Seven essential products to build your makeup collection

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Have you ever seen a woman without a bag? (when they are out for brunch or even on a casual day out with friends). Do you wonder what’s inside that bag? Apart from other essential things, you will always find lipstick, mascara, blush, and even a tiny mirror at times! Yes, because we all love our makeup. These are some go-to’s for that last-minute touch-up.

Makeup is much more than putting together different cosmetics on your face. It is more of an art form than just an accessory. It allows you to get all creative while enhancing your look at the same time. It enhances the best features of the face, leaving behind that extra dose of positivity.

But before getting into makeup, it is equally important to understand your skin type and take good care of your skin. People have different skin types, oily, dry, normal, or combination. It is necessary to know to which skin type your skin aligns because the makeup products have different formulas for different skin types. So, knowing your skin types will help you pick the best kind of makeup for your skin.
We all love that intense, glamorous makeup looks done by professionals. To achieve such looks on your own will require some practice and knowing the basics of makeup application. But if you are new here and have no clue where to start, we have made it easy for you.

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We have curated a list of some basic makeup products that will help you build your makeup collection. But while choosing your products, you can go for different alternatives, as per your comfort level and budget.

1. Prep your skin with a Face Primer

Before starting with any makeup, using a moisturizer is a must. We can not emphasize enough the importance of a moisturizer. Not only does it hydrate your skin, but it also helps in regulating oil production. So, even if you have oily skin, you cannot miss out on a moisturizer. 

Just after using a moisturizer, you will need a primer. This product is an extension of your skincare routine. So, it is one of those essential products you must have. For people having larger pores, this product will make sure to minimize the appearance of pores. A primer allows your makeup to stay for a longer time, making your skin look fresh and vibrant throughout the day. It is the best way to prep your skin before applying foundation.  

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Most of the primers that are available in the market come in light-weight and oil-free formulas. Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional face primer, Maybelline Master Prime, Faces Ultimate Pro Perfecting are some of the best face primers that you should try.

2. Build your Base with a Foundation

Though most people do not prefer wearing a foundation, choosing the correct foundation that matches your skin tone can make all the difference. While choosing your foundation, there are a couple of things that you must keep in mind. 

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Firstly, decide on the coverage that you want. Some foundations have light formulas to give you light to medium coverage. You could also swap the foundation with a tinted moisturizer. Nars Pure Radiant Tinted moisturizer, Neutrogena Hydro boost tinted moisturizer are some of the best options. But if you are looking for full coverage foundations that can conceal, you could go for Wet and Wild Photo Focus Foundation or L’Oreal Paris Infallible Foundation. 

Secondly, you should be aware of your skin shade and undertones. Most people tend to test shade on the back of their palms. Ideally, you should always test shades on the face in natural lighting. It will help you get to the closest shade of your skin tone. Also, remember to observe your undertones. If you have warm undertones, go for shades with a yellowish tint. For those with a cool undertone, pick a shade with a pinkish tone. 

3. Draw out those perfectly arched brows. 

Though most of us were not born with a perfect set of eyebrows, this does not mean we cannot have them. Most beginners tend to skip doing their brows. They are afraid of overdoing their eyebrows and ending up looking like a clown. But a well-structured set can add a whole lot of definition to your face. 

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While doing your eyebrows, remember to use very gentle strokes. You can always go on layering if required. It is the best way to start brushing your brows with a Spoolie. Then go ahead to fill in with a gel-based product, using shorter and gentle strokes. But for beginners, powder shadows are the best option. Also, experts advise using coarse brushes. It will allow less amount of product to go on into your brows.

4. Get a sunkissed effect with a Blush.

The most loved beauty product of all time, a Blush can instantly add a natural glow to your skin. When applied correctly, it creates an illusion of lifted cheekbones. It can also make your cheeks look plumper. It all depends on the correct application of the product. 

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Now, blushes come in a lot of different shades and textures. It can get overwhelming to choose the perfect shade or texture for your skin type. But you can sit back and relax while we are here to break it down for you.
Powder blushes are the best friend to everyone. From beginners to professionals, powder blushes are the go-to picks for their easy application. The best part about them is they are suitable for every skin type. Yes! Powder Blushes are suitable even for oily skin. Another variant is the Cream blush. These are easy to apply with your fingers and save you out on brushes. Another good thing about cream blushes is that you can use them as lip tints and eye shadows. However, they are recommended only for people with dry to normal skin. It is a big NO to oil skin types.

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For people with light skin tones, soft pink shades work the best. For those with beige undertones, dusty rose shades work best for a naturally flattering finish. Warm Peaches are the picks for Olive skin tones. For those with darker tones, bright berry and terra cotta red shades are the best options. 

5. Frame your eyes with an Eyeliner

Eyeliner is a product that is in almost all makeup looks. It could be full glam makeup with a cat-eye or a winged liner, or it could be a no-makeup makeup look. 

For beginners, pencil eyeliners are best over dark, liquid ones. Pencil eyeliners are way easier to apply, plus they are fuzz-free. You can start by placing the product in the center of your eyelids. Moving towards the outer end of the eye, draw dots or dashes with gentle strokes. Finally, connect the dots joining from the middle to the inner part of your eyes. It will help you get a simple yet natural look.

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For beginners, pencil eyeliners are best over dark, liquid ones. Pencil eyeliners are way easier to apply, plus they are fuzz-free. You can start by placing the product in the center of your eyelids. Moving towards the outer end of the eye, draw dots or dashes with gentle strokes. Finally, connect the dots joining from the middle to the inner part of your eyes. It will help you get a simple yet natural look. 

6. Mascaras

A dash of mascara is enough to draw all that attention to you. It is the absolute favorite product of makeup enthusiasts. Apply a little bit of mascara, and boom! It changes the whole look by giving you those lengthy, voluminous lashes.

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Though it gives you that pop, applying mascara could be tricky. A helpful tip here could be to wipe off the excess mascara from the wand using tissue paper. It will prevent your lashes from clumping. For a more natural look, you could use the brush at a vertical angle. It will allow the tip of the wand to touch the lashes. If you want more of a curling effect, go for more of the product on the roots. Move your way towards the tip in a wiggling motion with a gentle hand. It will make your lashes look curl for a long time.

7. Add that final pop of Color:

Our final product that completes this list has to be lipstick. With the correct shade, you can instantly brighten up the whole look. It gorgeously finishes off the look.

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Be as bold and experimental with your lipstick. Pick your favorite shade of lipstick any day. If lipstick is not your thing, you could go for lipgloss or tinted balm. They work just the same.
Apart from having bold colors, you should also add a neutral shade to your makeup kit. They go well with heavy, dark eye makeup. So, while doing light overall makeup, you could glam it up with a pop of bold shade. Different shades of red like Ruby woo by M.A.C go well with neutral makeup.

As you can see, these are the seven essential makeup products to get started with building your makeup kit. You do not have to be a professional to work with these products. However, if you want, you can start with two or three products at a time. Initially, you can go for a foundation, blush, and lipstick. Then later, go on adding more products as per your preference.

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Now that you have your makeup kit, you must also remember to take care of your skin. It is something overlooked by most women. Sometimes, we are too tired at the end of the day to take off our makeup. But this is something you include in your daily routine to remove your makeup using micellar water. The best alternative could be coconut oil. Cleansing is a must for happy skin!