{"id":41683,"date":"2020-05-13T07:00:22","date_gmt":"2020-05-13T11:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=41683"},"modified":"2020-05-13T07:00:22","modified_gmt":"2020-05-13T11:00:22","slug":"products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit","title":{"rendered":"Products + Tools You Absolutely NEED in Your Professional Makeup Kit!"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>Australian MUA, Charlotte Ravet, is the proud owner of her very own\u00a0<\/em><a style=\"font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit;\" href=\"https:\/\/charlotteravet.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em style=\"font-weight: inherit;\">hair and makeup business<\/em><\/a><em style=\"font-weight: inherit;\">. From bridal, to editorial, to film and television, and everything in-between \u2013 Charlotte provides a wide variety of services that cater to all types of clientele!<\/em>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit;\"><em style=\"font-weight: inherit;\">Her extensive resume includes working for Prada, L\u2019Oreal, and even the cast of the hit show, Glee! A developer of educational programs, Charlotte has even been awarded Best Makeup Educator of the Year by the Australian Industry Makeup Awards.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit;\"><em style=\"font-weight: inherit;\">Here, she examines the best (and cheapest) online tools to help you market your makeup artist business!<\/em><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;75&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41695&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]As an <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/maximize-your-time-at-home-by-getting-your-makeup-artist-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MUA<\/a> and makeup lover, the one thing we never want to stop buying is\u2026 makeup! Of course, if you\u2019re not careful, this can spell trouble for our bank account. This is why, over the years, the main thing I\u2019ve learned is to <strong>keep it simple<\/strong>!\n\nThere are two reasons for this:\n<ol>\n \t<li>As a <a href=\"\/your-makeup-career\/job-description-of-a-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professional MUA<\/a>, makeup is my living. This means that I have to be mindful to manage my spending on beauty products. This is because my budget also needs to be allocated to things like advertising, marketing, space rental, and other business expenses.<\/li>\n \t<li>The more organised my professional makeup kit is, the easier (and <em>faster<\/em>) I can provide my services for clients!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nAs part of my standard practice, I typically have two separate makeup bags. One is for classic beauty makeup; the other, for creative and\/or editorial. This helps me better organize my professional products. Plus, it means I don\u2019t need to lug ALL every single product with me to a given job.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit\/#Breaking_Down_My_Professional_Makeup_Kit\" >Breaking Down My Professional Makeup Kit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit\/#Beauty_Bag_Must-Haves_Tips\" >Beauty Bag Must-Haves + Tips:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit\/#CreativeEditorial_Bag_Must-Haves_Tips\" >Creative\/Editorial Bag Must-Haves + Tips:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit\/#Tools\" >Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit\/#Remember\" >Remember:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breaking_Down_My_Professional_Makeup_Kit\"><\/span><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Breaking Down My Professional Makeup Kit<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]When it comes to your professional <a href=\"\/2020\/04\/5-steps-for-spring-cleaning-your-professional-makeup-kit-in-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">makeup kit<\/a>, you need to have an assortment of products. Let&#8217;s take a look into mine to illustrate the types of things you&#8217;ll need.\n\nTo start, the usual essentials within my kit&#8217;s beauty bag include:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Skincare items<\/li>\n \t<li>Foundations<\/li>\n \t<li>Concealers<\/li>\n \t<li>Powders<\/li>\n \t<li>Eyeshadows<\/li>\n \t<li>And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nOn the other hand, my creative\/<a href=\"\/2015\/08\/master-makeup-artistry-course-sample-editorial-makeup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">editorial makeup<\/a> bag is reserved for pigments, glitters, and body paint.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41696&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beauty_Bag_Must-Haves_Tips\"><\/span><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Beauty Bag Must-Haves + Tips:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Foundations, Contour, and Concealers <\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]I would recommend having at least 6 liquid foundation shades in your professional makeup kit. They should range from light to dark. This will better help you adjust to different clients\u2019 <a href=\"\/2017\/03\/makeup-consultation-101-client-cool-warm-toned\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">skin tones<\/a>.\n\nIf the foundation comes in a glass bottle, I recommend buying an empty plastic bottle and switching the packaging. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.muji.us\/store\/bathroom\/pet-refill-bottles.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Muji<\/a> has some great ones that are pretty cheap!) Glass can be heavy to carry for a mobile makeup artist.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">My Personal Favorites <\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]My favourite foundations tend to come from the line, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yslbeauty.ca\/en\/best-foundation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">YSL Touche \u00c9clat<\/a>. I find they create a radiant glow and lightweight finish. Another staple foundation product is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maccosmetics.ca\/product\/13847\/32553\/products\/makeup\/face\/foundation\/mac-studio-face-and-body-foundation-50-ml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">M\u2022A\u2022C Studio Face and Body<\/a>. This line offers 13 different shades to choose from!\n\nFor the contour, concealers, and other foundations, I\u2019ve found an all-in-one solution: cream palettes! If there\u2019s one thing I can\u2019t live without, it\u2019s a primary cream colours palette! \u00a0My personal favorite brands for this are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcmamakeup.net\/products.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">RCMA<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.maqpro.com\/eng\/categories\/produits-beaute.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Maqpro<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41697&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]The awesome thing about cream palettes is that they give you one texture for everything! You can adjust the pigments, depending on how full the coverage needs to be. I frequently alter and\/or create shades of contour, foundation, and eyeshadows by mixing the primary colors with the white.\n\nSimilarly, you can also sheer it out, using a mixing medium. Here are the mixing mediums I use with wax-based cream pigments:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Maqpro<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Maqpro\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/camerareadycosmetics.com\/products\/maqpro-makeup-mixer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Makeup Mixer<\/a> will help produce a cream foundation that\u2019s ideal for medium coverage. To set it, I use translucent powder.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Kryolan<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]This is one of my latest finds, and I absolutely LOVE it! <a href=\"https:\/\/us.kryolan.com\/?ref=cookie_notice&amp;destination=\/product\/mixing-medium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kryolan\u2019s Mixing Medium<\/a> is silicone-based. It mixes very well with the cream pigments to obtain a fluid texture water that\u2019s also sweat-resistant. I\u2019ve found it perfect for both private clients and brides![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41685&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">RCMA<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]RCMA\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcmamakeup.net\/color-process-foundation-thinner.html#.XrrfEqhKhPY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Color Process Foundation Thinner<\/a> is oil-based. It\u2019s optimal for softening harder foundations, restoring dried palettes, and adjusting a foundation\u2019s consistency. I love the dewy finish it produces! I definitely consider this a must-have for my editorial looks![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Honorable Mention<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]For a great highlight, I always use YSL Touche \u00c9clat\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yslbeauty.ca\/en\/makeup\/face-makeup\/concealer\/touche-eclat\/141YSL.html#start=4&amp;cgid=makeup-contouring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">highlighter pen<\/a>! I love how effortlessly it brightens darker spots on the skin.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41688&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Eye Makeup<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]For eyeshadow, I have two large magnetic palettes, with a collection of my favorite shades. One is for neutral colors, while the other is more creative. I always keep the black shades separate, as it is a pure pigment (which typically makes it more fragile).\n\nI also carry my eyeliner pencils in a drawing pencils case. These cases have separated spaces for each pencil. This will help keep them organised and well protected![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Lips<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]A useful tip for your professional makeup kit is to decant your lipsticks into lighter-weight, portable plastic palettes. For me, I tend to go with the clear plastic palette from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gurumakeupemporium.com\/accessories-empty-containers-palettes-c8\/vueset-tahiti-24-section-p111\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vueset<\/a>. My professional makeup kit also contains <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maccosmetics.ca\/product\/13853\/255\/products\/makeup\/lips\/lip-gloss\/lipglass-clear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">clear gloss<\/a> from M\u2022A\u2022C Cosmetics. Whenever I want to create a lustrous effect on my client\u2019s lips, I simply mix the lipstick with this gloss![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Brows<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]For editorial eyebrows, I ALWAYS have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/pears-gentle-care-transparent-soap\/6000112370457\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pear soap<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maccosmetics.co.uk\/product\/13825\/32212\/products\/skincare\/primers\/fix\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">M\u2022A\u2022C Cosmetics Fix+<\/a> in my arsenal. For the eyebrow makeup itself, my favorite line is the <a href=\"https:\/\/inglotcosmetics.com\/eyes\/brow\/item\/357-freedom-system-brow-wax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Inglot eyebrow wax<\/a>. In case you\u2019re interested, I find that 16 is the best shade for medium-to-dark eyebrows![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Skin<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]I love skincare! As a makeup artist, you know how vital <a href=\"\/2020\/04\/why-your-skincare-routine-is-so-important-right-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">good skin<\/a> is the key for great makeup. Let\u2019s breakdown some of my most recommended skincare essentials![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Primers<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]A silicone, blurry primer is fantastic for for mature skin. It can also be used a base when working with silicone-based foundations. Always match the primer\u2019s texture with the foundation you are using!\n\nFor a radiant complexion, I swear by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.byterry.com\/makeup\/face\/primer\/cellularose-brightening-cc-serum\/#no-3-apricot-glow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brightening CC Serum<\/a> from BY Terry. If you\u2019re looking for an effective skin cream to add to your kit, <a href=\"https:\/\/egyptianmagic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Egyptian Magic<\/a> offers a wonderful, all-natural product that protects lips and repairs dehydrated skin.\n\nI also use it to add a little extra glow to my editorial looks![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41689&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Creams and Cleansers<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]You never know when you\u2019ll work with a client who has sensitive skin, so as a rule of thumb, try to use <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/5-of-the-best-organic-skincare-products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">organic skincare products<\/a> that are perfume-free. In my professional makeup kit, I always have soothing creams as well.\n\nCreams and serums are the very first products applied before makeup. This is why it\u2019s so important to use all-natural products whenever possible. You want to avoid allergies and adverse reactions with your clients![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CreativeEditorial_Bag_Must-Haves_Tips\"><\/span><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Creative\/Editorial Bag Must-Haves + Tips:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]As much as I love pigments and glitters, I have learned the hard way that it\u2019s best to keep them separated from other products. A lot of glitters are sold in hard plastic jars, which can easily break.\n\nFor this reason, I recommend purchasing some softer, plastic jars to hold your glittery products instead. For extra protection, place these products in a separate (plastic) pouch.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">My Personal Favorites <\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]For pigments, my go-to products are Maqpro\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunaura.ie\/makeup\/colour-makeup\/uv-shimmer-colours\/maqpro-paris-star-powder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Paris Star Powders<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downundercosmetix.com.au\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Down Under Cosmetix<\/a>. I also swear by Kryolan\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/us.kryolan.com\/product\/aquacolor-set-18-colors#Basic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aquacolor<\/a> line, because the colors are rich and super easy to apply. Plus, these glycerin-based eyeshadows also come in neon shades![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tools\"><\/span><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Tools<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]I must own around 700 makeup brushes! For every client, I always have a fresh and sanitized set, ready to use. Once any job is done, I then place my used brushes in a zipper bag. This way, I\u2019ll know to clean them later, while also ensuring I don\u2019t <a href=\"\/2020\/01\/are-your-makeup-products-bathing-in-bacteria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contaminate<\/a> any of the clean items.\n\nThe one type of brush that serves as the true MVP is the angled brush. I seriously cannot <em>live<\/em> without angled brushes! On top of using it for makeup, I also sometimes use it with micellar water to remove little mistakes on the client\u2019s lips or liner.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crownbrush.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Crown Brushes<\/a> is my go-to brand, as they are great quality brushes for affordable prices.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41690&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][vc_column_text]Other standard tools to have in your professional makeup kit include little fan brushes (for mascara) and palettes. Personally, I prefer acrylic palettes because they don\u2019t keep the product cold. Metal palettes can sometimes tend to do that.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remember\"><\/span><b><span lang=\"EN-GB\">Remember:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]The fabulous part about being a <a href=\"\/2015\/12\/7-signs-youre-destined-to-become-a-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">makeup artist<\/a> is that there will ALWAYS be something new to discover, whether it\u2019s a new product or trend! 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