Clean Sweep: The Makeup Bag
Just in time for 2013, we helped four MC readers revamp their beauty essentials at home and on the go.

Katie Greenberg, 29, art gallery development director, Boston
THE LOOT: Multiple cosmetic pouches crammed with mismatched brushes, half-used lipsticks, and crumbly eyeshadows.
THE REBOOT: First, toss any expired goods (mascara after three months, creams older than a year, powders three-plus years). Then, switch to one streamlined train case with compartments to help organize day-to-night staples.
Cream Eyeshadow: A do-it-all formula lets you shade, line, and contour eyes in a snap. Apply it lightly for a sheer wash of color, or layer hues for a vibrant effect — no brushes required.
Powder Foundation: Use this versatile complexion booster wet for medium coverage or dry for foolproof touch-ups.
Makeup Eraser Sticks: These handy swabs wipe away smudges, flakes, and mistakes without messing up your makeup.
1. Dior Diorific Vernis Nail Lacquer in Lady, $26. 2. Tarte Cheek Stain in Awakening, $30. 3. Smashbox Limitless 15 Hour Wear Cream Shadow in Neptune, $19. 4. Wet n Wild MegaImpact Mascara in Very Black, $4. 5. Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Brow Color in Light, $21. 6. Givenchy Le Prisme Eyeshadow Quartet in Siena Silhouette, $57. 7. Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge Lip Color in Reckless, $48. 8. Clinique Chubby Stick Intense Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm in Curviest Caramel, $16. 9. Clarins Eye Pencil in Black, $23. 10. Kevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Tinted Balm in SB01, $48. 11. Jane Iredale Zap&Hide Blemish Concealer in Z3, $26. 12. Make Up For Ever Pro Finish Foundation in 153, $36. 13. Goody Start.Style.Finish Comb, $7 (sold with brush, not shown). 14. Lancôme Le Curler, $23. 15. Sonia Kashuk Perfect Placement Six-Piece Brush Set, $22. 16. Almay Oil-Free Makeup Eraser Sticks, $6. 17. Sally Hansen Bushy Brows Be Gone Claw Slant Tip Tweezer, $7. 18. Sonia Kashuk Small Train Case in Plaid, $15.
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