Curious about which lipstick to use? Need a powder recommendation? While I wish I could have a zillion hour long face-to-face convo with each and every one of you gorgeous brides-to-be, unfortunately that's kind of impossible. Sad? Don't be! Happy news: Here, right before your very eyes, is the official, never before released master list of my favorite beauty products in the WHOLE ENTIRE WORLD.
God, I'm so dramatic.
1) PRIMER:
Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation Primer
Your foundation will be mad at you if you don't use this first. Swear.
2) FOUNDATION:
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
The glowiest, dewiest, most naturally flawless finish I've ever come across.
3) CONCEALER:
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Double Face Perfector
Hard-core coverage that lasts and lasts, yet somehow doesn't look caked on.
4) POWDER:
Make Up For Ever HD POWDER Microfinish Powder
An airbrushed, powder-perfect finish that isn't powdery in the least.
5) BLUSH:
The name says it all.
6) EYELINER:
Bobbi Brown Longwear Gel Eyeliner in Espresso Ink
A lightweight gel formula that glides right on and stays put till 5AM.
7) LINER BRUSH:
Sephora Professionnel Platinum Angle Liner Brush #22
Angled bristles make application easy, even for shaky-handed novices.
8) MASCARA:
CoverGirl Lashblast Volume Blasting Waterproof Mascara
Lush, full, clump-free, flake-free lashes in one (ok, maybe two) swipes.
9) LASHES:
I. Die.
10) LIPSTICK:
RED Chanel Rouge Hydrabase Creme Lipstick in Coco Red
An old-school cherry red that flatters every skin tone (no, really).
A true, Bardot-style nude that begs for big 'ol teased hair and a cat eye.
That about covers the basics, but if you have questions about specialty products, ask away. And in the meantime, share your own personal favorites!
From: Laura | 3/9/10 at 6:03 pm
These are great! I love a mod bridal look with nude lips and smoky - but fresh - eyes. What do you suggest for eyeshadow?
From: Mittenkitten | 3/11/10 at 5:06 pm
Thank you for posting this—now this is information I can use!
Can you please post suggestions for great skincare products for a 39-year-old bride to get her skin in youthful, dewey shape for the wedding?
I recently lost my job and foolishly spent $250 on REN products, thinking I was saving money rather than visiting an aesthetician once a month (those days are, sadly, over for a while). I'm disappointed that the REN products don't seem much better than lotions I've bought for a fraction of the cost at The Body Shop. What brands are good investments that WORK?!?!
From: Cara | 3/11/10 at 5:14 pm
Hi ladies! Thanks for the comments- I could talk about this stuff all day and am always happy to answer questions.
First, my favorite eye shadows tend to be cream versions. They last the longest, and they don't get all over the place like powders can. Bobbi Brown makes some great long-wear versions. They come in pots, and you can apply them with a brush for a precise look, or with a finger to create an overall glow (that works especially well with pale, neutral hues.) I love using the really pale ones, like the iridescent white shades, as a cheekbone highlighter, too!
Here's the link: http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/templates/products/mpp/index.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY22752
And a for products to make your skin glow, I'm obsessed with Avon Anew Clinical Advanced Retexturizing Peels. Don't let the word peel fool you- it's simply a pad that you sweep over your skin every other day. You'll notice a difference almost instantly, and it will just keep getting better and better. It's just a great product for tone, brightness, and all-around younger looking skin. I really think you'll love it!
Here's the link for that: http://shop.avon.com/shop/product.aspx?newdept=&s=frooglesearch&c=google&otc=ANEWCLINICALAdvancedRetexturizingPeel&bnd=&pf_id=33984&level1_id=300&level2_id=302&pdept_id=324&ym_mid=&ym_rid=
Congrats and good luck to both of you!
From: Laura | 3/12/10 at 5:47 pm
Great suggestion - the colors look gorgeous! Thanks!