Prep Your Skin For Spring With This Hydrating Routine

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As the seasons shift, so should your skincare routine. Cold-weather creams and ultra-rich formulas? It’s time to swap them out. With rising temperatures and extra humidity, your skin craves lightweight hydration, antioxidant protection, and gentle exfoliation to keep it fresh and balanced. If you’re looking to reset your routine for spring, here’s the hydrating routine that your skin needs—morning and night.

AM Routine

Begin with a gentle cleanser to remove natural oils and refresh your skin after a long slumber. A pH-balancing formula, such as the Anokha oatmeal cleansing milk, is great for those with Dry and Sensitive skin. Also, oatmeal cleansing milk clears the dead skin buildup that blocks pores while leaving the skin with a natural radiance. Let the skin air dry and layer on an antioxidant serum next. For daytime use, you cannot go wrong with Youth To The People 15% Vitamin C + Caffeine Energy Brightening Serum for Uneven Tone, which will help even skin tone, reduce hyperpigmentation, protect against signs of aging, and brighten your skin throughout the spring season. Once the serum has been absorbed, lock in hydration with a gel or water-based moisturizer like the Caudalie VinoHydra Gel Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid & Aloe Vera. Finally, a non-greasy, non-comedogenic sunscreen, preferably 50 SPF or higher, is to protect your skin.

PM Routine

When wearing makeup and SPF, the best thing is to add an oil cleanser into the mix to ensure you remove all that unnecessary grit and dirt. Always apply this dry and massage for 1 minute before emulsifying. Then, follow up with a second cleanser (this can be the same one from your AM routine). Once your skin is dry, pat in an exfoliating toner to help remove dead skin and boost luminosity. Be sure to implement this 2-3x per week. Next, with a hydrating serum to help maintain skin elasticity, follow up with a gentle retinol for collagen production. If you normally don’t use retinol, start with a small amount and use it every other day. Finally, top off your PM skincare routine with an eye cream, and night cream. 

This hydrating routine emphasizes light hydration, antioxidant protection, and gentle exfoliation to keep your skin radiant as the weather warms up!

Your Guide To Lip Sculpting In 2025

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Beauty trends have shifted significantly in recent years, with a clear focus on lips. While bold eye makeup and statement blush once took the spotlight, lip definition has become the main attraction. This year, the resurgence of contoured lips has led to a trend of sculpted, fuller pouts, making lip liner an essential product. With a plethora of new liners and techniques emerging, this trend is not just a passing phase; it represents a transformative approach to enhancing your lips. To help you achieve the perfect look, we have put together a step-by-step guide on mastering lip sculpting.

A proper lip sculpting routine can give you the look of natural filler with no injection required. The key? Strategic definition and the right products. First, hydrate your lips with a sheer balm, allowing it to fully absorb before moving on. We recommend applying balm at the start of your makeup routine so that by the time you’re ready for lips, they’re prepped and smooth.

Now, the real magic happens with lip liner. The right formula should glide on effortlessly and be ultra-long lasting. For a natural, everyday effect, opt for a neutral shade close to your lip color. But if you want maximum impact, a deep brown liner is the way to go. Start by slightly overlining the upper lip from one corner to the other, repeating the same technique on the bottom. For extra definition, deepen the outer corners and cupid’s bow. Finish with a high-shine gloss. Bonus points if it has a tint and a plumping effect. 

This effective lip sculpting technique ensures you’ll achieve a perfect pout.

Get Glowy With This 5 Minute Makeup Routine

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Running late? We’ve all experienced that! Whether you overslept or forgot about an early meeting, a rushed morning doesn’t have to mean skipping your makeup routine. With the right quick and efficient approach, you can be out the door looking fresh and polished in just five minutes. Consider us experts at getting ready in a hurry, and we’re here to share a simple, foolproof routine that will give you a dewy, glowing finish with minimal effort. Read on for the essential products to achieve a fast morning glow-up.

After completing your morning skincare routine, start with your brows to give your skincare products time to set. Use gel to brush them into place, instantly lifting and defining your face. Next, move on to your base. For these 5-minute makeup moments, opt for a foundation stick like the Merit Minimalist Stick. It allows for quick and precise coverage of under-eyes and blemishes in mere seconds. Follow up with a contour product, applying it to your temples and cheekbones, then add a cream blush for a fresh flush. With a clean brush, blend everything at once.

For an eye look that appears polished yet effortless, swipe a soft, shimmery eyeshadow across your lids. Shades like champagne or soft brown work beautifully for everyday wear, adding subtle dimension without extra effort. To save time, skip the eyeliner and curl your lashes before applying a coat of mascara. Complete the look with a brown lip liner and a moisturizing gloss. Finally, lock everything in with a setting spray or hydrating facial mist for a fresh finish.

And voilà – this 5-minute makeup routine will have you looking put together in record time!

The Dreamy, Multi-Dimensional Makeup Look You Need To Try

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One of the best things about being a beauty lover is that every day can have a different look. Whether you want to rock a clean girl routine by day and a sultry, baddie vibe by night, go for it! Amidst all the minimal looks dominating our social media feeds, this dreamy, multi-dimensional makeup stands out and truly captivates. Featuring shimmery, watercolor-painted eyes, this look is poised to become one of the biggest beauty trends in 2025. Below, we will share the secrets to perfecting this stunning multi-dimensional makeup look with ease.

Your base routine should be simple yet complementary to the brighter eye makeup that goes with this look. After applying the foundation and concealer of your choice, be sure to add a bright pop of blush onto your cheeks, blending outwards and upwards. Spritz everything with a setting spray before moving on to the main event. 

With any eyeshadow-focused look, we recommend beginning with an eyeshadow primer for a long-lasting finish. Carefully fill in your eyebrows while the primer sets. Then, sweep a matte neutral shade, such as brown or peach, to your eyelid. With the help of a colorful eye shadow palette, carefully add various pops of color in the outer corner and crease, the inner corner, and the lower lash line. For that ethereal, fairy-like effect, choose colors with fine shimmers embedded in the formula. Don’t forget to add a metallic shade to your brow bone. Finish by tight-lining the upper water line and adding a pair of fluttery false lashes.