The Bases:

 The Face:

The Eyes:

The Cheeks:

The Lips: 

 The Base:

|Hourglass Mineral Veil Primer | Benefit Erase Paste (002) | Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation (Buttermilk) | L'oreal True Match Concealer | Rimmel Wake Me Up Brightening Concealer|

The Eyes:

|Too Faced Natural Eyes Palette | M.A.C "Omega" & "Wedge" | Maybelline The Falsies Mascara | Too Faced Shadow Insurance|

The Face: 

|Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in "Bronze" | Becca Highlight "Champagne Pop" | Estée Lauder "Rebel Rose" Blush" | Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder|

 The Lips:

| Revlon Colourburst Matte Balm "Elusive" |

I think it's pretty clear that lipsticks are my favourite makeup product. I love how it can enhance your entire look and can turn any casual outfit into an impressive one. Red lips are one of my all-time favourites but I especially love wearing it during the Christmas season. Because of this, I thought I'd share my favourite red lip products that I think work the best for all types of get-togethers. 
Today, I'm showing you 5 different products that can work at any level. I have a tinted lip butter that works for those who don't want to go as heavy as a lipstick. As well as that, I have a few different shades that would work for different skin tones. 
Revlon Lip Butter "070-Cherry Tart":This is great if you aren't 100% comfortable with a bullet lipstick. The fact that it isn't as pigmented helps you control how heavy you want the red. The colour is also very sheer so it allows for a very subtle effect. I find myself using this most for work because it allows me to wear a red lip without constantly worrying if I have lipstick on my teeth. 
Revlon Matte Balm Lip Pen "250-Standout": This colour is stunning. I love how easy it is to use the pen. I don't have to worry about over lining (which I have a tendency of doing) and because it's a matte finish the lasting ability is fantastic. The colour is quite a passionate red one, there isn't much orange in it, which means it works really well for an Old Hollywood glam look. 
MUFE Rouge Artist Intense"Pearly Bright Red-21": This is my holiday red. There is so much shimmer in this lipstick that I can only justify it during the holiday season. It isn't a consistency I would normally go for, however, I find myself reaching for it more then I thought. It's got great staying power and I don't have to worry about it throughout the day. This one isn't as much of a rich red colour but it'll work if you want to combine a little bit of a smoky eye with the red lip.
Rimmel Lasting Finish "107":My holy grail product. I mean I think the majority of beauty bloggers love this colour but I'm still going to rave about it here. I love a bold lip, so I have no hesitations when using this for my everyday lip colour. The consistency and longevity is great, especially since it isn't a matte finish. I think one of the major reasons why I love it is because it isn't a true red. There's a bit of a berry tone in there and we all know how much I love my berry lip;)
M.A.C "Viva Glam-1" Matte Lipstick: This is a great dark red lipstick that would work great with tanned to darker skin tones. Again, it isn't a true red which is why I think I use it as much as I do. It pairs beautifully with a bunch of different outfits and it gives a twist on the classic red lip. I tend to only wear this during the colder months so once winter hits, it's at the top of my makeup bag. As well, it's got fantastic staying power because of the matte finish BUT it is quite drying so please do wear a lip balm underneath. 
Well that was a lengthy one! However, when it comes to lipsticks, I simply get too excited. :) I hope you've enjoyed this post and please read my little note, I'm very excited about the project and I hope you will to;)

Importance Info!: 
I've decided to dedicate the month of December to holiday preparation. What do I mean by this? Every week I'll be featuring a different makeup and outfit look that could inspire any type of holiday gathering. Whether it may be a work party, Christmas Eve/Day or any other type of celebration, I've got you covered. Each week, I'll show you a different makeup look followed by outfit inspirations to go with it. It'll give me a chance to have some fun with one of my favourite holidays and hopefully it'll help anyone who feels a little stuck about what to wear with friends and family. These posts will begin next Wednesday (Dec 2nd) and will go through until December 18th, when hopefully you'll feel confident and ready for the holiday season.

I've accumulated a few pieces from the drugstore recently and I thought it would be a great opportunity for me to share them with you. I have this "slightly" bad habit when I'm not feeling my best, I'll treat myself to a little "pick me up" shopping trip. Please tell me I'm not the only one? Anyway, here are a few bits and bops I've collected over the past few weeks. Also, I've decided to give a slight review of the ones I've had the chance to test out. I mean I wouldn't want you to read this for nothing ;). 
Feel Unique:
I don't order much from the website but I've recently discovered that a few of the European products sold on here are less expensive then if I would buy it at a Canadian drugstore. So I will keep that in mind the next time my Bourjois products are running low. Any who, that has nothing to do with what I actually ordered. I decided to pick up a few blogger products. I've been interested in checking some out, mostly because I have no problem supporting them but also because I'm curious to see if they're any good.

For starters, I placed the Zoella Beauty's Wonder Hand Moisturizing Hand Cream and the Blissful Missful Solid Fragrance into my basket. The other item I bought is Fleur De Force's Lipgloss in "Starry Starry Night". The hand cream is very nice and sinks into your skin really quickly so your hands don't get that greasy feeling. It does have a fragrance to it but it isn't overpowering. Her solid fragrance actually smells exactly like the hand cream. I've only used it once so far but it actually seems to last a pretty long time. I put it on in the early afternoon and I could still smell it on my wrist in the later evening. I think I'm really going to enjoy it:) Unfortunately, I have yet to try the lipgloss yet, but it is quite a pinkish berry tone. It was only when I received it, did I realize it's very similar to the lipstick I picked up (which you'll read about in a few seconds). We'll have to see how it holds up, I'll keep you posted;)
Drugstore:
As much as I would love to, I don't tend to have many shopping trips to the drugstore in order to pick up some new makeup bits. I tend to peruse the makeup isles at the same time as when I have a list of other items I need to go get. 
The firs thing I have to show you is a lipstick from Rimmel. What a shock. I opted for the one in the Kate Moss range Number 31. It's surprisingly not one I already have. The shade is a dark fuchsia pink colour, something that isn't exactly right up my alley, but I'm willing to give it a try. I'm still not 100% certain about the colour, but the consistency doesn't disappoint. 
Next, I have the Smashbox Limitless Liquid Liner in "Black". It's the first time I try this one and I was a little nervous because liquid liner tends to be a hit or miss for me. They either smudge right off and give me panda eyes because of my oily eyelids or I end up not liking the brush applicator. I've worn it already (on several occasions) and I'm very impressed. It has stayed on my eyelids ALL day without smudging and the pen allows for a very smooth, thin line.
I also picked up a new mascara. That day, I opted to try a new one, Revlon's Bold Lacquer Mascara. It's suppose to be a lengthening and volumizing mascara, so it's right up my alley. I have yet to try it since I'm still using my trusty Maybelline but I will let you know how I get on with it when I take it out of its package.  
The last product is a repurchase of the Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer "Very Fair/Light". I've actually talked plenty about this one, so I won't bore you, but it's a great under-eye concealer that really brightens up the under eye area and isn't heavy on the skin. 


I hope you've enjoyed this haul and review. I quite liked writing it, so if it's something you enjoyed reading please let me know.

We all have that one product to which we automatically gravitate towards. If I could only buy one item of makeup for the rest of my life, it would be...lipsticks. Yes, I'll miss my foundations, my mascaras and my eye palettes, but at the end of the day, lipsticks have stolen my heart.

| Revlon ColourBurst Just Bitten in "Standout" | Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Moss is 107| Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Moss in 111 | M.A.C Retro Matte "Ruby Woo" |

| M.A.C Lustre "Syrup" | Burberry No.09 | Revlon Colourburst Lipstick "Rosy Nude" |

| Charlotte Tilbury "Night Crimson" | M.A.C Satin "Captive" | Rimmel Lasting Finish "Bordeaux (124) |

I've been wearing this makeup look lately. It's a very simple eye look but allows for a great pop of colour on the lips. This look is great for everyday and it's super easy for class. Apart from if you choose a vibrant lip colour, it's very natural  and gives off a beautiful glow. I love the pairing of a natural eye makeup with a pop of colour on the lips because it makes me feel so much more cheery and put together.


M.A.C Studio Fix (NC25): I start off with my foundation and I've used this one on and off for a few years now. It has really great coverage but if you don't have problematic skin (as I do) it could be a little heavy.

M.A.C Studio Finish Concealer (NC20): This is a great coverage concealer. Again, it is on the heavier side, but I love the finishing look it gives. I only use this on my blemishes and on the red-er areas of my face.

Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer: To be honest, I can't remember which shade I got this in because it's been scraped off. I do get it in a shade lighter then though because I use this under my eyes to brighten the area. I'll also take this and apply it on the top of my forehead and on my cupid's bow (right above my lip). I do this because it helps with my dark circles and because it helps brighten up my face by giving me a natural glow.

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder (Sandstorm): I then set my face with a powder and I just love this one. I've tried a few setting powders and some have worked really well but I've continuously gone back to using this one. It isn't expensive and it does the job beautifully. I'll apply this to set my under-eye area and in my T-zone.

Lise Watier Bronzer: This was a limited edition bronzer, from their Summer 2015 collection, but I've linked a very similar bronzer from their permanent collection. I absolutely love it. It's got a beautiful mixture of bronze, gold and pink pigments. It's not the heaviest bronzer, but I love the glow it gives and for me, I don't find myself needing a huge amount of bronzing powder.

Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze and Glow (light/medium): I've spoken about this quite a lot lately but I just really enjoy using it. I contour very slightly right under the cheekbone and then I'll use the highlight shade right at the top of the apples of my cheeks.


Nars Smudge Proof Primer: Not much to say about this eye primer, but I really enjoy this one and it keeps my eyeshadow on all day. Does it's job and so I'm happy.

Rimmel ScandalEyes Eyeliner "Brown" : I'll only use this to tight line under my lashes just so that they seem fuller.

M.A.C Eyeshadow in "Naked Lunch": I use this lighter colour all over my lid just to even it all out and to have a little bit of shine.

M.A.C Eyeshadow in "Wedge": I'll then take "Wedge" and apply it in my crease to define and give some more depth.

Maybelline Lash Sensational "Blackest Black": I've been using this mascara all summer and I still love it. It gives such a full and voluminous affect while still lengthening my lashes.


Finally I've been doing this look with a bunch of different lip options, so here are my favourites: