Kendall Jenner is a renowned model and an attention-grabber in the fashion world, but she's more relatable than you might think. Especially when it comes to her makeup looks, Kendall isn't all picture-perfect pouts. Of course, we already know what Kylie and Kendall Jenner look like with no makeup on, but learning how they go from bare-faced to glam is always helpful.
But this time, we're skipping Kylie and heading straight to Kendall. After all, who wouldn't want to learn more about the makeup routine of 2020's top-earning model? Read on to find out about everything Kendall packs in her makeup bag (plus her makeup artists' tips for maximizing every look).
12 Kendall's A Big Fan Of Drugstore Makeup
It's true that Kendall Jenner is very different from her sisters, and one indication is that she literally ate a grilled cheese sandwich while filming a makeup tutorial. But she's also relatable to fans in that she uses products like Estée Lauder, explains Byrdie. In a recap of her two-minute Vogue makeup tutorial, the site reminded fans that Kendall's a spokesmodel for Estée Lauder, which explains why she's so keen on the brand.
11 She Likes Her Foundation Light And Non-Cakey
In her video tutorial, Kendall applies Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude Water Fresh Makeup to her face (mostly her t-zone) and neck. She says she "hates" when she has cakey makeup on, so she goes light with the application when she's doing her own makeup. After finishing with her foundation, Kendall used an unnamed concealer, mostly under her eyes. While we know Kendall likes catching ZZZs, the busy life of a model probably has her wishing for more hours.
10 When Traveling, Kendall Can't Go Without Lip Cream
In an interview with Allure, Kendall shared about her favorite makeup products of the moment. The model said her one must-have makeup item while traveling is a good lip balm. Her pick? A squeeze tube of Avene Cold Cream Lip Cream. Of course, that's when she's not wearing her signature red lip (or teasing sis Kylie Jenner over her lip kit promos).
9 Drugstore Buys Aren't Always Her Go-To
While Kendall likes using products from the beauty brand that signs her paycheck, she also uses more luxe makeup items. For example, she told Allure in 2019 that her go-to foundation is Armani Face Fabric, and that when she's wearing it, people can hardly believe she has any makeup on at all. Kendall loves the product so much that she responded it would be the one item in her makeup kit if she could only choose one.
8 Skincare Is Crucial: Get A Beauty Roller To Be Like Kendall
Her latest beauty purchase, as of the Allure interview, was a beauty roller, Kendall explained. She said she used one on set at a photo shoot and then found one she liked, so she bought it. Jade face rollers are a celeb staple, but they can also be affordable for everyday beauty gurus. And while you're exploring this holistic beauty trick, grab some crystals to "chill with" like Kendall does.
7 Her Makeup Artist Has Tricks Up Her Sleeve
In 2019, at least one of Kendall's makeup team members was makeup artist Mary Phillips. Of Mary, Kendall declared, "I die for Mary! She is a genius at contouring and making your face look alive and fresh and glowy." The secret? Combining a creamy highlighter with a powder highlighter for an extra glow. Since she does experience skin problems sometimes, Kendall values a strong base for her makeup looks, the model explained.
6 Starting With Healthy Skin Is Essential
Since Kendall has struggled with acne in the past (and she notes it keeps returning, usually with stress as a factor), she focuses on keeping her skin clean when she's not all done up. Her solution for acne is ProactivMD, an acne wash product. She also gets special treatment from ProactivMD: what she called an "acne fighting advanced retinoid" that the company doesn't sell over the counter. Too bad for fans who want to replace her flawless look!
5 Red Lipstick Is Always In Kendall's Makeup Bag
Tons of Kendall's self-proclaimed "favorites" are Estée Lauder products, which means her look is totally doable for everyday gals. She says her fave lipstick is the Limited Edition Pure Color Envy Matte Sculpting Lipstick in Restless. Unlike her sister Kylie's signature matte look, Kendall prefers brighter shades when she does don a lip color.
4 Kendall Doesn't Leave The House Without Mascara
Grazia confirms that Kendall doesn't leave the house without mascara. So, what product does the model swear by? Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara in Extreme Black, according to the mag. This beauty buy only costs $28, and you can grab the product at almost any store. Looking like Kendall might be easier than you thought, at least in terms of her gorgeous lashes. Although, her makeup artist did tell Byrdie that the secret to Kendall's look is multiple mascaras: one for lengthening and one for volume.
3 Bronzer Makes Everything Better (So Says The Model)
Kendall literally said that bronzer makes everything better, so fans shouldn't be surprised that her go-to product is the Bronze Goddess Powder Bronzer in Light. She likes the natural, sun-kissed color, says Grazia. Can you think of a time when the model didn't look like she was glowing? This must be her well-kept secret, especially because highlighter seems to be such a ubiquitous beauty tool.
2 Speaking Of Glowing, Kendall's All About It
Another favorite product to up Kendall's glow factor is the Limited Edition Pure Color Envy Blush in Luminizer. Grazia quotes Kendall as saying she loves the natural and fresh look that helps her natural skin look even better. But her makeup artist also uses Smashbox gel primer to help pre her skin beforehand, which makes everything look smooth and natural (even when it's not).
1 Eyebrows Matter (But Kendall Doesn't DIY Anymore)
Part of Kendall's quick makeup video for Vogue involved Estée Lauder Brow Multi-Tasker. While she put the product on, Kendall explained that when she was younger, she embraced the thin-eyebrow trend, much to her sisters' annoyance. After her older sibs banned all tweezers from the house, Kendall never touched her own eyebrows again. We're sure she has an expert for that now, but her brow makeup helps keep her looking fresh in the meantime.