I love watching videos and reading posts by other bloggers and YouTubers, where I get to see what they keep in their makeup bags. ย It’s like snooping around someone’s handbag and seeing what makeup they deem good enough to keep close to them at all times!
I change the contents of my little makeup bag quite often – not daily, as nobody got time for that, but every few days or so I’ll change up a lipstick or a blush. ย Basically though, the items stay the same, it’s just a colour that gets changed.
Now keep in mind – none of these products are going to look perfect or brand spanking new as they’re kept in my makeup bag a great deal of the time, so there’s a little wear and tear on them. ย I like to think of it as smile lines on my goodies, it shows they’re well loved and used often ๐
Typo pencil case – similar HERE
Yes this is technically a pencil case, but I use it as my makeup bag! ย I love the pretty glitter and it fits everything I need in it nicely. ย This one is looking a little worn on the edges though so it’s probably time for a new one. ย Typo here I come!
I’ve been enjoying these blotting papers (despite the huge spelling error on the packaging). ย I wish I could find blotting sheets in a plastic case rather, as any cardboard ones look lovely when you buy them, but end up looking so tatty.
I must admit, I prefer the Essence All About Matt! Oil Control Paper, as they’re not so powdery feeling, but they hadn’t had any in stock for ages. ย I’ve seen they’re now a permanent item though so I’m really happy about that.
Catrice Liquid Camouflage High Coverage Waterproof Concealer in 020 Light Beige
Great concealer that’s super easy to blend out? ย Here it is! ย Fantastic coverage and it’s waterproof too. ย Only problem is it’s hardly ever in stock, so when it is I grab two.
Revlon Colorstay Two-Way Powder Foundation in 115 Buff (similar HERE)
I bought this as it was on the sale shelf at Dischem – cheaper than the regular Revlon powders too. ย It’s not quite the right colour for me, but it does the job and lasts well. ย I probably wouldn’t repurchase it, though that’s not a problem as I don’t think this shade is in stock anymore anyway!
Milani Baked Powder Blush in Luminoso
Super gorgeous and flattering blush. ย It looks quite orangey in the pan, but once it’s blended in, it gives you a glow and blush all in one, and even contours your cheeks slightly. ย It’s a great all in one product to keep on hand, so this is usually the blush that I’ll keep in my makeup bag.
Soap & Glory Sexy Mother Pucker Extreme Plump XL gloss
My mom grabbed this for me when she was in Dublin a while back, and while I wasn’t much of a gloss fan then, I’ve really grown to love this. ย It gives a fizzing and buzzing feeling to your lips, and they really do look plumper. ย You can see that this lives in my handbag or makeup bag.
Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil
My lovely friend Camilla from Jane Wonder bought me this as a gift for my wedding skincare prep. ย It’s so nourishing on the lips and feels lovely to apply. ย I actually wear it as a gloss during the day if I don’t have a mirror on my to touch up lipstick. ย Smells like sweeties too!
Lancรดme L’absolu Rouge Lipstick mini in 06 Rose Nu
On a very recent trip to Gateway, my mom, best friend and I got sucked into the Lancรดme counter. ย Mom ended up buying a mascara from them that came with this lipstick. ย It isn’t really a shade she’d wear, so she gave it to me knowing I’d put it to better use. ย Really pretty, rosy nude colour.
I’ve posted about this baby already. ย The most perfect shade of nude in a glossy, creamy formula. ย Perfect shade to just keep in my makeup bag for touch ups. ย All hail Fleur de Force!
Here are some swatches of the colour products for you: –

Do you own any of these products? ย What is your one makeup bag staple?
the concealers seems a good products for the price! I might give it a try!
It’s fabulous and better than some much more expensive concealers too! x
Looove this post! I need to do one too ๐ So happy you’re happy with the Clarins Lip Oil xxx
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