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My Makeup Must Haves
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items Hey friends! Here’s my ride-or-die makeup lineup, broken down by category. Each one is tested, loved, and performance-approved, no fluff.
Sections
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Primers
Foundation
Concealer
Bronzers
Blush
Highlight
Primers
The base that makes it all last. Hydrating, grippy, glow-boosting. These are my go-tos depending on the look I’m going for that day.
My go-to for light foundation days or when I’m just doing concealer. It’s super refreshing, like a wake-up mist for my skin, and gives me that hydrated look without adding weight.
Bare With Me Aloe & Cucumber Extract Primer & Setting Spray - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
A classic for a reason. I mainly use this to melt my cream products into the skin (blush, bronzer, contour) just blends so much better with a light mist of this.
Original Soothing Herbal Prep + Prime Fix+ Primer and Setting Spray - MAC | Ulta Beauty
This is my favorite primer. It’s a semi-sticky base that grips everything while still feeling light. Makeup layers beautifully over it. Never pills, never cakes.
1.01 oz Plump Right Back Electrolytes Plumping Primer Serum - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
The Milk Hydro Grip dupe that actually delivers. It’s super grippy, so I save it for full glam days (think long wear, full coverage, all the drama).
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Same grip as the original, but with a little extra glow from the niacinamide. I reach for this one when I need my makeup to last but my skin’s still looking a bit meh after prep.
Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
The OG grippy queen. Hydrating and tacky in the best way. This holds everything down without drying me out.
Hydro Grip Hydrating Makeup Primer with Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide
Smells like a vacation. I don’t use it alone, it’s more of a supporting act. I mist this on with cream products to help them blend better, or over makeup to bring life back into it.
Hangover 3-in-1 Replenishing Primer & Setting Spray
Foundation
From full glam to fresh-faced, here are the ones I trust to give me coverage, glow, and long wear without caking or creasing.
One of my forever favorites. Glowy, medium coverage, and somehow holds up in 90+ degree heat like it’s no big deal. Looks so pretty even hours later, it just gets better as it wears.
Fair Ivory CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation + Glow Serum with SPF 40 - IT Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
THAT GIRL. I recommend this to literally everyone. I’ve used it on brides, and it wears like a dream. Flawless, luminous, long-lasting. Think radiant matte, like your skin but filtered.
Mont Blanc Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation - NARS | Ulta Beauty
A newer fave but wow. Gorgeous coverage, smooth finish, and it wears like a high-end foundation. Your base? Flawless. End of story.
102 Super Stay Up to 30HR Wear Lumi-Matte Longwear Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Skin tint with coverage? Yes please. Long-lasting, holds up through a full day, and gives that even, healthy look without being heavy.
220 Super Stay 24H Skin Tint + Vitamin C - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
She’s a skin tint, but don’t underestimate her. She’s got coverage. Buildable, wears well, and doesn’t disappear halfway through the day.
2-3 Light True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
An OG. Medium to full coverage that blends like a dream. Still one of the best drugstore finds. She walked so others could run.
N3 Neutral Light Medium True Match Super-Blendable Foundation - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
New to me but already loving it. It’s that “your skin but evened out” type of product. Super natural and easy for everyday.
001 Conceal + Perfect Blur Out Skin Tint Stick - Milani | Ulta Beauty
My fave skin tint, hands down. It smooths everything out, gives solid medium-ish coverage, and feels light on the skin. Wears beautifully all day.
11 Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
My current obsession. Medium to buildable coverage that still looks like skin. It’s weightless, long wearing, and just makes me feel expensive.
Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation with Fermented Arnica
Concealer
Whether I’m covering a breakout or just brightening up under my eyes, these are the concealers that never let me down.
A forever classic. I don’t really use it to conceal, I reach for it more as a brightener. It layers beautifully and gives that lifted, awake look without feeling heavy.
Vanilla Radiant Creamy Concealer - NARS | Ulta Beauty
There’s a reason people rave about this one. It’s weightless, creamy, and gives a flawless, natural-looking finish. Covers everything and lasts all day.
Oat 3 Vanish Airbrush Concealer - HOURGLASS | Ulta Beauty
Another classic. Full coverage, but somehow not heavy or drying. I tap it over spots, let it sit for a minute, then set it with a bit of powder. Foundations layer beautifully on top. Acne-prone girlies? This one’s for you.
Vanilla Soft Matte Complete Concealer - NARS | Ulta Beauty
I use the Brightener shade to lift and color correct at the same time. It’s lightweight, blends easily, and adds a soft glow.
095 Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Coverage for days. It’s a drugstore dupe for Shape Tape, but a little less drying in my opinion. It stays put and covers everything you need it to.
370 Biscuit Infallible Full Wear Waterproof Concealer - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Creamy, hydrating, and perfect for my under eyes. Especially when they’re feeling dry. I always set it lightly with powder and it stays smooth all day.
33N Medium Maracuja Creaseless Concealer - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
Same cozy vibes as the Maracuja version. Creamy and gentle on the under eyes. Gives great coverage without settling weirdly. Definitely needs a soft powder set.
59H Rich Honey Creaseless Creamy Concealer - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
The cool pink shade is my go-to for correcting dark circles. I even use it on no-makeup days to perk up my eyes. Layers seamlessly under concealer without caking.
Cool Pink Corrector HD Pro Corrector Concealer - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
Bronzers
Cream, liquid, powder. I’ve got options. These warm up the face, sculpt it a bit, and always blend like butter.
So precise. I love this for nose contour, eyelid definition, and even lip contour. It’s tiny, creamy, and blends super easily.
Tapered Shapelifter Micro Contour Stick - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
Such a good glowy contour option. It blends beautifully and adds warmth without being muddy. Super beginner-friendly too.
e.l.f. Cosmetics - Fair/Light Halo Glow Contour Beauty Wand
Classic. It’s creamy but sets down nicely. The shade range is amazing and it's great for travel or quick makeup days.
Mocha Match Stix Contour Skinstick - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
So creamy and easy to work with. Gives you that sunkissed look without patchiness. A hidden gem.
Light Ultra Cream Bronzer - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
Lightweight, easy to blend, and gives a really natural bronze. Looks like you just got back from the beach, even if you didn’t leave your house.
Spilling Tea Cheek Kiss Cream Bronzer - Milani | Ulta Beauty
Shockingly good. Blends like a dream and melts into the skin. Looks way more expensive than it is.
1 Fair Camo Liquid Bronzer & Contour - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Super affordable and gives a soft bronzed finish. I love it for warming up the face quickly without going overboard.
04 - Dark Mega Bronzer - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
You already know. Smells amazing, blends like butter, and gives that tropical glow. It’s been around forever for a reason.
Bronzer Butter Bronzer Murumuru Butter Bronzer - Physicians Formula | Ulta Beauty
Elegant, smooth, and the perfect neutral bronzer. Never looks orange or ashy. Just natural warmth.
Laguna 00 Laguna Bronzer Powder Talc-Free - NARS | Ulta Beauty
My ride-or-die matte bronzer. Long wearing, smooth as silk, and the shades are so well thought-out. Can’t go wrong.
I$Land Ting Sun Stalk'r Instant Warmth Bronzer - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
You get two shades in one compact, so it’s great for mixing depending on your tan or layering for depth. Super pigmented and easy to blend.
Medium Bronzed Duo - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
She’s an icon. Matte, blendable, and always dependable. Great for contouring and bronzing, especially if you want a sculpted look without shimmer.
Original Hoola Matte Powder Bronzer - Benefit Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Blush
Blush is my weakness. Here’s a mix of cream, liquid, and powder formulas I reach for when I want that perfect flush.
The hype is real. Super pigmented, so a little goes a long way. Blends like a dream and wears all day. Gives that soft, flushed-from-within look.
Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
Super easy for on-the-go. It’s balmy, glowy, and great for no-makeup makeup days. I love it on the cheeks and lips for a coordinated look.
Lucky U Instant Crush Lip & Cheek Balm - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Creamy, blendable, and has that dreamy space-core aesthetic. Glides on and looks super natural, especially on bare skin.
audition Eclipse Cheek & Lip Stick - r.e.m. beauty | Ulta Beauty
One of the best cream blushes at the drugstore. Lightweight, easy to apply with fingers, and gives a soft, glowy finish.
Blushing Berry Cheek Kiss Cream Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty
A newer one I’ve been loving. Great color payoff, super blendable, and layers well over foundation or skin tint.
She's Cute Liquid Blush - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Affordable, beginner-friendly, and blends down to a natural satin finish. I love that it sets down without being sticky.
Bali Putty Blush - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Buildable and soft-focus. It gives a natural flush and never looks chalky. Easy to work with, even if you’re heavy-handed.
Rose Kiss Blusher Reloaded - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
Lives up to the name. Super blendable and flattering on the skin. A great everyday staple that always looks smooth.
Baby Blossom C1-2 True Match Super Blendable Blush - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Pigmented and blendable. Gives a radiant, juicy cheek look. Looks high-end for the price.
Coral Crush Camo Liquid Blush - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
A little glow, a lot of pigment. These give a soft-focus finish with a hint of radiance. Perfect if you want something luminous but not sparkly.
Gentle Mineralize Powder Blush - MAC | Ulta Beauty
A true classic. Reliable, long-wearing, and the shade range is iconic. You can always count on MAC.
Mocha Powder Blush - MAC | Ulta Beauty
Love this for travel or quick makeup days. The blush shades are smooth and wearable, with just enough pigment.
Blind Date Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
Not just pretty to look at. It actually performs. It’s soft, buildable, and blends like a high-end blush. Gives a romantic, natural flush that works for everyday or full glam.
Blossomtime Rose Rose Powder Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty
Highlight
Give me all the glow! These highlighters range from soft and dewy to full-on sparkle (depending on the mood of course).
So silky and glowy. It blends out like a dream and dries down without losing the sheen. Looks radiant, not glittery.
Positive Light Liquid Luminizer Highlight
Iconic bouncy texture. This gives that high-shine, almost wet-looking glow and melts right into the skin. Best applied with fingers, IMO.
Flexitarian Super Shock Highlighter - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Juicy, dewy glow that doesn’t disturb your base. Love this one for a fresh, youthful highlight that looks like skin.
Rose Lustre Beam Bright Highlighter - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
Soft, pink-toned glow that’s perfect under or over makeup. It gives you that “angel skin” effect. Great for brightening dull areas.
High Beam Satin Pink Liquid Highlighter - Benefit Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Gorgeous glow in a bottle. Super reflective and long-wearing. A little goes a long way, and it layers beautifully over makeup.
Sugar Donut Liquid Hi-Lite - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
So easy to use and blends seamlessly. Gives a soft glow without looking metallic. Just radiant, hydrated skin.
Liquid Gold Halo Glow Highlight Beauty Wand - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Glass skin vibes. It’s buttery, radiant, and catches the light in such a pretty, non-glittery way. Obsessed is an understatement.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Positive Light Silky Touch ...
Reliable and smooth. The pigment is great and it sits well on the skin. Lots of shades to match your vibe.
Boombox Pressed Powder Highlighter - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Affordable and super glowy. Packs a punch but still blends easily. Great everyday highlight or build it up for full glam.
Make An Impact Highlight Reloaded - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
So glowy, so golden. Cookie is that girl. Reflective but soft, and never chalky. One of the best powder highlighters out there, period.
Cookie Golden Pearl Powder Highlighter - Benefit Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Smooth, buttery, and super blendable. Gives a lit-from-within shine without emphasizing texture. Drugstore gem.
Bright & Butta Buttermelt Highlight - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Pure sparkle. This one’s not for subtlety. It’s like diamond dust on your face. I love tapping it over the cheeks or eyes when I want that glittery, wet-look glow. Looks amazing on the eyes as well.
How Many Carats?! Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
Setting Spray
The final step. Whether I want a matte, dewy, or natural finish, these sprays help everything melt together and stay all day.
This gives glass skin. Sets your makeup while adding the prettiest dewy sheen. If you love that radiant, juicy finish, this is it.
Powder Melt Glass Setting Spray
LOCKS. IT. IN. My go-to for full glam or sweaty days. Matte, waterproof, and will not budge. Your makeup is staying put no matter what.
On 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
The OG. Keeps makeup fresh and flawless for hours. It’s reliable, iconic, and a staple for a reason.
All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Affordable and so pretty on the skin. Gives that soft, lit-from-within finish and helps your makeup last all day.
Make It Last Dewy - Dewy Finish Setting Spray - Milani | Ulta Beauty
Feels cooling and hydrating, perfect for summer or when your skin’s feeling dry. A nice balance of setting and skin-refreshing.
Superfix Hydra Cool Prep + Fix Continuous Fixing Mist - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
The mist is so fine and refreshing. Sets everything down beautifully and melts powders into the skin for a seamless look.
2.8 oz Continuous Setting Mist - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
Budget-friendly and gets the job done. The fine mist is chef’s kiss, and it helps everything stay smooth and in place without being too matte or dewy.
Stay All Night Micro-Fine Setting Mist - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Double duty queen: sets your makeup and adds SPF. Glowy finish, great for daytime touch-ups or refreshing your base on sunny days.
Suntouchable All Set for Sun SPF 45 - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Brows
Brows shape the whole face. These are my staples for filling, fluffing, and locking them into place.
Tiny tip, big impact. Great for quick, natural shaping, especially if you’re in a rush or doing a light makeup day.
Black Brown Express Brow Ultra Slim Pencil - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
This one gives structure without stiffness. Love it for soft, brushed-up brows that actually stay put.
Clear Brow Laminating Gel - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
I’m obsessed. This literally changed my brow game. Super fast to use, gives realistic hair strokes, and makes brows look full without the effort.
Blonde Faux Brow Ultra Fine Double-Brush Tip Brow Filling Pen - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Laminated brow vibes in a tube. Holds hairs up all day without flaking or crunchiness. Easy, affordable, and it just works.
Medium Brown The Brow Glue Laminating Setting Gel - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
A classic for a reason. Ultra-fine tip, waterproof, and gives that natural hair-stroke look. I use it when I want perfectly defined but not overdone brows.
1 Precisely, My Brow Pencil Waterproof Eyebrow Definer - Benefit Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Lips
Gloss, balm, stain, liner. You name it, I've got it. These are the lip products I keep in constant rotation for any occasion.
Juicy, buildable color that actually stains the lips without drying them out. Perfect for that blurred, just-bitten look that lasts.
Mai Type Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
Somehow hydrating, glossy, and long-lasting all at once. Wears down beautifully and leaves behind a nice tint.
Berry Thirsty Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
A forever fave. Non-sticky, smells good, and adds just the right amount of color and shine. Throw-it-in-your-bag kinda gloss.
Praline Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Creamy, easy to blend, and holds its shape well. Great for both lining and filling in the lips.
Spill the Tea Cream Glide Lip Liner - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Plumping without the sting. Juicy, smooth, and makes your lips look fuller and hydrated. I love using this as a topper.
Ice Lifter Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
One of my faves (right after Jack Black). The scents are delicious but not overpowering, the squeeze tube is super easy, and it hydrates perfectly. I love it during makeup. Apply before, wipe off the extra, and layer lip products on top.
Vanilla Frosting Squeeze Me Lip Balm - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
This stuff does not move. Super pigmented, long-lasting, and perfect for events or nights out.
Pioneer SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Plumps and defines at the same time. Adds a bit of that full-lip illusion even before gloss.
Pinkjection Duck Plump Retractable Plumping Lip Liner - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Velvety-soft texture with a matte finish. I love using these under gloss or on their own with balm.
Alabama Suede Matte Lip Liner Velvet Soft Vegan Lip Pencil - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
The queen of glosses. Shiny, smoothing, and flattering on everyone. Smells amazing and makes your lips look $$$.
MANGO MARGZ Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
Hydrating and glossy with a hint of color. Feels so good on dry lips. Like a treatment and a gloss in one.
Pink Quartz Glow Reviver Lip Oil - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
So fun to use and actually hydrating. Feels like a balm but gives the shine of a gloss. Great for no-makeup days or topping off lip liner. The click-up packaging is addictive (in a good way).
DM Me Fat Oil Slick Click Vegan Lip Balm - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Eyes
From easy cream shadows to full glam palettes, liners, and mascaras. These are the products that bring my eye looks to life.
My favorite cream shadow. Swipe, blend, done. Perfect for quick makeup days or layering with powder shadows.
Honey BB Shadow Stix - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
My go-to glitter shadow. Total dupe for Urban Decay’s Moondust but way more affordable. Packs a punch with minimal fallout.
Champagne Showers Fine As Fleck Glitter Eyeshadow - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
She’s my everyday ride or die. Super blendable, timeless shades, and totally bridal-approved. Works for any look.
Soft Glam Eyeshadow Palette - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
Honestly, all their palettes slap. This one’s just a current fave. Rosy tones, pigmented, and super easy to work with.
By The Rosé Pressed Powder Palette - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
So cute for adding a little pop of color. Creamy, pigmented, and doesn’t smudge.
Honeydude BFF Crème Gel Liner - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Hands down the best eyeliner. Super precise, super black, and doesn’t bleed. I stock up on this one.
Numero Uno BFF Ultra Fine Liquid Liner - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Gets the job done without pinching. Simple, effective, and a staple in my kit.
Pro Eyelash Curler - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
If you’re not separating your lashes, you’re missing out. This one’s gentle but actually works, no more clumps
Gentle & Smooth Eyelash Comb Separator - J.Cat Beauty | Ulta Beauty
Length, lift, and it stays. Great for humid days or when you need your lashes to survive anything.
Very Black Lash Sensational Firework Waterproof Mascara - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Budget-friendly, gives you curl and volume, and layers well without flaking. Great everyday mascara.
Black Lash 'N Roll Curling & Lifting Mascara - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Only tubing mascara I use. Doesn’t budge, flakes, or smudge, removes with warm water. Perfect for sensitive eyes or long days.
Black Tartelette Tubing Mascara - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
If I’m splurging, this is the one. Insane volume, great length, and it gives that bold lash look without falsies.
Intense Pitch Black BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara - Benefit Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
I’ve tried others. This is the one I always come back to. Keeps shadow locked in, no creasing, ever.
Travel Size Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Setting Powders
I use this to set my whole face. It blurs, smooths, and locks everything in without making me look flat or dry. Reliable and super fine.
Coffee Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder - FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna | Ulta Beauty
Only under my eyes and wow. The pink shade brightens like magic and makes me look way more awake. Obsessed.
Brightening Pink Jumbo Bake & Set Setting Powder - Morphe | Ulta Beauty