Thanks to us lazy people, it’s easier than ever to multitask with a single product. (Just remember to sanitize brushes and avoid cross contamination if you use the same product on a lip then an eye.) While no two capsules are exactly the same, here are a few common elements that experts say comprise an ideal capsule makeup collection. The rounded tip on the dome brush is multifaceted and can be used beyond shadow work. It works to blend concealer, either on a specific spot or everywhere on tired skin tones. “We’ve become accustomed to big brushes, but these allow you more control,” says Menard. Since these don’t pick up a ton of product, you can be more strategic in using a highlighter, shading in the eye creases and contouring more precisely. On the other hand, a flat brush lets you multitask with ease. Optimize your eye pencil by picking up pigment to define brows or apply mascara to the bristle of the brush and use in lieu of liquid eyeliner. Since you’ll be using the brushes interchangeably, make sure to sanitize properly between uses and products. Menard swears by Cinema Secrets Makeup Brush Cleaner ($24; sephora.com) because of the quick dry-time. Alternatively, if you want to go lighter on concealer, a drop of moisturizer transforms it into a tint. According to Billy, the concealer formulation depends on how much coverage you need. Liquid works for light to medium coverage; creams, on the other hand, correct stubborn blemishes and create a polished, glam look. If you have shaky hands, mascara also works double duty as eyeliner. Menard suggests using a flat defining brush to transfer the mascara then stamp it along the lash lines (where you’d put fake lashes). “This adds weight to the lash line, creating the illusion of denser lashes,” she says. RELATED: The Surprising—and Significant—History of Red Lipstick
