We have all heard – and seen – all about the lavish lifestyle the Kardashians lead. Expensive mansions, luxurious vacations in the best hotels in the world, designer clothes and so on. All which are a part of their public image.
But maybe there is a pinch of relatable there – Kim K likes to use cheap makeup we can all afford.
Her makeup artist revealed all of the products he uses on Kim and his tricks to help you look flawless like her.
Here are some of those products – head on to the nearest drugstore right away.
L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Makeup
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You may think that all of that flawlessness can’t come from something under $1,000. But you could be wrong. This foundation perfectly suits Kim’s skin and it keeps it fresh and blended. It’s very smooth and they come in a range of shades and undertones. You can match this $10 foundation to your skin with ease.
NYX Cosmetics High Definition Photo Concealer
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Have you ever seen Kim Kardashian with dark circles around her eyes? No one has – she uses this $5 concealer which perfectly hides all the imperfections around her eyes. You can get it at almost any drugstore and it’s still a trusted brand that can help you look amazing, even when you are at your most tired phase.
Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder
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This is a favorite for many people. Why? Because it really does stay matte through the day, even though you might get sweaty. It never goes lumpy and gross, and it’s really soft. Many makeup artists use it, not just Kim’s. You can get it at any drugstore for $4 and it will keep the shine away from your face. With this product, it’s no wonder Kim’s skin stays so smooth and velvety.
Milani Baked Blushes
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A bit of color in your cheeks is always essential if you want to look fresh and young. These baked blushes are some of the best and are in the cheaper range and Kim uses them too. There is a wide variety of colors to choose from and you can purchase them for $9 each.
Milani XL Bronzer
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Of course Kardashians need their bronzers. But who knew that these could be so cheap? These $10 bronzers come in all shades and you can use them without fearing the awful orange undertones.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Liquid Glow Illuminator
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This $13 illuminator is a perfect example of a cheap but effective product that you can use. You’ll look shimmery, but not shiny like if your skin is too oily.
Physician's Formula Powder Palette Mineral Glow Pearls
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Double-highlighting? Is that a thing? Apparently, yes – and Kim is a big fan. Her makeup artist uses this $14 highlighter to create a shimmery yet natural shine.
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Eyeshadows
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These eyeshadows are really good, especially the lighter tones which can look really amazing and create a perfect smokey eye. These cost $7 each.
L'Oréal Carbon Black Voluminous Mascara
This is Kim K’s favorite mascara and she’s been loyal to it for several years now. It costs $6 and you can find it at any drugstore.
Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick
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A classic, nude lipstick like this one is necessary if you want to look good. She uses Blushing Beige color but you can choose the one that will match your skin tone and undertones. And for a bright version, try their Vivids. You can steal this look for only cost $6.
Neutrogena MakeUp Remover Cleansing Towelettes
Just as any other person, Kim also needs something to remove makeup with, and these wipes provide a perfect tool. They are gentle, effective and remove all your makeup for $3.
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
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This cleanser is one of Kim’s staples. It costs $10 and it smoothes and cleanses. It's a soap-free formula which means it won’t strip skin of its natural protective oils.
Bio Oil
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Kim uses this oil to prevent stretch marks – especially during her pregnancies. For $15, you can get this oil that has been clinically proven and dermatologist recommended for scars and stretch marks.
The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid Emulsion
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While this product is priced at $18 – slightly more than the $15 we promised – it’s still worth every penny. It slows Kim’s aging process and it’s one of the cheapest products on her list.
L'Oréal Paris Color Riche L'Extraordinaire Lipstick
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Kim loves this lipstick so much that she wore it on her wedding day in Nude Ballet shade. You can get it for $14.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
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This is what Kim Kardashian uses to accentuate her eyebrows which always look amazing. Although it is priced higher than $15, this is a product worth spending more on. This eyebrow pencil cost $21 on amazon.
Ardell Flare Individual Lashes
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In one of her app tutorials, Kim recommended these lashes as one of the best. They cost $12.
Covergirl Bombshell Intensity Liner
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In the same tutorial from above, Kim recommended this eyeliner as an excellent way to blend the lashes in. This eyeliner sells for $7.
Kim Kardashian skin routine
Kim Kardashian is known for using some really expensive products for her face, but she often says she loves the drugstore versions too.
She keeps to a routine but changes her products all the time because she likes to try out new things.
In her most recent interview, Kim shared that she uses Dr. Lancer Cleanser, followed by a hyaluronic acid and La Mer serum. She then applies thick moisturizer – either a Guerlain or Dr. Lancer one. After that, she starts with her makeup routine.
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While that used to involve 4 hours of putting the makeup on and thousands of dollars in product, she is now officially over contouring, even though she was one of the people leading the beauty charge with this trend.
Now she prefers a gentle blend between contouring and highlighting where she applies only the highlighters to certain places on the face and contours her nose.
The mentioned products are just some of the examples of what she uses, though her makeup artist said that he does use a lot of affordable products when he does her makeup.
What skin products does Kim Kardashian use?
Kim Kardashian loves trying out new products but the most essential ones she is using – and says will never give up – are in her makeup cabinet all the time.
She has a routine that she follows through no matter what. As a bonus, she sees multiple great results.
Her routine includes many serums – Dr. Barbara Hyaluronic Serum, Anti Aging Serum, La Mer Serum Essence with seaweed extract and almond oil and Guerlain Orchidee Imperiale Longevity Concentrate.
She also uses many facial oils like La Mer Renewal Oil and Anastasia Hydrating oil.
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She prefers products which provide long-term effect and are meant to be used for longer. However, she also says that she is not stuck up and that she loves using drugstore products equally – like those mentioned above.
Her complete makeup routine can cost up to $4500 sometimes. But, since she gave up the famous contouring, her routine costs a lot less.
Which mascara does Kim Kardashian use?
While you might think that Kardashians would use some ridiculously overpriced mascara, they actually use regular, drugstore mascara which costs $6.
In her app she recently posted that she loves the L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Mascara in the color of Carbon Black. Kim said that she has been using the mascara for years and that the color is perfect for her. She also praised how it really provides a proper lash lift, no spider effect and separates each lash nicely.
Kim likes that it’s versatile – one coat for a perfect everyday look or more coats for some night time drama.
It has a thin wand which makes it easy to apply – you can even apply it without a mirror.
Kim Kardashian may not be everyone’s favorite star but she definitely knows all about beauty and what’s good for your skin – just look at her. However, until now, we thought that the products she uses are unaffordable. Now we know better and we know that the products that Kim uses we can use too – not all of them, of course, but some, surely.
References
https://www.harpersbazaar.com.au/beauty/kim-kardashian-affordable-beauty-products-1-16261