What's In My Makeup Bag: Christmas 2013

Cold winter weather is so harsh on my skin, so it's hard to find makeup that not only looks good, but also moisturizes and protects. Here's what I'll be wearing Christmas 2013: 

Studio Gear CC Cream 

Studio Gear Holiday Smoky Eye Palette 

Make Up For Ever Mist & Fix 

Sephora MicroSmooth powder 

Benefit Bad Gal Lash mascara 

Benefit Watt's Up! highlighter 

Smashbox Photo Ready foundation primer 

Both of the Studio Gear products, which I love, have been gifted in exchange for a review, FYI.  

I don't have anything special planned for the holidays. Gary and I would prefer not to celebrate, really. So we're keeping it low-key. And I intend to create a less dramatic smoky eye (think black and gold shimmer) this year. Plus my usual skin products- perfection! 

Are you doing anything for the holidays? And what makeup will you be wearing? 

Review: Sephora MicroSmooth Face Powder

I would have to say that Sephora MicroSmooth face powder in 05 porcelain is the most valuable item in my makeup bag.

It is a full coverage powder that stays put, and keeps everything else (foundation, tinted moisturizer, concealer, etc) in place all day long, even under harsh stage lighting, heat, humidity, etc. And it looks very natural. I love it!

It's $22 at Sephora, and worth every penny. It is by far the most needed and flexible item in my makeup arsenal. I swear by this stuff- it always lasts through my rigorous testing, and will definitely work wonders for anyone else.

Rating: 9.5/10