THE BEST MAKEUP FOR AN OILY FREE DAY

I decided to write this blog because I think I have finally found my holy grail products for an oily free skin during the day.

I used to hate the fact that my makeup would always separate and id becomes an oily mess by sometimes even 10 am, I tried different things such as changing my skincare up (sometimes can be the reason for having oily skin) change makeup try every single foundation that could possibly work for my oily skin drugstore and high end.

These products are based on what has begun to work well with my skin, yes, it make be different to yours, but theses are just some things that might be worth a try, sadly all theses have been tested and trialed in winter so hopefully they can still make it through the 40 degree months.

I'll start with the base or primer it took me a while to actually find a primer worth having, as most of the ones had before didn't really do anything amazing or not anything different -have  tired MAC skin visage and mostly everyone's holy grail HOURGLASS mineral veil sadly just kept plowing thought tiny bottles of that stuff that wasn't really giving me the result I wanted, anyway, I would have to say the two best primers I have tried would have to be SMASHBOX photo finish LIGHT primer - this primer is really great for oily skin it seems to just glide and keep everything in place. My holy grail for sure would DERMALOGICA - skinperfect primer - I've never been the one for velvety silicone primers but this one doesn't seem to break me out and actually works with my skin to create a an amazing base I love that has a little tint to it so it can be worn alone sadly not brave enough for that yet!

Foundation's can be tricky to pick I've heard of so many that are oil free and stay all day and blah blah but just don't live up to the hype. Obviously I tend to go for a full coverage thick long lasting matte foundation because I feel theses last longer with my oily skin and I suppose it's just what Iam used to now. 

Foundations there's probably two or three that have made the cut, MAKEUP FOREVER MATT VELVET Foundation the only reason wouldn't say this is in my top two would because 1 is really expensive and hard to get in Australia and 2 colors are a bit iffy for me personally other then that it is definitely VERY full coverage and lasts quite a while next one is REVLON COLORSTAY always end up going back to this little gem, has a great holding power for a drugstore foundation and it's really amazing worth checking out if on a budget my holy grail would have to be ESTÉE LAUDER - DOUBLEWEAR LIGHT 

I've just recently rediscovered this amazing foundation and it's the perfect canvas for my face I love it so much it's pretty everything I need in a foundation BUT the lightest color can look quite dark on me :( which sucks but only cause Iam so pale

If there was one thing I was going to say go buy ASAP! It definitely would be this MAC BLOT POWDER  nothing compares this amazing powder pretty much a life saver I recommend before going out and buying a whole new foundation primer so on.. Definitely need to try this first it may the answer to your prayers. I just can't explain how amazing this powder is it has amazing staying powder over any tinted moisturizer or other foundations. 

This product usually lasts me around 3 months, so really worth the splurge I feel! 

Setting sprays are an added extra I personally have started always spraying URBAN DECAY - DESLICK finishing spray, it's just another thing to go on my face really but I feel whilst also helping this the staying powder and maybe a little bit of the oily side it helps not make my face to matte or cakey looking make it more natural even though it's far from it haha.

MY FAVES FOR OILY/COMBO - SKINCARE & MAKEUP

After Posting Numerous pictures on instagram of my fave products I have found for oily and combo skin And getting a few requests I decided to write a post on what I like to use on my oily skin.

Skincare 

(I have only been using these current products for a short time, so theses are just my reviews on how I've seen results as of now)

The good thing about Dermalogica is its recommended from beauty therapist  all over the world, the price can't doubt people on theses products, but I always say that you get what you paid for.

Dermalogica Medibac Cleansing Face wash: I've been using this for a couple of weeks, and I can see my skin texture is already changing my acne is also shrinking and currently only have hormonal breakouts which can't be helped.
It has an unusual but nice smell to it sort of smells like aloe Vera mixed with something else ha-ha can't quite put my finger on it! It lathers up quite well and also when using my Clarisonic. It hasn't Stripped my skin or anything from being too strong BUT I did buy the active moist, which is a light moisturizer purpose for oily skin.

Dermalogica Active Moist: Again been only using this for a couple of weeks, tend to only wear it at night or if not wearing any makeup. Dermalogica recommends this for people who are on the oilier side as it soaks up oil but is oil-free.
When applying this I only use the Tiniest bit ever! And apply all over my face, it soaks in so well and doesn't even feel like you have applied any, it doesn't leave your skin, oily like most moisturizers do, even if they say their oil free and don't cause more "oil" Haven't tried, but if you're very oily they also have one called oil control lotion - Dermalogica: 'An oil-free, feather-light lotion to help hydrate while reducing shine. Non-greasy formula soothes irritated skin and helps eliminate congestion while preventing future breakouts. Microspheres help absorb oil on the skin's surface, leaving skin with an all-day matte finish. Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors.' But I also think that they would be more suited for someone during the day not at night, this one is light enough for wearing under makeup I feel.

Dermalogica Overnight Clearing Gel: This clearing gel, is one of the best I've treated I feel it helps with Preventing and getting rid of present pimples, not much I can say about this product as of yet, but I'll still continue to use it. Dermalogica says: 'An overnight treatment that helps clear skin, calm inflammation and prevent future breakouts by reducing excess sebum, removing impaction plugs and eliminating bacteria that contribute to congestion. Contains no artificial fragrance or color'

Makeup

Primer- Smashbox Photo finish Light + Blemish Control: When using the Smashbox photo finish Blemish control it is best to use with another primer otherwise if used on whole face I was advised it can cause your face to become very dry as it has acne preventing ingredients.

Foundations - I'am still looking for the perfect foundation for my skin type but I do prefer a matte and stay long foundation - For some reason I always end up back at Revlon colorstay, I do also like MAC studio fix and Makeup forever Matte Foundation and Estee Lauder Double wear Light.

Powder- MAC Blot Pressed Powder: I don't know why this powder is not talked about more it has done amazing things for my skin, I don't even have to worry about if I have oiliness coming through, and the fact that it lasts all day is amazing! And if I do have natural oils slightly appearing I don't mind because it look like my skin is just really healthy.


There possibly could be a part 2 of this blog post so stay tune!

FIRST IMPRESSION - MAC BLOT POWDER PRESSED

Today I'am first impression-ing the blot powder pressed by MAC

First of all, I've been wanting to try this blot powder for ages! But just thought it was a gimmick as most company's have powders that say that there shine proof and keep oil at bay and which stay on for hours.

BUT this product is so different it actually does keep your makeup on all day MAC claims that it is a  'unique pressed powder designed primarily to provide shine control without adding any noticeable colour or texture. Sets foundation, finishes faces. For use in professional situations and for frequent touch-ups. Blot Powder contains Mica and Silica to absorb excess oils and reduce shine on the skin's surface'. One thing I'am scared about is the mica and silica praying that theses don't break me out.

Source: Google

I applied this over my colorstay foundation at 8:30am, I can see myself using this product quite quickly as I don't know how much I'am applying because it's more like a trancluet powder than anything like a mineralized skinfinish natural.

Through out the day (I'am a hairdresser) at work, I would check my makeup making sure it was still in place and it was! Once I got home 5:30pm I looked again, normally by this time whilst wearing Mineralise skinfinish my nose would be oily as, but today it was defiantly there was literally NO OIL! At around 6:30 I checked again as I was going out, I decided to reapply at this stage, slight oil was coming through could have gone with out re-applying but I did.

Once thing I did notice when coming home 9:30 there was still no oil, but did look a little cakey on the face. I'am Really excited to use this on my 12 hour shift see how it holds up!

OVERALL: This product doesn't get the hype it deserves, this could seriously be my new holy grail, but I'am gonna give a couple weeks and give another review.

Wednesday Weekly Wishlist #4 - TRAVEL EDITION

If you Follow me on instagram hint go follow me, you would know that in November my boyfriend and I are off to Bali for my birthday Yaya, now ive never been to Bali but I know that most of the time its very hot and humid so I'am going to try and take minimal make up as possible.

Below are some products which are available in travel size, which I'am still deciding on which of the following I want to purchase but here are some ideas.

I'am planning on getting a tan before I go, Basically because I don't want to arrive in Bali white or pale as. But because when fake tanning my face fades quicker than my body so I'am hoping that when applying bronzer creme or tanner will help stop that, once again, not to sure on which is going be suitable for what I want.

Love this bronze so much, but because the full size is quite bulky the travel size should be great!

I haven't tried this Mascara before, but it's between this one or Too faced better than sex because that also comes in a travel size, but we shall have to see which is better, also thinking about buying maybe a waterproof one or wearing clear gel.

Really undecided about if I'am going to take I'am looking for a matte coverage and something that keeps the oil at bay, so I'am deciding on a BB cream, tinted moisturizer (I feel the Estee lauder, is an inbetween of a foundation and tint moisturizer)

Face wipes is a must a think because its going to be oily and theses will be good to help tone my skin and keep it fresh also.

Love this foundation primer, so I'am so relieved it came in a cute travel size, so defies purchasing this

Also think that blotting powder is a must for the holiday haven't tried one before so I'am excited to see how it goes, hopefully keep my makeup on all day.

Some travel products are on their way so I'am excited about that and give you a haul