My Daily Routine

I seem to be on a blogging spree today, though it's simply because this is the first time I've had a chance to sit down and get to all the things I wanted to.
I get asked 100s of questions on a daily basis from clients, but one of the big ones is what my daily routine is.
Most wonder how I can possibly choose one or two products when I have 1000s to choose from in my line of work.
What does it take to make the cut?

My routine changes ever so often when a new product hits the market. Keep in mind, not all are for my skin type and not all work the same for everyone.
I like to be as informed as humanly possibly when new products hit the shelves so I'm able to give my clients all the information they need to make the right choice. I also want them to feel 100% confident in my recommendation.

All that aside, and since I get asked all the time, here's my daily routine as of February 2013.

#1] Cleanse skin
      Biotherm Pure-Fect Skin cleanser
      It's designed specifically for oily/combination skin types and is in a gel formulation.
      It helps to hydrate the skin where it needs it, reduces visible pores, and matifies the skin. It also has a
      great citrus-floral scent to it that helps wake you up on those super tired mornings.

#2] Serum
      Algenist Multi-Perfecting Pore concentrate
      It's a nice light oil-free serum that helps to reduce visible pores and smooths out skins texture.
   
#3] Moisturizer
      Algenist Multi-Perfecting Pore Moisturizing Gel
      A great, lightweight, oil-free gel moisturizer that helps to reduce visible pores and evens texture. It
      absorbs into the skin super quickly and doesn't leave any film. I can go right into my make up
      regime after applying it with no wait time.
      It also doesn't have much of a scent.

#4] Primer
      Stila One Step Correct Primer
      I mentioned this one in a previous blog when I mentioned that I have redness to my skin.
      It's an all in one colour corrective primer serum. Green to banish redness, Purple to elevate sallow tones
      and brighten skin and beige to even out tone. It also helps to hydrate and smooth skin. It even helps to
      diminish fine lines and wrinkles!

#5] Foundation
      Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation #44
      See previous review blog to learn about why and how awesome it is!

#6] Powder
      Make Up For Ever Pro Finish #110
      Just a light dusting to help set and matify the foundation. I usually take this compact with me just
      in case I need a touch up at the end of the day.

#7] Eye Shadow Primer
      Too Faced Shadow Insurance
      I've tried tons of different eye shadow primers over the years and have been disappointed by some.
      This one has never let me down. Even with my oily lids, this keeps my eye shadow on and in place.
      It increases the pigment, smooths the lid and leaves everything in place for 12 hours!

#8] Contour
      Too Faced Sun Bunny Bronzer
      I usually switch between this and NARS' Laguna Bronzer. They're both my favorites for contour.

#9] Highlight
      NARS Albatross Highlight
      ALL time favorite highlight!!! Just a pop on the cheek bones, above the brow and in the cupids bow
      and you're good to go!

#10] Blush
     Sephora Collection Baked Blush #4
     There's lots of expensive blushes out there that don't do half a good of a job as this blush. It's a
     combination of matte and sheer that you can swirl into the perfect finish. It leaves a gorgeous
     glow that looks like it's coming from the inside out.

#11] Eye Shadow
      I can't give a specific one since this changes from day to day depending on what look I'm going for.
      But I can assure you, I have shadows from every brand you can imagine! <3

#12] Eye Brows
       Gosh Extreme art liner
       Firstly, I dont' have eyebrows. I wax mine off so I'm able to make fancy detailed brows.
       This is the ONLY liner I've found that can stand up to my oily t-zone. I've even gone swimming
       with this liner on....even been in a sauna and came out with my brows still in place.
       It also has an array of colours that allow me to match my brows with my hair colour.

#13] Eyeliner
       Sephora Collection 12 HR liquid liner
       LOVE LOVE LOVE this liner! It comes in amazingly vibrant colours, stays in place, has a great
       accurate brush and even better, they're only $14 CDN! You can't go wrong with this liner!

#14] Mascara
        Givenchy Noir Couture Mascara
       I try different mascaras everytime a  new one comes out.
       Though, this guy has become a new favorite among all the ones I've tired in the past year. It gives
       nice full lashes, TONS of length! I love the triple ball brush. It allows for easy application and hits
       every single lash.

#15] Lips        This changes daily! Most days I'm a red lip gal and usually sport a stain. But occasionally
         I've been known to jazz it up by popping a waterproof eye shadow pencil on with a gloss
         top coat. It's a great way to get a crazy colour without the price!

When I see it all in point form [not including my hair], it's amazing that I manage all this in a mere 45 minutes [that includes getting dressed for work].
So there it is, what I do every single morning. :)