How to build a pro makeup kit for under $1000
The makeup industry is a fulfilling career path, but it can come at a high cost. One of the biggest challenges for aspiring makeup artists is building a professional makeup kit while staying within budget. It can be intimidating to ensure that all the necessary products are included without overspending. By conducting thorough research and employing strategic shopping tactics, it is entirely achievable to craft a high-quality and professional makeup kit without incurring excessive costs. So, let's get started on the journey towards a flawless look that won't break the bank!
Recently, we hosted a Live session on our Instagram discussing how to build a professional makeup kit for less than $1000. During the Live, our mentor Yzabella listed the makeup products that can be included in such a makeup kit.
Estée Lauder
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
Great coverage. This foundation is transfer-resistant, waterproof, and oil-free. It needs additional setting methods or it gets greasy/cakey.
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Ultra HD Self-Setting Medium Coverage Concealer
Self-setting helps limit creasing and medium coverage! It is formulated with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump the skin, and silica powders to absorb excess oil and prevent creasing.
Danessa Myricks Beauty
Dewy Cheek & Lip Palette
The lighter colors offer more color payoff than the darker ones and there’s a pretty high shine finish (which is great if you like a glossy or dewy look). The palette contains 12 shades that range from neutral to bold colors, and the creamy formula blends seamlessly into the skin for a natural finish. The pigmentation is intense and long-lasting, making it ideal for a range of skin tones and textures.
NYX
Highlight & Contour Pro Face Palette
Personally love how affordable the brand is, and how great the products are. Both the highlight and contours offer warm and cool tones in a varying shade selection which is great for all!
NYX
Wonder stick contour and highlighter stick
Beautiful creaminess, buildable for your desired dramatic effect and easy to blend — also comes in several tones with a highlight on one end to contour and highlight in one tool!
Dior
BACKSTAGE Glow Face Palette
Reimagined to combine highlight and bronzer for all skin tones. Please note that it’s mostly blinding highlight.
Natasha Denona
Glam Eyeshadow Palette
The Natasha Denona Glam Eyeshadow Palette is a makeup product that contains 15 shades of eyeshadows with different finishes, including matte, metallic, and duo-chrome. The palette includes neutral and warm-toned shades, ranging from champagne to deep brown, making it versatile for creating a range of looks.
Mehron Makeup
Celebré Pro-HD Pressed Powder Foundation 12 Color Palette
The palette contains twelve colors that can be used for highlighting, contouring, and general coverage. One of the key features of the Mehron Celebre Pro Powder Palette is its high pigmentation and smooth application. The powders are finely milled, which makes them easy to blend and build up for a customized look. Love this product for men’s grooming; also great for natural “no makeup” makeup and touch-ups on set as well as mature skin for those who don’t like a “heavy” feeling foundation.
Graftobian
HD super lip palette
The Graftobian HD Super Lip Palette contains a range of lip colors in a convenient palette format. The formula is designed to provide high-definition and long-lasting color to the lips. The palette contains 18 shades ranging from bold reds to subtle nudes, making it versatile for different skin tones and occasions. It’s opaque, comfortable on the lips, and custom blendable- one of our favorites on sets.
Laura Mercier
Translucent Loose Setting Powder
Absolute gold. Helps set and minimize texture- great for all skin types including mature and has a natural matte finish!
INGLOT Cosmetics
Amc Eyeliner Gel
A must-have for brides. This Gel Liner in a pot is about the only liner that can withstand tears, humidity, sweat, and other waterworks! It stays put so be very precise in your application and can be somewhat difficult to clean if a large mistake occurs (small mistakes like crisping up edging is easily fine).
Too Faced
Better Than Sex Volumizing & Lengthening Waterproof Mascara
The formula is pretty good. The formula does hold up to sweat/humidity and other environmental factors well. The product is designed to add volume and length to the eyelashes while also being waterproof.
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Artist Color Pencil Brow, Eye & Lip Liner
Another absolute must-have. Artist Color Pencil Brow, Eye & Lip Liner is a versatile product that can be used for multiple purposes. It is highly pigmented, long-lasting, and easy to blend. The formula is designed to be smooth and creamy, making it easy to apply without tugging or pulling on the delicate skin around eyes or lips.
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Cream Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick
It has a great long-lasting color that feels comfortable and not dry. It is well-liked for its pigmentation, long-lasting wear, and comfortable feel on the lips.
Here we have reviewed the makeup products that we recommend including in your makeup kit. They are reasonably priced, yet truly good. Most of the brands are considered quite recognizable in the market, and your clients will also appreciate this selection of products.
If you need a quality makeup kit that will be an excellent tool for working with clients check out our Elite Career Path course. This course already includes the Ultimate Makeup Artist Professional Kit with incredible brand-name products that have been specifically selected by our industry-experienced professional makeup artist team to benefit your career. So you won't need to spend time searching for and purchasing products. We have included everything needed for all Makeup Artist specializations, including fashion, beauty, editorial, bridal, and more!
