From budget to boujee, everyday to cosplay, here’s a list of things I recommend for you!
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Skincare
All over base and setting
Face-budget
Face-boujee
Eyes-budget
Eyes-boujee
Skincare
This is the best sunscreen and makeup primer that Ive used. I love that there is a natural highlighter built into it that will show through the thickest of foundations. You can also wear alone for just a natural glow.
Sunscreen Makeup & Skincare with SPF | e.l.f. Cosmetics
I've used Manu toners after I was my face over the years and this is one of the ones that I recommend if you are looking for a boujeer option. If you want boujee on a budget definitely get a travel size! A little lasts a long time.
Tonique Confort - Face Cleansers and Facial Toners - Lancôme - Lancome
This item is a little on the pricey side but it definitely goes a long way for me. When I bought this product I waited until it went on sale and have used it religiously until I got pregnant. The collagen boost is great for that extra bounce and glow...
Vegan Collagen Booster Face Mask - Truly Beauty
Because skincare isn't just about your face. This body butter has just the right amount of sparkle to give you a sun kissed glow! It is anti-aging and contains vitamin C to even out dark tones.
Golden Glaze Shimmer Body Butter
I highly recommend this face cleanser to anyone with sensitive skin! It is also great on all skin types. It tingles your skin but also works to tighten pores and hydrate. Use with a serum, oil, or moisturizer!
Namaste Kitten
Not only is this a part of the green line that the Namaste Kitten is a part of, it is also very hydrating and one of my favorite serums to use! It smells great and lasts a long time!
Juicy Kitten
I love using this product after a good cleanser! I love that you can use this in the morning since it has SPF in it as well as in the evening.
Positively Radiant® Daily Face Moisturizer SPF 30 | Aveeno®
This is one of my favorite sunscreens! This is my go-to on any occasion especially because it is tinted! All you need is this sunscreen with a little bit of undereye concealer and your face base is done!
Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint, Shade: Medium - CeraVe
I have puffiness and dark circles that I absolutely hate. I love this product as well as the rose one because it helps cool the puffiness and the little shimmers reflect the light to diminish the look of dark circles.
Glow & Get It Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm - TULA
All over base and setting
If you like a primer that will ensure an all day hold with or without setting spray then I highly recommend this! Its sticky to make sure your makeup doesn't cake or crease.
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics
This primer is one of my all-time staples! I love the putty formula, you rub it between your fingers for about 15 seconds then you can put it on. This is a true all over primer! Use on eyes, lips, and face.
Poreless Putty Face Primer | e.l.f. Cosmetics
If you only want a eyeshadow primer I recommend the UD eyeshadow primers. This specific one is my favorite but I've heard great things about their shimmer primer as well.
Urban Decay Cosmetics - Travel Size Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion
While this is more on the boujee end of primers and setting sprays, I would highly recommend this product because it is both a primer and setting spray in one. It saves you money on buying two separate products and it goes a long way. Bonus points fo...
Hangover 3-in-1 Replenishing Primer & Setting Spray - Too Faced
If you like the All Nighter setting spray but don't want to pay the price for the product, I highly recommend using the Morphe setting spray! It is a very good setting spray that holds all day!
Morphe, Original Continuous Setting Mist
I love this setting spray if I know I will be wearing a full face of makeup for long periods at a time! I bought this for my wedding and my makeup didn't transfer, crease, or budge all night! I also used this at my bridal shower and while I was actin...
Skindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing Spray
Face-budget
If you are someone who likes sheer to buildable coverage I recommend using a skin tint. These Morphe ones work really well and have a hydrating quality to them!
Morphe 2 Hint Hint Skin Tint - Hint Of Almond
I absolutely adore this foundation! I get really dry skin in the winter and at certain points in the summer, during these times I grab this foundation for my daily look. This is perfect for a soft-glam or no-makeup look. Its sheer enough to look natu...
Infallible Pro-Glow Foundation for Dry Skin - L'Oréal Paris
I bought this concealer while I was traveling and forgot my concealer at home. Since buying it I love to use it during the times when I have to quickly get ready. It doesn't crease a lot and it is very pigmented! A little goes a long way.
Photo Focus Concealer | Wet n Wild
If you understand color theory then this product is for you! It comes in 4 shades, white, yellow, orange, and blue. I personally use the white shade for cosplay as it is very pigmented and better for your skin than facepaint!
Orange Pro Matte Mixing Pigment - L.A. Girl
Face-boujee
I LOVE using this foundation. I splurged on this at Ulta for my wedding and I have never looked back. Of all the higher end foundations this is the one I recommend if you want buildable coverage that will also look like your skin! This is great for a... Perfect to use with a beauty sponge.
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation — #270
Hands down the best full coverage foundation! A little goes a LONG way!
Born This Way Flawless Coverage Natural Finish Foundation
I use the travel size version of this and I absolutely ADORE the full coverage it gives to my dark circles!
In my opinion this is a Too Faced Better Than Sex mascara dupe! It comes in 5 colors and doesn't flake off as you go through the day. I prefer to use this if I am getting ready quickly in the morning over the more boujee mascaras.
Mystic Black Voluminous Lash Paradise Volume Mascara - L'Oréal
When I want to wear falsies but don't have time to put them on or am struggling with them I tend to gravitate to this mascara. I do prefer the Lash Paradise over this one for every day use but I love this mascara for times when I want my lashes to be...
Meta Black Falsies Surreal Extensions Washable Mascara - Maybelline
I adore colorpop's eyeshadows! I have several palette's of their collabs they did and they are the most pigmented and beautiful shades ever! I once played Princess Belle at a birthday party and to match the gold eye look that they give her in the par...
Beauty and the Beast
I love Colorpop's purple palettes! The formula for their purples are smooth and make it so you can build the color from a little to a lot.
All Amethyst
Eyes-boujee
Hands down my favorite everyday natural palette! The condensed their full size palette into 3 mini ones but all of them are worth it!
Tartelette In Bloom Mini Amazonian Clay Palette - Tarte
Lips-budget
Boujee quality but with a great price point! I always struggle finding long lasting lipsticks that won't feather or wipe off too fast. This lipstick definitely lasts all day (unless you are drinking a ton of water then you may need to reapply), it ha...
Super Stay Vinyl Ink Long-Wear Liquid Lipstick - Maybelline
Best matte longwear lipstick! I used this on my bridesmaids and it lasted through tears and drinks!
MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick - Wet n Wild
Lips-Boujee
I love this juicy tinted lip balm! Not only does it give your lips a fuller look with nice coverage, it also keeps them hydrated through all seasons!
maracuja juicy lip balm gloss
I love liquid matte lipstick and typically always buy it when I can. I got the Too Faced liquid lipstick in a mini set two years ago and when I say this is very long lasting, I mean it! I wore this to a funeral and through tears the lipstick did not ...
Melted Matte Lipstick - Cruelty-Free Makeup - Too Faced
Fragrance
I love LOVE this perfume! It's a floral yet spicy scent that seems to smell better on than many other floral perfumes. I always buy a travel or sample size when trying a new scent and I can say that I will be buying a full size bottle some day. Also ...
This to me is a good Ariana Grande dupe. It has a sweet candy like smell that is just so whimsical. I like to wear this when I don't feel like wearing a long lingering perfume and just want to reapply through the day without worry.
Among The Clouds Fine Fragrance Mist Full Size
If you don't know what scent you like or if you want to try many before committing I highly recommend this set!
Take Me There Mini Perfume Set - Pacifica | Ulta Beauty
This is one of their most popular scents for a reason! I love using this as an on the go spray!
Tree Hut Moroccan Rose Fragrance Mist | 6 fl oz.
Smells just like Taylor Swift's Wonderstruck perfume!
Lost in Ink - Inspired by Wonderstruck - Oakcha
If you love the smell of Valentino but hate the price, this one is the best dupe!
High Coral - Inspired by Donna Born in Roma Coral Fantasy - Oakcha
If you love the sweet smell then this scent is for you! I have a mix of floral and sweet scents in my collection and I love this body mist! It lasts awhile too!
Soft Serve Perfume Mist
Tools
While considered a budget product it is a little on the high end. These brushes are some of my favorites and I highly recommend their makeup sponge over the Beauty Blender brand.
Real Techniques 5 Piece Makeup Brush Set
I love these eye brushes! They hold product well as well as apply it nicely!
EcoTools Daily Defined Eye Brush Kit
I adore this set! While it is a little pricy it is worth every cent! I bought this for my wedding and I had so many options for brushes to use for my makeup that made that morning smooth.
Ultimate Makeup Brush Set & Travel Roll - e.l.f. Cosmetics