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Beauty Inspiration- Makeup Edition!

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Beauty products for great skin and flawless makeup! Most of my options I get from Ulta because it tends to be cheaper than most! However, there are some great companies that aren't always available on Ulta's site and I don't want to leave them out! B...
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The Foundation

This section will include primers, foundations, concealers, and color correcter. Foundation and I have always had a rocky relationship. My skin just does not like it and I am also very pale (typical WASP ancestry) so I like to keep exploring. So far,... 

 
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Smoothest primer I have found so far.
0.75 oz The POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer - Benefit Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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I have very fair skin and anything shows on it. The shape tape has helped A LOT with concealing those pesky blemishes and dark under eyes. But it doesn't just cover fair skin- there is a whole range of options for every skin tone!
Shape Tape Full Coverage Concealer - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
 
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I struggled to find a foundation that provides decent coverage and doesn't look cakey. This has helped me so much in feeling more confident in wearing makeup!
Babassu Foundcealer Dewy Foundation SPF 20 - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
 
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This is a great beginner color corrector palette. It covers all the main ones that you will need to cover all the things you want to cover.
3C Color Correcting Concealer Palette - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty

Contour, Highlight, and Blush

All the elements that add color and definition to your face. 

 
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11 contour color options to add definition to those cheekbones!
Warm Bronze Sculpt Tape Contour - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
 
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If you prefer a contour stick. This one has nine options in the light to medium skin tone range.
Amber Match Stix Contour Skinstick - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
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You can literally shine like a diamond.
How Many Carats?! Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
 
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Colourpop coming in again with some great highlighter options.
Flexitarian Super Shock Highlighter - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
 
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For a quick and easy blush option on the go!
Juicy On-the-Glow Blush Tinted Moisture Stick - Pixi | Ulta Beauty
 
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Tarte gives two options for their blush palette.
Berry Bar Shape Tape Glow Blush Bar - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
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Eyeshadow

I have certain palettes I love the most. Urban Decay and Colourpop are top of the list for me but I will add any others that I try and love! There are also great stand alone eyeshadow and you should always start with a good primer. 

 
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This palette definitely turns up the heat. Bolder Fiery Colors.
Naked Heat Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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Any newer spin on the neutrals of the Naked palette.
Naked Reloaded Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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Super cute palette for any Sailor Moon fan! You can also check out the entire collection in my Treat Yo Self Section!
Pretty Guardian Pressed Powder Palette - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
 
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A collection of sultry colors.
Smoke N' Roses Pressed Powder Palette - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
 
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For smoother application of eyeshadows.
Anti-Aging Eyeshadow Primer Potion - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty

Eyebrow and Eyelash Precision

I have very little in the way of eyebrows and eyelashes. So I have to supplement with makeup. I keep trying new things, so I will add as I find more awesome products. 

 
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My favorite low maintenance brow pencil for basic touch ups.
Soft Brown Brow Wiz Precision Eyebrow Pencil - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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Everyone needs a good brow gel to keep the precision.
Clear Brow Gel Flexible Medium-Hold Eyebrow Setter - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
 
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It is never a bad investment to have precision tweezers. Especially as you get older, and need to pluck more than stray eyebrow hairs.
Slant-Tip Stainless-Steel Precision Tweezers - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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When you need a little extra help with your eyebrows. I have very thin eyebrows, so I need all the help I can get.
Brow Genius Conditioning Brow Serum - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
 
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Stencils to get your perfect shape because some of us need the help.
Patented Eyebrow Shaping Stencil Set - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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Make your eyes pop with a choice of six multichrome colors for when you are feeling whimsical.
Actin' Up Multichrome BFF Crème Gel Liner - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
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This light eyeliner brightens up any look! It also helps you appear more awake when you might not be.
Nude Fake Awake Eye Highlight - Tarte | Ulta Beauty

Lip Service

Lip color brings the final look together. There are so many options: lipstick, lip gloss, lip liners, tinted lip balms. 

 
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A lip balm to soothe even the roughest lips.
Cranberry Crush Hangover Pillow Balm Ultra-Hydrating Lip Balm - Too Faced | Ulta Beauty
 
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Like your face and eyes, your lips deserve a good primer as well.
Prep + Prime Lip Primer - MAC | Ulta Beauty
 
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This is my favorite lip plumper. And it happens to be TikTok viral as well.
Cherry Blossom Maracuja Juicy Lip Plumping Gloss - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
 
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Lip liners are important for precision or creating the illusion of different shape.
Westwood So Juicy Plumping Lip Liner with Peptides - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
 
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I love a good lip gloss. You can use it as your primary lip color or layer over your lipstick for an enhanced look.
Amber Sparkle Universal Luminous Tinted Lip Gloss - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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18 shades and 2 finishes to choose from. Velvet like lipstick. Great colors!
Blush Brown Long-Wearing Matte & Satin Velvet Lipstick - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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Finishing Touches

This ranges from setting sprays, setting powders, and even perfumes for the last touches before going out!

 
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My go-to setting spray. Beats the heat in Florida.
All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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I don't always enjoy wearing perfume (Florida heat + perfume= not the best combo) but occasionally I indulge and I love a lighter scent.
Light Blue Summer Vibes Pour Homme Eau de Toilette - Dolce&Gabbana | Ulta Beauty
 
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I love their setting spray so I had to try their setting powder and yes!
All Nighter Waterproof Setting Powder - Urban Decay Cosmetics

Treat Yo Self

Who doesn't want to treat themselves? I will put spa care packages that I love and even collaboration collections that are definitely indulgences!

 
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Love a good spa set. Soap and Glory smells divine.
The Glorious Five Bath Gift Set - Soap & Glory | Ulta Beauty
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Sailor Moon Special Collection- Fighting evil by moonlight, winning love by daylight- all with a flawless look!
Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon x ColourPop Full Collection - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
 
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Who doesn't want to sparkle? (See what I did there)
Twilight x ColourPop Full Collection
 
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For those who like their makeup to be a little more magical!
Harry Potter™ Collection
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Gotta collect them all! *side eye*
Pokémon x ColourPop Collection
 
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This is the way…to a great makeup look.
The Mandalorian™ Collection
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No silly puns here. Just love some great Star Wars products anyway!
Galaxy Vibes
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Ulta In Store Services

I am adding this section because I personally use these services. It is cheaper than going to an independent salon but still has the same great quality. 

 
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Check for availability in your area. I go to Ulta for all my hair care needs. Not only do I love my hairstylist but it is a more affordable option that private salons but with the same quality.
Ulta Salon Hair Services | The Salon At Ulta Beauty
 
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The Benefit Brow Bar will have your brows whipped into shape in no time.
Brows & Wax Services | The Salon At Ulta Beauty
 
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Not available at all locations unfortunately. But if you have access- I highly recommend. The Skin Bar will focus on your needs. You won't get a spa experience, but for a cheaper rate, you will get all the benefits of a great facial!
Skin Services | The Salon At Ulta Beauty
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