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Everyday Makeup Essentials (My Tried & True Favorites)
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items I am not a professional makeup artist… but I have watched approximately 4,000 TikToks, so basically same thing. These are the products I reach for daily — the ones that make me look awake, slightly put together, and like I didn’t hit snooze 7 times. ...
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Skin Prep
Base Makeup
Blush
Eyes
Lips
Finishing Products
Skin Prep
This is what I use before makeup to make everything go on smoother, look better, and last longer. Honestly… this step makes the biggest difference.
This is my lazy girl foundation. Skincare, SPF, and light coverage in one — and it actually makes my skin look good instead of greasy.
DRMTLGY Tinted Moisurizer
use this before makeup when I want my skin to look smoother and more hydrated. It makes everything go on better and look less dry.
DRMTLGY Needle-Less Serum
These are my secret weapon when I look exhausted. Helps de-puff and makes me look way more awake before I even start makeup.
DRMTLGY Brightening Eye Masks
Base Makeup
These are my go-to base products when I want my skin to look even, smooth, and like I actually got enough sleep. Whether I’m doing a full face or something quick, this is what I reach for to pull everything together.
This is my go-to when I need my makeup to last all day. Great coverage without feeling too heavy.
amazonian clay 16-hour full coverage foundation
Perfect for a quick, easy makeup day. Makes my skin look even and put together in no time.
Baked Balance-n-Brighten Color Correcting Foundation
This is what I use when I need to look awake and like I have my life together. Covers everything without looking cakey or heavy.
NARS-Radiant Creamy Concealer
Blush
This is where I add a little life back into my face. These are my go-to blushes for that natural, glowy, “I didn’t sleep but you’d never know” look.
Adds the prettiest natural glow without looking like too much. My go-to for an easy fresh look. Tropical peach is my personal fave.
Baked Blush-n-Brighten Marbleized Blush | Brightening Blush for Mature Skin
A tiny bit goes a LONG way with this. It blends really nicely and gives that natural flush that actually lasts all day.
Rare Beauty-Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
This is one of those blushes that just always looks good. Gives a soft glow and works with pretty much any makeup look.
NARS The Multiple Soft Blur Blush Stick for Cheeks, Eyes and Lips
This is such a good affordable option. It has a little glow to it and makes my skin look way more alive without trying too hard.
Baked Blush - Milani Cosmetics
Super easy to use and blends out really nicely. Perfect if you want something quick that still looks good.
Putty Cream Blush | e.l.f. Cosmetics
Eyes
These are my everyday eye products that make the biggest difference with the least effort. If I’m doing nothing else, I’m at least doing this so I look a little more awake and put together.
This is my everyday mascara and it’s SO good for the price. The brush makes my lashes look longer and fuller without clumping, and I can literally grab it at the drugstore. I save my other mascaras for special occasions, but this is the one I use all...
Voluminous Original Washable Mascara - L'Oréal Paris
The mascara I use when I want length and definition without clumping.
lights, camera, lashes™ 4-in-1 24-hour mascara
This is my “more dramatic lashes” mascara. Adds volume and makes everything stand out more.
Diorshow Mascara - DIOR
If you love warm, glowy tones… this is THAT palette. Lots of shimmers and bronzy shades that make it really easy to create a full look without overthinking it. 💖
Too Faced-Born This Way Sunset Stripped Eye Shadow Palette
This palette is full of those warm, gold, and bronze tones that always look good. It’s my go-to when I want a slightly more polished version of my usual look.
Soft Glam Eyeshadow Palette - Anastasia Beverly Hills
A more affordable option that still gives that warm, neutral, slightly glam vibe. Easy to use and perfect for everyday looks.
Colour Pop-Shop Nude Mood
This is one of my go-to palettes when I want that warm, bronzy, glowy look. The shades are super easy to blend and I don’t have to think too hard — it just always turns out good.
tartelette™ toasted eyeshadow palette - Tarte™
This is my go-to when I want that bronzy, glowy, slightly shimmery eye look. The shades are super flattering and make it really easy to look put together without doing anything complicated.
Morphe 9R Bronze Metal Artistry Palette | Eyeshadow Collection
Such an easy, affordable option for a quick eye look. I use this when I don’t feel like dealing with a full palette — just swipe, blend, and done.
NYX Jumbo Eye & Eyeshadow Pencil
I specifically use the Moonlight shade and it’s SO good. It’s the perfect shimmery champagne color that makes my eyes look brighter and more put together with basically no effort.
Laura Mercier Caviar Stick | Shimmer Eyeshadow Sticks
Lips
My easy, go-to lip products that finish the look without requiring a lot of effort. These are the ones I grab when I want something simple but still cute.
I swear every shade of this is good. It lasts forever, doesn’t feel heavy, and is perfect when I want color without constantly reapplying. One of my easiest go-to lip products.
NYX Long-Lasting Lip Stains & Tints
This is my “throw it on and go” lip product. Super glossy, hydrating, and makes my lips look way better with zero effort.
NYX Tinted Lip Oil - Fat Oil Lip Drip Lip Gloss
You literally cannot go wrong with these. So many good shades, super comfortable, and gives the perfect glossy finish without being sticky.
NYX Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss
This makes my lips look fuller and super glossy without that intense burning feeling. It’s one of those products that just makes your lips look better instantly.
Hydrating Lifter Lip Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid - Maybelline
Okay this one actually WORKS. It definitely tingles, but it gives that fuller lip look fast and is perfect when I want a little extra drama.
Too-faced Lip Injection Extreme Lip Plumper
I use this when my lips are dry and need help ASAP. I wake up and they’re so much softer — it’s one of those products I keep repurchasing.
LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask Masque de Nuit Hydratant - Sephora
Finishing Products
This is what I use at the end to pull everything together and make my makeup actually last. These products add warmth, lock everything in, and give that “okay wait… I actually look put together” final touch.
This is what keeps my makeup from disappearing halfway through the day. I notice a huge difference when I use it vs when I don’t.
All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Urban Decay
This adds just enough warmth and definition without looking overdone. Easy to use even when I’m rushing.
Hoola Matte Bronzer powder bronzer for face | Benefit Cosmetics
This is my easy, everyday bronzer. Blends super smoothly and gives that natural sun-kissed look without looking patchy or overdone. iIuse Sunkissed.
Murumuru Butter Bronzer - Physician's Formula
This is what I use when I need my makeup to actually last all day. Keeps everything in place and somehow still makes my skin look smooth.
Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray - Charlotte Tilbury