27 Products To Revamp Your Boring Makeup Routine

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A Wonderskin lip stain mask if you're not just battling heat, but also a three-course meal. I rely HEAVILY on this mask during the summer since it adds a my-lips-but-better flush of color that looks natural and stays put all day long.
An eyebrow stencil kit, because brows are siblings, not twins — but, heck, brow application is hard, sometimes making them look like distant relatives. This stencil will ensure your brow shapes match every time — and it comes with a sponge for easy application!
Promising review: "I love this kit! I have natural eyebrows, but they are a little sparse in areas and not the right shape I want. I use this stencil to perfect my shape, and just lightly stamp it, and it fills out the areas that need some help. Really fast and easy to use, and they stay on all day, even when I'm sweaty and wiping my forehead all day at work. They wash off with soap and water easily." —KaylynnGet it from Amazon for $16.89 (available in two shades).
A glow-enhancing lotion if you're all about rocking glazed skin this summer. I have been using this for years, and I love to wear it under foundation for a dewy finish or on its own to make my skin look like I just left the med spa.
Promising review: "I don't usually write reviews, but this product warrants one. When it comes to highlighters or glow lotions, I don't like a ton of shine where my face looks like I've got high beams on. This 'glotion' provides the perfect balance of hydration and glow; it isn't drying whatsoever and it lasts awhile. For this price, don't think, just buy it and try it. You won't regret!" —City BoyGet it from Amazon for $13.98 (available in five shades).
A reusable oil-absorbing Revlon Volcanic Face Roller, because no longer will you have to use wasteful single-use blotting sheets! If you find yourself powdering your T-zone or reaching for paper towels to minimize shine, you'll want to get a hold of this compact roller that'll last you (almost) forever.
Promising review: "I love it! I always get so oily in my T-zone, and I hate it, so I'd pack on powder or run out of blotting sheets so quickly. This product absorbed my oil while not messing with my makeup! :) I will definitely be taking this with me everywhere." —EmmaGet it from Amazon for $7.75.
A magical makeup-correcting stick for those moments when you want to clean up a corner of your look without accidentally taking half your makeup off. This works in a pinch if you notice your mascara or liner running halfway through your day.
A two-sided waterproof, smudge-proof liquid eyeliner to make creating a killer wing seamless every single time. Plus, since this eyeliner stamps on a wing pattern for you, you'll never have to worry about asymmetrical liner!
Promising review: "Amazon makes all things possible, even the perfect winged liner. I'm speechless. I've never been able to do winged liner in the 30 years I've walked the earth. This product is amazing; it's seamless. Literally, it's foolproof. Not to mention, it has great staying power, it's very dark, and hasn't smudged all day. I seriously wasn't expecting to like it this much; you've got a customer for life!" —TaylorGet it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three sizes and a combo pack, cruelty-free and vegan-friendly).
An eyeshadow palette that you'll want to snag if your beauty routine is all about maximalism, baby. This comes with practically every color you'll need for a vibrant graphic eye.
Psst! Eyeshadow is *so* versatile — you can stow this into your collection for killer eye looks, yes, but it also has every color you'll need to create some cool Halloween face art! (Yes, I said Halloween — it's never too early to think about the best holiday ever.)Promising review: "This eyeshadow palette is absolutely STUNNING. There's no other word to describe it, the colors are so freaking pigmented. I'm a total beginner at eye makeup and was looking for a palette that had enough colors for me to play with. This is it, for the price and what you get out of it, it's so worth it. I'm not one who's into name brand makeup, I can easily use a no-name brand and be very satisfied. This palette is my holy grail product!" —DarleneGet it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two styles).
A fine-toothed eyelash comb, because it's one of the best tools for combing out mascara clumps in an instant. Just a few passes through your post-mascara lashes will leave them defined and fanned out — no spidery finish in sight!
A One/Size On 'Til Dawn setting spray that Beyoncé used during her Renaissance Tour... AND IT MADE HER MAKEUP LAST IN THE POURING RAIN! I don't know if you need more of a reason to buy this, but here goes: it not only mattifies the skin, but also creates a blurring effect that truly lasts all day and night.
Promising review: "🔥 This setting spray didn't just survive Pride — it slayed it. Honey, I was sweating, dancing, and dodging drag queens in stilettos, and my face didn't budge. Not a single pore out of place. It's like this stuff formed a legally binding contract with my glam. Smells strong, works stronger. Basically, On 'Til Dawn said 'I got you, babe' and meant it. 🔥" —PeteGet it from Amazon for $34.
A Ciele setting powder with SPF 30, just in case you want to combine reapplying your powder and sunscreen into one seamless step.
Promising review: "This powder is amazing. It kept down my shine, and was put to the test on a Caribbean cruise. I highly recommend this powder. Doesn't settle into creases either." —NetteMarieGet it from Sephora for $38 (available in three shades).
A zero-waste all-over color stick that's basically like a multi-use crayon for your face. Use this lip-to-lid formula on your eyes, cheeks, and lips for a monochromatic makeup look.
And if you want something that function similarly but with a bit more color, the Haus Labs by Lady Gaga's Hy-Power Pigment Paint is the product for you. These highly-pigmented yet super-buildable formulas will become a staple in your collection for everything from a subdued blurred lip to a graphic, bright eye look.
A two-piece eyebrow soap kit that takes just a few swipes to apply, and gives you fluffed up brows that stay put for hours.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this and am amazed at how much fuller my brows look! Application is also super easy and quick! I took three pictures — the top picture is before I applied it, the middle picture is after application, and the third picture is after I've drawn a line under my brow to clean up the look and filled in some sparse areas." —P.A.Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
Sacheu's Peel Off Lip Liner stain so your lip liner can last! Much like a peel-off lip stain, this liner stains the perimeter of your lips to create a line that stays PUT until the end of your day.
Promising review: "I didn't expect this to work so well. I'm going to be starting an internship in the fall, working with kids, and I won't have time to reapply my lip liner during the day, so I thought to get this lip tint. I am SO happy I did it, it lasted all day, and when I went to bed, I woke up with it still on after eating and drinking food. I highly recommend this product and can't wait to use it for my internship :). I got the shade rose, and I like mauve colored lip liners, and the rose was close enough to be mauve, so I do love it, and you can put it on twice for a bolder color." —MerazhiaGet it from Amazon for $14 (available in six shades).
A waterproof crème-to-powder eyeshadow stick that applies as easily as a creamy concealer while drying down to resemble a powder shadow. Plus! It comes with a convenient twist applicator on one end and a blending sponge on the other, which is essential for those who do their makeup on the go.
Ilia's Super Serum Skin Tint for the makeup lovers who enjoy playing with blush, bronzer, and eyeshadow, but detest the feeling of a full-coverage foundation. This skin tint blends seamlessly into the skin while providing a medium coverage for any dark circle or redness you'd like to cover. What's even better is that it's packed with niacinamide to protect against antioxidants, PLUS SPF 40 to help ward off damaging UV rays!
Promising review: "I HATE foundation and the feeling of having something on my face, so this is a great option. It's lightweight, tinted, and provides enough coverage to cover redness. Bonus that it has SPF!" —SageGet it from Amazon for $48 (available in 28 shades).
A set of reusable magnetic lashes so that you can enjoy the look of voluminous falsies without having to finagle with old school lash glue! Since this simply connects to a magnetic liner across your lash line, these lashes are mess-free and reusable.
An Alleyoop Pen Pal, because it has everything you need for a full beat in one place! This is a fave amongst travelers because it's an eyeliner, lip liner, brow pencil, and highlighter all in a single pen!
Winky Lux's Glimmer Balm that has a pretty flush of shimmery color that blooms to your natural pH! I reach for this on days when I don't really have time to do makeup, but still want to add a touch of moisture and color to my lips.
A Catrice under-eye brightener just in case your current concealer isn't cutting it in the dark circle department. This concealer has a nifty peach undertone that cancels out most under eye circles, whether they stem from tired eyes or straight up genetics. I personally have generic dark circles and rely on this HEAVILY for a brighter, more awake look.
A NYX extreme hold eyebrow gel, because it's a staple in my kit for making salon-worthy, fluffy brows without the "$$$$" price tag. You can use this non-sticky formula alone or over a brow pencil to fill in any sparse areas — it should be good to hold for up to 16 hours!
A tube of Glossier Cloud Paint gel-cream blush that looks like actual paint — but for your cheeks! This formula is buildable, meaning you can go for a subtle flush or a maximal #sunburntmakeup look.
OleHenriksen's Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment, because TikTok is all over this high-shine, buttery formula. Like a lip gloss, pout preserve offers a mirror-like finish in colors that'll go with all your makeup moods. Its formula sets it apart from other lippies, though, as it's full of peptides and kokum butter to soften the lips.
Promising review: "This is the only lip gloss I use because it's such a staple to me. it feels so nice to put on, and you can feel how good it is for your lips. A little goes a long way and lasts. Very nice and satisfying to wear!" —ChaylaGet it from Ulta for $23 (available in nine shades).
A pack of self-adhesive eyeshadow shields so you can protect your base makeup while making the coolest eye look you've done in a while. This is especially helpful for when you want to tap into some fun glitter application!
A liquid cream blush that's virtually weightless and easy to apply! You can get this for your favorite tween who is just starting to get into makeup but still wants something that's super glowy, pigmented, and effective.
Promising review: "Creamy and blendable. These are great blushes and have lots of pigmentation. Very creamy and a smooth application on the skin! It is a great alternative to the Rare Beauty blush. It lasted me the whole day and did not melt off. It has a lot of coverage and does not need too much when applying." —Harsh ArgawalGet it from Amazon for $6.39+ (available in three shades and in sets).
A satin-finish TirTir cushion foundation with up to 72 hours (!!!) of wear, a buildable coverage, and a gorgeous satin finish that's neither too dewy nor too matte. This cute compact stores easily in your bag — perfect for when you're running late and have to do your makeup en route to work, hehe.
And a Nyx Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain, because you ~can have~ high-shine and blurred lips from a single lippie. This applies like a pigmented gloss, and wears off to a gorgeous stain that'll last. Plus, it'll keep your lips nice and hydrated with ingredients like vitamin B12 and coconut water!