What's in my Makeup Bag?

Hey Fashionable Guys&Girls!

Recently I started using Vine (an app that allows you to record 6 second videos perfect for quick diy or runway shots). And I decided it would be great to share a sneak peek into my makeup bag...



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1. My makeup bag. I've actually collected quite a few makeup bags, but my latest favourite when I'm not carrying a lot is this canvas Aveda bag. It's just over 6" wide X 6.5 tall and lined with an ethylene-vinyl lining for easy clean-up for those annoying makeup spills or dirty brushes. Aveda doesn't currently sell makeup bags online, but check for availability in your nearest Aveda shop/spa.

2. Fit Me® Pressed Powder. As you can see from the bottom of the makeup tin showing I use this a ton. It lasts a long time since I've brought this one to a few fashion events already and just use it as an everyday product. I'm guessing I can still get at least 2-5 weeks out of it. It's light and natural with full coverage even with winter dry skin (just add some moisturizer). There is also a makeup pad and mirror under the powder itself.

3.Fit Me® Concealer. Another long-time favourite, also from Maybelline's FIT family. Like the pressed powder, its full coverage is light and natural and lasts a long time.

4. Aveda Hand Relief. It is so moisturizing and has a texture somewhere between a typical lotion and body butter. Aveda says that the A and E vitamins 'diminish signs of aging' and the product 'increases moisture levels and elasticity in skin with continued use' and so far I think that has proven true. A reason I love Avdea so much is that all of the fragrances are so incredibly calming. In this hand relief, the note of licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)  is subtly sweet. I usually bring a larger bottle or body butter along as well, but this cute little lotion fits great in my makeup bag for quick 'hand relief'.

5. The Body Shop Love Gloss. I love The Body Shop just as a brand and this Love Gloss in 13-Pale Pink is my favourite. It's a pretty sheer pink, just noticeable, but not too much. The sunflower oil, coconut oil, and cocoa butter make the lip gloss really moisturizing too. I'm looking for a lipstick to fall in love with like this lip gloss so comment with your fab suggestions. ;)

6. Covergirl LashBlast Volume Mascara. Classic! My eyelashes are pretty long and full already, but for a more dramatic look I always use Very Black 800.

7. ChapStick Moisturizer. And I just happen to have a pretty boring lip balm in my bag at the moment. I always have a lip balm in my bag so after my Burt's Bees balm ran out, I had to temporarily replace it with this at the cash wrap/checkout- which isn't actually as terrible as I thought it might be. Kim of A Very Sweet Blog has completely sold me on EOS's adorable lip balm though.

8. Hair elastics and bobbi pins. Must haves.

Glad makeup artists know what they're doing! I occasionally add a few more products, but in general foundation, concealer, mascara, lip gloss/balm, and hair elastics are my makeup basics.

What are you 'must have' makeup items or lip stick (any other makeup) suggestions?

Stay Fabulous,
xoxo Aimee 

11 comments:

  1. Yes I have been curious about Vine. I use to use FIT ME, recently I have been using Laura Merciers whipped tinted moisturizer it is pretty good but this weekend I start with the self tanner : O

    Ali of

    Dressing Ken

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  2. Cool. I've been curious about Vine, too. I use Gifboom and I love it. :)

    I loooove the Body Shop Love anything.

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  3. Love seeing what is in other girl's makeup bags!

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  4. I use CG lashblast mascara too, love it!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  5. I always have a compact and spot treatment at my fingertps, as wel as a good lip gloss and lip balm. :)

    xoxo,

    Jules of Canines & Couture
    www.caninesandcouture.com

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  6. Awwww! Thank you so much for the mention. You should definitely try Avon's lip balm. It is the bomb! You have some really good stuff in your cosmetic bag. I have to revisit The Body Shop. I haven't been there in a long time. Covergirl always did have great mascara. Maybelline too! I've got to try Fit Me! Now I have a list of beauty goodies to get! HAHAHA Love you doll! Have a great weekend.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  7. My husband is obsessed with Vine so he is always making these cute little videos.
    I have to figure it out so I can do them as well.

    Have fun at the fashion show this week-end.

    Pia
    pjmscloset.blogspot.ca

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  8. I am lovin' my Fit Me makeup I have. but I will probably not be replacing it because I am trying to go towards more vegan/cruelty free makeup.

    This is a cute post though. I am always lovin' my burts bees and my baby lips. I used to never like baby lips until recently but I've fallen in love with it.

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  9. Love this post, a lip balm is always a must!!!!

    www.plogstyle.com

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  10. Hi doll, thanks for swinging by my blog!

    I'm obsessed with Aveda Hand Relief- such a must for the beauty bag. :)

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  11. Great post! I have to try the Fit Me concealer and pressed powder, because I believe we have similar skin types! In the summer I notice my face is more oily but in the winter its more of a combination of oily and normal.

    xoxo
    -B ♡
    http://msberrystylish.blogspot.com/

    P.S. I love CoverGirl LashBlast <3

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