As we mentioned briefly earlier, hygiene plays a huge role in your kit and shouldn’t be overlooked. We don’t want to see unwashed brushes and products thrown haphazardly into a bronzer-stained makeup bag! Firstly, it reduces the risk of any cross-contamination and bacteria spreading, which you never want to happen between clients. Aside from that, it also just makes you much more professional. But being clean doesn’t have to be really complicated, you just need the right products.
Rose recognises that it’s tricky to be both hygienic and eco-conscious but when it comes to a professional service, safety and hygiene has to come first. She explains that while you can be mindful of what you’re using, you need to be as sterile as possible and the reality of that is single-use.
These are the basics you’ll need:
– Hand sanitiser
– Anti-bacterial wipes
– Single-use mascara wands
– Kit and makeup disinfectant spray
– Brush cleaner spray
– Single-use lip applicators
As for brush cleansers, Rose says she’s asked a lot of makeup artists over the years what they use and she’s settled on blue fairy washing up liquid. While it’s a somewhat controversial choice (with some MUAs suggesting it can ruin the brushes) she said that some of her brushes from 10+ years ago are still going strong. We love this suggestion because it’s anti-bacterial, easy to get hold of and saves those pennies. If you’re struggling with stubborn foundation, Rose says to use a little cleansing oil once in a while to break down that grease and follow this with some washing up liquid.
The key takeaway? “You never forget if someone has a dirty kit. Make sure everything is immaculate, and that way the client also knows they’re about to have an immaculate service,” Rose advises.
Posted on January 21 2020
Looking to make the switch to green beauty or simply need to KonMari your life and take it back to the basics? We’ve put together a list of staple items that everyone—from beginner to expert—should have on hand in their makeup kit.
Check out our list of everything you need in your beauty arsenal below.
Primer
Prep your skin with a face primer—like our Universal Color Correcting Primer—to ensure a flawless and smooth base that will keep your makeup in place all day.
Concealer & Foundation
Whether you wear it everyday or every once in awhile, it’s important to have a liquid or powder foundation on hand to even out your skin tone. Pair it with our Cream Concealer to camouflage imperfections and under eye circles.
Mascara & Eyeliner
Make your eyes pop with a tube of your favorite mascara to curl, lengthen, and add volume to your lashes. Use a matching or contrasting eyeliner shade to further define and softly accent your eyes.
Eyebrow Pencil
Your eyebrows are one of the most important features on your face—shape, fill in, and define them with our Cream Brow Pencil or simply groom and tame them with our Clear Mascara, which doubles as a brow gel.
Red & Nude Lipstick
No kit is complete without a pair of versatile lip colors—a red or similar bold shade along with a neutral shade—that can take you from day to night or work for any occasion. Try Pomegranate, Starlet, or Beso Beso along with Sandstorm, Taupe, or Nude.
Brushes & Sponge
The right tools are essential, and a few brushes along with a blender sponge are all you need. A large rounded brush like our Blush Brush, a small flat brush like our Super Fluff Brush, and a precision brush like our Angle Brush.
Blush & Highlighter
Give your complexion a warm dose of color with a powder or cream blush and add a natural glow with a highlighter or bronzer (or both) depending on the look you prefer—if you lean towards minimal makeup, choose an illuminating powder instead.
Eyeshadow Palette
A neutral eyeshadow palette will allow you to create a multitude of looks with ease—try our Classic Palette II or our Beach Beauty Palette.
Makeup Wipes
For on-the-go and travel-friendly application—or the rare occasion when you can’t wash your face—have a package of biodegradable Cosmetic Wipes handy to effectively remove and cleanup makeup.