Hey there, beauties! Today’s post is all about my must-have products that I reach for on a daily basis. Unlike favorites, which are products I use in phases, these items are always a constant in my makeup bag. I have to warn you though, these aren’t brand new out of the box, some of them (ok, all of them) look a little worn out. But, that’s just proof that I truly do love each and every one of these!
Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette – I reach for this little guy each and everyday. You can use it on its own, for a complete look, or you can use it along side other shadows. A lot of palettes don’t contain matte blending shades, so Foxy always comes in handy. Venus is great for inner corner highlighting, and Naked 2 and Faint were my go-to brow shades for nearly a year!
Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray – This product has been in my arsenal for over five years, and has been repurchased countless times. It’s lightweight, hydrating, and helps to eliminate the look of powdery caked on makeup. I alternate between All Nighter and Chill, and highly recommend them both.
Becca Matte Skin Shine Proof Foundation in Buttercup– I have used this so much, that I rubbed the shade name off of it 😆 This creamy foundation gives skin a gorgeous matte finish that lasts all day. It has amazing pigmentation, and it never turns shiny or greasy. If I have to be at an all day event, and I need my makeup to look perfect, this is the foundation I reach for!
MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Peach Blossom – You know I love my pink nudes! Peach Blossom is a stunning peachy pink with a glossy finish. It feels hydrating on the lips, and it glides on effortlessly without pulling or dragging. It’s a really natural looking lipstick, so it pairs well with any look. I’m on my 4th or 5th tube, and as you can see, I’ll be needing another one very soon.
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard – At first, I didn’t understand what all the hype was about, but now I’m completely obsessed with this concealer. It has incredible pigmentation and a super creamy, easy to blend texture. It wears well under the eyes, and works perfect to cover blemishes or discoloration. Since mine was getting down to the end, I removed the stopper at the top of the tube, and there was so much left inside. It’s a little messy to apply now, but considering how much this costs, I want to use every last drop!
Cargo_HD Foundation Powder in #20 – This is another product that has been in my stash for years and years. It has a finely milled texture that’s buttery smooth, and the pigmentation is incredible. A little concealer, and this powder is all I wear on most days. But, my last three compacts have all broke (as you can see in the photo). Also, this powder is getting harder and harder to find, so I *may* be replacing it soon, sniff sniff.
Urban Decay 24/7 Liner in Whiskey – When it comes to liners, dark matte browns are my go-to. They aren’t as harsh as black liners, and they work well with all eye looks. This one from Urban Decay is creamy, pigmented and lasts all day without smudging. At one point I owned about four, one for my handbag, work desk, makeup bag and one for a backup – it’s that good!
Becca Resurfacing Face Primer – This is the first primer that I actually enjoy using, and one that I will most definitely be repurchasing. It has a creamy white texture that blends into the skin like a light lotion, and it leaves my face feeling like velvet. The Matte Skin Shine Proof Foundation blends beautifully over this, and it keeps my makeup in place all day. It’s also bigger than your average primer, so it lasts forever!
Despite my enormous collection, these few products are pretty much the only permanent staples in my makeup bag. Be sure to let me know what your most reached for products are!
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I also love the UD All Nighter, it takes the makeup to another level. I’m very intrigued by the primer and foundation by Becca! x
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Becca has quickly become one of my favorite brands, everything I’ve tried has been amazing!
This is such a useful post – i’ve pinned it ony pinterest for later
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Yay, so happy you liked my suggestions! 🙂
I use Naked Basics a lot as well. I have a zillion UD pencils but not a true brown. Looks like I need to add Whiskey to my list. And the MAC lippie is my kind of color too!
I think you’ll love Whiskey, it’s such a great brown and the formula is fantastic! I’ve found other UD liners to be hard to work with, and they can smudge (especially Perversion) but this one never does!
I really need an Urban Decay Naked Palette in my life!
Yes! It’s such a great little set of shadows, they are all so creamy and pigmented!
I love the UD setting spray. I must say its my fave. I’m looking for a new primer so I may have to try the Becca. It’s so hard to find one that works all year long. Especially during the summer.
I use the Becca primer year round here in Florida, and no issues, so I hope it works for you as well! 🙂
These look well loved so that’s why I know that they all must be great. I have quite a few of these in my stash and you make me want to pull them out tomorrow.
The Naked Basics Palette is one of my most used products too, I need to try the NARS concealer though! xx
I love the look of MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Peach Blossom what a pretty shade x
Right. You sold me on that Becca foundation. I need something that matte in my greasy-faced life. Bummer about the Cargo palette. I hate it when you can’t find an HG compact; it takes so long to find something else that suits so well. Hope you find a replacement soon!
I reach for SO many of these things myself! LOVE that MAC lipstick!
So many good products! I am the same way about my Naked 2 Basics, I use it almost every day, even if it’s only to fill in my eyebrows! The UD All Nighter is a product I own too but I use it only in very hot humid weather or when I am going to a wedding or some all night event.
That Mac lipstick is super pretty and you know I like my nudes too!
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Awesome picks. Peach Blossom is a gorgeous shade. I am so ashamed… I never give my Naked Basics any love.
Glad you liked them! 🙂 and I have about 20 other palettes collecting dust…ones that are way more expensive lol
Whiskey is speaking to me! Also, congatulations on hitting pan. I haven’t done that in a while. But if I was going to I think it could be the Semi Sweet palette. I love the idea behind this post. I also use the UD setting spray almost all the time.
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Thank you! Only a true beauty junkie knows how big of an accomplishment it is to hit pan lol 😉 and yes, you must try whiskey!
I keep reaching for my Urban Decay Naked Basics palette, it’s perfect for Spring 🙂
Rebecca Coco
Totally agree! 🙂
I wanna try some Becca products this year. The primer sounds just fab! I have been loving UD makeup setting spray as well. xx
Laura
Pink Frenzy
I highly recommend Becca, everything I’ve tried has been fabulous!
I love the sound of the Becca foundation, I really struggle with shine so I’ll have to look into that!! 🙂
Jess xo
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The matte finish it gives is so pretty, I hope you like it! 🙂
I need that setting spray. Love my UD basics, and I’ve heard only good things about Nars concealer xx
Have you tried the UD concealer? it is to die for! great pics lovely xxxx