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Affordable makeup items for beginners

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My favorite Beginner friendly makeup items.
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Foundations

Affordable foundation for beginners
 
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This foundation is the best drugstore brand for a very affordable price. It gives you that smooth finish look without breaking the bank.
Super Stay Longwear Liquid Foundation 30Hr Wear - Maybelline
 
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This elf foundation definitely has a nice medium buildable coverage while giving you a satin finish. I love it
Soft Glam Satin Foundation - Medium Coverage | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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My favorite affordable skin tint that eliminates any blemishes and feels so smooth when applied. Very light weight and has 24hour wear. Perfect for an everyday look!
Super Stay 24-HR Glowy Skin Tint with Vitamin C - Maybelline

Concealers

 
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The best affordable concealer with buildable coverage highly recommend!
Face Concealer & Color Corrector Makeup | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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This elf camo concealer has 25 different shades to choose from. It’s gives a matte look while being hydrating. Full coverage and has a 16 hr wear. This one is a must have!!!
Hydrating Camo Concealer | e.l.f. Cosmetics

Setting powder

 
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This setting powder absorbs oils and helps smooth out skin without any creasing, all while keeping your makeup in place. Has a 12 hour wear so definitely grab this and try it out!!
Fit Me® Loose Finishing Powder Face Makeup - Maybelline
 
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Great affordable setting powder to keep your makeup in place for all day wear.Another gem !
Face Powder & Setting Powders | NYX Professional Makeup

Blush

 
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Juvia’s place blush is so good!
Blush Palette | Powder Blush - Juvia's Place
 
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This powder blush is very good very pigmented and has a smooth texture when applied.
Buttermelt High-Pigment Blush | NYX Professional Makeup

Bronzers

 
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Juvia’s place bronzer is very good highly recommend. Definitely for the price.
Facial Bronzer Collection - Juvia's Place
 
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This bronze is sooo good it is very pigmented and goes on smooth. Very compact and easy to use!
Buttermelt Bronzer: Long Wear Powder Bronzer - NYX Cosmetics

Setting spray

 
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This setting spray gets the job done if your trying to have your makeup on all day without any touch ups. Run and grab this !!!
L'Oreal Paris Setting Spray, Infallible Setting Mist, up to 36hr ... - Boots
 
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This setting spray gets the job done with a flawless finish.
Morphe, Original Continuous Setting Mist

Lip gloss

 
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I love Nyx butter glosses they are very good for lip combos.
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
 
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Very affordable and high quality hydrating lip oil. Highly recommend for beginners.
Lip Gloss, Lip Oil and Lip Stain | e.l.f. Cosmetics

Lip liner

 
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Great affordable lip liner to add to your collection of lip combos!
Shop Creamy Lip Liners & Pencils | NYX Professional Makeup

Make-up brushes

 
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I love these brushes, they get the job done at an affordable price!
Makeup Brush Sets - e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Love these affordable brushes for any look!
Real Techniques: Makeup Brushes & Makeup Sponges