Friday, August 1, 2014

Face of the Day With Some Sephora Favorites

I created a FotD with some drugstore faves here, and I thought it would be fun to do a post with some of my Sephora favorites.






Complexion:
NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer -- This has a wonderfully light texture, and it has a seamless, skin-like finish.  It leaves the skin very slightly dewy.  It has kind of a citrus-y scent, which I don't mind, although it probably would be better for the skin if it didn't have fragrance.
Sephora 8 HR Mattifying Compact Foundation -- I like how I can get a little extra coverage from this powder foundation, or just use it sparingly to set my base.  It doesn't ever look cakey, and it controls shine fairly well.  I also quite like the compact.  Clearly I need a new one of these.

Pardon the dirty sponge.  Yeesh.

Cheeks:
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush in Luminous Flush -- Gorgeous in the pan and on the skin.  It is just light-reflecting enough to give a subtle glow to the skin.
Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzing Powder in Milk Chocolate -- This is the lighter chocolate bronzer Too Faced offers.  It is just the right color to warm up my skin, and the lack of shimmer makes it usable as a contour color, as well.  And, yes, it does smell like chocolate, and I do spend a few seconds smelling it before I apply it.


from left: Hourglass blush in Luminous Flush, Too Faced bronzer in Milk Chocolate

Eyes:
Kat Von D Chrysalis palette -- I just love this palette.  It has neutrals, purples, metallics... I love all the shades.  The shadow formula is soft and silky, and, with the exception of Entombed (metallic blue) which applies slightly more sheerly than I prefer, all have good pigmentation and blendability.  


I used: Mezzanine (sparkling purple) all over the lid and lower lashline
            Hybrid Moments (matte plum) in the crease and outer v
            Lifelike (matte cream) under the brow and in the inner corner


Too Faced Perfect Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner in Perfect Black -- So creamy and very black, this liner is easy to apply and wears well on my eyes.  I use it  most often on my waterlines, and it never irritates my eyes.
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Intense Black -- I can see why this is a best seller.  It is inky black, and has a calligraphy-style brush that makes creating a thin or thick line easy.  It sets quickly, so you don't have to sit with your eyes closed for 10 minutes waiting for it to dry.
Benefit They're Real Mascara -- Yes, it's a little tough to remove, but, man, does it work well.  I can tell I need a new tube because it usually does much more for my lashes than it did today.


from left: Mezzanine, Hybrid Moments, Lifelike, Too Faced liner in Perfect Black, Stila liquid liner in Intense Black




Lips: Dior Addict Gloss in Bed of Roses 576 -- This gloss is gorgeous!  It is extremely smooth, non-sticky, and shiny.  It's described by Sephora as a "petal pink shimmer".  It's a little darker than what I think of as a "petal" pink.  It doesn't have any scent or flavor.  Sooooo shiny!





Do you have any favorites you've discovered at Sephora?

9 comments:

  1. Beautiful look, Ingrid! I am especially envious of your beautiful lashes!!! I saw a few of my favorites here — The Nars TM, the Stila liquid liner, and the Hourglass blush just to name a few. They are great stuff!

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  2. Gosh your eyes...so pretty :) the palette looks amazing ..have heard of it

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  3. Stunning! You always create the most beautiful looks and everything is paired so well. I have to agree with you on that Stila Liquid Liner, it's one of the best. Though, it was overtaken by Kat Von D's version as my HG, I still enjoy the Stila (only thing is that the tip frays a little too quickly). Thanks for sharing, hun.

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  4. Thank you, Jaa! I kind of took a risk with the Nars tinted moisturizer by not trying it before buying, but I'm so glad I just took the plunge.

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  5. Thank you! I do so love that palette. It's surprisingly versatile.

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  6. Thank you, Kimmy! I've heard so many good things about the Kat Von D liner. I definitely need to try it!

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  7. Great look! That blush is gorgeous and the purple shadows look great on you!

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  8. Wow, those purple shadows were absolutely made for you! Great idea to feature your Sephora faves :)

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  9. Thanks, Jennifer! I did realize when creating this one that I don't own any concealers from Sephora. lol

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