A little while ago, I read Maskcara's post on her personal makeup capsule, and I was inspired to create my own. Instead of trying to narrow down my collection into just a few pieces, I imagined what I'd put in my bug out bag in case of the zombie apocalypse, so I picked my favorite item in each category of Skin, Eyes, Lips, Brushes, and Tools. This week I'll cover Skin and Eyes, so stay tuned for the rest of the list coming next week.
Skin
1. Primer
Embryolisse Hydra Mat: a moisturizer that's matte without oil-absorbing properties and perfect for dry skin
2. Foundation
Armani Luminous Silk: it's been my go-to for several years because it looks like skin and is lovely in photos
3. Tinted Moisturizer
Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint: sheer coverage that lasts all day and provides sunscreen
4. Powder
Creme de la Mer The Powder: weightless, sheer happiness that never cakes or looks heavy
5. Concealer
Under Eye - Amazing Cosmetics Amazing Concealer: covers dark circles with no creasing
Skin - MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Concealer: excellent coverage that looks like skin
6. Blush
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush: a gorgeous whisper of color that doesn't look like blush
7. Bronzer
MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Bronze Fusion: a brand-new formula that's practically imperceptible except for the warmth in your skin
8. Contour
Anastasia Beverly Hills Contour in Fawn: a grey-based contour that perfectly fakes a shadow
9. Highlight
MAKE UP FOR EVER Lift Concealer: with dry skin, I prefer a cream highlighter, and this one brightens and makes the skin look flawless
10. Setting Spray
Urban Decay All-Nighter: never fails to live up to its name
Eyes
1. Primer
NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base: although truly smudge-proof, allows shadow to effortlessly glide over it
2. Base Shade
Urban Decay Foxy: for my skin, this is a brightening option that can easily stand alone
3. Crease Shade
MAC Cork: a warm shade that blends seamlessly
4. Liner Shade
Urban Decay Blackout: a deep, dark matte that I can also blend into a smokey eye
5. Accent Shade
NARS New York: such a versatile shade that brings out the green in my eyes
6. Top Eye Liner
MAC Eye Kohl in Smolder: tried and true GOAT (Greatest Of All Time)
7. Bottom Eye Liner
MAC Eye Kohl in Powersurge: a new favorite that actually stays in place
8. Mascara
Maybelline Falsies in Blackest Black: I always, always come back to this
9. Brows
MAC Brun eye shadow + Benefit Speed Brow: my favorite combo for natural, long-lasting brows
10. Palette
LORAC Pro: an equal amount of shades in matte and satin/metallic gives you endless options for every occasion
