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Things I’d Put In My Makeup Bag
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items The makeup essentials I’d actually keep in my bag — everyday staples, personal favorites, and a few things I keep reaching for.
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Base Makeup
Blush & Cheeks🍑
Eyes👀
Base Makeup
My go-to base picks for an easy, fresh-looking complexion — from lightweight everyday coverage to a more polished finish.
A beautiful everyday foundation when I want my skin to look fresh and naturally radiant. It feels comfortable on the skin and gives a polished finish without looking too heavy.
Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation - NARS
A classic for a reason. Luminous Silk gives that soft, healthy-looking glow while still making the complexion look more even. Perfect when you want your makeup to look effortlessly polished.
Mini Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Liquid Foundation with 24HR Wear - Armani Beauty
One of those products I’d reach for when I want coverage and skincare benefits in one step. It gives a more perfected finish while still being practical for everyday makeup.
CC+ Cream Full Coverage Color Correcting Foundation with SPF 50+ - IT Cosmetics
My pick for long days when I want my makeup to really stay put. It gives fuller coverage while keeping the finish smooth and put-together.
NEW Double Wear Stay-in-Place Lightweight Longwear Matte Foundation with 36H Wear - Estée Lauder | S
Perfect for no-fuss makeup days. It gives light, buildable coverage with a soft, blurred finish while still letting the skin look like skin.
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Eaze Drop Skin Tint
A lovely option when foundation feels like too much. It evens out the complexion while keeping the finish fresh, natural, and effortless.
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 - NARS
A makeup-bag classic for a smoother-looking base. I’d reach for this when I want my pores to look less noticeable before makeup.
Mini The POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer - Benefit Cosmetics
Love this for adding a little glow before makeup. It gives the skin a fresh, luminous look without making the base feel heavy.
Pore Diffusing Primer - Always an Optimist Collection - Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez
A beautiful choice if you love a hydrated, radiant base. It gives the skin a smooth, comfortable feel and pairs beautifully with luminous foundations.
Luminous Silk Hydrating & Glow-Extending Primer - Armani Beauty
Blush & Cheeks🍑
My favorite cheek products for adding a little color and bringing the whole makeup look to life.
A little goes a long way with this one. The pigmentation is amazing, and it blends beautifully for anything from a soft flush to a more noticeable cheek.
Soft Pinch Liquid Blush - Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez
A classic blush that’s easy to build up without looking too much. Perfect when I want that natural, healthy-looking flush.
Nars Talc-Free Blush
I love the cream-and-powder combo because you can wear them separately or layer them together. It gives the cheeks a really pretty, dimensional finish.
Major Beauty Headlines - Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush - PATRICK TA
Such a pretty option for that fresh, rosy look. It gives the cheeks a soft pop of color and looks especially cute with minimal makeup.
Rosy Glow Blush Stick - DIOR
Perfect when I want a quick, fresh-looking flush. The liquid formula blends easily and gives the cheeks that soft, pretty pop of color.
Matte Beauty Blush Wand - Charlotte Tilbury
A lovely pick if you prefer a dewy finish. It blends easily and gives the cheeks that fresh, healthy-looking glow without feeling heavy.
Dew Blush Liquid Cheek Blush - Saie
For those days when I want something a little more polished. The finish is soft and luminous, so the cheeks look naturally radiant rather than glittery
Ambient Lighting Blush Collection - Hourglass
Eyes👀
Easy eye makeup staples for adding a little definition without making the routine feel too complicated.
Perfect for quick brow days. It adds a little color and definition while keeping the brows looking natural and effortless.
Gimme Brow+ Tinted Volumizing Eyebrow Gel - Benefit Cosmetics
A classic for creating more defined brows without making them look too harsh. The fine tip makes it easy to fill in little gaps and shape the brows.
Mini Brow Wiz® Ultra-Slim Precision Brow Pencil - Anastasia Beverly Hills
A great everyday mascara when I want my lashes to look fuller and more defined. It gives noticeable volume without making the look feel too dramatic.
Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara - Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez
One of those mascaras that works beautifully for an everyday lifted-lash look. I love it when I want definition without super heavy-looking lashes.
Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara - Lancôme
A gorgeous option for an easy eye look. The creamy formula makes it simple to swipe on with your fingers and blend out in seconds.
Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerize Crease-Proof Cream Eyeshadow
A makeup-bag staple for adding a little definition around the eyes. It glides on easily and can be kept subtle or built up for a more defined look.
24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil - Urban Decay
A versatile little palette with shades that work beautifully for everyday looks. The neutral tones make it easy to create anything from soft to more defined eyes.
Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette - HUDA BEAUTY