Eyes and Brows
1
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
$
$
24.00
$
This thin-tipped liner will have your wings looking snatched every time.
2
Morphe 35U Gilded Desert Artistry Palette
$
$
28.00
$
No one does eyeshadow better than Morphe. This palette offers 35 colors, all jam-packed with pigment.
3
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
$
$
16.00
$
A classic. An icon. This is one that’s truly stood the test of time.
4
NYX Tinted Eyebrow Mascara
$
$
7.99
$
Perfect on its own or paired with pencil, this tinted brow gel gives effortless thickness.
5
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze
$
$
23.00
$
Get that laminated look with this lifting, sculpting brow wax.
6
Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Pencil
$
$
26.00
$
Create natural strokes with this ultra-fine brow pencil. Oh, and it’ll actually last throughout the day.
Lips
1
Maybelline Lifter Gloss
$
$
8.98
$
Popularized by TikTok as a Fenty Beauty dupe, this Maybelline gloss is a shine and hydration powerhouse.
2
e.l.f. Hydrating Core Lip Shine
$
$
7.00
$
Are you seeing that heart-shaped core? It’s almost as cute as it is moisturizing (thank you, Vitamin E!).
3
Etude Dear Darling Water Tint
$
$
6.85
$
Give your lips the nourishment they deserve while also popping off in the color department.
4
Buxom Full-On Plumping Lip Polish
$
$
25.00
$
This one practically has a cult following for its magical plumping power. But be warned: The tingle isn’t for everyone.
Blush, Bronzer and Highlighter
1
Smashbox BECCA Highlighter
$
$
42.00
$
When it comes to powder highlighters, BECCA’s Champagne Pop has been the moment for a moment. Shimmer all day long with this brightening powder.
2
e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter
$
$
14.00
$
A gorgeous, dewy foundation-highlighter hybrid that’ll give you that beauty filter glow IRL.
3
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Sunshine Drops
$
$
$
Give your skin a kissed-by-the-sun glow with this nourishing serum from the It-brand of skincare.
4
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
$
$
18.47
$
With matte and dewy options, Selena did not miss on this long-lasting and lightweight blush.
Foundation and Concealer
1
tarte Shape Tape Concealers
$
$
15.00
Your new crease-proof BFF. Shape Tape has been a fan-favorite for years and continues to dominate when it comes to full-coverage concealers.
2
Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Liquid Foundation
$
$
7.58
A lightweight, hydrating foundation to effortlessly get that “I’m a grad!” glow in your pics.
3
Covergirl Clean Fresh Skin Milk Foundation
$
$
7.10
This is a cake-free zone—unless it’s for celebrating your graduation. But seriously: This gorgeous, budget-friendly foundation provides coverage without the cakeiness of heavier foundations.
Primers and Setting Sprays
1
NYX Plump Right Back Primer
$
$
14.50
A good primer makes all the difference and this one serves moisture and grip for all-day makeup slayage.
2
Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray
$
$
17.00
Photo shoots can go over, so a solid setting spray is a must. This mist is like magic in a bottle and will keep that makeup in place for up to 16 hours.
Tools
1
AOA Studio Paw Paw Wonder Blenders
$
$
9.95
Blend, baby, blend. A good makeup sponge is key to an effortlessly airbrushed finish and these super soft ones by AOA do not disappoint.
2
BAIMEI Ice Roller and Gua Sha
$
$
7.94
Reduce puffiness and soothe skin with a little cryotherapy moment. Try it the morning of your grad photos to set the tone for a happy skin day.
Cleansers, Moisturizers and Serums
1
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
$
$
15.48
Gentle and hydrating, this CeraVe cleanser truly is the go-to for a solid, fragrance-free cleanser.
2
TULA SKINCARE Keep It Clear Acne Foam Cleanser
$
$
36.00
Acne be gone! This daily cleanser helps keep breakouts at bay with acne-fighting salicylic acid and soothes marks with scar-fading azelaic acid.
3
cocokind Oil to Milk Cleanser
$
$
17.99
A gentle, plant-powered cleanser that’ll keep your skin barrier happy and healthy.
4
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Power Essence
$
$
16.00
Hydrating, plumping and redness-reducing, this lightweight essence is your skin’s new BFF.
5
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Pink Juice Moisturizer
$
$
21.00
Watermelon extract and hyaluronic acid work together in this gel moisturizer to deliver moisture without feeling too oily.
6
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
$
$
22.99
Hydration for days. Literally. This moisturizer will keep your skin quenched for up to 48 hours!
