Weβve heard of microblading, micro feathering, but recently another eyebrow tattoo option has made its way onto our radar and thatβs microshading. When it comes to permanent makeup, doing your research before getting anything done is non-negotiable. So, if youβre curious whether microshading is for you, keep reading. We tapped professional brow expert Joey Healy to learn more about this eyebrow procedure and how it differs from microblading.
β Microshading is thought to be better for those with sensitive or oily skin,β says Healy. Thatβs because the pigment is applied as individual dots as opposed to strokes which is a bit more gentle and distributes the pigment in a concentrated area making it last a little bit longer. Healy also explains that if you like fuller-looking brows, microshading might be worth considering. β The thing about microshading is that itβs a little bit darker,β he says. β Itβs a little bit more of that Instagram kind of brow.β
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How Long Does Microshading Last?
Touch-ups are generally recommended every eight to 12 months. Healy explains that it lasts longer than microblading with fewer touch-ups, but everyone is different, so itβs important to take your skin type and needs into consideration and consult with your brow technician about aftercare.
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Can You Create a Microshaded-Like Look at Home?
If you like the idea of microshading but are nervous about the commitment, rest assured you can recreate the look using powder brow products at home.
β If you want to do microshading, use a brow powder and concentrate it on the areas you want it the most,β says Healy. If you need a product recommendation, the Joey Healy Luxe Brow Powderand the Duo Brow Brush make it easy to achieve soft and natural-looking brows. For a drugstore pick, we like the Maybelline New York Tattoo Brow 36HR Pigment Pencil, which comes in an easy-to-use-pencil.
Once you have your product of choice, itβs time to create your shadow. β I always recommend doing very little in the front so the brow isn’t boxed in,β says Healy. β Then, I suggest doing a little bit more towards the arch and the tail to give a little bit more definition and that kind of ombre effect.β
When weβre scrolling through our fave beauty accounts on social media, weβre often so focused on the stunning makeup looks that we forget about the actual artists creating them and what they mean to their followers and subscribers. This can be especially true for LGBTQ+ beauty influencers on TikTok, Instagram, and Youtube, who inspire and uplift so many by sharing their personal stories and, of course, through their work. Below, meet 9+ of our favorite LGBTQ+ content creators youβre going to want to follow, ASAP.
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Hyram
For unsolicited (yet totally welcome) skin-care advice, subscribe to Hyramβs TikTok account like, now. Heβs always sharing what products to buy (heβs a huge CeraVe fan!) and has dedicated his account to helping followers get their skin-care routines in check. If youβre lucky, he may even duet your skin-care routine.
Bretman Rock
For a mix of skin, makeup, lifestyle and getting ready content, follow Bretman Rock on Instagram and Youtube. Heβs an extremely talented makeup artist, has a great sense of humor and fabulous hair.
Bretman has 12 million followers on Instagram but he still doesnβt get the recognition he deserves on a worldwide scale. Iβve followed him from the beginning and heβs one of the few influencers whose personality hasnβt changed with fame. Heβs humble, hilarious, super proud of his Filipino heritage, and is unproblematic. Honestly, heβs been doing this for years and has managed to stay out of the drama. He is who he is, which is why his followers love him.
Glamazontayβs YouTube channel is a beauty, fashion and lifestyle destination. She does everything from hair tutorials to outfit hauls and has enough GRWMs to help you slay for months on end. Watching her videos is basically like hanging out with one of your friends.
James Charles
Oh, James Charles. Heβs known for his whimsical glam makeup tutorials, iconic YouTuber collabs and huge community of sisters. Plus, heβs wildly entertaining. Definitely worth a follow, but donβt blame us if you get a little bit addicted.
If youβre not already following Patrick Starr, whoβs an amazing content creator and founder of the new beauty brand One Size, now is definitely the time to subscribe. Not only does he have a bright and bubbly personality, he also produces movie-quality videos that are mesmerizing to watch. Heβs also known for creating over-the-top drag makeup.
With over 4.6 million followers on Instagram, Starr is undoubtedly a, well, star. Heβs all about the long lashes, head wraps, wigs, and long gowns, and his makeup tutorial videos are full of uplifting vibes and humor. Starr oozes confidence and self-loveβitβs part of what makes him so inspirational. Heβs teamed up with big-name beauty brands like MAC and Benefit Cosmetics, and heβs worked with celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Jessica Alba to create fun beauty content. Trust us, you want to give him a follow.
Gigi Gorgeous
An OG YouTuber, Gigi has been delivering makeup videos and challenges for years. Sheβs documented everything from her favorite beauty products to her transition with the support of her followers all the way.
Julie Vu
Not only is Julie Vu talented at slaying a smoky eye, she also gets real on her channel about everything sheβs going through. As a trans woman, Julie has shared her transition from the beginning and continues to inspire people with her honesty. Go for the beauty tutorials (her perfect wand curls tutorial comes to mind) and stay for the funny challenges and informative videos about transitioning.
Jazmina Daniel
The queen of lip art, youβve likely seen her lip looks floating around your Instagram feed. Sheβs recreated everything from iconic works of art to album cover artwork. Sheβs also incredibly fashionable.
Mei Pang
Pang came on my radar a few months ago when one of her videos popped up on my Twitter feed. From the moment the video started, I was in awe. Her looks seem intricate but theyβre actually super easy to emulate, kind of like a lazy way to fake a flawless look. Plus, her down-to-earth attitude is something that many can vibe with.
Pang isnβt the girl-next-doorβsheβs your badass friend who gives it to you straight. She constantly features her head-to-toe tattoos on her Instagram and serves fierce makeup looks, too. Theyβre not your typical beauty looks; she often does full-face makeup with bold colors and shapes that are embellished with pearls, rhinestones, and more. On her feed, Pang is also incredibly open about her sobriety and what that journey has looked like for her.
The blend honey, the blend! I thought my blending game was on point, but Deon makes me look like an amateur. He only has 18,000 followers and I donβt understand why he doesnβt have more. Colorful eyeshadows can be scary to use but I love that Deon uses them at every chance he gets. He shows that with practice, bright colors can be tamed.
Clark describes his aesthetic as βspecial occasion,β and his looks are the intersection of glam and fierce. He says that wearing makeup gives him a confidence boost and makes him feel snatched, but what he loves most are the comments he gets from his followers saying that heβs inspired them.
f you love makeup tutorials, odds are de Jagger has popped up as a suggested video or account on your feed. With over 15 million followers, sheβs earned the title of a beauty mogul and expert, and her makeup looks prove it. Theyβre colorful, bright, and bold, and de Jagger always breaks them down in easy-to-follow steps. In January, she posted a now-viral video in which she came out as transgender after someone threatened to out her. Since that moment, sheβs been more open about her journey as a trans woman and how makeup plays into it.
Myla
If youβre looking for beauty influencers who post mood-boosting looks, search no further. Mylaβs fun makeup looks are straight out of an Instagram filter, featuring everything from smiley faces to daises to butterfly wings. For her, makeup is about creativity, playfulness, and self-expression, just as it should be.
Did I miss any of your favorite LGBTQ+ influencers? Of course, there are thousands of talented LGBTQ+ influencers out there, but check this talented bunch out when youβre looking for someone new. And remember, we choose who we follow, even if the talent is there, letβs try not to make problematic, negative people famous.
If youβre determined to up yourΒ everyday makeupΒ game this year, a soft glam routine is a way to go. Whether youβre just joining video calls or hanging out with roommates, a soft- neutralΒ smoky eye, highlighted skin, andΒ long lashesΒ will have you looking chic and pulled together without being too over the top. Not sure where to start? Weβre rounding up a few of our favorite soft glam Youtube tutorials below.Β
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Wing it OutΒ
This tutorial fromΒ The Queen HadassahΒ is great for darker skin tones and walks you through, step by step, how to create the ultimate sultry glam. She keeps the skin and her lips fairly neutral, while placing an emphasis on her eyes with a thick wing.
Light-HandedΒ
If you have fair skin, eyeshadow can feel heavy pretty quickly. To keep your glam looking soft and subtle, follow this video fromΒ Sacheu. She focuses on warm neutrals and blending to keep the look light and fresh.Β
All About the Eyes
The shimmery rosy pink look ahead is perfect for any occasion β especially Valentineβs Day. And thanks toAshley, recreating the glam is doable in under 15 minutes. If pinks arenβt for you, feel free to use her technique while swapping out the shades for burnt oranges or browns.
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Selfie-Ready
This look byΒ Jordyn Woods and Kally are quick, easy and glamorous. It features a sultry brown eye and a neutral matte gloss lip. Their go-to lippie happens to be one of our personal favorites, the MUA Lip Liner in Obsession NYX Lingerie Push up in Seduction NYX Filler Instinct Lipgloss.
Also, checkout K E M M I E for a Soft Glam below! She is an amazing MUA and her looks never misses. And that’s on what…. PERIOD. LOL
Golden Goddess
For a tutorial that gives golden hour glam, check out this video by Linasha. She applies bold yet natural lashes, a neutral eye and ultra-glossy lips. Itβs a face beat that you can rock all year round.Β
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Brighten Things Up
A natural glam look with a pop of color, this style byΒ Sydney LilianΒ is a go-to for days when you want to take it up a notch. The orange undertones of the eye makeup will definitely make your eyes pop β especially when youβre wearing a face mask.Β
Getting makeup on your clean white t-shirt orΒ face maskΒ is frustrating. Not only will it add to your laundry load, but it also leaves you with streaky or patchy looking makeup. And while it might seem easier to skip foundation and face makeup and stick to justΒ eye makeupΒ instead, there are tricks to preventing makeup transfer. Here, weβre sharing some of the best tips toΒ keep makeup in place.
To ensure maximum protection, make sure youβre opting for a waterproof formula. It may seem straightforward, but trust us when we say that these formulas are long-lasting and stay in place. We recommend theΒ SELENA GOMEZβS RARE BEAUTYΒ Concealer.
Set Everything
You probably know that setting your makeup is necessary for long-lasting results, but as vlogger Manny MUA shows in this video, thereβs a technique to achieving a truly transfer-proof finish. First, he applies his moisturizer and then sets it with a translucent powder and theΒ Urban Decay All Nighter Spray. Then, he primes his face with a tacky primer to help keep the foundation in place. After he applies his foundation and concealer, he sets his face again with a translucent powder, except this time he lets the products sit on his face for about five minutes. Once the five minutes are up, he sets his face again using a spray before finishing the rest of his face with bronzer, highlighter and blush. Finally, he goes in with one last round of translucent powder all over his face.
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Use Your Hair as a ShieldΒ
InΒ this video, fashion bloggerΒ Naomi BoyerΒ shows us how to safely put on a clean shirt after applying makeup. The trick is to comb your hair in front of your face. Then, while looking down, pull the opening of the shirt as far apart as you can and quickly pull it over your head.Β
Using a very light touch and a soft facial tissue, use vlogger Crystalβs press and roll method to absorb excess makeup that could potentially get onto your clothing or mask.
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Be Gentle with Your Mask
After completing and setting a full face using long-lasting formulas, Marie Jay says that the key to avoiding transfer onto a protective face mask is to apply the mask strategically. Instead of hooking the mask on one ear and sliding it across her face to the hook the other ear, which can cause transfer, she opens the mask, gently holds it in the center of her face without applying too much pressure and then hooks each ear in place. Itβs a small step, but itβs one more thing that can help to ensure your makeup stays in place.
Before you start bashing me in the comments section or on Twitter, hear me out first, okay?Β I know some of you are thinking,Β whatβs the point of wearing makeup when half your face is covered,Β orΒ itβs not the time to worry about makeup. Well, those are valid opinions but for some, applying makeup gives them a senseβ¦
Ever since Pon De Replay blasted through our old school boombox nearly 15 years ago, weβve been die-hard Rihanna fans. We didnβt think we could love her any more, and then she proved us wrong when she stepped on the beauty scene and MAJORLY shook sh*t up! Championing inclusivity, Rihannaβs Fenty Beauty line has products forβ¦
When Selena Gomez announced she was launching a beauty brand back in February, no doubt everyone had the same collective thought, do we need another celeb beauty brand? Although TBH, weβve seen some pretty fire formulas come through from celebs, so we had high hopes for Selenaβs offering! So, six months later sheβs finally launchingβ¦
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