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Primed and Set: Sweat and Water proof Makeup

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This is the baseline list of products that have made my drag makeup sweat proof and water proof. To test it I walked for hours with it in Pride and then even went into the ocean after the parade, my face was still on.
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Brushes and Sponges

 
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The right tools to start you off, you wont need much else for your face! And dont be afraid to experiment. I love using the smaller brushes for contour and highlight.
Makeup Brush Sets
 
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My honest favorite brush in my kit, and my favorite to use for blush.
Trixie Cosmetics - P-12 Angled Cheek Brush
 
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I love a dual ended brush whenever I can find one, and these ones are very soft and the shorter bristled ones are nice and dense.
Eye Brushes
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Prime

 
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The base of it all! Use on clean skin and let it get tacky before applying foundation.
Face Glue Gripping Makeup Primer

Liquids and Creams

 
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“A Really Good Foundation” indeed! Full coverage but not heavy. All around what I want!
Kimchi Chic Foundation
 
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For when I want something lighter and fresher but still with retaining power.
Triclone™ Skin Tech Foundation
 
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Full coverage and lightweight, perfect for the mountain of highlights on my drag face.
Hydrating Camo Concealer | Full Coverage
 
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Loooove to contour with this! Very easy and a really nice formula that just glides on.
CoverGirl Trublend Skin Enhancer Contour Stick

Powders

 
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First powdering step. I use the transluscent one after all my cream and liquid makeup is on so it doesnt mess with the pigments I’ve got already.
Can't Stop Won't Stop Mattifying Pressed Powder
 
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A second powder, this time with some pigment to even out my base
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Powder Foundation Makeup
 
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Just the best contour palette, I will never look back. I’ve been using it for years in theater and drag and I will not change it.
NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Highlight & Contour Pro
 
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My favorite blush for drag so far! It feels like it could just as easily be stage ready or everyday.
Plush Bunny Blush

Liners

 
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The best I’ve tried to draw on facial hair! I use it after powdering and then add a small bit of translucent powder on top.
Creme Colors by Ben Nye
 
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Looove these to line my eyes and add details to drawn on facial hair, as well as graphic liners!
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
 
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Holds true and will not budge from your lashes!
Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara
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Set

 
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The best setting spray I’ve tried so far! Seriously I think this is the one that had me going into the ocean and emerging with still a full face on.
The Vegan Face Glue Setting Spray