What's in my makeup bag?

After seeing Mandy's beauty stash post the other day, I thought it would be fun to show what I keep in my makeup bag! I own a large, awesome makeup bag from Thirty-One (it was stinking expensive too! Ugh!), but I recently converted to this tiny $1.50 bag from Forever 21. I'm surprised that it holds my stuff! A while back, I used to hoard my makeup like really bad, but lately, I've done some simplifying, and I've got it down to my basics!

 My favorite products that I use: Bare Minerals (it's expensive, but so worth it), ELF lip color, Benefit 'They're Real' mascara

What makeup do you use? I'm always on the lookout for new products. I swear by Bare Minerals, but I love trying new things! Any suggestions?

xo Haley

Makeup Loves.

Growing up, my mom didn't tell me much about beauty products and how to do my makeup, so I kinda just went at it blindly. Up until a few months ago, I still had no clue what I was doing (and really, I still don't). But after reading a couple of beauty blogs, I decided it was worth a shot to at least try and learn a little more about makeup and how to apply it. I absolutely love trying out new products.

Currently I've been working my way through the ELF Studio products. I like them ish, but some aren't quality products, and although the price is great - you really do get what you pay for. I am a huge fan of Mary Kay, though (tried and true products - they'll always be a favorite of mine!) Since I'm still learning - are there any certain products you swear by? I'd love to read about (and try!) what you all like to use! I'd like to have the key products I use on a daily basis, and really cut down on the amount of makeup I own! Any suggestions would be useful. :)

xo Haley