Friend Friday: Beauty Products

It's been quite a while since I participated in Friend Friday, so since I'm finished with the winter 30 for 30 (my remaining pics will be posted this weekend), I can refocus on answering Katy's great questions that always seem to be relevant to things that are running through my head at the moment. I've been spending time lately thinking about how I'd like to tweak my beauty routine, so these questions are very timely.  So, let's get down to my answers:

• What's your favorite drug store makeup product and your favorite higher-end product? First I'll list the main products I use on a regular basis: MAC Studio Finish Concealer, Bareminerals SPF 15 Foundation, Bobbi Brown Blush Stick, Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Bronzer, MAC Haute & Naughty Mascara, CO Bigelow lip gloss.  My favorite "drug store make-up product" is Almay liquid eyeliner.  It really applies quite nicely and lasts all day.  I occasionally put on MAC Prep+Prime before applying my make-up products, but I don't do this on a daily basis.  My favorite higher end product to indulge in on occasion is lip gloss.  Regardless of whether I am wearing full makeup or not an any given day, I am rarely without lip gloss.  These days when I want to splurge, I occasionally purchase Dior Addict lip gloss or MAC tinted lipglass which are a bit more pricey so I consider them to be "high-end." Though I love eye shadow, I rarely wear it unless I'm dressing up for a special occasion, but I've found some great colors at my local drug store and tend to stick with the Revlon brand when I purchase new colors. 

• Is there one type of product that is your go-to, can't live without? I don't mind buying inexpensive versions of most of my beauty products, but I really prefer to wear Bareminerals SPF 15 foundation and MAC Studio Finish concealer.  Once I find foundation/concealer that matches my skin tone, I tend to stick with it.  But since the season will be changing soon, I might look into options that better suit my summer complexion.
  
• What's the best hair product you've ever used? To be honest, I think I'm still on a "quest" to find the 'best' hair product for my hair, but I do really like the Shea Moisture line of hair products that can be purchased at my local Target. Their conditioners are very moisturizing which makes my hair softer and more manageable.  I also like some Aveda products such as the Aveda smooth infusion glossing straightener for when I flat iron my hair.

• Fess up, what's the worst beauty look you've tried to rock and look back at now with a little shame or apprehension that you actually did that? I admit, that I have worn some pretty dramatic eye shadow colors in the past that are cringe-worthy. I think the main reason why I stray away from eye shadow is because I'm not the best at applying it and eye shadow can look very odd when not applied correctly.
  
• When it comes to beauty products, we all use the same basic products. What do you use that helps show off your personal flare and personality? I haven't been doing so much this season, but I love to show my flair with nail polish color.  I love bright and bold colors and plan to try some of the great "Do-It-Yourself" manicures that I've seen on various blogs lately.

If you interested in participating in Fashion Beauty Friend Friday, visit Katy of Modly Chic for more details.  

What are your go-to beauty products?