Makeup Cleanses have grown more popular ever since the term Minimalism appeared on people’s radars. You might find that there is something inarguably freeing in getting rid of stuff you don’t use anymore. If you just nodded your head, you’re ready for a makeup cleanse. Here’s a checklist of 10 things I find to be crucial in a makeup bag. No more, no less.
Concealer – Choose a creamy formula and a shade that matches your own so you can multi-use it to hide under-eye circles as well as cover blemishes.
Translucent Powder – A good quality powder can pull the whole look together. A quick dab of a translucent powder will set the concealer and control shininess.
Brow powder – Brows frame your face. Make sure you groom and care for them accordingly. Due to the simple reason that some of us are not blessed with full, thick brows, brow powder can effectively do the trick and transform the whole face.
Eyeliner – Eyeliner will enhance as well as define your eyes. You can sport numerous of different looks just by changing your eyeliner, e.g. the thickness or wing.
Neutral eye shadow – A neutral beige or taupe that matches your complexion will brighten your eyes when swept across the lid. I personally notice a huge difference when I do my makeup without having used anything to neutralize the natural darkness of my eyelids.
Mascara – There is hardly anything that can change your appearance as much as a good mascara. It will plump up your lashes and open up your eyes in the process.
Lipstick – Lipstick, if and when it’s just the right color for you, can be compared to sexy lingerie. It will absolutely take your appearance to a whole different level. Lipstick is usually the last touch-up you do to your makeup and there is a reason why some people do not go out without a lipstick anymore.
Fluffy powder brush – One big, fluffy and rounded brush is an absolute essential in your makeup bag. The reason is simple: How else would you distribute your translucent powder?
Angled brow brush – The same goes for an angled brush, you can use it to line your eyes or define your brows.
Tweezers – As mentioned above, eyebrows frame your face and pull everything together. Tweezers help you maintain your brows and keep them from living a life on their own.
