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Freelance Makeup Artist Kit Essentials
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Whether you're just starting or building your pro kit, here's everything a freelance MUA needs to slay every client, from base to brushes
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Makeup Kit Must-Haves
 
Tools and Brushes
 
Hygiene and Sanitation
 
Freelance Setup and Organization

Makeup Kit Must-Haves

There are the core products every MUA needs to create a full face, from flawless skin prep to long-lasting glam.

 
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makeup will last all day with this primer
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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perfect for a makeup kit, not harsh to apply on different skin skin types
13.5 oz SkinActive Micellar Replumping Hyaluronic Acid Micellar Water - Garnier | Ulta Beauty
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perfect to use as a primer before makeup, this is the most popular creme used by celebrity makeup artist and is weath it
Embryolisse Lait-Crème & Retinol-Like Duo 2.54oz
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all the hydrating you need, this will smooth your skin and is non drying
THAYERS Alcohol-Free Cucumber Witch Hazel Toner 12oz
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this is the best foundation palette to have your kit
MAC Full Coverage Foundation 12 Pro Palette
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perfect for a makeup kit and those concealers work wonders and is very affordable
LA Girl HD Conceal Pro Concealer Natural
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Tools and Brushes

Your application tools matter just as mush as the makeup, These tools help you work quickly, cleanly, and professionally

 
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These blush set is all you need to get started
Essential Brush Set
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this is all the brushes you will need to complete the whole face
Real Techniques Au Naturale 9-Piece Makeup Brush Set - Cruelty-Free and Travel-Friendly
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good quality brushes that will definitely last for long.
MAANGE 20-Piece Professional Makeup Brush Set with Velvet Bag - Soft and Skin-Friendly Brushes for Easy Application
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affordable and good quality of brushes that will last you for so long
MAANGE 30 Pcs Makeup Brush Set with Bag
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this work best to blend makeup and it is soft and blends flawlessly
Original Beautyblender Makeup Sponge - beautyblender | Ulta Beauty
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getting makeup sponge set will save you some money, and these works perfectly fine
Comprehensive Makeup Tools Set: Sponges and Powder Puffs for All Your Beauty Needs
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get this instead of using the back of your hand, this is more hygenic
2 Set Stainless Steel Makeup Mixing Palette with Spatula
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you'll make use of this tweezer every time so i recommend getting a set like this
KINGMAS 10Pcs Women's Facial Hair Tweezers Set
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this combo will save you some money instead of things one by one
11-Piece Eyelash Curler Set for Eyelash and Eyebrow Grooming
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you need disposable mascara wands, and you need as many as you can get because this will be used every time
100-500 Pcs Disposable Black Eyelash Brushes and Mascara Wands
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this are needed and is very helpful applying lip product with them
500 Pieces Disposable Lipstick Applicator Lint-Free Makeup Tool
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get as many as you can because this run out very quickly
1000Pcs Ultra-Thin Square Non-Woven Makeup Remover Pads for Skincare and Cleansing
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you can use them for many different thing throughout your makeup application
High-Quality Double-Ended Cleaning Sticks for Beauty and Personal Care
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Hygiene and Sanitation

Keeping things clean is non-negotiable as a freelance MUA. Here's what you need to stay sanitary and professional on every job.

 
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works best to clean your tools and products all the time
91% Rubbing Alcohol
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this can fit perfectly on your makeup cate and is easy to travel with
X3 Clean Hand Sanitizer Spray, Alcohol Free, 2oz (4 Pack)
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very compact and can fit nicely on any makeup bag, it dry out quickly and remove dirt easily
SHEGLAM Quick Refresh Brush Spray Cleaner 32ml - Portable Professional Makeup Cleaner
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hands down the best brush cleaner you will see in every professional makeup artist kit
Brush Clean Pro Makeup Brush Cleaner 16oz
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every makeup artist need this kit
Disposable Makeup Applicators Kit with Palette
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the best wipes for all skin types, and they're not hash at all
Plant-Based Hydrating Makeup Removing Face Wipes for All Skin Types - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
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the best in the market by far, and they are easy to pack in the makeup case or bag
Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelette Singles - Neutrogena | Ulta Beauty
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very convenient to have in your makeup kit to put any trash or used disposables while working on a client
1.2 Gallon Mini Trash Bags 150 Ct Green
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Freelance Setup and Organization

 
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this will make your life easy while traveling so you should invest in one
Waterproof Travel Makeup Organizer - Large Capacity Cosmetic Bag
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this one is large and can carry more product to avoid carrying too many bags
FREEAMG XL Rolling Makeup Case w/ 4 Pouches
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you can put everything you need in this one travel makeup case
AROUS 5 in 1 Rolling Makeup Train Case
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this is easy to roll around with and is convenient to travel with, is not too big but carries a lot more products
Large Makeup Train Case with Wheels & Pouch
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this is hands down the best makeup chair by far
Tuscany Pro Adjustable Chair w/ Carry Bag
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this ring light will come in hand  and its easy to travel with
19" Ring Light w/ Wireless Remote & iPad Holder
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very handy and easy to carry around and to set up
Tense Edano 20" Aluminum Makeup Train Case
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this is helpful with protecting your clients from any dust or makeup products while working
Omvoina Professional Hair Cutting Cape, Waterproof, 57x51, Black
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its helpful to have your brushes on your all the time and it will help you work fast
Large Capacity Black Cosmetic Waist Bag with Belt for Professional Makeup
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keeping your brushes organized and in place will allow you to work faster
Professional Makeup Artist Travel Case - Clear Waterproof Cosmetic Organizer Bag with Adjustable Strap and Dividers
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