Must-haves for your makeup bag

Whether you're a makeup novice or have been experimenting with cosmetics for years, it's crucial to have a collection with makeup essentials that will allow you to create a go-to everyday look.

After acquiring the makeup basics, it is that much easier to add playful or trendy makeup products to your collection and incorporate them into your beauty looks.

Here we have a list of makeup essentials for your face, eyes, and lips, as well as essential tools for applying and storing your makeup.

Primer

Face primers' exact effects on your skin and makeup can vary, but overall, their main purpose is to keep your skin looking smooth and your makeup looking fresh all day long.

Foundation

If you are new to wearing foundation or aren't sure what type/shade is right for you, go to a department store and have a makeup artist help you pick out one that matches your complexion and fits your coverage needs.

Concealer

If you have acne, dark circles, or any kind of discoloration, concealer is a must-have. Concealers come in full-coverage and sheerer-coverage formulations, and which one you should choose depends on how much you're trying to cover up.

Blush

When blush is applied correctly, it can instantly lift up your face and give you that gorgeous, youthful glow. It is best to choose a colour that complements your skin tone.

A colour that is too bright for your skin tone look loud and very fake. Choose a shade that subtly adds color to your face and sculpts your cheeks.

Nude eyeshadow palette

When it comes to doing your eyes, a nude eyeshadow palette is all you need. Nude eyeshadow palette is how it consists of all the colours you'll need to create a perfect natural makeup look. It is incredibly versatile and can never go out of style.

Eyeliner

Eyeliner is an integral part of any makeup look. It could be an elaborate cat-eye or a barely there, natural look that involves just a wee bit of eyeliner.

If you're not very skilled at applying it, it's best to start off with a pencil eyeliner before moving on to a liquid one. However, you need to make space for both of these in your makeup bag.

Mascara

A mascara, with its magical wand, can transform your eyes and instantly amp up those lashes with more volume, definition, and length. It is the one makeup tool that will instantly make you look bright-eyed in the morning (even if you did not get your full 8 hours of sleep).

When you're choosing a mascara, you need to consider factors like the brush shape and what the formula is designed to do.

Kajal pencil

A thin line of kajal along the outline of your eyes will turn those beautiful eyes of yours into a mesmerizing emerald, attractive enough to captivate many hearts.

If you want your eyes to do all that magic, then it's worthwhile to take some pains and devote time to eye makeup.

Lipstick

A good lipstick shade can not only help brighten up your face but also prevent it from looking washed out. And when it comes to lip colour, the choices are infinite.

If you are entirely new to lipstick start off with less pigmented hues and gradually moving to bolder shades.