From the everyday lipstick to the ultimate pressed powder, here are the makeup essentials your cosmetics bag is crying out for.
StyleNest have picked the ultimate in must-have makeup with our roundup of the most essential products. From award-winning mascaras to go-with-everything nail colour – think of it as a capsule wardrobe for your makeup bag.
Benefit Browzings Brow Shape Kit
In desperate need of Delevigne-style brows? Look no further than Benefit’s complete brow kit.
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact
Create a candle-lit glow to your cheeks this spring with Bobbi Brown’s iconic shimmer brick. With a wealth of shades to choose from, there’s one to complement every skin tone.
Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour Balm
Since Clinique’s Chubby Sticks landed on the StyleNest beauty desk we just couldn’t get enough. Offering moisturising, intense colour in one easy application, this is a handbag must-have for midday makeup touches.
Burberry Sheer Eyeshadow
This luxurious eyeshadow glides on to the lid with ease and stays put morning till night Available in a quad of natural tones, this palette can be used for adding everyday definition, or to build up colour for a sultry smoky evening look.
Clinique High Impact Extreme Volume Mascara
This do-it-all mascara lengthens, thickens and volumises your lashes with eye opening results. Perfect if you haven’t had your eight hours sleep.
Dior Vernis
Sometimes there’s just too many nail shades to choose from. You can’t go wrong with Dior’s effortlessly chic, red vernis.
Laura Mercier Eye Basics, Eye Bright
Mask those late nights and early mornings with Laura Mercier’s magical eye brightener. It also doubles up as an eye primer to make sure your makeup stays put all day long.
Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF10
Estée Lauder’s double wear foundation will leave skin looking silky, smooth and polished from dust till dawn. With added SPF, it’s the perfect everyday base to wear throughout the summer.
Guerlain Météorites Base Perfectrice Pearls
For dewy, spring-like skin invest in Guerlain’s illumating pearls, Wear as a base under your foundation for natural radiance and shine.
Estee Lauder Pure Colour Long Lasting Lipstick
This trusty lipstick will become a treasured handbag essential. Available in a wealth of colours from pale and pretty to sultry and statement, find your colour and invest.
Inika Professional Brush Roll
A lady’s makeup routine means nothing without her tools. Invest in this compact brush set, comprising everything you’ll ever need from blusher brush to eyebrow shaper.
Topshop Glow Highlighter
For Kate Moss worthy cheekbones use Topshop’s glow pot. Dab on with your fingers for a fresh-faced look that only takes seconds.
Nars Pressed Powder
Suitable for all skin types, NARS’ triple-milled powder balances out an oily T-zone and covers any imperfections. Wear alone for a light everyday look or on top of your usual foundation for more full-coverage.
YSL Le Rouge Pur Couture
Every women needs a red lipstick in her makeup collection. YSL’s iconic rouge offers vibrant colour and moisture all in one.
