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November 20, 2013 By Cassie 20 Comments

Holiday Gift Guide: Makeup for “Guru’s”

It’s time for the third holiday gift guide in my series. Monday’s Holiday Gift Guide was Makeup for Beginners, while Tuesday’s Holiday Gift Guide was Makeup for Intermediates. Can you guess what today’s Holiday Gift Guide is?

Holiday Gift Guide: Makeup for "Guru's" on southeastbymidwest.com

1 | YSL Babydoll Mascara

On Monday I mentioned that a clear mascara would be good for a beginner, and yesterday I mentioned that when that beginner was ready to move to the next step that Benefit’s They’re Real Mascara was a great next step. Today I bring you the next mascara in that line, YSL’s Babydoll Mascara. This is a mascara that makes the lashes look PHENOMENAL! It adds tremendous length, volume, and separates like ain’t nobody’s business. To tell you how great this mascara is I would totally use it on any bride that was getting married, that’s how great this mascara is!

2 | Mac Prep + Prime

Primer is a great step for an advanced makeup user, especially one that’s doing makeup tutorials. They’re going to want that foundation to be FLAWLESS and a good primer is a great first step for this. Mac’s Prep + Prime is a great primer for this as it absorbs extra oils in the skin as well as counteracting any redness in the skin. Also, while it does absorb the extra oil it does not dry out the skin so it’s great for all skin types.

3 | Clarisonic Mia

Clarisonic’s are a nifty little device that hit the market a few years back. Essentially this product helps your cleanser penetrate deeper into your skin. This would partner beautifully with a refill of the Philosophy Purity Cleanser from yesterday’s list. As a self-proclaimed beauty guru I can tell you that this little baby is for sure on my Christmas wishlist.

4 | Sigma Mr. Bunny Travel Kit

Another item on my personal wishlist are the Sigma Mr. Bunny Travel Kit brushes. This is a great set as it comes with a few face brushes, eye brushes, and a carrying cup to store them in. The cup also closes and snaps together for traveling. This set also comes in a regular set of brushes, instead of the fluffier Mr. Bunny, which can be purchased in different colors. These brushes are of excellent quality and are loved by beauty guru’s all over YouTube.

5 | Sephora Gift Card

Again if all fails resort to a gift card. However, for a beauty guru Sephora might be a better bet than Ulta as it carries high end products that are on the lower side and the higher side of the spectrum. The gift recipient will find products from brands like Benefit, Dior, and even Chanel.

Cassie

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I started Southeast by Midwest back in 2012 as a lifestyle blog. After a few months I felt a pull towards beauty so I rebranded as a beauty specific blog. Over the years I've grown my knowledge and love of beauty products to the point that I am currently in Cosmetology school. If you'd like to know more about me contact me on any of my social media channels or at southeastbymidwestblog@gmail.com

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Comments

  1. Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says

    November 20, 2013 at 9:31 am

    I really want to try that Clarisonic Mia. That would be a great stocking stuffer idea for myself. 😉

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      November 20, 2013 at 10:00 am

      The Clarisonic Mia has been on my wishlist for awhile. I’m thinking of making it my stocking stuffer this year lol

      Reply
  2. Julie says

    November 20, 2013 at 9:54 am

    I’ll take one of each, please. 🙂 I so want the Clarisonic and the makeup brushes.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      November 20, 2013 at 10:00 am

      All of these items are on my wishlist for Christmas and I LOVE those brushes so much!

      Reply
  3. Jennifer says

    November 20, 2013 at 11:26 am

    I’m no guru… but I still think I’d love most of whats on this list 🙂

    Reply
  4. Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious? says

    November 20, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    I have heard great things about that Mac Prep and Prime…like it’s amazing.

    Reply
  5. Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says

    November 20, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    I always see people raving about Clarisonics – maybe I’ll have to try one. Is there any easy/cheap beginner version?

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      November 20, 2013 at 10:59 pm

      Olay makes a cheaper version that you can sometimes find on sale in your local drugstore. It’s not AS good as the Clarisonic, but it is a good starter version.

      Reply
  6. Piera says

    November 20, 2013 at 5:23 pm

    I must try YSL’s Babydoll Mascara – sounds FAB!

    Reply
  7. Rebecca says

    November 20, 2013 at 7:12 pm

    I use a mixture of honey and essential oils to clean my face – I wonder how the Clarisonic Mia would help with that

    Reply
  8. Melissa says

    November 20, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    My aunt has the Clarisonic Mia and has been raving about it! I want!

    Reply
  9. Dawn Lopez says

    November 20, 2013 at 8:47 pm

    Love this.. the mascara and primer sound great. I am in the market for a new primer… I am going to check this out!

    Reply
  10. Denise says

    November 20, 2013 at 10:26 pm

    I am a mascara mama. I don’t leave home without it. But other than that, I don’t wear too much make-up. Don’t get me wrong, I love to get glammed up. But, as a mom of 2 under 4 there just isn’t much time!! Advice to a minimalist: What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
    Denise

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      November 20, 2013 at 10:53 pm

      Lipstick is the one thing I can’t live without. I have to have some kind of lip product on at all times. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Nicole Leon says

    November 21, 2013 at 2:55 am

    Oooo you have caught my eye with that Sephora gift card! Although I’m not a makeup guru but I love my lipstick and lip gloss.

    Reply
  12. Janeane Davis says

    November 21, 2013 at 11:25 am

    The cosmetics you showed here look so luxurious and wonderful. It makes me want to go out and get cosmetics today.

    Reply
  13. Mimi says

    November 21, 2013 at 2:12 pm

    I have been dying for a Mia. Last year my husband instead bought me a Clairol Professional RX thing. It does okay but I know it is nothing compared to the Mia. Hopefully this year my dream will come true.

    I keep hearing about that Mac primer. I suppose I should try it. I’m not much of a make up girl but I do like to have a few trusty go to products that give good results when I need them.

    Reply
  14. Anjanette @MommaYoung says

    November 21, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    I have been meaning to buy a primer. I will give this one a try. Thank you for such great suggestions on makeup to use. Ill check out your other makeup guides as well.

    Reply
  15. jessica @ Coupon spice says

    November 21, 2013 at 11:04 pm

    I would love to find some great mascara that is really dark and fills out my lashes. Waterproof mascara just doesn’t look the same. I should give these a try!

    Reply
  16. katherine bartlett says

    November 22, 2013 at 3:17 am

    This is such a great idea! I’m totally loving it!

    Reply

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