Creating a full makeup kit list with a price that is affordable is a must for all those who appreciate beauty and aim for a flawless appearance. Having the right products is essential to getting that flawless finish. Whether you’re a newbie learning about cosmetics or a pro makeup artist growing your collection.
A well-chosen cosmetic kit can let you create looks for every occasion. It will include everything from lipstick to foundation. We’ll walk you through the essentials for your makeup bag in this guide.
Amazing Fragrance
Make up kit is incomplete without perfume. Before diving into the makeup essentials, remember that a signature scent enhances your overall appearance.
Living Floral by Scent N Stories is a perfect choice, adding a refreshing floral touch to your routine. This fragrance is ideal for daytime wear, making it a versatile addition to your beauty kit.
Face Products: Creating the Perfect Base
1. Foundation: Your Base for a Flawless Look
Any makeup look starts with foundation. It evens out the complexion and makes the surface smoother for other cosmetics.
- Purpose: Balances skin tone, hides flaws, and brings out your inherent complexion.
- Types: Stick, powder, cream, or liquid.
- How to Choose: Choose a foundation that is appropriate for your skin tone and type (hydrating for dry skin, oil-free for oily skin).
- Application Tips: For a uniform application, use a damp beauty blender or foundation brush.
- Price Range: PKR 1,500 – PKR 3,500
- Popular Brands: Maybelline, Huda Beauty, and L’Oréal
2. Concealer: The Secret Weapon
Dark circles, uneven skin, and pimples on your face can all be concealed with concealer.
- Purpose: Covers certain trouble spots, like blemishes and under-eye circles.
- Types: Stick, cream, or liquid.
- How to Choose: For spot hiding, use a matching shade, and for the under-eye area, use a shade lighter.
- Application Tips: For a smooth finish, blend with a tiny brush or sponge.
- Price Range: PKR 1,000 – PKR 2,500
- Popular Brands: NARS, L.A. Girl, Maybelline
3. Compact or Setting Powder: Lock in Your Look
Setting powder ensures long-lasting wear by locking in concealer and foundation. It also controls shine.
- Purpose: Sets makeup and keeps it from creasing, especially in places that are greasy.
- Types: Tinted (for extra coverage) or translucent (for all skin tones).
- Application Tips: Lightly apply over greasy areas or as needed using a fluffy powder brush.
- Price Range: PKR 800 – PKR 2,500
- Popular Brands: Laura Mercier, Rimmel, and MAC
Face Defining Products: Enhancing Your Features
1. Blush: A Pop of Color
Blush highlights the color of your cheeks to give your face a healthy, natural glow.
- Purpose: Enhances the warmth and brightness of your skin.
- Types: Liquid, cream, or powder.
- How to Choose: Use a tint that matches your skin tone (deep reds for darker skin tones, peach for medium, and pink for fair skin).
- Application Tips: Apply on the apples of your cheeks and blend in the direction of your hairline.
- Price Range: PKR 600 – PKR 2,000
- Popular Brands: Sleek, NARS, and L’Oréal
2. Highlighter: Your Glow-Up
Highlighter draws attention to particular parts of your face by reflecting light on them.
- Purpose: Draw attention to high points on your face, such as your cheekbones and brow bones, to give your face more radiance.
- Types: Cream, liquid, or powder.
- How to Choose: For a natural glow, try for a champagne or gold tone; for cooler skin tones, go for a pearlescent tint.
- Application Tips: For a radiant finish, dust lightly on your face’s high points.
- Price Range: PKR 800 – PKR 2,500
- Popular Brands: Becca, Fenty Beauty, Revolution
3. Bronzer
Bronzer makes your skin appear warmer and gives you a sun-kissed glow.
- Purpose: Gives your face more warmth and dimension.
- Types: Shimmer (for a beautiful glow) and matte (for contouring).
- How to Choose: Choose a bronzer one or two shades darker than your skin tone.
- Application Tips: Use on the jawline, cheekbones, and temples, as well as the outer edge of your face.
- Price Range: PKR 1,200 – PKR 3,000
- Popular Brands: Fenty Beauty, Too Faced, and Benefit
Eye Products: Defining Your Eyes
1. Eyeshadow Palette: Add Depth and Drama
Multiple tones in an eyeshadow palette allow you to create a range of eye styles, from subtle to dramatic.
- Purpose: Highlights the color and depth of your eyelids to make your eyes pop.
- Types: Metallic, shimmering, and matte.
- How to Choose: Select a palette that has dramatic hues for special events and neutral shades for everyday wear.
- Application Tips: To add dimension, blend a darker shade in the crease and a lighter shade over the entire lid.
- Price Range: PKR 1,500 – PKR 4,500
- Popular Brands: Maybelline, Huda Beauty, and Morphe
2. Eyeliner: Define Your Eyes
Using eyeliner defines your lash line and improves the appearance of your eyes.
- Purpose: Define your eyes with a variety of winged liner designs.
- Sorts: Gel, liquid, or pencil.
- How to Choose: Liquid or gel for precise, bold looks; pencil for delicate lines.
- Application Tips: For a natural look, line your upper lash line closely to your lashes; for a cat-eye impression, extend it further.
- Price Range: PKR 500 – PKR 1,500
- Popular Brands: Maybelline, Inglot, and Rimmel
3. Mascara: Frame Your Eyes
For a striking eye look, mascara defines, lengthens, and volumizes your lashes.
- Purpose: Gives the appearance of larger, more defined eyes.
- Types: Waterproof, volumising, and lengthening.
- How to Choose: Select volumising solutions for thin lashes or lengthening formulas for short lashes.
- Application Tips: For a uniform application, start at the root and wiggle the wand upward.
- Price Range: PKR 800 – PKR 2,500
- Popular Brands: Benefit, L’Oréal, Maybelline
Lip Products: Finishing Touches for Your Lips
1. Lipstick: Complete the Look
Lipstick completes your makeup by bringing personality and color to your appearance.
- Purpose: Gives your lips definition and a splash of color.
- Types: Liquid, satin, glossy, and matte.
- How to Choose: Bold hues like scarlet or plum for formal or evening attire, and neutral shades for daily use.
- Application Tips: Use lip liner first, then lipstick to fill in the gaps for long-lasting color.
- Price Range: PKR 600 – PKR 2,500
- Popular Brands: L’Oréal, Maybelline, and MAC
2. Lip Liner
Lip liner keeps lipstick from feathering and defines the contours of your lips.
- Purpose: Helps contour and shape your lips to make them appear larger.
- Types: Retractable or pencil.
- How to Choose: For a smooth appearance, match the shade of your lipstick to your lip liner.
- Application Tips: Line your lips before applying lipstick for better definition and longevity.
- Price Range: PKR 300 – PKR 1,000
- Popular Brands: Maybelline, MAC, and NYX
Makeup Tools: The Key to a Flawless Application
1. Brushes and Sponges
For cosmetics to be applied, set, and blended precisely and evenly, makeup tools are essential.
- Purpose: Guarantees a uniform and flawless application of cosmetics.
- Essential Tools: Beauty sponge, blush, powder, foundation, and eyeshadow brushes.
- How to Choose: Invest on blending-easy, non-shedding, premium brushes.
- Price Range: PKR 1,000 – PKR 3,000 (per set)
- Popular Brands: Sigma, Morphe, and Real Techniques
FAQs
Q.1: What do I need to have a full makeup kit?
To have a full makeup kit, you’ll need these essentials:
- Primer
- Foundation
- Concealer
- Setting powder
- Blush
- Bronzer
- Highlighter
- Eyeshadow palette
- Eyeliner
- Mascara
- Lipstick
- Lip liner
- Makeup brushes/sponges
Q.2: How many items are in a makeup kit?
A basic makeup kit typically contains 12 essential items:
- Primer
- Foundation
- Concealer
- Setting powder
- Blush
- Bronzer
- Highlighter
- Eyeshadow palette
- Eyeliner
- Mascara
- Lipstick
- Lip liner
These products cover all the essential steps for a complete makeup routine.
Q.3: Which makeup brand is best?
The best makeup brand will rely on your requirements and tastes, but well-known premium brands include Maybelline for reasonably priced, dependable alternatives, Fenty Beauty for inclusive shade ranges, and MAC for professional-grade products.
Q.4: How to start makeup?
Begin by washing and moisturizing your face. After applying concealer, foundation, and primer, set with powder. Apply mascara, eyeshadow, eyeliner, blush, or bronzer. Apply setting spray and lipstick last.
Wrap Up!
Even while a beauty kit is necessary to improve your appearance, remember that the proper perfume can further enrich your style. A vast selection of perfumes goes well with every cosmetic style.
I used Merry Me and it worked well with my cosmetic look. It’s a compelling blend of notes that gives me a sophisticated touch. You can also try it.
Like your cosmetics, it’s ideal for every occasion and makes an impression that lasts.
