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Makeup Magic: Sephora’s Best Picks
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items These are my ultimate Sephora faves, the ones I’ve tested, loved, and can’t live without. These are the ones I swear by!
Sections
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Primers
Foundation/concealer
Powders
Blush
Bronzer/contour
Brows
Primers
From water-based to silicone-based primers, they are designed to create the perfect base for makeup.
It blurs my pores beautifully. I like to use it paired with the Easy Blur Foundation and Setting Powder by Huda.
Huda Beauty Easy Blur Primer
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It delivers the perfect balance of hydration without leaving my face feeling sticky. Pro Tip: Make sure to let it fully dry before applying foundation for the long-lasting results.
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Hydrating Makeup Primer with Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide
Blurs pores instantly, makes foundation glide on, and keeps makeup looking flawless all day.
Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Primer
Foundation/concealer
From water-based to oil-based formulas, foundations and concealers offer a range of coverage options, from medium to full.
This oil-based foundation offers medium coverage. For the best results, I recommend pairing it with the Easy Blur Primer and Setting Powder by Huda.
Huda Beauty Easy Blur Natural Airbrush Foundation with Niacinamide
This oil-based foundation offers medium coverage with a natural finish. It blends seamlessly into my skin and doesn’t transfer.
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Natural Glow Foundation
This water-based concealer delivers full coverage with a natural finish. I use it everyday for hiding spots and dark under-eye circles.
Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Concealer
It blends like a dream, feels lightweight and gives such a smooth, natural finish. Totally worth it.
Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Hydrating + De-puffing Concealer with Fermented Arnica
Lightweight but full coverage, brightens under eyes without creasing, and feels super hydrating.
Natasha Denona Hy-Glam Brightening & Hydrating Medium to Full Coverage Crease Proof Serum Concealer
Powders
From translucent to matte finishes, these powders are go-to for locking in your makeup.
It creates an airbrushed effect in real life and my makeup is not moving for whole day. It works especially well for oily skin.
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder
It blurs imperfections and sets my makeup without any heaviness. I love how it provides a soft-focus effect.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
It controls my shine even during hot weather. Plus, it comes with a puff for easy touch-ups, making it perfect for on-the-go.
Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Pressed Powder
Blush
From liquid to powder to cream formulas, these blushes are perfect for providing a natural flush of color.
Blends like a dream, buildable color that looks fresh and dewy all day.
Rhode Pocket Blush Buildable Hydrating Cream Blush
Using the cream blush after the powder is a game-changer for me. It adds extra dimension and depth to my cheeks and it is incredibly pigmented.
Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo
It is absolutely gorgeous and suits my pale skin. It has a matte finish with excellent pigmentation and it's acne-safe.
Too Faced Cloud Crush Blush
It blends effortlessly into my base without fading or streaking. I love that I can easily blend it with my fingers too.
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
Bronzer/contour
Whether you prefer powder, cream or liquid formulas, these products are perfect for achieving that sun-kissed glow or sharp, defined cheekbones.
It’s incredibly creamy and easy to blend, perfect for beginners. I apply an even amount to the back of my hand and lightly tap a brush into the cream.
LYS Beauty No Limits Cream Bronzer Stick
The quality is top-notch and the pigment is impressive. The color complements even my fair skin beautifully.
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Powder Bronzer
I love the cool-toned formula. It’s incredibly simple to use and is compact enough to carry around for touch-ups. I primarily use it for my nose contour.
Fenty Beauty Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick
It's creamy, blendable, and gives the most natural sculpted look.
Makeup by Mario SoftSculpt Cream Contour & Bronzer Shaping Stick
Buildable, lightweight bronzer that gives a natural sun-kissed glow without looking muddy.
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Bronzing Drops
Brows
Your brows can make or break your look and these products will help you to achieve everything from bold arches to natural strokes.
The pigment is amazing and it blends seamlessly with my brows.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
It is super precise and gives a natural look. The ultra-fine tip makes it easy to mimic real brow hairs, and the spoolie blends everything out perfectly.
Benefit Precisely, My Brow Pencil Waterproof Eyebrow Definer
It holds my brows in place all day without the white residue. The comb is super practical and easy to use.
Brow Sculpt Shape and Hold Gel with Lamination Effect
Eyeshadows/highlighter
From bold, vibrant hues to subtle shimmers, these formulas are designed to blend seamlessly, creating everything from soft, everyday looks to intense, glam moments.
The formula is creamy and blends like a dream, with great pigmentation. The neutral tones are so versatile and the shimmer shades add just the right amount of sparkle.
Patrick Ta Major Dimension Eyeshadow Palette
The perfect palette for every basic eye look! The shades have great pigmentation and are easily buildable for a more intense look.
MAKEUP BY MARIO The Original Eyeshadow Palette
You can use it as a shadow, a topper or even as a highlight. The pigment is rich and the shimmer is absolutely stunning.
Patrick Ta Major Dimension Eye Illusion Eyeshadow Duo
The glow it gives is between a natural radiance and a more shimmery finish. I love using it not only as a highlighter but also as eyeshadow, it’s stunning either way.
Benefit Cosmetics Cookie Powder Highlighter
ABSOLUTELY THE BEST highlighter ever! I use it on my lids as eyeshadow and on my lips for a sparkly finish. It’s long-lasting, easy to apply and looks incredible.
Fenty Beauty Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil
Mascara/eyeliner/eye pencils
From volumizing mascaras that give you dramatic lashes to precise eyeliners that create sharp, defined lines, these products are perfect for layering, building and blending to achieve any eye look.
It provides a noticeable lash lift, making my lashes appear even fuller and longer. There’s hardly any clumping, especially if you apply it with the right technique.
Lancôme Lash Idôle Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara
It adds incredible volume, long-wearing and holds the curl.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara
The precision tip makes it super easy for me to create sharp lines. The formula is incredibly pigmented, it dries quickly and also water-resistant.
Fenty Beauty Flyliner Longwear Liquid Eyeliner
My go-to for any eye look. It blends smoothly, sharpens easily and is fully waterproof. The shade range is incredible.
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil
Lips
Whether you love precise lip liners for definition, creamy lipsticks for smooth application or lightweight tints for a flush of color, these products offer versatility for any lip look.
Smooth, long-lasting, and defines lips perfectly without feeling dry.
Make up Forever Artist Color Pencil Longwear Lip Liner
The formula is creamy and it blends effortlessly. It doesn't have orange undertone on fair skin like mine. Even with gloss on top, the liner stays on.
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner
It stays glossy while being hydrating and comfortable on my lips. It delivers a juicy shine with a creamy texture that isn’t sticky at all.
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Cream Color Drip Lip Cream
Hydrating with a natural, glossy tint, makes lips look effortlessly healthy and fresh.
Rhode Peptide Lip Tint Nourishing Glaze
Creamy, glossy and super comfortable, adds a perfect pop of color with a shiny finish.
YSL Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick
The shade "Uncensored" is hands down my favorite red lipstick. It’s the perfect red that suits every skin tone. The applicator is unique and super easy to use.
Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color
It combines hydration, plumping and color in one product. Perfect for a juicy pout without the stickiness.
Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump Gloss
Sprays
From ultra-mattifying sprays that control shine to hydrating mists that refresh and dewy finishes that give you a glowing complexion, there's something for every skin type and preference.
It keeps my makeup locked in place for an entire day, even in sweaty conditions. It gives my skin a healthy appearance, a miracle worker in setting makeup.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
It keeps my makeup looking fresh all day, no matter how hot or humid it gets. It’s especially great for events where you need your makeup to last for hours (weddings or concerts).
Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting
Gives that soft, glassy finish without the grease. Locks everything in and actually feels weightless!
One/Size Powder Melt Glass Setting Spray