Your everyday makeup routine should feel easy, natural, and like you. Sometimes all it takes is a quick smudge of highlight or lip color to feel refreshed, confident, and ready to take on the day. That’s why we’ve rounded up tried-and-true essentials, from the best blushes and highlighters to brow tints and mascaras, you’ll want to add to your makeup bag.
Whether you’re looking to get out of a makeup rut, swapping out the same foundation you’ve used for years, in search of quality essentials to fit new skin needs, or intrigued by a new beauty trend, this list is for you!
Refresh your daily beauty routine and feel radiant with these 5 essential makeup products.
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1. Highlight
A touch of highlight can help brighten and revive your skin. It also can help lift and accentuate your natural bone structure and features. For mature skin, a cream, liquid, or stick highlighter can help reduce dryness and maintain a natural look. A good powder is an easy option to incorporate into your daily routine, and feels light and airy on your skin.
SHOP LOTION: L’Oreal Lumi Glotion $14
SHOP BALM: Jones Road Beauty Miracle Balm (doubles as blush!) $44
SHOP POWDER: Makeup By Mario Soft Pop Powder Blush $48
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2. Eyebrow Tint
Eyebrows shape your face. A full, defined brow will help accentuate your eyes, bone structure, and highlight your unique features! A tint and mousse combo will fill in and shape your brows, while a good pencil helps to add definition to naturally thinner brows. For a long day or finishing touch, opt for a brow gel.
SHOP TINT: NYX Brow Mascara $9
SHOP PENCIL: Rare Beauty Brow Harmony Precision Eyebrow Pencil $33
SHOP GEL: Ilia In Frame Clear Eyebrow Gel $24
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3. Lip Color
A signature lip color will add vibrancy and style to the simplest everyday look. Even on days when you wake up late or are rushing out the door, a little gloss or tint will help you feel fresh and confident for any occasion!
SHOP TINTED BALM: Clinique Almost Lipstick $22
SHOP LIPSTICK: Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution $35
SHOP GLOSS: Bobbi Brown Extra Plump Tinted Lip Serum $30
SHOP PENCIL: Ilia Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon $26
4. Blush
Blush literally adds color to your face, and can brighten your skin on those days when it feels dull and tired. We love the easy-to-apply cream balm or stick format, choosing a shade that’s similar to your natural flush. Simply dab or smooth on your cheekbones, moving out and up lightly.
SHOP BALM: Jones Road Beauty Miracle Balm (doubles as highlight!) $44
SHOP STICK: Boom Stick $28
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5. Mascara
Mascara is a staple for any makeup bag, but a good one is hard to find! For long, full lashes that lift and brighten your eyes, we look for a trusted formula that goes on without clumps, doesn’t run, and feels light on your eyes for all-day wear. Opt for waterproof for longer days and big events, and don’t forget to replace your mascara every 3 months to keep it fresh and healthy!
SHOP VALUE: Burt’s Bees 100% Natural Nourishing Mascara $13
SHOP PREMIUM: Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara $28
The best makeup look is the one that makes you feel confident. Whether your everyday go-to is a quick brow brush or light blush, find the essentials that make you feel like the best version of you.
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