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1. Feathery, "laminated" brows are all the rage right now, so I was pleasantly surprised when I tried this incredibly affordable brow soap that keeps my hairs in place all day.
2. And to give my brows some extra ~definition~, I've been using the dual-ended Urban Decay Brow Blade to imitate hair strokes.
3. This Sunrise palette from Natasha Denona is worth the splurge. If you're looking for a set of warm-toned shadows that look and perform brilliantly, this is the palette for you.
4. Or if you're looking for something a lil' more budget-friendly, this 18-pan eyeshadow palette has a variety of matte and shimmer shadows that would look good on anyone!
5. This Hyper Precise Liquid Eyeliner from Maybelline lasts all day and is sharp enough to help you achieve the perfect wing.
6. Whenever I do makeup on clients, I always use gel pot eyeliners as they're easier to sanitise. I've really been enjoying this KIKO Milano one that's best applied with an angled brush.
7. The super-lengthening Lash Slick mascara from Glossier is water-resistant, stays in place for up to 12 hours without smudging, and feels weightless on your eyes!
8. Skincare prep is a must before makeup application, and this Embryolisse Concentrated Milk Cream has been in my kit for quite some time now. It's incredibly moisturising and can even be used as a primer.
9. This eye repair cream from CeraVe contains three essential ceramides to help protect the skin’s natural barrier, as well as hyaluronic acid to provide hydration.
10. I love this priming moisturiser from Glossier because of its anti-redness complex that calms and soothes irritated skin. It's lightweight in texture and can be built up depending on your needs.
11. If you're looking for a budget-friendly primer that'll keep your makeup on all day, this hydrating one from E.L.F. smooths the skin and blurs pores and fine lines.
12. I've been really into demi-matte foundations lately, and this Airbrush Flawless foundation from Charlotte Tilbury has medium-to-full coverage and a luminous finish.
13. If you're all about beauty on a budget, this Maybelline Superstay foundation lasts up to 30 hours and has a weightless, natural finish that doesn't feel cakey on the skin.
14. On days I prefer my skin to look like, well, skin, this Sunshine Skin Tint from Milk Makeup has come in extremely handy. It contains SPF30 and provides lightweight, sheer coverage.
15. I try a lot of makeup for TikTok and Instagram, but this L'Oreal Paris Infallible Longwear concealer has got to be one of my personal faves. It's full-coverage and covers dark circles instantly.
16. I'm currently in love with this translucent pressed powder from IT Cosmetics! It has a silky, skin-perfecting finish that uses hydrolyzed collagen to hide the appearance of pores.
17. This pore-blurring Huda Beauty Easy Bake setting powder is available in eight shades and can be used on a variety of different skin tones, not to mention the fact there's no flashback whatsoever!
18. These cream contour palettes from Sleek MakeUP perform way beyond their price point. They're easy to blend, cater to a wide variety of skin tones, and look seamless on the skin.
19. I am obsessed with these UOMA BEAUTY Double Take Sculpt and Strobe contour and highlight sticks. They're black-owned and have a soft-matte finish that melts seamlessly onto skin and stays put all day.
20. This highly-nourshing cream bronzer from Milk Makeup is infused with mango butter and avocado oil and will give you that 'got back from holiday' look (even while we're stuck at home).
21. Fenty Beauty's Sun Stalk'r Instant Warmth Bronzer is long-wear, transfer-resistant, and comes in nine versatile shades that bring out the warmth in all skin tones.
22. The Cloud Paint blush from Glossier is easy to work with and blends seamlessly, making it a game-changer for those not-so-heavy makeup days.
