When it comes to beauty I'm an huge makeup lover. Whether it's a Tom Ford lipstick in a new shade, a makeup palette with the most beautiful eyeshadows ever or the amazing package of a new blush, I'm in.
But when it comes to wearing makeup, I always like to look natural. Yes, I like a good red lip every now and then (who doesn't?). But foundation and complexion wise I'd like to keep things simple with a healthy glow. How? Well, all you need is the right shade and formula and you're good to go.


Here are my go to products for the no makeup makeup face (from left to right):
- In need of an even skin tone in a minute? This round Benefit Get Even compact is what you want. I've used the colour 03 for years. And while writing this blogpost I realized I haven't been using it for a while, and really don't know why, because it's just so good. It's a 'blot away shine & discoloration face powder', with a soft silky and creamy texture. Really different compare to other powders. And worth trying. Really.

- The oh so lovely Soleil Tan De Chanel Moisturizing Bronzing Powder in 62 Terre Epice, wow! I have to admit I bought this product simply because I liked the packaging so much (fyi: this is what makeup lovers do). I loved the black and chic looking Chanel compact, and picked a colour I thought would be 'ok'. I was afraid of using it for such a long time (fyi: this is also what makeup lovers do, buying expensive products and then afraid of using it). But when I finally did, the powder felt so light and natural, I just had to use it more often. To me this is perfect during the end of the day for touch ups, since it adds the right amount shimmer. So perfect for a night out drinking a cocktail (or two).

- The Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 8.5 is the first expensive foundation I ever bought. And I have no regrets since. This stuff is really, really good. The silky texture is nothing like similar products I tried before. After application you need some blending, but it will turn out really natural. The result always looks like the skin you've always wanted. Sounds perfect? Well, that's because it is.

- My go to everyday foundation these days is by No7, called the Stay Perfect (in Deeply Honey). This Superlight Foundation with SPF 15 is my drugstore alternative for the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk option mentioned above. Te texture feels more 'watery' then silky, but still does the job in a no makeup way. And it's what I want: a flawless complexion with a barely there feel. After applying this Drugstore favorite I always use a powder.

- And my current favorite won't be a surprise: Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Powder with SPF 15 in No60. This is already my second one, and it won't be my last, I'm sure. I've talked about this product before, so you already know how much I love it. Besides the fact that it's very easy to apply, it just does something to my skin I can't describe. It takes away shine where I don't want it, but adds sheer where I really need it. Know what I mean? During summer, (my skin always looks better in July, don't know why), I only need a little of this scented powder on my nose and chin, and I'm good to go.

- Under eye problems are easy to fix with this Creamy Bobbi Brown Concealer (in Honey and Pale Yellow), plus a Sheer Finish Pressed Powder. The creamy texture is really amazing, so the products sink in right away. A travel friendly compact that I can really recommend to have in your travel makeup bag. The compact contains a mini mirror, so perfect for touch ups during a day when you feel like you could use a nap. (And yes, sometimes this is everyday).

My products change, but when looking natural I can't go without some concealer and a good healthy powder. It just makes my face look more like me: natural (with a little bit of makeup help that is).

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