My Current Beauty Routine

I've gotten some requests recently to share my beauty routine, so even though this is a bit out of my comfort zone, I figured why not have a little fun (hello, kissy face!), and give you guys the run-down. I've always been pretty low-key and try to get my makeup done in about 15 minutes. Here's what I currently use for my daily go-to beauty look...

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SKIN: My skincare routine is pretty elaborate since I don't have the best of skin- Thank god for Instagram filters! That said, I'll save it for another post, and simply focus on the makeup aspect for now. I need good coverage even in the summer months, so I use a combination of products that feel light but have strong cover game. Under my eyes I dab Dr. Jart+ Water Fuse Beauty Balm for a dewy brightness to hide dark spots. I then use a Sonia Kashuk Core Tools Concealer Brush with Maybelline Super Stay Better Skin Concealer to cover my blemishes. Using my fingers I then apply and blend L'Oreal Visible Lift Serum Foundation over my face. Last, I set everything with BareMinerals Original Foundation Powder.

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BLUSH/BRONZER/HIGHLIGHTER: For some definition, I use either the Urban Decay Naked Flushed Bronzer, Highlighter & Blush Palette in Streak or BareMinerals All-Over Face Color in Warmth. I blend the bronzer with any brush I have handy along my cheekbones, hairline and lightly on my nose and chin. If I'm in the mood for a little color I add some of the blush from the palette over the apples of my cheeks. For highlighting, I'm obsessed with Chantecaille Liquid Lumière Illuminator in Sheen. I dab a little along the top of my cheeks, the inner corner of my eyes and under my brow arch for a flattering and subtle glow.

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BROWS: First I groom my eyebrows with the brush end of my Anastasia Beverly Hills Perfect Brow Pencil in Soft Brown and then fill them in with the pencil side. To keep them in place throughout the day, I use Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Gel.

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EYES: To begin, I lightly dab one of the bronzers mentioned earlier to my lids for a little depth. Next, I tightline my eyes with simple black eyeliner. I like to use the Almay Contour Crayon Eyeliner since it doesn't smudge as much as a pencil. If I want to add some flair and have some extra time, I like to do a winged cat-eye look with Cover Girl Intensify Me! Liquid Liner. To complete my eyes, I go straight for my Shiseido Eyelash Curler and throw on a few coats of Cover Girl Lash Blast Fusion Mascara in Very Black.

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LIPS: I usually use a mix of Ilia Lipstick in In My Room and Fresh Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment in Rosé. If I want a brighter pop of color I like to use Nars Lipstick in Heat Wave or Ilia Tinted Lip Conditioner in Bang Bang.

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HAIR: For the look in the photos I let my hair air dry after spritzing in Bumble and bumble Surf Spray and applying Rodin Luxury Hair Oil to the ends.

ps- My earrings are Rebecca Minkoff.

Under $100: 2 Summer-Perfect White Denim Cut-Offs

There's nothing like a fresh pair of white denim cut-offs for summer, especially when they're under $100. Pair with a slouchy white tee for a cool casual look.

Get the look:
+ We The Free Free Fallin Tee
+ One Teaspoon Bandit Denim Cutoffs
+ We The Free Abbi Shirt
+ Free People Irreplaceable Cutoffs

Model-Off-Duty Style: Vanessa Moody Wears A Wrap Skirt In Paris

Photos via: Vogue Italy | Models.com

Model Vanessa Moody looks the epitome of casual chic in Paris wearing a classic black tee, neutral asymmetrical wrap skirt and embellished flat sandals.

Get the look:
+ Halogen Lightweight High/Low Seamed Back Tee
+ Foley + Corinna Gabby Crossbody Bag
+ ASOS Mini Skirt in Sweat with Wrap
+ Carven Faux Wrap Skirt (also here)
+ Kristin Cavallari Grace Thong Sandal

Get Glam With This Stunning Beauty And Ear Cuff Inspiration

Photo via: Piotr Stoklosa

From the shiny hair, bold brows and thick lashes to the shimmering statement ear cuff, I can't help but crush on all the stunning details of this glam beauty look.

Get the look:
+ SACHAJUAN Shine Serum
+ Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel
+ Georgie Beauty La Vie Charme Faux Lashes
+ ASOS Occasion Ear Cuff
+ Amber Sceats Royale Ear Cuff and Earring
+ Clarins Instant Light Lip Balm Perfector in My Pink

A Chic And Stylish Workout Look

Here are some of my activewear favorites for a chic and stylish workout look.

1. The Upside Ballet Printed Stretch-Jersey Bra Top
2. Ray-Ban Flash Lens Matte Aviator Sunglasses
3. Lauren Ralph Lauren Pavé V Stud Earrings
4. Nike Legend 2.0 Cropped Stretch-Jersey Leggings
5. S'well Angel Food 25oz Water Bottle
6. Nike Juvenate Sneakers

Laurel Pantin Goes Weekend Casual In A Baseball Cap And Cut-Offs

Photo via: Vanessa Jackman

Laurel Pantin masters weekend casual in a black baseball cap, white button-down shirt, striped clutch, distressed denim cut-off shorts and flat sandals. On a side note, make sure to follow Laurel on Snapchat (@lapantin) for a fun look at all her travels.

Get the look:
+ ASOS Plain Baseball Cap
+ BP. Woven Cotton Shirt
+ ViX Swimwear Stripe Pouch
+ Volcom Distressed Denim Shorts
+ Joie A la Plage Solimar Flat Sandals

A Crazy Cool All-Black Look To Copy Now

Photo via: H&M

Beauty Magdalena Frackowiak poses in a crazy cool all-black look that I can't wait to copy. Love the edgy, yet polished feel of the peplum top with ripped jeans and patent loafers.

Get the look:
+ Alexander Wang Neoprene Peplum Top (also here)
+ Halogen Ottoman Knit V-Neck Peplum Top
+ UNIF Romeo Shredded Jeans
+ Jeffrey Campbell New-Law Patent Tassel Loafers