Welcome back, this week I want to talk all things makeup! This past summer, I’ve been getting really into skincare and makeup products as a part of my “Eat, Pray, Love” journey. Not only have I been paying attention to the ingredients in the products, but I’ve been paying close attention to the business people behind the products.
Little fact about me: I used to want to be the CEO of my own makeup line after college
I’ll be frank, I don’t like to support products of people who are unkind, unprofessional, or don’t live out a mission statement that I believe in — but that’s another story for another time. These products are all things I’d LOVE to have in my makeup bag at any given time. Some of these I’ve owned and used, some I’ve never tried! Let’s dive into my dream makeup bag picks.
The Bag: Starting off strong, even though a makeup bag is notorious for getting messy, that doesn’t mean it can’t be fashionable! I love all things Mark & Graham, and their makeup bags are NO EXCEPTION! This adorable puffy makeup bag is cute for any season, and the quality will last you a lifetime.
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REFY Primer: I’ll be so real, I have never been a makeup primer girl until this one. I saw someone using this while watching a GRWM on TikTok and I thought it looked so hydrating. Not to mention the applicator makes the product roll on so easily. After pulling the trigger and buying the product, I will never go back. It honestly has changed the game for me, and made wearing makeup feel a little less like it’s suffocating your skin.
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Drunk Elephant Bronzi Drops: The Drunk Elephant Bronzi drops are a staple in my makeup routine. Whether it’s full-glam, or an everyday “no makeup” look. The Bronzi drops are great for giving you that little glow that you get after laying out at the beach on an everyday basis. They’re a combination between a liquid highlighter and bronzer. It’s easy to over-do these though. Remember, less is more.
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Mary Kay CC Cream: This product is special to me. It’s probably the thing that I’ve had in my makeup bag the longest. I’ve been using the Mary Kay CC Cream since I was about 14 years old. Not only is it a light feeling full-coverage product, but it also has SPF 15 included in the formula! This is another product that can be used in full-glam or on an everyday basis. If you’re headed out the door to go to class and want to look more awake after your 3 day bender, this is the product for you.
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E.L.F. Halo Liquid Glow Foundation: I recently started using the E.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Foundation. This is a product that I use when I’m going for a more glam or full-coverage look. For the affordable price, it’s a remarkable product. The product goes on clean and easily, and it’s a definite go-to amongst all my college friends. Ask any of us, all of us have it in our makeup bag. I’d definitely apply primer before using this product though.
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NARS Creamy Concealer: This is another product that I will hold near and dear to my heart, and I will ALWAYS splurge on. I started using this concealer when I was in high school, and I haven’t tried another concealer since. This concealer is one of the nicer products in my bag, but so worth it. The formula is so creamy and easy to blend. It’s great for those small blemishes, and those monsterous dark circles under your eyes. They don’t like when they call it CREAMY concealer. This thick, yet lightweight concealer is the perfect product for all skin types and all shades.
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LYS Bronzer Stick: This is a product I haven’t yet tried. I’ve seen it on TikTok and it looks like the perfect swipe-and-go bronzer stick. It’s angled applicator, and creamy formula, makes it easy to glide on to your cheeks and jawline. Trust me it’ll be on my Christmas wish-list this year.
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Charlotte Tilbury Contour Wand: I’ve also never tried this product, but all of my friends swear by it. I know that E.L.F makes a dupe, but it hasn’t been rated as high. I think if you’re looking for a liquid bronzer, this is the best choice compared to a cream or powder bronzer. If I was in the market for a liquid bronzer, this is the one I’d purchase.
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NARS Laguna Powder Bronzer: This is another product I’ve kept in my bag for a long while. I’ve tried other powder bronzers such as, the HOOLA Beauty bronzer. However, this is my favorite choice. Not only is the color perfect, it’s an easily blendable product. It complements ANY shade of blush, which is the true tell-tale sign of a good bronzer. Definitely worth the splurge in my book.
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Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder: This is one of the nicer items in my makeup bag, and it’s on my Christmas list every year. I’ve purchased this product more times than I can count. I love this powder because it is truly a translucent powder. No more “flashback Mary” or visible “bake” in your Instagram pictures. It’s easy for powder to get chalky under your eyes, but this one stays smooth without making your face look too matte or cracked. This product will never go out of style. SO WORTH THE SPLURGE. Drugstore powders… BE GONE!
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NARS Orgasm Blush: I’ve used this blush a couple times. It pairs greatly with the NARS Laguna blush. It’s pigment is super powerful, which means this product lasts a long while. Although this product isn’t in my bag at all times, I’m always happy to have it and never regret putting it on. If you want a powerful, yet natural-looking blush, this needs to be your go-to. Not to mention, it’s Click “NARS Orgasm Blush” to shop the product!
Rare Beauty Highlighter: This is another product that I haven’t tried out yet. However, I’ve heard nothing but amazing things about all the Rare Beauty line. Not only are the products phenomenal, Selena Gomez (their CEO), is the ultimate “girls girl,” and that deserves all of the positive press. I’ve heard that this liquid formula, much like the Bronzi drops, gives a perfect glow in addition to a “dewey” effect.
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Tartelette Palette In Bloom: I love this palette. This is something I used when I was in early high school, and I recently repurchased it. I love this palette because it has the perfect neutral shades for any makeup look! I also love the size. They also make a mini size of this palette if you’re looking for smaller. I like to be able to throw an eyeshadow palette in any makeup bag, big or small. It’s also equal parts matte and shimmer. If you’re looking for a basic palette you can use for any occasion, this is your product.
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Too Faced Kitty Likes to Scratch Palette: If you’re looking for a warmer palette, this one is perfect! Although I haven’t owned this specific palette, I’ve owned multiple Too Faced eyeshadow palettes. What I love most about their eyeshadow is how creamy and pearly they are. I’d say their eyeshadow formula is my favorite. Excellent quality.
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Bobbi Brown Cream Eyeshadow Stick: If I’m ever going for a smokier eyeshadow look, I try to steer away from the powder eyeshadows. When you’re doing a smokey eye, cream eyeshadows are your best friend. Specifically this Bobbi Brown one. I love this eyeshadow stick because it’s easily blendable with your fingers, and a very low-matientnce product. It makes it look like you tried so hard to get this gorgeous Smokey eye, when you really just swiped it on and smudged it with your finger to blend! I love the shade, Forest to achieve this look.
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Eyelash Curler: On the days I’m not wearing any makeup, I will ALWAYS curl my lashes. I love the way it makes my slim almond-shaped eyes look more awake, and makes my lashes look a little longer. This will always be in my bag, no matter what.
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Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara: Well, nothing is truly better than…. BUT this mascara is pretty darn good! I know waterproof mascara can be polarizing, but I am so guilty of my mascara getting smudged all under my eyes after a night out. To avoid this, waterproof mascara will do the trick! Just because you’re drunk and sloppy, doesn’t mean you have to look sloppy.
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Laneige Lip Glowy Balm: I’m a big fan of all things Laneige, but especially their lip glosses, and lip masks. This product is almost like an elevated chapstick. Not only does it give you the sickest glow, it repairs and heals all those crusty pieces of skin that you secretly chew off your lips. This is ALWAYS in my purse.
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Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump: Don’t be fooled by the name, this product isn’t a plumping lip gloss. However, this is a product I’ve repurchased. What sets it apart is the consistency. It’s wetter than a lip stick, but not liquid enough to be a lip gloss. It goes on super smooth and creamy, and gives an amazing tint while also looking glossy.
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Miss Dior Eau De Parfum: Ok, I know everybody is into Sol De Janeiro right now, which is great BUT… when a drunk girl comes up to you and tells you that you smell like a princess in a smelly bar… YOU BUY MISS DIOR! Period. The End.
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