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Your Beginner's Makeup List is here!

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Finding affordable makeup that looks expensive just got easier. These are my tops favs as a Pro MUA
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Face Base

 
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One of my favorite foundations! I have literally been using this since its release. This is perfect for combination to oily skin types
Nutmeg 365 Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
 
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For my girlies that like a little glow this foundartion give Giorgio Armani without the price tag! This is a staple in my kit
415 Mombasa I am Magic Natural Radiance Foundation - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
 
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Pore perfecting is right! This foundation has a skin smoothing finish that will leave your base flawless.
Beautiful Bronze Pore Perfecting Liquid Foundation - BLK/OPL | Ulta Beauty
 
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I mean the Super Stay line is just that girl and she does exactly that STAYS!
128 Super Stay Up to 24HR Hybrid Powder-Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
 
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This is technically a foundation but my trick is to use it as a cream bronzer it melts beautifully into the skin and adds the perfect amount of warmth! Another must have for my kit.
Sierra Slay TRUE COLOR Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation SPF 15 - BLK/OPL | Ulta Beauty
 
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HELLO! Can you say glowing queen? This is a perfect glow under your foundation or to give yourself a sun kissed look during the winter months.
3 Light/Medium Halo Glow Liquid Filter - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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Finish your look off with this smoothing face powder! Your makeup will stay in place and last all day.
Rich Caramel TRUE COLOR Pore Perfecting Crème Powder Foundation - BLK/OPL | Ulta Beauty
 
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This powder has been around slaying for years and for good reason! Grab this powder today to set your concealer
Medium Fit Me Loose Finishing Powder - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
 
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Perfect for a natural every day look! Corporate girlie approved. This foundation is lightweight while also giving coverage.
N3 Neutral Light Medium True Match Super-Blendable Foundation - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
 
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Another great add one and this one is water proof with a satin finish!
445 Espresso Infallible Full Wear Waterproof Concealer - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
 
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You can easily take this concealer from light to full coverage add a little or a lot it will make you skin look flawless.
1 I Am Magic Concealer - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
 
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Best for deep set circles,full coverage and easy to blend! Work fast because this sets and stays in place.
095 Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
 
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Catch this sale while you can! One of the best concealers on the market hands down. You'll get coverage and a creamy blend with this concealer.
12B Fair Beige Travel Size Shape Tape Full Coverage Concealer - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
 
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This concealer is medium to full coverage with a range of colors for all skin complexion s
Nude Ivory Conceal + Perfect Longwear Concealer - Milani | Ulta Beauty

Makeup Skin Prep

All you need to prep your skin for a smooth and flawless makeup application.

 
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A sticky base keeps your makeup in place and that is exactly what this primer will do! This is thee best dupe for the Milk Hydro Grip primer.
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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Um a bomb lip mask for $7 absolutely! Lip prep is important to ensure your lip product apply s smoothly and last all night.
Holy Hydration! Lip Mask - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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So glad Ulta brought this back! This will tighten your skin while also hydrating
Milky Toner - ULTA Beauty Collection | Ulta Beauty
 
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With one of the best ingredients for hydration, hyaluronic acid helps to plump,even and hydrate the skin creating a even base for makeup.
Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel Moisturizer - Neutrogena | Ulta Beauty
 
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Wake-up and depuff for a smooth under eye application with this eye cream. It pairs well with concealer and does not crease up or weigh the skin down.
Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
 
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Another Long-time fave!
Blossomtime Rose Rose Powder Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty

Blush Bronze & Highlight

 
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Add this under your foundation or on top for a natural radiant glow!
Candlelit Halo Glow Blush Beauty Wand - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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A blush pallet with pretty soft colors this come in light and dark to suite all skin tones. No ashyness for my brown skin girls trust me.
Light Powder Blush Palette - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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The only bronzer I use! Smooth and easy to blend this is perfect for beginners
Tan Bronzed Duo - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
 
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One of my favorite cream blushes not overly pigmented and lasts a very long time.
Blushing Berry Cheek Kiss Cream Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty

Tools & Brushes

 
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This brush set will never get old and the Ultimate Blending brush will forever hold a place in my professional kit!
Flawless Face 6 Piece Brush Collection - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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The perfect set for face powders and blending out creams!
Everyday Essentials Makeup Brush & Sponge Set - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
 
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These eye brushes will change your life! these make blending so effortless and easy.
Morphe x Ariel Signature Eyes 8-Piece Eye Brush Set - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
 
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This is on my list brushes that I find and buy multiple set at a time its too good!
M453 Crease Blending Shadow Brush - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
 
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A cute eye set, easy to use and blend
Eye Stunners 6 Piece Brush Collection + Bag - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
 
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This set is perfect for beginners it has everything you need! Face, eyes, brow spooly and sponge for blending.
Level Up Makeup Brush + Blending Sponge Set - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty

Brows & Eyes

 
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This a fine liner with a great grip which makes it easy to hold and stay steady while learning liner.
Black Epic Ink Vegan Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
 
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Love this down! It comes in different colors and clear as well. Your brows will be up and stuck with this brow gel.
Medium Brown The Brow Glue Laminating Setting Gel - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
 
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This is the only pallet you need to get started! And it will last you a long time.. these shadows are so creamy and easy to blend
35U Gilded Desert Artistry Palette - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
 
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If you've been on TikTok you this is a gem! Affordable and waterproof.. run don't walk girl!
Black Lash Princess False Lash Effect Waterproof Mascara - Essence | Ulta Beauty
 
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Love this in my kit for myself and my clients, it gives such fine brow hairs and a very natural look!
Cold Brew Micro Brow Dual-Ended Pencil & Spoolie - Morphe | Ulta Beauty

Lips & Lashes

 
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Nice and fluffy with a wispy look get your monies worth with this multipack.
Ardell Demi Wispies False Eyelashes - 6 pair
 
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Press and go! Perfect for beginners there's no need for glue. Get the look of lash extensions without the expense. These will last up to a week.
KISS Products imPRESS Press-On False Eyelashes - Single 05 - 12ct
 
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These are for my natural girls, they blend seamlessly with natural lashes and you can add mascara to make them look even more natural. These are my fav for bridal makeup
Ardell False Eyeslashes Naked 420 Lash - 1pr
 
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This whole line is so good, the liners are creamy and do not dry out the lips
Oh Snap Long-Lasting Lippie Pencil - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
 
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What's a girl without her lip gloss? These glosses will definitely keep your lips poppin for the holidays
Juicy Bomb XMAS Edition Shiny Lipgloss Set - Essence | Ulta Beauty
 
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Long lasting and affordable add a cute liner and pop this in the middle for all day lips
Vibe. Stay Put Liquid Lip Longwear Lipstick - Milani | Ulta Beauty
 
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Pucker up because smooth lips have arrived and this smells sooo good. Perfect as a first step before applying your liquid lipstick.
Supercharged Lip Mask - Milani | Ulta Beauty
 
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Morphe lippies are so comfortable and pigmented a little goes a long way they are easy to apply and always running out so grab a couple at a time lol
Soulmatte Velvet Lip Mousse - Quick Crush
 
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My go to topper for any look, non sticky feel and blend well with other brand lipsticks
Praline Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty

Setting sprays

 
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Another Morphe product that will forever be a staple! I mean no cake left behind this spray will make sure your makeup is set and settled into your skin
Continuous Setting Mist
 
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The perfect refresh to the skin! Use before foundation or after for a hydrated skin-like finish.
Bare With Me Aloe & Cucumber Extract Primer & Setting Spray - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
 
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Clean girl makeup lovers come to the front! This setting spray loves to see y'all coming. Perfect for every day makeup leaving the skin dewy and glowing without looking oily.
2.03 oz Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray - Milani | Ulta Beauty
 
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I love to spray this before foundation to help mattify the skin and then spray after foundation before powder this will lock your base in place.
2.03 Make It Last Matte - Matte Finish Charcoal Setting Spray - Milani | Ulta Beauty