Courtesy of Misti Michelle
I know I’m not the only one curious about celebs and influencers’ favorite beauty buys as well as who and what shape their view of beauty in the biz.
It’s a bit of a coincidence that it’s National Bestfriend Day, and I happen to be featuring one of my best beauty buds—and there are many more you’ll see soon. Misti of MistiMichelle.com (formerly Entertainista.com) has always had an eye for beauty whether it was rocking wildly colored tresses in high school or becoming a licensed esthetician herself, and like most of us, she got it from her mama! She’s channeled all of her know-how, her carefully curated closet, and appetite for entertainment into a beautiful blog where she regularly shares her favorite finds and media musts. After forming a strong bond, as well as her encouraging me to start my blog, I wanted to spread the love and get her take on all things beauty, including how her aesthetic has shifted, what’s her best beauty advice, and what products make her #BeautyLust list for 2016.
Misti’s ultimate beauty look
On her approach to beauty: “My approach to beauty has changed so much over the last few years. Now that I’m in my mid-30s, my approach is less about the flashy, crazy trends and more about finding something that works for me. These days my beauty style is simple and classic. Most days it’s just a 5-product routine, as I’m just too lazy to do anything more; however, even when I go ‘all out,’ I don’t go for the crazy eyeshadows or lip colors. I tend to keep it all neutral.“
On the beauty idols she grew up with: “I didn’t really grow up with any beauty idols other than my mother; however, I do remember loving Cindy Crawford on MTV’s House of Style.”
via MTV.com
On her first beauty buy: “My mom sold Mary Kay all through my teens so I never really had to buy makeup. It wasn’t till I came to New York for the first time in 2000 that I was introduced to MAC. I couldn’t afford much but I did score Ruby Woo lipstick and I treasured it.”
On the best beauty advice she’s received: “Blend. Everyone from key MUA’s to my mom drilled blending into my head from the start. To this day, I live in fear of the dreaded foundation line.”
On her favorite tip to share: “When I was trying my hand at modeling, one of the MUA’s on set told me that if I’m ever in a bind lipstick can double as a blush and to use mascara as an eyeliner.”
Her picks for the best beauty buy of 2016 (so far): “I have to say it’s a toss-up between Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream and OUAI’s Hair Oil. Both have become staples in my daily beauty routine.”
Check out Misti’s musts below!
Misti’s Stash
“I try to keep my on-the-go makeup bag full of the essentials.”
- Burt’s Bees Cucumber and Sage Cleansing Towelettes, $5.99 “I love the Burt’s Bee wipes as they get rid of the dirt and grime.”
- Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation and Instant Look in a Palette, $45 and $75 “I am currently obsessed with all this Charlotte Tilbury so if I can get my hands on her fab products I will.”
- NYX High Definition Foundation and High Definition Primer, $18 and $17 “NYX HD foundation and primer is a good yet affordable way to always be photo ready.”
- Hourglas Ambient Dim Light Lighting Powder, $22 “Since I always need a little bit of glow I try to keep Hourglass Ambient in Dim Light at the ready.”
- Milk Makeup Hero Salve, $20 “Of course, the Milk Makeup Hero Salve keeps everything from my lips to cuticles hydrated.”