A makeup kit is more than just eye shadow, blush, and foundation. Most don’t take into account the incidentals and extras they'll need to make sure their bases are covered on their first important job. We’ve got a list of things every pro should pack in their kit!
Q-tips, Sponges, Tissues, Hand Sanitizer, Makeup Wipes, and Mascara Wands
To be sanitary and make sure you're not putting anything contaminated on your client's face, you'll need disposables for applying and touching up makeup.
Business cards
Much of freelancing is word-of-mouth, so be prepared to hand out business cards so your client can spread the word about your amazing work.
Camera
Be sure to have a camera handy so you can snap photos of the work you've done. Having a portfolio of past work lets potential clients see what you can do.
Pencil sharpener, mirror, tweezers, brush cleaner, and bobby pins
You'll need these to help you apply the makeup in your kit. Don't leave home without them!
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Feb 18, 2013
Miriel M.
nice!
Feb 04, 2013
Leah B.
Great and useful tips c:
Jan 25, 2013
Mouse P.
great tips very helpful and nice
Jan 22, 2013
Octavia F.
thanks for the tip
Dec 16, 2012
Erin W.
You all have hityt every point I was wondering about! Thanks
Nov 12, 2012
Kristin M.
I'm with Yasmin on this one. Thanks for posting!
Sep 28, 2012
Doriane N.
Don't forget gum or mints....wouldn't want to offend clients or vice versa!
Sep 28, 2011
Lu S.
Also, it's great to have different types of Q-tips. You can buy some which have two different ends: one is pointed and the other flat (similar to a flat eye shadow brush) and they're great if you want to do a more controlled clean-up (if needed) =)
Sep 26, 2011
HaileySin R.
a big over sized mans dress shirt, when doing special events especially weddings, cuz you never know, you may show up to do the makeup and the bride already be in her dress, this way you can just get her to put the button up on over her dress ( it wont mess her hair and its easy to take off ) and you dont need to worry about fall off or anything getting on the dress or outfit
Sep 27, 2011
Ashley G.
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Kelsey B.
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Lisa U.
Sep 26, 2011
Jamie D.
scissors!!!!