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Makeup Essentials for Beginners

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Are you naive or new to makeup and not sure what you actually need? Have you often admired models, celebrities, actresses, etc flawless makeup? Do you want to learn and make money from the Art of MakeUp? I've put together the essentials for creating ...
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FACE

 The essentials for creating a smooth, even-looking makeup base—from prepping your skin and evening out your complexion to concealing, setting and keeping your makeup fresh throughout the day. These picks give beginners a simple starting point without...

 
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Perfect when you want to set your makeup while keeping your skin looking fresh rather than overly powdery.
Light Reflecting™ Setting Powder - Pressed
 
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A great finishing step when you want your makeup to stay looking fresh for longer—especially on long days or special occasions.
Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray ...
 
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One of my go-to choices for adding coverage exactly where you need it—especially under the eyes and around areas of unevenness.
Radiant Creamy Concealer
 
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Must we spend so much to enhance our beauty? You don't need to spend a fortune on primer. This affordable option helps grip your makeup and is an excellent place to start if you're new to primer.
Elf Power Grip Primer
 
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This is a beautiful everyday foundation with buildable coverage and a natural, skin-like finish. A great choice if you want polished skin without a heavy-looking base.
NARS Light Reflecting Foundation 30ml (Various Shades)
 
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Excellent long-wear option.
Teint Idole Ultra Wear Breathable Coverage Foundation
 
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Excellent for longevity and oil control. It has s 57 shades.
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation 1 fl oz (4W4 Hazel)
 
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Best lighter/dewier skin-tint direction. It has 30 shades.
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
 
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Affordable
shape tape™ full-coverage concealer
 
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Very affordable. Lol!
Hydrating Camo Concealer | Full Coverage
 
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Simply remarkable, and comes in 48 shades.
Wonder Snatch™ Concealer - NYX
 
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Just too cool not to pick up for a beginner.
Urban Decay Naked2 Basics Matte Eyeshadow Palette
 
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It is best for beginners. Nice not to ignore.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream SPF 50+ Full Coverage

BROWS AND EYES

Everything you need to define your eyes and brows without making your makeup routine complicated. These beginner-friendly picks make it easy to shape and fill your brows, add definition with mascara and create simple, polished eye looks with neutral ...

 
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This is an easy beginner essential for making the eyes look more defined without complicated eye makeup.
Maybelline Sky High Lash Sensational Mascara - Black
 
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An expensive way to fill in scanty or sparse areas of your brows and define them. Use small strokes and brush through for a natural finish.
Best Eyebrow Pencil - Instant Lift Brow Pencil
 
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If you are new to eyeliner, start with a pencil. It is much more forgiving than a liquid one, which may form creases because you are yet to master the techniques of use. Pencil eyeliner, when softened, gives you a smoky effect.
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner
 
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If you want to start learning about eyeshadows, neutral colors are the best to start with. These are colors called neutrals staring at you. These shades help create simple everyday looks.
Urban Decay Naked2 Basics Matte Eyeshadow Palette
 
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For a budget audience, it is extremely attractive.
Bite-Size Mini Eyeshadow Palette - Acai You
 
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In case you need a liquid eyeliner, this is extremely attractive too.
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Liner - eyeliner

CHEEKS

Add a healthy, fresh-looking flush and a touch of glow to your makeup. These beginner-friendly blush and highlighter picks help bring warmth, colour and dimension to the face without making the routine complicated.

 
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A little goes a long way with this highly pigmented blush. Start with one tiny dot and build—the result can be a beautiful, fresh flush.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
 
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This can be applied using a light hand on the hight points of your face on your cheeks for a soft natural looking glow.
Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter - Rare Beauty by ...
 
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NYX Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss Get soft, glossy lips without the sticky feel! This affordable beauty essential glides on smoothly, adding a beautiful shine whether you wear it alone or pair it with your favourite lip liner. Perfect for effort...
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss - NYX

LIPS

 
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This is a good lip liner that instantly makes a simple lip look more polished. I especially love the deep brown liner for creating definition and versatility.
Mac Lip Pencil
 
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Here is an easy, everyday lipstick for beginners because the colour is sheer and buildable. Very little precision is required for you to use it.
Almost Lipstick in Black Honey | Glossy Lip Balm
 
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It is one of the favourite beginner-friendly lip products: affordable, comfortable, and easy to wear alone or over lip liner.
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss - NYX
 
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It is very beginner-friendly
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss - NYX

MAKEUP TOOLS

The Real Techniques Everyday Essentials Set includes five versatile tools: a Blush Brush, Deluxe Crease Brush, Setting Brush, Expert Face Brush, and Miracle Complexion Sponge. With soft, cruelty-free, latex-free UltraPlush synthetic bristles, these t...
 
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If you're starting from scratch, you don't need a huge collection of brushes. This set gives you the basic tools you need to get started, including a makeup sponge.
Everyday Essentials Makeup Brush Set