Makeup Guide – Page 7

The Best Products to Try if You Want Juicy, Plump Lips

Published on July 14, 2023May 1, 2024 by LeeLeave a comment

After years of caking our lips with drying, opaque liquid lipsticks that made us look like a corpse after a couple of hours, it’s no secret that what’s considered the hot thing in lip products has done a 180. Gone are the days of the word “matte” being the most sought-after thing in lips, and instead, hydrating, juicy products have taken their place.

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There’s nothing quite like a pout that looks hydrated, dewy, and coated in a sheen that captures the overall clean, low-maintenance beauty look that everyone’s been trying to achieve over the past few months. Having lips that get you compliments doesn’t require a trip to the injector—all it takes is having a few products you can turn to to make yours as plump and juicy as possible.

These tried-and-true products will make your chapped lips a thing of the past and will make a full, hydrated pout your present and future.

MAKEUP BY MARIO

MoistureGlow™ Plumping Lip Serum

7 shades available

If you want juicy, moisturized lips with a hint of color, this product will be your new holy grail. It’s a hydrating, melting, glossy balm that leaves lips with a high-shine, plump finish. Let’s just say there’s a reason it was sold out for months after it was released.

HAUS LABS

PhD Hybrid Lip Oil

4 shades available

Finding a non-sticky gloss used to be next to impossible, but not anymore. This lip oil comes in four shades (including a clear) that gives lips lightweight hydration and a completely non-sticky shine. If it’s TikToker Mikayla Nogueira’s favorite lip oil, you know it must be good.

HOURGLASS

Phantom Volumizing Glossy Bomb

8 shades available

If you’ve been on TikTok lately, odds are you’ve seen this product (likely dozens and dozens of times). This gloss-balm hybrid nourishes, hydrates, and plumps lips while delivering the color payoff of a lipstick. It’ll leave you with a dewy, high-shine pout with a wash of color that’ll make it your new favorite lip product for fall.

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LAWLESS

Forget The Filler Overnight Mask

2 shades available

If you’re looking for a treatment that’ll make your lips have a lasting plump, look no further. This overnight lip-plumping treatment supports natural collagen production and uses hyaluronic acid so you wake up with lips that look bigger (and will stay that way with continued use). In both a soft pink and cherry shade, you also can use it over a lip liner for a gloss alternative that’ll treat your lips all day long.

RHODE SKIN

Peptide Lip Treatment

3 flavors available

When Hailey Bieber’s skincare line, Rhode, dropped, everything sold out almost instantly and has been getting rave reviews ever since. Their Peptide Lip Treatment is a restorative balm for plump, soft lips, and has over 6,000 reviews and a 4.7-star rating. After a month of use, I can vouch that it’s by far the most hydrating lip product I’ve ever used. A future me is stocking up, but lately, I’ve been taking the one I have everywhere I go.

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TARTE

Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump

8 shades available

Another TikTok-viral product, this is a gloss and treatment in one that will give you immediate, lasting hydration. With just a couple of swipes, you’ll get the same shiny payoff as a gloss with a sexy wash of color.

KOSAS

Plump + Juicy Lip Booster Buttery Treatment

We’re living in a world where lip treatments aren’t reserved exclusively for at-home use. Putting on your favorite mask and heading out of the house can look just as good as a gloss, but with added benefits. This treatment has a rich, buttery formula packed with fatty acids and lip-boosting actives for your healthiest-looking lips ever.

IRIS & ROMEO

Power Peptide Lip Balm

7 shades available

This cult-favorite lip product has racked up a perfect five-star review, and when you experience it, you immediately understand why. It’s a rich, buttery lip balm formulated to not cause more dryness and deliver a sheer, buildable wash of color. Not only does it increase lip volume and firmness, but it hydrates deeply every single time you put it on.

LANEIGE

Lip Sleeping Mask

5 flavors available

If there’s one lip product our editors can’t live without, it’s Langeige’s famous Lip Sleeping Mask. The ultra-hydrating, leave-on mask has won award after award, with reviews swearing that it banished dry lips for good. Overnight, it’ll transform your lips and diminish the look of fine lines, both of which you’ll see and feel the benefits of all day long.

The Best Summer Makeup Tutorials for Any Vibe or Occasion

Published on July 9, 2023May 1, 2024 by LeeLeave a comment

During the summer, it’s common to scale back your makeup routine to prioritize comfort in the heat and show off your beautiful natural skin. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t still plenty of opportunities to get glam, whether your calendar for the next couple of months is jam-packed with weddings or you just like to wear makeup every day regardless of the rising temps. Between dewy skin, bronzed cheekbones, glossy lips, and more, there’s so much to love about summer makeup. In need of some inspo? Ahead, we’ve rounded up some editor-approved summer makeup tutorials to try.

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An Easy, 5-Minute Tutorial

If you’re crunched for time but can’t bear the thought of leaving the house without a little makeup (trust us, we get it), this simple everyday makeup tutorial takes just five minutes to do. Seriously. YouTuber BlissfulBrii’s summer makeup routine starts with a lightweight yet full-coverage liquid foundation to stay cool and comfortable on hot days. (We love the breathable, weightless feel of the YSL Beauty All Hours Foundation, which also has SPF 30 to keep your skin protected from the sun.) She locks her foundation and concealer in place by setting it with the Maybelline New York Fit Me Loose Finishing Powder, then keeps the rest of her makeup simple — cream blush and bronzer to warm up the cheeks, a swipe of brow gel and a coat of mascara.

Warm Bronze and Copper Tones

In this tutorial, creator Joanna Maria Kutkina demonstrates how you can get a faux sun-kissed look and add warmth to your complexion using makeup in bronze, copper, peach and orange shades. Instead of foundation, she layers SPF, tan drops and the L’Oréal Paris True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum for a glowy and natural-looking base. What really makes this look standout, however, are the peachy and copper shades of eyeshadow she uses on her eyelids. For a palette with a variety of sunny, orangey pigments, check out the Urban Decay UD x Smiley Naked Mini Eyeshadow Palette in Mucho Happy.

Everyday Glam

Maybe you’re the kind of person who loves a full-glam look — lashes and all — regardless of the season or occasion. We hear you. This everyday makeup tutorial keeps the skin glowy and lit-from-within while using full-coverage products. For the eyes, this YouTuber does a soft, blended-out wing and fluffy false eyelashes (our faves are the NYX Professional Makeup Jumbo Lash! Vegan False Eyelashes). The creator’s look also features a full lip moment, finishing with a swipe of the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Satin Lipstick.

A Colorful Monochromatic Look

Washes of bright pink on the cheeks, lips and eyelids make for a colorful and creative summer makeup look that’s still lowkey enough to rock during the day. Creator Alexandra Anele achieves this monochromatic flushed vibe by layering candy-colored blushes and blending out the same color on her eyelids. Anele uses cream blush in the video, but the Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Glow Blush has a silky feel and comes in stunning pink shade options.

No Foundation Summer Makeup

When the temperatures start to soar, it can be uncomfortable to layer on the foundation when you want to let your skin breathe. Enter: Naakie Nartey’s summer makeup routine to cover up scarring and hyperpigmentation without using foundation. Nartey blends out concealer and uses color-correcting techniques to cover dark spots. To try the technique yourself, invest in a concealer that matches your skin tone as well as a lighter option for highlighting and a darker option for contouring. The Valentino Beauty Very Valentino Concealer is a hydrating longwear concealer that will feel comfortable on even the hottest days.

A Cry- and Heat-Proof Wedding Guest Look

Wedding season is in full swing and while weddings are the perfect opportunity to glam it up, heat, sweat and the occasional tears can quickly undermine a makeup look. This cry- and heat-proof wedding guest makeup tutorial will be your savior this summer. Remember to start with primer to make your makeup last and opt for budge-proof, waterproof products like the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara.

Makeup Products for Your Glowiest Skin Yet

Published on June 28, 2023May 1, 2024 by Lee1 Comment

Glowy, luminous, glazed — if these are the words you want people to think of when they look at your skin, you’ve come to the right place. From highlighters as reflective as a compact mirror to subtle glow-enhancing foundations and blushes that will make your cheeks look naturally kissed by the sun, we’ve rounded up a list of our favorite radiance-boosting makeup products ahead.

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The Best Glowy Makeup Products

L’Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer

Achieve a head-to-toe glow with this viral multi-use liquid luminizer. You can tap it onto the high points of your face for a targeted dewy sheen, mix it into your moisturizer or foundation for an all-over glow or apply it on your body to make your limbs gleam. Available in four shades, from pink-y champagne to deep bronze, there’s a hue made to complement every skin tone.

NYX Professional Makeup Jumbo Multi-Use Highlighter Sticks

Scribble these chubby pearl-infused pencils anywhere you want an instant glow, from your cheekbones to the tip of your nose. The high-shine pigments, creamy texture and retractable tip make them incredibly easy to use, and the shade options range from classic coppers and golds to bright white and purple.

Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation

A cult-favorite for a reason, this foundation delivers softly lit skin that looks glowy and blurred, even under harsh fluorescent lighting. You can sheer out or build up the formula to your desired coverage and watch your skin transform as though it’s been placed under an IRL filter.

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Maybelline New York FaceStudio Master Chrome Metallic Highlighter

These richly pigmented and metallic powders are the perfect option for those who want their highlight to pop all day. Choose from four chrome-inspired shades, including a rich rose gold and a burnished topaz.

YSL Beauty NU Halo Tint Highlighter

Not a fan of a blinding highlight? You might love this pearl-infused liquid, which imparts a subtle shimmer that looks glowy and refined, not overpowering. We love that it’s infused with moisturizing ingredients too, like vitamin E and jasmine flower extract.

Urban Decay All Nighter Extra Glow Setting Spray

Lock in your makeup and preserve your glow all day with this longwear setting spray. Infused with hyaluronic acid and agave extract, it gives even matte foundations and powder products a subtle dewiness.

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Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Glow Blush

These blushes give cheeks a smooth airbrushed pop of color and glow. Our editors fell in love with the versatile shade range, from rich berries and plums to sunset corals, along with the subtle luminosity they give the skin.

about-face Vinyl Effect Eye Gloss

Eye glosses give any eye look a layer of slick, wet-looking shine. This one is highly reflective and non-sticky, with a doe-foot applicator that makes application easy.

The Best Pink Blushes For A Sun-Kissed Glow

Published on June 24, 2023 by Lee4 Comments

Blush is a secret weapon a lot of us have incorporated into our makeup routines. It’s a simple step that adds dimension, a pop of color and creates a beautiful sun-kissed glow. Whether you’re a recent or a long-time user, you know that adding a little bit (or a lot – you do you!) of blush to your skin can do a whole lot to your appearance. The best thing about blush is that it comes in all different shades, making it easy to find one that pairs well with your skin and makeup preferences.

Pink is probably one of the most popular blush shades – along with any coral and peach shade. It looks great on any skin color and can give you a sun-kissed glow we all know and love during the spring and summer months.

Keep reading to see our favorite pink blushes that give you that just kissed by the sun look.

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Multi-Stick Cream Blush + Highlighter + Lip Tint in Washed Pink

$36

You can never go wrong with a cream blush. This Multi-Stick Cream Blush from Ilia can be used as a blush, highlighter and lip tint. It can be easily carried around in your purse for a touch-up whenever you need it. You’ll fall in love with its dewy finish and pretty pink color.

Soft Pinch Liquid Blush in Happy

$23

The shade Happy in this Rare Beauty liquid blush is a dewy, cool pink color that you’ll love finishing your makeup look with. The liquid formula allows you to add as much or as little as you’d like. This shade is a brighter pink, which is perfect for creating a sun-kissed look all year round.

BYO Blush Color Changing Blush Oil

$36

Youthforia color changing blush oil will give you the right amount of flush to create that “natural blushing” look. It works by reacting to your skin’s natural pH to give you a universally flattering glow. The blush is light and small, easy to be thrown into your purse for easy on-the-go touch-ups.

On-The-Glow Blush in Juicy

$18

If you love that rosy, flushed look after spending the day on the beach (which may ultimately be sunburn – don’t forget your sunscreen!), achieve it in a less skin-damaging way with Pixi On-The-Glow Blush in the shade Juicy and Ruby. It’s a beautiful sun-kissed that will blend easily on your skin, giving your skin a touch of glow.

Multi-use stick provides a hint of color while hydrating and conditioning skin in one swipe. This hydrating solid cheek tint is formulated to blend effortlessly on the skin for a natural finish on cheeks and lips. Enriched with botanicals and fruit extracts to create a nourished natural glow.

Blush in Orgasm – Peachy Pink with Shimmer

$32

While liquid and cream blushes are having a moment, we’ll always have room in our hearts for Nars Orgasm Blush. The shade is a peachy pink with a touch of shimmer. It’s perfect to use all year round, and will always give you a sun-kissed, golden glow. The powder formula is buildable, allowing you to get as sun kissed as you’d like, and a silky finish.

Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush in 04 Crush On Cupid

$24

The only cupid we’re crushing on is this gorgeous, soft cool pink cream blush from Fenty Beauty. Miss Rihanna blessed us with this light-as-air blush that will melt into your skin. The pink shade will blend into your skin, creating a seamless and natural-looking finish, even with how pigmented it is.

Dream Bouncy Blush in Pink Plum

$11

This powder-gel blush formula is extremely lightweight. It applies on your skin like a powder, and melts into your skin like a cream. The pink plum shade may be the perfect pink color that will look great with any and every skin tone. It’s the kind of color that makes you feel fresh and ready to tackle your day.

Blush Color Infusion in Passionfruit

$36

If you’re searching for a sheer powder blush that is also long wearing, look no further than the marvelous Laura Mercier. The Blush Color Infusion in the shade Passionfruit is a lighter pink color with a hint of warm coral. The blush adds a sheen to your skin, giving you a gorgeous glow and sun-kissed look instantly.

Cheek To Chic Blush in Love Glow

$42

Charlotte Tilbury’s richly pigmented blush will brighten any complexion. The blush comes in a stunning compact, which just adds to the experience of using the game-changing Cheek To Chic Blush. The Love Glow shade will give you that coveted sun-kissed glow. Its formula is rich and will blend beautifully on your skin.

Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush in She’s That Girl

$36

Not only is this blush ideal for creating a natural, but noticeable finish, the formula locks into your skin for extended wear. It comes with a cream and powder blush. The powder goes on first to set the tone for the sun-kissed glow, and the cream goes onto the apples of your cheeks to create the dewy and natural glow. The beautiful shade and glow will make you feel like you’re really that girl.

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As you can see, there are many products out there to help you create that kissed-by-the-sun glow we all know and love. Whether you’re a cream-based or powder-based fan, we’re sure you’ll find your new go-to pink blush with the list we’ve curated.