24 Makeup Products You Just Need

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24-07-2025

A Neutrogena makeup-correcting stick if any eyeliner or mascara goes where it shouldn't — and that goes for waterproof mascara, too, according to reviewers. This can replace using a full makeup wipe for a tiny mistake *and* majorly save you time since you don't have to start your makeup look over!
A tube of Glossier Boy Brow that conditions, visibly thickens, and shapes your brows in a few quick swipes so you can take your everyday makeup look to the next level. The precision brush grabs and coats each eyebrow hair for more defined brows — without any stiffness or flaking.
A black eyeliner stamp to give you the perfect cat eye without the fuss of keeping a constant steady hand. Save yourself the time that it takes to freehand a flawless wing and stamp on this waterproof liner instead.
A touch-up razor and dermaplaning tool that'll help your makeup go on smoother and last longer — 'cause removing peach fuzz and dead skin will make for a more flawless base. It also doubles as a precise brow shaper thanks to its clever cover that helps you remove just the right amount of hair. Bonus: It's way cheaper than a waxing or threading appointment.
A foundation brush, an under-$10 Amazon gem that'll instantly level up your makeup game. With dense, ultra-soft bristles and a flat-top design, it blends foundation like a dream — leaving your skin looking smooth, streak-free, and basically airbrushed. Whether you're going for full glam on a night out or a barely-there base at the office, this brush delivers. Plus, it comes with a protective case so it stays clean (even when you're traveling).
An oil-free Maybelline BB cream for a low-effort, high-reward base. This lightweight cream does it all — blurs, mattifies, hydrates, evens tone, and even helps clear breakouts thanks to its 2% salicylic acid. The coverage is sheer but buildable, so your skin still looks like skin — just calmer and less red!
A crease-resistant Maybelline concealer with a built-in sponge applicator to cancel out your dark circles and under-eye bags. The haloxyl-packed formula can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, blemishes, and redness, too! One reviewer even said "it applies like the Armani Maestro Eraser liquid undereye concealer," which is muchhh more $$$.
An internet-famous VieBeauti eyelash growth serum packed with peptides and ginseng to help you grow fuller, longer-looking lashes in as little as four weeks. It's basically a lash lift in a tube, minus the appointment and price tag. It's gentle enough for sensitive eyes and even comes in a brow-booster formula, too!
Or these reusable magnetic lashes, aka the beginner-friendly lash upgrade your makeup bag's been missing. It comes with five reusable lash styles, a super-easy-to-use magnetic liner, and an applicator tool that makes the hardest part much easier. No glue, no mess, no lashes halfway hanging off by the end of the night — just secure, fluttery drama that actually stays put.
A precision brow brush with two sides, an angled side that helps carve out precise, hair-like strokes and a spoolie that blends everything into brow perfection.
Plus, an eyebrow stencil kit that comes with 30 different stencil styles, a reusable elastic strap, and an eyebrow pencil, so you can finally stop freehanding your brows like you're sketching a map in the dark. Just pick your fave shape, hold it on your face, and fill it in.
Eyeshadow color removal sponges so you can easily clean your brushes by just rubbing it around! The black sponge absorbs excess eye makeup in *seconds* so when you jump around from dark to light shades for your makeup look, you're not ruining your fave palette in the process!
Or, a highly pigmented waterproof eyeshadow stick that applies as a crème but stays on like a powder — say what!? The candelilla wax–infused formula is super easy to blend, either with the built-in smudger end or just your finger, for a seamless look in seconds.
The Youthforia BYO Blush Oil a green blush oil that transforms into *your* skin's perfect pink. It reacts to your pH for a totally custom flush, and the formula? Lightweight, buildable, blendable, fast-absorbing *and* infused with plant-based oils.
A pack of self-adhesive eyeshadow shields so fallout from powder eyeshadows won't stick to your concealer or foundation. These will help you get a crisp and even makeup look on your first (!) try — just place the patch under your eye, make sure they're angled the same way, start building your winged shadow look, and remove once you're done!
Or a reusable silicone eye makeup shield you didn't know you needed — until now. It acts as a genius eyeshadow guard for catching fallout and creating razor-sharp lines, *and* as a soothing under-eyes mask after chilling it in the fridge for a little depuffing magic. It's like a glam assistant and mini spa wrapped into one product!
A clear lip liner, aka your go-to solution for locking in lipstick, preventing feathering, and creating a clean, defined look. This clear, creamy liner delivers invisible results, works with any shade, and adds lasting power to every swipe of color without clashing or smudging.
A Maybelline matte liquid lipstick if you want bold color that actually sticks around. It goes on smoothly with the angled applicator, dries down to a flawless matte finish, and somehow manages to last all day without turning your lips into the Sahara. Plus, it's smudge-proof and transfer-resistant, so you'll be reaching for this on the daily.
Or a K-beauty tinted lip butter for a silky, nonsticky lip balm that's designed for daily hydration with a glowy finish. Infused with agave and shea butter, this plant-based formula is packed with five nourishing oils and vitamin E to soothe, soften, and protect dry, chapped lips. The sheer, buildable tint adds just the right touch of color and layers easily for a richer shade.
An eyelash comb designed to give your lashes a clean, clump-free finish after mascara application. With ultra-fine teeth spaced perfectly to catch even the tiniest flakes and clumps, it helps separate and define lashes for a more polished, fanned-out look. The slightly bent neck between the handle and comb adds extra control, and the ergonomic grip fits comfortably in your hand. It also comes with a cap for easy, hygienic storage and on-the-go use.
A tube of Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later eyelid primer, it can grip your eyeshadow even more effectively than Fairy Godmother's wand, because it'll last way past midnight. Your eyeshadow will be shine-, crease, and oil-free, so you don't have to worry about touching up your perfect look!
A guide wand and eyeliner duo that makes flawless liner easy for everyone. The patented wand features a flexible precision tip, ergonomic grip, and open window for total control and visibility — perfect for wings, tightlining, and more. When paired with the rich, waterproof Guide Line eyeliner, this jet-black duo glides on without tugging and stays put all day.
A makeup mirror with LED lights and a flexible gooseneck that'll quickly become your beauty MVP for flawless makeup, precise hair removal, and pore-level detail. Its 7-inch, distortion-free mirror offers just the right magnification (aka clear and close). The bright LED lighting ensures perfect visibility, while the gooseneck lets you adjust it to any angle with ease. It attaches to any standard mirror using a strong suction cup.
And a digital makeup lesson guidebook if you wish you had a glam bestie who could walk you through every step of your routine — but in a beautiful PDF form. This instantly downloadable guide covers everything from skincare prep to contouring, color correcting, brows, blush, and beyond. It even includes face charts, color wheels, and blank note pages so you can personalize your makeup journey. Whether you're a total beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this digital (or printable!) guide is perfect for learning at your own pace.
You, after enhancing all those beautiful features of yours:
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