Between my 15 year old and I, we try a lot of make up. It’s a great way to bond, but not everything we try is a winner. These are the products that we love and have kept purchasing.
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Primer
Foundation
Glow
Bronzer
Blush
Eyes
Primer
If I don’t want my make up to move, I reach for this.
e.l.f. Power Grip Gel Hydrating Primer 0.811oz
This grippy primer works very well
Maybelline Grippy Serum Primer with 2% Niacinamide
Foundation
I know this isn’t the most exciting foundation, but it works really, really well. It doesn’t shift or settle. It doesn’t show off my fine lines. You should try this one
L'Oreal Age Perfect Radiant Serum SPF 50 Beige Rose
My second favorite foundation. You do not need luxury brands. You really don’t.
L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum
If I’m going to have a long night out, this is what I wear. I don’t personally know anyone who has tried this and not liked it.
Estée Lauder Double Wear 24H Matte Foundation
Glow
I wear this under my foundation when I want to glow
e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter, 00 Fair
The glow this gives is so pretty
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion 902 Light
Beautiful shimmer. Teens especially will love this
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 71 Shimmering Body Cream 8.1oz
If you appreciate fewer steps: skincare, primer, and glow
Saie Mini Glowy Super Gel - Hydrating Primer
Bronzer
I wear shade Hey Honey everyday. It blends so well
Milani Cheek Kiss Cream Bronzer-110 Hey Honey
This one is constantly disappearing into the teen’s room. We like shade Honey Drip.
e.l.f. Putty Bronzer Creamy Honey Drip
I use this powder bronzer to set the cream one
NYX Matte Buttermelt Bronzer - Butta Cup
This is a cult favorite for a reason.
Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer
Blush
The shade Maui is subtle but so pretty
e.l.f. Luminous Putty Blush, Maui Shade
I find myself reaching for this one often. It gives a soft, pretty, pink glow
Pixi On-the-Glow Blush Stick - Fleur, 19g
Magic hour may actually be magic
Tower 28 BeachPlease Cream Blush & Lip Tint
Just like with the bronzer, I set the cream with this powder.
NYX Buttermelt Powder Blush, 12HR Wear, Vegan
Eyes
My teen does not leave home without this on. I love that it is not too stiff.
NYX Brow Glue Extreme Hold Gel Clear
Gen Z doesn’t wear eye shadow but this Gen X mom does. These neutrals are a pretty compromise
Colourpop Nude Mood Eyeshadow Palette - Brown & Copper
These blend and wear so well.
Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Cream Eyeshadow
Lips
This is shiny and hydrating
LANEIGE Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum
Thick and long lasting
Naturium Phyto-Glow Hydrating Lip Balm
I have one of those balms in every bag
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm, Vanilla
Better than chapstick and only $5
e.l.f. Squeeze Me Lip Balm, Vanilla Frosting
The stain lasts all day. My teenager loves this
NYX Lip IV Hydrating Glossy Stain Hydra Honey
This lip oil is just as good as Dior.
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil, Jam Session
I don’t wear lipstick very often, but when I do, I wear this.
Maybelline Super Stay Ink Crayon Lipstick, Rosey Mauve
Powder
I have tried all the powders and trust me, this is the one.
