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Makeup basics in your beauty bag
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items This list is for those who just want the basics. This includes primer, concealer, foundation, mascara, eyeshadow, blush and finishing spray.
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Primers because they are worth it.
Foundation, splurge!
Fluttering Eyelashes Mascara
Primers because they are worth it.
Priming the skin is vital before foundation. It smooths the skin and fills in pores. Here's what I have used and what the experts recommend.
Here's an article from Allure magazine and their top choices. There's high end ones and reasonably priced ones too.
Smoother Foundation Starts With the Best Primers
This primer is an Allure winner! Let's start with the pronunciation. It's pronounced SAY. Second thing, the price is excellent at $17 plus tax. Lastly, it promises dewy skin all day long. Plus more!
Saie Mini Glowy Super Gel - Hydrating Primer & Glow Serum
I love number 7 products so I was pleased to see that it is highly rated. I use the triple action primer but I read that this one is better! You can buy it on Amazon for about $12. Thank you Brits! 🇬🇧
No7 Airbrush Away Pore Minimizing Primer 30ml
People rave about this primer! 4.5 stars and recommended by makeup artists. This primer is for everyone whether you have dry, oily or combination skin. Winner 🏆🙌🏼 It's also widely acclaimed because it can be used before makeup or after application...
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Original Pore Minimizing Face Primer Mini - 0.25oz - Ulta Beauty
Foundation, splurge!
The right foundation is vital to avoid cakey looks, cracks if you have mature skin and the right ingredients for a natural look.
The New York Times has weighed in on the topic! Dior and Lancome are on the list. No surprise there. However, there is a foundation that made the list that surprised me.
The 4 Best Foundations, According to Our Very Picky Testers
I wanted to share this article because the beauty editors have different tones, types of skin and vary in age. Good article.
The 10 Best Foundations for All Skin Tones and Skin Types, Approved by Testers
I love love Lady Gaga but now I love love love her. She understands tones and shades to a science. You can find the right foundation for you at anytime of the year.
Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation with Fermented Arnica - HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA | Sepho
Fluttering Eyelashes Mascara
I'm selective about mascara because eyelashes are hard to grow back. I want a mascara that's not going to make my eyelashes fall out, clumpy them or irritate my eyes. It's nice if they are waterproof too. I tend to invest in mascara so I'm not anxiou...
I know I said tend to invest in mascara. There is a mascara on that list that has excellent reviews and it's about $5. The Lancome one is $33. It's worth trying both!
This $5 Mascara Has Earned Every Single One of Its 388,000 Reviews on Amazon
My Mary Kay consultant recommended this mascara and I wasn't disappointed! I trust the brand, fair pricing, and it came off easily. I was happy with my purchase.
Mary Kay® Great Heights™ Mascara | Mary Kay
People say this is the best mascara on the market. No clumping, extends lashes and for contact wearers, no irritation. For me, the important part is that it comes off easily. PRICE? On Amazon it's $23.20 on Prime. I'm sold.
Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara
So much is being said about this mascara especially for those who have short ones. The mascara will extend your eyelashes to the max. Price wise, it doesn't cost the earth.
Hypnôse Drama Extreme Volumizing Mascara