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The Real All-Star Makeup Bag Essentials from TotalBeauty's Top Reviews

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Eye Shadow:  MAC Eye Shadow, $15
TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.3*
Why it's number one: Why do reviewers think MAC eye shadows are top notch? "The pigmentation is good, the lasting power is good, and there are TONS of great colors!" says one TotalBeauty.com member. Reviewers agree that the amount of color available is one of their favorite things about this shadow. "They have colors available that I haven't even dreamed of," says one reviewer. "If you cannot find your color at MAC, you probably won't find it anywhere," says another. Reviewers also loved the blending element of these shadows -- they give eyes a "dramatic and clean look" that "doesn't smudge" and "is very long-lasting." They note that the shadows are "not cheap," but also say that "each little pan lasts for ages, even when used close to every day." Bottom line: "MAC will forever be my 'go to' for eye shadows," says one reviewer, a sentiment echoed by many others.

Runner Up: Urban Decay Matte Eyeshadow, $18

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TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.4*
Why it's number one: Called "the best eyeliner on the market" by a TotalBeauty.com member, this product is loved by many because it "stays put," is "silky smooth and long-wearing," and "doesn't fade or smear." Says one reader, "I've never been particularly good at applying liquid liner, but then I bought an Artliner and I can apply it perfectly." "It glides on well," and doesn't "flake or wear off," she adds. Reviewers acknowledge that it is pricey, but also say that it "lasts a long time" and "never dries out."

Runner Up: Mac Fluidline, $16

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TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.7*
Why it's number one: "What great coverage it has," says one reviewer. "All I did was lightly dust the red areas after putting sunscreen on and viola! No more red patches. It was like magic, not to mention, it stayed put throughout the day so I didn't even need to touch it up." Not only does it last, it also "works PERFECTLY to set your foundation or use alone." It "truly evens your skin tone and disguises imperfections without emphasizing lines. Most other powders I've used get stuck in the lines of my face, but not this one," says a TotalBeauty.com member.

Runner Up: Lancome Dual Finish Versatile Powder Makeup, $38

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Mascara: Dior Diorshow Iconic, $28.50
TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 8.8*
Why it's number one: Reviewers call this the "perfect mascara" because it "lengthens, separates, and slightly curls." One reviewer says the brush is "so great at coating individual lashes that it looks like [she's] not wearing mascara -- it looks like [she] just has naturally long, dark lashes." Another reviewer says this mascara is so good that she was asked if she was wearing extensions. Summed up: "This does exactly what mascara should do."

Runner Up: Clinique High Definition Lashes Brush Then Comb Mascara, $16

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Lip Liner: Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencil, $19
TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.4*
Why it's number one: "This is the best lip liner I have ever used," says one reviewer. "It goes on smoothly, is exact, and lasts!" Other reviewers say they love it because it "doesn't bleed or feather" and "glides on." They say that even the clear lip liner "helps lipstick last longer" and makes their lip color "more true to the color of the tube." Reviewers say, "it is worth every dime" after going through "several of another brand's lip liners to every one of these."

Runner Up: Rimmel London 1000 Kisses Stay On Lip Liner, $3.99

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BY EMILY WOODRUFF | SEP 23, 2013 | SHARES
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