Amazon has a Prime Day Deal on one of those things I would pay full price for (And sometimes do) but WAY prefer to get it on sale!
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation – $36.40 (Reg $50)
This is the one I’ve used since I was 20 – I highly recommend. I love this stuff!)
AND for days when you’ll be in the sun some:
If you need an amazing daily sunscreen – this Elta MD UV Clear Tinted Face Sunscreen is my go-to (recommended to me by my dermatologist). I use it every single day and I love it. This sunscreen is lightweight and leaves no residue so you can wear it under your normal makeup. It’s great for sensitive and even acne-prone skin, and it gives a dewy, sheer coverage with the light tint.
What’s in my Makeup Bag?
I get emails from folks all the time asking what’s in my makeup bag, so I thought I’d give you a quick peek! I’m by no means a genius at makeup, but I do have certain things I wear every single day. As a kid (starting around age eight and until I was in my twenties), I had terrible acne, so I’ve pretty much worn some type of makeup every day of my life to cover up my not-near-perfect skin. Thankfully my skin has finally settled down, but along the way I’ve found so many products I love!
For the record, this is JUST after putting my makeup on in the morning, and in real life if you ever see me I’m pretty sure I do not look like that! I have pretty oily skin even as I’m getting older and my makeup tends to wear down pretty quickly throughout the day.
I’ve noticed the Tarte – Shape Tape Stay Spray Vegan Setting Spray seems to be helping with that a bit though. (Also, BEST TIP for photographing? Head to a window and put the camera between you and the window so that you’re looking towards the daylight – this pic was taken in the morning at a Southern facing window. Always look towards the light when photographing, it helps! You’re welcome.) 🙂
I’ve now been wearing Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation for almost 20 years, and it’s hands down the most essential part of my makeup routine.
If you’re curious what I’ve used forever, take a peek!
- Lip Gloss – I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Revlon Lip Gloss and wear it every single day!
- Voluminous Mascara – this one is my absolute favorite!
- Coty Loose Powder
- NYX Eye Brow Pencil
- Urban Decay Naked Eye Shadow – this set goes on sale occasionally and lasts forever!
- Shany Eye Primer
What items do you have in your makeup bag that you absolutely love? Do you have any cosmetics you’d highly recommend? Leave a comment to share. I love hearing from you!








What color Ester Lauder do you use? Thanks!
PPP Team member Fran has very similar skin tones to Laurie and she wears 2C1 or 3C1 depending on the season. 🙂 I hope this helps.
I have another update Sherry! I just spoke with Laurie. She wears the Fresco color 10 months out of the year. In the summertime she will sometimes go to a darker shade if she gets too much sun. I hope this helps. 🙂