For when you are not confident in your makeup skills like me and need fool-proof, easy to use products that aren’t just the trending products from social media and will guarantee a good outcome!
Sections
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Bases
Blushes
Bronzers
Highlighter
Eyes
Brows
Bases
Perfect tinted moisturizer for redness, goes on green/white and blends perfectly with skin tone
L'Oréal Paris Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream
Insane coverage, let it sit for a minute before blending
Pat McGrath Labs Full Coverage Concealer
Stole this from my mom and kept it, amazing coverage
Dior Forever Skin Glow Foundation - DIOR
Not an everyday use, but great for when you need the makeup to last
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Gripping Primer
Used this as a base/non-foundation option for years
Hollywood Flawless Filter: Glow Booster
Blushes
Color “she goes to the gym” is a perfect neutral
Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush - PATRICK TA
Color pillow talk or dream pop are both amazing, got as a free sample and continue to buy it! Perfect glowy blush
Matte Beauty Blush Wand - Charlotte Tilbury
Bronzers
An oldie but a goodie, used this since high school and don’t want to fix what’s not broken with my makeup routine
Hoola Bronzer - Benefit Cosmetics
Borrow this from my sister and love it, no complaints
The closest thing I could find to what I have, not a big eyeshadow user but when I need it the tiny naked palette I have had since high school has the best variety of colors
Naked2 Basics Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay
Another small applicator and a mascara that doesn’t leave you picking clumps out of your lashes
Lash Slick Lift and Lengthen Tubing Mascara - Glossier
Again a thin applicator, this was my go-to before I discovered tower 28 but I still regularly use this too
Not sure why this lash curler is so amazing but hats off to whoever designed this I have had it for ten years and it is still going strong curling my lashes perfectly every time
Picture Perfect Duo - tarte
Brows
I have bushy eyebrows so this is all I really use usually and doesn’t leave white goop on your brows (the full size is only sold in store I guess?)
Mini Strong Hold Clear Brow Gel - Anastasia Beverly Hills
Not in my regular rotation due to my brows being bushy and dark without extra product, but do use this from time to time if I botch my brows when plucking them. Would definitely use this more if I didn’t have my Dad’s eyebrows
Boy Brow Volumizing Eyebrow Gel-Pomade - Glossier
Lips
Color pillow talk has never looked bad on anyone ever
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner
Not a fan of lip stick usually but the color pillow talk once again is lovely when you need it! This combo is a good deal for both the liner and lip stick since the liner lasts forever
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Mini Lipstick & Lip Liner Set
Once again pillow talk, the only lip gloss I’ve actually purchased and use outside of random free sample glosses
Collagen Lip Bath Gloss - Charlotte Tilbury
Finishing products
Not a big powder user but use this hand-me-down from my mom when I need it, does what it needs to and currently on sale!
creaseless loose setting & brightening powder - tarte
Great for dry skin and has made my makeup last as a bridesmaid through an outdoor August wedding
Charlotte Tilbury Transfer-Proof Setting Spray
Misc/extras
Cheap and actually has a cover for sharpening the lip liners. Not something I thought I needed until I cut my lip on a dull charlotte tillbury lip liner
Took off the bow part but have had this (or something similar) for five years now. Not expensive, actually holds your hair back, machine washable, and the two pack gives you an extra for washing your face if one has makeup on it!
WHAVEL 6PCS Spa Headband & Wristbands Set
Super nice to have since they can get dirty fast
CHEFBEE 100PCS Disposable Eyelash Brush Kit
A must have if you don’t want to make your own, but cleaning your brushes is a non-negotiable regardless of your skill level
EcoTools Cleanser Shampoo for Brushes & Sponges, 6 fl.oz.
My fav makeup remover and does a good job with minimal effort
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
Such a nice makeup bag for staying organized and being able to find things easily
EACHY Large Waterproof Travel Makeup Bag
Just got this and it is so perfect in every way. I also love how the makeup can just live in this instead of having to pack it or shuffle things around because it keeps everything organized
Duo Vanity Case – Cosmetic Bags Collection | Etoile
