Rosie Posie: Beauty | Everyday Routine

Rather than make a 'Get Ready With Me'-esque video, I thought I would do a photo journal, documenting each stage of my make-up routine. This was make-up for a BBQ, so quite chilled, not too heavy, but a nice amount of coverage.

STEP ONE

I always start by removing any excess make-up with a liquid make-up remover or wipes.

I then always put a bit of moisturiser on. At the moment I am using a 'Simple' Face Moisturiser.

STEP TWO

I always like to remove a few excess eyebrows, particularly if I am going to pencil in my brows.

No matter how good your make-up is, if you have overgrown brows (unintentionally so), you won't look as good!

STEP THREE

Now for the base layer. I use MAC foundation. I alternate between two different shade, depending on how tanned I am. I use NW20 and NW15.

I also go over any stubborn sports and marks with some concealer. I use the new Benefit 'Fake-Up' in the lightest shade. This is also good for under the eyes.

STEP FOUR

I like to powder after my foundation, as well as at the end of my make-up routine.

I also use this opportunity to do some light contouring with a MAC bronze/ blush.

STEP FIVE

I then buff a subtle bronze colour all over my face, focusing in particular on the nose, and forehead (where the sun naturally hits). I then pull a cheesy grin and apply blush to my cheeks.

STEP SIX

Brow time. Photo on left shows me with just one eyebrow done - makes a huge difference.

As I was trying to keep my make-up fairly casual I just applied a light shade of eyeshadow. This just helps brighten the eye area.

STEP SEVEN

HIGHLIGHT. I like to apply highlighter under my brow. It gives your whole face a lift. I also apply it across the cheekbone. I mainly use Benefit's 'High Beam'. It's long-lasting and is in such super cute packaging.

STEP EIGHT

Time for eye-liner. At the moment I am trying out the Soap and Glory Supercat eyeliner. I find it goes on really well, but it does start to smudge after a while.

STEP NINE