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June 9, 2012

# Beauty Update

My makeup routine was getting a little tired so I did an overhaul of all the products that were no longer working for me. I like to focus on my skin and these are the products I’m loving the most right now.
*Face & Body from MAC: This has very light coverage, it’s almost like a tinted moisteriser. After years of using a particular shade I’ve recently gone one shade darker (C4) as living in LA has warmed up my skin slightly.
*Skin Illuminator from No. 7: I use this on my cheek bones for a dewy finish.
*Perfect Lumiere from Chanel: Gives medium coverage and a flawless, velvet finish. I use this with the ‘Face & Body’ for a heavier more polished evening look.
*Invisible Loose Setting Powder from Laura Mercier: Don’t let the white shade of the powder put you off. This truly is invisible. I use it on my t zone to prevent shine.
*Vitalumiere Aqua Compact from Chanel: Creamy full coverage. I use this instead of concealer (which always looks chalky against my skin) and take it out with me for touch ups. It’s really beautiful packaging.
*Sheer Concealer from Burberry: I wouldn’t really class this as a concealer. It works in the same way as the YSL ‘touche eclat’ but has a much better tone and texture for my skin. It’s a lovely light weight formula perfect for correcting under eye darkness.
*Mineralize Skin Finish from MAC: This works as a highlighter and is an alternative to the No.7 illuminator. I alternate between the two depending on the look I’m going for.
I get a lot of questions about which fragrance I use. I love the ones from Frederic Malle and my latest one ‘Une Rose’ was bought with my wedding day in mind. It’s the ultimate rose scent. Rich and floral with just the right amount of sweetness. I also like to use ‘Lipstick Rose’ which has a more glamourous heady feel to it.
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1. I love it! says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:01 pm

   I love MAC products!
   xxx

2. FASHIONCONTAINER says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:16 pm

   Looks good 🙂

3. ♥ Cassandra (Backtofive) says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:18 pm

   I love mac's makeup!

   backtofive.blogspot.com

4. Asia S. says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:20 pm

   Nice post, thank you 🙂
   kisses :*

5. Lisa says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:21 pm

   I really want to try out the burberry concealer! As always Chanel's packaging is divine x

6. wikigirl says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:31 pm

   I love Laura Mercier products and haven't heard of the powder, I must pick some up when I'm next in the US. Thanks for the heads up 🙂

7. Mademoiselle Wanderer says

   June 9, 2012 at 2:33 pm

   wonderful recommendations, I really like Burberry Makeup and Frederic Malle makes such beautiful fragance compensitions

   *MlleWanderlust *

8. Rhea Dillon says

   June 9, 2012 at 3:00 pm

   Love mac and have always wanted to try Laura Mercier products

   xx
   leather-clouds.blogspot.com

9. helen at thelovecatsINC says

   June 9, 2012 at 3:07 pm

   great post!

   from helen at http://www.thelovecatsinc.com // @thelovecatsinc

10. Elo says

    June 9, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    Un buen pack, me quedaria con todo!!!

    Un beso, Maquillando sueños

11. Joline Melina says

    June 9, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    So glad you use similar products as I! I was using MAC Face & Body for a while then got bored of it. I've been eyeing the Chanel Lumiere ones for a while, got a sample and found it was chalky as well.

    Enjoy reading your blog and seeing this beauty update made me smile! Yay!!

    I'm a beauty blogger so seeing how you usually do fashion blog entries, I found this surprising and relevant!

    Much Love,
    Joline

    justplaindelirious.com

12. Dawn says

    June 9, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing! I might try the Chanel vitalumiere, I've heard so many good things about it!

13. C.A.R. says

    June 9, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    cool products 🙂

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14. milana2078 says

    June 9, 2012 at 4:53 pm

    Super!)

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15. Fashionably Geeked says

    June 9, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    I've always wanted to try a skin illuminator, but haven't really known which ones to buy. Might have to try yours out! I think we're almost the same shade 🙂

    http://fashionablygeeked.blogspot.com

16. Sara says

    June 9, 2012 at 5:17 pm

    wow looks like you use AMAZING products! i love the mineralize skin finish from mac 🙂

    http://sarassweetstyle.blogspot.com/

17. Ash says

    June 9, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    Great Products! 🙂

    http://glitterandgold-lovin.blogspot.com/

18. Katrine says

    June 9, 2012 at 5:46 pm

    Wow, i love this make up products you wear! Looks good! 🙂

19. betty says

    June 9, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    ahh soo many products ,,, all i use is foundation !! need to try out new stuff

20. Bea says

    June 9, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    Everyone loves the face and body foundation.
    x

21. malcziki says

    June 9, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    I love MAC products;)
    U Honey r so pretty u don't need any make-up:*

22. Elodie says

    June 9, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    MAC's Face and Body is one of my holy grail products! Although I have to say, I am tempted to try the Chanel Vitalumière Aqua, purely because of the packaging.

    -Elodie x
    http://www.elle-yeah.com

23. Laura says

    June 9, 2012 at 9:54 pm

    Great to see what you use 🙂

24. Maddi3 says

    June 9, 2012 at 9:55 pm

    Gah I keep wanting to try face and body as an alternative to a tinted moisturizer…!

25. Rianna Phillips says

    June 9, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    I freakin well love that mineralise range by mac, it's perfect for my skin and looks so fresh and simple.

    Very pretty make up bag

    Rianna xxx

26. FashionFreak/Mihaela says

    June 10, 2012 at 12:03 am

    great post.

    polka dot converse♥mfashionfreak

27. GirlieBlogger@Beauty Fashion Blog Seattle says

    June 10, 2012 at 3:07 am

    I want to try the illuminator from No.7. Love a dewy look.
    Seattle Beauty Fashion Blog

28. Shana says

    June 10, 2012 at 5:37 am

    I might actually go buy that Mac product. I hate heavy products so thank you 🙂
    http://pinkafternoon.blogspot.com/

29. Kelly Dillon says

    June 10, 2012 at 7:48 am

    looove skin illuminator no 7…it's in my daily routine too 🙂

    http://www.kellydillon.com

30. me and you says

    June 10, 2012 at 10:57 am

    I love mac's products! A.

31. Mira says

    June 10, 2012 at 11:36 am

    I love Mac`s Face and Body. Thanks for sharing your make uo routine with us 😀
    xo
    glamDevils

32. No Right And Wrong says

    June 10, 2012 at 11:40 am

    May need to try this!
    Your skin always looks flawless
    http://nowrongorright.blogspot.co.uk/
    S xx

33. Nastia says

    June 10, 2012 at 12:06 pm

    great post! lovely blog!! 🙂
    thank you for sweet comment on my blog.
    we can follow each other if you want?
    i would be very happy.
    i follow you now.

    Kisses,
    Nastia
    http://nastiadi.blogspot.com/

34. kim bim says

    June 10, 2012 at 2:13 pm

    i love mac too. i have just started with their blusher, sure it suits me.
    i love ur blog.
    am a new follower. 🙂
    i hope u come visit mii too 🙂
    http://rock4less.blogspot.co.uk

35. Amanda says

    June 10, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    Thanks for sharing, your skin always looks glowing xx

    amandacmoss.blogspot.co.uk

36. Tian says

    June 10, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    Great post, I really like your blog!

37. Marta says

    June 10, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    My first comment to you ever.
    Ashley you are such a cutie, your make up choices just make sence, how do I say it? you keep it to the pretty basics without getting carried away, and believe me these days with all the stuff outhere, it is very easy to become overwhelmed with too many products in your drawer, most products that probably you end up throwing out.
    thanks for your simplicity in make up, being an actress and all.
    Love you in revenge, keep it up.

    All the best,
    Marta from Spain

38. Nuha says

    June 10, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    I love hearing about other girls beauty routines. I hear a lot of people rave about laura mercier products. I'll have to add it to my list of things to try 🙂

    p.s. hope you're enjoying london my love!

39. octoberchic.com says

    June 10, 2012 at 3:23 pm

    Really happy to know your beauty routine. I love the Chanel and Laura Mercier products.

    octoberchic.com

40. Pernilla says

    June 10, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    I just have to say, I LOVE YOU IN REVENGE!!! And you are ridiculously beautiful! Love from Sweden 😀

41. Eva says

    June 10, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    Love that article! I never used Chanel products but your introduction is very convincing me to try them! I love M.A.C though 🙂
    xxx

42. kireimakeup.com says

    June 11, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    I would love to find that no 7 illuminator! can't seem to find that in canada…

43. Shirley says

    June 11, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    I've been longing to know what your fave makeup brands are! Loved this post! Oh And Face & Body's a dream isn't it!! So light and natural! Definitely checking out the No7 Illuminator! 🙂

    xxx

44. Katja says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:46 am

    love your cosmetics :)!

    http://vivalavida-fashion.blogspot.com

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    June 28, 2012 at 6:46 pm

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47. ellie B says

    July 1, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    I have Skin Illuminator, but never thought of using it over my foundation. Such a good idea!
    Love you in Revenge 🙂

    e x

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