Product Soulmates: 8 Product Duos That Go Together Like No Other

While most people will be spending the next few weeks daydreaming about being swept away by their soulmate on February 14th, we have soulmates of the beauty product variety on our minds instead. If you’re as beauty obsessed as we are, play matchmaker with your makeup, hair care, and skin care products—acting as the Cupid of your beauty look, if you will—by pairing the perfect products together. Keep reading for eight product duos that go together like no other.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #1: LASH PRIMER AND MASCARA

Who doesn’t want a luscious, full set of lashes worthy of a magazine cover? There are plenty of false lash options that will give you the dramatic fringe you crave, but these tend to be more high maintenance. Still want a dramatic lash look? You don’t have to forego your trusted mascara. Simply put our first beauty product soulmate duo to the test: lash primer and mascara. Consider the following two pairings:

Perfect Pair #1: Together, the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise™ Mascara Primer/Base and the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise™ Washable Mascara will give you voluminous, thick lashes with intense length. First, apply the pink-tinted primer to thicken your lashes and help enhance mascara wear. Then, coat your lashes with the mascara for a feathery soft, full lash fringe.

Perfect Pair #2: The L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Primer and the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara are another lash primer and mascara match made in heaven. Start by applying the primer to build dramatic volume and length on each lash. Then, apply the mascara to complete your full and dramatic lash look.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #2: CLEANSER AND FACE MASK

Want to extend your match-making skills over to your skin care routine? Take your pick from one of our L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay facial cleanser and face mask duos below! 

Perfect Pair #1: Need to brighten up? Use the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Detox & Brighten Cleanser and the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Detox & Brighten Face Mask. The duo brightens dull, tired-looking skin, detoxifies for skin that can breathe better, and promotes the appearance of a radiant complexion. 

Perfect Pair #2: Need to smooth things out? Grab the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Exfoliate & Refine Cleanser and the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Exfoliate & Refine Face Mask. Formulated with red algae extract, this skin care match unclogs pores and refines skin texture for skin that feels smoother and looks healthier.

Perfect Pair #3: Need to make things matte? Pick up the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Purify and Mattify Cleanser and the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Purify and Mattify Face Mask. The duo, which is formulated with eucalyptus, can reduce excess oil and leave your skin with a refreshed, matte finish.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #3: LIP LINER AND LIPSTICK

What’s lipstick without lip liner? Seriously, if you haven’t hopped on the lip liner bandwagon, you’re missing out! Lip liner can help make sure your lipstick application is flawless by giving you a guideline for application, providing an extra layer of color, and increasing your lipstick’s lifespan.

Perfect Pair #1: If you love lipstick with a natural finish, apply the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lip Liner before painting your pout with the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lipstick Lipcolour.

Perfect Pair #2: More of a matte gal? Use the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Matte Lip Liner prior to applying the L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature, Lasting Matte Liquid Lipstick.

Editor’s tip: Want to make sure you’re choosing the perfect lip liner shade to go with your favorite lipstick? Here’s How to Pair a Matte Lipstick with a Matte Lip Liner.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #4: BROW GEL AND BROW HIGHLIGHTER

Want Instagram-worthy brows? This eyebrow makeup duo is a must! First, use the L’Oréal Paris Unbelieva-Brow Longwear Waterproof Brow Gel to fill in and define your brows. Start by using the spoolie to comb through your brows, then use the doe foot applicator to fill in any sparse areas. Next, use the angled brush to define your arch and brow shape. Once you’ve filled in your brows, use the L’Oréal Paris Brow Stylist Brow Raiser Highlighter Duo to conceal and correct your brow shape. First, use the matte concealer to trace the edges of your brows for sharp definition. Then, apply the shimmer highlighter above and below your arch for a perfected brow.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #5: SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER

Of course, shampoo and conditioner are one of the OG beauty soulmate duos. Using a coordinating shampoo and conditioner can make all the difference in your hair care results. Find a few of our favorite duos below.

Perfect Pair #1: Need a boost of hydration? The L’Oréal Paris EverPure Moisture Shampoo and the L’Oréal Paris EverPure Moisture Conditioner help replenish essential moisture, lush-touch softness, and luminous shine.

Perfect Pair #2: Calling all blondes, this duo is for you! The L’Oréal Paris EverPure Blonde Shampoo and L’Oréal Paris EverPure Blonde Conditioner work together to neutralize brassiness and hydrate over-processed hair.

Perfect Pair #3: If your mane is in need of a little TLC, this shampoo and conditioner match is for you. The L’Oréal Paris EverPure Repair & Defend Shampoo and L’Oréal Paris EverPure Repair and Defend Conditioner help deeply strengthen and repair damaged hair.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #6: PRIMER AND FOUNDATION

Just as lash primer can make all the difference in your mascara, using a face primer can amplify the effects of your foundation.

Perfect Pair #1: Keep things matte by using the L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Lock Makeup Primer to smooth and blur imperfections before applying the L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation.

Perfect Pair #2: Prefer a radiant finish? Apply the L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Glow Lock Makeup Primer before using the L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Glow Foundation.

Editor’s tip: Want more pairings to try? Here’s How to Pick the Right Primer for Your Foundation.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #7: MOISTURIZER AND SELF-TANNER

It’s no secret that prior to applying self-tanner, you want to make sure your skin is hydrated to avoid the product sticking to dry areas, which can lead to a patchy tan (no thanks!). For a match made in heaven, smooth the L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Hydra Nutrition Honey Day Cream over your face before applying the L’Oréal Paris Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Serum. For your body, try pairing your favorite body lotion with the L'Oréal Paris Sublime Bronze Towelettes for Body.

BEAUTY PRODUCT DUO #8: MATTE AND SHIMMER EYE SHADOW

When it comes to eye shadow, you want to pair finishes that complement each other. This means using a matte shadow with a shimmer shadow! We’re personally fans of applying a shimmery hue on the lid and using a matte shade to define your crease. Follow the steps below for an eye shadow look that’s fit for Valentine’s Day!

Step #1: Paint your lid

Coat your lid in a shimmery pink eye shadow, like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow in Always Pearly Pink.

Step #2: Define your crease

Use a medium brown, matte shadow, like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Monos Eyeshadow in Cafe Au Lait, to define your crease. Deepen your crease (and amp up the romantic vibes) by applying a matte maroon shadow, like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Monos Eyeshadow in Acro-Matte, to the outer “V” of your eye. And there you have it, perfectly paired eye shadow! 

For more Valentine’s Day makeup inspo, here are 7 Gorgeous Valentine's Day Date Night Makeup Ideas.