Above: The bulk of my beauty products the past few days.
Happy weekend, lovelies! Between work and travel, this week has been an utter blur. Consequently, I have pared down my beauty routine the past couple of days, which has been a great time saver while I’ve been exploring Dallas. This brief post is dedicated to the key products I’ve been using, with a splash of style towards the end! The rainy day conditions yesterday were an amusing change, but I concede that I miss the glory of direct, natural sunlight, especially when capturing swatches ; 0
Kindly scroll on for more details and images of the product in action as well as the Bottom Line…
*Gucci Luxe Finishing Powder in 040…amazing texture, flawless finish and the quintessential amount of coverage. My new favorite…more on this formula soon.
*Chikuhodo GSN 4 Brush…luxurious Gray Squirrel and Goat for a ultra-soft experience…I love using this for blending blush and highlighter to a seamless finish. More on this brush line soon!
Above: The Gucci Luxe Finishing Powder in 040 (not 060 as it says in the swatches…oops!) is marvelous for NC 25 skin. Splendid packaging, effective brush…absolutely perfect in every way!
Above: Swatches in indoor lighting (please note, it was a rainy day!)
Above: Swatches by a window.
The following images reflect the products in action in various lighting situations…
Above: The By Terry Ombre Blackstar in Bronze Moon + Brown Perfection on the lids…once applied, this duo does not budge!
Above: With a flash.
Above: In front of a window.
Above: No flash.
Above: With a flash.
Above: The front face of the Joule Hotel in Dallas…the classic architecture is gorgeous.
Above: At the Neiman Marcus Flagship Store…but, of course!
Bottom Line: I hope you enjoyed this glimpse into my routine this week and would love to know what products you’ve been embracing as of late.
Good things ahead, including a beauty + skincare travel packing list, some new product procurements and even more foundation! As aforementioned, due to my current travels, I am working on responding to email and comments as quickly as my schedule allows ; )
Hope your weekend is off to a lovely start!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
** PRsamples provided for review denoted by an asterisk (the rest purchased by me), however, as always, all of my opinions are expressly and unequivocally my own.
I love this look on you and your hair looks amazing! I would love to see a post about your hair care – what products you use and any other tips for growing it so long.
Ditto re: hair routine, and I also have a newbie question…when using cream blushes (as I only use) are you able to blend with a natural hair brush? I mostly just use my fingers so was wondering about how well the natural hair brush would work to distribute the product…thanks!
Hair routine, duly noted ; ) With regards to your question, I generally apply cream blush with my fingers and then do a final buffing with a natural hair brush for a seamless finish!
Thank you, Anon! With regards to your question, my necklace is an antique and, as far as I know, one of a kind as it was a family estate piece that I procured in Arizona.
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Perfectly glowy skin. I need to try the Gucci Powder!
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Thank you, my friend…and yes you do!! ; )
XO,
–The Beauty Professor
I love this look on you and your hair looks amazing! I would love to see a post about your hair care – what products you use and any other tips for growing it so long.
Thank you, Nadja!
I have a haircare post in the works…much appreciation for your interest!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
Ditto re: hair routine, and I also have a newbie question…when using cream blushes (as I only use) are you able to blend with a natural hair brush? I mostly just use my fingers so was wondering about how well the natural hair brush would work to distribute the product…thanks!
Hair routine, duly noted ; ) With regards to your question, I generally apply cream blush with my fingers and then do a final buffing with a natural hair brush for a seamless finish!
I hope that helps…xx,
–The Beauty Professor
Great look, BP! Hope you ladies are having a fantastic time in Dallas!
Love,
Wendy
Thanks so much, WQ…we had a great, whirlwind of a time. Can't wait to hear what is new with you…hope your week is off to a lovely start, my friend.
XOXO,
–The Beauty Professor
the lip is gorgeous! I hope you had fun! xoxo
Thank you, Brooke!! We had an amazing trip ; )
xx and talk soon,
–The Beauty Professor
Perfect! Love the makeup, love the outfit! Can you tell me where you purchased the necklace? Love it!
Thank you, Anon! With regards to your question, my necklace is an antique and, as far as I know, one of a kind as it was a family estate piece that I procured in Arizona.
XO,
–The Beauty Professor
A foundation that lasts all day even in humid climate? I must find this one! 😉
Indeed…so very good! I highly recommend giving it a spin!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor