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Elizabeth Phillips

5 Commuter Makeup Tips That Changed My Face

Lately, my everyday makeup has seriously leveled up—quietly but noticeably. Here are 5 small tweaks that made a huge difference: 1. Yellow undertones? Use a lavender primer. It instantly cuts dullness and leaves this soft, lit-from-within brightness—like you just naturally have amazing skin. I layer it over a lightweight sunscreen instead of foundation. No cakey texture, just glow. 2. Apply blush with a mini puff. Game-changer. The placement is precise, the blend is seamless. I’ve tried every brush—this wins. 3. Don’t skip sunscreen on your hands. A dermatologist once said: age spots start at the knuckles. I listened. 4. Pre-makeup skin? Keep it simple. I swipe damp cotton pads (just water) across my face, press until slightly tacky, then apply makeup. No pilling. No guesswork. 5. Final trick: run a brow pencil under your lower lash line. Soft shadow. Bigger eyes. Total sleeper move. #beauty #makeup #CommuterGlow

5 Commuter Makeup Tips That Changed My Face
Rachel Martin

What If Your Foundation Wasn’t Your Choice?

Ever wonder if your foundation actually suits you—or if it just suits the algorithm? Let’s be real: most of our “choices” are reactions to marketing, not reflections of personal need. Influencers, trends, celeb campaigns—they’re all part of a system designed to sell, not solve. Like in The Devil Wears Prada, when Miranda explains how a random sweater color was actually chosen by designers, buyers, and trend forecasters years in advance—you just didn’t know it. Same with base makeup. New “tech” gets launched (probiotic foundation, anyone?), hype builds, TikTok jumps in, and suddenly you’re wondering if you need it. But are you buying innovation—or just the illusion of it? Even that glassy “glow” everyone’s chasing? Real radiance comes from light scattering inside healthy skin, not oily highlighter sitting on top. We can’t escape the market. But we can ask better questions. And maybe—build our own rules. #beauty #makeup #ConsciousChoices

What If Your Foundation Wasn’t Your Choice?What If Your Foundation Wasn’t Your Choice?
Hannah Phillips

10 Nude Lipsticks I Actually Finished

I’ve always believed in amplifying what you love most. For me, it’s the eyes. So when it comes to lipstick, I go nude—literally. These are the ten I reached for all year: 1. MAC 540 Thanks It’s MAC – Just right for warm undertones, but unforgiving on dry skin. 2. NARS Dolce Vita – A pinky, hydrating dream. Melts like water. 3. CHANEL Oil Infused 812 – Glossy with a soft brown base. Universally flattering. 4. CHANEL Allure 195 – My holy grail beige. Elegant, creamy, perfect. 5. MAC Jubilee – Discontinued, devastating. Still beautiful. 6. Fenty Glow (Balm) – Buttery brown-nude. Smoother than the gloss version. 7. CT Pillow Talk – A velvet nude classic. Balanced pink-beige. 8. CLARINS 06 – A white-leaning gloss. Unexpected fave. 9. Kylie 808 + brown liner – Barbie but bold. Hello, full lips. 10. Valentino 77A – Earthy with a red pop. Not-so-nude nude. #beauty #makeup #NudeLipLove

10 Nude Lipsticks I Actually Finished
Rachel Martin

Seborrheic Dermatitis? These Base Products Won’t Betray You

After a decade of battling seborrheic dermatitis (scalp flakes, facial redness, seasonal flare-ups—you name it), I’ve tested everything. Most foundations either broke me out or burned on contact. Here’s what actually worked for me: 1. Covermark Treatment Foundation – Herb-infused, calming, and creamy. Medium coverage, but it neutralizes redness like magic. Natural finish, comfy wear. I’ve gone through ten bottles. Shade BO00 fits light warm skin tones best—definitely swatch before buying. 2. NARS Light Reflecting Pressed Powder (white) – Minimal ingredients, invisible glow, no cakiness. It sets like real skin, not powder. (Tip: ditch the puff, use your own brush for even pick-up.) 3. Armani UV Master Primer SPF 45 – Lightweight lotion texture, not greasy or sticky. It sinks in fast, doesn’t clog, doesn’t sting. Even in summer, my skin doesn’t rebel. Bonus: surprisingly solid sun protection for short trips! #beauty #makeup #SensitiveSkinTested

Seborrheic Dermatitis? These Base Products Won’t Betray You
kyleleon

Glass-Skin Simplicity｜My Go-To Korean-Inspired Look

If “barely there but better” was a look, this would be it. It’s my go-to when I want to look effortless but still pulled together—kind of like I just woke up with naturally perfect skin (I didn’t, but no one has to know 😉). ✨ Base first—don’t skip skin prep. Hydration is the secret sauce behind that soft-focus, light-from-within finish. A well-prepped canvas makes any foundation look like your second skin. 👁 Eyes stay minimal. I skip heavy blending and contouring, focusing instead on clean eyeliner and fluttery lashes—each lash defined, none clumpy. The whole vibe? Bright and open. 🍑 Blush is cream-based and goes right on the inner cheek, blending outward with a gentle hand. I avoid the smile lines and nose base—trust me, it keeps everything looking smooth and radiant. 🖌 Brows start soft with powder for that airy, hazy look, then I define sparse areas with light strokes and finish with tinted gel to unify the tone. 💋 Lips get a blurry edge with a dab of gloss in the center—just enough to catch the light and make people wonder if you drank enough water (you didn’t, again). #beauty #makeup #GlassSkinLook

Glass-Skin Simplicity｜My Go-To Korean-Inspired Look
Hannah Phillips

42, No Filter—Just Good Makeup That Works

At 42, I’ve stopped chasing trends—I just want products that work. Lately, I’ve been leaning into Japanese makeup, and it’s been a game changer for my dry skin (with the occasional shiny T-zone). 💙 Suqqu Foundation melts into the skin like a second layer. It’s not full coverage, but it blends beautifully and never cakes. People say it oxidizes—I honestly haven’t noticed. Once I’m out the door, I stop checking. 💜 Elegance Purple Primer was a lucky find. A makeup artist used it on me once and I was hooked. It instantly brightens my yellow undertones without looking pale. 🍑 Canmake Cheek & Highlight Duo—a soft blush and highlighter combo with a putty-like texture that’s so forgiving. The colors are subtle, wearable, and never patchy. ✏️ Shiseido Hexagonal Brow Pencil? I’ve used it for years. Every purse I own probably has one. It’s reliable, soft, and gives the most natural shape. #beauty #makeup #SoftGlowRoutine

42, No Filter—Just Good Makeup That Works
kyleleon

After 28, I Finally Know What Makeup’s Worth It

By 28, I’ve bought more makeup than I’d like to admit—and I finally get it. Most everyday looks fall into two camps: peachy or pink. Build around those tones and you’re already ahead. 💄 Base makeup? Go high-end. Foundations and sunscreens are science. Don’t skimp if you want coverage that lasts. Dry skin: try MUFE or NARS Light Reflecting. Oily skin? MAC or Shu Uemura. Setting sprays: UD All Nighter. Done. ✨ Eyeshadow? Just get two solid palettes—a soft pink and a brown-toned one. Pat McGrath and TF work. Japanese brands like Lunasol or Suqqu if you want sheer and elegant. 😅 Skip the viral palettes unless you’re a beauty creator. Real people don’t close their eyes for the camera. 🖌 Invest in good brushes—natural bristles for blush and eyeshadow change everything. Most of all: aesthetics > technique > product. And if you can, get a makeup artist to teach you. It’s worth it. #beauty #makeup #GrownUpGlam

After 28, I Finally Know What Makeup’s Worth It
slittle

200 Eyeshadow Shades, Zero Hype—Until Now

I stumbled upon Mary Quant in a Tokyo department store—and I haven’t stopped thinking about it since. Somehow, this brand is everywhere in Japan but barely mentioned online here. Their signature flower logo drew me in, but the real shock? Over 200 eyeshadow shades, all available individually, so you can create your own palette from scratch. One pan costs about ¥1000 (around $7), but customizing a full palette? Basically the price of a luxury brand—with complete freedom. The brand’s roots are just as cool. Mary Quant was a legendary British designer—yes, that Mary Quant—credited with popularizing the mini skirt and influencing generations of fashion. Her legacy lives on in both makeup and fashion, with retrospectives at the V&A Museum and beyond. These shadows are buttery, buildable, and finally solve the problem of “pretty but sheer” Japanese formulas. I don’t know why no one’s talking about them—so here I am, yelling. #beauty #makeup #UnderratedGems

200 Eyeshadow Shades, Zero Hype—Until Now
slittle

Makeup That Survives 90°F Heat—Tested Daily in South China

Living in southern China means summer starts in May—and with 90°F heat and 80% humidity, staying polished is a real challenge. But I still want to step out looking refreshed, even for a grocery run. Here’s my sweat-tested, time-efficient hot weather routine: ☀️ Waterproof, high-SPF sunscreen – My final defense against sun and sweat. Lightweight, non-pilling, makeup-friendly. ✨ Tone-up cream – Applied strategically to the center of my face for brightness without looking ghostly. 🙃 Spot concealer only – Just enough to even out obvious spots. 🖊 Cream contour stick – Melts into skin, shapes my nose and under-eyes without patchiness. 🌸 Cool-toned cream blush – Brightens my face and cuts through that flushed, sweaty look. 🔒 Silky pressed powder – A thin veil to manage oil, not cake. 👁 Brow tint + pencil – Keeps things structured when I skip eye makeup. 🌟 Aegyo-sal pencil – Subtle highlight, not glitter. Underrated for long faces. 💄 Matte lipstick + setting spray – Finishes everything off. Even if it all melts (hey, it happens), at least it melts gracefully. #beauty #makeup #HeatproofMakeup

Makeup That Survives 90°F Heat—Tested Daily in South China
lowejessica

The Makeup I Kept Reaching for All Year

This year, something shifted. I began wearing makeup not for occasions, but for myself. Even on quiet days, I’d do a full face just to grab coffee or walk around the block. It wasn’t about impressing anyone—it just felt good to step out feeling like me, but shinier. That mindset gave me this account, and now, this post. So here they are—my top 10 products of the year. No sponsorships. Just love: • Suqqu & Dior Backstage eyeshadow palettes—effortless elegance in every swipe • CPB primer & Dior Forever Skin Glow foundation—flawless, never fake • CellFusion C sunscreen—lightweight protection I trust • Rare Beauty & Bobbi Brown highlighters—soft gleam, zero glitter bomb • Holika blush & Lilybyred underliner—small things, big face framing • Revecen single shadows—unexpected gems If you’re looking to build a beauty bag that makes you feel like the main character—even on quiet days—start here. #beauty #makeup #EverydayGlam

The Makeup I Kept Reaching for All Year