This particular post was born from a recent conversion with a girlfriend of mine. She's asked my suggestions for her makeup already and really enjoyed the products I found. Now she wants to build up a simple, easy-to-use, accessible makeup kit for her everyday looks and evening parties. She gave me the honor (and huge responsibility;)) to compose a list that she will just buy everything on it.
I chose the products that my friend can easily find at Sephora, Macy's and local drugstores. She has hooded eyes but is blessed with gorgeous smile. I decided to not playing up with the eyemakeup for now, instead focus on her lips. This kit is all about quick compact and versatile. My favorite items include Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge in Rouge and Hourglass Liquid Lipstick in Icon which she can wear as a stain and build up for full-on glamorous lips.
It was so hard for me not to recommend a highlighter and a gel liner as I swear by them. But Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Nectar is a must-have for her as it can be used as a blush for evening looks too. Can't skip it! I also refrain myself from eye primer and eye brushes, and from urging her to try Chanel glossimer, hence the Tarte cream eyeshadow in Bronze. I figured if later she becomes more interested in makeup, she can always add a million pretty girly items to her makeup bag. Regular beauty tools like tweezer, cotton swab and pads are not included here.
If you were me, what would you recommend for my friend?
