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makeup must-haves for dry/textured skin
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items for all my broke girls with dry or textured asf skin i got you
about me: skin randomly went from super oily to super dry from teenage to adulthood and my parents have super clear skin so i had to figure it all out by myself 🙏🏾
NOTE: this is just ...
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prep
foundation/concealer
blush
powder
eye makeup
lips
prep
i know everyone says to use this, but it's my budget friendly option that keeps the makeup ON ALL DAY
Power Grip Primer
if you have more money to spare and don't want to support elf, i would highly recommend this for keeping your skin hydrated
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Gripping Primer
i literally sludge my face with this before even thinking of putting any makeup on. not even sure if it does anything but it just feels so refreshing
Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel 250ml
i don't use this as a setting spray, but on my brushes and between each step to keep my products and skin hydrated. in between makes so much difference!
Continuous Setting Mist
PLEASE USE SUNSCREEN. i don't use this except for days i know i'm going to be out in the sun, but it's nice and doesn't leave a white cast
Black Girl Sunscreen
this is my daily sunscreen because of how light it feels and i think it provides good hydration as well. lasts decently long despite the size
VitaBoost Hyalu CICA Water-fit Sun Serum 50ML
foundation/concealer
NOTE: i don't wear foundation, i use this all over my face. it's lightweight but good coverage and doesn't settle into pores or lines! i use shade 146
Instant Age Rewind® Eraser Multi-Use Concealer
THE BEST CONCEALER FOR HOLLOW UNDER EYES!!! i think the shade i use is almond, and i put it directly on the eye bag line and slowly blend it on the line and right below it. makes them disappear literally
Concealer Category | Vegan Full Coverage Long-wear Makeup
blush
this is for my girls with darker skin tones that actually want the color to show up, trust and it's SOO highlighted
Halo Glow Blush Beauty Wand
DARKER SKIN TONES: THIS IS THE HOLY GRAIL! will actually show up and last long i love
Blush Palette | Powder Blush
powder
this keeps my undereyes and smile lines from creasing!! i don't use any other pressed powder
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Powder Foundation Makeup
i use this powder (very minimal) at the very end of my routine to create the airbrushed look
Neo Blurring Powder Absorb Oil & Smooth
eye makeup
IF YOU HAVE WATERY EYES OR EYELID IS OILY, USE THIS ITS THE ONLY THING THAT WILL STAY ON ME
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Liner | NYX Professional Makeup
again, WATERY EYES / OILY EYE AREA, this STAYS ON for hours. i use black (night sky) for smoky eye looks / on my waterline
Expert Wear® Creamy Eyeshadow Eye Makeup
NOTE: this DOES smudge if you have watery eyes / oily eye area. i use this to create a smoky eye kind of look along with eyeshadow.
Exaggerate Auto Waterproof Eye Definer
NOTE: smudges a bit, use eyeshadow with this to keep it in place. i don't use this often but i like putting it on my inner corners and waterline to open my eyes a bit more. it doesn't last super long for me, but for specific looks/pictures i like it ...
Jumbo Eye & Eyeshadow Pencil | NYX Professional Makeup
this is a given (ifykyk) but i only use this lash glue. my eye area is very oily and my eyes water a lot and this is the only thing that keeps lashes on. i only use the clear one
Eyelash Glue
unfortunately tarte ate this one. i used this once and it's become my favorite because i don't even need to curl my lashes before putting this on. lasts long, waterproof (from what i could tell), and you literally have to SCRUB these off
maneater™ voluptuous mascara
lips
if you like your lips GLOSSED, this is for you. its the end to all my combos and lasts for a decently long time, and doesn't make your lips all crunchy afterwards. i use clear, fudge me, and caramelt
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
perfect subtle brown for medium/dark tones! lasts long and isn't too dark
Smokin's Topaz Retractable Vivid Rich Mechanical Eyeliner Pencil - NYX ...
if you can splurge a bit, this DOES definitely plump your lips, i'd say the effect lasts for around 2 hours before reapplying
Lip Injection Extreme Lip Plumper
highlighter
NOTE: i don't contour and primarily use this on my nose/eyes only. i use shade precious petals, it's bright, long lasting, and looks good on any tone.
MegaGlo™ Highlighting Powder
setting spray
on the pricer side, but i LOVE how dewy this makes your makeup look. it's very fine mist and you can make it last a while as long as you're not too heavy handed
Dewy Set Setting Spray
NOTE: you have to use a lot if your skin is dry like mine. spray it on brushes and use periodically while applying makeup trust
Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray
it lasts long and gives a decent finish! not as dewy as i like, but if you like a more natural or even matte look i would recommend this
Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray
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BLACK GIRLS: if you havent found a freckle pen that actually shows up on you i'm telling you THIS ONE DOES. application can be slightly annoying but it stays on literally until you wipe it off. love
Baby Go Dewy Water Resistant Freckle Pen