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Beauty tips and tricks to bookmark immediately. The products in this post were updated in May 2018.
Get a set of 10 brushes from Amazon for $13.99.
Promising review: "Seriously, I don't know how these brushes are being sold at this price. It makes me question every other makeup brush I've ever bought. Very soft, thick brushes, in sizes from foundation to contour/highlighting and blush to a couple of more precise liners and two tiny round brushes I use for spot concealing and glitter application. I've been using these for over a month now, and so far no fiber fall out. Love these!" —Sarah
For example, apply concealer *after* foundation so you don't waste it on places foundation has already covered!
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It's also a great way to blend your liner and lipstick if the colors aren't an exact match.
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Farewell, feathering!
Get it from Sephora for $10 (originally $20).
Promising review: "I bought Ozone as a hopeful solution to save me from owning a zillion lip liners! I was looking for a universal liner that would prevent feathering and keep products on my lips. This product does exactly that and more! This product felt a bit waxy on my lips but not to the point of feeling uncomfortable or drying. I applied creme lipstick at 8:30am and it lasted me till 5pm with no reapplication, and the lipstick really didn't budge even through a meal. I love matte liquid lips but hate the dry feeling, and having this under it helped my lips feel less dried out. I mistakenly thought this was retractable and am pretty disappointed — it isn't that's the only thing I think would make the product better for the price." —Bellachip3
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Ruby Woo, I love you, but you're drying me out.
Get it from Tarte for $12 (on sale from $19).
Promising review: "This stuff is what I have been searching for my whole life. It goes on smooth and dries feeling like its not there. It's similar to a matte finish. So you can put anything over it and it's as if nothing was there. My color lasts longer and my lips feel better using it. I LOVE this." —Jessica
Learn more from How To Fill In, Shape, Tweeze, Trim, And Transform Your Eyebrows.
Get it from Sephora for $28.
Promising review: "I have brow goals because of this primer. My brow hairs grow faster and thicker!! I have been using this since it launched and it has lasted me months. I use it before I fill in my brows with the Precisely My brow pencil & Brow Zing Kit. It makes the color richer. I can't live without this!!" —Meegn
Check out the full tutorial here.
They also work to groom brows!
Get a set of three from Amazon $8.99.
Promising review: "I'm a professional makeup artist and I've always used the Tweezerman version of these. The pins in those were getting loose so I needed a replacement. I tried these on a whim as the price can't really be beat. I think these are fantastic and actually superior to the Tweezerman ones. They are more comfortable to hold, they snap open and closed nicely and the pin tips aren't as sharp, which makes them feel safer to use on myself and on models. Major thumbs up!" —JJ
Watch the full tutorial here.
Get it from E.L.F. for $3.
Promising review: "This hidden gem is my secret to perfect eyeliner. It even fixes 24 hr lipstick when it gets out of line. The key is to clean the tip after every use and store with the tip down! Simply draw over lines and watch the mistake disappear. I usually follow erasing with a little powder on a concealer brush. Gently wipe or roll the tip across a clean dry cloth or towel and it's clean and ready to go next time. Lasts for ages. Buy several and give as little gifts to your girlfriends; they will thank you!" —Leftoutknitter
This trick is also perfect for touching up your eyeliner later in the day without risking a liquid eyeliner malfunction.
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Get a box of 30 from Amazon for $7.77.
Promising review: "These are awesome and very simple to use. I use this these on my clients all the time! They have become my best friend when creating a perfect winged eyeliner. Ladies are who getting into beauty really would benefit from this a lot. I don't have to worry about being perfect with my eye shadow. Tip: Cut the shadow shields in half to increase longevity. If you're doing a more drastic look, use a whole shadow shield." —Awesome Blossom
Get it from Amazon for $6.99. Also available in three other primer colors.
Promising review: "A must-have for shadow enthusiasts. I apply once in the morning, and it lasts the duration of long days (16+hrs). It makes your shadow really pop, especially lighter/brighter colors. Although it does not make it 'smudge-proof,' it certainly helps avoid smudges when you accidentally rub your eyes. I have sensitive skin, and this product does not irritate my skin. It works with all brands of shadows. Applied every day, one capsule usually lasts 6-9 months. I will be a long time user of this product!" —Trish
It'll create a perfect ombre effect.
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Get it from Amazon for $5.86. Available in six color palettes.
Promising review: "I found this quad and figured the price was right to try it. It is perfect for the smokey eye effect. Beautiful color assortment. Great value. The applicator that is included is nice. I do recommend using a primer so it will last longer, but that is typical of nearly all eye shadows." —Shananigans
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
Promising review: "Everything by Docolor is just amazing. I have been five-star satisfied with every purchase I've made. This really does take the makeup off of your brush so that you can immediately use it for another color. That helps speed up your makeup process and also saves you time and money, since you aren't washing your brushes every day! I am a customer for life!" —Jennifer
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