MakeUp- The Ideal Kit

When it comes to make up it is important you know what products suit your skin type. From foundation all the way down to mascara, there are going to be brands which suit your skin well and other products which don't go so well with your skin. It is best you go and find out what type of skin you have and what sort of products to buy before you begin getting into the habit of wearing make-up. When I started wearing make-up I got a skin "analysis" from a specialist at House Of Fraser. They give you a list of products that will be of benefit to your skin and also advise you to steer clear of products which your skin will not agree with. Unfortunately, i am not a specialist! However I've given you a list of products i use and products i would definately adivse you to purchase.

 Bobbi Brown's Oil Control Lotion SPF 15

This lotion is absolutely amazing! I use it before applying anything to my face. It moistens and waters the dry patches on your skin. These tend to be around nose, mouth and forehead area, (also known as T-Zone). Every lady needs a good facial cream and Bobbi Brown is definately a reliable and productive product. I got this particular oil control lotion for about £30.00, i'm not sure...i purchased it a while back and it was a very good and worthwhile investment. Again, it depends on your skin type, there are different lotions available which cater to different skin types but i've noticed this particular cream is a very good day to day lotion for ordinary use, but it acts as a great undercoat for foundation as well so your make-up won't dry out during the day. Overall i give Bobbi Brown's Oil Control Lotion a....

9/10

Bobbi Brown's Moisturizing Cream Compact Foundation (In Warm Beige)

YES Bobbi Brown again! It's a brilliant moisturizing cream foundation my friend introduced me to a few months back. I was getting a few spots on my chin and forehead and usually i would just sweep my fringe over it or cover it up with layers of liquid foundation but this routine didn't really do my face any justice. So, she took me shopping and literally forced me to try this product out. It's usually quite hard to find a close enough colour that matches your skin tone, but i found that Warm Beige was an exact match to mine. And..it covered up my spots perfectly! I prefer compact or pressed foundation because it gives a more even and flawless coverage. Some people may prefer liquid but i find it quite messy and streaky! Apologies again, i am not sure about the exact price of the product but it should be no more than £26.00, I give Bobbi Brown's Moisturizing Cream Compact Foundation a rating of...

10/10

There are numerous types of MAC foundation you can purchase. I find MAC quite a heavy make-up and ideal for a night out or special occassions, though you probably can find a lighter style product. Here a few photos of me and my friends wearing MAC.

- A FULL MAC Coverage!

-I did a very light cheek blend here, using a brush to apply liquid foundation allows you to tone your face, this is important when taking photographs because you do not want to look one solid colour!

- You can see how heavy MAC is, it gives a very even and distrubuted coat to your face.

My knucklehead friend allowing me to make-over her much needed dry excuse for a face =)

My Sister Sporting MAC on an evening out!

As you can see it is a pretty good and gives even and heavy coverage to your face. I'm personally not a fan of heavy make-up i prefer a light or natural-looking coverage. I'm more of a lipstick and mascara person! But I rate MAC a...

7/10 (I really do prefer Bobbi Brown!)

Well That Just About Covers The Foundation&&Cream Must-Haves, I'll Be Posting Eyeshadows, Lipsticks&& Eyeliners Soon. =)