I’m currently not picky about precision placement (I JUST WANNA GET ANY PLACEMENT, TBH!), so hooray for these Clinique Chubby Sticks.
See the rounded tip? They’re not exactly the tool you’d grab to surgically insert a pocket of precise color in the outer third of the crease, you know what I’m saying? This, my dear, is pandemic makeup at its finest. Le sigh… I never thought I’d ever type those words.
If you haven’t tried the Clinique Chubby Sticks, get on it! They’re semi-sheer creams, so you don’t have to fuss too much with blending. I mainly use the eyeshadows and blush because I like the finishes. They’re super-forgiving and blur pores beautifully.
So ya want more color? No worries, just add layers and blend a little more ’til you get where you want to go. I find that I can really pack the eyeshadows and blushes on before they look heavy on my lids or cheeks, and before they break up into chunky patches on my skin.
I have combination skin — some oiliness — but it’s mostly dry on my cheeks and lids, and the blush fades faster than the eyeshadow, but they both last long enough to make it through a day without touching up.
I’ve done this same exact look three or four times in the past couple weeks. Last time you saw it was a couple Saturday Surfings ago. It’s the same thing, different day, and I’m not mad about it. Because sometimes I think you’ve gotta lean into the predictability, especially when everything else feels crazy.
I made myself put on makeup this morning (even though I didn’t want to at first), and I almost feel semi-normal today, which is a good thing, because if you ask my coworkers, I’ve been very crabby lately. But today, not so much. I may have already smiled a bunch of times. ???
Key products in this look
- Base: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Tinted Moisturizer in Tan, Kevyn Aucoin Super Natural Concealer in Medium ECO6, Clinique Airbrush Concealer in Medium Caramel
- Eyes: Clinique Chubby Stick Shadow Tints in Portly Plum and Ample Amber, Laura Mercier Caviar Mascara, MAC Broque Technakohl Liner, MAC Brow Set in Clear
- Cheeks: Clinique Chubby Stick Cheek Colour Balm in Amp’d Up Apple
- Lips: NUDESTIX Lip + Cheek Balm in Ally
- Tee: Long Live Lipstick Tee in Driftwood
A social distance date
Remember Milo the cat? He’s an orange and white kitty who lives in our neighborhood, and back in the pre-Rosie days he’d pop by our house and hang out in our kitchen. Anyway, Connor and I had an accidental social distance date with him yesterday afternoon. We were playing “zoo” in a grove of trees in our neighborhood, and when we looked up into the branches, there he was, just chillin’ like he was waiting for his cat ladies to show up.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
I love Milo’s stripey tail! Your go to face is a lovely one. Even if you are feeling down, it doesn’t hurt to look great! Blendy stuff is so nice lately. I keep smushing my Tower 28 bronzer into my face and it works wonders.
YES! Creams are so great for a quickie blend. How are you liking that bronzer? Is the finish shiny or matte? I’ve been using the gel one from Chantecaille and the cream one from the Hourglass trio, but I’ve always got my eye out for a new one.
The finish is matte with a subtle shimmer, like suuuper subtle. I do not want to emphasize 43 year old skin. It blends out well and looks very natural. I got their lipgloss and highlighter too. Skip the gloss, nothing too special. But the highlight is a just went to spin class sheen.
Oooh, sounds like good stuff! Thank you!
Aaaand I just ordered the bronzer gel from Chantecaille…..
It’s one of my go-tos! I love it and the gel blush, too.
“Pandemic makeup at its finest”! Love it! I laughed out loud! And after weeks of stay-at-home orders, laughter is a good antidote to craziness as far as I’m concerned!
Yes! Laughter makes the load a little lighter to bear. I hope you’re having a nice day so far, Kellly. Take care of yourself!
Awww such adorable pictures of Milo! Lucky kitty to be able to climb trees. My cats are starring out the window and are probably dreaming of doing that- but I’m not letting them out lol! There are koyotes outside!!! No way! ??♀️
My cat Rosie is an indoor cat too. I bet she would love to be outside! Milo’s people let him wander the complex. Far as we know he doesn’t stray too far. I’m always happy to see him!
Aww! Thanks for posting photos of Milo. Cat pictures always make my day.
Went for a walk with Dear Husband Sunday morning and I stopped to take a picture of a cat in someone’s garden. And that cat came right up to me and I gave it a few scratches. It’s been a while since I’ve had any display of cat magnetism.
I love your go-to look. I usually only buy color products in person, but since that’s not possible I might just spring for a chubby stick or two and try to recreate your look. Haven’t been very skilled in the eyeshadow department recently.
Dear Daughter told me this morning that since they relaxed the outdoor activity restrictions a bit the barn is offering lessons again. But only two horses to a lesson. She said she’d ride whenever they had an open slot. Not sure how I feel about it, but the sunshine and horses will do her a world of good.
They are so easy to use and practically fool-proof. I’ve yet to meet one that I don’t like! Clinique has a lot of hidden gems in their makeup line. 🙂
How is your dear daughter doing? Is she working from home? And when was the last time you got to see her?
I haven’t seen her since the first week in March. It’s the longest I’ve gone without seeing her since she was away at college. She unemployed right now. She quit her job in January and hadn’t found anything yet before this all started. Sigh. Just one more reason to worry about her.
I know she’s bored silly because she ordered some gear from REI and used the boxes and green packing paper to make a cardboard tank for her cat. Can’t remember if it was you who posted the link to people making military tanks for their cats.
She sends me tons of phone photos of her cat.
That must be hard for you both, I’m so sorry. I hope that you get to see her and hug her soon. She needs her mama!
I love that her cat has a DIY tank, LOL!
Why don’t my grays look as FAB as your silvers???
Thanks for that, Alix. I had a lot of trouble with mine until I realized recently that I needed a smoothing shampoo since the texture of the gray is completely different than my other non-gray hair. It’s wire-y and unruly. I’ve recently started using this Pantene Rose Shampoo and Conditioner for frizzy hair, and it’s helped a TON. I also use put in hair smoothing products after I get out of the shower. Shine products help too! I really want to incorporate a purple shampoo (supposed to help counteract yellow tones) and will do that eventually.
I love Milo and how happy Connor is to see him! I’m very fond of ginger kitties. Patrick Stewart has been doing videos of him reading sonnets and there was one featuring a nice ginger kitty a few days ago!
Love the plums in this look! And Clinique Chubby Sticks are great!
They are super obsessed with each other. I secretly want Milo to love me but I can tell he only has eyes for Connor. LOL!
Have you gotten any word on when you’ll be going back to the office? They’re starting to ease restrictions here in the Bay Area, but we’ll still be required to shelter in place through the end of May.
Probably not until at least July! Michigan is pretty bad.
Oh, wow. Well it’s a good thing you can work from home then. I think El Hub will be going back to the office in May. I’m going to miss having him around, not just for his company, but for also having another set of hands to help with Connor.
I can’t imagine doing this with kids. Many of my colleagues have two working parents and multiple kids. It’s really tough but luckily our employer is pretty understanding.
It’s been challenging on our end, for sure. But I know it’s temporary, and I try to focus on the good things. Some days are easier than others.
Your job sounds like a good place to work. I’m happy for you. 🙂