There are a few key products everyone needs in their makeup starter kits. I’ve included both drugstore and high-end options for all budgets.
I’ve been trying different makeup brands and products for years. In fact, I’ve been testing out new items for over ten years now. At thirteen years old, I began wearing a full face of makeup because of insecurities with my skin. As a teenager my skin only got worse, and as an adult with a digestive disease, well… an unhealthy gut equals unhealthy skin. So while I’d love to have a beautiful, clear face, no amount of diet changes or skincare routines will change the state of my skin, so makeup is my remedy!
I love having a large array of products that are both drugstore and high-end quality. There are some products I swear by that are only $5-8 and some that I would never replace at $30-60! I decided to create two “makeup starter kits“: one is drugstore and one is high-end! My suggestion is to mix and match and find what you love, but if you’re beginning with a clean slate and an empty makeup bag, these are the tried and true you gotta have on hand.
Alright, babes – here are your “starter kits” for both high-end and drugstore makeup products. These items are key!
Drugstore Base/Coverage Products
Drugstore Color Products
High-End Base/Coverage Products
High-End Color Products
Such a good idea! I remember when I was first getting into makeup I spent $200 at Sephora and came out with so many good options. Wonderful post babe
Such a good idea! I remember when I was first getting into makeup I spent $200 at Sephora and came out with so many good options. Wonderful post babe
oo i need to try that elf powder!
That’s a great post. I am 37 and I still don’t know any of these products.
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Wow this an awesome break down! I’m not a makeup person, and so I definitely get so lost on what to buy! This is so helpful!
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Wow, this is a great post! I have a mix of some of these products, but they were gifts and though I love makeup, I’m usually clueless about the right products, so I appreciate you sharing this!
This is a great starter kit list! Love the different price points.
XOXO
Cathy
oo i need to try that elf powder!
That’s a great post. I am 37 and I still don’t know any of these products.
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That Shape Tape concealer is my fave! And the Too Faced Chocolate bronzer… I’ve been using that for years. I love it so much and that hint of chocolate smell is a great way to start the day!
I love mixing high and low products. ELF and Tarte are some of my faves.
All those make up elements are key!!!!!! So many options here! Would love to see more blog posts like this one, I found very helpful.
Great tips! Don’t really have a makeup bag so this is useful for a started kit 😉 Thanks for sharing!
So many great products here! I always have black eyeliner in my makeup bag!
Wow, this is a great post! I have a mix of some of these products, but they were gifts and though I love makeup, I’m usually clueless about the right products, so I appreciate you sharing this!
Lip balm and/or lip tint! Can’t live without it.
That Shape Tape concealer is my fave! And the Too Faced Chocolate bronzer… I’ve been using that for years. I love it so much and that hint of chocolate smell is a great way to start the day!
All of these look amazing! That blush looks so beautiful and want to try out those drugstore products!
Kileen
cute & little
Great tips! Don’t really have a makeup bag so this is useful for a started kit 😉 Thanks for sharing!
So many great products here! I always have black eyeliner in my makeup bag!
I definitely need to try out some new products as the ones I use at the moment just aren’t doing what I want them to. I’m all about finding drugstore make-up gems so I’ll have to try some of these products out. One item I don’t go anywhere without is mascara! I have practically no eyelashes without it 😂
I definitely need to try out some new products as the ones I use at the moment just aren’t doing what I want them to. I’m all about finding drugstore make-up gems so I’ll have to try some of these products out. One item I don’t go anywhere without is mascara! I have practically no eyelashes without it 😂
This is such a great idea! I have the tarte blush and fenty highlighter and they are great!
I’ve heard great things about that Hangover 3 in 1 product from Too Faced… I’m looking forward to trying it out! I also love that concealer from Tarte, it covers dark circles sooooo well.
Xx, C
This is such a great idea! I have the tarte blush and fenty highlighter and they are great!
I’ve heard great things about that Hangover 3 in 1 product from Too Faced… I’m looking forward to trying it out! I also love that concealer from Tarte, it covers dark circles sooooo well.
Xx, C
This is a great list of beauty products! So many goodies, especially the Hangover 3 in 1!
Lizzie
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Other than foundation and concealer, I don’t really even know what else I need when it comes to base/coverage products! I’ve heard of BB Cream but not even sure exactly what it is or how to use it! I am very much a make-up newbie.
That elf putty primer is incredible! These are great picks!
As long as I have a food foundation/bb cream and mascara, I’m good to go. I need to be better about trying new products though and I will take some of your suggestions!
-Morgan
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Where was this post when I was a teenager?! Thank you so much for filling in my knowledge gaps, this was so helpful!
Other than foundation and concealer, I don’t really even know what else I need when it comes to base/coverage products! I’ve heard of BB Cream but not even sure exactly what it is or how to use it! I am very much a make-up newbie.
The Tarte blush is definitely my favorite blush ever – I’ve had it in shades “party” and “exposed” and both were stunning! Lasted long and just really gorgeous! Yes, to ELF’s setting powder!
So many goodies included in these lists. The Maybelline Fit Me line is by far one of the best complexion lines at the drugstore. I love the L’OREAL TrueMatch as well. The Physician’s Formula Butter bronzer is my all-time favorite bronzer, beating out many high end ones!
As someone with oily skin, I definitely love the Urban Decay Naked Skin Foundation. I’m very curious to see if the new Naked Foundation will take its place or if it is a completely new launch for the brand. I’m hoping it is the latter because the Naked Skin is my #1 Favorite foundation.
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You are my go to person for all things make-up! I totally trust your opinion on the best products, because I know you have years of experience! I love a lot of these products, mainly because you’ve suggested them to me;)
Absolutely loved these picks. I totally agree, these are must haves. I have the Shape Tape concealer from Tarte, the Lash Paradise mascara and the nudes pallette.
Candace Hampton
http://www.thebeautybeau.com
I’ve got to look into these products! I’m completely clueless when it comes to makeup!
I wear Tarte blush all the time. It’s my favorite! Ill check out the other products too – thanks for the suggestions.
I need to try some of these. I love finding and trying new products, especially when they’re affordable.
Xx, Nailil
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Absolutely loved these picks. I totally agree, these are must haves. I have the Shape Tape concealer from Tarte, the Lash Paradise mascara and the nudes pallette.
Candace Hampton
http://www.thebeautybeau.com
I’ve got to look into these products! I’m completely clueless when it comes to makeup!
You listed several products I haven’t tried before! I’m definitely going to check them out.
That Milani blush is my absolute favorite! I wear it everyday. Great picks here girl!
NARS radiant creamy concealer is a favorite of mine!!!!
You listed several products I haven’t tried before! I’m definitely going to check them out.
That Milani blush is my absolute favorite! I wear it everyday. Great picks here girl!
NARS radiant creamy concealer is a favorite of mine!!!!
I really love these picks! I definitely use a combination of high end and low end but I tend to gravitate towards the rule that if it’s going directly on my face, like primer or foundation and such, I will put more money towards it. If it’s going on top of my base like eyeshadow or mascara, I am okay with drugstore!
I love all these products in your starter kit! I use a lot of these products everyday!
I love you even more for breaking it up between high-end and drug store. Having a mixture of price points fits my budget!