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It's exciting to find a product that makes your beauty routine easier, makes your makeup or hairstyle last longer, or a new and innovative formula, but with so many new items being released all the time, it can help to have a beauty bestie to tell you what is worth trying. That's where we come in! At Camera Ready, it’s our goal to find those standout products and share them with you so you can experience the magic for yourself!   This month, our top picks include a wide range of skincare, hair care, and beauty products that help keep us feeling our best, so keep reading to learn more about them! Our April 2024 Top Picks Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Chelsie's Top Picks Back in 2022, the original Inglot PLAYINN Soap Brow was my top pick of the year. However, Inglot has answered all my brow prayers and released a brown version! I've always enjoyed the Inglot Soap Brow because it has more of a jelly-like texture allowing it to be more flexible, and it does not require any water to be activated. The softer texture gives me more play time to shape my brows, and it NEVER looks crunchy or stiff! This new brown version gives me great hold AND adds definition to my brow hairs, and I don't ever have to worry about having that white cast some other brow soaps can give. My second top pick this month caught me as a surprise because I haven’t played with any of NYX’s complexion products in a while. However, the serum aspect drew me in because I have drier skin. The NYX Bare With Me Serum Concealer is unbelievably lightweight and smooth, offers medium to full coverage, and packs a bigger punch than I originally anticipated. It’s perfect for no-makeup makeup or if you just prefer a lighter consistency! Courtney's Top Picks My top picks this month are all about complexion! The Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder Ultra-Blur is lightweight, glides on smoothly to minimize the appearance of pores, and gives your skin a refined and velvety texture. It’s your skin but better. My skin looks flawless when I pair it with Jason Wu Beauty’s Magic Potion 5 primer. The non-greasy texture ensures comfortable wear throughout the day, and its quick absorbing nature makes it an effortless addition to any beauty routine. . August's Top Picks The R+Co Dart Pomade Stick is a pocket-sized weapon to tame unruly hair, and it has been my favorite find this year - it goes with me everywhere! I use it almost daily to tame the frizz around my roots and make myself look a tiny bit neater. It has a super subtle outdoorsy scent and is also perfect for creating and touching up any slick back styles I’ve also been loving the Blend Bunny Cosmetics Lip Oil in the shade Love Bite. It’s so hydrating and has the perfect amount of pigment. It’s kind of sheer, so it’s cute by itself, but I adore it over my other fav lip combos to take them to the next level! Brendan's Top Picks Danessa Myricks Beauty Blurring Balm Powder is so great because it applies effortlessly on the skin and perfects it without looking like you’re wearing makeup. This is great for people who just want a flawless finish without looking done up. My second top pick is Indie Lee Coconut Citrus Scrub. It’s great for a self-care moment, has great ingredients, smells wonderful, and leaves the skin refreshed, bright, and prepped for the day. Liz's Top Picks Face Atelier’s Glass Skin Water Powder is by far the most unique powder I have ever tried. It creates a cooling sensation when you apply it and feels wet to the touch even though it's a powder. I also love how it doesn't accentuate the texture on my skin and creates a flawless finish. I don't even know how to put into words how this powder has blown me away. I have struggled with my skin and hormonal breakouts for as long as I can remember. After I had kids and hit 30, it was worse than ever. I have tried every product you can think of, and while my skin behaved for the most part, I still experienced monthly, hormonal breakouts that were more annoying than anything. I was curious about KOVO's Tumeric + Face Cleanser when the co-founder first introduced me to it. I started using it, but I wasn't sure it was making a difference after the first few uses. I continued to use it and decided to try Skin1004 Centella Soothing Cream as I heard great things about it. I started to notice a huge difference in my skin. If I ran out of one of these products and used something else in place of it, the hormonal breakouts would resurface. I have been using both products for the last 6 months, and I can't imagine switching to anything else. I love how they make my skin feel and look in winter or summer! Morgan's Top Picks I love using the Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer - Illuminating. It's lightweight, smooth, and gives my skin a radiant glow. I like to mix it with my sunscreen, and it looks great on its own. For my hair, R+Co's Grasp Intense Holding Shaping Balm provides excellent hold without making my hair look crunchy or like I piled on a bunch of products. I really enjoy using it to style my curls, slick back my hair, or on my kid's thin fly-away hair. Jess's Top Picks Last year, IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel was one of my top picks, and the IGK Rich Kid Wave Enhancing Air-Dry Cream helps me live my best hair life every day! This product oozes luxury while serving all the justice to my natural wave pattern. A staple in my haircare routine forever. As a no-makeup-makeup girly, good brows are key. I love the quick application and range of shades of the West Barn Co. Brow Pomade, but most importantly, the WATERPROOF 💦 factor for a long, smudge-free wear 🙌. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring our top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

Our talented crew of makeup artists, industry professionals, & performers rely on high-performance makeup and beauty products both in their personal lives and while out on the job, so their top picks are the tried and true products you can trust. In this blog, we're featuring their must-have makeup products and why they love them! The Top Picks Short on time? Here are some of their top picks, but to learn more about each of them, keep reading! Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Carissa St. Clair's Top Picks: The Makeup For Ever HD Skin All in One Palettes are a new addition to my collection and I am kicking myself for not buying them sooner! The versatility of this product is really the selling point; you can use it for foundation, concealer, cream contour, blush, lipstick, etc.! Another tool I can’t believe I ever lived without is the Sigma "my everything brush” - aka the Sigma F47 Multitasker. It’s an angled natural hair makeup brush and it is AMAZING for foundation. It really gives you a flawless finish and I cannot put it down! . Kathy O'Connor's Top Picks: The Blend Bunny Cosmetics Forget Me Not Palette is such a staple in my routine! Such a bendable and easy to work with face and eye pallete! It is full of gorgeous cool and warm tones and beautiful shimmers. The formulas are stunning, and it has quickly become an everyday product for me! If you’re looking for a full coverage creamy concealer that has minimal creasing, you need to try Jouer's Essential High Coverage Liquid Concealer - it's the product is for you! I use multiple shades of this concealer with each look I do to create a flawless and dimensional base. If you’re a full glam kind of person, this product will change your life! Kristen Fiori's Top Picks: The Cinema Secrets Brush Cleaner is the easiest and most effective way I've found to clean my brushes! It instantly cleans them and the best part is that you don't need to rinse them or let them dry! As for setting spray, Ben Nye Final Seal is INTENSE in the best way possible! Your makeup will not budge no matter how oily or sweaty your skin is. This is a staple for my clients in the hot summer months when I need their makeup to last 12+ hours! Anyssa Surprenant's Top Picks: My ultimate favorite product at CRC is the Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation. It gives the perfect healthy natural glow while easily buildable for a full coverage base without looking cakey. It’s my perfect go to for my every day make up AND game day/performance makeup. Another favorite, I absolutely cannot live without is the RCMA No Color Powder. This is another staple in my makeup bag with so many different uses. From my everyday powder for filter-like skin, to keeping my game day make up set in place for hours through dancing, sweating, rain, the hot sun, you name it. I also use it to bake body make-up, specifically my tattoo cover up, perfectly blends and stays all day! Meet the Camera Ready Creators Last year, we proudly introduced our Camera Ready Creators Program and wanted to share some of their top picks, too, since they all specialize in a specific form of artistry. Click here to learn more about their specialties & how makeup and beauty products play a role in their careers. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring more top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

All year, our team has been trying new products to make sure we are only bringing you the best products that actually work, so naming products the Best of the Year is a responsibility we take very seriously! From new skincare to hair care and all the beautiful products in between, we have tried some incredible products in 2023. Of all the things we tried, these are the ones we keep going back to time after time. That's why they are our top picks of 2023, PLUS learn about our Camera Ready Creators' Top Picks for the. year! Our 2023 Top Picks Here are a few of our top picks, but to learn more about each of them, keep reading, or click here to see (and shop!) more 2023 favorites! Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Chelsie's Top Picks Living in an area with lots of hard water, finding an exfoliant for my scalp is an absolute must. I'm a morning hair washer and always in a rush, so I appreciate products that save me time. With R+Co Submarine Water-Activated Enzyme Exfoliating Shampoo, I can skip the extra step and just use this two-in-one! One of the things I appreciate most about this is that it contains fruit-based AHA's instead of beads for exfoliation. Not only does this make it gentler on my scalp, but it also takes it a step further as a chemical exfoliant compared to physical exfoliants! It effectively refreshes and exfoliates my scalp without leaving my hair feeling dry or stripped. It's like giving my scalp a spa treatment right in my shower, especially with its calming and refreshing scent, and the fact that it's sulfate-free is a huge plus! Brows tend to be the most important part of my personal routine, so I'm always looking for that extra detail! First, I use a pencil to fill in any sparse areas and then I follow up with a tinted brow gel to enhance my brow hairs as I typically like to go for that "fluffy" look. Unlike other brow mascaras, the NYX Thick It Stick It Brow Gel is pretty opaque and doesn't dry too quickly nor leave a "crunchy" feeling, which is perfect for pairing with my brow soap! What I also really love is that it deepens the color of my brow hairs, adds thickness with its fibers, and keeps everything in place without looking clumpy! And the best part? It's super quick and easy to apply, making it ideal for those busy days when I only have time for one step! It's definitely become essential to my brow routine and has quickly become my new favorite! Courtney's Top Picks As someone with sensitive skin, finding the right skincare product can be a tough task. However, I found Bioderma Sensibio Foaming Gel, and it's nothing short of a revelation. Dealing with a combination skin type—extremely dry in winter and excessively oily in summer—this product has been a game-changer for me, regardless of the season. During the harsh winter months, it provides the necessary hydration to combat dryness, while in the summer, it manages excess oil production remarkably well, keeping my skin balanced and refreshed. My second top pick for 2023 is a total game-changer for my hair routine. As a first time Mom to a one-year-old, I don’t always have time to blow-dry and style my hair. As soon as I jump out of the shower, I run R+Co Cool Wind PH Perfect Air Dry Creme this through my hair and just let it air dry. The pH Perfect technology seems to be the secret sauce here—keeping my hair frizz fee and healthy-looking without weighing it down. Overall, I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a convenient, effective, and gentle solution to effortless styling. . August's Top Picks West Barn Co Soap Brow is an absolute essential for any occasion! It holds my brows perfectly in place all day and night without leaving a trace of residue. Whether you're rocking a natural, no-makeup look or going all out with your favorite brow products, this little gem is your perfect partner in crime for taming your brows. I've also been loving Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Serum Skin Tint. With just the perfect amount of coverage and a gorgeous dewy finish that looks just like your skin but better this is always my top tint pick. It also layers seamlessly with other base products to customize your perfect finish! And here's the cherry on top - it has a vegan and skincare infused formula, so you can feel great about what you're putting on your skin. Calvin's Top Picks As a makeup artist, I have high standards for my top picks, and Blend Bunny Cosmetics Machina Palette exceeded them. You can let youur imagination run free with this multi-textured, ultimately pigmented palette. Go grunge, Go Glam and everything inbetween. If it's LEWKS you want to give for Christmas, then it's time to Slay! When it comes to the finishing touch to your routine, Made By Mitchell Liquid Highlighter Drip Drip brings you the ultimate way to glow, glimmer and shine. Plus, it's multi-purpose. Add it to eyes for a mind-blowing glitter lid, drip drop it on your cheekbones for a highlight that can be seen from space and don't forget to mix drip drip into your lipgloss for the most metallic-glitter lip you've ever seen. Shine Baby Shine!!! Liz's Top Picks I have heard about Made by Mitchell for the last couple of years as it bloomed in the UK, but when we launched it this past year, I instantly fell in love. They have so many great products, but I really love the versatility and wear of the Blursh. It's easy to blend and stays all day. It packs a punch, so I work with it by applying a little at a time. I honestly have a shade in this for every mood and sometimes pop it on my lips for a quick touch of color. I feel like body makeup is such a hard thing to truly find. Most have shimmer and/or the colors never work for my pale skin. Tinge has been a game changer. They have a range of colors that I'm impressed by, and it feels like nothing is one. It helps even out my arms and legs for special occasions, and I love that it has skin care properties. This is hands down the best body makeup I have ever tried. I can't rave about it enough. Morgan's Top Picks Finding an affordable moisturizer for my dry skin is a challenge. However, with Skin1004 Centella Soothing Cream, my skin has transformed! I absolutely love every product they create! This moisturizer glides on smoothly and keeps my skin hydrated longer than other products I have tried. I appreciate that it also provides a barrier to help lock in moisture and fight against environmental factors. Mascara is an essential makeup item for me. I can't leave the house without it. The Esum Mascara stays put and does not smudge throughout the day. It is also easy to remove and gives me an effortless look. Jess's Top Picks As a self-proclaimed hair product snob, who has frizz fa’ days, my hopes were not high for IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel. Yet, here I am, 6 months later, fully HOOKED. This product has been entered into my hair-care routine, and I don’t foresee it leaving any time soon! IGK knocked this one out of the park for those of us who prefer to let our locks airdry while simultaneously giving off the impression that we worked hard for hair this good. If you’re a sensitive skin babe who loves a good 5-minute natural look makeup routine and hates getting sunburnt - Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45 was created for you! My favorite “I’m late but still need to slap something on my face to not scare people in public” staple product, which I use alone just to run errands, or as a fantastic primer. My favorite part about this product is how well it tones down my redness, and is so lightweight you can’t even tell it’s on! Camera Ready Creators' Top Picks This year, we proudly introduced our Camera Ready Creators Program and wanted to share some of their top picks, too, since they all specialize in a specific form of artistry. Carissa St. Clair's Top Picks:  As a makeup artist that specializes in bridal I tend to gravitate towards long wearing products and neutral tones. I have tried countless products and brands over the years and I have to say my tried and true products that I will forever repurchase are the Face Atelier color adjusters, Embryolissee Lait Crème concentrate and the Make Up For Ever HD skin foundation. As a makeup artist that works on all skin tones the Face Atelier color adjusters are a godsend!! They ensure you get a PERFECT color match and can be mixed with so many different foundations! Jurnee Gabriel's Top Picks:  If there’s one product that I know will save me in a pinch, it’s Danessa Myricks Colorfix. They’re essentially multipurpose makeup paints that can be used everywhere! I mean what product do you know that can go from color corrector, to bleached brows, lipliner, or colored mascara? The list doesn’t end! A new love for me is that Senna Cosmetics Mini SlipCover Cream to Powder Palette. These other blush palettes simply cannot compete! I have every shade on hand to mimic my clients’ natural flush. Plus the cream to powder formula is perfect for the low maintenance girlies. Kathy O'Conner's Top Picks:  NOTHING delivers the same amount of coverage like Kryolan Professional Make-Up TV Paint Stick! An absolute staple for all of the full coverage and drag girlies! Other must-haves are Inglot AMC Gel Liner in 77 (THE blackest eyeliner on the market. The only liner that will not crease, and stays on until you scrub it off!) and Ben Nye Final Seal Matte Sealer. Kristen Fiori's Top Picks:  The MYKITCO On Point Sharpener is something that you don't realize you need until you have it! I now have two backups just in case I misplace it because it's that good! It's truly the best sharpener I've ever tried - perfectly sharpens pencils with precision and holds all the shavings to keep everything neat. It's pure perfection! The Danessa Myricks Groundwork Palette is hands down my favorite new product this year! The palette's array of neutral shades is breathtaking, and each shade comes in both pomade and powder form. This versatile palette is usable for eyebrows, eyeshadow, eyeliner, contour, lips - you name it, the possibilities are endless! Michael Harris's Top Picks: The Bdellium Tools Golden Triangle Brushes for Eyes 788GT is a great brush for blending concealer and getting in those nooks and crannies of the face! I do a ton of weddings and special events and sometimes those events start early in the morning, so I love using Melanie Mills Hollywood Super Lite Long Lasting Sealing Spray - it makes the make up bulletproof. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring our top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

Our February Top Picks are in, and they include a beautiful assortment of products for everyday use! To view past years' favorites, you can always view past Staff Top Picks blogs or our curated collections of 2022 and 2021 favs. To learn more about what we've been loving this month (and why) keep reading! If you prefer to view all of our products in one place, visit our collection of 2023 Top Picks! Chelsie's Top Picks I've been highly anticipating the Sonia Roselli launch, and one of the first items I picked out was the Water Elixir Skin Prep! I've been using it for a few weeks now and I'm already SO in love with it! It's so lightweight and soothing, calms inflammation quickly, and absorbs into my skin almost instantly. I love that it doubles as a serum AND moisturizer. It adds some much needed hydration and helps to build up my skin barrier (check out our Sonia Roselli Live, if you haven't already!). My skin feels so soft, plump, and dewy after using it, and I've noticed a considerable improvement in my skin texture. It's the perfect product to use before makeup, as it gives my skin a lovely, glowing base! I can't wait to use it on my clients and models! I absolutely LOVE the Indie Lee CoQ-10 Toner - it's quickly become one of my go-to products! When I'm having an especially dry day (pretty much every day lately), I quickly spritz some of this on to get an instant boost of moisture. I love that it contains hyaluronic acid, my favorite ingredient, to provide continuous hydration, but what really makes this toner stand out is that it also protects and primes your skin with antioxidants and refreshing ingredients (thank you CoQ10 and Chamomile). Plus, it's a super-fine mist so it doesn't interfere with my makeup! Overall, this toner is perfect for keeping your skin hydrated, refreshed and protected throughout the day! August's Top Picks I am totally obsessed with Danessa Myricks' Vision Flush! As a no-makeup makeup fanatic, this is the perfect product to add some color onto your face. I'm personally in love with shade Ballet Slippers and use it as blush whenever I can along with a pop on my eyes. It is super soft, creamy, and incredibly pigmented. A few taps covers everything I need. I also love love love the Dose of Colors Velvet Mousse Lipsticks. They have a range of gorgeous deep colors (my fav is Spicy) that are highly pigmented and a super soft non-drying formula. These are my go to for date night and will last through it all while still being super comfortable on your lips! Holly's Top Picks I am slowly transitioning my makeup routine to all cream products and the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Blush has become my newest obsession! Every shade is so beautiful and flattering. It's so easy to blend and dries down very nicely - I don't even need to set it with a powder blush. I love wearing them when I do a very natural makeup look to keep my face looking fresh and radiant! My second pick for the month is one I've been wanting to buy for a while and am so glad I caved! I never felt like I needed to invest in a nice makeup light to do my skincare and makeup until I came across the Glamcor RIKI Skinny LED Vanity Mirror. It truly has changed my morning and night routine! It is so nice to sit down in the morning in front of great lighting to do my skincare/makeup while sipping on my morning coffee! Talk about self care! It is also super easy to travel with considering the size. I am IN LOVE with this light. Calvin's Top Picks I know a great lipstick formula when I see one, and the new Make Up For Ever Artist Rouge Nudes are amazing. Longwear, highly pigmented, a beautiful and line smoothing soft matte finish, super lightweight on the lips, AND a nude for all skin tones? This revolutionary formula is the answer to lip color. Swipe, Swipe, Go!!! Since skin prep is an essential step of my job as a makeup artist, I had to name the Rituel de Fille Thorn Milk Hydrating Skin Mist as my second top pick (one of my coworkers selected it last month, but it's just that good that it needs to be name a top pick again)! I have extremely dry skin, so I like to test products on myself to see how they'll perform on clients with similar skin types, and knowing how the product performs all day is also the best way to elevate your artistry. Great makeup artists will know how the products will look all day/night long. This makes my feel hydrated, healthy and relaxed. I use it on clients right before all other skin prep just to give that layer of hydration to the skin so that it's not soaking up all the other products.   Liz's Top Picks Even though I've curated the best skincare routine (thanks to having the best brands to choose from at work!), there are times my skin doesn't like to behave. It has texture and some spots that are prone to being oily while others want to be bone dry. When Sonia Roselli told me about her Water Oil Skin Prep, I was intrigued, but I have to say that it's really one of a kind. It's lightweight and locks in hydration. My skin is left with less texture and feels balanced. Plus, it makes my life on the go easier and helps me look flawless when I wear makeup. Hands down a must-have for my every day essentials. Apparently, I am on an oil kick right now, and R+Co's Mirror Smoothing Oil has made a huge difference in my hair. I have long, fine, wavy hair with bleached ends and oily roots. I have been trying to find the perfect thing to make my hair dazzle even though it needs a trip to the salon ASAP. I have found some really amazing products, but I ALWAYS have issues with my ends getting dry and frizzy within a day of a fresh wash. I started using R+Co's Mirror Smoothing Oil about a month ago, and it has changed my game. I use it on my ends when my hair is wet, and I also touch up with it when it's dry. Since I started using it, I haven't felt like my ends are dry. If they start to feel like they need a drink, I grab more oil and give it some love. It's lightweight, so it doesn't weigh down my hair at any point and my hair is glossier than ever. I started using it on my daughter's hair and have seen a huge difference in how healthy her hair looks. I don't know if I can ever live without it now. Morgan's Top Picks I love products that help me get ready and out the door in minimal time, so Sydney Grace's Cream Shadows have been my go to! They come in a variety of gorgeous shades that suit any look from subtle to bold! It is true that they are smudge proof, but they will easily wash off with a cleanser! Theylast the entire day without creasing or moving. Unlike some other cream shadows, you have some time to work with before it dries to ensure you're happy with the look, and a little goes a long way. Warm Glow is my favorite color. It's definiely a must-try for cream shadow lovers. My second favorite this month is Grande Cosmetics Lash Serum. Lash serum is an excellent way to repair lash damage caused by mascara, extensions, and false lashes. Grande Cosmetics has the best serum on the market right now. You have to be consistent in order to see the results of thicker and more lashes, but it is well worth it! Jess's Top Picks If you’re a naturally wavy/curly girl - I HIGHLY suggest this Oribe Apres Beach Wave and Shine Spray! I like to do the *bare minimum* when it comes to styling my hair. After a shower, I towel dry, add some leave-in and curl product, then braid my hair when damp overnight. When I wake up, I take the braid out, run my fingers through the waves, and spritz on a generous amount of this spray to maintain the curl and de-frizz! It LOOKS like it took hours to style, but really minimal effort! A win/win in my book. If you, like me, are a chapstick babe - you should try RMS Beauty's Tinted Daily Lip Balm! It looks and feels luxurious without that sticky and drying feel of lipstick (iykyk). With a hint of color, it’s subtle yet natural looking while FEELING amazing. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2022, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

We're kicking off our Staff Top Picks with a clean slate with our favorite products that we've used so far in 2023! To view past years' favorites, you can always view past Staff Top Picks blogs or our curated collections of 2022 and 2021 favs. To learn more about what we've been loving this month (and why) keep reading! If you prefer to view all of our products in one place, visit our collection of 2023 Top Picks! Chelsie's Top Picks I've talked about my favorite brow product (the Inglot Playinn Soap Brow!), but this month, I wanted to shine a much-deserved spotlight on my favorite brow tool, the MYKITCO Pro My Brushed Brow 2.3! One end has stiff bristles that look almost like a tiny hair brush to fluff up your brows, and the other has a spoolie to set those tiny hairs in place. It's one of my favorite tools in my kit! The makeup item I have been loving is RMS Re Dimension Hydra Power Blush. It has the prettiest finish that makes your skin look healthier, almost glowy, and it helps my skin look even more radiant. Maria's Top Pick I've always loved hydrating facial mists, and the Rituel de Fille Thorn Milk has become a staple in my collection. Aside from just looking cool (it has a bi-phase liquid that needs to be shaken up to be mixed), it instantly soothes and calms your skin as soon as you spritz it on. Any dry patches or light irrititation I have is instantly smoothed over, and it plays so well under makeup! All of my foundations have layered on top of it beautifully, and it keeps my skin hydrated throughout the day, so any dryness or makeup breakup I'd experience due to my skin getting drier throughout the day is gone. That says a lot, especially because we're in the middle of winter! The other thing I've been using nonstop since I bought it is the Artis Mini Palm Brush. I am really picky when it comes to foundation application tools because the foundations I tend to like are the types that dry down super quickly, so they give you less time to blend and tend to look streaky if not used properly. However, this Artis brush changes all of that! I was able to blend out the foundation on my entire face with less time spent blending and no need to apply more product to the brush - I was shocked that I could cover my entire face with less product than normal! I was even able to lightly tap the brush on areas I wanted fuller coverage (like over the sun spots on my cheeks), and it built up beautifully. . Holly's Top Picks Nothing is keeping my summer glow like TheBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer, Shadow, and Contour Powder! I have been getting so many compliments about how glowy I look when wearing this product. It blends like a dream and is the perfect shade for transitioning to the colder months! I cannot recommend this product enough! The second item I can't stop using is Mehron Barrier Spray. This setting spray is getting the job done for me during these colder months! Most setting sprays leave my face feeling stiff and dry, and while I don't normally mind that during the warmer months, I want something more hydrating as the weather starts to cool down. It brings the perfect amount of hydration back into my skin without feeling like my makeup is going to slide off my face. This is a staple during the fall/winter time! Calvin's Top Picks If you're looking for a powder like none other, Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Matte Setting Powder is it; up to 24-hour wear (trust me, I've tested it), a matte formula that never creases and never shines, and it looks like the skin of an angel. Not kidding. I am a makeup artist and photographer, so I am very picky with how products look, and this one delivers. Even on photoshoots, I pack this powder under the eyes to lock in concealer, and it just leaves the most flawless, blurred, and smooth finish. The best part? I never have to touch up the model. Now, for my second pick for the month: Glow, Glow, Glow, Glow!!! Do you want a natural glow? Do you want it to look realistic? We got you. Rituel de Fille's Thorn Oil Priming Facial Elixir is super hydrating but leaves the most gorgeous skin-like glow I've ever seen. Even with foundation over it, it gives this rich subtle skin. Feels beautiful, looks incredible. Liz's Top Picks I have to admit that I try everything Saint Jane launches because I have yet to be disappointed, and I am truly blown away by the Hydrabloom Body Silk. This lotion locks in hydration without leaving my skin feeling greasy or heavy. I saw an immediate, calming, and hydrating response in my skin texture to this cream (I have keratosis pilaris), and the smell is so relaxing. It's the perfect touch to add a little relaxation or self care into your day and would make an amazing gift to encourage the same for others. I have been on a path of trying a million hair products as I am always looking for the next best thing, and Philip B's Forever Shine Collection caught me off guard. My hair is fine, wavy, and highlighted so it tends to be oily and flat at the roots and quite dry on the ends plus I am a mom on the go who does not always have time to blow out my hair. My hair has been left with a beautiful shine with zero frizz, defined waves, and perfect volume with or without heat. The scent is perfect for the colder season, and I have to admit I put the hair product sampling on hold for now as I am in awe with the results this collection has given my hair. Morgan's Top Picks This winter, I've been treating my skin to a bit of TLC with the Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches. They are excellent if you want something hydrating and refreshing, and they don't slip and slide around like some other eye patches can. I look like I'm more alert and awake after using them, and I've even gotten my husband hooked on them! He appreciates that they smooth and lighten his dark circles. Another must-have for me has been the Insert Name Here Quick Slick Flyaway Hair Essence. This product was one of the many reasons I was thrilled to bring on Insert Name Here. I love this thing! Do you have flyways? Not anymore! Do you have thin hair that doesn't like going in a ponytail? Not anymore! I use this when my hair is up or down. My daughter has fine hair and her baby hairs are unmanageable. However, this works wonders for getting her hair to behave! Jess's Top Picks If your skin errs more on the oily side like mine, do yourself a favor and ADD 👏 TO 👏 CART 👏. I don’t love it when my skin looks too matte, which is why I love Jason Wu's Magic Matte Oil! It takes away the “bad shine” while somehow still keeping the “good shine”, and doesn’t clog up my pores nor break me out! There's a reason we keep selling out of it - it's because it's that good! I have also been really enjoying Jason Wu Beauty The Freckled Boy for the cutest faux freckles. Sometimes, you just need a good freckle day, and on those days, I use this to summon my inner freckle-faced goddess. Subtle but natural, which is exactly how I like it! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2022, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. All year, our team has been trying new products to make sure we are only bringing you the best products that actually work. We've tried scalp scrubs that cleanse without stripping your hair, foundations for a flawless base, and skincare for every problem area imaginable. It takes a lot to be a favorite product, these are the beauty items we keep going back to time after time. That's why they are our top picks of 2022! If you're looking for a great item to add to your wishlist, our Holiday Gift Guide is the perfect place to start! Our 2022 Top Picks Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Sold out SHOP NOW Chelsie's Top Picks I've tried a lot of great makeup, skincare, and hair care products this year, but honestly, none of them top Inglot Playinn Soap Brow! Since I'm also into SFX, I've tried the SFX Makeup Hack of using a glue stick, and nothing compares to this brow wax! I don't know how I lived without it. Doing my brows has never been easier nor faster! Maria's Top Picks It was really hard for me to pick a favorite for 2022 since I fell in love with so many beautiful eyeshadow palettes, blushes, and hair care products, but of ALL the things I purchased, the thing I have gotten the most "joy" from and results is my NuFACE Trinity PRO! I am very focused on anti-aging products because I am inching closer towards my 40th birthday, and all of the sun damage from tanning in my 20s is coming out in full force. Between having eyelids that are a bit less taught to the sunspots all across my nose and cheeks, this has helped immensely. Just check out the before and after pics from April to November! I started using it in May, so it did take a while to see results, but the microcurrent has helped with my eyelid area looking more youthful, and the sun damage is still there but less visible. Maria's Before and After . Holly's Top Picks There was no hesitation when thinking about my #1 product of the year! The Your Way Mascara in Cherry Cola has changed the game for me and I will never go back to black mascara! The brown and red tones in this mascara are perfect for blue eyes. I still get compliments on how vibrant my eye color looks when I wear this mascara. This is 100% my holy grail product!! Calvin's Top Picks What looks like skin, feels like skin, and breathes like skin? The HD Skin Foundation by Make Up For Ever. This new skincare, vegan hybrid gives you flawless coverage without hiding your skin. It's waterproof, sweat resistant, and did I mention vegan? A clean formula that performs like a photo-filter is how it earned a place as my top pick. Liz's Top Picks This is so hard! I love so many products, but the Saint Jane Luxury Beauty Serum stands out the most. I use this religiously. If I travel and forget to bring it, I always regret it. It balances my skin and adds that extra level my skin needs to be its best and healthy self. This lightweight serum keeps my skin calm and glowing without too much shine. It feels luxurious and leaves my makeup looking flawless. Morgan's Top Picks The Philip B. Peppermint Avocado Scalp Scrub is still my favorite! Despite having sea salt in it to exfoliate, it has a velvety texture that is lightweight and lathers well. It gently removes buildup from styling products, dirt, and even environmental pollution to leave my hair looking silky smooth. My scalp feels refreshed after my weekly scrub and has a wonderful fresh scent. Jess's Top Picks I-Recover Mind & Body Gel is my OG, ride-or-die, holy grail of self-care products. As a self-proclaimed hot-stress-express, by the end of the day, my shoulders are SCREAMING for some TLC. I keep this on my nightstand and generously apply it every evening for thermogenic comfort on my sore muscles. Essential oils like Lavender and patchouli instantly relax my mind and body at the end of a long day. If you get tight muscles, I 10/10 recommend buying this! Morgan's Top Picks It is almost too hard to pick a favorite out of all of the new products I have tried in 2022 and I tried a lot! I tried countless hair products and styles, and I even overhauled my everyday makeup routine, but one product stood out from the rest! It could be because it is winter and my skin is so dry, but Avène Revitalizing Nourishing Cream is my #1 find of 2022. It gives me something I would never have, hydrated, nourished, and glowing skin in the winter. Red Fruit Extract provides nutrient-rich lipids that help restore a natural, healthy barrier that leaves skin feeling soft. Even though this cream is rich it doesn't feel heavy and practically melts into the skin. I already have a stockpile to last me all winter long! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our November Top Picks and if you're looking for gift inspiration or wishlist-worthy items take a peek at our Holiday Gift Guide! Chelsie's Top Picks Gone are the messy days of having to interrupt your beauty routine to find your nearest trashcan. The MYKITCO On Point Sharpener is the perfect tool to have on your makeup vanity, or as a travel companion! The bottom container holds all the shavings so that you can sharpen your eye or lip pencils multiple times, without worrying about making a mess. This is ultra-convenient for makeup artists and to use on set as well! I may have the most stubborn brow hairs ever, and I've tried so many brow gels (clear and tinted), hair gel, and even a glue stick, and nothing has held them up all day without leaving flakes or a white residue. Inglot Playinn Soap Brow helps me achieve the fluffiest brow look, no lamination needed, while not removing any product that is underneath! I just apply with a clean spoolie and brush upward (backward for the more stubborn hairs), and she is all set! Maria's Top Picks This compact palette has made my everyday complexion game so much easier. I can conceal, color correct, highlight, contour, and blush all with this one product! At first, I was skeptical that one palette would work for me and others with a fair/light complexion (I have the Harmony 1 version), but once you see it in person, you start to see the subtle differences in the tones for each shade. Some are a little warmer, others cooler, others more pink, others are peachy! Those subtle nuances allow you to customize your perfect shades! It's genius!I also have to point out, the peachy shade (top right on the left half of the palette once open) is the BEST face brightening corrector I've ever used. My hands tend to be dry year-round, but the cooler months are brutal for me! No matter how much lotion I'd use in the past, my hands seemed to look about 10 years younger than the rest of me... Until I started using this balm, that is! My cuticles are softer and less prone to peeling, and I'm convinced it has even helped my nails grow in stronger. Even with all the extra hand washing and sanitizing we've all grown accustomed to during the last few years, my hands still feel hydrated after several washes! I also apply it to any dry patches I get on my arms, legs, or feet, and it smooths them out within hours or overnight! Holly's Top Picks This setting spray is LIQUID GOLD!!!!!! Whenever I know I will be wearing makeup for a long period of time Kryolan Fixing Spray is my go-to product! Your makeup is not going anywhere when you set your face with this. I have gotten my friends and family hooked on this product. It is definitely not leaving my makeup collection anytime soon. I just started getting into cream/gel contour products and Illamasqua Gel Sculpt is amazing! I have been using the shade Silhouette and it blends like a dream! I love using this product on days when I don't feel like wearing a full face of makeup. This product gives such a natural and glowy finish. This product will stick with me as we enter cooler months to keep my summer glow! Calvin's Top Picks One brush with so many ways to use it! The precision angle of the Melanie Mills X Omnia MM01 Face and Boby Brush hugs all the curves of the face. The large brush size helps you to get coverage faster. You can apply any liquid or cream with this amazing tool without worrying about streaking or blotchy coverage. I love using it for primer, foundation, and Body glow products. Completely vegan and cruelty-free. You have not felt softness until you've felt the Melanie Mills X Omnia MM02 Face and Body Brush! Dense enough to sculpt the face, but airy enough to effortlessly blend. It's my go-to brush for contouring and bronzing my clients. Never stress about sharp lines again because the bristles help you seamlessly blend! The dome shape really allows for every type of artistry. If you like to sweep? Great! If you love to buff? Fantastic! This brush will be the bestie you never knew you needed. Liz's Top Picks I hate washing my brushes, but I know how important it is so I am thankful I found Crazy Merman's Brush Soap to make washing my brushes less irritating. This brush soap removes all of the makeup from my brushes in one go and leaves them soft, clean, and smelling AMAZING! All I have to do is wet my brush, swirl it in the soap, and swirl the brush a bit on my Sigma Brush Cleaning Mat to get a nice lather and rinse. Simple and no water crinkled fingers are left behind. This lipstick is truly unforgettable. I am one of the pickiest people when it comes to lipstick, and Kevyn Aucoin has blown me away with these. All 3 formulas power through the day, offer great color payoff, and wear comfortably on my lips without drying them out. I can trust this to keep me looking my best no matter the occasion. Morgan's Top Picks You can't go wrong with picking up the Make it Glam Set from Dose of Colors. Their eyeshadow has a velvety texture that glides on the eye. The colors are easy to blend and have a lot of pigmentation! The lipstick colors are perfect, and the gloss is not sticky. These gift sets are great values and great gift ideas! I have the must-have highlighter for your makeup bag! I'm so glad Smashbox reintroduced the Becca Highlighter. This shade was a cult-favorite and blends like no other highlighter The product has a lovely texture and GLOWS. It's ideal for creating a dewy or glowing appearance. Jess's Top Picks As an Irish girl living in South Florida, this product comes in CLUTCH. While I admittedly avoid the sun like a vampire, I do enjoy looking sun-kissed 24/7. Infused with Aloe Vera, and Green Tea, Loving Tan Delux Face Tan isn’t super harsh on my pores and gives immediate bronzed-goddess results (which I also love). I pair this with the Loving Tan Delux Gradual Tan after every shower for an all-over glow! Containing skin-enriching antioxidants Acai Berry and Coffee extract, this super creamy formula feels great on my skin PLUS immediately gets to work on giving that sun-goddess glow. I like to pair Delux Gradual Tan with the Delux Face Tan to get an all-over light shimmering glow post-shower, and it will be kept in my weekly routine forever! Morgan's Top Picks I can not stop shopping for holiday gift sets! I am a total sucker for the limited edition holiday packaging. That's why the Terryfic Glow Beauty Favorites Box was an immediate "add to cart". The mini sizes of the Hyaluronic Pressed Hydra-Powder and Brightening CC Serum are great for traveling or testing new products before you commit to the full size. . Controls shine and blur imperfection with a few presses of the pressed powder. The universal shade makes it flattering on all skin types. Pick one up for yourself or give it as a gift! No wrapping paper is needed with this beautiful holiday packaging. The MakeUp Eraser has changed my getting unready routine. What used to involve makeup removers, cleaners, and water all over my bathroom is now simple and mess-free. It works to remove all of my makeup, including red lipstick and waterproof mascara, with just water. I have a clean cloth every day of the week and I just throw them into the washing machine. I love that they are sustainable and reusable, no more single-use makeup wipes for me! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our October Top Picks and check in on what our Buyers' Fall/Winter Forecast! Chelsie's Top Picks The RCMA Liquid Foundation has saved me SO much time and work during applications. With the formula being more of a "concentrate", it has an insane amount of pigmentation, so VERY little is needed to achieve full coverage! It has a natural matte finish, however, it can definitely be customized depending on skin prep and how it is set. The shade range is very true to undertone, which is a makeup artist's dream (less guess work needed)! 🌟 I've stocked my kit with the Neutral series, and use the RCMA Foundation Adjuster Palette to quickly adjust the undertone that I need! With the butter powder formula, this smooths out the skin beautifully and gives off very "filter in a bottle" vibes! Loving this concealer SO much has been a pleasant surprise as I've always opted for their Matte Velvet Skin Concealer. The Ultra HD concealer is extremely light weight and amazingly looks like skin! For the "no-makeup" makeup days, this been a lifesaver as other concealers tend to look a bit more obvious, and this gives the perfect coverage and looks undectable! Great for spot concealing and does not settle into lines at all! Maria's Top Picks I'm that beauty lover that loves having a wide range of colors, textures, finishes, and formulas for my eyeshadow because you never know when the mood will hit to create something extra sparkly or colorful! That's why I got SO excited when Danessa Myricks announced her fourth Lightwork palette and introduced new formulas with the Aqua Chromes and Pressed Chrome Flakes. I love using water-activated makeup as a pop of colorful liner, and the Pressed Chrome Flakes do not have any fallout on me. Even the more "basic" shades in the palette (the ones designed to be toppers) give me that next-level diamond like sparkle I love. I'll be using this a LOT this holiday and beyond! I often find myself in that awkward in-between phase of having clean-feeling hair a day or two after washing and not needing a full-blown dry shampoo product, but I get kinks and flattened hair while sleeping. My old solution was to just rewash my hair, but since it's color-treated, I prefer to only wash it when necessary. That's where Oribe's Mystify Refreshing Spray comes in! It reactivates any products you put in the day prior (so for me, that's typically a finishing spray and a leave-in treatment cocktail of Olaplex No 7 & Olaplex No 6), and the freshly-washed volume and lift instantly returns. It also has a light sweet fragrance that makes you feel like you just left the salon! Holly's Top Picks This Cherry Cola Mascara is HEAVENLY!! If you have blue eyes I cannot stress enough how much you need this product! The brown and red tones in this mascara are perfect for blue eyes. I will never go back to black mascara. Ever since I started wearing it I have gotten so many compliments on how blue my eyes look! This product is for sure my #1 makeup recommendation right now! This eyeshadow quad from Karla Cosmetics is a new product in my makeup collection but I can already tell this is going to be living in my everyday makeup bag! I normally gravitate towards orange and pink-toned shadows to make my blue eyes pop and this quad does not disappoint! I can easily make everyday and special occasion looks with this tiny palette! I love how compact it is making it easy for travel! Calvin's Top Picks Have you collected too many boring palettes? I bet I can make you love them. The Cozzette Crystal Cream Eyeshadow Palette is the perfect companion palette to add some excitement to your look. The cream-to-powder formula is so easy to apply, super pigmented, and gorgeously metallic. Let it be known, Every Pro, Everywhere loves a Two-Fer! Cream blush is one of my favorite things, looks like skin, stays in place forever, and looks the most natural. The Jouer Cheek + Lip Duo in the shade in " Be Loud " may look scary in the tube but it blends out to the most beautiful fall, rosey-plum. Flip it over to the hydrating balm and give yourself the most skin-like glow, without shimmer, without glitter. Liz's Top Picks First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo is my HOLY GRAIL! I am so picky with dry shampoo because my hair is fine, my scalp gets oily, but my ends are dry. This bad boy keeps my hair looking clean for days between washes and never lets me down. Koh Gen Do's Maifanshi Aqua Foundation is a classic to me. I have been wearing this foundation for over 10 years because it is the perfect coverage from day to night and leaves my skin looking healthy and flawless. I have always gotten so many compliments on it when I wear it, and I know I can always rely on it to keep me Camera Ready. Morgan's Top Picks If you're traveling for the holidays or simply need to relax, I recommend picking up some skin-pampering items! Face masks and eye patches are excellent ways to relax and pamper yourself. These Perk Up Eye Gels are hydrating, refreshing, and they do not fall off the face. If you are looking for a waterproof eyeliner, look no further. These PLAYINN Eyeliner Gels are fun to experiment with, and a little goes a long way. They are long-lasting but not difficult to remove. The texture is smooth and glides on easily. Jess's Top Picks My latest obsession, the Rare Light Luminizer! - I pair this with the Inner Glow Crème Pigment for a gorgeous highlight + contour. I love that it can be built up to create a full face, or used sparingly as just an everyday "I woke up looking like a beautiful unicorn🦄 " face. As 99.9% of the time I am very much so a 'less is more' kinda gal and prefer using my fingers over brushes, these little compacts pack a mighty punch as a little bit really does go a long way, and both can be used as a cream shadow for your lids! Going hand in hand with the Rare Light Luminizer - I pair it with the Inner Glow Creme Pigment for a gorgeous highlight + contour which can be built up to go full night out face, or used sparingly as an everyday look! Morgan's Top Picks Halloween is right around the corner and I just have to do my own spin on this Glampire SFX Tutorial featuring @CHRISTINA.ALEXANDRAA. I picked up the Paradise Makeup AQ Palette because it had all the shades I would need to craft any special effects makeup look. The palette has 30 shades of face and body paint and they're refillable for when you run through your staple shades way too fast. The water-activated formula makes the pigments easy to blend and is perfect for pros or beginners. No Halloween look is finished without big batty lashes. For my vampire look, I am going to finish it off with the N°33 lashes. They are 100% premium human hair and easily last 5-8 wears. These high-quality lashes blend in with my lashline to give me big beautiful lashes people will swear are real. Marcelina's Top Picks Whether working in a high-heat environment, or on characters that sweat heavily, alcohol palettes are a must! When activated correctly, they provide seamless long-wear effects with wonderful color payoff! The F/X Aire Alcohol Palettes are slender and petite, making them kit-friendly for an FX artist on set! ProAiir is a fantastic formula for beginner FX artists! Most alcohol-based makeups need to be diluted with 99% isopropyl alcohol which is difficult to come by. Hybrid Waterproof Face and Body Paint is a hybrid formula that comes pre-diluted and is ready to go in a bottle. The coverage is smooth and even with a soft matte finish and incredible color payoff! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. This month we're featuring our top skincare picks as part of I Am Camera Ready. The most important part of being camera ready is finding what puts an extra bounce in your step, stand a little taller, or makes you feel your best! That's why we are sharing our top hair care picks to get Camera Ready! Chelsie's Top Picks The aches and pains I've gotten after being hunched over a computer 24/7 have not been fun! I decided to try I-Recover Mind & Body Gel on a whim and the trajectory of my life completely changed. The menthol scent and feel bring back childhood memories of my parents constantly using Vicks Vapor Rub as a "cure-all" but this one is so invigorating, that it instantly puts my muscles at ease! Its gel-like consistency makes it lightweight and easy to apply throughout the entire day (which I do probably way more times than I need to). With the Lavender and Patchouli essential oils infused, it has that perfect spa aroma, which is perfect to feel relaxed before bed! No more aches waking you up at night! :-) We all love a 2-in-1, but Saint Jane delivered on this 3-in 1 sunscreen! I'm always down for fewer steps, and this sunscreen does it all, with the sunscreen element being Zinc Oxide, a physical sunscreen, it won't cause any irritation, BUT will not leave a white or purple cast, even when following the "two-finger rule"! It also has blurring properties, which makes for a great primer or even for no-makeup days! With Desert Rose, Hibiscus, and Jasmine, it delivers intense hydration AND soothes the skin, I don't need anything else! Maria's Top Picks I am a huge supporter of being proud of your smile lines and wrinkles that you earn along the way! However, I do enjoy taking care of my skin and using products and tool to target certain areas that may be showing signs of aging before the others. I was a tanning salon addict in college, and my monolid eyelids are showing signs of UV-damage because the delicate skin around my eyes has started becoming more wrinkly when compared to the rest of my face and body. I have one eyelid in particular that now folds differently than the other, as a result, but the NuFACE Trinity Pro with the ELE attachment has helped firm up and even up that area so that my eyes appear more even now! I use it at least 5 times a week and allow the microcurrent to "tone" my eye area and also concentrate on my forehead, and it's amazing! Whenever I make a frowning or serious face, the lines that normally would show up are far less prominent, and the muscle also feel more relaxed. In between sessions, I'll often use my NuFACE Fix for a quick skin firming and plumping session, too, especially for my lips! I had previously named my favorite self tanning product (The St. Tropez Classic Bronzing Mousse), but part of ensuring my self tan is even and lasts as long as possible is exfoliation. I don't like relying on scrubs or body washes with exfoliating beads because they also contain moisturizers that may prevent certain areas of my skin from absorbing the self tanning product evenly, so I rely on the Esker Beauty Body Plane to gently and effectively slough off any dry and dead skin cells without introducing additional product to my skin. I just take a warm shower, allow my skin to soften up with the heat and moisture, and I gently glide the tool across my skin. It's wild how much the tool will gently scrape away! My tans now last longer and fade evenly. It's a must-have skincare tool, in my opinion! Holly's Top Picks The Makeup Eraser is a travel staple for me!!! I love using this when I'm on the go and don't want to bring my entire skincare routine with me! This really does remove all the makeup, probably even better than a makeup wipe. Plus, it's easy to clean and doesn't take up any space in my travel bags! I will recommend this over and over again for those guys and gals on the go! I love using these eye gels when I have a few more minutes in the morning to pamper myself before work. I love to store them in the fridge so that they are nice and cold for my under eyes in the mornings to wake me up! I am all about a nice and healthy glow. These help me achieve that when I need a little boost in my skincare regimen to make my skin POP! Calvin's Top Picks SPF whitecast? No problem. Try the Peter Thomas Roth Max Clear SPF 45. No white residue helps to even out discoloration and uneven skin tone and dries down like a smoothing primer. Wear it alone or under makeup. Just don't forget your sunscreen! No more tired eyes. It's time to wake up and shine. The Embryolisse Radiant Eye Stick to the rescue! Brighten, tighten and firm all while soft light-reflectors give you the look of 10 hours of dreamy, sleep. Wear it alone for hydration and brightness or under your favorite concealer for a radiant boost. Good morning bright eyes. Liz's Top Picks I hate undereye patches that are goopy and slide down your face instead of working the miracle I need under my eyes. Kovo's undereye patches are amazing! I love their application and how I can get chores done while I wear them around...all without them sliding out of place. They are cooling and leave my eyes soothed and ready to take on the day. Perfect for days when my allergies attack. When I first saw this product, I thought it was a gimmick. Turns out I was wrong. The Blotter Baby Mattifying Roller is my new go-to for touching up oily areas on my face. It's so much easier and more sustainable than old-school blotting wipes, and it removes my makeup with the oil. It's perfect for on the go in your kit or your purse. Morgan's Top Picks For someone with dry skin, I have experimented with various cleansers to find one that doesn't stripped my skin or make it too oily. My skin generally feels overly oily after using a balm cleanser, and I feel like I should wash it again. On the other side, my skin gets dry after using most gel cleansers. The Cream Cleaner from Senna leaves my skin in a wonderful middle ground. It moisturizes while not leaving a greasy feeling. It also contains aloe to soothe any irritation. I believe in treating your skin at a young age, I have even started my toddlers on a simple skincare regimen. Skincare is crucial to maintaining healthy skin, therefore including natural substances that we don't receive enough of due to our eating habits or environments into your regimen is a fantastic approach to keeping heathy skin. Squalene can be found in foods we eat to smooth and hydrate our skin. The Squalane Facial Oil is fantastic since it comes from a natural source—olives—isn't oily and it moisturizes. Jess's Top Picks A staple in my morning + nighttime routine, the Essential Lip Enhancer is one of my fav products to start and end my day with! Post teeth-brushing, I apply a thin coat on my lips to keep them hydrated and looking their best. Not only does it look great, but the combo of Vitamin C, Jojoba oils, and Shea butter also keep my lips in top-notch kissable shape 💋 As I have recently been taught the importance of exfoliating (😬), I figured it was time to invest in a solid product to do the job. I have yet to meet a Kiels product I didn't love, and here we are! The Epidermal Re-Texturizing Micro Dermabrasion puts in WORK and helps even out my texture while also managing to keep my skin (as close as it can get tbh) baby smooth. Morgan's Top Picks Dull and dry skin? Not with the Revitalizing Nourishing Cream from Avène. The texture is not too heavy or greasy and absorbs quickly into my skin, making it perfect for the summer and humid climates. I have dry and sensitive skin and am always skeptical when trying new skincare lines, but Avene's formula didn't irritate my skin. The vitamin and lipid rich complex work to replenish your skin to help restore a healthy barrier. My skin has never felt better! Break It Down Waterproof Makeup Remover really does break down all of your makeup. I use this as the first step in my double cleansing routine in the evenings to melt away my full face of makeup. It removes my waterproof mascara with ease and doesn't leave me with raccoon eyes. The hydrating formula doesn't leave my face feeling stripped or irritated. I follow up with a creamy cleanser and enjoy my nourished and clean skin. Marcelina's Top Picks Makeup Melt is a simple spray that LITERALLY MELTS MY FACE (of makeup.) It's strong enough to take off alcohol-based airbrush makeup and gentle enough to keep from stripping my skin. It's formulated with antioxidants to leave your skin bright and clean after removing your makeup. PPI Telesis Super Solv Extra Strength Adhesive Remover takes the day away! It can remove Spirit Gum, tough glues, and prosthetic adhesives that you may use for a Halloween special effects makeup look. A little goes a long way and it doesn't leave a residue on your skin. Pick up one before you try out your next special effects makeup look, you won't regret it! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. This month we're featuring our top hair picks as part of I Am Camera Ready. The most important part of being camera ready is finding what puts an extra bounce in your step, stand a little taller, or makes you feel your best! That's why we are sharing our top hair care picks to get Camera Ready! Chelsie's Top Picks I LOVE using the Full Blown Volume Dry Texturizing Spray when I want to have more of an edge to my look. This gives my previously very straight and lifeless hair, the ultimate choppy and defined style. It doesn't weigh down my already heavy hair, I've sprayed TONS and surprisingly enough, it still felt flexible! This is perfect when you want that lived-in "second-day" hair look! Ever since my hair has been short, it's been a struggle to find what product works best for my hair. This gel gives me all-day hold for my thick hair and doesn't leave any visible product residue nor flakiness! (Also doubles as great brow gel!) Also, can we talk about the nice and pleasant scent it has that isn't overwhelming? The Philip B Gravity-Defying Gel checks all the boxes! Maria's Top Picks Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Hair Mask, the name of this product alone says it all, and my hair definitely needs all the extra hydration it can get! I have naturally soft black highly porous hair, and it's color treated to be a warm toned level 6 brown with caramel highlights. It's also down to my mid-back, so each time I color it, the longer ends are in need of some major TLC. This mask has made my hair more manageable, increased the shine, and it allows me to have better hair days without even having to style it or even blow dry it. I pair this with the No 4 and No 5 Shampoo & Conditioner for optimal results, but I only use the max 2 times per month (or as needed). You're probably seeing a pattern here (and with all of my other favorite hair picks), but I crave high shine for my color-treated hair. Ever since I entered my mid-30s, my hair started losing a bit of the natural luster it had, and the Philip B Forever Shine Conditioner has turned back the hands of time for my mane. I use about a quarter-sized amount of product, let it soak in for a good 3-4 minutes, and rinse well. I'm left with shiny, bouncy hair that looks freshly washed and like I've had a gloss treatment for several days! I've never experienced such a high-performing product that truly delivers on all of the product claims, and the best part is that it doesn't weigh my hair down whatsoever. Holly's Top Picks If I could marry No. 7 Bonding Hair Oil I would. This is my holy grail hair product that I will take to my grave!!! I have very coarse and dry curly hair. This product has helped reduce my breakage and frizz. I truly believe this product has helped my hair grow so fast within this past year! A little goes a long way with this product making it last such a long time in my hair care collection. Considering I have naturally voluminous curly hair obviously I'd want the same when I apply heat to curl or straighten my hair! The Dry Texturizing Spray by Oribe gives me the perfect amount of volume and shine when styling my hair with heat! It doesn't leave my hair feeling gritty and dry or weigh it down like most texture sprays I have tried. I cannot recommend this product enough! Calvin's Top Picks Vegan and Cruelty-Free? Yes Please! But the absolute magic of the Jillian Dempsey Roomie Hair Pomade is that you're not stuck in just one style. You can re-adjust, move and restyle on the fly. Hair never gets stiff and stays in control. You get two for one with the amazing Shea Butter Intense Oil. It's an amazing hair oil that leaves the hair softer, smoother, and shinnier. You also can use it as a skin conditioner! I happen to have a pretty coarse beard. I apply this oil 3-4 times a week, and it's really soften my beard, I'm pretty much obsessed! Liz's Top Picks I am always looking for new hair products that will stop frizz and nurture my bleached and dyed locks without weighing down my fine hair. It's a struggle. I have been highly impressed by the R+Co Reparative Shampoo and Conditioner. When I use it, I realized I never get upset about frizz in the humidity, my hair looks healthy, and it still has volume. When Fekkai launched the Clean Stylers earlier this year, I was intrigued as I have been impressed by their other products. This product can serve as a temporary keratin straightening treatment to keep your hair straight and smooth in all weather, or use it to tame frizz and hydrate on dry, styled hair. It's my go to when I use too much dry shampoo between washes or my hair needs a little extra love. Morgan's Top Picks If I don't want to maintain my waves and refresh them every day, I like to do a blowout. However, heat damage does exist, so I always use a heat protectant along with a few other products before I begin styling my hair. R+Co Blowout Balm does this while also providing moisture, shine, and frizz control. The Shea Butter shampoo has helped my hair's dryness and cleans any build-up without stripping the hair. I have wavy hair that tends to be dry. I was wary because of the name, thinking it would be too heavy, but I didn't have that experience. It hydrates my hair, adds shine, and lathers well. Jess's Top Picks R+Co Cactus Texturizing Shampoo is a new staple product of mine, I am OBSESSED with this shampoo. My hair ranges from curly to wavy (depending on the humidity tbh), and this shampoo ticks all boxes for me. Smells amazing ✅ Great lather ✅ Enhances texture ✅ Cleanses Scalp ✅ Yet another new staple from R+Co (I might have a problem), I l.o.v.e. the Turntable Curl Defining Creme. I use it while actually still in the shower on soaking wet hair to get the best product distribution, throw it up in a microfiber hair wrap for a bit, then scrunch + go! It helps tame frizz while bringing out texture, and of course - smells heavenly. Morgan's Top Picks I know I can always reach for the Instant Volume Hair Mist when I want my hair to have extra volume, but I don't want my hair to be weighed down with the product. This formula doesn't leave my hair sticky or hard like other volume sprays have in the past. I spritz this at my roots on my damp hair and style it with a blow-dryer brush. The rose scent is light and dissipates quickly for those with sensitive noses. I count on Christophe Robin to easily leave the house with camera ready hair. The Forever Shine Shampoo is my guilty pleasure. The innovative formula instantly adds noticeable shine and helps me create big, swingy blowouts. Philip B uses a time-released system to infuse strands with Safflower Oleosomes to leave hair lustrous and with a long-lasting Oud scent. Don't miss your chance to treat yourself with Philip B and have salon-worthy hair from your bathroom. Marcelina's Top Picks The Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray gives my clients the most glossy shine without feeling too greasy or weighed down. It is an ABSOLUTE MUST in my kit! I color treat my hair... frequently. That means I also have to be conscious of what I put in my hair, and how frequently I wash it. The Shampoo for Beautiful Color keeps my hair feeling fresh and looking beautifully vibrant! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our July Top Picks that you can save big on during our Summer Sale! Chelsie's Top Picks I'm at the age where I want to start using skincare that helps prevent accelerated aging, however, my skin does not mix well with any high concentration of acids, much less unbuffered retinols (which scares me a bit, honestly). However, I tried the KOVO Bakuchiol Serum11 Alternative Retinol, thinking it was more of a hydrating facial oil and I loved the way it felt light-weight on the skin and locked in all my hydration! Knowing that the Kakuchiols helps stimulate collagen renewal and smooth my skin without being irritating is a PLUS! In actuality, the CBD actually soothes and reduces inflammation! This lovely facial oil suits all my needs and more! Being in my depotting era, I have struggled to find a suitable method to store my disposables and lashes. Getting a medium sized tackle box is too big and bulky to travel with and takes about 30% of my kit size (not fun!). After watching @rachel.luskhmua 's Reels & TikToks, I found I could easily cut up the lash packaging and store up to 20+ pairs in the Vueset Taxi! With the different sections, I can organize them by style as well. No need for me to dig through tons of pairs, to find the right style. Mini mascara wands, cotton swabs, lip wands, tweezers, etc. are able to fit snugly, and having them in a closed container helps to reduce any contamination. Standing upright, each container takes about 1 inch of space, a total game-changer! Maria's Top Picks I know I've sung the praises of the Jouer Powder Highlighters before, but now that I've got a bit of a summer glow going on, I wanted to find a highlighter that enhanced my slightly deeper summer complexion. I had always heard about the Illamasqua Highlighters (OMG was all the rage on social media for years!), and I finally tried Epic, and I am kicking myself for not trying this formula earlier! Epic is that perfect slightly golden/tan/champagne shade that I could see working perfectly on skin tones ranging from light/medium to the richest and deepest complexions. It is super smooth, finely milled, and gives that coveted lit from within glow. It works perfectly as a glowy bronzer that evens out my skin tone. I have no doubt I'll be putting a serious dent into this pillowy highlighter before the summer months are over! My eye shape (heavily hooded monolids) has always prevented me from wearing amazing shimmery shades like the Pat McGrath VR shades in the larger Mothership palettes, so I always watched in envy as others wore those incredibly flashy, duochrome and trio chrome sparkly shades. However, thanks to Karla Cosmetics (and her Fix Potion), I can now wear multidimensional, uber shimmery looks without worrying about eye irritation or fallout. I love tapping a tiny bit onto the center of my lid for a glittery halo eye! Holly's Top Picks This Texas heat has been brutal this summer and Don't Sweat It has kept my makeup locked in place! I do like a dewy look and this setting spray doesn't take any hydration from my face. This product locks my makeup in place keeping it looking exactly like it did when I applied it. The Beyond Powder Highlighter has sparked my highlighter obsession. I have never tried such a natural yet blinding highlighter EVER! I have been getting so many complimets from people saying that I look so "naturally dewy" and it is all thanks to this product! Calvin's Top Picks From the makeup enthusiast to the seasoned Pro, we all know makeup always looks better with the right tools. The My Pro Selects Makeup Brush Set Volume 2 is a hand-picked collection of brushes designed by a true, working artist. These brushes make your makeup application flawless without even trying hard. This set comes with 9, well throughout brushes that take you from basic to full glam. Want your heart to beat a little faster? OK! I got you covered. Summer is here and the big trend this summer is blush. No one is serving up pigment, color, and payoff quite like the Blush HD Rose-Coral palette from Viseart. This 6 pan palette will not disappoint. Pro Tip: Try them all as eye shadow. The pigment is insane. Liz's Top Picks R+Co Television Shampoo & Conditioner is the magical duo changed my life. I have such a hard time finding the right shampoo and conditioner. My hair is long and fine(though I have a lot of it). I also highlight it regularly so sometimes it needs extra love in the damage department. Most products are either not moisturizing enough or they weigh down my fine hair too much. I was hesitant that these would do anything for me, but when I tried them, I fell in love. They do not weigh down my hair and leave my hair looking hydrated, smooth, and healthy. They literally give me perfect hair. Some of my friends with different hair types(including curly and thick) have had the same experience, and I am always amazed that these two work so well for so many hair types. Hands down a staple in my shower. I am always on the hunt for the perfect blush, and when Laura Mercier launched these, I knew I had to try them. One of our Beauty Advisors, Calvin, kept asking me if I had tried them yet when they came in, and when I told him no, he told me I NEEDED to asap. Well, I finally did......and now I am OBSESSED with it. A little goes a long way as this is packed with a lot more pigment than I thought. Plus, it stayed on all day! Even some of my other long wearing blushes do not stay on as long as this did. It is currently my primary blush, and I am debating on investing in more colors as they have such a range. If it can stand up to this crazy Texas heat(it's been over 105 several days already), then it can stand up to anything. Morgan's Top Picks Cozzete Vinylise is a product to look into if you want an eyeliner that lasts for a long time without smudging. I would even describe it as water-resistant! It does not budge from my eyes and I have to take extra steps when taking it off. The liner is smooth and pigmented, one swipe and you are good to go! I've said this before and I'll say it again; I adore a good matt eye shadow look. Perhaps it's just me, but it enhances a look and is ageless. When achieving this, Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix does an excellent job. It's quick, easy to blend, and the best part, a little goes a long way. Jess's Top Picks This is a staple product in my hair-care routine. R+Co Cool Wind PH Perfect Air Dry Crème is filled with frizz-fighting goodness, and the most heavenly scent - It’s not going anywhere anytime soon! It’s meant to be used for air-drying, but I use it even if I’m blowing my hair out to give it a soft hold. Hey parents - do you have kids with forever tangled hair? Same. This product has saved a lot of toddler battles in my house, and I will forever be grateful to R+Co for Pinstripe! 🙏 Morgan's Top Picks These sheet masks are gentle on my sensitive skin and leave my dry skin feeling nourished. The green tea extract and CBD oil work together to help reduce inflammation in my rosy skin. I love putting them into the fridge for 30 minutes before I use one for an extra cooling sensation. They are just what I reach for when I am looking for a self-care treat and the fresh scent sends me right into relaxation mode. The Laura Mercier Caviar Stick has been my go-to eyeshadow for July! The creamy formula allows me to easily blend or smudge them out without pulling on my eyelids or creasing after a few hours of wear. I pop Vanilla Kiss, a neutral light beige, all over my eyelid, and Pearl, a white pearl shimmer shade, right in the corner of my eye to complete my minimal summer look. Marcelina's Top Picks In the pursuit of a downsized kit, multitaskers are everything! The Viseart Grande Pro 1X Eyeshadow Palette gives me everything I need and more. With a wide range of neutral and bold shades, I can create limitless eye looks, fill and sculpt brows, and even sculpt for beauty looks or hollow out for an SFX look! It's a must have in my kit. I recently had to replace my set bag and was unsure of what to use in its place. Enter this ABSOLUTE GAME CHANGER! The Beauty Boss Backpack has enough room to carry my skin prep, eyes, complexion, hair tools, and brushes. The flat PVC carryall bags are interchangeable which makes for easy swapping from beauty to SFX to theatrical to face and body painting! To top it off, its backpack straps are padded and take the strain off my shoulders. I can't speak highly enough of this bag! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our June Top Picks! Chelsie's Top Picks I've mentioned before that my skin is DRY dry and that I LOVE looking freshly hydrated and glowy at all times. However, since we are heading towards warmer weather, I prefer something that is less intense so I don't look like I'm actually sweating. I have been obsessed with the Cold Pressed Booster Oil by Dose of Colors for this exact purpose. It is an amazing oil, perfect for people who dislike the weight or texture of typical facial oils as it feels lightweight and as if it was water-based (thank you 44.2% Squalene oil). This can work as a barrier as well (over moisturizer) to soothe and retain water in your skin. The gorgeous glow it gives when using it as makeup prep is so ethereal, it's definitely replaced so many things for me! The contour shades in the Viseart Highlighting & Sculpting HD Palette is to die for!! They are the PERFECT neutral shades, and can be used on various complexions, from very fair to deep! The most gorgeous satin finishes, and easy to build pigment while being ultra blendable. The highlight shades give a nice and natural sheen without looking too glittery and metallic. These are easily depottable but also come in a slim and compact packaging so it easily fits into my kit! Maria's Top Picks I know cream foundations have been all the rage, and while the Joe Blasco Ultrabase Foundation and RCMA Cream Foundations are in my regular rotation (Joe Blasco for a super natural look, and RCMA for buildable to full coverage), I had to give the William Tuttle Creme Foundation the attention it deserves! It's the most highly pigmented yet somehow still creamy and insanely easy to blend foundation I've ever used. Period. Plus, it is so lightweight on the skin and a beautiful natural finish that looks freshly applied all day. The shade Ivory matches me really well, and I've even mixed Ivory with the richer and significantly deeper shade Mogun and used the mixture as a cream bronzer. You get an impressive 0.59oz for just $15, and compare that to another popular cream foundation (KVD Good Apple) where you get 0.35oz for $40.50, and you'll really start to see why it's such a great value and a must-try product! I've been a fan of Ben Nye powders even before they recently blew up on TikTok (Cameo is such a great shade to brighten the under eyes on my light to medium complexion), so as soon as this new sculpt & contour palette was released, I was intrigued. The finish is not quite matte, not quite satin- it's like real skin - just perfected! It has a few new shades in it, and the shade Honey adds such a beautiful warmth to my complexion. Taupe is my dream contour, and you can even use the shades for brows, eyeshadow, and more. It's the ultimate all-in-one palette. Holly's Top Picks These two products, together, have SAVED my naturally curly hair. With summer approaching my hair has become more dry than it naturally already is. Given that I only wash my curls once a week, the Shea Butter Curl Refresher is such a staple in my hair care routine. It livens up my curls after being slept on every night! Not to mention that an added bonus is that it smells heavenly!!! I love using the Shea Butter Intense Mask once a month to bring the moisture back into my curls for a quick pick me up! I have noticed my hair is less frizzy, stronger, and my curls last longer since using these products! Calvin's Top Picks Hi there, let me introduce you to the F47 Multitasker Brush, the brush that, "Can't Stop, Won't Stop!" First, let's talk about that contoured shape that cleverly curves around every angle of the face. Then let's talk about what this brush can do for you...Here we go!!! Easily apply cream and liquid foundation, cream blush, cream bronzer, concealer, liquid and cream highlighter. Apply body glow products, blend out demarcation lines, and let's not forget to blend out shadow primer for an even, smooth finish. The hair is vegan so it's built for any and everything! True love at first sweep! Let's talk about it. Not every combination to oily complexion wants to look completely matte. They do want oil control, however. True + Luscious’s formulation of the Sheer Halo Velvet Matte Oil Control Pressed Powder allows the skin to look healthy, radiant, lit-from-within, with a natural glow. While controlling oil and unwanted shine. Super lightweight and finishes with a touch of extra coverage. Set with it, blot with it, or use it as a finishing powder. It's stunning and it's vegan and cruelty-free! Liz's Top Picks I don't wear foundation every day, but when I do, I want something that looks like real, healthy skin. That's exactly what this Maifanshi Aqua Foundation gives me! It has skincare benefits built right into the formula, so in addition to looking beautiful, it also treats my skin to make it look even better with each wear. As a former makeup artist, I can honestly say this may have one of the most skin-like finishes that I've ever experienced. My next pick is the Nordic Skin Peel by Skyn Iceland because they keep my breakouts at bay, and even makes them go away faster! Lactic acid and fruit enzymes work in combination to gently exfoliate the skin to remove texture while natural antibacterials uncover fresh, radiant skin. I use this 3 - 4 times a week before bed and wake up with soft and glowy skin. Morgan's Top Picks I have been on the quest for a hair oil to control my thick, frizzy hair, and I think it found me! Fekkai's Shea Butter Intense Oil tames my frizz whether I have straightened my hair or gone curly. My hair feels smooth and looks luxurious. I love the way it smells too! If you struggle with redness and skin irritation like me, I have found this product does help reduce a flare-up. The Tone Down Facial Mist was developed to help calm redness and I appreciate how light it is. I love the rehydration and a cooling efffect this has on my skin after a hot day or shower. Jessica's Top Picks If you suffer from raccoon circles like I do, do yourself a favor and BUY. THIS. PRODUCT! After spending years trying to find a product to help those glorious dark circles disappear, I’ve finally found the holy grail in Instant Brightening Beauty Shot Eye Lift 🙌 Not only does it FEEL amazing applying it, but it actually works, too! So to all of my fellow sleep deprived looking friends, now is our time to shine ✨ (literally + figuratively) I’m not much of an eyeliner girl (only if I’m really dressed to impress which happens maybe once per year?) However, that one time a year that I’m dressed to the nines, I’ve found that with my greasy lids - most eyeliners end up under my eyes instead of on top of them which, lets face it, is not cute. After giving up on eyeliners all together for a few years, I was told that I NEEDED to try the Aqua Resist Graphic Pen so I figured, why not? To my surprise, this baby did not disappoint 💆🏻 If it can withstand the Florida humidity, my friends, this can withstand ANYTHING (It also passed the cry test FYI for all my fellow criers, I’ve got you 😉) Morgan's Top Picks I love the look of long and romantic lashes, but I don't have the time to wear strip lashes, and I don't want to have the upkeep and maintenance of eyelash extensions. Meloway's Ready Set Lash Primer conditions lashes and adds volume instantly. I pair this with my favorite rotating mascara and my lashes are instantly longer and make my eyes pop. You can even apply it at night on its own as a deep conditioner for your lashes. I've been a fan of chrome flakes since the first shade I used on my eyes, because of the wide shade range and lightweight feel. When I saw Danessa Myricks' newest Infinite Chrome Flakes shade, Pride, I immediately envisioned all of the looks I'm going to create for Pride. I use the multi-chrome flakes as toppers on top of my eyeshadow for an intense pop, but they also create stunning looks when layered on their own. I don't have to worry about fallout ruining the rest of my makeup or finding my glitter primer or a mixing medium with their self setting water-based formula. I love all of my Infinite Chrome Flakes shades but I can't stop creating rainbow looks with Pride. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our May Top Picks! Chelsie's Top Picks I've always had a chronically dry scalp, which only seems to get worse during the summer (especially since a past bleaching fail). I've struggled to find a clarifying shampoo that doesn't completely dry out my hair or irritate my scalp. I decided to try Philip B Peppermint Avocado Shampoo based on a recommendation, and immediately I was in love! The Peppermint Oil allows for a cooling, yet soothing sensation, and the 16 plant extracts (the more, the better) and Avocado Oil help to hydrate and nourish my scalp and hair! Plus, the minty scent is a great way to feel energized for the day! As someone who constantly keeps a multitude of different lip balms within arm's reach, I've finally found the one that I'm going to stick to using regularly. The Dose of Colors Lip Reveal Lip Balm is very rich in moisture, however, not sticky at all, and gives you a great all-day shine! It is as emollient as a lip mask, but packed into a convenient tube! I take this with me everywhere and even have one dedicated to my nightstand. The "Peach" color is also amazing for daily wear as it is a nice subtle tint of color! Maria's Top Picks I have very porous, color-treated hair, so I have a hard time finding a good scrub that can remove buildup without stripping the color. The FEKKAI Apple Cider Detox Scrub is exactly what I've been looking for. It has Rice Exfoliant Extract that helps to gently remove the extra oil and buildup that weighs down my hair and leaves it feeling clean and hydrated. My hair always seems more voluminous and shinier after using it, and I find I can even go longer without washing my hair when I use it. I lived in Florida for five years, and while I did use sunscreen, I did also enjoy a bit of that golden glow during the warmer months thanks to beach picnics, paddleboarding, and all of those other fun #saltlife activities. I'm paying for it now (my skincare routine has changed completely - more vitamin C, retinol, higher SPF), but I do miss being tan. That's why I rely on St. Tropez Self Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse. I stock up on the biggest bottle possible and use it once a week to maintain the level of tan I want. It develops very quickly, and when I use my Applicator Mitt, it's almost foolproof because it has enough of a tint to tell where you've applied it (in other words, goodbye obvious self-tanning streaks!). It's such a gorgeous true-to-life tan shade on my lighter complexion! I've caught my husband eyeing the bottle before because he is even shocked at how well this product works. I've tried at least 10 different brands before (including super expensive ones), and I always come back to this one! Holly's Top Picks As summer approaches, I love using the Loving Tan Deluxe Bronzing Mousse to give myself a glow! I have tried many self tanners and I always find myself going back to this one. It gives an even finish and does not come off patchy like most tanners I have tried. I started using Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser almost two months ago and have seen a difference in my skin. It does not leave it feeling tight and stripped of its natural oils. I am excited to continue using this cleanser during the summer months! Calvin's Top Picks If we aren't here to solve problems? Then who can you turn to when you're looking for a new eyeliner? I have two reasons why you should check out the all-new, Aqua Resist Color Ink. 1. Summer is coming and who has time for eye shadow? But we still have to slay poolside right! Simply grab your aqua resist ink in any one of the fantastic colors and give your lashline a pop. It will look like a shadow without the effort and 2. It's waterproof!!! Throw on waterproof mascara and you have a slay-all-day, summer glam. ( No brushes needed ) Want that stunning brightening under trend, but bright pink just isn't your thing? I love the Rose Petal Luxury Powder from Ben Nye. It definitely brightens, sets under the eyes, and diffuses discoloration. It's a lot more realistic and wearable due to its skin-like, tone shade of pink. Go ahead and blend out the concealer until it has relaxed to the skin. Take your favorite foundation/press powder with a puff and seal in the concealer. ( Press-N-Roll the puff ) Then take a large, fluffy, shadow, blender brush with the Rose Petal powder and place it in the inner and outer corners of the undereye. ( Don't be shy with the amount ) Let it sit for 3-5 minutes, then dust away with the same brush. Hello Bright Eyes!!!!PRO TIP: Place your brightening concealer in the inner and outer corners of your under eyes. ( Also any areas where puffiness seems to cause a shadow or dip ) Liz's Top Picks I have very fine color-treated hair that gets weighed down really easily, so I look for products that are lightweight and provide multiple benefits in one easy step so I keep my hair feeling as light and bouncy as possible. As soon as I read all the benefits of the Clean Styler Priming Mist, I had to give it a shot. It's gluten free, which is a must for me, and it's a clean formula that protects, repairs, and detangles. Plus, it smells incredible! I started with the travel size to test it out but need to upgrade to the full bottle asap. True + Luscious Sheer Halo Velvet Matte Oil Control Pressed Powder has been my secret for touching up my makeup. The talc-free formula is ideal for evening out skin tone and is a must for any artist's kit. My makeup stays locked in, and this powder doesn't pick up any of the texture on my skin. Morgan's Top Picks When I first heard about Superfruit Facial Cream, it sounded so good that I had to try it, and let me tell you, it's magical. This moisturizer is so creamy that it makes me want to take a bath in it. It absorbs well but doesn't disappear throughout the day. It leaves my skin feeling soft but not oily. The Hyaluronic Acid hydrates my skin while AHAs gently tone. It's definitely worth a try! The warmer weather and outside activities are here (sort of). I can't wait to challenge myself this Summer with bold and fun eye makeup! The SUVA Beauty UV Taffies Hydra Liner FX Palette is perfect for just that. The water-activated liners make it easy to apply the long-wearing, vibrant colors. Jessica's Top Picks As a self-proclaimed vampire living in sunny South Florida, I mix the Luxe Tan Tonic Drops in with my moisturizer to give the illusion that my skin does see the light of day. (It works, everyone thinks I spend my days at the beach instead of cooped up indoors!) Your tan is fully customizable; the more drops you apply the deeper your glow will be, making them perfect year round. Skin cancer runs on both sides of my family, so I take no chances yet remain a bronzed beauty. Stage Proof Matte Setting Spray is a MUST HAVE if you too were blessed with being born a "Natural Sweaty Betty". My makeup would be down to my knees in about 4.2 seconds after stepping out my front door on those humid days if it wasn’t for the Stage Proof Matte Setting Spray! Morgan's Top Picks My spring is filled with weddings, I went to three in April alone! The days of makeup sliding down my face while sitting in the sun are long in the past with Danessa Myricks Beauty Dewy Forever Mist. From outdoor ceremonies, to getting hot and sweaty on the dance floor my makeup does not move from the moment I set my face. Danessa Myricks uses key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and cucumber extract to hydrate and soothes skin. I've been loving this setting spray and don't see it leaving my rotation any time soon. My makeup doesn't look its best without FACE atelier Ultra Foundation PRO. From the moment I tried it, this foundation has become my only foundation. I love how skinlike the finish is, and it is so lightweight on my skin that I forget it's there. I have very dry skin and adding powder can leave me looking cakey. The FACE atelier Ultra Foundation PRO sets without a powder so my skin can breathe and the dewy finish leaves me glowing all night! Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our April Top Picks! Holly's Top Picks I have been on the hunt for a good dry shampoo for a while now, and others I tried can sometimes leave my scalp looking very powdery. The Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo refreshes my hair and style without leaving a chalky finish or a white color. I highly recommend it to anyone but especially to those with darker hair! Another product I can't stop using is the Indie Lee Banish Stick. It is very easy to apply, as it has a wand applicator with a stiffer doe foot to allow you to spot treat easily, and the serum is clear. I use the blemish stick under makeup on the days I like to get dolled up, and it doesn't disturb the makeup application whatsoever. It has helped my problem areas tremendously. It's also the perfect size to throw in your purse, gym bag, or makeup bag. Chelsie's Top Picks After watching the latest season of Euphoria, I have been on the search for the perfect brown lip liner. Brown tones for lips usually run too red or too warm on my complexion, and it is nearly impossible to find a shade that felt right to me. Once the Euphoria make-up artist Alexandra French revealed that she used the Make Up For Ever Artist Pencils, my mind was blown. The shade Total Taupe is the perfect neutral, almost leaning toward cool-toned brown lip liner, and it is great for recreating Maddy's iconic looks! The shade Dimensional Dark Brown is an amazing option for richer skin tones. The formula is very creamy but still sturdy enough to control the pencil for a precise line. I can count on it staying on for long periods of time. One of my favorite things about these pencils is that I can use them for eyes, lips, brows, or pretty much anything I want! As the weather warms up, I know many of us rely on powder to keep shine at bay. Talk about silky smooth, the Kett Powders have quickly become my favorite in my kit and for personal use. It sits so naturally on the skin, even on dry skin types, thanks to skin-loving ingredients and the finely milled texture! With the various shades, I can easily build dimension to a complexion look by brightening underneath the eye or building a gradient before applying contour. Calvin's Top Picks Who doesn't love easy glam? Multichromatic shades are all the rage because they give you extra dimension without having to use multiple products! Sydney Grace Multi-Chrome Cream Eyeshadow gives you the easiness of a cream shadow and the drama of multichrome delicousness! Apply alone or over a smoky eye. Take simple looks to the next level. You will look like a pro artist without having to use four eye shadows and six brushes. Just like with the original Cream Shadow formula, these are long-lasting, flake-free, and they're comfortable for all day wear. Warmer weather is here, and nothing beats a beautiful, bronze glow ! We're here to make it easy, effortless, and beautiful. Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Face in Spectrum Bronze covers two things in one product. Yes to glass-glow, dewy skin, and hooray to sunless bronzed radiance! Glass Glow can be used as a radiant primer under foundation or mixed directly into your foundation for a heavenly lit-from-within glow. PRO Tip: Grab your favorite beauty oil or moisturizer, mix in glass glow, and bronze up that body baby! Liz's Top Picks Lately, my skin has been reflecting the stress from everyday life. With the weather changing and my skin needing a refresh, I started using Avene's A-OXitive Antioxidant Water-Cream. Within a few days, I started to see a difference in hydration, texture, and radiance. This has been a game-changer and is great under makeup or alone. I love how lightweight yet hydrating it is, and I have to admit my skin hasn't felt this smooth in a while. My next pick, while it is a newer release, quickly shot to the top of my skincare favorites because it takes a lot to impress me. The Saint Jane Sacred Sleep Overnight Repair Cream with retinol and elderberry intrigued me as soon as I saw the packaging and the ingredients. In addition to CBD and elderberry, it has lavender, violet, orchid, and evening primrose to help brighten, calm, and nourish your skin. The first time I tried it, my skin felt so smooth I had to run my fingers across it twice because I was in disbelief at how effective it was. As if that wasn't enough, the packaging is the icing on the cake! It's luxurious, weighty, and feels like a true treat to use. Maria's Top Picks I have talked about this before, and I will always talk about it because I know I have fellow monolidded beauties out there, and when it comes to shimmery shadows, the struggle can be real! My mobile lid folds underneath the hooded part of my eyelid, so shimmery shades go through extra wear and tear throughout the day. I used to have a harder time wearing anything finer than a true shimmer (in other words, microglitter was a big no-no for me), but the Karla Cosmetics Fix Potion primer changed all of that. It's a clear hydrating primer that is not tacky, yet it somehow grabs pigment and shimmer (and yes, microglitter, too!) and locks it in place. I can finally wear those beautiful shimmery shades without the fear of fallout! Being a true beauty lover, I am the type that dives deeply into a brand or product once I find a great formula. We recently added Jason Wu Beauty to our family of brands, and I purchased one of the blush trios (in the shade Sexed), and it was love at first swipe. They have great pigmentation that applies evenly, have sleek packaging (with a mirror!) that is easy to pack away into your kit or vanity, and here's the best part. They're less than $20 per trio! Naturally, I bought all of the shades available and cannot wait to see what else the team at Jason Wu Beauty comes out with! If you have a skin tone similar to mine, I highly recommend Sexed (has a peachy coral shimmer, rosy flushed pink, and a bronzed rose) and Babe From St. Tropez (fleshy peach nude, dusty rose, and vibrant punchy orange coral) for the perfect summer trio. Morgan's Top Picks After washing my face, I like to follow up with cleansing water or micellar water to remove any excess makeup and dirt for the day. Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water is super light, gentle, and feels amazing. It doesn't leave a film nor leave my skin irritated, and although it's gentle, it is mighty. It's formulated with antioxidants to protect your skin, and it also has White Birch Sap that helps reduce inflammation and provides extra hydration. That's important to me because I have skin that gets dry quickly throughout the day. To get the full effect of being in a spa, their pure cotton pads are the perfect pairing. Speaking of my dry skin, I find it hard to retain and feel moisturized as the day goes on, so I'm always trying different moisturizers to help problem areas. Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Balm is also gentle on the skin and leaves me feeling smooth. I also have two younger children, and I am very careful of the products I put on them. This moisturizer is formulated to be safe for all skin types and ages, and it's formulated without any harmful ingredients, so I use it on them, too! I found this is a good option for their nightly routine. Jessica's Top Picks I am a minimalist when It comes to my daily makeup routine, so I kind of cheated and had to name a previous favorite again (trust me, it's THAT good)! My beauty routine lately has consisted of just three products: Jason Wu Free Da Brow, a CC Cream, and a lip balm. Free Da Brow helps tame my eyebrow hairs while giving slight definition with a hint of color. The formula is water-resistant, so I never have to worry about my eyebrows smudging or melting off. For the last 3 years, I have refused to try any other tinted moisturizer because of how much I loved another popular CC Cream. After being convinced I needed to try this out, I figured it couldn't hurt to switch it up but assumed it would be a waste because of my undying love for that CC cream. Turns out, I was wrong (and I'm never wrong)! The Smashbox Halo Tinted Moisturizer far exceeded my expectations, and provides medium coverage with a PERFECT summer glow 🤩. With SPF 25 in the formula, I can nourish, protect, AND look flawless with this one product. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our March Top Picks! Stacy's Top Picks I am obsessed with eyebrow products. I found my newest obsession with the Jason Wu Beauty Wu-Brow Everlasting Love. This product looks so natural on the brow and wears all day. It has a gel-like texture in a tube with a brush applicator. I love using this when I create a fluffy eyebrow look. I comb my eyebrow hairs up and set them with an eyebrow gel that has a stronger hold. I then take a small amount of the gel with a thin eyeliner brush to paint eyebrow hairs in the sparse areas. This is one of the only products I tried that doesn't move the product underneath nor looks crusty after applying. The Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Serum Foundation gives the most delicious-looking finish and coverage. I have a normal skin type that is prone to an occasional shine in my t-zone. The glow this leaves never looks greasy. The foundation is light in texture but packs a shocking amount of pigment. The coverage and finish leave my skin looking like yummy, healthy skin. Chelsie's Top Picks As much as I am a fan of graphic liner looks, my shaky hands always make it a very lengthy process to perfect the lines. I found using the Gavissi GV04 Liner Brush has helped make this process so much easier. The length and fineness of this brush allow for more fluid movements and precision when creating the lines. One swipe and I've got the perfect shape created! I can use Danessa Myricks Beauty ColorFix 24HR Cream Color Nudes as an eyeshadow base, concealer, and to create faux bleached brows. I was happily surprised to find no creasing ever occurred when I used it for an eye base and concealer. I don't necessarily need to set this with powder, but when I do, it still feels extremely weightless. Calvin's Top Picks I love the look of dewy skin look but hate the sticky feeling that sometimes comes along with it. The Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Glow Serum is a beautiful luminous formula packed with niacinamide and vitamin C. Your skin will not only look healthy, but it will also feel healthy. I love that you can use this product as a primer or on top of makeup as a liquid highlighter. However you use it, your skin will love it. The Make Up For Ever HD Skin foundation looks like skin, feels like skin, and breathes like skin. The new formulation gives you flawless coverage without hiding your skin. It's waterproof, sweat-resistant, and vegan. This cleaner foundation formula contains a micro-skin technology that syncs with your skin for a true-to-life undetectable look. Expect medium to full coverage, semi-matte, weightless dry down. Liz's Top Picks The Skyn Iceland Nordic Skin Peel is so gentle yet effective. I can easily work this peel into my skincare routine at night 2-3 times per week. My skin responds really well to the lactic acid and fruit enzymes. I can honestly see a difference in my skin’s texture and tone after using it. The By Terry Brightening CC Palette in Beach Bomb is the perfect palette to have to go into spring and summer. It is so convenient to have my bronzer, blush, and highlighter in one beautiful palette. The By Terry powders never look dry on my skin since they contain skincare ingredients that leave my skin with a naturally radiant finish. Maria's Top Picks Of all of the setting sprays I've used, the Skindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing Spray provides the prettiest natural to a slightly satin finish and keeps my makeup looking fresh all day. It's gentle enough for daily use, and it has such a fine refreshing sprayer that gives the lightest mist that applies evenly! Ever since I tried Viseart's eyeshadow formula, it quickly became my eyeshadow brand of choice. I replaced a majority of my other palettes with theirs, and while I loved the slim pro palette format, I didn't always need that large of the palette. As a true beauty enthusiast, I love smaller palettes and the ability to custom create palettes for travel, personal use, and just the overall creativity the magnetic pans allow for. That's why I'm loving the new Petites Mattes eyeshadow collection! My favorites are Petites Matte Neutral and Petites Mattes Milieu for everyday palettes and Petites Mattes Dark for a richer assortment of earthy and jewel tones that you cannot find from any other brand. Morgan's Top Picks After using the Senna Moisture Mist, I immediately fell in love with it! My skin is extremely dry, and I love that I can rehydrate my face throughout the day without having to worry about my makeup melting off from a spray. My skin immediately looks and feels refreshed and hydrated after I use it. It is a great product to have for a little pick-me-up since there is a slight cooling sensation after applying it. The Philip B Peppermint Avocado Scalp Scrub leaves my scalp and hair feeling amazing The sea salt chunks are exfoliating but gentle. The scrub lathers nicely and leaves my hair feeling soft. My scalp never felt so clean, plus it smells great. Jessica's Top Picks I am a minimalist when it comes to my daily makeup routine. My beauty routine consists of 3 products Jason Wu Free Da Brow, a CC Cream, and a lip balm. This helps tame my eyebrow hairs while giving a slight definition with a hint of color. The formula is water-resistant, so I never have to worry about my eyebrows smudging or melting off. I use Jason Wu Beauty Good Night Mr. Wu Lip Mask every single day. The Shea Butter, Vitamin E, Jojoba Seed Oil instantly nourish my lips. My lips are so soft in the morning. I also use it on occasion during the day because it is that good. Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, or skincare routine? Our team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. This month, we're featuring our top self care picks as part of Self Care Week, and we're proud to include different types of beauty products including skincare, hair care, and even makeup. The most important part of finding a self care routine is finding what soothes your soul, helps you unwind and relax, or what gives you that extra pep in your step! That's why we are sharing our top self care picks to get Camera Ready! Stacy's Top Picks I suffer from seasonal allergies, so my eyes are always slightly puffy even after 8 hours of sleep. The Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels are a lifesaver for instantly reducing my under-eye bags. I love these patches because they never fall apart, and they stay in place after I apply them. The cooling effect instantly perks up my undereye area and the gel is so soothing. These are great to apply before applying makeup or anytime you want to unwind. There is something about a classic bold red lip that instantly boosts confidence. I love the Senna Lip Fetish Matte Liquid Lipstick in the shade “ heartthrob.” This is such a beautiful classic red. The formula is so comfortable on the lips. It never makes my lips look or feel dry. Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels LEARN MORE Senna Matte Fixation Lipstick LEARN MORE Chelsie's Top Picks As an esthetician, I've had a very long history of constantly sanitizing and cleaning my hands between services. Safe to say, that amount has increased and the cold weather has been no friend to my very dry skin. I constantly find my hands extremely irritated, dry, and raw feeling, which is definitely not fun. I've been applying Bioderma Atoderm Cream multiple times throughout the day, and instantly my hands feel soothed and smooth again! It doesn’t feel heavy nor greasy, so I am still able to work throughout the day comfortably. Since this cream is actually an occlusive moisturizer, I've found that it's actually helped restore my protective barrier and the strength of my skin! Pastel colors make me happy, so I felt immediately drawn to the Gavissi UV Pastel Rainbow 6 Color Split Liner! It has six fun colors packed into a slim container, so this size is perfect for my kit. Not to mention they are extremely opaque, which can be hard to find with pastel shades. I can mix shades to create a new one, use them as liners, and as face/body paints. They are also UV reactive and glow under black light. I have so much fun with these! Bioderma Atoderm Cream LEARN MORE Gavissi UV Pastel Rainbow 6 Color Split Liner LEARN MORE Calvin's Top Picks Koh Gen Do Cleansing Water Cloths are unlike any other facial wipes. These are made of pure, unprocessed cotton, and will not strip or dry out the skin. I use these on models before their makeup application, and the soothing effect of the cloth and the pleasant aroma really helps elevate the overall experience. These wipes are also a great first step when double-cleansing to remove makeup. Koh Gen Do Herbal Spa Mist is my go-to for getting a model's skin quickly hydrated. I also use this to set finished makeup for a more skin-like appearance. The thermal water, botanicals, and nutrients instantly balance the skin’s moisture. As a pro tip, I spray the mist on a cotton swab or wedge sponge and use it to clean up liquid liner or remove mascara smudges. Koh Gen Do Cleansing Water Cloth 10 pack LEARN MORE Koh Gen Do Herbal Spa Mist LEARN MORE Liz's Top Picks When Indie Lee launched their Nourishing Lip Tint, I knew I had to try it. So many lip tints dry out my lips or do not offer flattering colors. I decided to try the color “Play” as it is more of a neutral pink, and the minute I put this on, I was impressed. As I continue to wear it, my lips maintain their hydration without becoming dry and the color is beautiful. I also love that it’s not as shiny as some balmy tints. It has become my go-to everyday lip, and I even recently purchased the color “Evoke” for days I want a little more depth. I usually struggle with finding a moisturizer that is truly hydrating without being too heavy in the winter, and I have fallen in love with the Avène A-OXitive Antioxidant Water-Cream. It's a perfect balance of hydration and contains powerful antioxidants that help fight stressed skin while giving my skin a healthy glow. As a mom and boss that is always on the go, it's everything I need in a bottle. Plus, it works perfectly under my foundation for a flawless finish. Who could ask for more? Indie Lee Nourishing Lip Tint LEARN MORE Avène A-OXitive Antioxidant Water-Cream LEARN MORE Maria's Top Picks I recently entered my late 30s, and I've noticed my heavily hooded monolids have changed in shape as I've gotten older. My NuFACE journey began two years ago when I first started seeing my eyelids looking "heavier", and I can see a difference. I like using the device with the ELE attachment to help lift my eyelid area, and the regular attachment helps sculpt my cheekbones. If I'm in a hurry, I opt for the NuFACE FIX for a temporary lift, but the Trinity has been the go-to treatment that I perform at least three times a week. I, like many others, experienced hair-loss related to stress the first year of the pandemic, and I actually developed a small balding patch toward the front of my hairline. After talking with our pros, I learned that inflammation of the hair follicles can cause the hair loss that I was experiencing. I started using the Fitish Plumping Hair Serum once a day, and I started seeing results in just one month. Now, that hair has completely grown back, and it has improved the overall health of my hair. I now have a backup bottle of this, at all times, because I never want to be without it again. It has a pleasant fresh scent, is weightless, has no discernable texture, so you won't be left with any residue. It actually gives your hair volume, too!   Face NuFACE Trinity Pro Facial Toning Kit + ELE Blush LEARN MORE Fitish Beauty Hair Plumping Serum LEARN MORE Morgan's Top Picks The winter is always tough on my skin. Between the cold and the heat to keep warm, my skin can't retain enough moisture. I've been focusing on finding time for myself as a new mom, and my skin routine is my time to relax. I have recently started using the Avène Thermal Spring Water after washing my face to calm any problem areas and help retain moisture. I even use it after I apply my makeup to set it and add extra hydration. I definitely like convenience, so when I find a product that can eliminate multiple steps I usually take that option. I've found that the Stila One Step Correct helps reduce my redness, brightens my skin, and gives a slight blurring effect. I love that I can use it as a primer when I wear foundation or even wear it alone on my no makeup days. Avène Thermal Spring Water LEARN MORE Stila One Step Correct LEARN MORE Jessica's Top Picks I LOVE using St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Vitamins Face Serum during the colder months when my skin looks and feels like it needs a boost of vitamins and some sun! I was hesitant at first as my skin is super sensitive, but this formula didn't cause any breakouts nor irritation. It gave me a natural color and a beautiful glow! I give this product a 10 out of 10. Being a working mom with a toddler (SOS), I, like most parents, don't get as much sleep as I would like. To combat the gorgeous “designer” bags that come with parenthood, the Fraîcheur Paris Ice Globes not only FEEL amazing but really do the trick to calm down my tired eyes! I always have these on standby in the freezer. St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Vitamins Face Serum LEARN MORE Fraîcheur Paris Ice Globes Blue LEARN MORE Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, of skincare routine? Or team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our January Top Picks! Stacy's Top Picks I recently picked up one of Danessa Myricks' Inifinte Gemstone Kits from her holiday collection, and I am loving the new Infinite Chrome Pencils! In particular, I've been loving the shades Opal and Jade. The formula is great and doesn't tug at your skin, and it's easy and fun fun to put in the waterline to open up my eye with a subtle multichrome iridescence. They have such a precise tip, and the formula is waterproof. If you've been wanting to dip your toe into the multichrome trend, this is hands down the way to go. My other top pick for the month will probably make you laugh. I bought the L.A. Girl PRO Color Foundation Mixing Pigment in the shade white because I wanted an easy-to-use product to turn my husband's eyebrows and beard white for a quick change Santa Claus during the holidays. It worked out perfectly. I then started using a small amount with my foundation since it is a tad bit dark this time of year, and it worked liek a charm. The formula is incredibly pigmented but easy to blend. It works perfectly with both my liquid and cream foundations to create a perfect match. This product is great to have in your personal makeup collection or in your artist kit. Plus, it's super affordable. If you've struggled like many others to find your perfect winter shade, add a tiny bit of this to your favorite summer foundations for a custom match! Danessa Myricks Infinite Chrome Pencils LEARN MORE L.A. Girl Color Mixing Pigment LEARN MORE Chelsie's Top Picks When it comes to complexion products, I always strive to achieve a natural, skin-like finish, and Danessa Myricks Beauty Balm Contour makes it so easy! It is formulated with some of my favorite skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E, so the formula is ultra-creamy and blendable. It essentially does my job for me! I have a history of acne-prone and extremely dry skin, so in the past, it had been very difficult to find a contour product that doesn't look muddy or emphasize my dryness. That's why Beauty Balm Contour is a game-changer. It performs well on different skin types. This looks undetectable on the skin while still providing a gorgeous warmth and dimension to your look! In terms of my kit, there is such a wide variety of shades and undertones, so I know I can rely on this product and will never run into a moment where I can't find a shade for someone. As a licensed esthetician and makeup professional, I look for double-duty products and am ALL about hydration! Senna's Moisture Mist is the perfect toner because it balances the skin's pH, provides soothing hydration, and contains plenty of antioxidants to enrich your skin and protect it against environmental stressors. It also helps your serums and moisturizers to penetrate deeper into your skin and is great over makeup as a refresher or to blend out any powders. With Aloe, Hyaluronic Acid, and Lavender Oil, it really is the perfect combination of ingredients packed into a mist! Danessa Myricks Beauty Balm Contour LEARN MORE Senna Moisture Mist LEARN MORE Calvin's Top Picks Have you ever heard the saying, " it's not your makeup it's your tools"? It's a phrase that I live by. I recently added the MYKITCO My Flawless Face Brush 0.22 to apply foundation to my clients, and it makes me wonder what took me so long to try it! It glides across the skin and allows you to buff product faster for a smoother finish regardless of the coverage. You can kiss patches and streaks goodbye, and your blending time will be cut in half! PRO Tip: Dot your liquid foundation onto the main points of your face like the cheeks, forehead, and chin. Grab the Flawless Face Brush and your favorite setting spray. Give the brush a light spritz and blend out your foundation. You've now given your complexion a long-wear, flawless finish. For my other top pick this month, I have to give a shout out to a powder that may seem like a splurge but is well worth it. The By Terry Colorless Hydra-Care Powder is a makeup artist's dream because it works with pretty much any foundation formula and is so finely milled that it's essentially weightless. It won't look nor feel like you're wearing powder, but it sets the makeup beautifully and increases the wear time for everyday use or for the biggest events. You won't have flashback, and it's one of those products that look better as the day goes on. For a convenient on-the-go option, they also offer a pressed powder compact. MYKITCO My Flawless Face Brush 0.22 LEARN MORE By Terry Colorless Hydra-Care Powder LEARN MORE Liz's Top Picks This past summer, I experienced an insane allergic reaction. I spent months working to heal the damage done to my face and upper body. During my reaction, nothing would calm my skin or create the soothing effects I was looking for. Right before this happened, I had started trying out Saint Jane Beauty. After trying countless recommendations from my General Practitioner, Allergist, and Dermatologist, I decided to put my Saint Jane products to the test, and I wasn't disappointed. My skin started to calm down and heal. It was a relief, and as I have healed, I continue to use Saint Jane's Luxury Beauty Serum and Body Serum daily. It gives my skin the most beautiful, healthy glow, and it even helps my skin look flawless when I put on makeup. Some days, I go makeup-free and get compliments on my skin. I can't think of any other products that have made such a positive impact on my skin. For hair care, I've been really enjoying Sachajuan's Leave In Conditioner. I have fine color-treated hair that needs a lot of moisturizing products to feel soft and look bouncy. It's incredibly lightweight, and that's important for my fine but thick color-treated hair. It also helps control frizz and flyaways, adds shine, and refreshes my style if I give my hair a quick mist throughout the day. Saint Jane Luxury Beauty Serum LEARN MORE Sachajuan Leave In Conditioner LEARN MORE Lauren's Top Picks As a makeup artist, I have tried a lot of different blush formulas, and pigmentation and long-wear are essential. The Lethal Cosmetics MAGNETIC Face Powder Blushes have been an amazing addition to my kit because they check all the boxes for what I need in a blush and offer unique colors that work on a variety of skin tones! From rich wine shades to face brightening coral, orange, and even a yellow-toned blush, you'll be able to create a unique flush that will brighten up any look. A kit staple and personal favorite for my own routine during the winter season is Embryolisse Creme Exfoliante. It's no secret that Embryolisse makes a lot of makeup artist staples! This creamy cleanser is ideal for all skin types because it has microspheres that provide gentle physical exfoliation along with hyaluronic acid, vitamins A, E, and F, and other nourishing ingredients. It's the perfect way to revitalize your skin and give you a healthy glow no matter how dull, dreary, or cold the weather may be outside! Lethal Cosmetics MAGNETIC Face Powder Blush LEARN MORE Embryolisse Creme Exfoliante LEARN MORE Morgan's Top Picks The True + Luscious Lucky Glow Palette is extremely pigmented, and when I say the highlighters glow, I mean they GLOW. The texture is smooth and lightweight, and it doesn't emphasize my skin's natural texture. When it comes to mascara, I'm always trying new formulas. On me, mascaras usually smudge, flake, or are messy to apply. However, when I tried the Smashbox Super Fan Mascara, I was impressed both from the very first time I tried it and have made it my go-to mascara for several months now! I've been using this mascara for a few months now, and my lashes still look like the first application. It's one of those great formulas that isn't too wet or too dry, helps keep my lashes separated, doesn't flake nor smudge, and gives me everything I want when it comes to my lashes! I know I'll be repurchasing this again and again! True + Luscious Lucky Glow Palette LEARN MORE Smashbox Super Fan Mascara LEARN MORE Jessica's Top Picks As a licensed cosmetologist who did hair for over a decade, it's safe to say I am picky when it comes to my hair care products! I have a sensitive scalp that can get very dry yet also oily from the South Florida humidity, and I think I've tested just about every brand for hair care there is! When my scalp is feeling a bit on the more oily side, I must say I LOVE using the Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo. It truly gives you that "squeaky clean" feeling and really helps with any product build-up! As I don't wash my hair daily, I rely on Oribe's Gold Lust Dry Shampoo. It smells amazing, and it doesn't leave that white residue most dry shampoos leave. I have dark brown hair, and it's hard to find a dry shampoo that is undetectable! With this product, I am able to go longer between washes without looking like I really need a wash... don't judge me, if you know you KNOW. Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo LEARN MORE Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo LEARN MORE Maria's Top Picks When it comes to complexion products, I tend to stick to my tried and true. I am in my late 30s and have normal skin that's slightly dry leaning in the winter, and I prefer foundations that are perfecting and that give me natural-looking coverage without feeling heavy. If the formula has added skincare benefits, that's the icing on the cake, and Jouer's Essential High Coverage Creme Foundation checks all of those boxes! I don't know how they did it, but this liquid foundation is more pigmented than any other foundation I've ever tried while still feeling like you're not wearing makeup. A half pump can cover my entire face, and once it sets, it's there all day. It's one of those formulas that actually gets more natural-looking and beautiful as the day goes on, and I have found that I don't even have to set it! For reference, my other favorites include Joe Blasco Ultrabase, RCMA Liquid Foundation, and Chanel Ultra Le Teint. The other product I haven't been able to stop using this month goes hand in hand with my other pick! When it comes to foundation, I'm that person that prefers to blend it out with fingertips or the Dose of Colors Penpoint Beauty Sponge. However, I have added the PRO Multiblender to my complexion routine because it gives my creamier foundations like Joe Blasco Ultrabase & RCMA Liquid Foundation the prettiest natural finish and blends them out better than any other tool I've ever used. Additionally, it gives me extra play-time for foundations that set faster than others (like the Jouer Essential High Coverage Creme Foundation). The texture of this sponge is unlike anything I've ever used! It's so bouncy and almost squishy feeling, so it's incredibly comfortable and fun to use. I have also found that I prefer to use it dry because it gives me a smooth finish that you'd expect from other beauty sponges that have been wet, so it's the ultimate tool in any situation (in my gym bag, for quick application, travel, etc.)! Jouer Essential High Coverage Creme Foundation LEARN MORE Camera Ready PRO Multiblender LEARN MORE Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. To learn more about our top picks from 2021, click here. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, of skincare routine? Or team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our December Top Picks! Stacy's Top Picks I was on the hunt for a long time for an eyelash curler after the SHU UEMURA Eyelash Curler became almost extinct in the US. My search was over when I found the Kevyn Aucoin The Eyelash Curler. This eyelash curler perfectly curls my eyelashes without bending them or pinching my eyelids. I’ve been using the Dose of Colors Meet Your Hue Concealer for months, and it has become my go-to concealer for every makeup look. I love the coverage it gives and how it wears throughout the day. On my lazy makeup days, I use it to even out the tone on my eyelids and set it with banana powder. This concealer never looks cakey on me. Kevyn Aucoin - The Eyelash Curler LEARN MORE Dose of Colors Meet Your Hue Concealer LEARN MORE Chelsie's Top Picks As a working makeup artist, my kit can get pretty heavy fairly quickly. The Vueset Seneca Palette has been a life and back saver. I use multiple palettes to condense my gel liners, brow pomades, and creme colors for a fraction of the space and weight. Vuesets are airtight, so I never have to worry about the products drying out. The Z-Palette Z-Potter has been another game-changer in the process of condensing my kit. It is hassle-free and user friendly. You simply place a palette on top, turn it on, and it safely melts the glue holding each pan in place so I can remove the pans without breaking the product. I am able to depot nearly everything I can imagine without burning my fingertips or damaging my makeup. Vueset Seneca Empty Palette - 6 Sections LEARN MORE Z-Palette Z Potter LEARN MORE Calvin's Top Picks As a Pro Makeup Artist, having a full matte palette is a staple in my kit. With the Viseart Grande Pro 1X Palette, I can do so much more than just eyeshadow. I can use these eyeshadow shades for eyebrows, blush, contour, and highlight. This slim and powerful palette allows me to work more efficiently. The Chella Eyebrow Cream is my go-to for a fast, full, and natural-looking eyebrow. This brow cream is so easy to apply, the texture is lightweight, and the formula is smudge proof. You will be shocked at how pigmented it is. I am obsessed with the unique packaging and the convenient built-in brush applicator. There are so many delicious shades to choose from including a beautiful grey. Viseart Grande Pro 1X Palette LEARN MORE Chella Eyebrow Cream LEARN MORE Liz's Top Picks The Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Concealer is perfect for the days I do not want to wear foundation. I use it to brighten my under eye area and to spot conceal around the face. The concealer blends perfectly into my skin and wears all-day. I love the Meloway Mascara! The mascara applicator is unlike anything else on the market. I can bend the brush in different directions to give my lashes volume and lift. I used this trick with disposable mascara wands when applying mascara on clients when I was a makeup artist. The Meloway Mascara comes in great color options like Mint Crème, Cherry Color, and Super Black. Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Concealer LEARN MORE Meloway Your Way Mascara LEARN MORE Lauren's Top Picks I know with Ilios Lighting Beauty Ring I have the perfect lighting in any environment or situation. It has the brightest light settings I have ever seen! I can use the light with the mirror to apply my makeup or easily remove the mirror to attach my phone to take pictures. There is even an additional light stand option I can attach to use as makeup light when I do makeup on others. This light is so versatile and has been a great investment both personally and professionally. The StunnerBee Beauty Boss Backpack is perfect for any job or occasion. There are so many compartments that allow me to organize my kit so effortlessly, plus, it's super cute and look like a fashionable accessory. Ilios Lighting Beauty Ring LEARN MORE StunnerBee Beauty Boss Backpack LEARN MORE Morgan's Top Picks The Cozzette Lip Synergy Lip Gloss is a great way to complete my look when I want to add some color to my lips. These glosses are very pigmented without feeling sticky. I love how comfortable they are to wear and how rarely I have to touch up the color. The Gavissi 3 Color Split Liners are great for an everyday eyelook or for a fun pop of color. I find these water-activated liners are easy to use and convenient to travel with. I love that I have multiple eyeliner options in one mini palette. Cozzette Lip Synergy Lip Gloss LEARN MORE Gavissi Caramel 3 Color Split Liner LEARN MORE Jessica's Top Picks I LOVE the Jouer Lip Enhancer Shine Balm. I am not usually a lipstick person, but this product goes on like a lipstick but feels like a lip balm. I love the hint of color this gives to my lips while leaving them hydrated. The Jouer Bloom, Bronze & Glow Bronzer + Highlighter Duo stick is a necessity when I travel. It is a two in one product in a convenient stick. I love the flexibility I have with the color payoff and how easy it is to blend. I can use it during the daytime for a natural glow or build it up for a full face look for a night on the town. Jouer Essential Lip Enhancer Shine Balm LEARN MORE Jouer Bloom, Bronze & Glow Bronzer + Highlighter Duo LEARN MORE Maria's Top Picks I had been searching for the perfect eyeshadow brush to apply my shimmery eyeshadows. The Jillian Dempsey Mini Fan Brush exceeded all my expectations! I can use it to diffuse and blend out the edges of my eyeshadow looks. When it comes the pearly and shimmery shades it not only buffs on the product but gives it an extra lustrous shine. The brush shape is so unique and the bristles are so soft. I've even considered purchasing a second one because I love this brush so much. Anytime one of my makeup loving friends asks me which palette I recommend, 9 times out of 10, it's the Viseart Neutral Mattes 2. This palette does it all for me. It has shades that are perfect to fill in my brows. In a pinch, I can even bronze with it or add a hint of a peach or pink blush. I've hit the pan on several shades because I use this palette as a staple in so many of my eyeshadow looks. Jillian Dempsey Mini Fan Brush LEARN MORE Viseart Neutral Mattes 2: Milieu Palette LEARN MORE Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, of skincare routine? Or team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 

At Camera Ready, we take pride in offering the best products in the industry and have incredibly high standards for the makeup, tools, skincare, and hair care we have within our own collections. That's why we are sharing our top picks to get Camera Ready! Enjoy learning more about our October Top Picks! Stacy's Top Picks My top picks this month have a common theme; they're both a great value, and they're long-lasting! The Sydney Grace Cream Shadows are great for my lazy makeup days or for days I want full glam. I can use them alone for a hint of color on my lid or use them with my powder shadows as a base. They are long-wearing and have great color options. My favorite shades are "My Bond" & "Starry Night" because they have a subtle color shift. My other top pick is a makeup artist favorite, but it's a must-have in your personal routine, too! Mehron Skin Prep Pro is my go-to product when I know I am going to need my makeup to last no matter the situation. It helps your makeup stay on in extreme humidity and extends the wear time. I made sure I used it while getting ready for my wedding last month, and my makeup stayed in place the entire event and beyond! I apply it like a toner to my face, wait five minutes, and then I apply my makeup. It's like a layer of reassurrance my makeup will stay put. I will definitely be using this under my Halloween looks this year, too! Sydney Grace Cream Shadow LEARN MORE Mehron Skin Prep Pro LEARN MORE Chelsie's Top Picks I love this time of the year because special effects take center stage; and in my opinion, the gorier, the better! Ben Nye Fresh Scab adds amazing dimension and the perfect finishing touch to any scar or wound. It has the perfect "chunky" texture and consistency to level up any look. The brownish tint it has makes it look ultra-realistic, as well! When it comes to creating cuts and wounds or even blending the edges on a prosthetic piece, 3rd Degree Silicone has saved me so many times. There is a translucent formula that allows my cuts to look more life-like, and I can either mix or apply foundation on top to be a perfect match for the skin. This blends like a dream and gives you a little bit of playtime before drying down. I never experience any hard edges while using this, and you do not need to warm up this product to soften it or worry about accidentally breaking apart. It is super stable yet very comfortable and lightweight once it has cured. Ben Nye Fresh Scab LEARN MORE 3rd Degree Silicone Modeling Compound LEARN MORE Calvin's Top Picks Let's talk about makeup artist must-haves. My kit never hurts my back because I believe in multifunctional products. The Danessa Myricks Waterproof Cream Essentials palette is a waterproof cream palette with all your must-have neutral tones. The possibilities and combinations are endless. You can contour, bronze, create custom lip color or eyeshadow, conceal, and highlight. You can carry individual products if you want, but why? If you haven't tried the Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencils yet, why not? I promise you'll fall in love. They are your go to for lip liner, eyeliner, can be blended out to be an eye shadow, blush, and even for special effects. Yup! These pencils can do just about anything. Danessa Myricks Beauty Waterproof Cream Essentials Palette LEARN MORE Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencils LEARN MORE Mariel's Top Picks One of my all-time favorite foundations is the Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation. When applying, it feels so weightless but I love how smooth and versatile the coverage is. I can leave it with minimal coverage and a healthy glow or build up to full coverage with the same weightless feel and long-lasting wear time To set my foundation, I have been absolutely loving the new Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Matte Setting Powder! It makes such a difference in mattifying and setting my makeup without feeling or looking heavy and dry. It gives the perfect natural matte finish. I lean on the combo/oily side for my skin type, so this has been amazing for keeping my makeup in place and smoothing out pores and imperfections. Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation LEARN MORE Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Matte Setting Powder LEARN MORE Liz's Top Picks In my opinion, some of the best products are ones that are versatile. Right now, I am living for the Rituel de Fille Black Orb Enigmatic Kohl Eyeliner. I love to pair it with the Senna's Winged Liner Brush for a playful liner look. Over the last few weeks, I have also found it creates the perfect smokey eye in conjunction with Senna's Smudger Brush. The formula is a unique cream with depth unlike any other liner I have tried. If you are still looking for the perfect liner or just want something new to try, this might just be what you are looking for. Senna Stylus #41 Winged Liner Brush LEARN MORE Rituel de Fille The Black Orb Enigmatic Kohl Liner in Abyss LEARN MORE Lauren's Top Picks One of my favorite things to do when it comes to makeup is complexion! I personally love complexion products that have a natural skin finish. Kevyn Aucoin Etherealist Skin Illuminating Foundation and Make Up For Ever Matte Velvet Skin Concealer are a few of my current top faves that gives me the look I desire. The Kevyn Aucoin foundation offers medium to buildable coverage with the perfect touch of radiance. I like how I can adjust how much coverage I am needing based on the imperfections I want to cover. The Make Up For Ever Concealer has great full coverage! I sometimes even wear this concealer alone when I want to achieve a no-makeup look. It's feels very lightweight and is long-lasting with its water-proof formula. Kevyn Aucoin The Etherealist Skin Illuminating Foundation LEARN MORE Make Up For Ever Matte Velvet Skin Concealer LEARN MORE Morgan's Top Picks I have been loving the Embryolisse Hydra-Cream Light moisturizer in my morning routine. It absorbs easily into my skin and feels great under my makeup. It's so lightweight that I don't feel like I have a lot of product on after getting ready for the day, but the hydration it provides keeps my skin looking healthy and glowy well into the night. I've been constantly reaching for the Kryolan Glamour Glow 8 Color Palette in the shade Bridal. The pigment is phenomenal, and it has the perfect shades for everyday use. From soft petal pinks to bronze tones that warm the complexion, this palette has the perfect shades for so many different skin tones. Embryolisse Hydra-Cream Light LEARN MORE Kryolan Glamour Glow 8 Color Palette LEARN MORE Jessica's Top Picks My top picks this month are all about self care. After a long day of work, I love to relax and unwind with the Indie Lee I-Recover Mind and Body Gel. It soothes sore muscles like no other and has an aromatherapeutic scent! Some days, I even treat myself to it up to four times a day. It is a bit addicting! If I am in the mood for a little extra TLC, the Milk + Honey Bath Bombs are the perfect treat. They're gentle on my sensitive skin and are infused with essential oils for a spa-like retreat in the comfort of my home. Plus, they make great gifts. Milk + Honey Bath Bomb LEARN MORE Indie Lee I-Recover Mind & Body Gel LEARN MORE Maria's Top Picks It takes a lot to impress me because I've worked hard to curate my collection, but these two products really wowed me from day one! The Dose of Colors Stay Glossy Lip Gloss is the best gloss for the price - it's hydrating, feels plush on the lips (instead of sticky), and has a slight marshmallow scent. Joe Blasco Dermaceal is the complexion product I've been searching for. The phrase "good things come in small packages" definitely applies to this highly pigmented complexion product because I have never found a complexion product that is this pigmented yet is still easy to blend! It covers my stubborn sun spots with ease while still feeling lightweight! I use the shade medium, and I honestly may not need another complexion product thanks to this amazing product. There are other shades including shades available, and I am researching which one I want to get next. Joe Blasco even filmed a video to help you figure out which shade is best for you! Dose of Colors Stay Glossy Lip Gloss LEARN MORE Joe Blasco Dermaceal LEARN MORE Feeling Inspired? Ready to experience the products we can't get enough of? Click here to start exploring or top picks or click below to discover more great products. Want to create your perfect makeup, hair care, of skincare routine? Or team of Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to send them a message! EXPLORE HAIR CARE EXPLORE SKINCARE EXPLORE SKINCARE TOOLS About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.