Keeping it affordable and honest with items I use on the regular. As a mom who is always on the go, tired, and on a budget, these are my faves I always go back to.
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Affordable Makeup Go-Tos
Affordable Makeup Go-Tos
Vivid pigment and blends beautifully. Lived up to the hype!
Blush Makeup For All Faces | NYX Professional Makeup
So hydrating and pigmented! Smooth application with no patchiness. Makes my cheeks look plumper and so flattering
ColourPop Liquid Blush
I was surprised by how pigmented this was the first time I tried it and it blended out like a dream.
Buttermelt Bronzer: Long Wear Powder Bronzer
My current mascara fave! I have short, very straight eyelashes and I LOVE how much this mascara lengthens them and keeps them lifted.
Sharp, pigmented, and stays all day! Finally, an affordable eyeliner that isn’t patchy, dry, or easy to smudge off.
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Liner | NYX Professional Makeup
Love this for when I’m doing a “serious” makeup day and I don’t want it to budge!
Power Grip Primer
Great for a super easy, styled look with minimal effort on your part!
Eyebrow Glue Instant Brow Styler | NYX Professional Makeup
Big dramatic lashes don’t suit me—these lash clusters are perfect for my eye shape and perfecting a natural, elevated look.
KISS Cluster Lashes
Perfect for filling in the sparse spots and keeping it natural looking. This will last you all day long!
Micro Brow Eyebrow Pencil | NYX Professional Makeup
So many cute colors!!! I use the clear lip oil every day as the perfect on-the-go lip look. This will stay on for so long, even through eating! Hydrating and long lasting, this is totally worth it.
Fat Oil Lip Drip Lip Gloss| NYX Professional Makeup
Brightening, hydrating, and has a good range of shades!
Hydrating Camo Concealer
LOVE LOVE LOVE. I literally cannot say enough about Nyx glosses. The pigments on these aren’t overpowering. Super flattering, not annoyingly sticky, and long lasting!
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
I’m obsessed with Colourpop’s eyeshadow palettes. Love having the options of mini and full size palettes (I have lots of both!) and a big variety of color schemes. There’s so many options that make this brand so fun for me. Obviously, the huge perk, ...
Shop Eyeshadow Palettes | Bright, Bold Eye Makeup
This is an always favorite for me. I always have one of these in my purse so I can finish a Quick Look when I’m out of the house. It’s hydrating, pigmented, and stays on long. Reapplication is quick and simple. Plus, one tube lasts me forever.
NYX Professional Makeup Fat Oil Slick Click Tinted Lip Balm - In a Mood - 0.07oz
I use this every time I leave the house. Dab it under my eyes, blend it real quick, done. My bags and purple tones are gone with the least amount of effort ever. It blends great, never looks cakey, and doesn’t feel drying. Honestly leaves my skin fee...
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Multi-Use Dark Circles Concealer Medium to Full Coverage - 120 Light - 0.2 fl oz
Super easy to blend and buildable. Lightweight and makes my skin look so glowy and fresh.