Everybody starts somewhere when it comes to cosmetics. For this reason, it’s crucial to begin with beginner-friendly makeup suggestions rather than diving right into complex contouring or cut-crease techniques. Of course, assembling a sturdy cosmetic kit is a prerequisite before we can begin with basic advice and techniques.
Even the most experienced beauty enthusiast may find it difficult and intimidating to assemble a quality cosmetic kit, let alone someone who is new to the world of makeup. It can be a little challenging to figure out which items are best for you when there are thousands upon thousands to pick from.
We’ve compiled a list of all the essential makeup equipment, products, and essentials you should have in your cosmetic bag if you’re just getting started with makeup application and need some guidance. In addition, to determine which items are the greatest of the best, we spoke with professionals in the makeup industry. Here, Donni Davy and Sharon Becker both offered their opinions on all the necessary items for your beauty beginner kit.
Good skincare is the foundation of beautiful makeup. Thus it’s always necessary to have a nice and clean canvas. Davy suggests using a mild cleanser, like Aveeno’s Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser, to wash your face first. Then, in case you’re wondering, yes, moisturizer is necessary for all skin types. Try the cult-classic Embryolisse Face Cream and Makeup Primer as a lightweight moisturizer afterward.
Next, always use a sunscreen after your moisturizer. Davy prefers Elta MD UV Clear SPF 46. Davy advises using Evian Water Facial Mist to rehydrate the skin just before applying. You can now apply makeup after cleansing, moisturizing, and priming your skin.
Expert advice: According to Davy, you can also moisten makeup sponges with Evian facial mist to prevent exposure to pollutants like chlorine in tap water.
Davy suggests carrying an assortment of foundation hues because the hue of your skin will fluctuate according to the season. However, you don’t have to spend a fortune on each hue; you can combine a few tones to find the ideal combination. She recommends the Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation because it is available in 50 hues and lasts for 24 hours.
Blemishes or dark circles under the eyes? Fear not: buildable, natural-looking coverage may be achieved without a cakey finish using a high coverage cream concealer such as Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancers or NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer.
Among the most significant facial features are your eyebrows. Although not everyone was born with flawless eyebrows, it doesn’t mean you can’t get them. Becker recommends using the vegan CoverGirl Micro Fine Fill +Define Eyebrow Pencil to shape the brows and fill in any bare patches. After that, use Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Brow Duo to fill in any residual gaps in your brows and color them. Finally, use the NYX Eyebrow Mascara to complete the shaping and hold your brows in place.
Instead of starting with fake lashes, we advise novices to use an excellent mascara and liner combination. Davy and Becker both vouch for L’Oréal Voluminous Mascara. (Becker continues, saying that this “most consistent” mascara “can’t go wrong”). Davy is a huge fan of Chanel Cream Eyeliner since it has the durability to persist through the longest days on the Euphoria set. However, if pencil is more your thing, she suggests Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner.
Davy suggests utilizing the ColourPop Gel Liner Vault if you want to experiment with color à la Euphoria. Apply some colored mascara to complete the look, such as Benefit’s Bad Gal Bang Mascara.