At the end of each year, we like to reflect upon the beauty trends and the highlights from the year. From your favorite products, new collections, and our own favorite moments, let's dive in to the best that 2020 had to offer.
Top 5 Beauty Products
This year, our top five beauty products are true professional staples. These products are the items that you, our beauty community, bought the most of this year. They are the workhorses, the items that can be used no matter the job (bridal, editorial, etc.), and if you've been in the industry for a while, odds are you have most of these items in your kit. If you're a makeup lover that wants to learn what the pros love and use, be sure to take notes on the products below!
5. INGLOT AMC Eyeliner Gel 77, $16
From perfected wings to graphic liner, INGLOT's AMC Eyeliner Gel in shade 77, a true matte black, is a kit staple and in the beauty wardrobe of makeup lovers alike. We predict this fan favorite will be a staple in 2021, as well, as many of the new year's makeup trends are focused on the eyes.
4. ALCONE One Block Makeup Sponges, $2.50
Look in any professional's kit and you're likely to find these! An artist-favorite, Alcone Non-Latex Sponges are the preferred disposable sponges made with the materials to deliver the best results for you and your client. The water-based material is what sets these award-winning sponges apart from the rest, as they won't dehydrate, crumble, fall apart, turn yellow or soak up all your product!
3. BEN NYE Final Seal, 2 oz, $16
This pro staple sealer has been around for decades, but it recently gained mainstream appeal thanks to Jackie Aina's Mask Proof Makeup tutorial on YouTube. Since then, this setting spray has enjoyed the spotlight on TikTok and other social media platforms. While the 2 oz spray bottle was our most popular size, it is also available in 1 oz and 4 oz spray bottles and 8 oz and 16 oz bottles with caps for those wanting to refill their smaller bottles. Want to learn more about sealers? We're exploring the world of setting sprays in our "All About Setting Spray" blog series, and will have a dedicated post about Final Seal.
2. BEN NYE Clown White, 0.65oz, $3.50
A staple for professional makeup and SFX artists, Ben Nye Clown White is available in a variety of sizes to suit your makeup needs. From creating a white base for eyeshadow to a full-blown body transformation requiring a blanked out base, Clown White has you covered.
1. RCMA No Color Powder, 3 oz, $14
A little goes a long way with this cult favorite setting powder. Recently repackaged to include a sifter top for convenience, this loose powder is a pro favorite and has earned its spot on Wayne Goss' 2020 Top 5 List for Powders. You can purchase this best selling powder as a single 3 oz travel-friendly jar, or stock up with a two-pack or three-pack. Prefer pressed powder? RCMA has you covered there, too. If you're not ready to commit to a full size bottle, click here to purchase a sample!