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lowejessica

I Didn’t Mean to Be an Hourglass Girlie…

I’ve been cutting back on products lately—and somehow, Hourglass has quietly taken over half my makeup bag. These three? Practically part of my DNA now. 1️⃣ Vanish Concealer in Birch (on my 2nd one!): My fine-line eraser. A friend made me try it two years ago and I never looked back. It smooths out smile lines and under-eyes like magic. I dab it with fingers in my tear trough—hydrating, subtly glowy, and NEVER creases. Even held up after 12 hours at Disney. Panic if I don’t see it in my bag. Bonus: I found it at Sam’s Club—cheaper than my old reseller and authentic. Yes, I stocked up. 2️⃣ Ambient Edit Palette (aka: my broken baby 💔): A 520 gift from my bestie. One palette = blush, highlight, setting powder, contour. That pink blush? Snatches my cheeks. The champagne highlight? Hello, glass nose. It’s my travel ride-or-die. 3️⃣ Shade 125 Lipstick (rosy nude heaven): Perfect for bare-face days. Blurs lip flakes, looks effortless. My year-round MVP. #beauty #makeup #MakeupBagEssentials

I Didn’t Mean to Be an Hourglass Girlie…
ericwagner

Yes, My Face Shape Changes with the Camera

Since last November, I’ve been teaching myself makeup after work every night—religiously. I tried a dozen looks, but guess what finally clicked? Low-saturation tones. Way better for my round-square face. If you know, you know: front cam gives snatched V-face, back cam serves hot pancake. It’s a special kind of facial sorcery only we round-face folks understand. 😂 Here are my go-to tricks for looking good even when someone else takes the pic: 1️⃣ Shrink the white space. Our features sit close together, which leaves more blank areas = wider-looking face. So contour smartly and fill that space! 2️⃣ Brighten the inner face. Flat face? Same. Add light to the center and suddenly—cheekbones, angles, dimension. 3️⃣ Stick to soft tones. Too many colors can overwhelm a round face. One or two muted shades > rainbow experiment. Hope this helps my fellow round-faced sisters out there! #beauty #makeup #RoundFaceTips

Yes, My Face Shape Changes with the Camera
ericwagner

Cool, Deep, and Unbothered: My Favorite Summer Look

Some faces were made for soft pastels. Mine? Not so much. If you’ve got cooler undertones and deeper skin—think taupe-beige or wheat-toned with zero warmth—this look might be your summer soulmate. Pair it with dark brown or black-brown hair, deep-set dark eyes, and that naturally high-contrast vibe. I go matte with the base—cool-toned, nothing too bright. Glossy dewy finishes? Love them… on other people. For the eyes, I live in shades like dusty rose, cool brown, even smoky plum. Think: smudged liner in espresso or black that adds depth, not drama. Blush? We’re talking berry tones—nothing pale, everything polished. Lipstick stays bold: matte mulberry, brick red, or a good wine-stain velvet. Style-wise? Deep navy, oxblood, forest green, charcoal gray—anything with mood. It’s smart, sharp, and cool without trying too hard. Basically, the kind of summer that wears sunglasses inside and doesn’t explain why. #beauty #makeup #CoolToneGlam

Cool, Deep, and Unbothered: My Favorite Summer Look
slittle

How I Do Soft Glam for Monolids

If you’ve got monolids and love that effortless Korean makeup look, here’s how I usually approach it: First—brows. Keep them soft and straight. No high arches, no sharp tails. Think gentle, like you’re drawing with a whisper. Next, eyeshadow. I lean toward muted tones—peachy pinks, rose-beiges. Nothing too deep, except a hint of brown right at the lash line and under the eyes for depth. Biggest tip? Focus on the feel of the aegyo-sal—not sparkle. You want that soft, cushiony vibe under the eyes, like you just laughed a little. As for liner, keep it clean and tight. No wings, no smudges. And lashes? Defined, not dramatic. I separate every lash like it’s an art project. Skip the lower lashes unless they’re naturally visible. The goal isn’t to change the eye—it’s to frame it like a favorite photo. #beauty #makeup #MonolidMakeupTips

How I Do Soft Glam for Monolids
beverlymills

Makeup Isn’t a Fix. It’s a Playground.

Here’s my take: makeup is personal. If you love it, make it yours. Don’t shrink it down to “daily,” “office-safe,” or “what’s trending.” Trends are fun, sure. But they’re not gospel. Just because something’s popular doesn’t mean it suits you—or that you even like it. Trust your own taste. Forget “too bold,” “too dark,” “makes you look tanned.” Who cares? Once you stop outsourcing your self-worth to internet comments, try everything. Practice. Play. Ignore techniques that feel clunky or don’t make sense. Some “viral hacks” are just…bad. I like thick foundation. I like drama. That’s me. I don’t wear makeup to hide “flaws”—I don’t even believe I have flaws. My face isn’t a problem to fix. It’s a canvas I get to mess around with. So if you’re into perfection, go for it. But if you’re here to express, to experiment—you’re my kind of person. #beauty #makeup #YourFaceYourRules

Makeup Isn’t a Fix. It’s a Playground.
Elizabeth Phillips

I Don’t Want to Make You ‘Flawless’

Here’s the truth: I don’t believe in makeup that hides you. I believe in makeup that sees you. Beauty, to me, isn’t about symmetry or filters. It’s when someone says, “You look beautiful,” not “You look different.” My job isn’t to turn you into someone else—it’s to bring out the most you version of you. Great skin? Should still look like skin. Great makeup? Should feel like you, but with extra sunlight. There’s a kind of makeup only you can wear best. It follows the shape of your face, the way your features move when you smile. That’s the magic. That’s the art. I don’t do trends. I do timeless. I want you to look at these photos ten years from now and still say, “That was me—and I looked amazing.” So to everyone who chooses me: thank you. I won’t let you down. #beauty #makeup #AuthenticGlow

I Don’t Want to Make You ‘Flawless’
Elizabeth Phillips

Turns Out, You Don’t Need That 12th Palette

As a makeup artist, here’s a hot take you won’t hear in Sephora: eyeshadow is optional. Yep, I said it. Most people don’t need five shades on the lid to look good. What they do need is smart structure—maybe a little depth in the crease, a lift at the outer corner, done. It’s not about the color. It’s about the shape. But do I still love eyeshadow? Deeply. Obsessively. The textures, the color stories, the sheer drama of opening a new palette—it’s an art form. And on some days, painting lids feels like therapy with glitter. Still, I’ve cried over eyeshadow. Not because of bad blending—because of my bank account. Turns out, creativity isn’t in the buying. It’s in the using. So here’s your friendly PSA from a pro: love your palettes. But maybe stop collecting them like Pokémon. Welcome to my eyeshadow breakdown zone. You’re in good (blending) hands. #beauty #makeup #LessIsMore

Turns Out, You Don’t Need That 12th Palette
Hannah Phillips

You Don’t Have to Wear False Lashes

People often ask why I don’t wear false lashes. After all, falsies, eyeliner, and circle lenses are the holy trinity of making your eyes look bigger. Eye shadow? Not really—it rarely enlarges the eyes, especially when it’s something like blue. But here’s the truth: I wear blue eye shadow and skip lashes not because I’m anti-pretty—but because I enjoy the act of makeup more than the result of fitting into a “beauty formula.” Of course, I’m not above vanity or the pressures of appearance. I’ve worn the formula—fake lashes, sculpted shadows, overlined lips, even high-arched brows. It looked good. It looked like her. But it didn’t look like me. I analyzed every “flaw”: Was it my puffy eyelids? Long philtrum? Should I contour harder? Change everything? But with every tweak, I felt more lost. More detached from myself. I even tried stopping makeup altogether—thinking maybe that would fix the dissonance. It didn’t. I missed the fun. If I followed the formulas, I’d say: puffy lids need falsies. Olive skin needs coral blush. Thick lips can’t wear purple. But when I actually do all that? It doesn’t land. Truth is, falsies flatten my eyes. Heavy blush clashes with my undertone. And yes, my lips are full and my mouth slightly protrudes—but those same lips once won me a watermelon-eating contest. That has to count for something. I’m not saying the formula’s wrong. It’s just not law. You can follow it. Or not. You’re allowed to make your own rules. Makeup isn’t a competition—it’s a conversation with yourself. And in that quiet space, I’ve found a little freedom. #beauty #makeup #eyemakeup

You Don’t Have to Wear False Lashes
Hannah Phillips

Why I Stick to Light Makeup

People often assume I could look “even better” with heavier makeup. Truth is—I’ve tried. The soft makeup I wear daily isn’t about confidence or skill level. It’s about fit. My features are subtle, not naturally sculpted. When I’ve followed bold tutorials or had professional makeup done, it always felt… off. The drama overpowered my face. What actually works? Light lashes with definition, not volume. Minimal contour. Skin that looks like skin—clear, hydrated, with soft glow. This approach brings out my strengths without pretending to be someone I’m not. Ironically, soft makeup often makes people think you’re holding back—that there’s a “better version” waiting to be revealed. But I’ve realized this is my best version. And it’s enough. If you’ve been told to “try harder,” maybe it’s not about effort—it’s about alignment. Try more. But try what fits. #beauty #makeup #naturalglam

Why I Stick to Light Makeup
Hannah Phillips

Two Ways to Rethink the Smokey Eye

Smokey eyes don’t have to be harsh or overly dramatic. With thoughtful color pairing, they can feel elevated—even subtle. I’ve been studying soft smokey looks lately, and here’s what I’ve learned. 🧊 Cool-toned version: Use greys and blue-toned shimmers—something like Kaleidos’ palettes for a dimensional base. Layer with silver or icy blue glitter for a refined edge. Pair with a muted apricot-beige blush to balance the grey tones, and a nude-pink gloss to soften the look. 🍊 Warm-toned version: Blend black shadow into a nude-brown transition. Add gold shimmer to brighten. Use warm beige or nude-brown blush for cohesion. Lips should stay neutral—think beige or soft brown. ✨ No matter the tone, highlight key points: inner corners, brow bone, nose bridge. A glossy nude lip is essential to offset the intensity and keep things wearable. #beauty #makeup #smokeyeye

Two Ways to Rethink the Smokey Eye