If there is one thing to learn when it comes to makeup, it's that a good brush will improve your look tenfold. The same product applied with a quality brush will melt into your skin instead of just sitting on top of it. And, here's some good news: you only have to buy makeup brushes once in a lifetime. Pick up high quality brushes from any department store. Or, because well-made makeup brushes can be an investment, buy a set of drugstore brushes and switch them one by one.

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Foundation

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Blush

Mascara and Eyeliner

A Face Palette

or check out Best Makeup Looks

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Work-the Balanced Face

Going Out-Red Lips

Going Out-Smoky Eyes

or Makeup Beauty Advice.