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Life isn’t perfect, but your makeup can be.
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items These are the Essential Items you need in your makeup bag, and 4 skin prep powerhouses. I've included tips and tricks for a flawless, timeless face, every time. And some designer and vintage makeup bags to store your treats!
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Prep Powerhouses - You want Glowy Skin? Start Here
The “You Look Amazing” Makeup Bag Content
Makeup Bags and Compacts Worth Showing Off
Prep Powerhouses - You want Glowy Skin? Start Here
Your glow-up starts before foundation. These prep powerhouses hydrate, smooth, brighten and fake “8 hours of sleep” better than coffee ever could.
Want your makeup to glide on like a filter? After cleansing, swipe these pads over your skin to instantly smooth, brighten, and prep your face for flawless application. They're effective without being harsh or irritating, and after trying countless e...
Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Pads with Lactic Acid - Elemis
Step two of my great makeup routine - nourish and prep your skin. After washing and exfoliating my face, I glide this magic potion over my skin. It make it so soft and supple, and the perfect canvas for makeup that looks natural and glowy.
ELEMIS Superfood Facial Oil - 15ml Serum
Step 3! After applying your superfood serum, gently press this multitasking primer moisturizer into your skin Your skin will be radiant at this point! This moisturizer is lightweight but effective and keeps my fine lines at bay for the day.
HOURGLASS Priming Moisturizer - Nordstrom
Glow Time ✨ One pump is all you need. Gently apply to your cheeks and forehead for a radiant, lit-from-within glow that instantly makes your skin look healthier, brighter, and more refreshed.
Mini Great Skin Instant Glow Serum - MERIT | Sephora
The “You Look Amazing” Makeup Bag Content
The makeup bag essentials that make you look polished, upscale, and effortlessly put together — even when you got ready in the car.
Swipe right, swipe left with the bronzer. Dot on each cheek with the blush. Blend. Thats it for a perfectly contoured cheek that lasts all day.
MAKEUP BY MARIO Mini Soft Pop Blush Stick - Sephora
I’ve dated every makeup brush on the market. This is the one I married. Soft, flawless, blends like a dream, and somehow makes foundation, blush, highlighter and bronzer look airbrushed instead of “I tried my best in bad lighting.” I use it for found...
The Base Brush For Complexion - Saie | Sephora
For the girls who want their lipstick to whisper ‘first class'
LV Rouge - Satin Lipstick - Natural | LOUIS VUITTON ®
The little black dress of eyeshadow palettes
Master Mattes® Eyeshadow Palette: The Neutrals - MAKEUP BY MARIO | Sephora
The Devil Wears Prada…Eyeliner. Thats All.
Prada Lines Gliding Waterproof Smudge Proof Eye Pencil - Prada | Sephora
Set It and Forget It
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder | Sephora
The MVP of your MakeUp Bag.
BAUME ESSENTIEL Multi-Use Glow Stick - CHANEL | Ulta Beauty
If you only do one thing to your eyebrows, let it be this.
Gimme Brow+ Tinted Volumizing Eyebrow Gel - Benefit Cosmetics | Sephora
Pilates for your Eyelashes
Lash Latex Sculpting & Lengthening Mascara - Yves Saint Laurent | Sephora
Game.Changer. After prepping your skin, applying concealer and blending, smooth and set with this magical potion powder. 8 hours of sleep suddenly apears on your face! Lasts all day, doesn't crease, thank me later. :)
Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Under-Eye Powder
Glow Where You Go
Forever Skin Glow Liquid Foundation 24HR Wear - DIOR | Sephora
Use your brush. Two quick sprays to clean it. Keep that little beauty alive and blending for years. A clean brush = flawless makeup and one less thing ruining your complexion.
Daily Brush Cleaner - SEPHORA COLLECTION | Sephora
Sculpting couldn't be easier with this creamy stick, that has a blending brush hidden on one end. Swipe under cheekbones, along jawline, along hairline, down each side of the nose. Add a dot of Mario Pop Blush on each cheek, swipe highlighter at the ... Works every time!
SoftSculpt® Cream Contour & Bronzer Shaping Stick - MAKEUP BY MARIO | Sephora
A powerhouse concealer kit that tackles dark circles, redness, and blemishes like a pro. Pair it with the linked concealer brush for smooth, buildable coverage that blends beautifully instead of settling into every tiny line you suddenly notice under...
Stila Color Correcting Palette, Cream & Powder
This brush features a unique half-moon shape for controlled application to the contours of the face, especially under the eyes. The bristles have the ideal density and texture to blend seamlessly. It is also designed for use with both liquid and crea...
Vanish™ Seamless Finish Concealer Brush - Hourglass | Sephora
Makeup Bags and Compacts Worth Showing Off
Chic, little beauty accessories that look like they came with a trust fund, but are crazy inexpensive.
A Chanel compact for under $10? Absolutely. I keep a few on hand for gifts and always have one in my purse. There's something undeniably chic about pulling out a little Chanel compact for a quick lipstick check.
Chanel Mirror Duo Compact Double Facette Black
I have this exact one and it’s genius for travel. I pack essentials in it for my carryon, then use it as a chic little bag for business dinners. Looks expensive, under $50.
YSL Makeup Bag Pouch Wristlet
Summer clutch meets perfect makeup bag. Chic, compact, and looks wildly expensive for $65. Toss it in your summer tote and go.
NEW Dior Beauty Limited edition Cosmetic Pouch Makeup Bag Clutch
The little luxury item I swear by: Gucci compact mirrors. I stash one in every purse because they’re practical, gorgeous, and give rich-girl energy without the terrifying price tag.
Gucci Beauty Floral Compact Mirror w/ Pink Satin Pouch Gold Tone 6cm
Love the handle, the simple shape and roomy interior. I'd throw this one in my gym bag.
Christian Dior Cosmetic Makeup Bag Pouch With Top Handle New in Box!~ White
I’m obsessed with this little hard-sided Chanel case. $36! Slim enough to slide right into my work tote, but somehow fits every touch-up essential — lipstick, gloss, mascara, concealer, powder, the whole emergency glam squad.
CHANEL Small Cosmetic Pouch Mini Makeup Bag Black Zip Case 3.5 Inch
This is my go-to travel makeup bag. Love the woven texture, waterproof material and large capacity. It zips to a TSA approved size, but when unzipped there are three roomy compartments. Easy to clean.
Large Capacity Waterproof PU Leather Makeup Bag