If you've ever complained about your lipstick or eyeshadow fading, your problems are now solved. Inglot, a Polish-based brand, is all about uber-rich hues. "They have all of the beautiful neutrals as well as the eye-popping shades similar to those from NARS and YSL, but at a fraction of the price," says Stiles. "Plus, you buy all of the eyeshadows, $12, individually, so you can build you own palette. You know you never use all the colors in a quad shadow," says Stiles. Even better: Since the products are really pigmented, a little goes a long way.
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Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics
Most of us want our makeup to have skin-nourishing ingredients along with some SPF protection. With Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, you get both. The double-duty items benefit your complexion and look flawless. Mae says her top pick is the Natural Mineral Foundation, $42. "They are a great alternative to the regular liquid foundations, have good coverage, and are healthy for your skin," she says. "Plus, they leave a perfect matte finish without drying you out."
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Jouer
Hollywood is the epicenter of the stars, so it's no surprise that Stiles ended up finding some awesome locally-based makeup companies. She says she instantly fell in love with Los Angeles-based brand Jouer years ago and it's been a staple in her kit ever since. "I love their flattering lip glosses and their cream Cheek Tints, $20, especially Peony," she says. But the product she can't live without is definitely the Luminizing Moisture Tint, $38. "I use it to achieve that little bit of glow for an evening out, or I mix it with other foundations to make them luminous. It's also gorgeous on the body."
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Hourglass
California-based company Hourglass not only uses topnotch formulas, but their products come in really pretty packaging. "The packaging was actually the first thing that caught my eye, and then the shadow palettes kept me coming back," says Stiles. "But right now I'm obsessed with their Femme Rouge Lipstick, $30. The brights are deeply saturated and beautiful, perfect for the vibrant lip trend that's happening right now."
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Naked Cosmetics
Want a truly unique look? Florida-based company Naked Cosmetics is ideal for any DIY aficionados who love to create a custom shade. The Single Color Mineral Pigments, $14.99, "can be used as an eyeshadow, eyeliner, nail polish, or lipstick -- all you need is the mixing medium," says Mae. You can use the products on their own, or blend the pigments with products you already have. Learn how to mix your makeup here.
CoverGirl. Maybelline. MAC.
These are brands that every makeup-wearing girl knows and loves. We've been saying, "because I'm worth it" for years and have stayed loyal to the brands ruling our drugstores and department stores for good reason: They have tons of cult-classic items that have wowed us since we bought our first lipstick. Hey, it's easier to go with a label you trust than some underground brand you've never heard of, right?
But when you take a peek into a pro makeup artist's stash, there are always a few surprises along with the expected Dior mascara and NARS blush. In fact, their favorite picks are oftentimes the products none of us have heard of. The neon-colored lip gloss that'll stay on for hours, the No. 1 foundation from Japan, and the mouth-watering eyeshadow colors -- all from the best underground brands that make some truly mind-blowing products. These products are not only fun, but they even help fake better technique -- so much so that the pros typically stay tightlipped about their finds.
Just for you, we coaxed it out of them (it took some macaroons) and found out which underground brands and stellar products we should be stocking up on. See which budding companies will be the next big names in beauty.
