Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!

Make up essentials for beginners

Purple Star emoji 58 items
✨ Beginner-Friendly Makeup Must-Haves ✨ Starting your makeup journey can feel overwhelming, but this list has you covered with simple, easy-to-use products perfect for beginners. From lightweight foundations and natural-looking blushes to essential b...
Sections
12
 
 
 
 
 
 

1.Skin prep

🌿 Skin Prep Essentials 🌿 Great makeup starts with great skin prep! This section covers the basics you’ll need before applying any makeup — a gentle face wash to cleanse, a refreshing toner to balance, a hydrating moisturizer to keep your skin soft ...
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
One of my top Cream cleanser face wash
Remove Makeup & Refresh Skin with Glycolipid Cream Cleanser
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Best for normal to oily skin
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser, Daily Face Wash for Normal to Oily Skin, 12 fl oz
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Hydrating gentle cleanser for all skin types
Face Wash & Face Cleansers for All Skin Types
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Gentle skin cleanser for skin prep
Cetaphil in Beauty by Top Brands(303)
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Helps restore protective skin barrier
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Toner, Alcohol Free Toner for Normal to Dry Skin 6.8 fl oz
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Safe for sensitive skin types
Pure Skin Fragrance Free Face Toner
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
One of my best top 3 toners
Break Even Balancing Skin Toner For Normal, Oily & Combo Skin
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Korean skin care products never disappoint
Anua Toner
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
For that weightless feel , smooth skin !
CeraVe : Moisturizers
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Daily facial moisturiser for all skin types
Cetaphil Moisturizer
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Bubble still remains on my top 3 best product distributors list! NEVER DISAPPOINTS
Slam Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer for Normal & Dry Skin Types
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Oil free sunscreen for face prep
Neutrogena : Sunscreen
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Water resistant sunscreen lotion for face and body 🤏
Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30
placeholder
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Skin tint for every skin tone
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Best for that hydrating skin feeling
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella, Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50 ...
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Pure glass clean tone up!
Numbuzin No.1 Pure Glass Clean Tone Up, SPF 50+ PA++++, 1.69 fl oz (50 ml)

2.Primers

✨ Primer ✨ Primer is the secret step to a smooth, long-lasting makeup look. It creates an even base, blurs pores and fine lines, and helps your foundation stay put all day. Whether you want a matte finish, extra glow, or added hydration, primer prep...
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
The Brand got so many options to choose from according to your preferences
Revolution Primer
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Comes in 3 options to choose from: liquid poreless ,power grip primer or primer stick
e.l.f.'s Best Face Primers for Makeup
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Secret to best makeup look= Never Skip Primer Application
Primer | Skincare
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Best for that professional makeup look !
Makeup, Face & Foundation Primers

3. Foundation

💫 Foundation 💫 Foundation evens out your skin tone and creates a smooth base for the rest of your makeup. It comes in different formulas — liquid, cream, or powder — so you can choose the one that feels most comfortable for your skin type. Whether ...
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
I highly recommend this one for my girlies with dry skin !
Fit Me Foundation
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
2 in 1 foundation + concealer for dry skin
Conceal + Perfect 2-In-1 Foundation and Concealer
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Make the best choice and stop at any sephora store to get samples of their amazing foundations.
Foundations
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Best Foundation for normal skin
Foundation Makeup & CC Cream
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Affordable foundation for normal skin type! Shop now 🙂
Foundation
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
The best face foundation for oily skin
Full Range Face Foundation Makeup

4. Concealer

Concealer Covers blemishes, dark circles, and redness for a flawless, even look. Use a shade that matches your skin for spots or a lighter one to brighten under the eyes. Blend gently for a natural finish.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Comes in all cutest mini sizes for travelling purposes !" Quite convenient right "__
Revealer Concealer
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Covers all wrinkles for that instant age rewind gorgeous look !
maybelline-instant-age-rewind-concealer
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Got multiple shades to choose from
Pro Concealer

5 . Contour

Contour is used to define and shape your face by creating shadows. Apply a shade slightly darker than your skin tone along the hollows of your cheeks, jawline, and sides of your nose to add depth and dimension. Blend well for a natural, sculpted loo...
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Best contour palette
Contour Makeup and Palettes
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Got the best shades for the best blend
Contour Makeup Products & Palettes
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Highly recommend for that bright under-eye look
Conceal + Perfect Liquid Contour

6.Setting powder

Setting powder helps lock in your makeup, reduce shine, and keep your foundation and concealer in place all day. Apply lightly over your face using a brush or puff, focusing on areas that tend to get oily, for a smooth, matte finish.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Key to long-lasting gorgeous makeup look
Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Laura Mercier
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Fenty beauty always delivers🫡🤏, l'm not gonna lie
Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Say no to that cakey make up look ! GIVENCHY always does the magic
Prisme Libre 4-Color Loose Powder
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Best for that long lasting make-up look🙃
Make It Last Mattifying Setting Powder

7.Blush

Blush adds a healthy, natural-looking flush to your cheeks. Apply a soft amount to the apples of your cheeks and blend outward toward your temples for a fresh, radiant look. Choose a shade that complements your skin tone for the best effect.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Sephora got the best blush samples for you to try !
Shop the Best Blush
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
When packaging never disappoints..Just know the product is out of this world! Milani remains in my top 3 best makeup products distributors
Rose Powder Blush | Milani Cosmetics
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Cream , powder , liquid blush !The first time l started my make-up journey , I literally had to get all because l couldn't choose : They all did the magic for me .
Blusher | Cream, Powder and Liquid Blush

8.Highlighter

Highlighter adds a radiant glow to your skin by accentuating the high points of your face. Apply it to areas like the cheekbones, brow bones, bridge of the nose, and cupid’s bow for a luminous, lifted look. Blend well for a natural shine.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
e.l.f literally has got the most convenient products no lie ...It just blends perfectly
Halo Glow Liquid Highlighter Wand
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
For that natural radiant glow!
Cream Highlighter Stick for a Radiant Glow
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Creates that phenomenal glowing beauty
Highlighter
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Still using the one l got last year and l really love it !
Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter

9.Setting Spray

Setting spray helps lock in your makeup and keep it looking fresh all day. After finishing your makeup, hold the bottle a few inches from your face and mist lightly for a long-lasting, dewy, or matte finish depending on your choice.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
You definitely need one in your life truste me!
Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
One/size waterproof setting spray for that finished glamorous look
ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr On 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
My friend gifted me this set for my birthday last month and l love it
Powder & Setting Spray
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Long lasting and alcohol free setting spray
Prep + Prime Fix+ Matte - Mattifying Primer

10 .Eyeshadow and Eyeliner

Eyeshadow adds color and depth to your lids, while eyeliner defines your eyes. Blend eyeshadow and line your lash line for a polished, eye-catching look.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Create your desired look with sephora Pro eyeshadow palette
Sephora Pro Palette
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Create that perfect stroke with rare beauty liquid eyeliner
Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes by Rare Beauty, 0.03oz Matte Liquid Liner - Black
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Pencil liner , liquid liner! You name it .. Shop yours now at hudabeauty.com
Eyeliner
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Literally the best for that volume look on your eyes
Mascara - Waterproof, Lengthening & Volumizing

11.Lip makeup

Lip makeup adds color and definition to your lips, completing your look. Choose from lipsticks, glosses, or tints in shades that complement your skin tone. Apply carefully and use a lip liner for a precise, long-lasting finish
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
I used to ignore my lips literally need a skincare routine as well before anything else! I started using laneige 2 years back and my lips literally have a natural glowy look and always look hydrated
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Lip therapy everyone needs to have !
Vaseline in Lip Care(811)
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
No make up is complete without a lip gloss and elf has got you covered
Lip Gloss, Lip Oil and Lip Stain
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
I always get my favourite warm brown shade from the one and only HUDABEAUTY
Lipstick

12.Makeup tools

Makeup tools help you apply products smoothly and achieve a professional finish. This includes brushes, sponges, and applicators for foundation, eyeshadow, blush, and more. Clean them regularly to keep your makeup flawless and your skin healthy.
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
One thing my makeup artist always used to tell me is no matter how good your products are , if you don't have the right tools and skills, your layering is not gonna be flawless
Makeup Brushes
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Always get the right tools
Makeup Sponges & Wedges in Makeup Tools & Brushes(369)
 
Kelly Sen profile picture
Love my set
Sponges & Applicators