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1. Onset Eyebrow Soap Kit sets brow hairs in place and up for success! This stuff tames and fluffs all at the same time — and if you're looking for more definition, this goes on *before* your go-to pigmented pencil or gel for a sleek and fuller look.
2. NYX Concealer Color Correcting Palette disguises any evidence of your late night happy hours that went well beyond midnight (now that those are a thing again). These creamy concealers Ctrl + Z literally ANY kind of discoloration.
3. Revolution Beauty Super Dewy Tinted Moisturizer provides a breathable, everyday form of coverage if you want to even out your skin tone without feeling like you're wearing a ton of makeup. Lighter layers now that summer's approaching? Yep, that can be applied to your skin, too.
4. Coty Airspun Oil-Reducing Setting Powder tackles daily 4 p.m. T-zone shine. Simply put, you can give your skin a quick *pat pat* with this once your face becomes more reflective than the screen you've been staring at all day.
5. The Flick Stick Winged Eyeliner Stamp receives cult-status with beauty newbs and experts alike — and for good reason. If you're thinking of upping your eyeliner game, this revolutionary tool will award you with the ability to *finally* nail a cat-eye on both sides (so they actually look related, and not like step cousins!).
6. E.l.f. Cosmetics Acne Fighting Putty Primer defeats breakouts while keeping your all-day look in place. How? Acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid and zinc, of course. This velvety formula sweeps over pimples and smoothes uneven complexions — just apply pre-foundation or concealer, let it sit for 30 secs, and voila! You've got a fresh canvas.
7. Stila Huge Extreme Lash Mascara lengthens each and every lash to make you appear awake and super attentive during those back-to-back work meetings — even if your mind happens to be on snooze.
8. Or! Essence Lash Princess Mascara achieves skyscraper false-y lashes with its cone-shaped applicator at a gasp-worthy price. That's right, this holy grail sculpts lashes at only $5 a tube — a fraction of your paycheck you'd probably spend on an iced mocha...
9. Peripera Ink Velvet Lip Tint becomes one with your skin with a luscious, buildable formula that offers a soft pigment and won't leave you with a cracked kisser. It comes with a precision applicator that moves with the natural shape of your lips, so huzzah! Applying signature shades just got even easier.
10. Glossier Boy Brow fills in sparse-looking brows that were once over-tweezed in your teens. With just a couple swipes, you can achieve your fluffiest, fullest brows *and* this formula holds unruly hairs in place for a quick daily fix when you've got places to be.
11. Alleyoop 4-in-1 Pen Pal sparks joy (and nostalgia) into your otherwise mundane routine with a does-it-all-for-you tool that creates full looks and end-of-the-day touch-ups. It's *exceptionally* great if you're trying to cut down on the products you're carrying around with you, too.
12. Kaja Roll-On Highlighting Balm makes applying a glistening shimmer super easy (and fun!). In a convenient compact, you can slip this bb into your purse and achieve your afternoon glow on the go.
13. Glossier Stretch Concealer moves *with* your skin to brighten undereyes and disguise blemishes (instead of just hanging out on top like a caked-on layer). A bonus? This won't dry you out either, but instead it'll leave a dreamy, dewy finish thanks to avocado and cocoa butter.
14. Kulfi Kajal Eyeliner intensifies your everyday look with a richly pigmented formula that pairs aloe vera and vitamin E. Is it smudge-proof? You betcha. This stuff is waterproof and won't budge until you need to remove it.
15. Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer treats and defeats dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines that are taking up prime real estate around your delicate eye area. This even comes with a built-in sponge applicator to cut down the amount of products you'll need on hand.
16. Laura Mercier Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer protects your face with a broad spectrum shield of SPF 20, and provides a soft, sheer layer of coverage that treats dryness while still feeling like your actual skin (and not a greasy layer of baked-on makeup).
17. Ilia Multi-Stick streamlines your routine by taking care of cheeks and lips in one go. You'll want to favorite this and keep it close by since this creamy formula leaves a natural pinch of color while nourishing your skin — all's you'll need is your finger to blend.
18. BareMinerals Complexion Rescue Hydrating Foundation Stick provides more coverage than a CC cream but doesn't leave you with ~hours of buffing in a liquid-y consistency. This convenient applicator will have your skin evened out quicker than you can say "OMG, I forgot about the meeting I have in 10 minutes!"
19. Fenty Stunna Lip Paint withstands coffee sips and soda slurps in a long-lasting formula that reviewers swear stays put, feels weightless, and makes for THE staple red in their makeup collection.
20. L'oreal True Match Lumi Glotion infuses glycerin and shea butter to feed your skin while producing a luminous layer for a glowing, wide-awake look (even if your caffeine hasn't kicked in yet).
21. Wet N' Wild Mega Last Breakup-Proof Liquid Eyeliner delivers drug store prices with high-end results. Think: an opaque, streak-free wing, flick, or bold stroke that lasts up to 16(!) hours. This ultra-pigmented, waterproof liner draws a precise, fool-proof line every time, *and* features an ultra-fine brush-tip.
22. Clove + Hallow Hydratint flushes skin with a gorgeous blush plus serum hybrid, which is infused with hyaluronic acid and meadowfoam oil. Soft, subtle, and natural-looking makeup never felt so lightweight and lovely!
23. Liquid Powder Chromatic Eye Tint sweeps over lids for a long-lasting, crease-free shimmer. This comes in clutch if you don't have the patience for a full smoky eye, since the weightless formula glides on like cream and dries like powder — so you can illuminate your look without multiple shades and ~five hours of blending.
24. BH Cosmetics BFF Face Palette highlights, contours, and bronzes cheeks for a sun-kissed glow (without the need to sit in harmful rays). Use one or opt for all four with this convenient pal-ette that features both silky mattes and shimmery tones.
25. Maybelline Lip Lifter Gloss hydrates your pout with hyaluronic acid and leaves your skin with a sheer, silky finish. Reviewers mention that this does a fab job at hiding fine lip lines and leaves them feeling soft, full, and never sticky.
26. Tatcha SPF 35 Sunscreen works for those with sensitive skin as a primer to blur pores and even out skin tones. Plus, it leaves your skin feeling baby bum soft thanks to Japanese wild rose and loquat leaf extract. Just peep the difference below to see how well this must-have works:
27. Black Opal True Color Pore Perfecting Powder Foundation blurs blemishes with a creamy, oil-free formula that glides on like a dream and dries like a powder. Its lightweight finish still provides medium coverage that lasts, plus it helps to control shiny complexions.
28. Flat Top Hexagon Foundation Brush blends both liquid and powder makeup for a truly, 100% flawless finish. The luxuriously soft bristles are dense but won't waste product, and the unique shape makes it easier to apply your go-to base layer.
29. And Melody Susie Brush-Cleaning Egg and Ecotools Brush Shampoo gives your most-used beauty tools a good spring clean scrub — which you should try and do regularly to defeat yucky, acne-causing bacteria.
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