Using the right tools for your hair and cosmetic needs can make a huge difference in the quality of the outcome. We’ve selected a few “basics” that every girl should have in her beauty arsenal. We’ve also included a couple of interesting and innovative items that should make becoming the beautiful you - quick and pain free.  

Frederic Fekkai Large Round Brush $65.00 www.sephora.com

The Round Brush provides maximum styling control while blow-drying. Handmade in France to Frederic’s specifications, its uniquely designed handle of European olive wood offers a comfortable, non-slip grip that controls hair static for smooth, straight hair. Can be used on all hair types, but is perfect for curling ends under or adding volume and bounce.

Conair Infiniti Cord-Keeper Tourmaline Ionic Styler $39.99  www.walgreens.com

Three heat and two speed settings makes drying your hair a snap. The high torque DC motor allows for faster drying. Comes with a diffuser for curly and wavy styles. We love the “cord keeper” for easy and clutter free storage.

Bobbi Brown Basic Brush Collection

$175.00 www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com

The essential brush set for a quick application and professional-looking results. Includes six brushes: Concealer, Foundation, Face Blender, Eye Shadow, Eye Liner and Eye Brow. Brushes are tucked into a portable black case. This is a terrific brush set if you don’t already use makeup brushes. (Don’t forget the brush cleaner.)

Sephora Eyebrow Trimmer/Brush $18.00 www.sephora.com

Brow scissors with a genius comb attachment that acts as a guide to prevent over trimming. The comb can be removed to transform these unique shears into trimming scissors.  Comb through brows in the opposite direction of the hair growth for best results.

Instyler Rotating Hot Iron Hair Styler $89.99 www.dillards.com

The amazing rotating hot iron offers new hair-styling technology that simply makes your old flat iron obsolete. The rotating hot iron straightens, curls and styles faster than ever before with less frying, drying heat. The secret to the Instyler lies in its rotating polishing cylinder and four rows of precision-aligned bristles. As your hair glides through the Instyler the gentle heat and rotating barrel polishes each hair strand individually, giving you incredible shine and style.

MAC Pencil Sharpener Duo  $6.50 www.maccosmetics.com

This double-sided pencil sharpener features two openings: one small, one large, allowing for higher efficiency. Both work quickly and easily to ensure precision points. Comes in its own clear zip-lock style bag.  Sounds simple, but effective and time saving.

Hana Professional Pink Edition 1-Inch Ceramic Tourmaline Flat Iron $140.00 www.amazon.com

The HANA Professional flat iron features Advanced Fusion Molding for reinforced tourmaline ceramic plates that are glass-smooth & durable. Tourmaline, a precious mineral, generates intense negative ions (right) conditioning damaged hair follicles for healthy, frizz-free shine that lasts.

Sephora Lash Application Kit $25.00 www.sephora.com

A false-eyelash starter set. This kit includes all the tools and instructions you need to start using false eyelashes. Get ready to flaunt some fab fringe!

Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler $19.00 www.sephora.com

Perfectly measured and finely balanced, the Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler is designed to ensure superior functionality and performance. The upgraded silicone pad in a new “mushroom” shape provides a protective, stay-put edge for improved safety and optimum curl. The patented hinge is specifically engineered to apply the perfect amount of pressure on eyelashes while the calculated shape, size of frame length and ergonomic handles ensure stability and control, while the curved angle suits all eye shapes.

Tweezerman – Slant Tweezer $20.00 www.tweezerman.com

The perfectly aligned, hand-filed tips are slanted to grab every hair, every time with the smoothest, true precision. In classic stainless steel or stainless steel with enamel color finishes. The BEST tweezers on the market!

Billyb Beauty Lash/Brow Groomer $19.00 www.billybbeauty.com

No more loose lashes and unruly eyebrows. This chic compact folding lash/brow groomer is the perfect tool to make sure every hair is in place for that professional look every time. Conveniently closes to keep both the brush and the comb protected and clean.  (We love Mississippi native and make-up artist to the stars – Billy B!)