’s the missing puzzle piece that gives that polished look I love so much. I am a creamy blush gal through and through, and I adore this – the colour is perfect for pairing with bronzed skin and I find it really makes my blue eyes pop.
Recently I’ve been trying the ‘sunburnt blush’ technique I keep seeing on (you guessed it…) tiktok. I kind of stipple the last remaining product on my brush over my nose to create a warm glow to the skin. I find it breaks up the blush nicely and looks super glowy and flattering.
As I’m sure you can imagine, I am very lowkey when it comes to any sort of lip product! I tend to stick to lip balm, although recently I’ve been loving the underneath. It’s sort of a custom lip look that looks very natural, but helps to fill out the lips a little. A simple step that takes seconds but really elevates your look!
Effortless Brows & Lashes
I don’t do much to my brows, but I do need a star player product to make the most of them! I favour thin brow pencils for creating hair-like strokes, and my current fave is the , it’s microfine so perfect for a really natural fullness.
And of course, no look is ever finished without a couple of layers of mascara! I’m all for a natural look but I do love a good full flutter when it comes to my lashes! This adds volume and length for maximum drama.
The Final Touches
Of course, no makeup look is complete without highlighter! I am OBSESSED with dotting liquid illuminator on my cheekbones, nose and Cupid’s Bow. Every time I do it, I can’t help but admire how gorgeous and glowy my makeup looks. I love having that simple subtle glow and I find highlighter really pulls together blush and bronzer too. You’ve no doubt heard of the , but I’m here to tell you it’s worth every penny and more. I recommend it to anyone who will listen!
I never go a day without bronzer, although for years I was terrified of the stuff! A quick sweep along the hairline and swirled under cheekbones just does wonders for my complexion, it really is a bit of a miracle worker for this pasty gal. I’m really loving this , it’s just the perfect hue for adding warmth without the orange tones.
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Hooray for a simple routine! Have you tried any of these products?
