Early-2000s makeup energy: body glitter, colorful and metallic liners, bright shadow palettes, frosty highlighter, big-lash mascara and the brushes to blend it all. It's the Y2K makeup bag wishlist from Benefit, NYX and e.l.f. Wishlist picks, not rev...
NYX loose glitter for face and body ✨ Glitter on the cheekbones and collarbones was the ultimate 2001 going-out look. I'm eyeing a silvery shade for concerts and parties. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Loose Face & Body Glitter
Brightly colored liquid eyeliner from NYX 💙 Electric blue or pink liner is a total early-2000s pop-star move. I'm eyeing a bright shade for a fun graphic wing. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Vivid Brights Colored Liquid Eyeliner
NYX's Ultimate Shadow Palette 🎨 Lots of shades in one compact, perfect for recreating frosty and colorful 2000s eye looks. I'm eyeing it as an affordable all-in-one palette. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Ultimate Shadow Palette
Metallic liquid liner from NYX 🪩 Chrome and metallic eyes were all over 2000-era music videos. I'm eyeing a silver or gold shade for a futuristic Y2K look. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Epic Wear Metallic Liquid Liner
NYX Buttermelt Blush 🌸 Rosy, flushed cheeks are the cozy side of Y2K makeup. I'm eyeing a soft pink shade to pair with clear lip gloss. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Buttermelt Blush
NYX Buttermelt shimmer powder highlighter 💫 Shimmery cheekbones are pure 2000s lip-gloss-girl energy. I'm eyeing it as an easy everyday glow. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Buttermelt Shimmer Powder Highlighter
NYX Epic Ink waterproof liquid liner 🖤 A sharp black wing was the 2000s going-out essential. I'm eyeing this as a budget-friendly liner that stays put. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
NYX Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
Benefit's BADgal BANG! volumizing mascara 👁️ Big, voluminous lashes complete any 2000s glam look. I'm eyeing it for a full flirty-lash moment. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
Benefit BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara
Benefit's Roller Lash curling mascara 🎀 Curled, wide-awake lashes are the doe-eyed 2000s look. I'm eyeing it for everyday wear. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
Benefit Roller Lash Curling Mascara
Benefit's They're Real! lengthening mascara ✨ Long, fluttery lashes go with frosty shadow and glossy lips for the full Y2K face. I'm eyeing it for nights out. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
Benefit They're Real! Lengthening Mascara
Benefit's High Beam liquid highlighter 🌟 A pearly liquid glow dabbed on the cheekbones is very early-2000s. I'm eyeing it for a dewy, lit-from-within look. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
Benefit High Beam Liquid Highlighter
Benefit's Dandelion Twinkle powder highlighter ✨ A soft, shimmery glow that feels very 2000s-prom-photo. I'm eyeing it to pair with the Dandelion blush from my beauty list. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
Benefit Dandelion Twinkle Powder Highlighter
e.l.f.'s 12-piece professional brush set 🖌️ A full brush lineup for blending shimmer shadow, blush and highlighter, at an e.l.f. price. I'm eyeing it as the starter kit for every look on this list. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
e.l.f. Professional Set of 12 Makeup Brushes
e.l.f.'s Ultimate Eyes 5-piece brush collection 👁️ Eye brushes for packing on shimmer and smudging liner, the two most important steps for 2000s eye makeup. I'm eyeing it to go with the NYX palette. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)
e.l.f. Ultimate Eyes 5-Piece Brush Collection
e.l.f.'s Complexion Essentials brush and sponge set 🧽 The tools for a smooth base before the glitter and gloss. I'm eyeing it as a budget-friendly way to upgrade my makeup bag. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission.)