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So… I had this grand idea to blog the office reveal today, since the floors are 99% done and I finally got my chairs back from the upholsterer. But I ended up shooting a newborn in my office last night (meaning everything got moved around) and I decided last week to finally order a giant canvas to hang over the sofa…. so I’m cleaning up & hanging new goods before I blog  it 🙂

Instead I’ll chat about some of my favorite makeup things. I’m a girl who likes to sleep as late as possible, therefore I need a fast routine in the morning. I work a lot of long days and need my makeup to last as long as possible without wearing it too heavy.

Here are a few of my favorite items to help it last!

1. Ulta Makeup Primer

This is for all over your face…. just like you prime before painting, prime before applying your makeup too! I put this on after a little moisturizer, and before foundation.

2. Benefit F Y… Eye!

This is primer made especially for your eyelids. I don’t wear a lot of eyeshadow (although I’m trying to more!), but I hate it when I put it on and it proceeds to crease…. this product will keep your shadow from creasing. Just put a little on your fingertip and smooth it over your lid, keep your eyes closed for a few seconds to let it set and then apply your shadow!.

The last thing isn’t anything “necessary” and certainly isn’t part of my morning routine…. but I have a small obsession with Essie nail polish! I love the colors, and it seems to last a lot longer than other brands I’ve tried. The only drawback is it takes FOREVER to completely dry. It will seem dry after a few moments, but if you rub it, you’ll have a mess. So you need a time where you can sit still… I like to do it right before I go to sleep, this way I can position myself with my hands out of the covers and fall asleep while they dry.

What are your favorite products??