We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Living Beauty Take a Look Inside Martha's Makeup Bag: These Are the 14 Products Our Founder Swears By From everyday basics to elevated essentials, these are the beauty staples our founder (and her longtime makeup artist) can't live without. By Madeline Buiano Madeline Buiano Madeline Buiano is an editor at MarthaStewart.com, sharing her knowledge on a range of topics—from gardening and cleaning to home. Editorial Guidelines Published on December 20, 2022 Photo: Courtesy of Getty, Dior and Saks Fifth Avenue It's no secret that our founder is a busy person. Running a successful lifestyle brand, hosting multiple television shows, and owning a restaurant, however, doesn't stop Martha from executing her daily beauty regimen. If you also keep a hectic schedule like the multi-hyphenate, you may be looking for a classic, everyday look to inspire your own routine. If that's the case, we suggest turning to Martha for inspiration. You might think that the secret to mastering her flawless beauty regimen has to do with the products—but, as Martha and her trusted makeup artist of nearly 10 years, Daisy Toye, will tell you, the application process is just as important. In addition to sharing her tips for achieving a perfectly polished face, Toye also reveals the powerhouse beauty essentials that Martha uses to achieve a simple, yet sleek look. 7 Things to Do in the Morning to Be Healthier and More Productive Supergoop Glowscreen SPF 40 Courtesy of Supergoop $36, supergoop.com As Martha's trusted makeup artist of nearly 10 years, Toye has an advanced degree in her beauty routine. "Martha handles her own skin care like a pro," says Toye. "She masks in the morning, then applies serums and moisturizer—and a generous squeeze of sunscreen on her face, chest, and hands, rain or shine." Lately, her go-to has been this two-in-one sunscreen and primer from Supergoop. L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion Courtesy of Walmart $15.99, amazon.com After SPF, and for dewiness and a smooth canvas for makeup, Toye applies this illuminating priming lotion to Martha's face. Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Matte Foundation SPF20 Courtesy of Cl de Peau Beaut $130, net-a-porter.com Next, Toye reaches for this foundation from one of our founder's favorite makeup brands. "Martha doesn't need concealer, but this evens out her tone," she says. It Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Wand Ball Powder Brush David Chow $49, ulta.com Toye buffs blush and foundation into skin with this tool. To clean it after use, she wets the bristles, swirls them on a bar of soap, rinses, and lets it air-dry. Beautyblender The Original Makeup Sponge Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue $20, saksfifthavenue.com In addition to using a powder brush to blend Martha's base, Toye also uses this makeup sponge. She dampens it with water, then uses it to press foundation into the lifestyle guru's skin. Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat All-Over Brightening Concealer Pen Courtesy of Sephora $38, sephora.com For extra radiance under the eyes, Toye dabs on this brightening pen. The sheer, shimmer-free product can be used to create a natural highlight all-over. Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick Courtesy of Westman Atelier $48, credobeauty.com Using cream blush over powder leaves the skin looking perfectly hydrated and youthful. For a more sheer, true pink flush, Toye loves sweeping this dusty rose shade over Martha's cheeks. Dior Backstage Face and Body Foundation Courtesy of Sephora $40, dior.com To achieve our founder's effortless glow, Toye likes to blend a few dots of this highlighter along Martha's cheekbones—and her legs, if she's wearing a dress. Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder Courtesy of Sephora $46, macys.com For a pop of natural color on the eyelids, Toye opts for this Bobbi Brown bronzing powder (it pulls double-duty!). The lightweight product creates a soft, matte finish for a sun-kissed look. Kokie Waterproof Velvet Smooth Eyeliner Pencil Courtesy of Kokie Cosmetics $6, kokiecosmetics.com Toye dashes this eyeliner pencil—in the shade Bronzed—along Martha's lash lines. "I can persuade Martha to do a smoky eye for a special occasion, but she always prefers a subtler, not-too-done-up look," she says. Kevyn Aucoin Eyelash Curler Courtesy of Sephora $24, amazon.com To re-create Martha's long lashes, opt for this gently curved curler. It has a wide opening that captures every eyelash without the risk of pinching yourself. Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Mascara Courtesy of Maybelline $9.49, target.com After curling her lashes, Toye adds a few coats of this mascara, which she likes for its flexible wand. Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner Courtesy of Sephora $24, sephora.com In place of lipstick, Toye opts for this Charlotte Tilbury liner. The nude-pink shade lasts up to six hours with no smudging. Dior Lip Glow Oil Courtesy of Dior $38, dior.com Our founder's lip is finished off with a swipe of this glow oil. The product is infused with cherry oil, which nourishes, softens, and revitalizes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit