These are tried and true makeup favorites of mine that I buy regularly! As I get closer to 40, I find that less is more when it comes to an everyday makeup routine. These are my top picks!
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Face
Cheeks
Lips
Eyes
Brows
Face
My go-to for years! At almost 40, I struggle with dryness and texture. This nourishing cc cream makes my skin look and feel great! It's more than a cc cream, it's skincare! For reference, I typically wear light neutral foundations and "fair light" is...
IT Cosmetics - Medium CC+ Cream Illumination SPF 50+
Maybelline really did it with this everyday staple! I wear the translucent powder very lightly over my it cosmetics cc cream/bye bye undereye just for a little more of a polished look. I've been using this product for years. It lasts forever and is v...
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Face Powder Makeup - 0.29oz
A budget friendly, lightweight, color correcting primer specifically targeting redness on the skin! A great staple to start your makeup routine!
Wet n Wild Prime Focus Glass Correct Primer - Green - 0.91 fl oz
Cheeks
This dreamy bronzer is a favorite of mine! Not only does this lightweight powder give you a sunkissed glow, but it smells like coconut! For reference, I'm typically a neutral light in foundations and I wear this also in light. A hack that I recommend...
Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer - 0.38oz
My every day blush! Tarte never disappoints with their Amazonian clay line! The shade "partaaay" is the one I always use up first! Worth every penny!
For that subtle glow that makes you look refreshed and sunkissed! I have light neutral skin and love "champagne campaign!"
Halo Glow Liquid Highlighter Wand
Lips
The perfect gloss for day or night! A cool tingly feel that gives your lips just a little boost to finish your beautiful look! I love all of the colors but mixed berries is my absolute favorite!
maracuja juicy lip plump
The best lip gloss that you can wear solo or layer with your favorite lipstick! You can't go wrong with any of the shades! Shiny and moisturizing for your everyday look!
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil - Rose Envy - 0.25 fl oz
Eyes
My holy grail of covering dark circles! With almost 40 year old skin, I need something that is not going to age me and this is the best I have found! Creamy, hydrating, and COVERAGE that will help you kiss those dark circles away! Also great for dark...
Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Waterproof Concealer
My go-to tubing mascara! No smudging and comes off easily! I prefer the purple tube for my thin short lashes. I have both brown and black and they are equally amazing!
tartelette™ tubing mascara
You will be shocked at how good this mascara is! Do you need volume, lift, AND length? Maybelline is here to save the day! This budget friendly mascara does not sacrifice quality whatsoever. You get it all with this mascara! I'm not sure how Maybelli...
Maybelline Falsies Lash Lift Volumizing and Lengthening Mascara
Another budget friendly option for busy moms who need to grab their pallet, dab, and go! Beautiful eye and cheek colors with just enough glow to give your face a refreshed look! Great coverage!
Milani The Look All Inclusive Eye and Cheek Face Palette
Brows
Affordable and high quality! I have light to medium brown hair and prefer the shade taupe. The angled shape of the pencil is perfect for shaping and filling in your brows! Gentle, light strokes is key! This is a must have for your makeup bag!
Ultimate Brow Retractable | Taupe
This is perfect for filling in those bare spots! If you grew up in the 90s like me, you know what I'm talking about! This pencil gives fine hair-like strokes that create a beautiful polished brow. My favorite shade is taupe!
NYX Professional Makeup Vegan Micro Eyebrow Pencil - 0.003oz