12 Universally Flattering Makeup Products That Makeup Artists Swear By

“This hypermetallic pigmented cream can be used on the eyes, cheeks, and décolleté on all skin tones for a gorgeous gold shimmer! It isn't too yellow or too green. It’s the perfect rich gold!” — Kelli J. Bartlett, director of artistry at Glamsquad

Laura Geller Baked Gelato Swirl Illuminator in Gilded Honey ($26)

“I love this product because it works on all skin tones and can be mixed with foundation and moisturizer or used on its own. It is iridescent (vs. shimmery or glittery), so it also works well for film and print. I use it a lot for my red carpet clients.” — Margina Dennis, makeup artist

Bodyography Radiance Liquid Luminizer ($23)

“A bright, peach-toned blush adds a healthy vibrancy to every skin tone. This color stick from Chanel is the perfect universal peach and I love the creamy, blendable texture.” — Geoffrey Rodriguez, celebrity makeup artist

Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Colour Stick ($45)

“I am addicted to this pencil because it matches every color eyebrows. It’s also extremely easy to apply and doesn’t look heavy like some other eyebrow products can.” — Kyriaki Savrani, makeup artist

Dior Diorshow Brow Styler in Universal Brown ($29)

"This tomato red is universally flattering because it brings out warmth in porcelain skin, brightens medium-olive ladies, and packs enough punch for darker skin tones. It's also super long-wearing and smooth, so it glides on to the driest of lips and stays put, even during makeup meltdowns." — Ashleigh Ciucci, makeup artist

Giorgio Armani Rouge D' Armani Lipstick in Red Fire ($38)

“As a makeup artist, I tend to shy away from 'universally flattering' product selections since skin tones vary so greatly. That said, there is one product that offers 100 percent universally flattering results, and that's this oil from Biossance. It's wonderful on all skin types (truly!) and imparts a great glow. When mixed on the back of your hand with a few swipes of lipstick, it also creates a sheer wash of color that you can use as a blush!" — Katey Denno, celebrity makeup artist

Biossance 100% Squalane Oil ($58)

“This highlighter is a gorgeous light rose gold with peachy undertones. It gives a wonderfully radiant finish, and the shimmer is finely milled so you won't see big chunks of glitter in it. This causes it to look very natural. It looks gorgeous and peachy on lighter skin tones and brings out a warm gold glow on deeper skin tones. It's a must have for all of my clients!” — Anne Hauter, professional makeup artist

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter in Champagne Pop ($38)

“This lip liner from Marc Jacobs has amazing color and texture! It lasts a long time and the shade fits almost everyone. I use it as a lipstick (it glides on so it’s easy to fill your entire lips with it). After applying, I add a touch of lip balm to the center of the lips." — Kyriaki Savrani

Marc Jacobs (P)Outliner Longwear Lip Pencil in Prim(rose) ($24)

“I am never without this powder. I use it on everyone I work with to set in concealer, as well as highlight. The amazing coconut powder formula adjusts to oily or dry complexions and melds to the skin for the most perfect natural, luminous glow.” — Geoffrey Rodriguez

Pacifica Golden Lotus Highlighting Powder ($18)

“This pencil is fantastic for all skin tones — it reads as a flushed red/pink on fair skin and a rich nude on darker shades. I use it on lips and cheeks! Simply draw cat-like whiskers on the apple of the cheek and then blend with your fingers.” — Kelli J. Bartlett

Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Dolce Vita ($27)

“This bronzer is my go-to for all of my clients. It's the perfect neutral shade (not too warm/orange-toned, not too cool/ashy-toned) and is completely matte. (More often than not, clients come to me asking for a matte bronzer, and most have at least some level of shimmer to them). With a light hand, it looks gorgeous and natural on lighter skin tones, while a heavier hand brings a more dramatic bronze or contour. On deeper skin tones, the effect is beautifully subtle and natural. It works for all undertones, and it also smells like hot chocolate because of the cocoa powder in it! Yum!” — Anne Hauter

Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer ($30)

“This shocking orange blush goes on the sheerest of sheer for fair babes but has enough pigment to show on darker skin tones. It's a fresh alternative to pink for keeping it cool during the day or heating things up come night." — Ashleigh Ciucci

Surratt Beauty Artistique Blush in Brillante Idée ($32)