5 Makeup Items I Can't Live Without

Hello Everyone!

I don't know about you, but I tend to go through phases with my makeup. Sometimes I'm obsessed with eyeshadows, sometimes it's blushes, or I'm just trying to keep up with the products that bloggers are raving about. But through all of that, there are some staple items that I reach for everyday and would have to replace immediately. The funny thing is, I've spent years never using most of these items. How silly I was! Here are the 5 makeup items I can't live without:


Primer 
Whether it's for my eyes or just a face primer, I don't know how I went so long without using one! When you're out and about all day there's nothing worse than checking the mirror at 3pm and realizing how much your makeup has faded. Primer is such a life-saver and I never go without one now. 

BB Cream
My lazy-day necessity! As much as I love a good foundation to cover up my persistent spots, some days I need to go a little more natural and keep it light. I've been using the Rimmel 9-1 BB cream for over a year now and I will always buy more because it's just so nice to use. It's so quick to apply and really handy to have on holiday where the weather is a bit warmer. 

Powder 
This is honestly a step in my makeup routine that I never skip. Not only does it make your makeup last longer, but it gives such a great finishing effect. I've been using the Benefit Hello Flawless powder and it's an everyday necessity for me now. It always smooths my makeup nicely and even makes it look more natural.

Eyeliner Pencil
I have had one of these in my makeup bag since I was in high school and it's still something I reach for everyday. Even if I'm not wearing any foundation I will still use it to give my eyes some definition, especially since I wear glasses everyday too. I'm not the best at liquid liner yet, so this an easier and faster option when I need it.

Tinted Lip Balm
For those busy days when I don't want to commit to a lipstick, but still need some color. I almost always have one of these with me when I go out. While you can't go wrong with Maybelline, I have to say that the Fresh Sugar tinted lip treatments are the best I have ever used. They're super moisturizing and leave a really lovely color. I pick one up in Sephora every time I visit the US, and they are most definitely worth the money.

What makeup items can you not go without? 

Steph x.