Hey there turtle doves! So its fairly obvious i have been MIA the last couple of weeks and thats because summer is gone and fall is upon us. My favorite time of year might i add. But with the coming of fall also means some daily structure changes as kids return to school and adults have to work around it all. But that change in my life of getting my son off to school and doing homework nightly have inspired me to do this post.

Back when i was in school i was that girl that wore makeup, a full face of it. But i know thats not for everyone. Also i know alot of schools internationally have very different rules on whats appropriate for school. So i compiled a little list of the basic things that can give you a fresh and flawless yet not overdone face.

List of must haves-

*BB or CC cream (The one pictured above is great for acne prone skin. But if you are blessed with clear skin something with less product or skipping this all together would be preferable)
*Concealer. For either blemishes or dark circles, whatever problems you might have and want to hide.
*A face powder, something to set any creams you use or help with oil control is a must especially when you need your makeup to last 8 whole hours of a school day.
*Little eye shadow trios/quads are great for on the run, and simple colors like Wet N Wild walking on eggshells (Pictured) work well on many complexions and help accentuate your eyes without over doing it.
*A solid liner, wet, pencil or gel is a must and ca be a way to play up your makeup without going overboard.
*Mascara for all beauties like me with not the longest lashes is a must, also colored Mascaras if your school allows could be a fun addition to your look.
*If you like a little color on your cheeks then simple little brushes of blush or bronzer can help to warm up and brighten your face.
*Lip care is key for long hours out. If your a no color kind of girl then a lip balm or butter is needed and you can apply without a mirror. If you prefer a little tint something glossy but with moisture is a must. Are their any products you are loving for this school year? Wonders the rest of the world should discover?

August Ipsy Bag!

August usually isn't my month. Here in the north east we get lots of rain, intense heat and 100% humidity all day everyday. The one thing that really has been something I'm looking forward to is Ipsy! And this months bag was one of my favorites! Wanna see what I got? 

Now this months theme was school, and with some already back and other heading there I thought that was a very cute idea.

The bag is white and tangerine, with a plain white interior. It's long and very like a pencil case which is fitting with the theme. It's a nice size, and it fits nicely in my purse though it also would serve as a really cute pencil case for any ipsy subbie who might need it.

The first product is one I actually already have but really nobody can have to many primers right? It is the pores no more by dr Brandt. I've not used it a lot and not a great smell but it does do the job though I don't have large pores primers help as I prefer bb creams over heavy foundations.

The second is. Lip balm and I actually have this as well but again something you can never have to much of. Though if I don't use my other soon I'll probably gift it to my mom. But I love the absolute New York balms and own three to date.

Next was something I was really excited about as I own zero Costal Scents things and it takes me forever to hit pan on a blush. It's a fun little duo and handy for travel. And yes that is a coupon code given to us for more makeup fun so everyone who needs it go for it ^_^

Now this lord & berry kajal kohl liner is a tiny sample that's true but it's still something I was so excited to try and from the two times I've used it since I got my bag it's amazing! It has staying power and I've needed makeup wipes and an oil to remove it completely from my eyes.

And the last product, and one I've been so so so excited about was the new Urban decay perversion mascara! I've used this everyday since I got it and I'm so in love. It lengthens so much and gives me some curl so I haven't touched my lash curler all week! I'm in love and will be getting the full size when this one is done. It might even be upsetting my holy grail better then sex mascara, I know I was shocked to! 

What did you lovelies get in your ipsy bags this month and did you love it?