Here’s my top must-have makeup picks that I use on a daily basis.
Skin type: Dry/Normal
Undertones: Cool/Neutral
Skin Shade: Fair
Sections
3
Base (Foundation, Concealer, Primer, Setting)
Contour/Highlighter/Blush
Eyes
Base (Foundation, Concealer, Primer, Setting)
Perfect to use with glowy, water based foundations.
e.l.f. - Power Grip Primer
Absolutely a must have for that glowy, hydrated finish. Make sure to use with water-based products to avoid looking flaky and cakey
NARS - Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation
Y’all. I went through accutane for 10 months (those who know, know), and now I have chronic acne scars and still get acne. This is my holy grail. Most coverage I’ve ever gotten from a concealer, and despite it being matte coverage, it works fine with...
NARS - Soft Matte Complete Concealer
Sets my base so beautifully. Like I'll rub my face on accident and all the makeup will stay put because of this. Unfortunately gives it a less glowy look, but I can't find anything that'll actually keep my makeup from moving while keeping it glowy
Perfect for that dewy finish. Should be used with water based foundations.
e.l.f. - Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray
Contour/Highlighter/Blush
If you have cool or neutral undertones, this contour is actually cool toned. This makes it not look like you’re not using a bronzer as contour
Judydoll - Liquid Contour & Liquid Highlighter
I got the berry milk shade bc I’m very pasty and cool toned. These are very pigmented and buildable (although not much need for building from my experience).
I specifically use the “set the tone” shade. Let me put y'all on some highlighter bc I've been using this my entire adult life. Will last you forever too.
Revolution Beauty - Makeup Revolution Reloaded Highlighter Set the Tone
Eyes
I have this in both the black and white shades. Stays put, has an ergonomic grip (so if you take 6 years to put on eyeliner like I do, your hand won’t cramp up). It has a felt tip so that you don’t crush the bristles (like I do) when you put the cap ...
Urban Decay - 24/7 Inks Liquid Eyeliner
For that manhua/anime lash look, these are my go to. They're pre-mapped and perfect for beginners. Just note that these do not come with glue or bond+seal.
This is what I use to apply my lash clusters. When done right, they'll last a week. Dries super fast so you dont have to wait 7 years and risk having your lashes stick together. As always, be careful when washing around your eyes, dont want to tug on...
Ninetynine Dreams - Bond & Seal | Waterproof Eyelash Adhesive
The hype around this one is real. Makes lashes big without making them all clumpy with product. Tried the telescopic one before this and didn't care much for it because it left product on my skin under the eye and gave me faux eye bags (smh). This on...
Loreal Paris - Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara