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Downtown girl makeup must-haves!

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With fall on your doorstep its the perfect time for a dowtntown girl makeup look, whether its for school or to buy coffee the makeup just adds to the vibe. These are my steps for a downtown girl makeup look OR just a softer glam look. I always go for...
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Base

All makeup looks start with a base, I usually skip foundation and go straight for concealer. These are more on the softer side but if you prefer a more glam look it can definitely work!

 
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If you're getting a highlighter start with this one. Good for begginers and easy to use. I use this for inner corner highlights and sometimes as eyeshadow.
Highlighter
 
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Step one for a downtown girl makeup look. I usually skip foundation and go straight to this step.
Concealers
 
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Finishing touch for any makeup. Small step but really completes everything
Revolution Loose Baking Powder
 
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Highly recommend a blush! Choose a lighter colour for a softer/more subtle look.
Shop the Best Blush
 
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I use eyebrow gel then clean it up with concealer. Makes you look so much more put together!
Eyebrow Makeup - Pencils & Gels

eyes

My favourite part: eye makeup. This is a must for me, your eyes are a really defining feature and these recs are perfect for enhancing your eyes. The fall colours for the eyshadow give the perfect “downtown girl” effect or a more subtle look that jus... 

 
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Who doesnt love eyeliner? This is the one I used the most. Adding just a bit on your eyes really compliments anyone. A nice wing is a perfect addition and makes you look put-together
Kohl, Liquid, Pencil, Gel Eyeliner
 
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THE inner corner highlighter. Guilty of using this daily on my eyes.
Jumbo Eye Pencil - Creamy & Blendable
 
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My secret I have to stop gatekeeping. I never have to curl my eyelashes, use this before mascara and they look SO GOOD. This product is so underrated but I honestly can't live without it
Cils Booster XL Mascara Primer
 
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Wear this every day, I dislike fake lashes but want my eyelashes to look fuller and this gives me the perfect effect. Doesn't clump and one layer is enough
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara Black
 
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Gives me a “downtown girl” soft makeup look. Really could be used for any occasion.
The City Mini® Eyeshadow Palette - Eye Makeup

lips

Glossy lips are a must! whether you're going for a more matte look or a glossy finish these are some of my recs which can work for any look as you can pick any colour that suits your skin tone

 
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Only lip gloss you'll ever need. Comes in a variety of colours and gives you a good glossy finish
Lip Gloss
 
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Lip liner is a must-have! These ones are nice and pair with any lip gloss
Lip Liner & Lip Pencils
 
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A darker lip stain is so useful, no more smudging and perfect for outlining your lips too
Lip Tints & Lip Stains
 
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More lip gloss recs! I have so many, although I gave a few away to my friend. Glossy lips is the most important step for me
Lip Gloss
 
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some darker matte lipstick paired with a clear lip gloss is my go to for a downtown girl look
Lipsticks