Basic beauty tools to know
Basic beauty tools to know

We all try to recreate beauty videos that we seen on Instagram, YouTube and so on. And ever so often we find ourselves stuck in a rut, either due to the fact that we don’t have the right eyeshadow palette or product, or because we aren’t great with the technique. But forget about the palettes and products for a second, they can get a little overwhelming… Instead focus your attention to the certain tools you need by your side that can quicken and make your life easier! Scroll below to check them out.

1. Eyelash Curler

Before you jump on the lash-extension bandwagon, give your natural lashes another try. Use a lash curler before your mascara application and you’ll find a world of a difference to the length of your eyelash.

Sephora Collection Show Curl XL Lash Curler (Image source: Sephora.com)
Sephora Collection Show Curl XL Lash Curler (Image source: Sephora.com)

2. Spoolie

This tool may not look like much but this brush is in fact one of the most underrated beauty tools. Not only can it be used to comb out your brows. But it can even tame baby hair with some hairspray.

TWEEZERMAN Polished Brow Set (Image source: Tweezerman.com)
TWEEZERMAN Polished Brow Set (Image source: Tweezerman.com)

3. Beauty Blender

For a seamless look after you apply your foundation, a beauty blender is a necessary tool to have. You can contour with it, apply loose powder with it and even get the mini version for the eye product application. It also makes for a killer DIY tool for your nails.

Beauty Blender, the original (Image source: Beautyblender.com)
Beauty Blender, the original (Image source: Beautyblender.com)

4. Double-Ended Brush

Having tools that serve more than one purpose are just the best. Double ended brushes come in different genres—For the eyes,  for the face and so on. Keeping one in your vanity can come in handy.

Tarte Double-Ended Foundation Brush, Rainforest of the Sea (Image source: @tartecosmetics.com)
Tarte Double-Ended Foundation Brush, Rainforest of the Sea (Image source: @tartecosmetics.com)

5. Hair Detangler

With a handbag-appropriate hair detangler, your life not only becomes a lot easier, but your hairstyles can get a whole lot prettier!

Tangle Teezer Thick & Curly Detangling Hairbrush (Image source: Sephora.com)
Tangle Teezer Thick & Curly Detangling Hairbrush (Image source: Sephora.com)

6. Cleaning Mat

The number one way to stay away from pimples and acne is to clean your brushes. Using a cleaning mat is the ideal way you can get get rid of product build up and germs.

Sigma Spa Brush Cleansing Mat (Image source: sigmabeauty.com)
Sigma Spa Brush Cleansing Mat (Image source: sigmabeauty.com)

7. Blotting Paper

Another two-in-one tool that’s great to keep at hand. Blotting paper does the job of keeping oily skin at bay, and can even tame frizzy hair by running the sheet over it.

Fenty Invisimatte Blotting Paper (Image source: Fentybeauty.com)
Fenty Invisimatte Blotting Paper (Image source: Fentybeauty.com)

What  beauty tool can’t you live without? Let us know in the comments below!

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