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After priming, Matthew Waitesmith, a makeup artist and founder of Artis, said to use makeup that will create a “blurring effect” by minimizing the “textures and patterns” on your skin. To test whether a product will create this effect or will instead enhance the look of wrinkles, Waitesmith recommended putting “a little layer of product on the palm of your hand” and assessing whether the creases on your palm appear more or less prominent. “If you see a more defined skin patte

Liquid and gel cleansers run the risk of spilling in your suitcase, but brush cleaning wipes like this 30-count option from Artis help keep your tools clean anytime, anyplace. You'll still need to deep clean your brushes with something heftier later, but these handy wipes are great if you need to clean up in a hurry. (Pro tip: Pack them in your carry-on if you feel like giving your brushes a clean while onboard.)

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This small but mighty ergonomic brush set contains all the essentials: From professional-level makeup brushes to thoughtful brush-cleaning wipes—which makes it especially ideal for any aspiring makeup artist. Number of brushes included: Five Types of brushes included: Elite Oval 7 Mirror Brush, Elite Oval 6 Mirror Brush, Elite Oval 4 Mirror Brush, Elite Linear 1 Mirror Brush, Elite Circle 1R Mirror Brush