Makeup is fun, but things can get a little overwhelming for someone who is just starting to experiment with makeup. There are tons of makeup products out there in the market. But frankly, you don’t need to have all of them in your makeup bag. All you need are just a few basic products and you are ready to go.
If you are starting your makeup journey and are confused about what products you need, you have clicked on the right page. Here are 10 must-have makeup products for beginners.
1. Moisturizer
To get a smooth base, you need to get your skincare right. Use your favourite moisturizer and prep your skin before you slap on that foundation. A plump, moisturized skin makes for a beautiful makeup base.
2. Foundation
Once you have your base ready, it’s time for the foundation. You should opt for a foundation with buildable coverage. Choose a foundation that is the closest match to your skin tone to get an even complexion. A lighter foundation might make you look ashy. If you are buying a foundation for the first time, ditch the online store and go to an offline store. Ask the sales representative to guide you and don’t forget to do swatches. A lot of stores have samples which you can also try on your face before buying.
3. Concealer
In case you want to cover your dark circles, spots, and other blemishes, keep a concealer handy. You should opt for a light concealer so that you can build up the coverage as you go. Just like a foundation, it would be wiser to go to a store in person, try out the concealers, and then pick the one that suits you best.
4. Beauty Blender
You can always use your fingers to blend out the products. But to get an even finish, get a beauty blender in your arsenal. Wet the beauty blender before use and watch how effortlessly the products blend without looking patchy on your skin.
5. Eyeliner
Who doesn’t love a beautiful winged eyeliner look? Get an eyeliner and create a winged liner look or a graphic liner look, whatever you are in the mood for on that day. There are gel liners, liquid liners, and even sketch pen liners available in the market today.
6. Mascara
Mascara helps open up your eyelashes and give you a cohesive look. Watch how your eyes look bigger and more open after you line your eyes and put on some mascara. You don’t need false eyelashes. You can achieve that look with a mascara. On days you don’t want to put on eyeliner, just use some mascara and notice how lit up your eyes can look.
7. Lip Balm
Before we move on to the lipsticks, you need a smooth base for the lipstick to stay. Always moisturize your lips to avoid chappy and flaky lips. Lipsticks do not stick well on dry lips.
8. Lipstick
This is my favourite part of makeup. You can choose a liquid lipstick or a bullet lipstick. It all depends on what you are comfortable with. If you are thinking about colours, you can start with a classic red lipstick for days when you are feeling fancy and a beautiful brown shader for everyday use.
9. Blush
Blush adds some colour to your cheeks and gives you a cohesive look. It adds some flush to your skin. Depending on how you apply it, you can also sculpt your face. If you apply the blush on the apples of your cheeks, it gives you a rounder look. But if you apply the blush under your cheekbones, it can give the illusion of lifted cheekbones.
10. Micellar Water
Always remember to take off your makeup. Never sleep with your makeup on. Get a micellar water and cotton to wipe off all the products off your face. A micellar water dipped in an earbud is a great hack to clean those wobbly eyeliner lines. After you clean your makeup with micellar water, use a facewash to get a squeaky clean face.
Now that you have your makeup bag ready, it’s time to conquer the world.
