Happy Friday, friends!
Today, I have another video for you guys (insert that monkey covering his eyes emoji HERE!).
Last month, I partnered with Nordstrom and shared my hair tutorial videos with you ladies. They were lame, cheesy, and homemade BUT you girls seemed to like actually seeing me with products I talk about, so, I’m going out on a limb once more and doing another one. This time…on makeup 🙂 . When Nordstrom asked me to share my favorite makeup and beauty products with you guys today, I thought I would do a little video NOT so that I can show you how to do your makeup (because I’m no makeup artist!), but so that you could actually see the products in my hand and hear me really explain why I love each and every one. If you want someone to show you how to use your makeup products, get yourself to Nordstrom and ask one of their very knowledgeable people in the makeup department. They know their stuff!
Things to note upfront:
1. The lighting isn’t great. I couldn’t get it just right, so I apologize in advance for that.
2. It’s a big homemade video once again, so my apologies…but I really wanted you to see my passion for silly things like mascara 😉 .
3. I really do rely on the help of the wonderful people in the makeup department at Nordstrom. So many of my finds are because they knew to point me in the right direction!
So, without further ado…here I am gushing about my favorite makeup products to use…
And here is one big pic of every product that I talked about. If you want to see them for yourself, here are the names and links…
Bobbi Brown Bronzer (in Aruba)
Chanel Waterproof Mascara
Bobbi Brown Illuminating Powder (in nude)
MAC Eye Shadow (in sable)
Bobbi Brown Lipstick in Cali Rose
Charlotte Tilbury Lipsticks (all three together) in Liv It Up, KimKW and Bosworth’s Beauty
Laura Geller Baked Blush & Bronzer (in Sunswept)
Nars Blush (in Orgasm)
Smashbox Camera Ready CC Cream
Clinique City Block SPF
Mac Mascara in Haute & Naughty (in black)
Lancome Hydra Glow Primer
Bobbi Brown Eye Brow Shaper
Lancome Pencil in White
Lancome Waterproof Eyeliner (in Cafe)
Bobbi Brown Eye Brown Pencil
Nars Creamy Concealer
On top of all of this stuff, I also love this type of Essie polish and these lip glosses from Nars.
So, another video is in the books 🙂 .
I was wearing this sweater in the video…
…I showed you guys this one last week. It comes in two other colors, but I love the cream 🙂 .
If you missed my hair tutorials from last month, here they are again…
And to see all of my hair products from those videos, just scroll and click below…
Whew! That’s a lot of beauty love for one post, right? Some of my favorite brands like Charlotte Tilbury, MAC, Tom Ford, Bobbi Brown, Clinique, Estee Lauder, Lancome, La Mer and Jo Malone, all come from the beauty department right there at Nordstrom. If you want to see my skin care routine too, that post can be found HERE.
Have the best weekend, friends! See you guys on Monday 🙂 .
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
I can see you really like Bobbi Brown and NARS! ❤️ I have a few of their products myself but don’t use them as often as I should!
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Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
http://charmainenyw.com
polly peterson says
Thanks for your video on beauty products. I use some of those as well!
What are your thoughts about plastic surgery procedures to tweak here and there? or botox? fillers?
Erika Slaughter says
Just the thought of doing a video on my blog gives me heart palpitations BUT you totally rocked it!! I just got a Bobbi Brown finishing powder that I’m loving! I’d call it a face at the moment. I’m coming back later to read everyone’s favorite products!
Johanna says
YES!! It’s finally happening – Shay the Youtuber 🙂
Meredith says
Ahh love make up. May need to try that primer. I am a big Bobbi Brown gal myself. Love all her products. My favorite item in my bag is Chanel le volume mascara. It seriously looks like I am wearing fake lashes. Love!
Elspeth Mizner says
Yay!!! I live these videos and it definitely gives me
New ideas of what products to try! Happy Friday Shay!
Mary Woods says
Happy Friday:). Thanks for posting! Do put any other eyeshadow on before the Mac?
Mix and Match Mama says
It depends. Sometimes, I’ll put just a creamy neutral on underneath…and sometimes, I’m lazy and don’t even do that.
Mary Woods says
If you do which one!
Mix and Match Mama says
I have a Bobbi Brown one that I use a lot. http://bit.ly/2Dk1vkY I use the vanilla and golden pink 🙂
Mary Woods says
Thank you!
Jaren says
Love your new video!! I was so excited when you did the last ones too! It is really helpful to hear you talk about and show the products. I’ll be ordering some of those soon!!
Joanne says
One of my favorite go to makeup products is Urban Decay eyeshadow primer. Love this!! I use the NARS blush and have tried the Becca under eye brightning corrector. Both thanks to you. Love them. I’ll be looking for that BB cream as I’m on the hunt for a new foundation. 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes!!!!! I love that too!!!!
Deanna Zehr says
I, too, love my City Block and NARS blush. Thanks for the other suggestions and the video!
Narci Dreffs says
Your product recommendations are always the best! I’m adding some of these to my cart right now!
Aubrie F says
LOVE this post! Can’t wait to try that mascara. Have you tried the IT 50spf cc cream? I know it’s not for everyone but was life changing for this busy mom!
Danielle Sliepka says
Yes! I was going to suggest the IT cc cream! It’s my ride or die! Love it! IT Superhero mascara has quickly become holy grail status too!
Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams says
Oh I want to try the Laura Geller blush and bronzer! Your recommendations are always the best, I’m still loving the Bobbi Brown eyeshadow sticks you recommended a few years ago! Have the best weekend 🙂
xo
Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams
Staci says
Hey Shay! I’m thinking about trying Tarte concealer, have you ever used it? I heard it’s similar to the NARS concealer that you use!
Mix and Match Mama says
I have!! It’s very, very similar!! It’s creamy just like the Nars!
Alexis deZayas says
I LOVE these!! Thank you so much for doing these Shay! Beauty posts are some of my favorites 🙂
Sheaffer Sims says
I have to get that Smashbox Camera Ready CC cream! Great video, friend!
Carol says
Thanks for sharing your makeup favorites. I have been using the Clinique City Block since you shared it last year. Looking forward to trying a few of the products you shared today. Been following your blog for a while, and your Grandmother & Mom always looks so pretty. You seem to have inherited their good skin genes.
Dana Powell says
You’re so cute, Shay!! I love seeing all the things you recommend- it’s so fun to be a girl! 🙂
sydnee says
It’s so fun to see you come alive on ‘tv’. I’ll have to try some of these products.
x S | Design by Sydnee ?
Cristin says
Hi Shay! Did you add advertisement pop ups (like this week?) or does my computer have a bug? It only happens on your site. I know you have the side ads, but this one makes me “x” it out to scroll and its super annoying. Like annoying enough to stop reading your blog every day.
Mix and Match Mama says
I have no clue??? I will look into it for you though! I haven’t heard anyone else say it and my own computer isn’t doing it, but I’ll ask.
Bernadine says
Happening on my computer too.
Casey says
I have it happening too 🙁
Heather says
I started getting the pop-ups today like Cristin mentioned, too. But I’ll still read everyday! 🙂 LOVE these recommendations. I always wear the bare minimum makeup I can get away with. Thinking that CC cream may be my new go-to!
Mix and Match Mama says
Screenshot and email me one, Heather if it happens again 🙂 . Thank you!!
Amy K says
I’m having that happen to me also!
Gen says
They are showing up on my end, too.
WhittyWife says
I’m getting the same add too (when I use my phone). It’s definitely new. I’ll still read 🙂 but I wanted to confirm that I’m getting it too.
Mix and Match Mama says
It shouldn’t be happening now 🙂
Mother Henn says
Any tried and true make-up brushes you recommend? The one in your video looked so full and soft.
Mix and Match Mama says
That big fluffy one I use is from Bobbi Brown. She makes really good brushes!
Gail Slagle says
Didn’t see the link for lipgloss turned matte lipstick you bought with your MIL that you talked about at the end of the video. Is it in the post?
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s in my hair post from December! It’s from Laura Mercier!
Gail Slagle says
Thank you!!!! Great posts!
Susie says
What color of nail polish are you wearing in video!
Mix and Match Mama says
OPI Let’s Be Friends
Shelley Holden says
Keep doing more videos! This was great…loved the hair ones too! Your recommendations are the best and I have already added some of this to my cart!
kathy says
I love your videos! I bet you could set up some good lighting. I watch a few youtubers and I think they use some sort of round light ring? I don’t know all the technical names.
Have a great day!
Ann says
Do you have a closet tour on the blog? If not will you do one?
Laura says
Love this! It’s so good to hear about new products to try.
Christina McCoy says
Did you link the eyelash curler? I didn’t see it..
PS I see the advertisements too. No biggie though!! GREAT POST! Love the video and makeup suggestions ??
Brittany Medland says
Always love reading and love the new videos! A light easy to use foundation I’ve been loving lately is Lancomes ‘Teint Idole Ultra Longwear Foundation Stick SPF 21’-LOVE IT
Also Shay, would you consider giving us a video house tour sometime?? I think that would be so fun!
Happy Friday 🙂
Kay Nguyen says
Great videos! Will have to try some of these products out, thanks for sharing <3
https://www.myblackcloset.com/
Angela Ellingson says
Love when you post videos! Maybe you tried this and it didn’t work right, but my guess is that you just need some sort of light in front of you. I know there are external lights for iPhones that are pretty inexpensive, like this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MCZ2WY8/ref=pd_aw_lpo_421_tr_img_2/140-9568638-3453649?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XK9ARH872BDHPT85RX2F
Ryann says
Which Nordstrom in Dallas do you like to go to? And is there a certain makeup girl that you like? I was just thinking yesterday I needed an overhaul on my makeup bag! Thanks for all the advice!
Mix and Match Mama says
I go to the Stonebriar location and typically use a lady named Saba 🙂 .
Keisha Dawson says
I love that you did another video! It’s great seeing the products in a different and fun way!
Barb says
Thanks for sharing, Shay! I’d really like to try the Charlotte Tillbury lipsticks. Will have to get myself to Nordstrom. 🙂 I haven’t tried the Mac mascara but recently began using Lancôme Monsieur Big mascara and don’t know that I’ll try anything else. It applies easily, is dark so you don’t need to layer if you don’t want to, doesn’t flake or smudge. It’s the best! I use Lancôme Definicils mascara for my lower lashes because the brush is nice and thin. I also use this mascara on days I’m just hanging at home or just have errands to run, etc. I love Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush (beautiful colors with a highlighter mixed in for a perfect glow) and Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil. It’s the only brow color I’ve found that isn’t too warm for my eyebrows (I use Platinum Blonde). Someone else mentioned It Cosmetics CC+ Cream. I love this foundation! It has SPF 50 built in, is a color correcting full coverage cream + anti-aging hydrating serum that sits beautifully on my skin, giving me a nice glow. It does not feel full coverage. For anyone with dry skin, I recently began using Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist over my makeup. This mist is amazing and makes my dry skin look hydrated with a hint of dewiness (pretend that’s a word ?). I heard about it on aliandreeamakeup—she’s on YouTube and Instagram and is a great makeup artist. Lastly, another great item for dry skin is Amazing Cosmetics Anti-Aging Face Primer. I even wear it without makeup because it makes my skin look so nice. I won’t use anything else! Love you’re blog, Shay!
Meg says
Love the Nars concealer…my favorite! Also love Smashbox primer…it’s awesome ?
Michelle B. says
Love the videos!! The makeup one was really dark. Wish I could’ve seen the stuff clearly. Maybe need more natural light but I still loved it. I’m going to have to try out some of these. I always forget Nordstrom has makeup as well.
Kimbra says
Hi Shay!! Loved your videos (i just watched all your hair ones too!). This is perfect timing and Im needing to update a few of my makeup products! Two new things I’ve been using lately are Smashbox photo finish Primer Water. It can be spritzed on before or after makeup. I do it before and it’s a light moisturizer and sets my makeup all day! No need for touch ups throughout the day! And then NAKED Urban Decay weightless complete coverage concealer. I have the light/neutral color. It’s lightweight and perfect for coverage! Thanks for all your tips!!
On a quick change of subject – Do you have a screen cover for your Apple Watch? I got one and LOVE IT but feel like I need it protected! Let me know what you think?? Thanks!
Meg says
Shumera eyelash curler ??
Amanda @ That Inspired Chick says
I am going to have to grab the Haute and Naughty mascara this next go round! I love trying new mascaras! My go-to for the past few months has been the Lancome Big Monsieur Mascara! Love it! Great video, friend! That Inspired Chick
jen says
which color cc cream do you use?! thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
light/neutral 🙂
Barb says
*your
Corbie says
Girl… you are getting me is so much trouble today! 🙂
Christina L says
Do you typically only use the sable eyeshadow or do you use other shadows in addition to it? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
I use other shadows too, but sable is my favorite. I love those Bobbi Brown creme shadow sticks too!
Stephanie G says
I need to try that mascara. But, my tried and trues are the It Cosmetics CC, Shape Tape concealer by Tarte for under the eye, and Mac paint pot in Painterly to prep my eyelids. There are so many good drug store bronzers and blushes too. Physicians Formula is killing it with their Butter line.
The Bolin Bunch says
Love your tutorials. I’m not a big make-up buff, but this was helpful! Thanks for sharing.
Danielle Garavaglia says
Hi Shay!! Adore you and your blog:) Correct me if I am wrong, but did you used to use the Nars Foundation Stick? If so, would you recommend it? Thank you and have a fantastic weekend!
Mix and Match Mama says
I use a Bobbi Brown one! I still do sometimes!! I love those too!
Lauren says
Hi Shay!
I love your videos! Such a great idea. I am adding these products to my cart as we speak. I will be buying the T3 iron too!
-Lauren
Ann Marie Tennison says
Loved your tips!!!!!! I just ordered a few hair products! THANK YA!
Denise Thompson says
where did you get your eyelash curler
Allison Walker says
The ad pop-ups are happening for me as well. I think they are google ads– gets in the way of me reading your posts.
Ashley says
Always love love your beauty tips! What color/shade do you wear in the Smashbox CC cream? I think our skin tones are pretty similar, but since we don’t have a Nordstrom close by, I can’t go get matched. Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Mine is called light/neutral 🙂
Elizabeth says
If you like the MAC eyeshadow in sable, you might want to check out Bobbi Brown’s Bellini Eye Pallete and Lip kit! I love how you can wear it down or add the sparkles for a night out! https://m.shop.nordstrom.com/s/bobbi-brown-bellini-mini-lip-eye-palette-limited-edition-70-value/4160424
Also, what brushes do you use? Any that you’d recommend?
Mix and Match Mama says
Checking it out now!!!! My favorite brush is that big one I was using in the video from Bobbi Brown. They wash and dry really well too!!
Jess says
Hey Shay!
Do you use your concealer before your CC cream or after?
Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
I started putting my concealer on very last after a makeup artist this year told me to.
Sandra Reynolds says
You’re such a natural behind the camera!!! Thanks for the great video Shay!! ?
Cathy Bracey says
I told my daughters for Christmas they could buy me any make up or hair product you recommended! And they listened to me! Always so happy with your perfect suggestions!
Cordelia Jane says
Have you tried Intellishade by Revision? My dermatologist recommended it to me, and I LOVE it! It’s a tinted moisturizer, has spf 45, and has anti-aging properties. It’s moisturizer, foundation, sunscreen in one! And I’ve been using Revision Vitamin K serum and love it for brightening up my complexion. Last thing, have you tried YSL lipsticks? They are SUPER moisturizing and stay on FOR.EV.ER. Like, super, highly pigmented and worth every penny. I always feel like a diva when I wear it. Love my Nars Orgasm blush and Bobbi Brown bronzer too!
Mix and Match Mama says
And now, I’m looking up all of this!!! Thank you!!
Kate says
Love these videos!! You’re so cute!
Meg says
When you work out during the day do you wash your hair after or is there a certain product you recommend to help getaway without wetting it? That is always a struggle for me – thanks!!
Mix and Match Mama says
I do not wash my hair after the gym. I typically can just pull it out of the rubber band and use the Triple Sec and go.
Stephanie Anderson says
I recently started using Kiehl’s Since 1851 Daily Reviving Concentrate before I put anything else on in the morning. OMGosh I Love it! It’s a dry oil so it absorbs instantly and I use all the other products you do as well. I recommend getting a sample to try because it’s enough for a few weeks to see if you really like it. When I rinse my make up off at night it feels velvety. Overall I feel like my skin looks healthier during the day. Highly refommmed it!
Erin Port says
SO fun to see you “live” and I just got into wearing primer! xoxo ERIN
Shannon says
IT is my new fave for under eye and CC cream. And I’ve used Nars, Laura Mercier, and Bobby Brown in these categories. Def worth a try.
JoAnn says
With the mascara, do you use the purple or pink end?!
Mix and Match Mama says
Purple!
Sarah says
Hi Shay!!! Love the videos, keep them coming. It feels like I sit and chat to you in real life 🙂 ha!
Would love to see a part of our house via tour on video and perhaps a Q&A where you read and answer our questions? xo
DeAnn says
Hair Question: Do you work out every day? If so, do what do you do with your hair on that day. Is dry shampoo enough to help it feel clean? I work out M-F but not the weekends and I don’t want to wash and style my hair every day!
Mix and Match Mama says
I don’t work out every day (I wish, but I don’t!). On workout days, I find that I can get by with just using the Dry Bar Triple Sec on my hair.
Kimberly says
Thanks for the video Shay! Love that you are recommending your tried and true products — makes me less hesitant about buying some of them. I’ve been wanting to find a good waterproof eyeliner for a loooong time now. I think I bought ALMOST all of the products you raved about in your hair tutorials and love them!
Kimberly says
Quick question: what do you do when you travel? Do you take all of your hair, makeup, and skin products with you or do you “downsize” when you travel? Have you done a blog post about that before that I’ve missed?
Mix and Match Mama says
I take all of my makeup and try to find minis of as many hair products as I can…and/or I downsize because that’s just easier 😉 .
Tamra says
I LOVE Bobbi Brown products… I use the same bronzer, and I’ve always wanted to get the highlight palette… so I may have to give in to that one!
One of my new favorites is this “Brow Lift” pencil that I found… it makes ALL THE DIFFERENCE! You just put under your brow line and smudge it in… and it’s like an instant brow lift! It’s called Sorme Cosmetics BrowLift Highlighting Pencil.
Tracy says
Fun video and I love hearing about different products. I did find this a bit difficult to watch due to the lighting. Maybe turn towards the lights in the bathroom? Or a room with more natural light? Would make it easier to see the products. I’m sure there are youtube videos on how to make youtube videos. LOL! 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Right?! It was a big ole lighting mess!
katherine heath says
What is your favorite makeup remover? I always have a hard time finding a remover that will get off waterproof eyeliner and mascara. Suggestions?
Mix and Match Mama says
I love Tula’s face wash and coconut oil for eye makeup 🙂 .
Dustin says
Your recommendation of the Becca Under Eye Brightening Corrector changed my life! I was using the same Nars concealer, but on a whim tried the Becca Aqua Luminous Perfecting Concealer which I LOVE! It looks so much better over the Becca Brightening Corrector, especially when I use a mini sponge to apply. Becca primers are great, as well!
If anyone has terrible dry skin, I finally tried the L’Occitane Cleansing & Softening Almond Shower Oil and the hype is real!
Tanya Reimers says
I didn’t see the link for the Laura Mercier eyelash curler? Is it from Nordstrom’s?
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes! It is!! Sorry!
Mary Jane McNeill says
My two faves: my Beauty Blender sponge and Dior Hydra Life BB Cream. I don’t wear it every day, but when I do, I get compliments on my complexion EVERY.SINGLE.TIME. (It makes me giggle!)