SeraAndTheCity: Foundation, Foundation, Foundation.

Miserable weather and an equally miserable bank account means indoor activities becoming ever more attractive. For me, this means watching 60 minute makeover, sorting out the pile of clothes I've been tip - toeing round in my room and unnecessarily re-arranging bedroom furniture (also buying heart shaped things from B&M bargains - the greatest place on earth for people wanting 'shabby chic' at the fraction of Next's prices).

Recently I've been loving "Urban Decay" make - up. In the past I've stayed away from the brand, I've always found it to be quite an 'intimidating brand' with the women looking ridiculously polished with almost theatrical make - up. Saying that, when I saw there "Naked" range, I completely changed my mind. The first of my purchases is hands down, my favourite foundation, ever. It costs £27.00 - (maybe not so friendly..) However, I will definitely re-invest, purely because of the results. It's oil free - perfect for me and actually looks like it 'blurs out' imperfections.

Here, after only two small applications, my skin looks so different - obviously the photo on the right has a little bit of blusher.

At £27.00, you would expect a bottle this big.

The finished product, looks somethings like this

Next, is the Ultra Definition Loose Finishing Powder from Urban Decay @ £22.00

This is a powder which looks orange and dark - but it's not, at all. This really does what it says on the tin - finishes your face and sets it in place. It provides that airbrushed feel, especially if you use a big brush as seen in the photo above. Apply it after foundation to give a natural look. You will get a softness to your face and your make - up will last so much longer. TIP - apply before putting on your clothes as you may get powder all over you!

Now, leaving Urban Decay and onto MAC - "Prep and Prime Skin". This is a primer - use this BEFORE applying your foundation. Think of a primer like a paste you apply before wallpaper, even the best foundation needs a base. You need something to "lock" make up in place - and this does exactly that. This primer was recommended to me by a friend, when I googled it I was pleased to see so many great reviews about it.

At £20.50 you may think it's expensive, but you literally only need to use the teeniest blob for your whole face. This gem will even out your face and help to eliminate oil, literally prepping your face for make - up. When you apply it, it looks shimmery - but this will disappear and just provide you with a bright and illuminated face - perfect for a night out.

Next - "Barry M" lipstick - Under a fiver, I just love it!