17 Foundational Truths That Every Makeup Addict Can Relate To
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17 Foundational Truths That Every Makeup Addict Can Relate To

There is no such thing as "too much highlight."

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17 Foundational Truths That Every Makeup Addict Can Relate To

Some guys may not like makeup, but ladies, that doesn't stop us from loving every part of it. If you're a makeup addict, you'll know many things to be true...

1. There is no such thing as "too much highlight"

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No, there is never enough and no, no two highlights are ever the same.

2. Your backpack contains more makeup than school supplies

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When someone asks for a highlighter, you'll offer them Urban Decay's Sin instead of a pink Bic.

3. You know that not all mascaras do the same thing

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There is a difference between lengthening, separating, volumizing, and defining mascaras - even if they all look the same on the outside.

4. Some things you can buy from a drugstore

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Let's be honest... Eyeliner and mascara can definitely be bought at CVS and they'll work just as good.

5. The debut of a long-awaited palette is more exciting than Christmas

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The countdown on your phone was set for Kylie's new line instead of Christmas morning.

6. You know about any celeb makeup collaborations before they even happen

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Rihanna's line was ICONIC and worth the wait.

7. You can easily tell the difference between two seemingly identical lip colors

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MAC's Lady Danger and Mangrove are NOT the same.

8. You can instantly recommend makeup for someone's skin type

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Tarte is little to medium weight that's good for a fair complexion compared to Urban Decay which is a little more heavy and is good for skin that's needs a little more coverage.

9. You probably know more than the Sephora and Ulta workers

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It takes everything you have not to tell them that they need a different shade of blush which they'll find in the back right of the store.

10. Your inbox is filled with discounts for your favorite brands

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VIB member at Sephora and platinum card member at Ulta, baby.

11. Your fav YouTubers are all MUAs

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MUA Manny, James Charles, Kat Von D, Jeffree Star... They're all in your recently watched.

12. Your Instagram feed is all MUAs and makeup brands

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Who wouldn't want to see a 25 second mini tutorial from @mannymua733 and Morphe's featured palettes?

13. You know that no boy is worth your favorite mascara running

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Even if it's only a $9 tube from L'oreal, he's not worth it.

14. Not wearing makeup will result in at least 5 people asking if you're sick

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Not sick, just bare-faced.

15. No one needs to ask you what you want for a gift

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People assume that the newest makeup product is at the top of your wish list - which it is.

16. Your free time is filled with practicing makeup looks

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You'll never master the sharp cut crease and perfectly-blended halo if you don't practice every chance you get.

17. Makeup is possibly your favorite part of life

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The endless looks, incredible deals, awesome YouTube tutorials, and finding new and amazing products will always be your favorite part of who you are.

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