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Secrets to perfect face makeup

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🔥 I’ve tried way too many products… these are the ones that actually stayed in my routine.
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💄 Welcome! These are my go-to makeup favorites I actually use and love. Simple, affordable, and confidence-boosting picks. I’ll keep updating as I find new gems — check back soon! ✨

 
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Been a go to since my teen years. Hide's my dark circles amazingly!
creaseless concealer
 
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the shade matches are on point. Takes my foundation to the next level.
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Foundation Makeup
 
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Been a go to since my teen years. No issues with flaking or smudging. Makes my lashes fuller without having to use falses.
Lash-Lengthening, Volumizing, Curling Mascara
 
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Stop using translucent powder to set your foundation. Use this instead. This is a game changer.
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Powder Foundation Makeup
 
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For a natural brow look, it's easy to use it's smooth like butter. Get your browes snatched!
Best Eyebrow Pencil - Instant Lift Brow Pencil
 
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Set your face for the day. We don't want anything to smudge.
Makeup Setting Spray and Facial Mist
 
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concealer and color corrector. Perfect for hiding those imperfections we all have.
Face Concealer & Color Corrector Makeup
 
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Elf always has pigmented shadows for every look.
Eyeshadow Palettes - Pigmented & Cruelty Free
 
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Blush tint is a two in one for lips and cheeks!
Sheer For It Blush Tint - Tinted Lip and Cheek Stain -$6
 
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Elf has more than liquid and tints. They have powder blush for those who are old school.
Blush Makeup: Liquid, Powder and Cream
 
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Elf bronzers are amazing in shade range and easy to use. Perfect for sclupting your facial features.
Primer-Infused Matte Powder Bronzer
 
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For those who perfer liquid, Elf has you covered!
Bronzing Drops Tinted Serum
 
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Elf highlighters will have you shining like a diamond!
Highlighter Makeup - Liquid & Sticks
 
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Be courageous and try the halo glow. You'll love it. Everyone will be asking what you are using.
Halo Glow Powder Highlighter with Micro-Shimmer
 
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Elf has really good quality foundation, CC creams are great for those who don't like full coverage.
Foundation Makeup & CC Cream
 
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The Elf Precision Eyeliner is the very first liner I ever used back in my teen years- I still use it to this day. It is so simple and smooth. It allowed me to apply it confindently. But for a wing look, I went witht the liquid eyeliner with that smal...
Liquid Eyeliner & Eyeliner Pencils
 
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A really pretty, affordable blush 💕 blends easily and gives a soft, natural flush that’s perfect for everyday makeup.
Blush - Wet n Wild
 
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Too good for the price 👀💄 Blends easy, covers well, and perfect for quick, everyday makeup looks.
La Colors Concealer - Amazon.com
 
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This is my “makeup not moving today” powder. It smooths everything out without that dry, cakey look—especially under my eyes. The scent is a little old-school, but the finish? Soft, blurred, and stays put.
Airspun Coty Loose Face Powder Translucent
 
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E.l.f. Lip Liner This is my go-to when I want my lips to actually stay lined. It glides on easy (no tugging) but doesn’t slide around once it’s on. I use it to slightly overline and it still looks natural—not harsh or patchy. Honestly one of those ch...
Lip Liner - Wet n Wild
 
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My quick fix when my lips are dry but I still want my makeup to look smooth. It’s not messy like a jar scrub—just swipe it on, rub, and it actually gets the flakes off without being harsh. I always use this before liner or gloss so everything goes on...
e.l.f. Sugar Lip Exfoliator | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Everyone who wears makeup needs a good lash growth serum. We be putting out lashes through it. They need tender loving care like the rest of our body.
Best Lash Growth Serum - Amazon.com
 
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This is what i use for my false lashes, I found that my lashes stick better if I apply this glue directly to my lid and yes, even the inner corner stays put.
Duo Eyelash Glue - Amazon.com
 
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These, right here are it!!! You can get these at the Dollar store!!! They maybe cheap but the quality is amazing. Various styles, they even have clusters….
Ioni Lashes Pack - Amazon.com

Skin care and Prep

✨ My go-to skincare and prep products I use before makeup for hydration, smoother blending, and longer wear.

 
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You need good hydration for makeup to sit on flawlessly.
Holy Hydration! Hydrating Skincare for Dry Skin
 
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Your makeup will not budge! Which is what we want right?
Power Grip Primer
 
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Don't skip this step in your makeup routine!!!! Sun protection is important you should always use it before applying makeup.
Sunscreen Makeup & Skincare with SPF

Easily Found at these Stores.

💄 Stores I check first when hunting for makeup favorites.

 
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You can get everything on amazon and who doesn't like free shipping with prime?
Amazon Prime
 
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Walmart is perfect place to get cosmetics! Very budget friendly.
Walmart
 
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Target is the Og let's be for real.
Target
 
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Drug store makeup is top tier! Name brand's are litteraly in compition with them.
Walgreens
 
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There's always treasures at CVS. Go find them!
CVS
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I can usually find really good make up brushes here. Like, LA. Colors, Wet n Wild.
Dollar Tree
 
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Dollar General carries so many different brand's of make up brushes and sponges.
Dollar General

Makeup Essentials

These are the makeup essentials I keep in my routine. Easy to use, beginner-friendly, and great for a smooth everyday look. Plus, they're friendly on my wallet. 

 
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I like Elf's sponges because it’s soft, easy to use, and blends foundation really smoothly without soaking up too much product. It’s also affordable, so it’s great if you want a good finish without spending a lot.
Makeup Sponges | Makeup Blenders and Applicators | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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I've found this treasures at the dollar tree. The price is super cheap but the brushes aren't. These brushes have lasted me years. The hairs are soft and easy to clean.
Brushes - Wet n Wild
 
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I love LA. Color's eye shadow blending brushes. I get mine from dollar tree, the hairs are soft and easy to clean. They do stain but I've never had issues with the hairs falling out.
Makeup Brushes | L.A. COLORS
 
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It's hard for me to find this brand anywhere really. But when i do I snag it up. Really good quality, esay to clean and soft. They work like a charm.
Essentials Brush Collection (9PC) - BK Beauty
 
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I personally love this!! I'm too lazy to deal with soap or a cleanser to clean my brushes. With this dry brush cleaner I can rub my brushes clean and continue with my makeup. I don't have to wait for my brushes to dry because it doesn't need any liqu...
Color Switch® Brush Cleaner Refill - Vera Mona