Perfect Brush and Beauty Matches

I've build up a bit of a collection of make-up brushes, and there are a few brush-and-beauty-product partners which are truly a match made in heaven.  After reading a similar post on From Roses, I was inspired to write my own post all about my favourite brush and beauty product pairings.

Holiday Makeup

While I'm on holiday, I like to change up my makeup a bit.  I look for multi-purpose products to save on weight and I go for a generally lighter look.  These are the makeup products I couldn't get enough of during my week in Marbella.

Summer Lips and Cheeks

When it comes to beauty looks, summer is my favourite.  I am a sucker for anything peachy or coral, I love a pop of colour and I can't get enough of the lightweight, healthy, slightly tanned glow.  These are my favourite bits for lips and cheeks when the weather is warmer, and they'll be my go-to options when it comes to holiday packing.

All About That Base

Over the last year or so I have fallen for base make up.  For years I stuck to the same foundation, concealer and powder regardless of what I was doing, where I was going or how I was feeling, but lately that's all changed.

Beauty Review: Laura Mercier Mineral Powder Foundation

Laura Mercier Mineral Powder Foundation - £31.00

Although for the past two years or so I've been using liquid foundation, I am 100% a mineral powder girl.  Before I entered the blogosphere, I used the L'Oreal True Match Mineral Powder foundation religiously (with the gross scratchy brush which I hardly ever washed. ew).  You may have seen in my review of the Bare Minerals Matte foundation that I wanted something with a bit more coverage bit with a similar finish - well, I think I've found it.

Laura Mercier Second Skin Cheek Colour in Lush Nectarine

Laura Mercier Second Skin Cheek Colour in Lush Nectarine - £20.50

This blusher has been in the back of my mind for absolutely months, but I always put off a sneaky purchase because of the price - £20.50 for 3.5g?! Not something my student loan stretches to unfortunately!  When I saw this for much cheaper on a blog sale I snapped it up quickly and here it is - the perfect blusher.

This is a beautiful peach with a hint of pink and subtle shimmer throughout it.  I'm not usually a shimmery blush girl, always opting for a matte formula, but I actually really love this.  It adds a flush of colour to the cheeks without being over powering, and can be worn with almost any lipstick.  It's soft, pigmented, easily blendable and gorgeous, leaving a lovely wash of colour on my cheeks and will be perfect when spring comes around.

I enjoy wearing this blusher and have reached for it regularly lately, which is definitely a good sign!  Have you tried any of Laura Mercier's Second Skin Cheek Colours? Which shades do you recommend?