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The Top 10 Makeup Brushes and Brush Sets to Get Camera Ready
Whether you’re a makeup artist or just the casual makeup wearer, it’s a well known fact that the makeup brushes and tools you use can make a big difference when you’re applying your favorite foundations, cream products, and eye shadows! That’s why we’ve created our top 10 list of the best makeup brushes and brush sets.
With these top professional-grade makeup tools, you can blend foundation or craft a detailed smokey eye like a pro, no matter your skill level. Experience flawless makeup application using the highest quality makeup brushes and brush sets, carefully curated to help you and your clients get camera ready.
Our top 10 makeup brushes and brush set best sellers are:
Sigma Brushes for FaceSigma Chrome Brushes for EyesMYKITCO My Essential Brush SetMYKITCO PRO My Tiny Angle Brush 1.17Smith Cosmetics 115 Foundation BrushCozzette Brushes for EyesBdellium Golden Triangle Phase III 15 pc Brush SetBdellium Studio Line Brushes for Eyes SetBdellium Studio Line Brushes for FaceSUVA Neon Brush Set
Best selling brushes for complexion perfection: Sigma Brushes for Face
For all of your complexion needs, Sigma Face Brushes deliver an exceptional finish every time. Sigma’s exclusive Sigmax synthetic filament allows each brush to apply cream, powder, and liquid products onto the face for a smooth finish without absorbing product into the bristles. With 20 options ranging from kabuki brushes to strobing fan brushes, Sigma’s brushes for face have everything you need to perfect your base.
The best brushes for blending eyeshadow: Sigma Chrome Brushes for Eyes
Whether you want a soft smokey eye or a sharp cut crease, Sigma Chrome Eye Brushes offer the precision and power you need to create a flawless eye look. These 21 brushes give high-definition results for blending, shading, contouring, and defining all features of the eyes. No matter your eye shape or blending style, there’s a Sigma Chrome eye brush for you.
Best selling brush set for those that want a variety of tools: MYKITCO My Essential Brush Set
MYKITCO My Essential Brush Set has everything you need to start your makeup journey on the right foot. This set is made from a selection of premium MYKITCO brushes that cover all your makeup essentials. The foundation, powder, and eyeshadow brushes — all made of soft, synthetic fibers — have been carefully selected to help you create flawless skin and perfect eyes.
Best makeup brush for precise eyeliner and details: MYKITCO Pro My Tiny Angle Brush 1.17
It’s all about the details, and nothing gives you more precision for detail work than MYKITCO Pro My Tiny Angle Brush 1.17. The ultra-fine angle brush head is made from synthetic fiber, and the shape of the brush allows for micro-fine HD detailing work when lining the eyes or adding definition. Use with a liquid or cream liner to finish your feline flicks to perfection!
Best makeup brush flawless foundation: Smith Cosmetics 115 Foundation Brush
If you want to achieve a gorgeous airbrushed finish, then you want the Smith Cosmetics 115 Foundation Brush. The short, densely packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of foundation, from runny liquids to thick creams and even powders. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibers, this foundation brush is the ultimate in versatility and performance.
Best vegans brushes for blending perfection: Cozzette Brushes for Eyes
Cozzette Eye Brushes are 100% vegan makeup brushes of the highest quality. Made of the finest synthetic fibers, the silky bristles provide you with peace of mind and blending perfection. Choose from 16 distinct shapes and styles including the magic blender brush, extreme eyeliner brush, depositor brush, bullet brush, and more.
Best makeup brush set: Bdellium Golden Triangle Phase III 15 pc Brush Set
If you’ve ever experienced the frustration of makeup brushes rolling off your counter, Bdellium Tools Golden Triangle Phase III 15pc Brush Set offers a superior solution. The all-vegan brush set includes 15 distinct brush shapes with soft, synthetic bristles and an ergonomically designed triangular handle shape. The triangular base is designed to provide better control and will not roll off from the surface you’re working on when laid down.
Best budget friendly brushes: Bdellium Studio Line Brushes for Eyes Set
The Bdellium Tools Studio Line Brushes for Eyes 12pc Set contains 12 hand-crafted, eco-friendly tools tailored to your eyes. In addition to 12 distinct eye brushes, the set includes a studio roll-up pouch with 20 pockets of varying widths, so you can accommodate a wide range of contents. Perfect for a makeup artist or makeup lover on the go, the Bdellium Studio Line eye brush set is a travel-friendly favorite.
Best brushes for face makeup: Bdellium Studio Line Brushes for Face
Guarantee a perfect application time and time again with Bdellium Tools Studio Line Face Brushes. Designed with top-quality materials and assembled for flawless application, each individual brush features precisely shaped brush heads made of natural and/or synthetic hair bristles with classic, seven-layered lacquered yellow handles. With 38 brushes in the line, Bdellium has a high-quality face brush for every step of the makeup process, from foundation and powder to a bold lip.
Best budget friendly makeup brush set for everyday: SUVA Beauty Neon Brush Set
Inject some fun into your kit with the bright and bold SUVA Beauty Neon Brush Set. This 10-piece eye brush set is designed for effortless application, so you can blend eyeshadow with ease and conquer every eyeliner with a sharp wing. Cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, SUVA’s brush set will bring your colorful makeup to life!
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With this list of the best makeup brushes and brush sets, you can easily craft a perfected makeup look like a professional. If you’re interested in exploring all of our Top 10 Brushes and Brush Sets in one place, click here. Want to see more Top 10 lists? Visit our blog!
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
The Top 10 Best Products For Brides
If you’re looking for the best makeup for brides or the bridal party, we’ve got the top products for you for long-lasting makeup that you can count on to look Camera Ready all day! Your big day deserves budge-proof makeup that will get you through everything from the weather to those happy tears. With our top 10 best bridal makeup items, you can depend on a highly pigmented color that is formulated to stay all day when you need it most.
Our top 10 best selling products for brides and bridal party makeup include:
CAT Magic LashSkindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing SprayFace Atelier Danessa Myricks Nudist Luxe Creme PaletteArdell Multipack Demi WispiesJouer Essential Lip OilSkyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye PatchesViseart Grande PRO 1XRCMA 5 Part Series Cream BlushRCMA No Color Powder
CAT MAGIC LASH
The CAT Complexion Atelier's Magic Eyelash Adhesive is a favorite in makeup artist kits worldwide! This fast-drying, waterproof formulation is designed to lock lashes in place for up to 4 days and is the go-to lash adhesive needed for your makeup look during life’s biggest moments.
SKINDINAVIA BRIDAL MAKEUP FINISHING SPRAY
Keep your makeup camera-ready with a quick mist of the satin-finish Skindinavia Bridal Makeup Finish Spray that makeup artists everywhere trust for their clients' biggest moments! This budge-proof, moisture-controlling formula sets makeup for 16 hours so that you continue to look flawless even through the tears, kissing, and sweating on your wedding day. It is ideal for all skin types, breathable, lightweight, and hydrating.
FACE ATELIER
What more could you ask for of your makeup look on your wedding day than a beautiful complexion? This is easily achievable for all skin types with the stand-out Face Atelier Ultra Foundation Pro foundation that is highly pigmented, long-lasting, and feels as flexible as a second skin. The lightweight feel and buildable coverage that this foundation provides are budge-proof and perfect for the wedding day from start to finish. It provides sheer to full coverage with a natural satin finish and works very nicely on mature, troubled, or sensitive skin.
DANESSA MYRICKS NUDIST LUXE CREME PALETTE:
The Danessa Myricks Nudist Luxe Creme Palette offers a lineup of nude shades that give you the power to create sensual and timeless looks. This highly pigmented liquid color palette is ideal for multipurpose use and offers 12 long-wearing satin/semi-matte finishes for cheeks, eyes, and lips. This is truly a favorite among us all!
ARDELL MULTIPACK DEMI WISPIES
These beauties are a bride-favorite for a reason: they take your look to the next level every time and provide a gorgeous lash look for both natural and glam brides! Get instant intensity with a pretty, natural-looking wispy effect with the Iconic style, Demi Wispies! Whisper-soft and so gorgeous, these lashes provide the perfect amount of flutter, feathering, and curl and come in a convenient multi-pack to keep you batting your eyelashes from “I do” all the way to your honeymoon!
JOUER ESSENTIAL HYDRATING LIP OIL
Yet another favorite, the Jouer Essential Hydrating Lip Oil provides a sheer, glass-like natural glow, essential for creating the perfect lip for those life-long bridal photos. With 99% natural ingredients, just one stroke leaves lips smooth, hydrated, and glowing. Trust us when we say that you will reach for this lip oil as a quick touch-up product all throughout your wedding day!
SKYN ICELAND HYDRO COOL FIRMING EYE PATCHES
Erase the stress of wedding planning just in time to walk down the aisle with these cooling and calming eye patches that brighten, firm, and reduce puffiness in under 10 minutes! Perfect to use just before makeup application, the Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Patches will reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, ensuring that you look like your best and most well-rested self.
VISEART GRANDE PRO 1X
With 35 universally flattering, rich, matte shadows to mix, shade, define, fill, and line – you can create your own once-in-a-lifetime wedding story look with this Viseart Grande PRO 1X must-have palette. These cool-toned neutral and warm-toned matte shadows are wonderful for defining and sculpting: eyes, brows, and cheekbones. The shade range supports global skin tones and with names like “cotton candy” and “bougainvillea”, you’re sure to remember which shades you used to create your unique bridal day look.
RCMA 5 PART SERIES CREAM BLUSH
A quintessential collection of illuminating cheek tones for any occasion, RCMA's 5 Part Series Cream Blush Palette includes highly pigmented colors that are designed to flawlessly blend - creating a beautiful, dewy, natural-toned cheek for brides of all complexions. This portable 5-compartment palette is the size of a candy bar and will quickly become your go-to cheek palette for both your wedding day and everyday makeup. We just love this one.
RCMA NO COLOR POWDER
The secret weapon of the day will undoubtedly be this completely translucent setting powder that acts as a veil for your makeup without looking dry or cakey. With the RCMA No Color Powder, you can set foundation without changing its color and be amazed as fine lines and wrinkles blur with radiance. No bridal day look is complete without this close-up ready setting powder!
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That's it! That's our List of Best Bridal Products for styling your hair like a pro. If you're interested in more of our top 10 products options, read The Top 10 Setting Sprays & Sealers to get Camera Ready or The Top 10 Foundations.
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
The Top 10 Setting Sprays & Sealers to Get Camera Ready
There’s a reason professional grade setting sprays like Ben Nye Final Seal, Kryolan Fixing Spray, and Melanie Mills Hollywood Super Lite Long Lasting Spray have gone viral on TikTok and Instagram! When you perfect your makeup look, you want it to last all day, and our best selling setting sprays perform better than others you’ll find at most retailers! Nothing’s more annoying than running mascara after getting caught in the rain or cakey foundation under the sweaty heat of stage lights. Whether you’re a makeup lover or a pro makeup artist, you can seal and set your makeup masterpiece with our carefully curated, professional-grade makeup setting sprays or sealers.
Our top 10 setting spray best sellers to keep your makeup, lipstick, and eyeshadow on all day are:
Ben Nye Final SealKryolan Fixing SprayKryolan Ultra Setting SpraySkindinavia Makeup Finishing SpraySkindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing SprayPPI Green MarblePPI Blue MarbleMelanie Mills Hollywood Super Lite Long Lasting Setting SprayMake Up For Ever Aqua SealFace Atelier Lip Lock
The best setting spray for waterproof and matte sealing: Ben Nye Final Seal
If you need flawless, all-day makeup, Ben Nye Final Seal Matte Sealer is the perfect solution. It locks makeup in place for 24 hours, even through performing, entertaining, wet weather, or heavy perspiration. The smudge-proof, water-resistant sealer leaves a matte finish that’s suitable for oily, combo, and sensitive skin types.
The best setting spray forr flexible, all-day setting: Kryolan Fixing Spray
Set your makeup for all-day wear with Kryolan Professional Make-Up Fixing Spray. The set-it-and-forget-it spray creates a lightweight, protective film that keeps your look locked in and always camera ready. Whether you have face makeup, body paint, or even an SFX project, Kryolan Fixing Spray helps your makeup withstand the harshest elements and exposure for sealed-in color and prolonged life.
The best setting spray for a natural, flexible finish: Kryolan Ultra Setting Spray
If you want something that sets all day without feeling stiff or drying, Kryolan Professional Make-Up Ultra Setting Spray is the setting spray for you. With less alcohol than traditional fixing sprays, this fine mist spray is a light setting preparation, with exceptional matt and light effect after application. Most suitable for camera work, Ultra Setting Spray dependably sets any kind of makeup.
The best setting spray for all skin types including sensitive and oily: Skindinavia Makeup Finishing Spray
The original makeup setting spray, Skindinavia Original Makeup Finishing Spray has been a best-selling industry staple for more than 15 years. Using patented technology, this water-resistant setting spray cools the skin, reducing sweat and oil production to extend makeup’s longevity. Best of all, the slow-release, oil-free, hypoallergenic formula is clinically proven to provide a lightweight, breathable mist that sets both liquid and powder makeup for up to 16 hours.
The best setting spray for the bride-to-be: Skindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing Spray
If your big day is just around the corner, make sure your makeup stands up to tears, sweat, and hugs all night long with Skindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing Spray. This budge-proof, moisture-controlling formula won’t allow color to transfer for up to 16 hours, so no need to stress about foundation on your dress! The award-winning formula perfectly balances any skin type, controlling excess moisture while leveling temperatures, so you can enjoy your wedding day worry-free and glowing.
The best setting spray for SFX sealing: Premiere Products Inc Green Marble SeLr Spray
Created by award-winning makeup artists Richard Snell and Kenny Myers, PPI Green Marble SeLr Spray is one of the most durable makeup sealers on the market. Resistant to both water and alcohol once dried, this sealer allows you to create layer after layer of makeup for truly unique designs. You can also mix Green Marble SeLr with powders and pigments to create tanning effects and other incredible results.
The best setting spray for sensitive skin: Premiere Products Inc Blue Marble SeLr Spray or Zero Marble SeLr Spray
If you have sensitive skin or negative reactions to alcohol-based products, PPI Blue Marble SeLr Spray and PPI Zero Marble SeLr Spray offer a gentler alternative to PPI Green Marble SeLr Spray. The water-based formula is durable enough for street makeup and heavy, theatrical looks, yet safe for sensitive skin. Whether you want it for everyday use or special effects, PPI Blue Marble SeLr is up for the job! Zero Marble is an even gentler formula that still provides the professional level setting. It has a lightly mattified finish.
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The best setting spray for light-as-air setting: Melanie Mills Hollywood Super Lite Long Lasting Setting Spray
Odds are you may have seen Roseandben show off this amazing setting spray on Instagram! If you’re seeking a setting mist that’s ultra-fine and completely weightless, look no further than Melanie Mills Hollywood Super Lite Long Lasting Sealing Spray. The aerosol spray provides an even application, lightweight feel, and instantly dry setting. Infused with botanicals and lavender essence, this sealing spray sets face and body makeup to last all day or all night.
The best sealer to waterproof your makeup: Make Up For Ever Aqua Seal
Whether you’re prone to sweat or caught in the rain, you can keep your makeup locked in place all day with Make Up For Ever Aqua Seal. The lightweight liquid formula transforms all of your favorite makeup products into set-it-and-forget-it waterproof formulas. Intensify pigments, dramatize shimmers, and lock in bold color. With MUFE Aqua Seal, your makeup holds up to the demands of shooting in the heat or performing under stage lights.
The best sealer for your lips and transfer-proof kisses: Face Atelier Lip Lock
With Face Atelier Lip Lock, you can lock in your lip color like never before. Whether eating, drinking, kissing, or talking, your lip color can stand up to it all with minimal transfer or wear. For best results, prep your lips with a hydrating balm before applying a generous amount of lipstick over a penciled lip. Gently blot the lip before applying a thin layer of Lip Lock. You can then reapply lipstick or lip gloss for an extra layer of moisture or shine.
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With this list of the best setting spray products, your makeup can be set and sealed all day and night, no matter what you have planned. If you’re interested in more options like these, you can explore the entire selection of our makeup sealer and setting spray favorites.
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
The Top 10 Best Foundations
Create the ultimate makeup looks with our top 10 flawless finish foundations formulated to keep you looking camera ready all day and night. From the brands you know and love come the best selling foundations created to exceed the demands of the industry. From the heat of harsh theater stage lights to battling humidity on an outdoor shoot, these sought-after formulas have been tried and tested by the best. At Camera Ready Cosmetics, we provide makeup enthusiasts of all skill levels with access to the professional-grade foundation formulas you desire. Our incredible selection of top 10 high-performing foundations will meet the needs of any look you want for any skin type.
Our top 10 best selling foundations include:
RCMA VK PaletteRCMA KJB PaletteRCMA Cream FoundationGraftobian HD Glamour CremeMake Up For Ever HD SkinDanessa Myricks Vision Cream CoverFace Atelier Kryolan TV Paint StickKevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin EnhancerJoe Blasco Ultrabase Foundation
RCMA VK PALETTE
With 18 highly pigmented shades, you will surely find the perfect shade or cocktail of shades for your complexion with the RCMA VK Palette. This gem has everything you need to conceal, highlight, contour, and more. It provides a lightweight feel and all-day wear, making it a must on this list! It is blendable and breathable making it ideal for any skin type..
RCMA KJB PALETTE
The RCMA KJB Ultimate Complexion Palette features Kevin James Bennett's favorite selection of RCMA Foundations for global skin tones, a row of the essential single pigments used to create all complexion shades, and a "clear" mixing medium. This foundation is a highly pigmented and blendable cream base that is ideal for photography, film, and anywhere high-definition quality is needed with a finish that feels light enough for everyday wear as well.
RCMA CREAM FOUNDATION
A legendary foundation and staple in many artists' kits, the RCMA Cream Foundation is a highly pigmented, blendable cream that can be used to conceal, highlight, and contour - so multi-purpose, and for that, we love it. With convenient and portable packaging, this dewy and hydrating foundation is a fan favorite amongst foundation junkies.
GRAFTOBIAN HD GLAMOUR CRÈME
Achieve the look of perfect skin with this buttery, flawless finish, full-coverage cream foundation. Graftobian’s Glamour Crème™ foundation ensures you look your personal best, even if you are nowhere near a camera. How can a foundation be both lightweight and full coverage? The answer is a high concentration of super-fine pigments. For the perfect “no makeup” look, look no further than this foundation.
MAKE UP FOR EVER HD SKIN
The newest formulation of Ultra HD Foundation is iconic for a reason and once you try it you'll discover why! Instantly blurs and covers blemishes with this lightweight liquid foundation that applies comfortably to your skin. It's available in a wide range of shades and undertones to make color matching easy. With a true-to-skin finish and 24-hour-wear time, it may become your new go-to foundation.
DANESSA MYRICKS VISION CREAM COVER
When looking for an all-in-one product that is easy to apply and even easier to transport, consider the Danessa Myricks Vision Cream Cover. Envision perfect skin with foundation and concealer packed into one sleek product – it’s like having two best friends! This hybrid, lightweight cream foundation leaves skin with a radiant, silky-smooth finish while offering a sheer to full buildable coverage, perfect for covering even the most pronounced hyperpigmentation and discoloration.
FACE ATELIER
Face Atelier really leaned into the consumer’s needs and desires when they formulated the Ultra Foundation Pro, which is undeniably the star of the line. This highly pigmented, long-lasting foundation feels as flexible as a second skin and provides sheer to full coverage with a natural satin finish. It boasts a built-in primer and is ideal for any skin type or texture, making it a must-try!
KRYOLAN TV PAINT STICK
The Kryolan TV Paint Stick is a durable hybrid formula that gives a luxuriously creamy blend of waxes and oils for staying power in a matte finish. We love the concealing power of this swoon-worthy full-coverage TV Paint Stick with its beautiful matte finish. This can easily be used as a matte foundation, highlighter, or contour for all your makeup look needs.
KEVYN AUCOIN SENSUAL SKIN ENGHANCER
This award-winning and flexible-full-coverage complexion perfector has been an industry staple for over 20 years. The Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer is a 5-in-1 best-selling formula that can be used to customize: concealer, corrector, foundation, contour, and highlight. It is waterproof, long-lasting, and provides a luminous natural finish with only just a “rice grain amount” – some even say it’s like a magic eraser!
JOE BLASCO ULTRABASE FOUNDATION
Trusted by artists throughout the beauty community, and a favorite of Kim K’s, Joe Blasco's Ultrabase Foundation will help you create the perfect base like a pro. With an undeniable flawless finish and true staying power, this buildable cream foundation conceals even the toughest hyper-pigmentation or uneven skin tone. It provides a natural skin-like finish, rich pigmentation, and is ideal for hard-to-match skin tones.
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Those are our top 10 foundations! If you're interested in more options, you can shop the whole collection of our professional-grade foundations to leave you with a beautiful base!
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
November Staff Top Picks
At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our November Top Picks and if you're looking for gift inspiration or wishlist-worthy items take a peek at our Holiday Gift Guide!
Chelsie's Top Picks
Gone are the messy days of having to interrupt your beauty routine to find your nearest trashcan. The MYKITCO On Point Sharpener is the perfect tool to have on your makeup vanity, or as a travel companion! The bottom container holds all the shavings so that you can sharpen your eye or lip pencils multiple times, without worrying about making a mess. This is ultra-convenient for makeup artists and to use on set as well!
I may have the most stubborn brow hairs ever, and I've tried so many brow gels (clear and tinted), hair gel, and even a glue stick, and nothing has held them up all day without leaving flakes or a white residue. Inglot Playinn Soap Brow helps me achieve the fluffiest brow look, no lamination needed, while not removing any product that is underneath! I just apply with a clean spoolie and brush upward (backward for the more stubborn hairs), and she is all set!
Maria's Top Picks
This compact palette has made my everyday complexion game so much easier. I can conceal, color correct, highlight, contour, and blush all with this one product! At first, I was skeptical that one palette would work for me and others with a fair/light complexion (I have the Harmony 1 version), but once you see it in person, you start to see the subtle differences in the tones for each shade. Some are a little warmer, others cooler, others more pink, others are peachy! Those subtle nuances allow you to customize your perfect shades! It's genius!I also have to point out, the peachy shade (top right on the left half of the palette once open) is the BEST face brightening corrector I've ever used.
My hands tend to be dry year-round, but the cooler months are brutal for me! No matter how much lotion I'd use in the past, my hands seemed to look about 10 years younger than the rest of me... Until I started using this balm, that is! My cuticles are softer and less prone to peeling, and I'm convinced it has even helped my nails grow in stronger. Even with all the extra hand washing and sanitizing we've all grown accustomed to during the last few years, my hands still feel hydrated after several washes! I also apply it to any dry patches I get on my arms, legs, or feet, and it smooths them out within hours or overnight!
Holly's Top Picks
This setting spray is LIQUID GOLD!!!!!! Whenever I know I will be wearing makeup for a long period of time Kryolan Fixing Spray is my go-to product! Your makeup is not going anywhere when you set your face with this. I have gotten my friends and family hooked on this product. It is definitely not leaving my makeup collection anytime soon.
I just started getting into cream/gel contour products and Illamasqua Gel Sculpt is amazing! I have been using the shade Silhouette and it blends like a dream! I love using this product on days when I don't feel like wearing a full face of makeup. This product gives such a natural and glowy finish. This product will stick with me as we enter cooler months to keep my summer glow!
Calvin's Top Picks
One brush with so many ways to use it! The precision angle of the Melanie Mills X Omnia MM01 Face and Boby Brush hugs all the curves of the face. The large brush size helps you to get coverage faster. You can apply any liquid or cream with this amazing tool without worrying about streaking or blotchy coverage. I love using it for primer, foundation, and Body glow products. Completely vegan and cruelty-free.
You have not felt softness until you've felt the Melanie Mills X Omnia MM02 Face and Body Brush! Dense enough to sculpt the face, but airy enough to effortlessly blend. It's my go-to brush for contouring and bronzing my clients. Never stress about sharp lines again because the bristles help you seamlessly blend! The dome shape really allows for every type of artistry. If you like to sweep? Great! If you love to buff? Fantastic! This brush will be the bestie you never knew you needed.
Liz's Top Picks
I hate washing my brushes, but I know how important it is so I am thankful I found Crazy Merman's Brush Soap to make washing my brushes less irritating. This brush soap removes all of the makeup from my brushes in one go and leaves them soft, clean, and smelling AMAZING! All I have to do is wet my brush, swirl it in the soap, and swirl the brush a bit on my Sigma Brush Cleaning Mat to get a nice lather and rinse. Simple and no water crinkled fingers are left behind.
This lipstick is truly unforgettable. I am one of the pickiest people when it comes to lipstick, and Kevyn Aucoin has blown me away with these. All 3 formulas power through the day, offer great color payoff, and wear comfortably on my lips without drying them out. I can trust this to keep me looking my best no matter the occasion.
Morgan's Top Picks
You can't go wrong with picking up the Make it Glam Set from Dose of Colors. Their eyeshadow has a velvety texture that glides on the eye. The colors are easy to blend and have a lot of pigmentation! The lipstick colors are perfect, and the gloss is not sticky. These gift sets are great values and great gift ideas!
I have the must-have highlighter for your makeup bag! I'm so glad Smashbox reintroduced the Becca Highlighter. This shade was a cult-favorite and blends like no other highlighter The product has a lovely texture and GLOWS. It's ideal for creating a dewy or glowing appearance.
Jess's Top Picks
As an Irish girl living in South Florida, this product comes in CLUTCH. While I admittedly avoid the sun like a vampire, I do enjoy looking sun-kissed 24/7. Infused with Aloe Vera, and Green Tea, Loving Tan Delux Face Tan isn’t super harsh on my pores and gives immediate bronzed-goddess results (which I also love). I pair this with the Loving Tan Delux Gradual Tan after every shower for an all-over glow!
Containing skin-enriching antioxidants Acai Berry and Coffee extract, this super creamy formula feels great on my skin PLUS immediately gets to work on giving that sun-goddess glow. I like to pair Delux Gradual Tan with the Delux Face Tan to get an all-over light shimmering glow post-shower, and it will be kept in my weekly routine forever!
Morgan's Top Picks
I can not stop shopping for holiday gift sets! I am a total sucker for the limited edition holiday packaging. That's why the Terryfic Glow Beauty Favorites Box was an immediate "add to cart". The mini sizes of the Hyaluronic Pressed Hydra-Powder and Brightening CC Serum are great for traveling or testing new products before you commit to the full size. . Controls shine and blur imperfection with a few presses of the pressed powder. The universal shade makes it flattering on all skin types. Pick one up for yourself or give it as a gift! No wrapping paper is needed with this beautiful holiday packaging.
The MakeUp Eraser has changed my getting unready routine. What used to involve makeup removers, cleaners, and water all over my bathroom is now simple and mess-free. It works to remove all of my makeup, including red lipstick and waterproof mascara, with just water. I have a clean cloth every day of the week and I just throw them into the washing machine. I love that they are sustainable and reusable, no more single-use makeup wipes for me!
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About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
5 Tips on How to Keep Your Hair in Top-Notch Shape as the Weather Cools Down
Quick temperature changes can wreak havoc on your hair, but don’t worry! We’ve got you and your tresses covered! We've enlisted the help of our in-house Hair Care Expert, Jess, for tips on how to combat the effects of cold weather on your hair and not hide under a hat!
IN THIS BLOG, WE WILL BE DISCUSSING THE FOLLOWING FALL AND WINTER HAIR HACKS TO KEEP YOUR PREVENT DAMAGE AND REPAIR WEATHER-STRESSED STRANDS
Scale back on the hot showers
Refrain from over-washing your hair
Double up on moisturizing
Change up your post-shower routine
Limit heat-styling
Tip #1: Take it easy on the hot showers during the winter
As nice as it is to take a steamy shower after a long chilly day, while it may FEEL nice - it is quite damaging! Hot water strips away your hair's (and skin’s) natural oils, which in turn dries up the shaft of your hair. We know, it’s a bummer but your hair will thank you! We recommend washing your hair in warm or lukewarm water and if you’re feeling bold - switch to cold water at the very end to help seal the hair follicles and lock in moisture!
If this tip sounds familiar, it’s because our in-house skincare expert suggests the same thing for cooler-weather skincare!
PRO Tip: Using a more emollient lotion with occlusive ingredients (like petrolatum, squalene, jojoba oil, or olive oil) on the hands and body along with a facial oil can also help seal in moisture and slow moisture loss during the drier seasons.
Tip #2: Cut back on frequent hair washes during the fall and winter
Overwashing can alter the PH of your skin, especially if your hair is prone to dryness. Give your scalp’s natural oils a chance to do their job of replenishing those locks! If your hair is on the oily side, we recommend a good dry shampoo between washes to extend your hairstyle! We recommend our First Class Charcoal Detox Shampoo by IGK! This dry shampoo packs a punch on even the oiliest of scalps, and contains a charcoal powder that eliminates odor + oil!
Tip #3: Double up on Moisturizing during the winter
Restore moisture during cooler months by giving your dry or fine hair a deep conditioning hair treatment every week. Applying a hair mask will do wonders, and helps replenish + restore the moisture that’s been lost in your dry scalp. Temperature changes from dry heat indoors + cold air can cause the moisture on your scalp and skin to deplete. We recommend Olaplex No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask 1-2x per week as a conditioning and reparative mask treatment!
Tip #4: Change up your post-shower routine for fall and winter
Hair is more susceptible to breakage when it’s wet, so after showering, try not to rub your hair dry! Instead, gently press the water out with a soft, microfiber towel, and comb your hair softly with a wide-tooth comb while it’s still damp, working from the ends upwards. We recommend using a soft brush, like the R+Co Detangling Brush, and waiting until your hair is about 80% air-dried before combing and blow drying.
PRO Tip: Avoid harsh bristled brushes! They can tear up your hair follicles, so opt for a brush that is more gentle if you can!
Tip #5: Avoid overheating your hair during the fall and winter
We know it’s hard to resist using styling tools, especially when the weather is brisk, but if you can go without - your locks will thank you for it! Most flat and curling irons nowadays heat up to 450 degrees (twice the temperature at which water boils), so if you must use them, make sure to adjust the temperature settings on your styling tools to eliminate damage. You can get creative and try using braids, buns, twists, and ponytails to give your hair a much-needed break from the heat!
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We hope this blog has given you a few hair care tips to keep your locks looking camera ready! If you have any additional questions, our Beauty Expers are here to help, so click here to send them an email.
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Fall Wedding Hair Prep
Weddings and all their moving parts are notorious for high-stress levels. It’s easy to say “leave it to the wedding planner”; however, modern-day brides and grooms going DIY and taking on the planning themselves! Some things don’t have to be stressful, though, like your hair. With an endless to-do list leading up to the big day, there are steps you can take now to have the perfect bride and groom wedding day hair!
Healthy hair makes everything easier, whether you have a color transformation planned or to elevate your wedding look— with a bit of planning, you can de-stress with some OLAPLEX self-care while leveling up your wedding hair.
Step 1 : Consult with your hairdresser
A Stand-Alone Treatment and 4-IN-1 Treatment should follow the consultation for your wedding look. Your hair can always be healthier, so a salon-grade OLAPLEX session is just what it needs to look flawless on the wedding day. A Stand-Alone Treatment uses OLAPLEX Nº.1, the patented OLAPLEX concentrate to rebuild hair, and OLAPLEX Nº.2, the concentrate with a cream additive. This is the strongest repair available for broken hair.
The OLAPLEX 4-IN-1 Moisture Mask works quickly and efficiently to address dryness in even the most severe cases. When tested on damaged hair, 4-IN-1 provided 74% More Moisture, 84% More Shine, 84% More Smoothness, and 94% Saw More Body. A moisture mask is imperative for anyone with a Fal/Winter wedding, with hair recovering from damaging summer sun. Moisturized hair increases manageability, meaning all those hairstyle tests and your wedding day style will come with ease and look better.
Step 2: At home prep
In-salon treatments will jumpstart your hair into shape, but at-home maintenance will bring it to the next level. Let’s face it; weddings are all about being extra! Weekly treatments with the at-home versions of the aforementioned treatments will keep your hair healthy and hydrated. Use OLAPLEX Nº.0 and Nº.3 together to rebuild your hair at home intensely. It’s the closest one can get to salon-grade OLAPLEX at home, so we recommend treating your hair as often as you like to keep it strong and healthy.
There are little steps you can take to make a tremendous impact on your hair. You can rebuild your hair just by shampooing and conditioning with OLAPLEX Nº.4 and Nº.5. Keep in mind; every OLAPLEX product will rebuild bonds as it’s the baseline, whether it’s intensive like the Nº.0 or incorporated in the formula like Nº.4 and Nº.5. For blondes, keep your color bright, fresh, and healthy with OLAPLEX Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer in between toners.
The last step, and an easy one to incorporate, is styling with OLAPLEX. Protection is imperative, and what better way to do so than letting OLAPLEX do the work while you style. OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother reduces frizz for up to 72 hours, adds leave-in moisture, rebuilds bonds, and increases manageability. Perfect for any hair type, add a pea-sized amount, then work your way up from there if needed. While you should stray from pre-wedding thermal styling, there are occasions, like rehearsals and events, you’ll want to style for. For that, use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil for heat protection up to 450ºF, shine, moisture, and bond-building.
Once you find a routine, all of this becomes a balanced ritual and one that will give you stunning wedding day hair and best practices for keeping it up after!
Ready to transition experience the world of OLAPLEX for Camera Ready Hair?
Your best hair days are just getting started! Stay tuned for more great tips from OLAPLEX or explore their entire range of products.
Images & information courtsey of our friends at OLAPLEX
Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready with hair care?
We're here to help YOU get camera ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the hair care and hair styling products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get camera ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more and to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, and more!
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Fall Transition Hair Care with Olaplex
Time for damage control. You might have listened to our advice to treat your hair all Summer, but maybe you were enjoying all the summer fun and forgot. As we transition to Fall from the most damaging season for hair, it’s time to check in with your hair to address the concerns.
Whether you are entering Fall with significant damage or want to enter the season as healthy as possible, there’s an at-home ritual for you. A balanced OLAPLEX routine will rebuild and moisturize your hair, making it flawless for Fall makeovers or perfect hair days.
Step 1 to Transitioning Your Hair Care Routine for Fall: Address the state of your hair
Texture and feel check.
You know your hair best and what it feels like at its healthiest. Do you notice breakage? Dryness? Is your natural texture more limp than usual? Take notes if you notice any of the three, then move on to the next step.
Visual
Is there any noticeable damage to your hair? This includes breakage and split ends, color fading, lightened hair from the sun, and overall lack of body and shine. Add your observations to your notes, and get ready for a reboot!
Step 2: Build a ritual for your hair
For Damaged Hair:
Breakage meets its match with the Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Hair Perfector. This treatment is safe to use as often as needed, but we have a guide according to your damage level that may help you get started. For healthy hair, treat once weekly with OLAPLEX Nº.0 and Nº.3. Dampen the hair with Nº.0, wait ten minutes, then apply Nº.3 directly on top, combing through to saturate. Wait an additional ten minutes or longer, then shampoo out with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo. You will see amazing results for damaged hair by catapulting your hair back to health with three treatments weekly.
For Hair Dryness:
Bond building moisture comes as OLAPLEX Nº.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask. This treatment gives your hair 4x more moisture, 2x more shine, 6x smoothness, and more body. Typically, compromised, color-treated, and curly hair need the most moisture, but you know your hair best. Start with one treatment weekly and go up from there if needed. Apply to damp hair after shampooing with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo, then comb through to thoroughly saturate and wait ten minutes. Rinse when complete, then style as usual!
For Hair Maintenance:
Set your hair up for success between treatments with bond-building styling products for daily repair. We love to cocktail OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil. Together, the two provide bond-building, heat protection up to 450ºF, shine, increased manageability, reduced frizz for up to 72 hours, and leave-in moisture. For blondes going brassy, use the new OLAPLEX Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer to keep your blonde strong, bright, and hydrated between salon sessions.
Ready to transition your hair care for the cooler weather? Check Out All Of OLAPLEX's Hair Styling Products to Get Camera Ready.
That's it! Your hair will be in tip top shape for the cooler months. Stay tuned for more great tips from OLAPLEX or explore their entire range of products.
Images & information courtsey of our friends at OLAPLEX
Are You Ready to Get Camera Ready with hair care?
We're here to help YOU get camera ready in whatever way makes YOU feel confident and ready to take on the day! Go ahead and explore the hair care and hair styling products our I Am Camera Ready Pros use to get camera ready, or view our I Am Camera Reach Schedule of Events to learn more and to view our full schedule of events, giveaways, and more!
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
One of 2022's Most Googled Halloween Costumes: Stranger Things Inspired Makeup Look | SFX Tutorial ft. @caykeface
One of this year's top tv shows was Stranger Things, so it's no surprise that Stranger Things is among the top 10 most Googled Hallowed looks this year! We proudly partnered with SFX Artist @caykeface to create this incredible Stranger Things look. Watch the video to see how she creates this complex look, and keep scrolling for her full step-by-step instructions. The sfx products @caykeface used to create the Stranger Things Halloween Costume makeup look include: 🦇 Pros-Aide Adhesive 🦇 Mehron SynWax 🦇 Mehron Colorset Powder 🦇 Ben Nye Primary Creme Palette (LKP-1) 🦇 SUVA Beauty Magic + Ecstasy Palette 🦇 Melt Cosmetics Supernatural Lash Mascara Melt Cosmetics 🦇 Mehron Paradise Makeup AQ 8 Color Palette - Basic (808-PAL-B) 🦇 Mehron Liquid Latex
Watch @caykeface's Stranger Things Halloween Makeup Tutorial Step by Step Instructions from @caykeface for her Stanger Things Halloween Costume and Makeup Take Pros Aide on a cotton swab and cover your brows with 2 coats and powder them with Colorset Powder. Using a q-tip dipped in Pros Aide, draw the outline of a "crack" that you want the bat to come out of onto your forehead and another crack down the face. Work in small sections for best results. Roll modeling wax into a worm shape with your fingertips (it helps warm the wax) and apply over the tacky adhesive. Repeat this until you create the crack effect down the face. To create a smooth transition from the wax to your skin, lightly mold the wax with a spatula that has a thin coating of vaseline. With Liquid Latex on a cotton swab, start to draw clock numbers on your face with the latex. Apply about 5 layers of liquid latex build-up to look like those numbers are raised from your skin. Coat modeling wax with Pros Aide and then set with powder. This will allow you to be able to apply makeup on top of it with ease. Apply foundation shade over face and contour to make your face look sunken in. Insert cotton balls into the nose to protect from liquid latex fumes Start to build up the bat with cotton and latex. Unravel the cotton ball into a strip, and rip the strips up and layer cotton and latex till you have your bat shape Apply a thin layer of modeling wax over cotton/latex and smooth the wax with vaseline and your fingertips before sealing the bat with another layer of Pros Aide and powder. Paint crack to represent the upside down with body paints (She used: red, yellow, and brown.) Paint the bat with body paints (black, white, gray.) Glue on a DIY batwing (made of toothpicks and 6 layers of liquid latex.) Paint a few squiggly lines coming out of the “crack” with Pros Aide. Apply wax on top (she mixed wax and black shadow to make a black “worm”). Paint liquid latex on top of the worm to seal and to make it shiny. Paint on some red blood tears and pop in some white contacts (optional)! SFX Products @caykeface used for her Stranger Things Costume Mehron Paradise Makeup AQ - Basic 8 Color Palette LEARN MORE Melt Cosmetics Supernatural Lash Mascara LEARN MORE Pros-Aide Cream Adhesive LEARN MORE Mehron Colorset Powder LEARN MORE SUVA Magic + Ecstasy Palette LEARN MORE Ben Nye Primary Creme Palette LEARN MORE Mehron Synwax LEARN MORE Mehron Liquid Latex LEARN MORE @Caykeface is Camera Ready!
Feeling inspired to recreate the look? Watch the video at the top of this blog, or visit our YouTube Channel! We hope this blog inspires you to create a fun new look this Halloween! If you have any more questions, we are here to help! Click here to reach out to our Beauty Advisors. If you recreate this look or follow any of our other SFX Tutorials, don't forget to tag @camerareadysfx on social media!
More Tutorials
Feeling inspired? We are, too! Enjoy more tutorials from our SFX Tutorial Series: Glampire (Monster High-Inspired) Draculaura Makeup Tutorial with Christina Alexandra Duerr Elphaba Witch Tutorial with Raychel Roll Pin Up Zombie Tutorial with Shanice L. Wadell Billy the Zombie Tutorial with Melissa Croft Neon Skull Tutorial with @Alice_Crue The Different Types of SFX Blood with Kristen.B.Artistry La Llorona by The Official Lola Rose Two-Face by Nsomniaksdream Glam Skulltress by PaigeMarieMakeup Rainbow Skull by fancyflutie Beetlejuice + Miss Argentina by The Official Lola Rose Comic Book Pop Art by Kelly Tull CATS with a Twist by Andie Piazza The Nun by Janet Cake Glam-Gore Witch by Rachel Quattlebaum Halloween Clown by Kelly Tull Butterfly Face Paint by Angie Lum
Need something specific to create your SFX Halloween looks? Shop Camera Ready’s extensive collection of top special effects brands here. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact our Beauty Advisors for a comparable alternative, or to see if we can order the exact product you need.
About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
October Staff Top Picks
At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our October Top Picks and check in on what our Buyers' Fall/Winter Forecast!
Chelsie's Top Picks
The RCMA Liquid Foundation has saved me SO much time and work during applications. With the formula being more of a "concentrate", it has an insane amount of pigmentation, so VERY little is needed to achieve full coverage! It has a natural matte finish, however, it can definitely be customized depending on skin prep and how it is set. The shade range is very true to undertone, which is a makeup artist's dream (less guess work needed)! 🌟 I've stocked my kit with the Neutral series, and use the RCMA Foundation Adjuster Palette to quickly adjust the undertone that I need! With the butter powder formula, this smooths out the skin beautifully and gives off very "filter in a bottle" vibes!
Loving this concealer SO much has been a pleasant surprise as I've always opted for their Matte Velvet Skin Concealer. The Ultra HD concealer is extremely light weight and amazingly looks like skin! For the "no-makeup" makeup days, this been a lifesaver as other concealers tend to look a bit more obvious, and this gives the perfect coverage and looks undectable! Great for spot concealing and does not settle into lines at all!
Maria's Top Picks
I'm that beauty lover that loves having a wide range of colors, textures, finishes, and formulas for my eyeshadow because you never know when the mood will hit to create something extra sparkly or colorful! That's why I got SO excited when Danessa Myricks announced her fourth Lightwork palette and introduced new formulas with the Aqua Chromes and Pressed Chrome Flakes. I love using water-activated makeup as a pop of colorful liner, and the Pressed Chrome Flakes do not have any fallout on me. Even the more "basic" shades in the palette (the ones designed to be toppers) give me that next-level diamond like sparkle I love. I'll be using this a LOT this holiday and beyond!
I often find myself in that awkward in-between phase of having clean-feeling hair a day or two after washing and not needing a full-blown dry shampoo product, but I get kinks and flattened hair while sleeping. My old solution was to just rewash my hair, but since it's color-treated, I prefer to only wash it when necessary. That's where Oribe's Mystify Refreshing Spray comes in! It reactivates any products you put in the day prior (so for me, that's typically a finishing spray and a leave-in treatment cocktail of Olaplex No 7 & Olaplex No 6), and the freshly-washed volume and lift instantly returns. It also has a light sweet fragrance that makes you feel like you just left the salon!
Holly's Top Picks
This Cherry Cola Mascara is HEAVENLY!! If you have blue eyes I cannot stress enough how much you need this product! The brown and red tones in this mascara are perfect for blue eyes. I will never go back to black mascara. Ever since I started wearing it I have gotten so many compliments on how blue my eyes look! This product is for sure my #1 makeup recommendation right now!
This eyeshadow quad from Karla Cosmetics is a new product in my makeup collection but I can already tell this is going to be living in my everyday makeup bag! I normally gravitate towards orange and pink-toned shadows to make my blue eyes pop and this quad does not disappoint! I can easily make everyday and special occasion looks with this tiny palette! I love how compact it is making it easy for travel!
Calvin's Top Picks
Have you collected too many boring palettes? I bet I can make you love them. The Cozzette Crystal Cream Eyeshadow Palette is the perfect companion palette to add some excitement to your look. The cream-to-powder formula is so easy to apply, super pigmented, and gorgeously metallic.
Let it be known, Every Pro, Everywhere loves a Two-Fer! Cream blush is one of my favorite things, looks like skin, stays in place forever, and looks the most natural. The Jouer Cheek + Lip Duo in the shade in " Be Loud " may look scary in the tube but it blends out to the most beautiful fall, rosey-plum. Flip it over to the hydrating balm and give yourself the most skin-like glow, without shimmer, without glitter.
Liz's Top Picks
First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo is my HOLY GRAIL! I am so picky with dry shampoo because my hair is fine, my scalp gets oily, but my ends are dry. This bad boy keeps my hair looking clean for days between washes and never lets me down.
Koh Gen Do's Maifanshi Aqua Foundation is a classic to me. I have been wearing this foundation for over 10 years because it is the perfect coverage from day to night and leaves my skin looking healthy and flawless. I have always gotten so many compliments on it when I wear it, and I know I can always rely on it to keep me Camera Ready.
Morgan's Top Picks
If you're traveling for the holidays or simply need to relax, I recommend picking up some skin-pampering items! Face masks and eye patches are excellent ways to relax and pamper yourself. These Perk Up Eye Gels are hydrating, refreshing, and they do not fall off the face.
If you are looking for a waterproof eyeliner, look no further. These PLAYINN Eyeliner Gels are fun to experiment with, and a little goes a long way. They are long-lasting but not difficult to remove. The texture is smooth and glides on easily.
Jess's Top Picks
My latest obsession, the Rare Light Luminizer! - I pair this with the Inner Glow Crème Pigment for a gorgeous highlight + contour. I love that it can be built up to create a full face, or used sparingly as just an everyday "I woke up looking like a beautiful unicorn🦄 " face. As 99.9% of the time I am very much so a 'less is more' kinda gal and prefer using my fingers over brushes, these little compacts pack a mighty punch as a little bit really does go a long way, and both can be used as a cream shadow for your lids!
Going hand in hand with the Rare Light Luminizer - I pair it with the Inner Glow Creme Pigment for a gorgeous highlight + contour which can be built up to go full night out face, or used sparingly as an everyday look!
Morgan's Top Picks
Halloween is right around the corner and I just have to do my own spin on this Glampire SFX Tutorial featuring @CHRISTINA.ALEXANDRAA. I picked up the Paradise Makeup AQ Palette because it had all the shades I would need to craft any special effects makeup look. The palette has 30 shades of face and body paint and they're refillable for when you run through your staple shades way too fast. The water-activated formula makes the pigments easy to blend and is perfect for pros or beginners.
No Halloween look is finished without big batty lashes. For my vampire look, I am going to finish it off with the N°33 lashes. They are 100% premium human hair and easily last 5-8 wears. These high-quality lashes blend in with my lashline to give me big beautiful lashes people will swear are real.
Marcelina's Top Picks
Whether working in a high-heat environment, or on characters that sweat heavily, alcohol palettes are a must! When activated correctly, they provide seamless long-wear effects with wonderful color payoff! The F/X Aire Alcohol Palettes are slender and petite, making them kit-friendly for an FX artist on set!
ProAiir is a fantastic formula for beginner FX artists! Most alcohol-based makeups need to be diluted with 99% isopropyl alcohol which is difficult to come by. Hybrid Waterproof Face and Body Paint is a hybrid formula that comes pre-diluted and is ready to go in a bottle. The coverage is smooth and even with a soft matte finish and incredible color payoff!
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Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here.
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About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
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New Brand Alert: Spark Cosmetics Has Arrived!
We have some extremely exciting news to share with you! After years of research and development, Camera Ready Cosmetics has launched our very own makeup brand - Spark Cosmetics!You know we're obsessed with bringing you the best beauty products in the world. But we wanted to take it a step further by creating a line that combines pro-level performance with user-friendly versatility. Enter Spark Cosmetics. The Spark Cosmetics Backstory For over 20 years, we've been curating an epic selection of makeup from top brands to serve professional artists and beauty enthusiasts alike. In that time, we've seen hundreds of brands and literally tens of thousands of products come across our desks.While many of those products delivered amazing results, they often required serious skills and techniques to apply. As makeup lovers ourselves, we felt there was a need for pro-quality formulas that were also accessible and easy to use.That's when the spark was lit (pun intended!). We put our obsessive knowledge of beauty into action and got to work developing an independent line from scratch.We already have a branded line of products for Camera Ready Cosmetics for tools and supplies. With Spark, our goal was to create a new line with innovations and formulations that expressly met the needs of today’s enthusiasts. These are not simply white labeled, “put your brand name on a package” type products. The Spark Cosmetics Mission Spark is all about democratizing professional makeup and making it accessible to anyone who wants to unleash their inner artist.At the heart of Spark is a "product-first" mentality, relentlessly pursuing perfection in formulations that meet and exceed the highest standards while remaining user friendly. The products are conceived and developed in our office in Dallas, in partnership with a world-class Italian manufacturer. The Spark Product Philosophy and Roadmap
Exceptional performance, effortless application, and versatility across looks - these are the pillars of Spark's product development philosophy. Our formulas deliver rich pigmentation, natural and light textures, buildable coverage, and last the whole day long. They are also supremely easy to use, requiring no formal makeup training.More than just high performance, Spark's products defy conventional categories with multi-use capabilities. This encourages creativity, experimentation, and allows each individual to discover their unique style and self-expression.While the full Spark collection is still in development, we're launching with two masterpieces that epitomize the brand's philosophy. First up, there's the Velvet Muse Powder - a velvety smooth powder formula that blends like a cream. Use it as a bronzer, blusher, or for contouring in any of the six debut shades. You can get creative with where and how to apply this for different effects. This multitasker is just the start of Spark's innovative complexion range. Then there's Ethereal Glow, a revolutionary baked highlighting powder. This finely-milled, buildable formula leaves you with the most ethereal, lit-from-within glow. The texture is so weightless and smooth, it's like applying a veil of luminous perfection. We can't wait for you to experience the full Spark Cosmetics collection as it rolls out. There are more products on the way that are sure to ignite the artist within!
An Invitation to Explore With Spark Cosmetics, the joy of professional-quality beauty is open to everyone. Get ready to explore makeup without boundaries, trying new looks with confidence. Spark's revolutionary products are the tools to unlock your personal beauty aesthetic. Shop the brand now on the CameraReadyCosmetics.com or Sparkcosmetics.com. Let us know what you think of Spark in the comments below. We're so excited to take you along on this journey. About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Introducing Narrative Cosmetics: Unleash Your Artistic Story with High-Quality, Affordable Makeup
At Camera Ready Cosmetics, we are constantly on the lookout for innovative brands that align with our commitment to quality, performance, and value. Today, we are thrilled to introduce Narrative Cosmetics, a brand that empowers makeup artists, enthusiasts, and storytellers to explore their creativity through high-quality, performance-driven makeup products. Let's dive into what makes Narrative Cosmetics a must-try for your kit! Performance and Quality You Can Count On Narrative Cosmetics has quickly gained a reputation for products that not only promise impressive results but also deliver exceptionally. Their formulas are crafted to meet the rigorous demands of professional makeup artists and enthusiasts, ensuring longevity and standout performance under any conditions—whether on set, on stage, or in real life. One of the star products we're excited to showcase is the 12 Color FX Alcohol Activated Palette. Perfect for creating everything from subtle character enhancements to bold, theatrical expressions, this palette activates with a small amount of alcohol and sets to a smudge-proof finish that lasts through long shoots and performances. Its versatility and durability make it an essential tool for any makeup professional. The Quick Drying Primary FX Cream Makeup Palette exemplifies this philosophy perfectly. The palette features rich, vibrant colors that offer an intense, professional-quality finish in minutes. Dries in just 2-3 minutes, perfect for rapid applications during performances. It is resistant to water, sweat, and transfer, ensuring your look lasts all day. Unbeatable Value and Affordable Pricing We believe that professional-quality makeup should not come with an exorbitant price tag, and Narrative Cosmetics shares this belief. Their products offer an incredible value, balancing high-quality ingredients and stellar performance with prices that are accessible to both professionals and makeup lovers. This approach allows you to expand your makeup collection without compromising on quality or breaking the bank. Why Choose Narrative Cosmetics at Camera Ready Cosmetics? When you shop Narrative Cosmetics at Camera Ready Cosmetics, you're not just getting outstanding makeup products. You're also receiving our commitment to customer satisfaction, fast shipping, and expert support from our team of professional makeup artists. We've curated these products with your needs in mind, ensuring that you get the best that Narrative Cosmetics has to offer. Feeling Inspired?
Are you ready to discover Narrative Cosmetics for yourself? We knew you would be! Explore the entire collection here. If you want to learn more about their products or even receive a personalized recommendation, we are here to help. Click here to contact a Beauty Advisor! Unleash your creativity with tools designed to elevate your artistry to the next level!
About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
April Staff Top Picks
It's exciting to find a product that makes your beauty routine easier, makes your makeup or hairstyle last longer, or a new and innovative formula, but with so many new items being released all the time, it can help to have a beauty bestie to tell you what is worth trying. That's where we come in! At Camera Ready, it’s our goal to find those standout products and share them with you so you can experience the magic for yourself! This month, our top picks include a wide range of skincare, hair care, and beauty products that help keep us feeling our best, so keep reading to learn more about them!
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Back in 2022, the original Inglot PLAYINN Soap Brow was my top pick of the year. However, Inglot has answered all my brow prayers and released a brown version! I've always enjoyed the Inglot Soap Brow because it has more of a jelly-like texture allowing it to be more flexible, and it does not require any water to be activated. The softer texture gives me more play time to shape my brows, and it NEVER looks crunchy or stiff! This new brown version gives me great hold AND adds definition to my brow hairs, and I don't ever have to worry about having that white cast some other brow soaps can give. My second top pick this month caught me as a surprise because I haven’t played with any of NYX’s complexion products in a while. However, the serum aspect drew me in because I have drier skin. The NYX Bare With Me Serum Concealer is unbelievably lightweight and smooth, offers medium to full coverage, and packs a bigger punch than I originally anticipated. It’s perfect for no-makeup makeup or if you just prefer a lighter consistency!
Courtney's Top Picks
My top picks this month are all about complexion! The Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder Ultra-Blur is lightweight, glides on smoothly to minimize the appearance of pores, and gives your skin a refined and velvety texture. It’s your skin but better. My skin looks flawless when I pair it with Jason Wu Beauty’s Magic Potion 5 primer. The non-greasy texture ensures comfortable wear throughout the day, and its quick absorbing nature makes it an effortless addition to any beauty routine.
. August's Top Picks
The R+Co Dart Pomade Stick is a pocket-sized weapon to tame unruly hair, and it has been my favorite find this year - it goes with me everywhere! I use it almost daily to tame the frizz around my roots and make myself look a tiny bit neater. It has a super subtle outdoorsy scent and is also perfect for creating and touching up any slick back styles I’ve also been loving the Blend Bunny Cosmetics Lip Oil in the shade Love Bite. It’s so hydrating and has the perfect amount of pigment. It’s kind of sheer, so it’s cute by itself, but I adore it over my other fav lip combos to take them to the next level!
Brendan's Top Picks
Danessa Myricks Beauty Blurring Balm Powder is so great because it applies effortlessly on the skin and perfects it without looking like you’re wearing makeup. This is great for people who just want a flawless finish without looking done up. My second top pick is Indie Lee Coconut Citrus Scrub. It’s great for a self-care moment, has great ingredients, smells wonderful, and leaves the skin refreshed, bright, and prepped for the day.
Liz's Top Picks
Face Atelier’s Glass Skin Water Powder is by far the most unique powder I have ever tried. It creates a cooling sensation when you apply it and feels wet to the touch even though it's a powder. I also love how it doesn't accentuate the texture on my skin and creates a flawless finish. I don't even know how to put into words how this powder has blown me away. I have struggled with my skin and hormonal breakouts for as long as I can remember. After I had kids and hit 30, it was worse than ever. I have tried every product you can think of, and while my skin behaved for the most part, I still experienced monthly, hormonal breakouts that were more annoying than anything. I was curious about KOVO's Tumeric + Face Cleanser when the co-founder first introduced me to it. I started using it, but I wasn't sure it was making a difference after the first few uses. I continued to use it and decided to try Skin1004 Centella Soothing Cream as I heard great things about it. I started to notice a huge difference in my skin. If I ran out of one of these products and used something else in place of it, the hormonal breakouts would resurface. I have been using both products for the last 6 months, and I can't imagine switching to anything else. I love how they make my skin feel and look in winter or summer!
Morgan's Top Picks
I love using the Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer - Illuminating. It's lightweight, smooth, and gives my skin a radiant glow. I like to mix it with my sunscreen, and it looks great on its own. For my hair, R+Co's Grasp Intense Holding Shaping Balm provides excellent hold without making my hair look crunchy or like I piled on a bunch of products. I really enjoy using it to style my curls, slick back my hair, or on my kid's thin fly-away hair.
Jess's Top Picks
Last year, IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel was one of my top picks, and the IGK Rich Kid Wave Enhancing Air-Dry Cream helps me live my best hair life every day! This product oozes luxury while serving all the justice to my natural wave pattern. A staple in my haircare routine forever. As a no-makeup-makeup girly, good brows are key. I love the quick application and range of shades of the West Barn Co. Brow Pomade, but most importantly, the WATERPROOF 💦 factor for a long, smudge-free wear 🙌.
Feeling Inspired?
Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring our top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message!
EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Introducing Queen Cosmetics: Showstopping, Innovative, & Bold
If you're like us and admire the innovative and boundary-pushing products and finishes makeup artists like Pat McGrath and Danessa Myricks have created for the beauty industry, we know you'll love the newest brand to join our Camera Ready Family: Queen Cosmetics! They offer the unique finishes our industry professionals love for editorial shoots and the beautiful pigmentation and innovative formulas our beauty lovers crave. In this blog, we'll share more about Queen Cosmetics and our top recommendations for those wanting to add them to their collection!
About the Brand - An Inspiring Founder Story
Owner Elimar "Ellie" Depaula had been a makeup lover throughout high school, but she set her sights on a business career and went to college. In 2019, she was involved in an accident that left her disabled, and her life changed forever. She moved home to be with her family in Florida and turned to makeup as a creative escape. As Ellie dove deeper into the world of beauty products, she couldn't find any true holographic lip glosses with the distinctive rainbow reflection that holo products should have and wanted to create them. Seeing her determination and passion, Ellie's father gave her a $200 loan to create the products she craved, and she found her new calling. She researched makeup formulations and tested different shade combinations before landing on four core shades, and Queen Cosmetics was born in 2020.
Why We're Excited About Queen Cosmetics
Queen Cosmetics - A Viral Sensation that's worth the hype: Since launching, Queen Cosmetics has skyrocketed to social media fame thanks to its futuristic vibe and ultra-smooth glittery formulations, and it has expanded to offer different lipgloss formulas and eyeshadows with unique finishes and super shimmery shades. Social Media icon Mikayla Nouriega, makeup artist Rose Siard, and even Lizzo's makeup artist have used Queen Cosmetics to create shimmery looks. With each new product launch, Ellie continues to push the boundaries and create new shades and formulas you won’t find in other brands. Unlike other ultra-glittery products you may have tried, Queen Cosmetics' formulas offer intense shimmer and sparkle with a super smooth formula. The bold pigmentation and eye-catching packaging is equal parts aesthetically pleasing and fun to use, and the eyeshadow compact is refillable making it a fun and more sustainable addition to your collection. In addition to making it their mission to develop innovative products with skin-loving ingredients, Queen Cosmetics is dedicated to breaking barriers in the beauty industry and amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities. Queen Cosmetics is not just a brand; it's a movement of empowerment and inclusivity.
Our Top 3 Queen Cosmetics Product Picks
While we think all of the Queen Cosmetics products are worthy of being added to your collection, we've narrowed down our top picks to three stunning selections: Holographic Lip Gloss in shade Black Widow: This shade is for bold and editorial makeup lovers. The rich black base offers full coverage and multidimensional holographic glimmer with a single swipe. Diamond Shimmer Lip Gloss in shade Astral Projection: If you're looking for a gloss that makes your lips look bigger, fuller, and shiny- this glimmering gloss has a white pearlescent base and multidimensional shimmer that looks like diamonds on your lips! Sublime Hearts Multichrome Shadows: We couldn't help but include all of the shades as our top pick because of their smooth and creamy texture. Unlike some other multichrome shadows you may have tried from other brands, these glide easily onto the skin with insane pigmentation.
Feeling Inspired? Are you ready to discover Queen Cosmetics for yourself? We knew you would be! Explore the entire collection here. If you want to learn more about their products or even receive a personalized recommendation, we are here to help. Click here to contact a Beauty Advisor! About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Camera Ready Creators Top Picks
Our talented crew of makeup artists, industry professionals, & performers rely on high-performance makeup and beauty products both in their personal lives and while out on the job, so their top picks are the tried and true products you can trust. In this blog, we're featuring their must-have makeup products and why they love them!
The Top Picks Short on time? Here are some of their top picks, but to learn more about each of them, keep reading! Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Carissa St. Clair's Top Picks:
The Makeup For Ever HD Skin All in One Palettes are a new addition to my collection and I am kicking myself for not buying them sooner! The versatility of this product is really the selling point; you can use it for foundation, concealer, cream contour, blush, lipstick, etc.! Another tool I can’t believe I ever lived without is the Sigma "my everything brush” - aka the Sigma F47 Multitasker. It’s an angled natural hair makeup brush and it is AMAZING for foundation. It really gives you a flawless finish and I cannot put it down!
. Kathy O'Connor's Top Picks:
The Blend Bunny Cosmetics Forget Me Not Palette is such a staple in my routine! Such a bendable and easy to work with face and eye pallete! It is full of gorgeous cool and warm tones and beautiful shimmers. The formulas are stunning, and it has quickly become an everyday product for me! If you’re looking for a full coverage creamy concealer that has minimal creasing, you need to try Jouer's Essential High Coverage Liquid Concealer - it's the product is for you! I use multiple shades of this concealer with each look I do to create a flawless and dimensional base. If you’re a full glam kind of person, this product will change your life!
Kristen Fiori's Top Picks:
The Cinema Secrets Brush Cleaner is the easiest and most effective way I've found to clean my brushes! It instantly cleans them and the best part is that you don't need to rinse them or let them dry! As for setting spray, Ben Nye Final Seal is INTENSE in the best way possible! Your makeup will not budge no matter how oily or sweaty your skin is. This is a staple for my clients in the hot summer months when I need their makeup to last 12+ hours!
Anyssa Surprenant's Top Picks:
My ultimate favorite product at CRC is the Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation. It gives the perfect healthy natural glow while easily buildable for a full coverage base without looking cakey. It’s my perfect go to for my every day make up AND game day/performance makeup. Another favorite, I absolutely cannot live without is the RCMA No Color Powder. This is another staple in my makeup bag with so many different uses. From my everyday powder for filter-like skin, to keeping my game day make up set in place for hours through dancing, sweating, rain, the hot sun, you name it. I also use it to bake body make-up, specifically my tattoo cover up, perfectly blends and stays all day!
Meet the Camera Ready Creators
Last year, we proudly introduced our Camera Ready Creators Program and wanted to share some of their top picks, too, since they all specialize in a specific form of artistry. Click here to learn more about their specialties & how makeup and beauty products play a role in their careers.
Feeling Inspired?
Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring more top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message!
EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Our Favorite 2024 Pantone Color of the Year Peach Fuzz Makeup
If you're a true makeup lover, you'll understand why were thrilled when Pantone announced their 2024 Color of the Year: Peach Fuzz! Peach is one of the most popular colors when it comes to makeup because it looks equally beautiful on the eyes, lips, and cheeks, and it is a powerful correcting shade when used properly. To view all of our favorite peach fuzz-hued products, click here, or keep reading our blog!
Learn more about our Peach Fuzz Product Recommendations
How to Wear Peach Fuzz on the Lips Peach can be a complexion-brightening shade, and when worn on the lips, it can instantly make your overall look appear more "fresh" or brighter. It pairs extremely well with nudes, golden tones, copper, corals, and pops of color like green for a spring-inspired look. Peach Fuzz Lipstick and Lip Gloss If you're looking for a sheer peach to give you a beautiful wash of juicy color, the Jouer Tinted Lip Oil in Esprit is a great choice. For a slightly lighter hue that's ultra-affordable, NYX's Butter Gloss in Sugar High provides a lighter, milkier peach that also softens the lips. To achieve that trendy blurred lip look using a peach-toned liquid lipstick, try Jason Wu Beauty's Honey Fluff Lip Cream in Supernatural (you'll thank us later)! If you have a richer skin tone, we recommend opting for a mid-toned peach that leans coral to brighten your look or opt for a peachy brown, like Buxom Cosmetics Full On Plumping Lip Matte in Brunching for a sultry nude look. PRO Tip: If the peachy shade you select is similar in depth to your skin tone, you may want to grab a lip liner to prevent it from washing out your complexion.
Peach Fuzz Makeup for the Eyes If you haven't tried wearing peach eyeshadow, you're missing out! This warmer-toned color is especially beautiful on those with blue or green eyes because it provides a beautiful contrast. However, brown-eyed beauties can create an alluring gaze with peachy shades because it can warm up the look and emphasize golden or greenish tones in their eyes, too! For green and blue eyes, Viseart Peche Petites Fours offers two matte shades for a fresh peachy wash of color and two shimmering shades to amp up the look. For brown eyes, Dose of Colors Sassy Sienna offers richer rusty peach tones and browns for a smoldering gaze. If you're seeking a softer peach look, you can't go wrong with Buxom Cosmetics Straight Up Eye and Cheek Palette, and bonus, it includes a coordinating blush! PRO Tip: A rich brown mascara pairs well with peachy-toned looks.
How to Wear Peach Fuzz on the Cheeks This is where the color peach really shines! Peach blushes give you a youthful, fresh-faced, and playful look, and we offer a wide range of finishes and tones for every complexion. Our Top Picks for Peach Fuzz Blush A makeup artist favorite, The Balm Cosmetics Hot Mama Blush & Shadow offers a peachy-pink glow to the cheeks that gives a soft glow wherever it's applied. If you prefer a blush without a glowy finish, Melt Cosmetics Honey Thief is a slightly more neutral-toned peach that's highly pigmented and super blendable for the most beautiful peachy cheeks. If you prefer a cream formula, Melt Cosmetics offers several peachy shades in their Cream Blushlight range. Our final recommendation for those no-makeup makeup lovers is Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Blush in Southbound, a mid-toned peach pink that gives an effortless glow and pop of buildable color.
BONUS: Peach Fuzz-toned Correctors & Powders We've already touched on the brightening qualities of peach-toned makeup, but as makeup pros, we also need to highlight the color correcting qualities of this beautiful shade. Using color theory and a color wheel, you'll see that peach is on the opposite side of blue and purple, meaning it can help cancel out those tones when used as a corrector or powder. That's why it's such a favorite for many who have under-eye dark circles with blue, purple, or grayish tones. L.A. Girl PRO HD Concealer in Shade Peach is an affordable and easy-to-use corrector because it's easy to blend and highly pigmented. Another best-kept-secret in the beauty industry is Judith August Cosmetics Orange Masking Cream, a trio of three peach and orange-hued cream products that professionals use to neutralize under-eye darkness and even bruises. Finally, if you're seeking a peach powder to provide a bit of brightness or to combat complexion dullness, a light dusting of KimChi Chic Beauty Puff Puff Pass Setting Powder in shade 04 Peachy can be a perfect addition to your collection if you have a medium-toned or richer complexion!
Feeling Inspired? We hope this blog has inspired given you a few great options to try if you want to add the Pantone Color of the Year to your makeup collection! Explore our top picks here. Have a question for our beauty experts? Click here to send them a message. About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
Top 5 Cold Weather Skincare Misconceptions (& Our PRO Tips to Remedy Them)!
No matter how well your skin has behaved over the last few months, be sure to read this blog because even the most predictable skin can be prone to irritation, dryness, or become sensitized as we transition into the cooler months. That's why our in-house Skincare Expert, Chelsie, is sharing the Top 5 Skincare Misconceptions for the cooler seasons! In this blog, we will be discussing the FOLLOWING COMMON SKINCARE MYTHS and mistakes: Not adjusting your environment/lifestyle during the cooler and drier months Using the same facial cleanser during all seasons Mistaking dry, rough texture for dead skin cells vs moisture loss from the skin barrier Only using sunscreen during the spring and summer Not taking advantage the cooler months for professional skincare services
COLD WEATHER SKINCARE MISTAKE #1Not adjusting your daily routine/environment to meet your skin's needs
We love to stay warm and toasty during the cold weather, however, if we stay in the hot shower too long or have the thermostat on high, we are potentially setting ourselves up for dry skin. Having the heat too high or taking extra hot showers to stay warm will draw out necessary moisture from your skin and can cause it to become dry and more sensitized skin. To combat this, use lukewarm water and don't take unnecessarily long showers. To prevent moisture loss at home (or even at work), add a humidifier to the rooms you spend the most time in! These both help to maintain moisture levels in your home so that the drier air does not seek moisture from your skin, but instead from the environment! PRO Tip: Using a more emollient lotion with occlusive ingredients (like petrolatum, squalene, jojoba oil, or olive oil) on the hands and body along with a facial oil can also help seal in moisture and slow moisture loss during the drier seasons.
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS SHOP KIEHL'S SINCE 1851ULTRA FACIAL CREAM SHOP SONIA ROSELLI'S WATER OIL SKIN PREP COLD WEATHER SKINCARE MISTAKE #2Using the same facial and body cleanser during all seasons
Our bodies are amazing and can adjust how much sweat and oil it produces to adjust to our ever-changing environments, but sometimes they can use a helping hand. During the warmer months, the main concerns may be reducing blackheads and combating excess oil production, so reaching for a gel-based cleanser during the spring and summer can help! However, in cooler weather, gel cleansers may leave the skin feeling too tight and dry, so our experts recommend opting for a gentler, creamier formula. These gentle cleansers will still remove impurities, excess oil, and makeup, while reintroducing hydration and leaving the skin soft and supple!
OUR RECOMMENDATION
SHOP BIODERMA'S SENSIBIO MICELLAR CLEANSING OIL
COLD WEATHER SKINCARE MISTAKE #3Mistaking dry, rough texture for dead skin cells versus moisture loss and an impacted skin barrier
The first thing that comes to mind when you feel uneven texture on your skin is to slough off the "dead skin", especially with more abrasive exfoliants. However, this rougher & flaky texture can be due to the lower humidity, increased water loss, and windburn. If over-exfoliation occurs, the skin can become rougher and more sensitized, essentially doing the opposite of what we would want! When you have those dry, pesky patches, AHA's are best to stick to versus BHA's or physical exfoliation, as AHA's are water-soluble and tend to have humectant properties (yay extra hydration!) However, make sure you don't overdo it. If you're not seeing an improvement after one use, visit a local esthetician or dermatologist so they may properly diagnose and treat your skin.
OUR RECOMMENDATION
SHOP SONIA ROSELLI'S SEXAPPEAL INSTANT EXFOLIATION SPRAY COLD WEATHER SKINCARE MISTAKE #4Reserving SPF for the warmer months
We know this is a tip we'll bring up in every skincare blog, but it's important to remember UV rays are around ALL year round and can still permeate through the cloudiest of weather. While you may be seeing less direct sun rays due to a lower sun angle during the winter, ice and snow act as little shiny mirrors that will reflect those unwanted rays toward your skin making it more important than ever to cover any exposed skin with a sun protectant. While the various types of UV rays can impact the skin, it's the UVA rays that accelerate premature aging and lead to unwanted hyperpigmentation and loss of elasticity. Preventing damage is much easier (and less expensive) than trying to "fix" the dark spots and potential for skin cancer later. PRO Tip: When it comes to how much SPF to use, a good rule of thumb is to use one ounce for your entire body. For your face, some professionals have used the "finger length" method. Open your hand with your palm facing up, and draw a stripe of SPF the entire length of your middle finger and pointer finger, and that will give you the minimum amount you should use for your face! If you're wearing an outfit that exposes your neck and decolletage, draw a third stripe of SPF down your ring finger and use that amount for the exposed skin.
OUR RECOMMENDATION
SHOP SKIN1004 CENTELLA HYALU-CICAWATER-FIT SUN SERUM SPF50+ COLD WEATHER SKINCARE MISTAKE #5: Not taking advantage of peels and other skincare services
If we're being honest, many of us have likely skipped a few sunscreen applications here or there, and we may be starting to see some hyperpigmentation or fine lines peeking through. The fall and winter months are the perfect time to combat those skincare woes with professional chemical peels and services. Let us explain why! A professional chemical peel is designed to remove the top layers of your skin to allow it to grow back smoother. This can help slow the formation of fine lines and sunspots, but it's important to avoid direct sunlight after each treatment. With less direct sunlight exposure, it can be an ideal time to get a chemical peel, but as always, never skip sun protection, especially on freshly treated skin. PRO Tip: Make sure you work with a professional to schedule peels and treatments based on your own skin's needs and your lifestyle. Remember, achieving the perfect skincare and treatment plan is like a marathon, not a sprint! It's also important to remember that peels are not for everyone, so be sure to contact your local professional.
Feeling Inspired? We hope this blog has helped clear up some of the skincare questions and myths you may have heard! If you have any additional questions, our Beauty Experts are here to help, so click here to send them an email.
About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
The Brands We Added in 2023
Here at Camera Ready Cosmetics, it's our mission to find the best products that live up to high standards, are a great value, or offer something unique to the beauty industry. We know there are a lot of great products to choose from, but we get it! It can be overwhelming to look for the best hair care, find the perfect foundation for your skin type, or to find exactly what you're looking for. That's why we have a dedicated team of beauty industry veterans including makeup artists, skincare experts, an esthetician, lifelong beauty lovers, and more. We personally test the brands and products we offer to ensure it meets our high standards so that we know you'll love them, too. Of course, we also take your feedback and requests into consideration, and we've proudly added 11 new brands that many of you have asked us for this year!
The Brands we added this year are:: Sonia Roselli Grande Cosmetics Booby Tape Blend Bunny Cosmetics MOB Beauty West Barn Co. Wrinkles Schminkles Skin1004 Made By Mitchell Tinge Lash Lash
Learn more about the brands we proudly added to our Camera Ready family of brands this year!
Sonia Roselli Our makeup artist community has been asking us to add Sonia Roselli to our family of brands, and we are thrilled we were able to add it to our assortment in 2023! Her products have been kit staples for makeup artists around the globe, and her line offers skin prep and skincare products that work beautifully under makeup and serve as a complete skincare system to help protect and restore the balance your skin barrier needs. To learn more about the skin barrier, view our blog with pro tips from makeup artist Sonia Roselli, herself!!
Grande Cosmetics Bigger, bolder-looking lashes, lips, and brows in your future thanks to powerful eyelash and brow serums & skincare-infused cosmetics from Grande Cosmetics! With more than 90 industry awards, they're on a mission to empower their community with salon-service-inspired DIY formulas that enhance your natural features. We love that all Grande Cosmetics products are proudly cruelty-free and PETA Certified.
Booby Tape Nothing is worse than finding the perfect outfit... but not being able to find the perfect bra to give you the lift and support without the straps peeking through... that's where Booby Tape comes in! This women-founded brand was created to offer an inclusive, skin-friendly, all-in-one breast lift solution as well . Now, you can keep your bust in check with this vegan, latex-free adhesive. We love how they offer a wide rage of shades, and trust us, it's super easy to use.
Blend Bunny Cosmetics Blend Bunny Cosmetics been one of our most popular new brands this year and for great reason! The beauty behind the brand is a makeup artist (aka she KNOWS pigmentation, color theory, and what gaps there were in the shade range of other products), and her colorful palette and products help fill the bold gap that other brands were lacking. Her products are best known for the unique shades that range from nudes to bold and grungy, and we're thrilled to have them as part of our Camera Ready Family.
MOB Beauty When it comes to beauty innovation and sustainability, MOB Beauty is at the forefront of the industry. Their ingredient-conscious, cruelty free, and vegan formulas deliver pro quality results and are housed in sustainable packaging. We love how you can mix and match their products to create your own custom palette - a must for makeup artists!
West Barn Co. Our community is always looking for the next best brow product, and West Barn Co. captured our hearts at first use! Created by mother and daughter duo, Donna and Kim, West Barn Co began their journey in 2016. Professional Makeup Artist, Kim, was inspired by old Hollywood tricks, but she wanted something more suitable and usable for her clients. She paired up with her mother that was exploring skincare and formulation, and together, they launched what has become a cult classic. Soap Brows took the world by storm and moved the brow trend into a new, and natural direction. Donna and Kim continue to bring innovation and experience to the table and focus on producing high performing, pro quality brow products. It’s the perfect fit for an artist’s kit.
WRINKLES SCHMINKLES Fun name, incredible product! Soothing patches for eyes and the face are a must for makeup artists, but trust us, even if you're not a pro, you'll want to experience Wrinkles Schminkles! Gabrielle Requena began Wrinkles Schminkles in 2014 after realizing the market was missing a solution to reduce signs of aging on her body. She focused on creating a non-invasive range of products that would offer women a solution to look and feel confident at any age without breaking the bank or undergoing the knife. Today, the brand continues to focus on premium quality, performance based skincare. They offer affordable, medical grade silicone patches for the eyes, forehead, neck, chest, lips, and mouth. Join the party and see why these patches are TikTok's favorite wrinkle patch!
Skin1004 SKIN1004 is an award-winning hypoallergenic & ingredient-conscious skincare brand from Korea. Each product is infused with Centella Asiatica, originating from the untouched nature of Madagascar. This high-quality Centella extract is one of the world's finest. SKIN1004 values well-crafted, ingredient-conscious skincare at an affordable price. Experience the mild, soothing, extra-light, and non-comedogenic formulas that are cruelty-free & vegan.
Made By Mitchell If you've been part of our Camera Ready Family for a while, we see you ;).. and we've seen your DMs asking us to add Made By Mitchell! We proudly added this makeup artist founded brand to our assortment, and it's been a beautiful partnership! Makeup Artist Mitchel Halliday dreamt of unifying the beauty community one look at a time, and after several collabs, he officially launched his brand in 2020. His brand is known for its unmatched and unconventional color combinations and is perfect for any look from every day to creative self-expression. If you take anything from Made by Mitchell, remember ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.
Tinge Body makeup has been a makeup artist's secret weapon to make their clients look flawless from head to toe, but Tinge impressed us thanks to the range of shades and longwearing nature of their beautiful formula. Their signature product, The TINGE Tint, a water + transfer-resistant body makeup has been gleaned by professional and celebrity makeup artists as the body makeup that doesn’t look so made up. The TINGE Tint’s tried and true undertone-oriented shade range paired with its formula’s medium, buildable coverage, and undetectable finish work in perfect harmony to keep you looking and (most importantly!) feeling like yourself— instantly smoothing out the complexion below the neck, easing the appearance of body bumps, bruises and blemishes where you wish. Confidence is their brand catalyst; body positivity is their native language. TINGE exists to bring you exceptional body-centric products that can be worn and loved by everybody, in every season— giving you the added confidence to feel good in the skin that you're in, and that's a brand mission we adore supporting!
Lash Lash Great lashes can make a great look even more beautiful, and that's why we love Lash Lash! While we adore their products, their brand story may be one of our favorites (can you tell we love supporting fellow makeup artists?). After spending countless hours pre-cutting and mixing different lash styles to create a perfect, natural lash for her clients, Celebrity Makeup Artist, Mari Shten realized the lashes ever looked as good as she hoped and perfect natural eyelashes simply did not exist. She set out to develop the most natural lashes on the market.Their mission is to create products of superior quality and unique designs to help you to express yourself through the most natural and unique eyelash look. Each eyelash is made from the highest quality 100% Premium Korean PBT Silk. All lashes are vegan, cruelty free, and tested by professional makeup artists.LASH LASH was born in 2018 after Mari spent nearly a year designing, trialing, and producing lashes that anyone could customize to fit their eye flawlessly. LASH LASH offers the shortest and most natural individual lashes and continues to expand their collection that Pro Makeup Artists and their celebrity clients LOVE worldwide.
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About Camera Ready Cosmetics
Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude.
Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts.
If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.