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Take the first steps to creating your perfect everyday makeup look with this tutorial by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson. You'll learn everything from choosing the right skincare that enhances your makeup to finding your go-to application technique; Do you prefer using brushes or is a Beauty Blender the only way forward? To get started, check out the list of products Erica uses to create this beginner look. For more tips and tricks, follow along with Erica's how-tos for this class.

Take the first steps to creating your perfect everyday makeup look with this tutorial by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson. 

Easy Beginner Everyday Makeup Look

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How-To Use a Beauty Blender to Apply Foundation Flawlessly

Hot Tools ½" – 1" Nano Ceramic® Tapered Curling Iron – Medium emits gentle, far-infrared heat which goes&nbsp;through the cuticle directly to the cortex. The cuticle is not over-heated which helps protect hair integrity and minimize hair damage. Nano size particles of ceramic create an ultra-smooth Micro-Shine® snag-free surface allowing hair to effortlessly glide across the styling surface.

Hot Tools 1/2" - 1" Nano Ceramic Tapered Curling Iron 

The Hot Tools 1" Nano Ceramic Curling Iron emits gentle, far-infrared heat which goes through the cuticle directly to the cortex. The cuticle is not over-heated which helps protect hair integrity and minimize hair damage. The Snag-free surfaces stop hair from getting caught so your hair glides through the iron. 

The Hot Tools 1" Nano Ceramic Curling Iron is recommended to anyone looking to curl their hair, without the extreme damage other curling irons can cause. 

Danielle has been using Hot Tools Curling Irons for 15 years, so you know you can rely on this Hot Tools 1" Nano Ceramic Curling iron. This iron goes up to 450 degrees and uses pulse technology, so when it gets hot, it stays hot. This product also comes with a heat resistance glove, and a 7 year warranty. 

Avoid getting tight curls with these tips from Hair Stylist Danielle Keller. While it might have worked for Shirley Temple, the tight curl look isn't for everyone. Danielle recommends switching the direction you curl with every section of hair. This helps create more natural, carefree waves. Learn more by watching Danielle's How-To.

Avoid getting tight curls with these tips from Hair Stylist Danielle Keller. 

How-To Avoid Tight Curls

How-To Use Primers to Prep Your Skin

How-To Apply Highlight Properly

The Original beautyblender is an edgeless, high-definition skin-perfecting cosmetic sponge applicator, in the signature iconic pink.

beautyblender Original 

Learn how to get the most out of your Beauty Blender with these tips from Makeup Artist Erica Bogart. Beauty Blenders have a spot in every cult favorite list and for good reason. With just a little water to dampen it, this sponge helps apply makeup naturally and gently. Watch Erica's video to learn more.

Learn how to get the most out of your Beauty Blender with these tips from Makeup Artist Erica Bogart.

How-To Use a Beauty Blender to Apply Makeup

Learn how-to tie the perfect bow with Designer Abbey Glass. For this bow, Abbey is using satin ribbon but you can use any ribbon of choice. You'll begin by cutting the ribbon at 18 inches each side making sure to cut diagonal to the way the ribbon was woven. This helps prevent any fraying on the ends. Watch the full process in Abbey's How-To.

Learn how-to tie the perfect bow with Designer Abbey Glass.

How-To Tie a Perfect Bow 

In this How-to, Hair Stylist Danielle Keller teaches you how to never miss a strand of hair again when curling your hair. Say goodbye to that annoying feeling when you have to reach for the back of your head with wobbly hands and a hot curler. In under two minutes, you'll learn everything you need to do to get effortless waves all around.

In this How-to, Hair Stylist Danielle Keller teaches you how to never miss a strand of hair again when curling your hair.

How-To Easily Curl the Back of Your Hair

How-To Remove Makeup Properly

Create the perfect illumination for your face with Hourglass Ambient® Lighting Powder. Infused with the innovative Photoluminescent Technology, each finishing powder captures, diffuses, and softens the look of the skin. The micron-size, color-correcting particles refract light and create transparent coverage, filtering out harsh light and refining the appearance of the skin.

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder 

Learn how to properly blend highlighter using only your finger with these tips from Makeup Artist Suzie Moldavon. Using highlighter under your brows is a great way to tie your whole look together. To apply with your fingers, use a light touch and avoid going over your brows.

Learn how to properly blend highlighter using only your finger with these tips from Makeup Artist Suzie Moldavon. 

How-To Blend Highlighter with Your Finger

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Morphe Setting Finishing Spray Review by Erica Johnson

Defend your artistry, Morphe Babe. Say hello to your new favorite makeup setting spray and goodbye to melting, caking or fading. A continuous, air-powered spray delivers even and controlled application. The micro-fine mist sets liquid or powder makeup with a radiant finish. You’ll be obsessed.&nbsp;<ul><li>Original, cult-favorite formula</li><li>Delivers a radiant finish</li><li>Infused with Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, and fruit extracts</li><li>Continuous-powered spray results in an even &amp; controlled application</li></ul>

Morphe Continuous Setting Mist 

Bdellium 944 Brush Review by Erica Johnson

Apply powder, blush, or highlighter onto the upper contours of the face for a glowing complexion. Simply roll the brush into color and tap away excess. Sweep in a circular motion onto desired area and blend for a flawless look. This brush is made of a soft, optimized mix of natural and synthetic fibers. <ul><li>Perfect for flawless application</li><li>Luxuriously lacquered long wooden handle</li><li>Optimized soft natural and synthetic mixed fibers</li><li>Length: 7.5 inches (19.0 cm)&nbsp;</li></ul>

Bdellium Tools Studio 944 Tapered Contour

MAC Brush 168 Review by Erica Johnson 

The best-selling M·A·C 168S Large Angled Contour Brush is a large, angle-shaped brush that is specially designed to expertly apply any form of blush, highlighter, bronzer or contour product to the desired area of the face. Its rounded and sloped edge with soft and firmly bundled fibres are perfect for hugging the shapely contours of the face, resulting in a smooth and polished finish with medium colour coverage. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. Our 100% vegan synthetic brushes incorporate the latest innovations in fibre technology for superior performance and improved longevity.

MAC Cosmetics 168 Synthetic Large Angled Contour Brush

MAC Fan Brush Review by Erica Johnson

A flat, fan-shaped brush made from a blend of soft synthetic fibres that work especially well with Mineralize products. Can be used for featherweight application and blending of pigments and powders or as a tool to gently clear the skin of any excess product. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. Our 100% synthetic brushes incorporate the latest innovations in fibre technology for superior performance and improved longevity.

MAC Cosmetics 184 Synthetic Duo Fibre Fan Brush 

Morphe M451 Brush Review by Erica Johnson

Hit the all the highlights with this brush for diffusing and seamless blending.<ul><li>Bristles: 1 1/8"</li><li>Full Length: 6 1/4"</li><li>Bristle Type: Synthetic</li></ul>

Morphe M451 Detailed Highlighter Brush 

BeautyBlender Review by Erica Johnson

What it is:A top-selling makeup sponge, the super-soft, exclusive, latex-free foam quickly blends makeup for an easy application and flawless, skin-like finish. What it does:The unique shape and exclusive material available only with beautyblender® ensures impeccable, streak-free application with minimum product waste. Use it with foundations, powders, and any other complexion product. Now, the award-winning makeup sponge is available in a fun, limited-edition canister—fit for any beauty queen.

Original BeautyBlender Makeup Sponge 

Cocoa Butter Lip Balm Review by Erica Johnson

<ul><li>Conditions and protects your lips</li><li>Non greasy</li><li>Protect your lips against the cold</li></ul>

Cococare Cocoa Butter Lip Balm

Perfect for festival season and mandatory for radiant skin, NYX Professional Makeup Radiant Finish Setting Spray is a must-have for the spring season and beyond. Infused with a blend of ultra-fine micropearls in shades of gold and warm champagne, this shimmer setting spray leaves you looking like a glimmering goddess with every little spritz. Add this finish to your collection to round out your makeup setting spray options (matte, dewy, and now radiant)!

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