Laura M: My Top Six Make-Up Faves that I cannot live without...

If I were stranded on a desert island, the following products would be lathered on my face 24/7.  I have tried and used and swear by these "miracle workers". All of them can be found at Sephora, Nordstrom, and most Ulta stores nationwide.  


#1-TOUCHE ÉCLAT - Radiant Touch, Yves Saint Laurent $40

...Two pumps to instant highlighting. I use it right below my eyebrows to create a subtle life effect.  Its so sheer and adds just the right light.

#2 - NARS Nail Polish in Orgasm, $18

It is on my fingernails right now!!!!! This shade is availiable in most of the Nars product line. I also have the Super Illuminator in Super Orgasm and add a dab to my Dior foundation.  

#3 - Dior Rouge Lipcolor in Shade #475, Pink Caprice $32

A color that I have worn religiously since 2009. Its so on trend this season and looks stunning.  I make sure my lips are exfoliated and moisturized before I apply so the color shines. This is one of two shades I constantly wore while deployed the Afghanistan last year, the smell reminds me of powerful woman ready to play!

#4 - Dior Addict Lipstick, Shade #762, Paris $30

This beautiful, sheer pink is actually the replacement shade for #454 Dior Show, which was discontinued last year sadly.  Its a bit deeper that my previous fave but a STAPLE in my makeup bag. I ALWAYS have this one with me and I went thru 3 sticks during that same deployment to Afghanistan.  I used it so much that when a package arrived from Nordstrom or Beauty.com - the guys just hand delivered it to me wherever I was that day.  

#5 - Too Faced Tinted Beauty Balm SPF 20, Beach Glow $32

This product is new in my arsenal but already a cant-live-without.  BB Creams are sweeping the United States after their popularity arose in Japan. They are a few step above a classic tinted moisturiser and an amazing product. It feels so light on my skin and gives great coverage. I use this on my 'off' days. 

#6 - Benefit's They're Real! Lengthening Mascara $22

Just. Go. Buy. It.  TRUST ME.

There are so many products that I love and adore but these are just a few of the most important ones that I am sharing with you.  The next time you are at a Sephora or Nordstrom, ask for a sample. Take it home and try it, all of the products will work on most skin tones.  

XOXO Laura