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Realistic everyday makeup routine under $130 that’s actually worth your money

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If you're getting into makeup and feel overwhelmed by how many products people online swear you “need,” this is THE routine for you. I'm honestly tired of makeup routines online making girls feel like they need 15 products just to look pretty. These ...
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Skin Prep

 
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This is probably the one product in my routine I’d defend the hardest. people underestimate HOW much your base affects EVERYTHING after it. Primer is the most important step IMO, so this deserves your money, trust me, I use this all the time. The sec...
Hydro Grip Hydrating Makeup Primer with Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide - MILK MAKEUP | Ulta Beauty
 
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honestly, your regular moisturizer will work completely fine. And this is a good one to use. Make sure you put on your regular sunscreen as well. Moisturize your face first, then put on sunscreen.
CeraVe Face Moisturizer with Sunscreen, AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin - SPF 30 - 2 fl oz: Oil-Free, Contains Niacinamide

Face

 
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one of my favorite things about this concealer is how lightweight it feels. it doesn’t crack under the eyes or turn dry and weird after a few hours, and it covers dark circles REALLY nicely while looking natural. This is not like those concealers tha...
Dark Circle Treatment Concealer - Maybelline | Instant Age Rewind Eraser | Ulta Beauty
 
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I genuinely think this blush changes my entire face more than most makeup products do. rare beauty blushes make you look way more alive, fresh & put together even with minimal makeup. All of their shades are pretty, so pick the ones you wanna try...
Soft Pinch Liquid Blush - Rare Beauty | Ulta Beauty
 
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one of the best affordable bronzers I’ve tried that actually blends nicely and doesn’t end up looking muddy or orange on the skin. This adds a lot of warmth to your face!
Forever Sunkissed Primer-Infused Matte Bronzer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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Hear. Me. Out. If you want that soft blurred doll-like makeup look, THIS is the product for you. It deserves your money, trust me, I use this literally every single time because it smooths everything out without making the skin look heavy or cakey.
Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation - MAC | Ulta Beauty

Lip Combo

 
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this has been my go-to lip liner for so long because it actually STAYS on, you know? the pigment lasts through busy days without constant touch ups, and for only this price, the quality is kind of insane honestly. (I keep coming back to this lip line...
Cream Glide Lip Liner - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Dark Cocoa | Ulta Beauty
 
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i love this because it gives that glossy juicy lip look WITHOUT making my lips feel dry an hour later, it's super hydrating. my lips get irritated really easily and this is one of the few products that actually feels comfortable to wear for a long ti...
Glow Reviver Lip Oil - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Pink Quartz | Ulta Beauty

Eyes

 
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I love this because it makes my lashes look long and lifted without getting super clumpy. genuinely gives that soft fake-lash effect without actually needing falsies. This is one of the few mascaras that gives the pretty separated fluffy lash look in...
Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara - Maybelline | Blackest Black | Ulta Beauty