What's in My Gym Makeup Bag

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Most Loved 5 of November 2013

November, to me, was a month all about getting ready quickly and making my makeup last all day. Here are a few products that have helped me through the holiday shopping season, working in retail.

Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation in Cream Ivory
I love its full coverage because I can cover up lots of imperfections and be done with my base in less than 2 minutes. It feels very light on the skin because a little goes a long way. The consistency reminds me of BB creams. It feels like a thick whipped cream. It dries fairly fast so I have to work quickly with it. The finish is satin matte, which is similar to the texture of bare skin. I love that I don't have to set it with a powder, but if I want to, I still can without making my face look dry or cakey.
Cream Ivory is a little too light for me (MAC NC20/25) but the next shade is too dark. I mix it with my Bourjois BB Bronzing Primer.

NARS Blush/Bronzer Duo in Deep Throat & Laguna
This duo has been featured in a previous Most Loved and in Best Travel Makeup Products. I've also written a review for it. It's not a perfect product in terms of pigmentation and texture. The colors are not all that special, either. But it's great for being fool-proof and versatile. You just can't ever mess up your makeup with this duo, even if you try to!

Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel in Espresso
I bought this purely for quick makeup. At first I thought it did nothing for me since I already have pretty full brows. But then I started to like the subtle changes it brings. My brows look just a bit more groomed, a little darker and a bit more even. It's all done in seconds and will last till you take it off.

Josie Maran Coconut Watercolor Cheek Gelee in Getaway Red
I swatched it at Sephora and tried so hard to remove the stain but it didn't budge at all so I thought it would stain my cheeks terribly. But then I thought it would be great as a lip stain and that's what I've been using it for. It's feels light but not watery. It doesn't dry out my lips but it doesn't really moisture them, either. But it lasts very well on the lips. You can apply just a little for a natural look or layer it up for full on red lips. It's also great as a base under red lipsticks or lip glosses. I use a concealer or a lipstick brush to apply. Do not use your fingers! It will stain, I guarantee you.

Estee Lauder Nutritious Radiant Vitality 2-in-1 Foam Cleanser
After trying out cleansing milk, I decided to go back to foaming cleansers because my skin was feeling very clogged. This cleanser is great because it still makes your skin feel clean but it doesn't make it feel too dry. The foam is pretty thick and creamy. It rinses off very easily. It's scented and I can't describe it but it's pleasant.