Tools & Brushes
Do You Actually Need a Full Brush Set to Start
Every beauty aisle sells a twelve piece brush set like it is the price of admission. Here is what you really need to get started and what can wait.
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Author · Adriana Bellamy
Adriana Bellamy started wearing makeup properly in her thirties and writes the beginner guides she could not find at the time. She covers everyday technique, tools and building a first kit.
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Skip the Liner Pencil and Use Eyeshadow Instead
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