I don't know about you, but my obsession with makeup is almost unhealthy. I can go hours and hours talking about it. There are so many awesome makeup products that I feel like everybody should add to their collection.

Here are some of my favorite products!

1. Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge

I LOVE THIS SPONGE. It gives my makeup a flawless finish and it makes blending super easy. The key is to use it damp. If you try and put foundation on when it's dry, it will just make your makeup look streaky. The rounded part is for bigger areas, the pointed tip is for hard-to-reach areas, and the flat edge is good for under-eye concealer or concealing around the nose. I use this for applying foundation, concealer, cream contour, and for baking. I personally have never tried the Beauty Blender, but I feel that this gets the job done at a much cheaper price.

2. L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte 24 HR Foundation

This foundation literally covers everything. Pimples, red spots, and acne scars are unnoticeable when you put this on. I would describe this foundation as medium to full coverage. It is a matte finish, so if you prefer a dewy finish this might not be for you. I find it to be very long-lasting as well, and makes my face look flawless. If you have oily skin and are in need of something that won't make you shiny, check this out.

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3. RCMA No Color Powder

This powder is AMAZING to bake with. It is the only powder I have tried that does not cause flashback, something that I've noticed a lot of powders do. It's also great to set your face and keep the foundation lasting all day. If you take a dry beauty blender and bake under the eyes, you will not get any creasing. The only complaint I have is the bottle. It's incredibly awkward how it pops off at the top like a bottle of Parmesan cheese, and it's incredibly messy. I really wish the packaging was different.

4. Milani Eyeshadow Primer

I cannot stress how important it is to use an eyeshadow primer. It makes your shadows blend easier, prevents creasing, and makes it last longer. This one by Milani is amazing and very affordable. I was previously using Urban Decay's Primer Potion, and this does the same exact thing for a much cheaper price.

5. Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara

Is this mascara better than sex? ...I wouldn't know. *sighs* All I know is somebody literally thought I was wearing false eyelashes when I had this on. This makes your eyelashes voluminous and lengthened, and adds a bit of curl to them. You can easily wear multiple coats with this, and will make your lashes look fake if you can use two coats. It's not waterproof, so keep that in mind. I feel like this mascara is well-worth the price.

6. Kat Von D Metal Crush Eyeshadow

I own the Kat Von D Metal Matte palette that was, unfortunately, limited-edition. It contained mini-sizes of these metal crush shadows in it, and I am almost tempted to pick some of these in addition to the colors already in the palette. These are incredibly pigmented, and a little goes a long way. These are good with a brush, but even better with a finger. I feel that if you are into vibrant eye looks, you will thank me for buying these.

7. Real Techniques Sculpting Brush

This brush is EXCELLENT for contouring. The bristles are soft enough so that your contour doesn't look muddy, but dense so that enough product is going on your face. I use this with powder bronzer. I get a flawless contour every time I use this, and for the affordable price, I highly recommend adding this to your collection.

8. ColourPop Stole The Show Pearlized Highlighter

This highlighter is vibrant and your face will be GLOWING when you use this. The consistency is creamy, so it is best applied with your finger, a brush doesn't really work that well. I have tried Opal by Becca in Sephora and it's very beautiful, don't get me wrong, but this is only $8 and is so pigmented. If you want something more subtle, then I do not recommend this. Great option for the price, and you will get the same effect as a more expensive highlight.

9. Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick

These are incredibly long lasting and one of the best liquid lipsticks I have ever used. I have eaten with these on and it still looked impressive when I was done, although it does wear away toward the inside part of the mouth (that is the case with every lip product). I find these to be waterproof as well. These can be drying, so make sure you moisturize your lips and use a lip scrub to minimize dryness. The doe-foot applicator makes application very easy, and this dries completely within minutes of application. This also seems to be very little to no transfer with this product.

10. Urban Decay De-Slick Oil-Control Makeup Setting Spray

This is a must-have for oily skin. I can go all day wearing makeup and I will have no shine. I have tried the all-nighter setting spray, and I prefer this for oily skin like mine. It makes sure that our makeup doesn't budge. It makes the finished face look less powdery and cakey, and makes all of the makeup "come together" if that makes sense. Using a setting spray makes a BIG difference, and I feel like everyone who wears makeup will benefit from using one.