February 2014 Favorites

We are already in March, so I thought I would show what products I used more last month. Here's a list with evereything that stood out to me on February.

Benefit box’o’powder in Rockateur

This is the newest addition to the Benefit blush collection. It came out last fall. It is a beautiful rosy-gold shade, not quite unique but universally-flattering. When I bought it, I didn’t think I would like it quite as much, but I actually do. It is shimmery but not glittery. As far as the lasting power, I would say it is medium (about 4 hours on my cheeks).

Benefit Hello Flawless! Oxygen Wow foundation

This is pretty much what I used on my face all month long. It is really lightweight, blendable and buildable. A little bit goes a long way. I have to set it with a powder, though, especially in the T-zone. It makes my skin look fresh and radiant, like I had been sleeping for 10 hours.

Essie in Parka Perfect

This is from Essie’s 2013 fall collection. I have been wearing THIS nail polish for two weeks in a row, which is pretty rare. I love this shade. It’s almost like a nude muted grayish green that really goes with anything and looks flattering.

Accessorize Masquerade Palette

I’m usually skeptical of cloth- and accessory- companies that do make up staff. I have tried a few in the past and I can’t say I was impressed. Despite that, I went ahead and bought this palette and I must say I am glad I did! It contains 16 eyeshadows, neutrals and colorful ones, in both matte and shimmery finish. It also contains 3 blushes, a bronzer and a powder. This is pretty much what I used for my eye makeup this month.

Too Faced Primed and Poreless face Primer

This is the face primer I am currently using. It is silicone-based, skin-colored and it is supposed to fill the pores. I cannot say that I am really impressed by that ( I actually prefer Benefit’s Porefessional for that task) but I really enjoy the way it makes my skin feel. Supersmooth and liquid foundation glides on it very easily.

Mac Select cover-up concealer/ corrector

I use this concealer by MAC for my under-eye area. It gives medium coverage but doesn’t get into the lines and stays put for at least 5-6 hours. It is not greasy; I recommend setting with a powder, though.

Essence Longlasting Lipstick- Natural Beauty

This is the lipstick I have been using in the morning. It is a rosy shade that goes with anything. I wouldn’t say it is really longlasting (maximum 3 hours on me) but for less than 3 Euros, what more could you ask for?

MUFE Aqua Rouge -8

OMG! The most beautiful, eye-catching, true red lipstick. It is indeed waterproof (it won’t fade even when you’re eating or drinking something). It lasts all day without getting flaky. People always ask me what I have on my lips when I wear this.

Essence Kalinka Beauty Blush

This is part of a recent collection. It looks quite intimidating in the pan, but it swatches subtle because it is not very pigmented. Beautiful vibrant coral shade. 

Seventeen Longlasting Brow Pencin- 08 Almond

My current favorite eyebrow pencil. It looks super natural and matches my eyebrow color perfectly.