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!
Makeup Artist Approved Must-Haves
26
items My tried-and-true beauty essentials as a makeup artist — the products I trust for performance, wear, and results.
Sections
1
Skin Prep
Skin Prep
A classic artist staple. I love it for giving the skin lightweight hydration and glow without making makeup slide around.
Prep + Prime Natural Radiance
For my brides and ceos This is one of the best high-ticket options because it does so much in one device. I like it for clients or followers who want a more advanced at-home ritual with microcurrent, LED, and massage in one. While creating a luxury e...
TheraFace PRO (White) | Clinically-Proven All-in-One ...
A classic for a reason. I love this for skin prep because it leaves the skin soft, smooth, and beautifully moisturized without feeling too heavy under makeup.
Lait-Crème Concentré - #1 Bestseller Moisturizer - Embryolisse
I love this when I want skin to look smoother, softer, and more refined before makeup. It gives that polished, elegant prep that makes complexion products sit better.
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Protective Primer
This feels like elevated skin prep. I like it when I want hydration and a refined, polished base that still feels luxe and makeup-friendly.
Long-Lasting Hydrating Veil SPF 21
I like having this in my kit when I want to give the skin that extra fresh, well-cared-for feel before makeup. It feels like one of those elevated prep steps that helps everything after it go on a little prettier.
Facial Treatment Essence - Hydrating Skin ...
I keep this in my kit for the client whose skin needs moisture, softness, and that healthy glow before foundation. It’s one of those moisturizers that makes prep feel luxe and helps the skin look more plush and makeup-ready.
The Dewy Skin Cream
I carry this because sometimes a client’s skin just looks tired, thirsty, or in need of a quick reset. I like products like this in my kit because they help the skin feel more comfortable, more refreshed, and better ready for makeup.
Jet Lag Mask ® + Moisturizer
I like having this as an elevated skin prep option for clients who want that extra pampered moment before makeup. It helps the prep process feel more luxe, more intentional, and like we’re really giving the skin some love before we start.
Red Light Therapy Face Mask - FDA Cleared
This is one of my favorite prep products when I want makeup to sit better and look smoother. It hydrates, primes, and gives the skin that healthy, cared-for feel.
Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer
An incredible eye cream with a fast return on smoother more hydrated skin. Highly recommended for more mature skin to prevent creasing from dryness and texture
Black Diamond Collection
A staple in my kit because it gives beautiful coverage while still looking natural. I love it for brightening, spot correcting, and helping the complexion look polished without feeling heavy.
How to Apply Radiant Creamy Concealer | NARS
I like this as a refreshing prep step when I want the skin to feel awake and lightly hydrated. It’s also nice for that little in-between refresh moment.
Beauty Elixir: Hydrating Face Mist, Prep Skin, Set Makeup, Glow
This is the kind of beauty gadget I like mentioning for someone who is really into advanced skincare and wants something a little more elevated. It feels modern, luxe, and intentional. Instant definition and lift without the scalpel
Microcurrent Facial Device | ZIIP HALO
I like this for the client who is looking for quick sculpt and a massage. It’s one of those tools that feels like a beauty splurge, but still makes sense for someone who loves skin prep and sculpting.
TRINITY+ Complete Set
I carry this because sometimes I need a primer that helps makeup really hold on while still keeping the skin feeling hydrated. It’s great when I want the base to stay put but not look dry or overworked.
Hydro Grip Hydrating Face Primer
I love having eye patches like this in my kit because they make prep feel special and help the under-eye area look more awake before concealer. For clients, it’s such a nice little touch that feels luxe without being complicated.
Baggage Claim™ Eye Masks
I like carrying a richer barrier-supporting cream because not every client comes in with perfectly balanced skin. This is the kind of product I want nearby when the skin needs extra comfort so makeup can sit better instead of fighting dryness.
Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream | Dr.Jart+ Skincare
I like having a collagen mask option because sometimes skin needs that “let’s bring this face back to life” moment before glam. This is the kind of prep step I’d use when I want skin to look more juicy, smoother, and extra loved on.
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, Hydrating ...
I love products that can do more than one thing, especially in a working kit. This kind of treatment is nice because it works like a prep shortcut when I want hydration, a little glow, and smoother skin without piling on too many steps. For my 45 min...
Triple Threat Treatment, your skin's new love 🩷
I’m absolutely obsessed with the fast results this bio engineered growth factor serum gives. Brighter, firmer and more radiant skin and can use it around the eyes and absorbs deeply which doesn’t disturb the makeup
Instafacial Plasma Bioactive Growth Factor Serum
I love this serum as part of skin prep for instant hydration for all skin types but especially dry skin. For normal and combination skin you can stop at this step and skip moisturizer and go straight into makeup application.
Instafacial Infusion Biomimetic Microcollagen Matrix
I love this for outside shoots, and my brides who will marry in the park or on a beach. Plumps, hydrates and blurs imperfections with a tint that decreases the amount of foundation I need to use. Highly recommended great for everyday.
ZnO+ AntiOxtint Protect SPF 50
Dewy hydration, refreshes your makeup and wakes up your skin. Moisture barrier and pollution
U Beauty The BARRIER Bioactive Mist 100ml
A treatment-inspired skincare collection that feels focused on supporting healthier-looking, smoother, more radiant skin. I like that the products feel elevated, thoughtful, and easy to incorporate into a consistent routine.
InstaFacial Collection Set
One of the best overall setting sprays on the market for helping makeup last while keeping the finish fresh, seamless, and polished.
Life Lock™ hydrating setting spray