Summer Beauty Bargains

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Every few months I post my favourite bargain beauty products and it’s about that time again! I’ve been noticing that there are a few products that I’ve been using everyday and they all happen to be by NYX Cosmetics.  This is not a sponsored post…NYX just has a really great selection of cosmetics that work very well and are a reasonable price.  I guess that why I’ve been draw to them.

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Something interesting that I’ve noticed in Toronto is that NYX has freestanding stores (apparently they have them in the US as well) so it’s definitely more of a thing here.  Back in Vancouver, I was introduced to NYX at London Drugs Beauty Event.  You can also purchase the products at Shoppers Drug Mart.  NYX has a Canadian online store…I love it when I find a Canadian e-tailer!  And here is the US site.

Ok, so here are my go-to’s this summer…

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Wonder Stick in “Universal” $14 – I’ve mentioned this beauty before…it conceals, highlights and contours.  I love using the highlighter just below my brow and at the corners of my eyes.

Color Correcting Palette $14 – 6 creamy, lightweight colors that can be blended into the perfect shade.  I love this because as my face may get a bit darker in the summer…yes, I do like to tan…I can still get the right color with how I mix it.  I like to apply it lightly with a brush.  I have mostly used the neutral tones, but the pink is for dark circles, green and yellow neutralize redness and purple combats dullness.

Pump it Up Lip Plumper $8 – I’ve talked about my love for this product before.  It moisturizers, gives you just a hint of color, and gives your lips a bit of a buzz.  I’m loving “Angelina” for a bit of shimmer and “Kim” for a creamy neutral.  Trust me…you’ll get addicted to these!

Prismatic Eyeshadow $8 – Summer for me is about less makeup and a more natural look.  You can create a peachy-gold neutral eye with “Girl Talk” and “Golden Peach”.  I like to use a primer first to make sure that the shadow stays put and doesn’t melt into the creases in the summer heat (try this one).

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I love it that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to get products that really work.  What are your go-to summer beauty faves?