The right tools are worth their weight in gold. I invested in some Trish McEvoy and Stila brushes and it makes all the difference in the world. There's no point in spending 100's of $$$ on expensive makeup if you use cheap brushes -- you're not getting the most out of your products if you're using inferior tools to put them on.
My Routine:
Straight business mixed with lollygagging. Straight to it = 20 minutes. Lollygaggging = hours.
My Horror Story:
When I was younger, my aunt (who is in no way, shape, or form, a trained stylist) used to cut my hair. When I was in the 6th grade, you know, like, when you're going through your Mean Girl era, I had this horrible dorky short-ish haircut when everyone else had ponytails (and boobs).
My Celebrity Look-a-like:
Kathleen Turner, Kate Winslet and Sarah McLachlan. Seeing a pattern? Moonfaces. We all got big ol' moonfaces. Not big heads, just big faces. What can I say, I'm Scandinavian. We are not petite people, nor are our mugs.
Both the liquid and powder are amazing. They give great coverage without masking your skin's natural glow. You don't feel it on your face and your skin can breathe, and yet it looks flawless. Seriously, I think mineral makeup is the biggest breakthrough for women since the disposable pad.
GO BUY THIS RIGHT NOW!!! It is hands-down the best sunscreen known to mankind. It goes on like a really expensive, high-end moisturizer. It absorbs into your skin immediately, without any white streaks, greasiness, or chalkiness. It actually feels good on your skin.Here's what the manufacturer has to say:Passes Australian Testing for UVA1!Ideal for those with a history of Actinic Keratosis or skin cancer. Also ideal for those at a high risk of photodamage (i.e. fair skin, family history of skin cancer, those living in southern states or high altitudes, those taking or using medications which increase UV sensitivity).Rubproof, Sweatproof, Delivers Long-lasting hydration.UVA Photostable by Australian Standards.100% UVA Block by Australian Standards.Protection throughout the UVA1-11 spectrum. UVB Protection. Fragrance Free. PABA Free. GreaselessAnd as if all that's not enough, it's only $25 for 4 oz., which lasts me almost a year.