everyday makeup tutorial feat. catrice x eman eyeshadow palette

Life has been slower lately. Though the reasons behind this pause are scary and unnerving...my goal has been to make the most of every day. To spend this time catching up on my endless to do lists. To create. To relax. To enjoy my life. Though I am desperately missing my family and friends, all I can do is continue on in the best spirits possible. Recently, a new eyeshadow palette entered my collection. It has been sitting around for a little while. However it is only now in this time of pause that I have actually had time to put it to use. Curious about the Catrice x EMAN eyeshadow palette? A full review will be shared here in the very near future. For now, here is a simple everyday makeup tutorial featuring the palette. It is perfect for running those essential errands or perking up those at-home days.

There is a lot to love about this palette. The size is compact (which will make it ideal for future travels or to toss in a purse) and the shades are warm and easy to wear. If you are looking for something simple and effective? The Catrice x EMAN eyeshadow palette is a fabulous choice. There are a lot of shades here that lend themselves to one-shadow looks. Like Malibu, Laguna, and Hollywood Blvd, for example. So, if you are in a rush or need to pull something together quickly...just grab a medium sized brush and sweep one of those shimmery shades all over the eyelid. Then add on a coat of mascara and a hint of bronzer and you will be fresh faced and ready to go. Even if it is just for a walk or to pick up some groceries!

Though a one shadow look is always a good idea....I wanted to create something a little more complex. Though still quick and easy to achieve. To start, I blended the shade Runyon through the crease to create shape. Then I blended the edges of that with the shade Sunset to achieve a warm blended finish. Next was Hollywood Blvd. used in the inner corner and the inner third of the eye. This step added lots of warmth and shimmer. Then it was Sweetzer on the rest of the eyelid and along the lower lash line. The great thing about these shades? They all work well together. You can use as many or as few eyeshadow shades as you like. The palette is pretty much foolproof, making it ideal for beginners and more advanced makeup lovers.

Next up was a little bit of pencil liner from Annabelle to create a smokier effect and a coat of The Super Sizer mascara from Cover Girl. On the cheeks was a bit of Gingerbread Bronzer from Too Faced and a warm neutral Velvet Mousse lip colour from Hard Candy. Ready to see my completed everyday makeup look? Though I didn't have anywhere to go (thanks to isolation and quarantine) this simple style was the perfect way to perk up my day and give me a much-needed sense of normality. Be sure to let me know what you think of the finished product.

Sometimes, a little goes a long way. It amazes me that something as simple as a beauty product from Catrice can totally transform my mood. This just goes to show how powerful makeup truly is! Not so much physically but mentally. Creating a makeup look (whether it is simple or over the top) is a beautiful expression. It is art.

What makeup looks have you been creating lately? How are you staying creative and inspired?