Building a Complete Pro Makeup Kit with $500: Must-Have Items

STRATEGIC SPENDING IS KEY

Can an impressive professional makeup kit be assembled for under $500? The answer is a definite yes, but it requires careful consideration. Your choice of products should align with your target audience to avoid wasting money on items that won't be used. Understanding your clients is key to making smart decisions and creating a universal kit.

Quality makeup looks don't demand a hefty budget; strategic spending is key. Focus on crucial items that matter the most to your clients. For instance, investing in a high-end primer or foundation for specific skin needs can justify splurging, while opting for budget-friendly options for other products maintains a balance.

 

MEET YZABELLA BALETTE

Yzabella is our enrollment specialist and mentor. She has expertly curated a list of products that enable you to create a professional makeup kit, all while staying within a budget of less than $500. With 15 years of freelance makeup experience, her selections comprise essential, high-quality products designed to kickstart your makeup journey with confidence!

 

“BRING YOUR A-GAME” LIST


Reboot Active Care Revitalizing Foundation / Make Up For Ever

 
 

Hydrating, buildable coverage. Be aware that this product features a dewy finish, making it best suited for those with normal to dry skin types rather than oily skin.

 

Ultra Foundation Pro / Face Atelier




Long lasting, has satin matte or natural finish, HD friendly. 

 

Radiant Creamy Concealer / NARS



Rated #1 on TikTok, this product is crease-free, lightweight, yet provides full coverage.

 

Revolution X Roxxsaurus Blush Burst Palette / Makeup Revolution

2 marbled shades for shimmer and softness, along with 6 highly pigmented matte shades that offer buildable color payoff. These shades are suitable for all skin tones.

 

8T Totally Tan Complexion Pro Face Palette / Morphe


Includes highlight colors, each highly pigmented and available in multiple shades to compliment all skin tones.

 

Soft Glam Eyeshadow Palette / Anastasia Beverly Hills

Highly pigmented, multiple finishes and great for all skin tones.

 

Lipstick Palettes / Graftobian



Great natural finish with hydrating benefits, all while being HD friendly.

 

No Color Powder / RCMA



Blurs texture and provides all-day matte makeup hold, HD friendly.

 

AMC Eyeliner Gel / Inglot



Waterproof and sweatproof, offering exceptional staying power. Please note that this eyeliner dries quickly which makes correcting mistakes difficult.

 

Telescopic Original Waterproof Mascara / L'Oréal



Waterproof, lengthens lashes while remaining flake-free.

 

Retractable Rouge Gel Lip Liner / SEPHORA COLLECTION



Available in a variety of colors, boasts impressive pigmentation, and eliminates the hassle of sharpening.

 

These are all the products we recommend to include in your makeup kit. Despite their budget-friendly nature, these items maintain high quality, allowing you to adeptly attend to clients and enhance your income.

 

All of our courses include a comprehensive professional makeup kit, a compact selection of essential, premium products handpicked by our makeup professionals. This kit is a powerful career booster, giving you the professional edge to help you start earning as a certified makeup artist.

  • - OMA Pro-Line Lip Palette - OMA Pro-Line Blush Palette - OMA Pro-Line Contour Palette - Pro-Line Foundation Palette - Pro Marble Eyeshadow Palette - Metal Plate With Spatula - Pro Concealer Palette - Imagic Eyeshadow Palette - 22-Pieces Professional Makeup Brush Set - False Eyelashes - Color Wheel for MUA's - Professional Makeup Bag

Discover a world of possibilities at our academy, where we cater to individuals at every stage of their makeup journey, from novice to expert makeup artists. Our programs are designed to empower and elevate your skills. With each program, you'll receive the exclusive Ultimate Makeup Artist Professional Kit, meticulously assembled with top-tier products from renowned brands. Crafted by professional makeup artists, this kit is tailored to boost your proficiency in various specialized areas of makeup artistry. The choice is yours – select the program that aligns with your level, aspirations and goals!

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