Let's face it...winter mornings are dark and bleak, and I want to spend as much time curled up in bed as possible. Understandably this makes mornings very very difficult, even more so than usual. With this being said I do still like to put on some kind of makeup to make myself feel, and look, more human. I have a select few products I've been reaching for that make getting ready that little bit easier.


Concealer

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I always always always conceal as I find that's the perfect first step to get my face looking a little perkier. I'm obsessed with the Bobbi Brown Correctors, and this peach one does a fab job at getting of of dark circles. It's quite thick, but I don't find that it creases throughout the day, and a little goes a long way.
Base
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I will then opt for a light coverage base to even out my skin tone. As the concealer is very high coverage, I sometimes find that I need a light layer of something else around my face to even things out a little. The MAC Face and Body is such a staple in my collection. It's super light and feels like nothing on the skin. I will blend this in with a beauty blender and I'm ready for the day. 


Cheeks 


Image result for hourglass ambient lighting palette"Bronze, blush and highlight are also a no-brainer for me. I think as long as you have a good strong base, everything else can be kept fairly minimal. The Hourglass palettes are the perfect one-and-done for all things cheekbones. This is their Ambient Lighting Palette, one on my favourites releases from the brand, and has everything you need. I mix the bronzer and blush shades together and sweep across the cheeks, finishing with a touch of the golden highlight. Such a simple way to look glowing this winter! 


Eye crayon 


Image result for topshop eye crayon realm"Keeping it super simple on the eyes, I've been loving the Topshop eye crayon in the shade Realm. These have been a new discovery for me this year, and I love the formula, very creamy and easy to apply. This is a light champagne shade that looks gorgeous on the lids and inner corner to really brighten the eye area. They have a tonne of different shades, so definitely give them a go if you can. 

         
 Mascara

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Finishing off with mascara of course. I use lashings of the L'Oreal Lash Paradise to open the eyes and to make me look more awake. When in doubt, loads of mascara right? I love this formula, cheep and cheerful, lasts ages and makes your lashes so full. You can build this for a dramatic lash look, or keep it paired back for day-to-day. Definitely a mascara I would recommend checking out.