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Summer Must-Have: Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes.

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Now that summer is in full swing (yay!), my makeup regimen is simpler.  On most days I ditch the eye makeup (save for mascara) altogether.  Instead of putting the emphasis on the eyes, I like to play up the golden tan I get during these hot sunny months.  My bronzer gets a lot of face time (literally) and so does Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes ($15).

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Andes is a gorgeous shimmery apricot blush.  It’ll wear nicely on the lightest of skin tones as well as beauties with deeper skin.  If you have a problem with overpacking on your summer vacation — and who doesn’t? — this is a good one to stash in your bag.  It’ll be your blush and bronzer in one. :)

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Just like their eyeshadow, Vasanti’s blush is silky smooth and finely milled.  It adds a nice radiance to the skin instead of imparting a sparkly mess.  It’s the same size (3.2 g / 11 oz) and price as the eyeshadow as well.  If you have a lot of pink in your skin, don’t be scared of this colour; you might be pleasantly surprised.  The neutral tones in this blush counteracts the orange, but it’s not too dark that it’ll look dirty on your skin.  If you’re new to blush, this is also a good starter blush to avoid getting that clown-y feeling. :P

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes Swatches (day light without flash / with flash)

Wearing Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Do You Simplify Your Makeup Regimen in the Summer?

In this week alone, I noticed that I only wore 6 products on average: powder foundation, concealer, bronzer, mascara, brows, lipstick. That’s pretty low maintenance for me! I think one of the reasons is that I’d rather be outside than spend time getting ready inside. Are you with me? :)

How about you? Do you simplify your makeup when it’s hot outside?

Summer Must-Have: Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (and Cat Ladyness).

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Some things that come to mind when I think of summer:

  1. Hot sun and blue skies.
  2. Backyard barbecues.
  3. Ice cream.
  4. Beaches.
  5. Bronzers.
  6. Backyard barbecues.

Pardon me while I wipe the drool off my face.

Anyway.

It’s that time of the year again, when new collections are now rolling out to makeup counters, and they always bring out the best for summer.  Summer collections always strike a chord with me.  I’m a huge fan of the carefree sun-kissed look because it is — as my friends from the Bay Area would say — hella sexy.  Speaking of which, isn’t Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora ($48) just ooze pure sexiness?

Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora

Aurora’s basket weave pattern of golden brown and pinky peach powders creates the most flattering lit from within effect on the skin.  It’s something that I haven’t seen from other bronzers I’ve used in the past.  It has the most sophisticated glow; you won’t see any chunky shimmer on your face from Dior Aurora.

Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (close up)

The bronzer comes with a velvet pouch with a pocket for a soft small brush (seen in the first photo).  I’m so happy to say that the brush is actually pretty good!  However, I still prefer to use a tapered face brush similar to MAC 138 to apply it on my temples, chin and cheeks.  Then, I wear more on my cheeks using my blush brush.

Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (close up)

Since my Dior counter mini-spree (yes, there will be more coming up!), I have used my Aurora bronzer almost everyday and sometimes without any blush.  I think that makes it a must-have, don’t you think?

Wearing Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (all over, no blush)

Just Because It’s Caturday…

Scherbie!

Other makeup I’m wearing: UD Toasted all over lid, MAC Soft Brown in crease, MAC Brun on outer corner, UD Sin on inner corner, UD Bourbon liner. On the lips, I’m wearing Chanel Rouge Allure Laque in Phoenix.

Have you hugged your cat today? :)

What’s Your Favourite Summer 2011 Makeup Collection?

I really think that Dior hit it out of the park with this collection.  The two new bronzers are outstanding. :)  I think NARS also has a great collection out.  Their Dogon eyeshadow duo and Carthage (hot pink) lipstick kinda make me crazy!

Totally Worth All The Hype: Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush.

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I adore a good blush. My collection is not quite as massive as Tracy’s, but it’s of a good size.  I can tell you now that none of my powder blushes are as good as this: the Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush ($33).

A little background on my skin: it’s oily.  Very oily.  My powder blushes — even the NARS ones — don’t stand a chance on my cheeks when I wear them all day.  My skin makes the stuff melt off after just a few hours of applying them.

Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Blissful

Wearing Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Blissful

When I bought Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Blissful, my life totally changed.  Colours now appear brighter.  Food is more delicious.  The sky is even bluer. :)  You get the point, this stuff is the bomb.com.

Why is it awesome?  First, I just love that Tarte is a natural line.  The pigmentation of the blush is out of this world.  The finish is so natural; it is neither totally matte nor shimmery.  Aaaaaand today, it lasted through the sticky, thunder-storming day we had in Toronto.  Hallelujah!

Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Dollface

Wearing Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Dollface

So, to sum up, here’s the lesson of the day:  yes, you need this.  I don’t know how I lived before this touched my cheeks.  Seriously holy grail material.

What’s Your Favourite Long-Wearing Powder Blush?

Go ahead, try me! Your favourite long-wearing powder blush against Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush. Do you dare try? ;)

Disclaimer: Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Dollface was sent by PR for consideration only, and I bought Blissful with my own dollah dollah billz, yo!