Urban Decay Naked Palette 1 and 2

I’m a gal who likes her colorful eye shadows. I love the vibrancy, I love to create a make-up look to go with different outfits or if I’m decked in all black (the majority of my wardrobe) the colors can add some much needed variety.

However, colorful make-up isn’t always appropriate. The problem is that it’s so easy for neutrals to come across as boring or lackluster. That’s why I’m always so excited when I am able to find palettes like these two from Urban Decay. 

You have a wide range of shades (browns, beiges/gold, blacks/grays) and they’re both incredible. The colors complement each other well (and will work for either warm or cool complexions,) leaving you with endless possibilities. The only thing one might have trouble with is that while there are a few matte shades included, most of these will be metallic/shimmery. You might have trouble if those just aren’t your thing. My personal favorite shades are Half-Baked (included in both kits,) Chopper, YDK, Buck, and Gunmetal. 

Swatches of original Naked Palette

Swatches of #2

Both kits also come with a handy little eye brush. Number two's brush is also double sided, with one end for blending. Awesome for application on the go!

So while I can continue buying my colorful shadows in single shades (or custom palettes!) I’m pretty much set when it comes to my neutrals, thanks to the two Naked Palettes.

Final Verdict: Love it!

Urban Decay's Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Liquid Make-Up (Official Foundation of The Gilded Lily)

One of the most frequent questions I get is how do I keep my foundation from looking cakey or chalky in pictures. From personal photos to my work on the blog, I want to keep my face fresh and moisturized-looking, not like I covered it in beige flour.

 This is why I’m so grateful for Urban Decay’s Naked Skin liquid foundation. The formula is super light-weight and comfortable and its HD formula always comes out looking excellent on film!

The best part about it? You will find a color to match your skin tone. From pink-toned to yellow-toned, the range is awesomely wide, making sure to include the often-neglected darker skin tones, with eighteen different shades. 

This is me without a stitch of make-up. Yes, I know, EWEWEW.

Wanna find out which one fits your best? Pick up a little sample pack like I did. It comes with sample sizes of four different shades and a nifty little chart for finding out which one suits you. Just hold the little sheet to your face and see which one disappears entirely against your skin. That will be the one that works for you. 

With Naked Skin Liquid Make-Up in 3.5

Enjoy!