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Makeup That Actually Works (Oily Skin Approved)
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items My go-to makeup lineup for oily skin. These products keep everything smooth, blurred, and in place all day. Think long-wear formulas, shine control, and a flawless finish that lasts.
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Lip Combos That Last: No Constant Reapplying
Stay Matte All Day: Sweat-Proof & Oil Control Setting Sprays
Base That Doesn't Melt
Brows That Stay Put
Eyes That Last: No Creasing, No Smudging
Blush, Bronzer & Glow: That Won't Slip Off
Lip Combos That Last: No Constant Reapplying
Lip combos that actually LAST! No constant reapplying and holds up throughout the day. I focus on long-wear liners, matte lip colors, and strategic gloss toppers that stay put through eating and drinking. If it doesn't hold up, it's not in this list.
Must-have lip liner that I keep with me at all times! My favorite shade is Chestnut.
Lip Pencil | Whirl, Nightmoth, Cork, Chestnut & Spice Lip Liners - M.A.C Cosmetics
The iconic gloss that gets me countless compliments every time I wear it. Favorite shade is “Oh Baby” and pairs well with their “Chestnut” lip liner.
Lipglass | Oh Baby, Oyster Girl & More - M.A.C Cosmetics
Ever since my friend recommended this lip balm to me while in Sephora…it hasn't left my hands since. The metal tip applicator is chefs kiss to the lips and doesn't leave a sticky feel or residue. Perfect prep for smoother long-wear lips. Love mine in...
Le Chouchou Viral 3-in-1 Lip Treatment | Award-Winning Balm - Eadem
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RiRi has done it again! I have been so attached to Fenty Beauty ever since her very first lip gloss came out, and I am here for all of the gloss greatness! When I need to make a statement or spruce up my look, I'm grabbing this gloss for sure. My fav...
Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer + Plumper - Fenty Beauty
Another favorite lip liner of mine that is long wearing and defines my lips with such ease. I love the color in Espresso.
Luxe Lip Liner | Long-Wearing Pencil - Juvia's Place
I fell in love with this product as soon as it touched my lips! Velvet smooth and matte but not drying, it stands up to its name. My first color I purchase was “Pink is Punk” and she is bold honey!
Liquirosso 2 in 1 Soft Matte Liquid Lipstick & Blush - Valentino
I'm normally not a lipstick girly but I love the feel of this lip product, and the colors are so fun! They come in satin, matte, or a shine finish. You can layer it with a lipliner or gloss. This product is so versatile and worthy of being added to y...
Clinique Pop™ Longwear Lipstick
Retractable lips liners are a HUGE gamechanger and I am here for it! Clinique's formula for their lipliners is amazing because they don't tug or leave your lips feeling dried out. One of my favorite shades is “Intense Cosmo.” I pair this shade with e...
Quickliner™ All Day Lip Liner for Lips - Clinique
I am already obsessed with M.A.C but this lip colour adds to the obesession for me and if you tried it than you will understand. I love the shade “Rekindled.” It gives me that long-wear that I need for my workday or a night out.
Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour - M.A.C Cosmetics
This lip and cheek oil comes in my all-time favorite shade, Black Honey. It flatters all skin tones and somehow is formulated to look different on everyone. This 2-in-1 lip and blush gives a smooth, non-sticky application. Excellent topper over a lon...
Clinique Pop™ Cheek + Lip Oil in Black Honey
I adore a cute matte lip color, and my favorite shade is “Stolen Heart.” The finish is a velvety like texture that I love and gives me 10-hour wear without the feathering or creasing.
Pure Color Matte Lipstick - Estee Lauder
Stay Matte All Day: Sweat-Proof & Oil Control Setting Sprays
These are the only setting sprays I trust to lock in my makeup and keep oil under control. Made to prevent melting, creasing, and shine. Tested on oilyskin and actually hold up all day.
Makeup Does Not Move…Just that simple. I can't ever keep this setting spray in stock because I use it non-stop! As a makeup artist, not only on myself but for my clients, I want to be sure that the makeup look I create not only moves but is water and...
On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray | ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr
I need this setting spray in full size and travel size just in case and maybe a backup spray just in case. I LOVE this setting spray! It primes, blends, and sets my makeup in place like no other. #1 in my book as well.
All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Urban Decay
Looking for a lightweight waterproof setting spray, here you go friend. This Award-Winning Setting Spray has made such a name for itself. Filled with hydration and Japanese Green Tea to help support your natural moisture barrier. Don't sleep on this ...
Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray - Charlotte Tilbury
Base That Doesn't Melt
Foundations that actually stay put on oily skin. These are my go-to formlas that resist melting, control shine, and keep your base looking smooth and flawless for hours. No separating, no patchiness.
My very first foundation I wore to my school dance. I grew up watching my mom wear Estee Lauder infamous double wear foundation. Such a classic foundation. This buildable beauty evens skin tone like no other and leaves a flawless matte finish. It fee...
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation - Estee Lauder
I would never not love this foundation. Long wearing with a soft matte finish…I'm sold! I love the shade range and inclusivity that Fenty Beauty shows in their foundation shades. It makes me love this foundation even more. Your oily skin will love yo...
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation - Fenty Beauty
This foundation has everything that I love! Hyaluronic acid, serum texture, matte finish, vitamin c, and salicylic acid. Look forward 24 hours of full coverage with amazing skincare benefits. This one is for all of the oily/combo cuties out there.
Even Better Clinical™ Serum Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 25 - Clinique
Brows That Stay Put
Brows frame your face and set the tone for a well and polished look. These products are versatile, whether you're a beginner or expert brow artist. I'm sure you'll love them just as much as I do!
I never thought I would be into brow gel as much as I have when I first tried this product. The account executive at Nordstrom showed a demo of this product when it launched and gave everyone a free full-size product and I have been using it ever sin...
Volumizing Tinted Brow Gel - Anastasia
The defined tip of this brush works through my brows giving it the hold that it needs before applying my product. The key is to brush against your brow hairs and then brush up. Let it dry for 1-2 minutes and continue your routine. Just that simple!
Pro Locked Brow Gel - MAC Cosmetics
Anastasia is my go-to for brow products and eyeshadow palettes. I love this pomade because its waterproof and so easy to apply. I can always count on a neat and clean brow look when using this product.
DIPBROW® Pomade - Anastasia Beverly Hills
Eyes That Last: No Creasing, No Smudging
Welcome to my favorite part of my makeup routine…the eyes. I LOVE this part of makeup application because there are no limits. From eyeshadows, eyeliners, mascaras and everything in between, you can be sure to find that these essentials you have you ...
The best on the go shadow stick that I have tried. I love Clinique products because there is no fragrance, parabens, synthetics, phthalates, or talc present in their formulas. They come in amazing shades and multi-purpose. Whether I'm on the go or ne...
High Impact Shadow Play™ Shadow + Definer - Clinique
So affordable and gets the job done! I love this mascara, and the variety of colors are extensive. I get so many compliments when I wear this mascara that people think I'm wear falsies. Mission Accomplished Maybelline.
Lash Sensational Sky-High® Washable Mascara - Maybelline
I love this mascara because it gives me the volume that my lashes need and has hyaluronic acid. The colors range from black, black/brown, and the iconic black honey.
High Impact™ Mascara - Clinique
If you love the liquid liner feel but not so confident using a liquid eyeliner and want a steadier application, this is just for you! I love liquid eyeline but sometimes I just wanted to use something a bit sturdier, and I love the gel texture of thi...
High Impact™ Gel Tech Liquid Eyeliner - Clinique
This long-lasting eyeliner gives me the pop that I need for those special occasions. When I want to make a statement, I grab this product. The sponge applicator gives me that perfect smokey eye and transferr esistant. Thank you, Clinique for this ama...
Quickliner™ For Eyes Intense Eyeliner - Clinique
I promise the pictures does not give this product the credit it deserves. The metallic shine delivers a rich sparkle finish and comes in shades Heat Ray, Melting Point, and Moonstone. Moonstone is my absolute favorite. Promise me you'll go to your ne...
Luxe Shimmer Eyeshadow - Bobbi Brown
One of my favs! When I want my lashes to look full and lengthened, I always use this lash primer before my mascara. It's giving false lashes!
Eyelash Primer for Lash Building - Clinique
The only bottom lash I trust to fully coat and lengthen my lashes without the hassle or smudge. 10 out of 10!
Bottom Lash Mascara - Clinique
This mascara screams bold leaving your lashes full and lifted! The brush helps to comb through lash hairs without leaving them clumpy but still defining them all at the same time. A true staple in my makeup bag.
Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara - Estee Lauder
You can be confident and camera ready with this mascara. It gives amazing curl and definition to my lashes and long lasting!
DIOR Diorshow 24h Buildable Volume Mascara
Blush, Bronzer & Glow: That Won't Slip Off
These are my core essentials for my makeup applications. Highlighters, concealers, contour, bronzers, and blush that I absolutely love and use daily. They're perfect products to brighten, define, and enhance your look.
After applying a few colors of this highlighter for a customer, I knew I needed to try this. I purchased my color in bronze, and it shows up beautifully! You will have an instant glow that will be to hard not to notice.
Dior Forever Glow Maximizer Complexion Liquid Highlighter