If I were to lose my whole makeup bag, these are the 12 products I would replenish before the New Year.

      As much as I would love to be one of those stylish people with a perfectly curated makeup routine featuring just five essential products, my cosmetic bag is literally overflowing with tubes, compacts, and pots of color. (I must admit, I’ve broken a few zippers in my attempts to close the overstuffed bags.) I’ll give myself some grace since testing the latest makeup formulas is part of my job, but it’s clear that I’m not a minimalist. However, let’s imagine, for the sake of discussion, that my crammed makeup bag were lost, misplaced, or somehow vanished (as clutter often does). After spending about three business days grieving over the loss of my long-held collection—which includes some limited-edition gems I would truly miss—I would then focus on replenishing my absolute must-have products. What are those key items? I’m glad you asked: Keep scrolling to discover my 12 must-have repurchases. No, I still wouldn’t be a minimalist, but these are the crucial products I can’t imagine giving up.

      **Victoria Beckham Beauty - The Foundation Drops**

      Are they pricey? Yes. Are they worth it? Absolutely. For base products, I need a lightweight, breathable formula that effectively conceals discoloration without looking cakey, and this serum-like texture checks all the boxes. It’s like Goldilocks for me—perfectly sheer while still providing enough coverage, which is rare in the skin tint category. With suspended pigments that create a mesh-like layer over my skin, this formula is my go-to for achieving a "butter" skin finish. I use it daily but can build it up for more glamorous looks. I wore it to an outdoor summer wedding, and it held up beautifully all night.

      **Hourglass - Vanish Airbrush Concealer**

      This is my forever favorite concealer. I’ve tried countless formulas over the years, yet I always return to this full-coverage option. (I use the shade Cotton, if you're interested.) It’s excellent for both under-eye circles and blemishes due to its creamy texture and microspherical powders that blur and brighten. It’s hydrating enough to keep my under-eyes looking plump and bright (never cakey) while still being matte enough to avoid slipping off pimples and appearing patchy.

      In all honesty, I never received compliments on my brows until I started using this pencil. It’s a hybrid between a pencil and a pomade, featuring a precise tip for fine, hair-like strokes and a flat edge to fill in sparse areas. I get my brows tinted every six weeks since they are quite sparse and light, but this product helps extend the time between appointments significantly. I use the shade Cool Dark Brown paired with a gray brow gel (trust me), and my brows always look freshly done.

      **Tom Ford - Shade and Illuminate Cream Contour Duo**

      I’ve converted multiple friends, coworkers, and my mother to this award-winning Tom Ford palette. I was a bit late to discover it myself, finally trying it last year after hearing Rita Ora rave about it as a makeup-bag essential, and I couldn’t be more pleased I finally got my hands on it. Not a day goes by that I don’t apply the creamy contour beneath my cheekbones and on my eyelids, sometimes even without any other base product. It’s truly all I need to appear polished.

      **Refy - Dual Ended Complexion Brush**

      My makeup bag must include a high-quality brush, and if I had to choose just one to repurchase, it would be this dual-ended brush from Refy. The smaller, rounded end is fantastic for buffing concealer under my eyes, perfectly spreading the pigment. The larger, fluffy brush blends foundation and blush effortlessly with a soft-focus effect. When I’m short on time or feeling lazy, I’ll use this single brush for my entire face: skin tint, concealer, contour, blush, and even eyeshadow.

      If you know me, you know I’m obsessed with Tower 28's Oneliner in the shade Work of Art. No other eyeliner has matched this rosy-brown tone—and trust me, I’ve tried many! I even wore it on my wedding day, and my makeup artist was so impressed with how natural it looked on my slightly over-lined lips that she ordered it for her collection immediately.

      **Violette_FR - Bisou Balm Sheer Matte Lipstick**

      Naturally, I need some lip color, right? Lip products are like blushes (you can never have too many, in my opinion), but if I were to restock my collection one at a time, I’d start with this versatile lipstick-balm hybrid. The sheer-matte finish gives my lips a beautiful "just-kissed" effect and is very forgiving. I can apply it without a mirror (which I’ve done) and it still looks intentionally chosen. I wouldn’t expect anything