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makeup must haves

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fav and my go-to makeup products. many are in my makeup bag :)
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brushes

 
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this brush is incredible. so worth it even it is a bit expensive. the brush hairs are so soft and it does not shed. i like how evenly this applies my foundation without looking cakey or streaks
The Buffer™ Airbrush Finish Foundation Brush
 
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i currently use for a big fluffy crease eyeshadow brush. but you can also use for cream highlighter or concealer. this is a very versatile small brush
Makeup Setting Powder Brush - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
 
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overall setting powder brush
Ultra Plush Powder Face & Cheek Makeup Brush - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
 
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super versatile brush - foundation, concealer, or cream bronzer
Expert Face Liquid and Cream Foundation Makeup Brush - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
 
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when i need a beauty blender, will end up getting a 4 pack for the best value
Real Techniques Sponge + Miracle Complexion Sponge - 4ct
 
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i miss this brush. it is so hard to find…i used it for a few years before it broke. i am still looking for a good alternative to this foundation buffing brush
Morphe M439 Deluxe Buffer Brush - Ulta Beauty
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primer

 
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a good hydrating primer. it does its job
Pure Canvas Primer - Hydrating

concealer

 
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i can see why everyone loves this concealer. it is dependable and leaves a beautiful medium coverage concealer. i love how it does not transfer too much and locks in with powder. i bought the mini concealer, but i can see why buying the standard size...
Radiant Creamy Concealer with Medium Coverage
 
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best drugstore concealer- i don't mind the pump packaging. this does not crease too much under the eyes and very hydrating. i recommend setting this with powder. one con is this concealer does transfer and not super cry-proof. but still i really enjo...
NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum - Fair

foundation

 
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this affordable skin tint is stunning. it is a higher coverage than the usual skin tints in the market but it does not feel cakey at all. I usually mix this and the estee lauder double wear for an everyday long-lasting natural finish. I like how the ...
Maybelline Super Stay 24HR Skin Tint, Radiant
 
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for the oily skin girlies; this will always be a staple in my makeup bag. I will usually mix this foundation with a hydrating concealer or primer 

remember this foundation is on the yellow side already so go for a more neutral base
Double Wear Stay-in-Place 24-Hour Longwear Foundation
 
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such a beautiful (and expensive) medium and buildable foundation wow. I have the mini and i love how skin-like and lightly glowy without feeling too oily. I enjoy mixing this with the estee lauder foundation and it gives a nice glowly and stays in pl...
Mini Luminous Silk Natural Glow Foundation
 
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if you need a no-makeup makeup look- good for dry/normal skin. if you are oily go for the matte cc cream version (also on this tab). warning: i am oily so this makeup transfers on clothes BUT the wear and application is so beautiful
CC+ Cream Full Coverage Color Correcting Foundation with SPF 50+
 
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my go-to foundation in college; really good skin benefits + medium coverage
warning: i am oily so this makeup transfers on clothes BUT the wear and application is so beautiful
CC+ Cream Natural Matte Foundation with SPF 40

setting

 
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hydrating, so good for baking and setting; go-to high end powder
Translucent Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Laura Mercier | Ulta Beauty
 
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i can see why everyone raves about this setting spray. it keeps my makeup locked in without being too oily. no one talks about the weird scent the spray has, but it can be overlooked for the lasting power. the spray applicator is not as good as the t...
All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray
 
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hydrating and refreshing setting spray- i kinda like the light scent of coconut
Hangover 3-In-1 Replenishing Primer & Setting Spray - Too Faced | Ulta Beauty
 
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incredible drugstore setting spray
NYX Professional Makeup Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray - Matte Finish - 2.03 fl oz

contour

 
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tickle is my go-to highlighter- love the gold shimmers; acts as a super light blush
Cookie and Tickle Shimmer Finish Powder Highlighters
 
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natural gold shimmer highlighter + super affordable
ColourPop Super Shock Cosmetic Highlighter - Lunch Money - 0.15oz
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current powder bronzer - loving it smells like chocolate too
Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer

eyes

 
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really been enjoying this, looks natural- i wear on special occasions
Ardell Press On False Eyelashes kit - Natural - 30ct
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the only eyeshadow palette i use haha - i like very light pink/brown eyeshadows
Naked3 Soft Pink Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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brown black eyeliner- my holy grail eyeliner. i repurchase this quarterly throughout the year because it is just that good. dependable, cryproof (set with powder), amazing on hooded eyes
Heroine Make Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
 
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black eyeliner - amazing black eyeliner. i have hooded eyes and this is incredible. don't forget to powder with eyeshadow after to really lock it in place 

i have tried so many liquid eyeliners but always come back to this :)
Heroine Make Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner 01
 
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really love this eyelash glue does not leave large clumps and holds fake lashes very well. better than the duo lash glue
Velour Strong Eyelash Glue, Vegan, Latex Free

brows

 
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fav high end eyebrow pencil
Brow Wiz® Ultra-Slim Precision Eyebrow Pencil
 
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amazing drugstore eyebrow pencil- lasts long
L'Oreal Paris Brow Stylist Definer Eyebrow Mechanical Pencil - 390 Dark Brunette - 0.003oz
 
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amazing drugstore eyebrow pencil- very fine
NYX Professional Makeup Vegan Micro Eyebrow Pencil - 07 Espresso - 0.003oz