So far we’ve spent every day on this style holiday camp talking about fashion. It’s time to switch it up a little and talk beauty.
For me, they go hand in hand when talking about style – whether you’re creating a new style or refining an existing style.
Sometimes, the addition of one new makeup product to your collection can be just the style boost you need.
It doesn’t have to get complicated unless you want it to. And if you do want it do, I suggest you book in with a professional makeup artist for a hands-on lesson.
I’ve had a few in my time and each time I’ve learned something new. The first time I had a lesson I wished I’d done it sooner – like about 30 years sooner!
On a day-to-day basis I’m all about implementing the two-minute makeup {the key product here which I’ve embraced for 18 months is BB Cream}.
Most days of the week I have minimal time to apply a full face, so practice at home has helped to create some much-needed shortcuts.
Shortcuts that will get you out the door, feeling fresh even if you may feel far from it.
But if all that fails, I rely on one product {and some dark sunnies}.
I’ll give you a clue … your Nana was right … a little lippy on the lips before you step out for the day can make all the difference to your mood and how put together you look.
Which is why this lazy-girl beauty queen always carries a swag of her favourite pop lippy colours in her handbag.
Because, unlike my Nana, I’m more likely to have left the lipstick application until I’m in the car and stopped at traffic lights on the school run.
Check out my vlog from last year for the lowdown on four lipsticks to pop your lips – they’re my faves but I’d also like to hear about yours. (Warning: I may have taken the Nana analogy too far and there may or may not be incidences of Nana teeth. Oops.)
1. Eles Micro Bubble Lipstick in Micro Melon $39.50 | 2. Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain in Orange $50 | 3. Napoleon Perdis Lady in Red Lip Gloss $30 | 4. Maybelline New York SuperStay 14HR Lipstick in Perpetual Peony $18.95
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Now, I know there are many of your out there who have sworn allegiance to lip gloss and lip gloss only but because we’re on holiday camp, I’d love you to give a lipstick a try.
If you don’t have any at home to experiment with, treat yourself to a beauty counter visit and get some advice on a good statement colour for you.
It doesn’t have to be bright but it should make your eyes spark and skin tone glow. Yep, that’s the power of the lippy!
PS. Don’t forget if you want to share any of your progress along the way via photos, you can upload them in the comments or share via Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #unlockyourstyle and make sure you tag me so I can find it (@stylingyou). Facebook uploads to my page are welcome too.
PPS. Have a great weekend, Stylers. I’ll be back on Monday for the final five days in this series. Thanks so much for playing along.
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** The Styling You Holiday Style Camp {Unlock Your Style in 14 Days} is based on the Styling You Manifesto. If you don’t have your own, you can download it here. I’ll also be giving away a proper printed Styling You Manifesto from The Smile Collective every day to the reader who catches my eye with their comments and participation.
Unlock Your Style in 14 Days (Day 4 manifesto winner): Marianne. Marianne, could you please email me your postal address: nikki@stylingyou.com.au
