What’s In My Makeup Bag? Estee Lauder Is My FAVORITE (On Sale For Prime Day!)

Amazon has a Prime Day Deal on one of those things I normally would never pay for, but have tried a bunch of times when I’ve gotten it for free in my Estee Lauder free gift!

For Prime Day, snag Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair for over $30 off it’s regular price ~ it’s almost $90 everywhere (all the time, it never goes on sale!) but right now you save 30% at Amazon when you order it today.

I’ve tried it several times in the (small!) bottles it comes with as a free gift, but just splurged and ordered it for Prime Day (because it really is so hydrating!) Head on over HERE to check it out, and if you’ve used it leave a comment below to let me know what you think! Here are a few more Estee Lauder Prime Day Deals going on today:

• Estee Lauder Day Wear Protectant (this one never drops so low and the reviews are AMAZING!)
• Estee Lauder Double Wear Maximum Coverage (I haven’t tried this one yet but am so curious if it works?)
• Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation (this is the one I’ve used since I was 20 – not on sale today but I highly recommend. I love this stuff!)

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 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.

Recently, Tarte cosmetics sent some samples for me to try out, and after listening to Maureen Kelly’s story on the How I Built This Podcast (she’s the founder of Tarte Cosmetics), I was super excited to try them out.

I’ll be super honest with you and tell you that I normally stick to drug store makeup because of prices and wouldn’t splurge on these, but now that I have them, I can see why people pay a little more for better quality cosmetics. Most of these last a long time (probably up to 6 months), which definitely helps.

TIP – Use the code PPP15 to get an extra 15% off non-sale Tarte items! Plus, shipping is always free!

Here’s what I’ve loved so far ~ be sure to use the code PPP15 to get an extra 15% OFF! (We’ll also keep an eye out for sales on these because I really do think you’ll love them!) –

• Tarte – Shape Tape Ultra Creamy Concealer (less expensive alternative).
• Tarte – Shape Tape Glow Bar – I love this thing! It’s a little pricey, but get 15% off with the code PPP15 (we’ll be watching for a sale on this one, too!) My favorite two shades to use are the champagne blur and bronze glow.
• Tarte – Shape Tape Glow Duster Brush ~ I never have spent money on brushes, but I LOVE this one. I used the thinner end for my blush, and the wider end for the champagne blur” from the Shape Tape Glow Bar (less expensive alternative).

• Tarte – Timeless Smoothing Primer – I use this under my foundation to help set my makeup (less expensive alternative).
• Tarte – Tartelette Tubing Mascara (less expensive alternative).
• Tarte – Shape Tape Corrector in Peach
• Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation ~ this is my splurge that I’ve used my entire adult life (the best way to get it is at Macy’s when they’re having a gift event, but I’ve ordered from Amazon too!). So far I’ve never found another foundation that even begins to compare.

• Tarte – Shape Tape Stay Spray Vegan Setting Spray (less expensive alternative)
• Tarte – Maneater Blush & Glow Cheek Plump (this is a team fave, too!).

• Tarte – Fake Awake Eye Highlight – who doesn’t need their eyes to be just a little brighter? I LOVE LOVE LOVE this one and highly recommend this one!
• Tarte – Tartelette in Bloom Amazonian Clay Palette (less expensive alternative)
• Covergirl Easy Breezy Brow Micro-fine & Define Pencil, Rich Brown

• Lip Gloss – I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Revlon Lip Gloss and wear it every single day!

If you’re curious what I’ve used forever (before trying out Tarte cosmetics!), most of what I’ve used over the years can be can be picked up at Amazon or your local drug store and is a bit less expensive ~ take a peek!

• Voluminous Mascara – this one is under $7 and my absolute favorite!
• Coty Loose Powder
• Cover Girl Blush – get it at your local drug store for a few dollars
• NYX Eye Brow Pencil
• Lip Gloss – I love this Revlon Lip Gloss and wear it every single day (and it has a 25% off coupon right now)!
• Urban Decay Naked Eye Shadow – this set goes on sale occasionally and lasts forever!
• Shany Eye Primer
• Thrive Eye Brightener – I got this in a Fab Fit Fun box and loved it (less expensive alternative)

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!