Have you recently developed an interest in makeup but are unsure of where to begin? We understand. Let us start by saying, welcome to the wonderful world of beauty!
Makeup essentials, although colorful and exciting can be very overwhelming for those with little to no product knowledge.
There are literally hundreds of brands to choose from and deciding what to use, where and when can be tricky.
We’ve created a list of our favorite basic makeup essentials. This is sure to remove the guess work, so that you are confident in the beauty isle.
Nude Lipstick and Gloss
A good nude lipstick and gloss are makeup essentials for enhancing any makeup look. A nude lip color is our recommended go-to for glam as well as a normal everyday beat for beginners.
Nudes are very beginner friendly as you build your knowledge of bolder colors that work for your skin tone. A nude lip should always be paired with a brown liner. You can never go wrong with a nude to complete a look. This one is beautiful and brown girl friendly.
Morphe – Matte lipstick: Commit
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M.A.C. – Lipglass: Elemental Forces
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Primer, Foundation and Concealor
A primer acts as a base for your makeup application. It is meant to prep your skin, providing a smooth and clear surface for face products to adhere to.
Foundation is important for giving your skin a seamless, even look. Concealer should be applied after foundation, in order to cover red and dark spots and brighten under eye darkness.
For the perfect foundation and concealer, make sure to get the correct shade for your skin tone and the correct formula for your skin type.
For these makeup essentials, you can be color matched at Sephora, Ulta or a makeup counter in your local department store. Also, remember that you can get foundation samples before you try before you buy.
PRIMERS
Mattifying Primer (For Oily Skin)
One/Size – Primer: Secure The Blur
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Hydrating Primer (For normal/combo, dry skin)
Milk – Primer: Hydro Grip
FOUNDATIONS
Hydrating Foundation (For normal to dry skin)
Dior – Foundation: Forever Skin Glow
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Mattifying Foundation (For oily skin)
Too Faced – Foundation: Born This Way (Matte)
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CONCEALER
Huda Beauty – Fauxfilter Luminous Matte Concealer
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Tarte – Shape Tape Concealer
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MASCARA
For a fuller lash and bright-eyed look, a good mascara is always essential. When choosing a mascara it is important to consider brush shape.
The shape of the brush will determine the type of lash look you get.
You’ll also want to get a waterproof mascara, so you’re protected in case of contact with sweat, rain or tears.
Loreal – Luminous Carbon Black Mascara
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Benefit – BADgal Bang Mascara
EYELINER & BROW PENCIL
Unlike liquid eyeliners that can be difficult to use and require lots of practice, smolder eyeliners are soft and easy to apply.
This is why we consider it a must have for beginner beauties. Whether you’re trying to achieve a winged liner or just darken your waterline, this is a perfect go-to.
Tip: Sharpen these liners to a nice point, for precision during application.
Urban Decay – Perversion 24/7 eyeliner pencil
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Rimmel London- Soft Kohl Eyeliner
EYEBROW PENCILS
A well-defined brow frames the face and gives a finished look. To achieve this, we recommend the Brow Wiz pencil by ABH and the Precisely My Brow pencil by Benefit cosmetics.
Eyebrow pencils come in various shades to match many different skin tones. These brow pencils are super easy to use when filing in and outlining brows.
The spoolie at the opposite end of the Benefit pencil allows you to blend your brows after application to achieve a more natural finish.
Benefit – Precisely My Brow Pencil
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Anastasia Beverly Hills – Brow Wiz Pencil
BLUSH
Blush is a necessary item to have in your beauty bag. It helps to give natural warmth and color to your cheek bones when applied correctly. When choosing a blush, be sure to select a shade that compliments your skin tone and isn’t too light or too dark.
Elf – Blush Palette
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MAKEUP BRUSHES & PALETTES
A large part of how your makeup looks is dependent upon the type of brushes used duing application. You’ll need different brushes for each step in the process.
So, the right shape and texture brushes are makeup essentials for achieving a flawless results.
We recommend the Jessup brand for beginners and pros alike. Their brushes are great for blending eyeshadow, applying liner, highlighter and blush.
Jessup – Makeup Brush Set
A properly beat face is never complete without a flawless eye shadow look. This is why eye shadow palettes are makeup essentials.
There are many different palettes with colors in just about every shade.
The Jaclyn Hill Palette is one of our favorites and happens to be very beginner friendly.
It is comprised of mostly matte nudes. This makes it the preferred choice for beginners to practice and improve their shadow application skills.
I love that this palette, is suitable for every skin tone and it’s colors are perfect for creating many looks.
Morphe – Jaclyn Hill palette (Vol 1)
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