NYX Cosmetics - Bare Necessities

So if you follow me on Instagram, then you know that I'm a huuuuuuuuuge fan of NYX Cosmetics. Affordable, accessible, and cruelty free! What's not to love?! At this point, they carry a few of my holy grail items and this post will go over those. I will also add, that NYX did NOT contact me to review any products. These are all items I've researched myself and tested out.

Firstly - their Highlight and Contour Pro Palette. This is my go-to everyday contour palette. It actually has good shades for paler / cooler toned skin! That's not an easy thing to find for a fair complexion. I have also used their Wonder Styx as well to contour, and they're also really good - but you have to make sure you get the right shade.

The price point is also perfect. For a mere $25 this palette can be yours. It's certainly a great buy for the money. The application can be a little patchy. Once you blend it out though, it's perfect. If you're really eager to learn how to contour, or if you've got a paler complexion I definitely suggest this contour palette. It's well worth the price. You get four highlight colors, and four contour shades. I've seen some folks even use these as eye shadows. I personally haven't, but I don't doubt it looks amazing.

Shade - Transylvania 

The next product that I pretty much can't live without, is NYX's Soft Matte Lip Cream. Everything about this product I absolutely love. The formula is like butter. The first time I used one of these lip creams I was instantly in love. It's so soft, and goes on so smooth. Once it dries, it's still comfortable! I'm hooked on these. I haven't tried every color yet, but I'm looking to get more soon. The lasting power on these isn't the same that you'd get with say Anastasia Beverly Hills or Jeffree Star, but just keep the tube in your purse throughout the day and you're good. It's only $6 a color, so what've you got to lose?

There are also a few dupes in this line. Transylvania is a notorious dupe for the Kylie Lip Kit in Kourt K. A lot of the nude shades can also be matched to other popular shades. Istanbul is a dupe for both MAC's shade "Please Me", and Lorac's Couture Shine. The NYX shade "Monte Carlo" is a dupe for "Outlaw" from Kat Von D. These lip colors are a must try. If you're afraid of spending $20 + on a lip color you're not sure about - try a NYX lippie that's said to be a dupe. You'll know if you like the color, and if you did you saved yourself $10 + bucks. If you don't like it... you're only out $6. I personally want to get more of these and swatch a whole bunch.

There are other products I love too. I wouldn't call them necessities in my book, but I do love them. Honestly, almost anything from NYX is a good bet. They have good color correctors, setting powders, and foundations. Their setting spray is also a great find. It's rare that I find a NYX product I don't like. What are your favorite NYX products? Let me know in the comments! Give me new things to test out!! Thanks again for watching, and be sure to follow me on Instagram and Twitter to know when I have a new post up. <3