This one’s for the OG beauty lovers — the ones who used to swatch cult-favorite blushes like it was an Olympic sport, begged for the must-have eyeshadow palette every Christmas, and set alarms for that iconic foundation drop.
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Sections
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Eyes
Skin
Brows
Coverage
Tools
Lips
Eyes
I love this because of the drama it creates for the eye. Number one in America is not an understatement! Be sure to remove with micellar water!
Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara
A baddie if there ever was one. Classic shades of nudes with the perfect mix of matte and shimmer. Use the Urban Decay eye primer as a base for best results. My fave go-to for a gold jewelry day.
The KVD line has several different liners. Different strokes for different folks (literally). The felt tip liner is my fave, it’s easier to make a wing with this tip. This formula is also the blackest I’ve ever seen!!!
Genie in a bottle? I think so. This is where I became a sucker for packaging. Apply this before shadow to keep the creases away! Best for hooded eyes.
Eyeshadow Primer Potion Tube - Original - Urban Decay | Sephora
Remember hitting pan on one of these baddies? I used to love the way this palette smelled. Tarte really did pioneer the concealer and eyeshadow duo. This + shape tape will give you a flawless eyeshadow application every time!
Tartelette In Bloom Clay Eyeshadow Palette - tarte | Sephora
I love a Naked Palette!! When you had all of them you knew you could serve a look daily. I love the color payoff and the shades of shimmer included.
Naked3 Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay | Sephora
Skin
The best moisturizing primer for the dry skin girlies. Treat yourself to this, you will love the smell first thing in the morning.
Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer - Bobbi Brown | Sephora
Benefit knew what we needed. This primer is light, soft and super easy to apply. Two fingers!! Will help cover any texture before applying foundation.
The POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer - Benefit Cosmetics | Sephora
Phew! We had a time last night. If you spray this on after application, your makeup is NOT coming off.
All Nighter Waterproof Natural Finish Setting Spray with 24HR Wear - Urban Decay | Sephora
If you know you know. This baby is one of my faves. I cherish it so much I almost never run out of it. The weight of the packaging adds so much to the experience!
Luminous Dewy Skin Mist - Tatcha | Sephora
After all that cake you’re gonna need some moisture. Dont be shy with this.
Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration - First Aid Beauty | Sephora
I love the Smashbox Photo Finish primer to this day. The texture fills in all the gaps and makes sure that your makeup application goes on smooth.
The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer
A transparent, weightless option that works well under makeup and blends into all skin tones!!
Supergoop
Brows
This will last you forever, because a little REALLY does go a long way. Just don’t forget to screw the cap on tight!
This brow gel changed the game. I love that it last all day and you can sweat without the brow moving. Perfect for gym girlies.
Benefit Cosmetics 24-HR Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel with Lamination Effect
Coverage
You had to be there! Everybody that had the three step kit remembers applying it like the infomercial.
Original Loose Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15 - bareMinerals | Sephora
Don’t you love a good blend after using a color correction palette? Stila gave us what we needed in that orange for dark under eyes.
Correct & Perfect All-In-One Color Correcting Palette - stila | Sephora
Excellent coverage, longwear and very buildable. Every time I switch to a new foundation, I always end up coming back to Ol’ Reliable!
Born This Way Undetectable Medium-To-Full Coverage Foundation - Too Faced | Sephora
Hands down favorite item on this list!! Talk about dual purpose. This is coverage that can build up to a foundation like base. This concealer changed my life.
Shape Tape Concealer | Tarte Cosmetics | Sephora
I still remember my very first pan of Orgasm — I felt so special finally getting my hands on it. My complexion didn’t change much, but that shimmer made me feel absolutely magical!
Nars Orgasm Blush
Another must-have! Baking was the thing back in the day (and honestly, still is if you ask me). You knew your face was flawless if this baddie was in your collection.
Mini Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Laura Mercier | Sephora
Talk about throwback! The photo alone brings back so many memories. When contouring became popular, this was a must have. Try it with a double sided blending brush for best results.
If you had the Hoola compact in your purse, it was clear you were that girl! This bronzer lifts your cheekbones and gives the perfect warm, sun-kissed glow.
Hoola Bronzer - Benefit Cosmetics | Sephora
Everyone remembers getting their first tube of NARS concealer — and now that I’m thinking about it, I need to grab another one!
Under Eye Concealer Makeup
Tools
A good micellar water and the makeup eraser will get any waterproof makeup of pronto! Finish him!!!
The Original MakeUp Eraser | Sephora
Honestly I will never stop using the beauty blender! It’s super easy to clean and the moisture it provides creates a flawless blend to any skin type. Why stick to a brush?
Beauty Blender Pro
I absolutely love saying kabuki. And it works perfectly for contour powder!
ITA Kabuki Brush - NARS | Sephora
Lips
The og name (Stunna) really was the perfect name for this color! A true red on any tone. And the wear?? LONG.
Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint
Any color! Any day! Matte lipstick changed the game for life.