Gone are the days of bronzed skin and bright coral lips of summer. For me, fall makeup means the transition into berries, reds and coppers, and finding ways to make my skin look less tired from all the late nights doing schoolwork. Here are a few of my personal favourites that will upgrade your makeup bag for the new season:
1. Too Faced Hangover Primer
Primer is one of my makeup essentials year-round, but during the fall when my skin gets drier and duller, I like to opt for something that will brighten and replenish my skin as opposed to control oil. This Too Faced primer will hydrate and smooth the skin on days when it is looking lacklustre (a.k.a after long nights of studying or partying). I like to use it even if I’m not applying any foundation or concealer afterwards. An added bonus is that this primer has a wonderful coconut scent, transporting you back to days on the beach while you are getting ready to go your 8:30 AM class.
Buy it here: https://www.sephora.com/product/hangover-replenishing-face-primer-P387589?skuId=1626043&icid2=products%20grid:p387589
2. Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Hydrating and Brightening Concealers
These two concealers, both from Benefit’s recently revamped Boi-ing concealer range, are specifically formulated for the under-eye area and are great for covering up the dark circles you’re left with after a late night of studying. The Hydrating Concealer features a core of lightweight concealer surrounded by a hydrating outer-ring, perfect for smoothing out those under-eye bags. The Brightening Concealer is a bit more heavy duty, providing full coverage for days when you really need fake a full night’s sleep.
Buy them here: https://www.sephora.com/product/boi-ing-hydrating-concealer-P419715?skuId=1951409&icid2=products%20grid:p419715 and https://www.sephora.com/product/boi-ing-brightening-concealer-P419714?skuId=1951367&icid2=products%20grid:p419714
3. L’oreal Infallible 24HR Eye Shadow in Amber Rush
My go-to eye look on a school day is a wash of shimmery colour over the lid, enough to make me look put together, but also taking into consideration the amount of time I will usually have to get ready (hint: not a lot). This copper shade from L’oreal provides a ton of shimmer and is reminiscent of the colour of the leaves outside, a nice fall update to the usual nude colours I opt for over the summer. Amber Rush is especially beautiful for girls with hazel or green eyes – but would look great on anyone.
Buy it here: https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/loreal-infaillible-eye-shadow-amber-rush/1455223900984
4. Fresh Sugar Lip Caramel Hydrating Balm
Lip balm is a must for me once the weather starts getting cooler and cold-season approaches. This brand-new lip “caramel” from Fresh is a super creamy lip balm that actually tastes and smells like candy (yum!) while providing long-lasting hydration. It also gives off a lovely sheen whilst on the lips, so you can skip on lip gloss for the day. Fresh’s products are a little on the pricier-side but can fix even the driest of lips (and smell amazing!).
Buy it here: https://www.sephora.com/product/sugar-lip-caramel-hydrating-balm-P421243?skuId=1924810&icid2=products%20grid:p421243
5. Lancome Juicy Shaker in Vanilla Pop
For anyone who hasn’t tried Lancome’s Juicy Shakers, they are cocktail shaker-shaped lip oils that provide pigment and shine to the lips. My favourite shade, Vanilla Pop, is a nice transition colour for the fall. It is a sheer deep rose that I considered to be a darker lip shade without being too over-the-top, great for someone like me who doesn’t like to rock a dark lipstick on a daily basis. The low-maintenance colour, moisturizing formula, and delicious cupcake scent mean you won’t mind re-applying it every now and then. The Vanilla Pop shade is only available in the U.S., but Piece of Cake is a similar colour that can be bought in Canada.
Buy it here: https://www.sephora.com/product/juicy-shaker-P408293?icid2=products%20grid:p408293&skuId=1816222
Cover image by Prairie Broughton
Body images obtained from:
https://www.toofaced.com/p/face-primers/hangover-primer/
https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/us/en/product/boi-ing-hydrating-concealer
https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/us/en/product/boi-ing-brightening-concealer
https://www.target.com/p/l-oreal-paris-infallible-24hr-eye-shadow
http://www.fresh.com/US/lip-balms/sugar-lip-caramel-hydrating-balm/
https://www.macys.com/shop/product/lancome-juicy-shaker-pigment-infused-bi-phase-lip-oil