As I’ve been simplifying my wardrobe and life over the past year or two, that mentality has naturally spilled over into my beauty routine. Lately, I’ve been trying to master a “No Make-Up Make-Up” look and paring down my daily routine, both in length of time required and number of products used. I’ve managed to trim it down to the products shown below, and am generally done in five minutes flat in the mornings. Scroll down to read about my favourites, and enter the Sephora giveaway below!
This CC Cream has taken the place of every other foundation or tinted moisturizer I’ve tried. It’s a little daunting since it comes out of the tube green, but it blends in perfectly and gives just enough coverage while remaining natural. It also has SPF and has seemingly evened out and calmed my skin, which are obviously welcomed side-effects.
I have the worst under eye circles and this stuff works wonders. I’m usually open to trying different brands and varieties of any given product, but this concealer is something that I will probably use forever. I finally understand what people mean when they say that something is their “hg”!
I don’t use this every day, but this palette is great for days when I want my eyes to pop a little bit more. The colour on the bottom left is a great base to brighten eyes, and I use the darker brown to add depth.
I love a good cat-eye since there are so many variations and differing intensities you can do depending on mood. This gel liner is the best for creating a rich, saturated line that doesn’t budge over the course of the day.
I’ve fallen in love with cheek tints thanks this product – I was initially a little bit intimidated by the shocking density of colour, but it blends in so naturally and finishes off a natural look with a subtle splash of colour.
All products in this post are available at Sephora. In honour of their Robson Street flagship opening, Sephora is also giving away a $50 gift card and complimentary make up session at the new store (opening Friday) to a lucky Vancouverite reader. To enter, simply leave a comment on this post along with your email address so we can reach you if you win! Giveaway closes at 11:59pm PST on October 31st.
The winner of this giveaway is Angela. Congratulations!
Eyeshadow Palette | CC Cream | Concealer | Brush-On Highlighter | Mascara Base | Mascara | Cheek Tint | Lip Balm | Brow Gel | Gel Eye Liner | Brushes
Photos by Brian Chan
Jen says
Looks fantastic – would love to try the concealer!
Jeannie says
I really need tips on how to do a good cat eye! I’m totally jealous of how well your cat eye looks!! Love shopping at Sephora!
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T. says
Nice everyday makeup look! And great contest. I hope I win!
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Holly says
Love how nice and effortless it looks!
khaterina says
I also love the bobbi brown gel eyeliner!
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Queenie says
That cheek tint is intriguing!
No more red lipstick? That look stunning on you!
Jill says
Love this look on you! So gorgeous.
Lauren says
Love all these products! Super excited to see the gorgeous 2 story Robson store on Friday (plus free umbrellas with purchase is a plus!).
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Sarah Winton says
I love the simplicity of this look. Lovely.
phuong says
yay! i also love a good cat eye!
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Bons says
Love your natural make-up look. I could use some make-up tips from Sephora!
Elizabeth says
Amazing color pallet.
Bogi @RedReticule says
I love your “less is more” approach. So important this world trends and “deals”.
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Tiffany says
I like shopping at sephora. It has everything I need for skincare and makeup
Sylvia says
I want to win this for my best friend!
Gene says
I would love to try the Stila CC cream too! in need of a new tinted moisturizer! <3
Michelle says
Great everyday makeup! 🙂
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vanessa r says
stila products are the bomb! interested to try that green cc cream!
Annie Yang says
My routine is pretty simple as well as it only consists of eyeliner, mascara, foundation, and lip colour but I need to figure how to do all of it faster! What’s your secret in doing it all under 5 min?
Victoria says
loving your no-make up make up look! totally going to try that concealer 🙂
Sharon says
Great look! Love it!
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Kat says
Love all these products and the natural look it gives! Looks fantastic. Can’t wait to try these out.
Angela says
So excited about the sephora on robson street! Would love to win!
Loving all your pictures, they are so professional and gorgeous.
Terry says
I’ve been always afraid of cheek tints, but you’ve got me sold! I’m definitely going to try it out!
Nicole says
Would love to win – in need of a serious makeup up-date (or pare-down) these days!
Helen Kim says
Wow. Love that all this can be done in five minutes. As a new mama trying to find products and a routine that will leave me looking refreshed (hide the fact I’ve had few hours of cconsecutive sleep…a luxury for mamas ha!) and requires little time to execute! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Shae says
I love Benefit’s Gimme Brow eyebrow gel, as well as Fresh’s Sugar Lip Treatment. Two products I wouldn’t want to live without! This is also an ideal no-makeup makeup look, and you look gorgeous!
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Kate Peers says
I just stumbled on to this and your blog is amazing! New Follower!
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Rebecca says
Would love to win!
Elaine says
I’d love to win! Thanks for holding this contest! #SephoraRobson #Awesome
Sarah says
Oh I love seeing tips on good concealers, definitely in the market for a new one! Would love to be considered for the prize, super excited about the new Sephora opening this Friday!
Angela Wong says
Looking forward to.checking out the new store.downtown!
Eva says
Love the products!
Joy says
Love the look!! 🙂
Lucille says
You look stunning!
Can’t wait to check out the new store
Jessica says
Love your ‘no make-up make-up’ look, so natural and fresh
Putri says
Love the tips!
Mimi says
Can’t wait for the Robson location to
open! Love your no makeup look
Leah says
Love your beauty routine! I’d love to try out the CC cream!
Elaine says
Hi Jen. You look beautiful! (As always!).
jenn says
can’t wait to get inside the new sephora – from the few photos I’ve seen its sure to be amazing!!
Joyce says
Great idea a go-to simple makeup routine. I have, what seems to be a mini-sephora and half the time is wasted trying to get my products together for my day. Perhaps, I should create a simple routine that can fit into a cosmetics pouch to cut back on time.
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Jessica says
Love the no make-up make-up look. With dark lips, it goes from day to night !
Meg says
I am intrigued by this concealer. Must try it out!
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Janet says
What a beautiful look for the fall! Thanks Jen for sharing your favorite products.
susanne says
wonderful make up and your sweet pastel shirt is so lovely!
Emily says
love the simplicity of this look.
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Jocelyn C says
This is a nice neutral everyday look 🙂 Thanks for this lovely contest!
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sara says
You look stunning! Would love to win these no makeup makeup essentials. 🙂
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Kai says
Love this no-make up make up look! 🙂
Eea Petrescu says
Great makeup products.
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