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Whatโ€™s in my everyday makeup bag: Personal essentials I actually use ๐Ÿ‘€
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Marรญa Nunila๐Ÿ’‹
Hi, Iโ€™m Maria ๐Ÿ’– Iโ€™m a Licensed Esthetician and Certified MUA. This is my everyday makeup bag โ€” my ultimate holy-grail products, including several Iโ€™ve repurchased for years. I have combination, sensitive skin and approach makeup as both an art a...
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Toner

If you think you are cleansed, think again. Toner will help remove some extra dirt and elevate your skin ๐Ÿ’ฆ
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Dermalogica is so underrated, this toner firms and hydrates! I first tried this in esthetician school and quickly became a fav ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿป
Antioxidant Hydramist Toner | Dermalogica
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The ceramides and peptides REALLY come through on this one ๐Ÿ’ฆ If you are in need of extra moisture..RUN donโ€™t walk!
Cream Skin Toner + Moisturizer | LANEIGE
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Exfoliates and moisturizes, best of both ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿป *Be mindful when using exfoliators*
Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner | KIEHLโ€™S
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Super gentle toner ๐Ÿ’ฆ No alcohol? SIGN ME UP.
Ultra Facial Alcohol-Free Toner | KIEHLโ€™S
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Also exfoliates, but this is in a pad formโœจ These were the first toner pads Iโ€™ve ever tried and let me tell you..NEED not a want!
Swipe + Glow Kit | First Aid Beauty
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Serum

Itโ€™s pretty much medicine for your skin๐Ÿ’ง
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This brand sent me a pr package, I fell in love with it! I struggle with big pores and you can really see a big difference QUICK. So technically not a purchase or a repurchase but Iโ€™ve requested multiple bottles ๐Ÿคญ
Closer Serum Mega Jumbo Pore Minimizer | FRANKLY
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When you cry your eyes produce hyaluronic acid, so if you like that extra hydrated lookโ€ฆthis is your girl! ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ’ฆ
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum with Ceramides | The Ordinary
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My skin reacts really well to this when itโ€™s dying for hydration! The bounce back goes crazyโœจ
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Serum | LANEIGE
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Hear me out. It doesnโ€™t have to be expensive but, if you spend some $, spend it wisely ๐Ÿ’ก I bought this for my mom and she struggles with dark under eyes, I saw major results and purchased for myself.
Powerful-Strength Dark Circle Reducing Vitamin C Eye Serum | KIEHLโ€™S
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Under eye cream

Hydrate around the eyes, donโ€™t neglect this delicate area ๐Ÿซฉ
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This is a mask/serum not quite an eye cream, so donโ€™t replace for eye cream! BUT this is a game changer for those beautiful under eye bags ๐Ÿซฉ๐Ÿฅฑ
Stress Positive Eye Lift Cream | Dermalogica
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Girl, Iโ€™m telling you it doesnโ€™t have to be expensive ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป Get yourself a metal roller for under the eyes and apply, the coldness will help so much!
Brighten-i Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream | The Ordinary
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THIS IS WORTH YOUR $ Little BUT mighty ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿป
Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Eye Crรจme for Dark Circles | OLEHENRIKSEN
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Suspension

Active ingredients unite and create magic over time โ›“๏ธโ€๐Ÿ’ฅ
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Solid, Iโ€™ve yet to repurchase but Iโ€™m on the route to finishing a full sized bottle and noticed a BIG difference ๐ŸคŒ๐Ÿป I had severe blemishes/redness all over that just wouldnโ€™t budge. I started applying this and it instantly cleared my skin.
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin | The Ordinary
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If you have a baby-thatโ€™s a plus, you might already have this! Best when used overnight ๐Ÿ˜ด I like to use it as a face mask..silk pillow cover is a + *40% zinc oxide immediately forms a protective barrier on skin (PATCH TEST 1st)* Works to moisturi...
Maximum Strength with Zinc Oxide | Desitin
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Moisturizer

DONโ€™T FORGET TO MOISTURIZE EVEN IF YOU HAVE OILY SKIN๐Ÿงด
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Okay listen.. #1 moisturizer EVER! Once my skin goes back to normal Iโ€™m back on this guy for sure ๐Ÿ”
Dynamic Skin Recovery Moisturizer SPF 50 | Dermalogica
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I had a crazy perioral dermatitis moment and this came in clutch!! Simple and powerful, ever since then this became a ๐Ÿ”
Daily Facial Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides | VANICREAM
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For winter/cold days-this is all you need! โ„๏ธ
Crema S 24H Moisturizing Cream | POND'S
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If you have a baby-thatโ€™s a plus, you might already have this! Best when used overnight ๐Ÿ˜ด I like to use it as a face mask..silk pillow cover is a + *40% zinc oxide immediately forms a protective barrier on skin (PATCH TEST 1st)* Donโ€™t replace thi...
Maximum Strength with Zinc Oxide | Desitin
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SPF

ALWAYS SPF ๐ŸŒž Physical (mineral) sunscreen = best for sensitive skin Chemical sunscreen = best for oily, acne-prone skin
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PHYSICAL SUNSCREENS >>> This is my daily use but I definitely need more spf protection..
Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 | Dermalogica
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Fan

Let all of your skincare sink in, this will help cut time in half ๐Ÿชญ
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Love this fan! โœจ3 speeds, LED lighting and a standโœจ Allow your skincare and makeup to sink in with some help! *charger included*
Mini Handheld Fan with LED Mirror | Star Compass
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Blush

I suffered from blush blindnessโ€ฆ.โ˜บ๏ธ
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Literally ALL shades ๐Ÿ’“๐Ÿ’…๐Ÿป Patrick himself suggests you use the powder first and cream second but I like the other way around for longevity. BUT if you are looking for a glowy and editorial look then Patrickโ€™s way is the best way.
Major Headlines Double-Take Crรจme & Powder Blush Duo | Patrick Ta
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It adds the cutest softest touch ๐ŸŒท IF these were a BIT bigger, Iโ€™d repurchase every time.
Petal Poppin Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush | Fenty Beauty
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2-1, ABSOLUTELY! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป I love a good on the go dusty rose! *make sure youโ€™re being sanitary in between uses if you are applying directly to skin*
WERK Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick and Lip Color | Milk Makeup
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Highlight

Wet formulas for the winโœจ
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I love a wet formula ๐Ÿ’ฆ If you arenโ€™t a fan of that extra juicy skin, then stick to softer powders.
Flexitarian Super Shock Highlighter | Colourpop
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Old packaging is so nostalgic ๐Ÿ˜ญ But this under your makeup or even a bare face is so perfff
Goldlite Strobe Highlighting Moisturizer Cream | MAC Cosmetics
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Pretty in pink vibes ๐Ÿ’“
Pinklite Strobe Highlighting Moisturizer Cream | MAC Cosmetics
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All colors depending on your mood ๐Ÿคญ
Uvlite Strobe Highlighting Moisturizer Cream | MAC Cosmetics
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Lip balm

I keep it simple, my lips are sensitive ๐Ÿ‘„
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I listen to dermatologist lol ๐Ÿ”
Vaseline
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Keep it simple ๐Ÿ” 2 pack, if you loose them like me..
Aquaphor
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Better than any chapstick out there ๐Ÿ”
Vitacilina
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Lipliner

For definition ๐Ÿ–๏ธ
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Look- ANY Mac lip liner is worth your coin. But Cork will ALWAYS be a staple in my bag! ๐Ÿ”
Cork Lip Liner Pencil | MAC Cosmetics
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Keep Cool Spice handy just incase
Cool Spice Lip Liner Pencil | MAC Cosmetics
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MOST PERFECT MATTE TRUE BLUE RED โ™ฅ๏ธ
Ruby Woo Lip Liner Pencil | MAC Cosmetics
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โ€œSheโ€™s not from hereโ€ is hands down my favorite expressive color choice ๐Ÿ’‹ (Orange Red)
Sheโ€™s not from here- Major Headlines - Precision Lip Crayon | Patrick Ta
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Lip gloss

Canโ€™t go wrong with juicy lips ๐Ÿซฆ๐Ÿ’ฆ
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Glossies + most juiciest lips hands down! ๐Ÿ” *not sticky*
Clear Lipglass Lip Gloss | MAC Cosmetics
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Perfect cherry pouty lips ๐Ÿซฆ
Hot Cherry Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer + Plumper | Fenty Beauty
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Juicy lips alllllll day ๐Ÿ˜˜
Glass Slipper Heat Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer + Plumper | Fenty Beauty
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Perfect nude for my medium toned girliesโœจ *Oil/Gloss*
Unbuttoned-Wet Lip Oil Gloss | Kosas
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Lip oil

Lip oil is longer lasting ๐Ÿ’‹
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Yummy and long lasting ๐Ÿ”
Cranberry + Pomegranate Juice Infused Lip Oil | Ulta Beauty
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Perfect nude for my medium toned girliesโœจ *Oil/Gloss*
Unbuttoned-Wet Lip Oil Gloss | Kosas
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Eyeliner

Graphic liner all day everyday ๐Ÿ–Š๏ธ
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*Waterproof* Micro tip for precision! ๐Ÿ”
Intense Black Stay All Day Waterproof Micro Tip | Stila
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*Waterproof* Brown version for natural days!
Dark Brown Stay All Day Waterproof Micro Tip | Stila
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Eyelash curler

Lash lifts 1st, but this curler is the only one I need if I donโ€™t have a lash lift โžฐ
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Best in the game! Guaranteed curled lashes all day ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ”
Eyelash Curler | Shiseido
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Mascara

Yeahโ€ฆI vote waterproof ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ
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*Waterproof* HAVE A GOOD CRY My ride or die mascara for YEARS ๐Ÿ”
Very Black-Sky High Waterproof Mascara | Maybelline
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*Waterproof* Bottom lashes go crazzzzyyy with this one!
Black Telescopic Original Waterproof Mascara | Lโ€™Oreal
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Iโ€™m a sucker for waterproof mascara..I sweat too much ๐Ÿ˜…
Intense Pitch Black BADgal BANG! Volumizing Waterproof Mascara | Benefit
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Brow glue

Brows must last all day! ๐Ÿคจ
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Out of all their gels, โ€œgluedโ€ is my fav and out of ANY brow product meant to lay brow hairs down..this takes the crown ๐Ÿ‘‘๐Ÿ” Iโ€™ve gone through so many bottles, Iโ€™m a fluffy brow lover and I sweat a lot and it never budges!
Glued Spiking Glue | Gรถt2b
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2-1 Brow gel on the go!
Glued Brow + Edge Gel | Gรถt2b
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That new new go crazy!!
The Brow Glue Crazy Lift | NYX
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Oldie but a goodie ๐Ÿซ‚๐Ÿ”
Clear The Brow Glue Laminating Setting Gel | NYX
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Loved this for a hot minute, quickly replaced it with Gรถt2b ๐Ÿซข
Brow Freeze Eyebrow Wax | ANASTASIA
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Brow freeze in a bottle ๐Ÿฅถ
Brow Freeze Gel | ANASTASIA
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Medium hold for a more natural relaxed brow ๐Ÿ’“
Clear Brow Gel Flexible Medium-Hold Eyebrow Setter | ANASTASIA
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Brow freeze dupe ๐Ÿ‘ฏโ€โ™€๏ธ
Brow Lift | e.l.f.
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Setting spray

LOCK THAT BITCH IN ๐Ÿงš๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ฆ
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*Natural/Hydrated finish* Dupe for one size ๐Ÿค๐Ÿป Arguably longer lastingโ€ฆ
Infallible 3-Second Setting Mist Spray | Lโ€™Oreal
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*Matte* ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป I apply this last!
On 'Til Dawn | ONE/SIZE
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*Dewy* It creates a sheer vinyl layer to set your makeup..trust- it ainโ€™t going no whereโœจ
Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray | Charlotte Tilbury
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*Dewy*
Dupe for Charlotte Tilbury ๐Ÿ”
Make It Last Original | Milani
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This gives the most beautiful effortless glass look ๐Ÿชžโœจ
Powder Melt Glass Setting Spray | ONE/SIZE
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