Go Naturally Made Up into 2017

Have you tried any mineral makeup products before? For many, makeup is the last thing to go natural. Largely because makeup is something us ladies spend years perfecting; finding the perfect foundation to match our skin tone, the eye shadow that makes our peepers pop and that lipstick that stays put for hours; but also partly because up until recently mineral and natural makeup perhaps hasn’t performed all that well.

Pacifica mineral makeup is one brand that is changing the face of natural cosmetics. Pacifica mineral makeup is formulated without: animal testing, animal ingredients, phthalates, parabens, sulfates, propylene glycol, mineral oil, petroleum, peanut oil, triclosan, and other ingredients you do not want on your skin. More than this, Pacifica cosmetics also have ingredients in their formulations that are good for your skin!

If you’re yet to try Pacifica, why not invest in a few key pieces of makeup to create your new year’s eve party look. Here, our beauty editor has picked out her top picks for creating a flawless finish that will stay put with minimal touching up all night!

Pacifica Jasmine Iris Oil Control Primer - this primer feels silky soft to touch on the skin, and creates a smooth uniform canvas for flawless makeup application. Contains anti-ageing ingredients of rose and honeysuckle and has a light floral scent.

Pacifica Ultra CC Cream - an award-winning illuminating skin perfector which goes perfectly with the primer. With specially adapted colour-correcting minerals and multi-action natural beneficials including coconut water. 

Pacifica Solar Palette - this contains almost everything you need to create a variety of styles. The Radiant Coconut Multiples are three shades that compliment most skin tones and are great for highlighting the face in a more natural way. The blush and bronzer and infused with coconut, incredibly easy to apply (with brush or fingers) and can be layered to build colour. Finally there is a choice of six eye shadows; pink, peach, gold, turquoise, aubergine and nude, these can be used in various combos to create a number of stunning looks. We love the peach, nude and aubergine for a softer smoky eye effect.

Pacifica Firebird Devocean Lipstick - this lipstick is a red that we swear looks good on anyone! Our tip is to apply primer to your lips first for that long-lasting finish. As well as providing an amazing colour, the lipstick helps nourish and hydrate your lips so you can be sure your lips are kissable when the clock strikes 12. (Warning, this lipstick does not come with a kiss-proof guarantee!)

For those of you who can’t live without a more classic smoky eye, try combining Mystical Eye Shadow Palette and Smolder Eye Lining Gel to create a look in deepest blue.

Finally, always always always finish your look with mascara! Our favourite is Aquarian Gaze in Black. Water-resistant, long-wearing and made with coconut oil to strengthen lashes, pathenol to nourish and sea kelp to moisturise and condition.