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What's a must-have for any makeup kit?

Charina Redugerio
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Charina Redugerio is a Makeup Artist based in New York City. With over 13 years of experience in the beauty industry, Charina has worked for Sephora, NARS Cosmetics, L'Oreal, Parfums Christian Dior, Natasha Denona Makeup, and is now a freelance makeup artist. She has conducted makeup for numerous fashion week shows, editorial shoots, and one-on-one client makeovers. She has worked and trained with several global celebrity makeup artists including Dior's Ricky Wilson.

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I love including a cream blush. It's so versatile—you can use it on your cheeks, lips, and even your eyes if it's the right color. It's really great if you're in a hurry or you forget a product.

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If I don't have brush bags how should I store them?

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You could use the bags they came in, stand them in a container or mug, or place inside any other clean container or bag you have. Brush bags are not essential, they're just one more way to get money from you. Think about what you already have in the house that would work just as well and use that instead. Or sew your own.

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Can someone tell if I wear foundation?

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It depends on what foundation you use and how naturally you apply it, and it depends on the person. There's always some chance that someone will be able to tell, but most people won't notice if you use a good-quality foundation in the right shade, use only a thin layer, and blend it well.

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Can I use my makeup brushes straight after cleaning them?

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You'll want to wait until they dry. Swipe the brush a few times on a piece of cloth or paper to remove any excess moisture and residual makeup.

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What is the best makeup product I can buy?

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This very broad question has no single answer. It absolutely depends on what look you're going for and which so-called flaws you're targeting. For example, if you have bad skin, get concealer. If you want to add a little color, lipstick and mascara are great first options.

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What product brands are best for a makeup kit?

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Maybelline, Rimmel London, Covergirl, and Collection are drugstore makeup brands, so they are pretty affordable and great to start a makeup kit.

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How do I choose makeup brushes?

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Do some research on the various brands of brushes you are curious about, and make sure you have a firm understanding of what they are for.

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How can I choose a good quality brush?

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If you see straight hairs in that brush, then it's good quality. If you don't, then it isn't good.

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How do I determine if a color matches my skin tone?

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Get it checked out at a makeup counter or search online for color and skin tone matches.

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What is the first make-up product I should apply as I begin my routine?

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First, apply a primer, which will make sure that your make-up lasts longer, goes on evenly, and doesn't clog your pores.

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What things are needed for daily makeup?

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That's up to you, but many people wear foundation, blush, mascara and eyeliner daily.

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How do I know which concealer is best for me?

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Your concealer should be a little bit lighter than your foundation. You can also visit a beauty supply store to get color matched.

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Can I just buy a makeup kit from a store?

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Yes, but you will only be limited to whatever colors are in that kit. For a truly personalized kit (one that matches your skintone and compliments your eyes, lips, etc) you will need to put one together yourself.

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Where can I get a makeup brush kit?

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You can get a makeup brush kit online or from a beauty supply store. You can also find it in a well-stocked drugstore or supermarket as well.

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Do I need as many brushes as in the picture?

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Definitely not if you know you won't use them but if you want to, go ahead and buy as many as you want.

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How long could I keep lipstick before I have to dispose it?

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Anywhere from 6 months to a year is how long you should keep lipstick. After a long time, it gets dry and smells funny.

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How do I remove dark circles from under my eyes?

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Get a concealer (one that matches your skin), and just use that until your dark circles are gone.

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There are a lot of black spots on my face. What is best makeup to use?

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Concealer is the best way to cover black spots, but if you have oily skin, make sure to use powder as well so you don't look too oily.

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What comes first and what comes last while applying makeup?

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You should start with a primer. Then put on foundation, a blush if you want one, and end with a finishing powder.

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What can I do to make my eyes appear whiter?

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Wear white eyeliner (the pencil one, not liquid) beneath your eyes.

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How do I use makeup for pimples and pimple marks?

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The same way you would if you didn't have any pimples or marks, just be a little more sensitive around those areas.

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How do I cover a big dark freckle on my skin?

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Try using a purple color corrector followed by foundation (if you wear it), then use concealer if you need more coverage.

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What type of concealer and foundation types are best for combination skin?

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Use a liquid concealer and liquid foundation for your dry skin and try using moisturizing cream.

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How for a makeup brush set?

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It depends on the brand. Elf has really good brushes that range from $1-$3, Ecotools has some for $10 and Real Techniques come in a set ranging from $10-$20.

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Which is the best eyeliner to put beneath the eye?

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Use a liner pencil to avoid getting product in your eye (and possibly doing damage to your eyesight).

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How do I choose correct lip colors?

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Research online and see what colors match your skin tone. You'll typically want to aim for a color that is a little bit darker or little bit lighter than your natural lip color.

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All our family's makeup went to my sister when she went to college. I have foundation, eye shadow, eye liner, and mascara. What is a good store for products?

Cecilia Flores

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Some good makeup stores are Sephora (if you're willing to spend a lot of money on makeup) and Ulta (both high-end and drugstore). You can also get makeup at Target, Walgreens, CVS, and other drugstores.

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How do I choose my foundation according to my face color?

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When you try foundations, concealers, and colored face powders, swatch them on your jawline.

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What is the name of a real whitening body lotion?

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That's called skin bleaching. You go to a dermatologist to get the bleaching done.

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Will foundation make my skin oily?

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If you use an oil-based foundation your skin will get oily. However, if you use matte foundation or powder instead your face will be less likely to become oily.

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