Intro Artistry: 2018

5 Best Drugstore Foundations for Oily Skin

I'm back with another blog post and this one is all about one of my favourite things besides fashion and that's makeup!!

My skin is very oily and acne prone and finding the right foundation that will give me great coverage,stay matte and last me all day has been a struggle. After a lot of trial and error I think I've finally found my dream team,and because your girl is a budget blogger they're all drugstore foundations.

In no particular order, I present to you the dream team:

Now let me just say that the Maybelline Gods did the things with this foundation because wow guys I have no words to describe how amazing it is.
It is perfection,applies and blends really well,is full coverage and has a matte finish. I use a makeup brush or a beauty sponge to apply it and there is no difference in the finish I get. It has a yellow undertone which best suits my skin and just gives me a skin like look. Since it's a matte foundation it doesn't appear cakey/ashy on the skin which I really enjoy.
A massive plus for me with this foundation is that it doesn't oxidize on my skin and covers my acne scarring really well,even if I don't colour correct.The only downside I have with this foundation or rather with Maybelline is that they haven't released a good shade selection in South Africa.
With that being said I highly suggest you try this baby out if you haven't already!!

This Black Opal foundation is the ultimate plug and here's why:
It has amazing coverage (I don't even need to colour correct),has a yellow undertone which matches my skin perfectly,applies and blends really well,doesn't oxidize and gives me a flawless skin like finish EVERY.DAMN.TIME!!
This foundation isn't oily, it has a perfect consistency and applies really well whether you use a beauty sponge or a make up brush. I found that this foundation looks much better if I pat and buff it onto my skin than swiping and moving the product around, this method intensified the coverage and I used much less product to achieve my desired look.
It's a bit on the pricey side but it's definitely worth it and a little goes a long way. Did I mention that it's long lasting?

Rimmel,Rimmel,Rimmel what can I say about you? Mmmh first of all I'm still trying to understand the consistency of this foundation, it's so unexplainable you guys.
It's soft,light on the skin,oil free and super smooth, it's consistency is like nothing I've ever used before thus making it hard to explain. I struggled a bit with applying this foundation as I didn't know what tool to use to best apply because of it's consistency, I use a beauty sponge and that works best for me.
The coverage of this foundation is bomb.com however I found that I have to use 4 pumps to achieve my desired coverage, I don't know if I'm using the incorrect method in applying this foundation, let's just say it's a work in progress on my side.
Now the finish of this is honestly the best, it sits so beautifully on my skin and has a matte/satin like finish. When this foundation says it's a 25HR lasting finish I could actually believe it, although I haven't tested it's claims for 25Hrs (because gross who wears foundation for 25hrs?), the most I've worn this foundation was 9 hours,without retouching and wow I was impressed by the results.
I did experience oiliness around my t-zone it wasn't terrible and the foundation stayed in place, it didn't transfer and nje it did the things. If you have this foundation please share your tips on how you apply it because a girl is struggling.

I know what you're thinking, another Maybelline foundation? Yes another one (in Dj Khalid's voice) because Maybelline makes the pots to be done when it comes to foundation. I'm a mix between 330 toffee and 350 caramel because although 350 caramel is my exact shade it oxidizes that I have to mix it with 330. It has medium to a buildable full coverage finish (if I've colour corrected), it's matte but has to be set with a setting powder so it stays matte for longer.
I love that it's lightweight on my skin and since we're approaching summer it will be my go to everyday foundation.
It pairs really well with the Maybelline Fit Me pressed powder and I'm in the shade 350 caramel.
For a R99.99 foundation it has a lot to offer, has good coverage and is the perfect everyday foundation option.

This was the second foundation I used back in the day when I started out in this make up game and it's always found itself in my favs list.
I know you can't really see the shade swatched on my hand because it's such a great colour shade for my skin. Although it doesn't have a yellow undertone,it has a more of a red/orange tone it still blends and suits my skin really well.
This foundation takes being matte very seriously because wow is it matte,it does sometimes appear cakey/ashy on my skin if I've used my matte primer so be careful of doing that with this baby.
It offers great coverage, it oxidizes just a tiny bit darker on my skin but nothing a good highlighting concealer and setting powder can't fix and also feels lightweight on the skin.
Honestly when all fails I know this baby will always have my back and it's under R100 talk about fleeking on a budget?

Let me know what's your favourite drugstore foundation below and if you enjoy/use any of the foundations mentioned on this post.

Laters
Miranda_Dlamini x♡

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fashion

How To Slay On A Budget

Looking good and keeping up with the latest trends (if that's your thing) doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg or break your piggy bank, you can slay whilst on a budget honey and I'll be sharing some of my tips on how to do this.

As most of you guys know I'm a budget blogger, I'm all about saving those coins whilst looking good and below are some of the things I do to get the latest fashion and keep my bank account in check.

DON'T SPEND A LOT ON TRENDY ITEMS

Now I know this might come as a shock to you but I honestly believe in this concept, here's why:
- In the fashion/retail industry trends have a lifespan of a season which is roughly 3 months or can be longer than a year at most, so spending R400 on a belt bag when you can get it for R99.99 at Mr Price (see pic below) would make much more sense to me especially if the trend is not around for more than one season. This is just one example of a trendy item but this tip can be applied to other trendy items such as the small sunglasses,beret, fluffy sliders trend etc.

Belt Bag - R99.99 at Mr Price

Cat Eye Sunglasses - R59.99 at Mr Price

Having said the above there are certain trends you can splurge on as their trend lifespan is longer or it's a trend that has the possibility of returning in the near future and your items will still be trend relevant, these include the faux fur coat, satin duster/kimono, thigh high boots.

Faux Fur Coat

Satin Duster from Legit

SALES, PROMOTIONS AND DISCOUNT COUPONS

Now this next tip is almost like a 'duh','no brainier' but I think it's so useful especially for slaying on a budget. Buying things on a sale, promotion or even discount coupons will save you money girl.

I'm always on the lookout for a good sale or deal and even scout the internet for promotions or discount coupons.

Spree always has promotions or voucher codes on a daily and I've subscribed to their mailing system to receive any promotional marketing information they have (see below)

Legit also has an ongoing promo for 2 for R250 on their basic denim which I think is such a great promotion, 2 jeans for R250 I mean come through Legit!!

THRIFT SHOPPING

I got introduced to Thrift shopping a few years ago and I've never looked back. I've found some of my most treasured items whilst thrift shopping. I don't have a specific store I go to when thrift shopping, I either buy online on those second hand buy/swap/sell pages or I go to the good old 'dunusa' (where you have to sift through a pile of clothes to find items you like, normally out in the open sales or at markets). One thing I like about thrift shopping is that you can sometimes negotiate the price with the vendor and walk away with a great deal.

I bought this lavender coat second hand for R70

I found this navy coat at 'dunusa' a year ago for R80

FACTORY SHOPS AND CLEARANCE STORES

If you live in Durban and aren't familiar with Springfield Value Centre, Stamford Hill Road or Jacobs Factory shops are you even serious about life sis?

Those places are the PLUG!! when it comes to finding a good brand name bargain. I frequent the Nike factory shop, Cotton On and Triumph at the Springfield Value Centre and I always find a good deal or a massive sale. Stamford Hill Road is also swamped with factory shops, some on Umngeni as well. Mr Price also has a clearance store on Point Road that used to be called Clear Out (they changed the name).

So you see ladies you really don't have to spend lots of money to look stylish and on trend.
I hope the above tips will help you.

I'd also love to hear your tips on slaying on a budget let me know on the comment section below

Let's slay and save 'em coins!

Laters
Miranda_deigh x♡

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fashion

Pearled Gin

Pearled Jean - Edgars | Embroidered Bodysuit - Legit | Blush Satin Duster - Legit | Gold Buckle Belt - Legit| Drop Velvet Earrings - Mr Price | Satin Heels - Legit | Cross Over Bag - Legit

Lunch date with the girls, you're in a particularly good mood, it's a bit chilly outside, you don't want to rock your boots and a heavy coat but you still want to be warm and slay?

Well I may just have the outfit inspo you need for the above scenario - Pearled Gin look book to the rescue!!

As most you guys know I'm a sucker for a good deal,bargain or sale (anything to save those coins). I got these pearled jeans from Edgars when they were running their winter clearance and I just had to have them. I normally struggle with fitting into a boyfriend jean (small waist,wide hips problems) however this pair fits really well (although I had to size up) and the pearled detailing makes them a must have item.

I'm a tote bag girl but this cross over bag is doing the things for me right now. It's so cute, fits all my essentials and I just love the chain detail on it.

I'm living for the detailing on these jeans and the ruffle satin vibe going on with my heels, I mean how cute are they?

I enjoyed putting this look together and hope you guys enjoyed it too
Let me know what you love about it

Laters
Miranda_deigh x♡

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fashion

Golden Resurrection

Navy Formal Pants - Legit | Gold Shimmer Top - Legit | Navy Coat - Thrift Shop | Black Heels - Edgars | Black Chandelier Tassel Earrings - City Girl | Sunglasses - Legit

Hey guys

I've titled this look book 'Golden Resurrection' because I've finally woken up from a 1 year 6 month blog slumber. Now I won't bore you with the details of where I've been and why I haven't posted in so long, just know that I'm back and ready to serve you with look books, beauty,lifestyle and all things in between.

Now onto more exciting things, I'm thoroughly obsessed with this look. My style has evolved in this past year into a more sophisticated, chic, mature and bold look. This outfit definitely shows that.

I absolutely love this gold shimmer top and decided to pair it with my navy formal pants and coat as it compliments the look well.

I rocked this look to a ladies cocktail evening, you can also wear it to a dinner date, a networking event or even to the office. I opted to throw on the coat to create a warm look as we're currently in the winter season in South Africa.

These over sized sunglasses are giving me serious Kim K vibes, they make me look like a bag of money (lol). Can we also just have a moment for the shimmer detail on this top though? Legit came through for a girl!!