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So, let's be frank. Do you really need ALL the makeup things? No.
I mean, who even uses all of that stuff? I have a massive treasure trove of eyeshadow palettes, lip BB cream (?!), eyebrow pencils and waxes, primers and highlighters, etc., but when you break it down, you really only need a few essentials.
Unless, of course, you're doing the clown contouring thing on the reg...
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My number 1!
Mascara.
Everyone feels better with a bit of mascara. More so, I would argue, than with any other type of makeup.
Our current crush: Elizabeth Arden Grand Entrance, R275, is fantastical.
My number 2!
Dewy stick - or highlighter.
Nothing like a compact highlighting stick to make your face look alive. Drag it across you cheekbones and temples and blend into skin for a quick brightening effect.
We use the Smashbox Halo Highlighting Wand, R470.
3 more things...
Eyeliner.
At the moment I am obsessed with the 3INA The Kajal (available in SA soon) eyeliner pencil. It is black as the night and doesn't smudge easily as other kajals do.
We also love the Clinique for Eyes Intense Quickliner, R310.
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Tinted lip stain, gloss.
Look naturally flushed (you can also use this as a quick blush on your cheeks) use the amazing Benefit Chachatint cheek & lip stain,R435 or the classic Benetint - shop it at Stuttafords.
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A light foundation.
Much like the Clinique Superbalanced Makeup, PREVAGE® Anti-Aging Foundation SPF 30 PA+, the foundation by Urban Decay Naked Skin Liquid Foundation, R550 is lightweight and feels soft and delicate on your skin. It's also very moisturising - always a plus after a long night out.
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