I’ve been sharing more with you about my journey to switch to cleaner and safer skincare products so I wanted to share my go-to makeup routine as well. Once I started learning more about the beauty industry and the lack of laws and regulations right now with how many different chemicals are used, I was amazed at how far behind the U.S. is and it made we want to be more careful about the products I put on my face. One of the first products I made the switch to with my makeup bag was my lipsticks because I love a good lipstick and felt like that was an important place to start since it can get into your mouth. Beautycounter is a clean beauty brand that doesn’t use any harsh chemicals or questionable ingredients so they have become my go-to and I absolutely love everything I’ve tried from them. The lip products are all amazing because they are so moisturizing and not sticky at all on your lips [plus they are free from any heavy metals that are in so many products out there]. One of the best ways to switch out your makeup bag to cleaner products is with this makeup bundle they offer called the Flawless In Five set. This set is made up of 6 of the most-used makeup products to create an easy flawless look in under five minutes. You get to completely customize the set for you and choose between a tinted moisturizer or skin twin foundation, a concealer pen, an eyebrow pencil or brow gel, voluming or lengthening mascara, which shade of blush you want as well as lipgloss. This makeup set is also offered at a discounted price that make the products less money than if you were to buy them each individually, plus if you’re ordering for the first time you can get 10% off your order. You can shop the Flawless In Five makeup set here.

Also, another little tip to save some money at Beautycounter is to add the Band of Beauty Membership to your cart which is like a rewards program and it gets you free shipping for the whole year and 10% credit back to your account with each order to shop with another time. You will also get a free gift for joining which is the hydrating body lotion this month.

I also have to tell you about the amazing new skin twin foundation that just launched last month because it’s becoming my favorite foundation I’ve ever used!! This foundation is so great because it feels completely weightless and just like your skin. It’s breathable, buildable coverage that lasts all day long and blends into your skin so naturally while also providing powerful skincare benefits. It has a strong dose of hyaluronic acid in it that visibly plumps and smooths the skin immediately while giving a glow to your skin and helps to minimize the appearance of fine lines over time, so it will actually improve your skin the more you wear it. I’ve never had a foundation that was so beneficial for my skin and I love using it. This foundation is the first one to blur the lines between makeup and skincare. It has a couple of other ingredients in it besides the hyaluronic acid that really have amazing benefits to them. The Jojoba esters in it which are derived from the desert-dwelling jojoba plant, help to moisturize, soothe, and soften skin. It also has these specially coated hydrophobic pigments in it that give you the best color match to your skin and provide all-day wear, buildable, second-skin coverage. There are 18 different shades available, so you can find the perfect match for you and it’s also a 60 day return policy so it’s pretty risk free to try it out. I think you’ll love it!

| MUST HAVE MAKEUP PRODUCTS |

-Skin Twin Foundation [I put this one on with a foundation brush or a blender sponge and cover my face with one pump. I wear the shade medium 340]

-Touchup Skin Concealer Pen [I apply this after foundation to under my eyes, the top of my nose and sides where redness is, and any other blemishes I want to cover up. You can blend it in with your ring finger or use a blender sponge. I wear color Light.]

-Mattifying Powder [this is great to put on after your face makeup to help reduce shine and to set your makeup. You can also apply some to your eyelids and under eyes with a small brush to help with creasing. I use a large brush to apply this to my face, mainly focusing on the t-zone area.]

-Color Define Brow Pencil and Brow Gel [I love using these products together because the pencil is perfect to brush out your brows then fill them in while the brow gel is the perfect finishing touch to fluff them up and get the hairs to stay in place all day long creating a natural full-brow look. I also love keeping this pencil sharpener in my bag for the brow pencil. I use color medium in both.]

-Volumizing Mascara [I’ve been growing my eyelashes out again this past year with the help of some eyelash serum and I’ve been loving the natural look. If I’m wanting to get ready more then I’ll use this volumizing mascara which is so great for full and long lashes. If I have mascara on then I don’t think you need much eyeliner.]

-Satin Powder Blush [I love all of these gorgeous blush colors, especially the color nectar for spring and summer. I think they are the perfect finishing touch to an easy summer makeup look applied with a small brush to the tops of your cheekbones. or you could also do some bronzer and highlighter to create a little more defined contour look with some summer glow.]

-Color Intense Lipstick [all of these lip products are my favorite because they are so moisturizing and feel like chapstick on your lips so it just depends on how much color you want to have when deciding between the color intense lipstick or the lip sheer which isn’t as much pigment. I also like to layer the lipgloss on top of those and I always keep the lip conditioner in peppermint on hand to use morning and night. It will get rid of any dry or cracked lips! The lipgloss in color bare shimmer is my favorite and color first date in the color intense lipstick is my favorite for summer, and color Terra in the lip sheer is what I wear the most.]

-Brightening Facial Mist [I love using this as a setting spray for my makeup because it has a boost of antioxidant-rich vitamin c that helps to even skin tone and give your skin a brighter complexion. You can also use it throughout the day to refresh your complexion or to prep your skin before makeup.]

Wondering how to clean that Makeup off?? I love this Instant Eye Makeup Remover because it works so well and also has safe ingredients that are great for sensitive eyes. I also use these Makeup Remover Wipes and can’t recommend them enough! They are thick wipes that get everything off your face and have a nice grip to them but are gentle on your skin.

What’s the best makeup cases to travel and store all your products in?? I love all of these cases so much and feel like the quality is amazing. I love this set to keep your everyday makeup in, this clear case for all of my skincare products and sunscreens or hair products, and this ever need case to fit all of it for traveling. The best part is that they are all easy to wipe clean and keep everything organized.