Ah yes the classic selfie taken before I went into work. I typically go all out with my makeup for my job- even though it isn't really necessary (as I am just a hostess). Looking past my attempt at a modelesque facial expression, a combination of products gives way to a bronzed summery look. I was really into contouring at the time, and used some classics like the Nars Contouring Blush and of course, everyone's favorite Nars Blush in Orgasm. The contouring blush is one of my favorites because the darker shade is kind of taupe-colored, which looks more natural on my skin tone rather than using brown. As I have tried many many... many illuminizer, the one I used in these pictures was the Laura Mercier Matte Radiance Baked Powder Compact and the Nars Illuminator in Orgasm. The Laura Mercier Compact is one of my favorites because product itself is very build-able and subtle. It gives off a certain glow that doesn't have sparkles, but rather an elegant looking shimmer. The Nars Illuminator is good for a base illuminator, as I like to call it. I put it on my cheekbones after my foundation, and before my bronzer to give a dewy dimension to my face as well as subtle depth. This product is also good on the go. If I only feel like wearing tinted moisturizer on a summer day, I will apply this product to the high-points of my face. Now people will think you really tried to look presentable when in reality you could've just rolled out of bed... 😁
Until next time,
Alex Bert
Productsring
Nars Contouring Blush- I use the 'Olympia' color. Darker shade creates a shadow, lighter shade highlights $42
Nars Blush in Orgasm- Shimmery peach blush. Nars calls it one of their 'cult classics' $32
Laura Mercier Matt Radiance Baked Powder Compact- glistening cream-colored highlighter $38
Nars Illuminator in Orgasm- Same shade as the blush, but in liquid form $30
Until next time,
Alex Bert
Productsring
Nars Contouring Blush- I use the 'Olympia' color. Darker shade creates a shadow, lighter shade highlights $42
Nars Blush in Orgasm- Shimmery peach blush. Nars calls it one of their 'cult classics' $32
Laura Mercier Matt Radiance Baked Powder Compact- glistening cream-colored highlighter $38
Nars Illuminator in Orgasm- Same shade as the blush, but in liquid form $30