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And with all of the products out there, finding those must-haves can be tricky.

So how do you know which ones should earn a spot in your kit?

Lipstick, a powder compact, makeup brushes, and other makeup palettes

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Some products, such as concealer and mascara, may seem like obvious must-haves.

TryEmbryolisse’s Lait-Creme Concentre it’s a makeup artist staple and works well with all complexion formulas.

Plus, it can look much more natural."

Thankfully, eyebrow products help restore shape and density for brows that appear fuller.

to choose from depending on what you’re looking for and your lash’s natural curl.

For the rest of us commoners, we have to rely on the straight-up medieval-looking lash curler.

Whitfield says her ride-or-die curler isKevyn Aucoin’s as it “really gets close to the lash line.”

For a skincare-makeup hybrid, try the Supergoop!

As a general rule, all of your liquid and cream products should be applied before any powder products.

Bronzer

Bronzer is essential for adding depth, dimension, and natural color to the face.

Whitfield says that flexible formulas, like Saie’sGlowy Super Gel, are a kit staple.

Powders like the HourglassAmbient Strobe Lighting Powdermay seem counterintuitivea powder, glowy?

but Mackay promises they “can look dewy with a hydrating mist.”

Lip Liner

Before there were lip fillers, there were lip liners.

it’s possible for you to also fill in your whole lip for a quick lipstick substitute!

Depending on what kind of finish you want, there are plenty of products to choose from.

For a 2-in-1 option, try Morphe’sContinuous Prep + Set Mist+.

Especially for eye products,makeup brushesprovide precision that your fingers cannot.

We recommend getting an affordable brush set to start, like e.l.f.

‘s19-Piece Precision Brush Collection.