In no particular order, these are some of the top necessities for spring 2015!

1. Water proof mascara: The last thing you want is to have dark rings around your eyes after being out in the nice weather all day; to prevent this, using a waterproof mascara will help your eyes and lashes looking fresh all day without running or smearing. (A swipe of Stila’s waterproof mascara on your lashes before applying your regular mascara will help keep your lashes curled and flake-free all day.)
2. BB or CC cream: beauty balm or color corrective cream. If you are not one to cake on foundation on the daily basis, a BB or CC cream may be more your style. These creams simply target redness or blemishes and give you an evened skin tone that feels just like skin! They also contain SPF to protect your skin from the sun for a few hours, what more could you ask for? (IT Cosmetics is well known for their CC cream found at your local ULTA Beauty)
3. Beauty Blender: This sponge will be a lifesaver to those who are heavy handed with their foundation; it is a well-known product to loyal Sephora customers and is the latest trend. All you do is dampen the sponge and pat it over your foundation to remove any excess product and even out your complexion. You will be amazed at how much more hydrated and healthy your skin will look. (Real Techniques offers a less expensive alternative called the miracle complexion sponge!)
4. Liquid/ Cream Highlighter: Instead of adding too many powder products to your face, which can end up looking cakey or even slide around in the warmer weather, try switching your powder highlighter to a liquid or cream. A liquid can be mixed into your foundation for a healthy glow all around. A cream can be placed on the high points of your face for a luminous finish. (Benefit Cosmetics has plenty of liquid/ cream highlighters for all skin types!)
5. Self-Tanner: A product like self-tanner may or may not intrigue you, however it is an essential to many. Self-tanning and bronzing products are highly popular to the industry nowadays; spending hours in the sun can be damaging to your skin overtime. If you have ever spent the day at the beach and still haven’t achieved your desired color, this is the product for you! (You can go for a deep bronze like St. Tropez bronzing mousse or opt for a natural glow like Victoria’s Secret bronzing lotion.)