Makeup Must Haves- Top 10 Beauty Favorites

As a new mom, I have had to nail down my makeup routine to be fast and efficient but also still feel put together. I have discovered what I rely on daily, the things that keep me looking fresh, bright eyed, and incredibly hydrated. Each of these products have a special place in my heart and a permanent spot in my makeup bag or cabinet. I’ve narrowed it down to my top 10 make up must haves.

Time to do some spring cleaning… for your makeup bag!

I recommend doing a “spring cleaning” of your make-up bag and take it back to the basics. It’s better to nail down your staples, before trends come in and get you all confused on what you really need. I also highly recommend finding a good skin care routine, you can click here to see what I use on a daily basis. I want to share with you my tried-and-true essentials for creating a quick and polished look.

My Top 10 Makeup Must Haves

1// CC Cream

Okay… Where has this been all my life? This CC cream is a GAME CHANGER. It It truly is “color correcting” (hence the name), adds the perfect glow and medium coverage to my face without feeling heavy and stays all day. I use a layer of this as my foundation. It also has SPF 50 and is a hydrating and anti-again serum! My skin is normal to dry, so my skin drinks the hydration right up! There is a matte version which you can find here, but right now my favorite is the “illuminating” one in the shade “light.”  I start by using my fingers and then finish it up by blending it out with a damp beauty blender.

2// Foundation

Sometimes I will actually combine the CC cream and my favorite foundation if I am wanting a little more coverage. This foundation is creamy, helps minimize pores, and gives a nice dewey look. This is the makeup I used the day I went into labor, and it stayed on throughout the entire day… my nurses even kept commenting and couldn’t believe my makeup stayed on point!

3// Concealer

Say bye bye to those dark under eye circles or blemishes! This concealer is without question the best one I have tried. It lays smoothly under the eyes, does not settle into fine lines, and has great coverage! I go in under my eyes with my concealer in a triangle shape and any where else that needs highlighting or concealing. This will help you look “bright eyed” and well-rested even if you are not! 🙂 We all need that from time to time!

4// Bronzer & Highlighter

This is by far my favorite pick for a bronzer and its super cheap! You can use this to achieve a healthy looking, bronzy youthful glow. I also love this palette if am feeling fancy and want to do some contouring.  I use the bronzer to contour (on temples, under cheekbones, and beneath jaw line) and use the highlighter right above my cheek bones, directly under brow bone and on the bridge of nose. It blends in very easily and you don’t have to use much product, so it lasts a long time! The full size compact mirror is a plus, too.

5//  Blush 

This blush is a long time favorite of mine, and its easy to see why! It has a gorgeous and natural looking peachy pink tone and it’s one of those that looks good on all skin types. I put this right on the apples of my cheeks and up towards the cheekbone. I use this angled brush to apply and blend.

6// Eye Shadow 

Lately I have been reaching for this palette by Urban Decay. They nailed it with this palette by having the perfect mix of matte and shimmer shades, beautiful neutrals, browns, deep reds and a few bold colors. You can do all matte for daytime and more shimmers in the evening, or a mix of both! It also comes in a smaller “petite” version which is great for packing in your makeup bag.

7// Eyeliner

This liquid eyeliner is by far my best pick for winged eyeliner. It is waterproof, doesn’t run down the face and never budges- even when I’m teaching dance and sweating during fitness classes! It has a precise tip, stays put and achieve the perfect line. I get it in the shade “intense black.”

8// Mascara

This mascara is a drugstore gem and has recently become my new favorite. I can’t say enough good things about it- it’s just a great mascara! Sometimes I get asked if I have fake eyelashes on and I definitely give some credit to this mascara!!!

9//  Eye Brow Pencil

This eye brow pencil is my jam. I like natural looking, filled in eye brows that are not too thin but not too bold. This one has a thin tip applicator, eye brow brush on the end and a great color selection. I use the color “caramel.”

10// Lips 

For lipstick I have been gravitating towards this beautiful & hydrating natural pinky nude color. I get the shade “Spice Spice Baby.” I love the way it makes my lips look and feel and its the perfect shade for everyday wear. If you want an inexpensive everyday gloss, I would recommend these butter glosses. I love the color Angel Food Cake and Creme Brûlée. They really do feel so smooth (hence the name!) and keep my lips feeling hydrated.

So there you have it, folks! My everyday essentials and favorites in my makeup bag. I would love to know what is in your bag! Let me know some of your essentials and must have products! Leave a comment below! Also, let’s connect over on Instagram and Facebook if we haven’t already! I’d love to chat with you guys!

Related: My current morning & nighttime skin care routine

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