The Non-Makeup Wearers Must-Have Products
Thinking About Makeup for the First Time? Let’s Start Here Together…
So many women I meet say the same thing: “I want to wear a little makeup, just to feel more put-together, but I have no idea where to start.” The endless choice of products and shades can feel confusing, and no one wants to waste money buying things that don’t work. The good news? You really don’t need much at all. With just 7 key products and 3 makeup brushes, you can pull together a simple, natural look in minutes — and that’s exactly what I help women create: a routine that’s easy, quick, and confidence-boosting.
Let me take you through my top most-recommended products that I carry in my professional makeup kit which I feel you will love!
To summarise these are the categories I would recommend to get a complete yet simple makeup routine;
Concealer - used under the eyes and other areas of the face for coverage (can be used instead of foundation)
Foundation (optional)
Blusher
Eyeshadow (optional)
Mascara
Brows
Lips (optional)
Concealer brush
Foundation brush
Blush brush
L'Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer - (Click to purchase)
Medium to full, buildable coverage
Radiant finish
Hyaluronic acid-infused
Resists settling into fine lines or creases
Revlon Colorstay 5-In-1 Concealer - (Click to purchase)
Medium coverage
Natural finish
Visibly covers up imperfections
Infused with Caffeine and Vitamin C
Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place 24-Hour Concealer - (Click to purchase)
Medium, buildable coverage
Matte, soft-focus finish
Up to 24 hours of wear
Moves with your facial expressions
Sweat, humidity and water-resistant
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Natural Dewy (Click to purchase)
Sheer to light coverage, dewy finish
Suitable for;
Combination skin
Dry skin
Normal skin
Benefits;
16-hour buildable coverage
Visibly enhances complexion
24+ hour hydration
Improves tone and texture
Humidity-proof
Clinique Even Better (Click to purchase)
Medium coverage, natural finish
Suitable for;
Combination skin
Dry skin
Normal skin
Benefits;
Buildable coverage
Visibly reduces dark spots in 12 weeks
Sweat, humidity and water-resistant
Up-to 24-hour wear
Dior Backstage Face & Body (Click to purchase)
Medium coverage, natural finish
Suitable for;
Oily skin
Combination skin
Normal skin
Benefits;
Buildable coverage
Resistant to water and heat
Long-wearing
Day-long hydration
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Blush - Liquid Blush
Light to Medium coverage, dewy finish
Suitable for;
Combination skin
Dry skin
Normal skin
Benefits;
Long-lasting cheek colour
12 hours of tinted hydration
Lavender water clarifies, French rose extract cools, and acacia blossom helps provide calming effect. Apricot and raspberry seed help to condition.
Light to Medium coverage, natural-looking glow
Suitable for;
Combination skin
Dry skin
Normal skin
Benefits;
Hydrating skincare benefits
Seamlessly silky formula that layers and blends without streaking
Transfer-resistant
Buildable pigment allows for customiSed application
Laura Mercier Blush Colour Infusion
Sheer to Medium coverage
Suitable for;
Combination skin
Oily skin
Dry skin
Normal skin
Benefits;
Providing a fresh, natural look and buildable colour
Up-to 10 hours wear time
Easily buildable
Pigmented to create a healthy pop of colour
NARS Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick
Matte and shimmer eyeshadow sticks
Benefits;
Ultra-creamy matte and shimmer eyeshadow sticks
Set in place all-day for up to 16 hours
Fade and smudge-proof
Blendable, buildable formula
Fenty Shadowstix Longwear Eyeshadow Stick
Matte and shimmer eyeshadow sticks
Benefits;
Extreme long-wear formula
Easy to blend and smudge with a brush or fingers
Resists creasing, fading, sweat + heat
Transfer-proof + water-proof
Bobbi Brown Dual-Ended Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick
Matte and shimmer dual ended eyeshadow sticks
Benefits;
24 hours crease-resistant
Ultra-creamy buildable formula
Complementary shade pairs
Benefit Roller Lash Curling & Lifting Mascara
Benefits;
Curls and lifts lashes
Water-resistant, easy-to-remove formula
Lash-conditioning ingredients
Charlotte Tilbury Legendary Mascara
Benefits;
Extra long wear
Volumnising
Formulated with nourishing and conditioning ingredients
Smudge-proof, humidity resistant and waterproof
Clinique High Impact Waterproof Mascara
Benefits;
Instant volume and length
Clump free and smudge free
Heat and humidity resistant
Safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers
Benefits;
Wax/powder formulation adheres easily to the skin
Glides on smoothly
Perfectly natural-looking eyebrows
Benefit Gimme Brow+ Volumizing Eyebrow Gel
Benefits;
Volumising tinted gel
Contains tiny microfibers that adhere to skin and brow hairs
Creates natural-looking brow volume
Water-resistant and long-wearing
Benefits;
Moisturising lip balm that delivers a sheer wash of high-shine colour
Long-lasting moisture and suppleness
Enriched with vitamins A, E and C
Provides antioxidant protection
MAC Macximal Sleek Satin Lipstick
Benefits;
Intense hydrating satin finish
Feels creamy and glides on
Full-coverage, pigment-rich payoff
Anastasia Beverly Hills Satin Lipstick
Benefits;
Highly-pigmented, long-lasting lipstick
Soft, creamy formula
Vegan and cruelty-free
When it comes to makeup brushes my best advice is to not overcomplicate it by buying a brush set which states it does it all - you will end up with brushes you do not use! I like to have brushes only for the task that I need it for. Concealer and foundation brushes are your absolute basics, I have not recommended an eye brush as with cream products you could easily use your fingers, or the concealer brush.
When it comes to blush I would only use the below Zoeva brush for powders, you may find liquid and cream clings to the bristles and stains them. Again you can use fingers for the blush or your foundation brush.
Want to know more about why you should you clean your brushes and how to do it? Bookmark this page here to come back to - https://www.nicolalouisemakeup.co.uk/blog/6-important-reasons-to-clean-your-brushes
Zoeva 142 Concealer Buffer Brush
Ideal for liquid and cream primer, foundation, and contouring products.
Zoeva 102 Foundation Blender Brush
Ideal for liquid and cream primer, foundation, and contouring products.
If you’ve been reading this and thinking, “I’d love to try makeup, but I don’t even know where to start,” that’s exactly what my “Back to Basics” Makeup Lesson is for. We’ll spend an hour together going over super simple techniques that are easy to repeat, talk through the products and colours that actually work for you, and find the quickest way to create a routine that feels natural — not overwhelming.
I’ll even send you a little guide and list of everything we used, so you can relax and enjoy learning without worrying about remembering it all.
It’s perfect if you’re brand new to makeup or just want to keep things really minimal — and I’d love to help you feel more confident and polished in the simplest way possible.
I’d love to help you feel at ease with makeup and to meet you —Book Your Lesson Here
“Back To Basics“ - 1 Hour - £120.00
During a shorter lesson, I will show you the best ways to apply makeup with easy techniques that can replicated.
Briefly discuss your current skincare routine - advice will be provided with where adjustments can be made.
Learn how to streamline your daytime routine using the most minimal amount of products.
You will be advised on the most suitable colours and products.
Details of the best makeup brushes to use.
Email of products used and recommendations sent over after the lesson.
A Makeup Lesson Guide will be emailed across to refer back to.
Perfect for absolute beginners or if you want to drastically reduce your routine to the simplest possible.
INCLUDES travel up to 20 Miles from Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2AG
Let me introduce myself!
I am Nicola! I started my business with one goal: to help other women feel good about themselves and confident in their skin.
I have always believed that you should not hide your natural beauty. Makeup should be used to enhance what you have and the features you love. You will find me creating beautiful looks for brides-to-be and providing one-on-one makeup lessons.
My signature style is naturally healthy-looking skin.
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