Let’s be real and take a moment to admit that we’ve all taken about 10 selfies before we settle on the one we’re going to post on Instagram. It’s all about the perfect angle, lighting and then filter selection. You’re probably smiling because you know we’re right — the photo-sharing app has given us the ability to swipe our way to a better version of ourselves. But with the right beauty products, you can achieve a photogenic you in all of your snaps. Here are some makeup finds that will help you be camera-ready without the help of an obvious filter.
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Complexion Perfection
This first-of-its-kind primer-like skin smoothing cream is like a Rise filter for your face. The texture instantly blurs any fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone and pores, leaving skin matte and ready for its close-up.
L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Miracle Blur Instant Skin Smoother Finishing Cream, $19.99 at Drugstore.com
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Lighting Check
Bad lighting? No problem. This palette includes three different multidimensional shades for a luminous glow that won't fall flat.
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette, $58 at Bergdorf Goodman
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Conceal with Color
Opt for a colored concealer to target your main concern: Green will neutralize redness, yellow helps even out skin tone and pink will hide dark blue and purple areas.
NYX Concealer Wand in Green, $5 at NYX Cosmetics; NARS Concealer in Pear, $24 at Sephora; Make Up For Ever Lift Concealer in Pink Beige, $25 at Sephora
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Illuminate Features
If you're not contouring for your close-up, then make sure to have this handy to give a little sheen to the top of your cheekbones, temples and the inner corners of your eyes.
RMS Beauty Living Luminizer, $38 at RMS Beauty
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Eyebrows on Fleek
There's nothing like bad eyebrows to ruin the entire look of your face, so don't forget to define those arches with light strokes using a pencil to achieve a natural look.
Lancôme Les Sourcils Définis, $26 at Sephora
