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Weekday Face of the Day (FOTD)

Thursday, 18 June 2015

Makeup on a dressing table


After tidying my makeup collection and getting rid of all the things that were rarely / never used, I now have a selection of products that work together.   

Makeup tends to be neutral, natural flush, matte finishes with the occasional bit of shimmer and some lip gloss.  (Despite what I said here).

I'm more careful about what I buy and try not to waste anything.  Nothing new has been purchased in months.  

  • Needs.  Work out what you use on a daily basis.  (It's less than you think).
  • Suitability.  Assess your natural skin and hair colour.  Buy products that work with that not against it.
  • Ingredients.  Learn what ingredients work for you and what doesn't.  (Silicone in hair products makes my hair stick together in clumps.  Not a good look).  
  • Simplify.  Create a simple routine for every day that can be ramped up for evenings out.   
  • Budget.  Give yourself a limit and stick to it.  Having a budget and a simple routine helps prevent waste.  
  • Save or splurge.  Decide which products are worth spending more on and which aren't.  
  • Organise.  Keep your stash tidy so you can find things easily.  

A typical face of the weekday day (aka FOTD) consists of foundation, concealer, pressed powder, blush, eye shadow, brow product, mascara, eye pencil (maybe) and a lip product.

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  1. Anonymous18 June 2015 at 12:59

    A good plan. Not necessary for me. I only can be bothered with eyeliner and mascara. Those are replaced when they run out every 4 months or so. Foundation scares me. I grew up surrounded by orange-faced women and it really put me off. Plus here it would slide down my face in a sweaty puddle in about ten minutes.

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    1. Tubbs18 June 2015 at 20:11

      Foundation used to scare me for the same reason! Who wants to look orange?! Thank you for commenting

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  2. Anonymous18 June 2015 at 21:24

    I really need to upgrade my make up...I tend to run along using different products and I can't say anything is amazing!! Or maybe I just need to work on my make up skills. I def. want to try benefit stuff, I've only heard good things. Thanks for linking up to #happyquacks

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    1. Tubbs19 June 2015 at 13:08

      Thank you for hosting. Love the duck picture

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  3. Unknown19 June 2015 at 09:22

    Great post! I love seeing what makeup people wear.

    Sophie
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    www.pocockins.co.uk

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    1. Tubbs19 June 2015 at 13:08

      Thank you

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  4. Middle-aged Diva (Carol)19 June 2015 at 14:55

    I enjoyed this good advice. You never outgrow the love of makeup, that's for sure! I'm over from the linkup!

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    1. Tubbs19 June 2015 at 15:53

      Thank you for visiting and the lovely comment

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  5. Anonymous19 June 2015 at 17:34

    Great advice! I don't normally wear a lot of makeup, just concealer and mascara. But for some reason I have loads of makeup, most of it I've never even used. I should probably have a clear out soon.. #momsterslink

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    1. Tubbs22 June 2015 at 12:08

      Thank you for visiting and commenting. I'm off to check out your fantastic recipes!

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  6. Random Musings19 June 2015 at 23:36

    My daily make up consists of just lip balm, occasionally lip gloss and a bit of mascara. I like to wear a bit more for nights out though. I seem to own enough make up to start my own counter though lol #momsterlink
    Debbie
    www.myrandommusings.blogspot.com

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      I'm convinced it breeds! Thank you for commenting

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  7. Unknown20 June 2015 at 13:30

    Sounds like you have a great plan thanks for linking to the Binkylinky

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    1. Tubbs22 June 2015 at 12:09

      Thank you for hosting binkylinky and for commenting.

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  8. Unknown20 June 2015 at 18:54

    Oh my gosh, I'm laughing! This looks so sensible yet my makeup drawer is a complete jumble of products. Obviously, I need to think things through. Thanks for the motivating post and for joining us at #MidLifeLuv.
    Kimberly
    http://FiftyJewels.com

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      Thank you for hosting. See you next week.

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  9. Emily Twin Mummy and Daddy21 June 2015 at 19:26

    My make up bag is quite simple, but I think it could do with a revamp. Thanks for linking up to the #BinkyLinky

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    1. Tubbs22 June 2015 at 12:10

      Thank you for hosting and I hope you enjoyed Britmums

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  10. Unknown22 June 2015 at 00:16

    I agree that less is more and to stick with the products you love. I do however get a sample box every month from Boxy Charm and I have found some good products through that. Thanks for linking up with #momsterslink.

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      I love the idea of sample boxes, but haven't found a good one as yet. Thank you for hosting

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