25 June 2012

My Makeup: The 16 Hour Day


My student days of lounging around, revising and essay writing are over for summer and it's time for work, and a holiday of course but that's a little later! I absolutely love having a routine, something I know happens on a daily basis and is a regular procedure. Something I can't quite work out is my makeup routine for these long days, I'm applying my makeup half asleep at around 7am and most likely won't be returning home till around 9. Which means around fourteen hours of makeup staying power is needed! 

I honestly don't think there's products out there, or complexion ones at least, that last perfectly for fourteen hours. As I was experimenting around this week dabbling in my different primers, foundations and setting sprays I think I found a pretty good combination. I'll of course keep you updated on my routine in upcoming posts too      :)

 Skin
- I don't have the oiliest of skins, I'm around the combination mark but I do like to apply a mattifying primer. Givenchy Mister Matt being my one of choice followed by my foundation, Chantecaille Just Skin, which I set with a pretty full on powder Chanel Natural Finish Loose Powder. (Wow, that is one high end combination but it seems to be working so far! Like I said, I'll keep you updated)
- For concealing my bags I've been using Dr Perricone No Concealer Concealer as it has SPF 35 so is fantastic for day time! More on this later...
- I then go on to apply some cheek colour, which at 7am I'm not so fussy about so I've been slapping on whatever I reach for first, a bright awakening colour like Mac Peaches. 
- I then finish off spraying my face with Urban Decay De Slick Spray to set all the foundation and powder

Eyes
- I only apply a couple of products, mainly because that's all I have time for! Did I mention it's early? Just Mac Paint Pot in Painterly to even out the lid a wash of a neutral eyeshadow and an Avon Supershock Gel Liner in Blackberry which I messily blend out with my fingers. 
- For mascara I've been trying to finish up by L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara which is a lovely day time option as it doesn't budge. 


What are your tricks for getting makeup to last all day?

10 comments:

  1. India-Robyn 25 June 2012 at 10:11

    Hey!
    You look lovely as always! :)
    I really want to try Chantecaille, but I only visit London a few times a year. I was wondering what shade you use ? I'm a b30 in Chanel and a MAC NW25 :) <3

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    1. Amelia Liana - Liana Beauty25 June 2012 at 21:08

      Thank you India :) I use the shade Glow and I'm a Mac NC25 but Chantecaille is a little too dark for my skin! I save it for darker tanned days :) Hope that helps! xx

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  2. A Girl and a Beauty Blog25 June 2012 at 11:38

    And now there are more things I want to buy ;) xx

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  3. Amy25 June 2012 at 12:33

    I absolutely love your hair!

    Amy xx

    www.serendipitybeautyblog.blogspot.com

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  4. Katy - Giggles And Makeup25 June 2012 at 21:49

    You look great! I'm also a long day worker, trying to get makeup that stays never seems to work!! :)
    gigglesandmakeup.blogspot.co.uk

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  5. Unknown26 June 2012 at 21:24

    Fab post - really want to try the setting spray as my make up has always slipped off by the end of the day. Thank you for your tips... and your hair looks amazing - hair envy!
    Rachel from www.whatabeauty.co.uk x

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    1. Amelia Liana - Liana Beauty26 June 2012 at 23:10

      Hi Rachel! SO thrilled you enjoyed this post! Comments like that make me so happy knowing you enjoy it :) You should give one a go if you ever pass an urban decay counter just to test them out :) Thank you so much! It's using a new item that will be reviewed soon :) xx

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