beauty basics

These items are pretty much my holy grail products that I use daily.  As you can see it's a pretty even mix of drug and department store products.  

• I always start with Boscia BB Cream.  I have pretty decent skin (as far as blemishes go), so I don't need (or like) a super heavy foundation.  This one is perfectly sheer and natural.  I mix it with ELF Shimmering facial whip for a dewy look.  I've tried several highlighting creams and I really like this $1 version the best. 
• I am really loving the new Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette.  It's nice and compact and has everything I need on a daily basis.
• Next, I always heat up* and curl my lashes with my Shu Uemura eyelash curler that I've had for 20 years.  I love it, and wouldn't think of using another.  After trying every mascara made, I've finally settled on Loreal's Voluminous in waterproof carbon black.  Fair warning--it is very difficult to remove.  I love it so much, however, I'm willing to deal with that.  
• Finally, I my favorite lipstick/gloss is Maybelline's superstay stain/gloss.  The formula is amazing, and it never creeps anywhere it doesn't belong.  And when all else fails, I just slap on some lemon drop EOS lipbalm, and call it good.

*I use my hair dryer to do this for about 10 seconds and then test it on my hand before I touch my eyes with it.