Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
Makeup Recommendation
14
items I’m all about simple, everyday makeup that enhances rather than hides. I love testing out different products—especially ones that feel light, look natural, and are easy to use. From hydrating tinted balms to skin-like foundations and effortless brows...
Sections
4
Lip Balms
Lip Tints
Face Makeup
Eye Makeup
Lip Balms
I’ve always struggled with dry, chapped lips—especially in colder months or dry climates—so I’ve tested a lot of lip products over the years. This list includes my tried-and-true favorites that actually work to heal, hydrate, and protect my lips. Fro...
I’ve tried so many lip balms over the years, but Carmex Original is the only one that gives me fast, noticeable relief. Within just 15 to 30 minutes of applying it, my lips go from dry and chapped to smooth, soft, and moisturized. It has a slight tin...
Carmex Moisturizing Lip Balm, Original, 30g
I keep this on hand for emergencies—especially in the winter when my lips get so dry and cracked that everything else stings. Aquaphor is the only thing that actually soothes and protects without burning. It creates a barrier that locks in moisture a...
Eucerin Aquaphor Healing Ointment 50g
Lip Tints
There’s just something about a good lip tint—the natural flush, the blurred edges, the low-maintenance vibe. I love how they add a hint of color without feeling heavy or sticky. These are my go-to picks for that soft, lived-in look that stays put and...
I didn’t expect to love a water tint with a slightly purplish tone, but this one totally works—especially on my fair skin! It gives a sheer, juicy tint that looks natural but still adds depth. What I love most is how buildable and lightweight it feel...
Etude House Dear Darling Water Tint Strawberry
This oil tint is a total game-changer! It gives my lips that beautiful, glassy finish—like porcelain doll lips—while keeping them super moisturized. The texture is smooth and lightweight, not sticky at all. My lips look plump, shiny, and hydrated, wi...
ETUDE 01 Real Cherry Oil Tint
This water tint is exactly what I’ve been looking for—just a touch of red that enhances my natural lip color without being overpowering. It gives a soft, fresh look that’s super natural, almost like a slight “just-bitten” effect. The formula is light...
Water Fit Lip Tint - Picnic Red - The Face Shop
This is my absolute go-to when I want my lips to have just a little more depth and a subtle darker tint. It gives the perfect natural red shade, not too bold but just enough to enhance my lips. I usually layer my oil lip tint over it to create that d...
Face Shop Water Fit Lip Tint 04 - Red Signal
Face Makeup
I’m all about that effortless, glowy skin—nothing too heavy, just a fresh, glass-like finish. In this list, I’m sharing the face products I rely on to create that perfectly natural look. From lightweight foundations and subtle blushes to highlighters...
I’ve always struggled with my face darkening a bit when I apply makeup, likely due to my skin’s natural acidity. This product has been a game changer for me—it helps maintain my fair complexion throughout the day, giving me a smooth, even finish with...
Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer with Vitamin C + Hyaluronic Acid
This primer is a lifesaver for my redness-prone skin, especially around the sides of my nose and under my eyes, as it helps even out the color and reduces discoloration for a smooth, balanced base.
Photo Finish Correct Anti-Redness Face Primer
This CC cream is perfect for my skin, especially in the humid weather of the Philippines. It applies smoothly, provides great coverage, and adapts beautifully to my complexion, giving me a natural, fresh finish all day.
QUICKFX, CC Cream 10g
This CC cream is perfect for my skin in the west—its lightweight formula gives me a dewy, glass-skin look without feeling heavy, making my complexion look fresh and luminous all day long.
Moisture Surge™ CC Cream Hydrating Color Corrector Broad Spectrum SPF 30
I use this primer both before and after makeup whenever it’s dry outside. It boosts my skin’s hydration and gives me that extra dewy glow, keeping my complexion fresh and luminous all day, even in the driest weather.
Smashbox: Photo Finish Revitalize 8-in-1 Primer Essence
This setting spray is a game-changer! I spray it on after my makeup, and it really keeps everything in place, even when I sweat. My makeup stays flawless throughout the day, no matter what the weather throws at me.
Fix+ Alcohol-Free Hydrating, Fixing and Multitasking Setting Spray
Eye Makeup
For a clean and sharp look, I love applying a simple winged liquid liner. It’s my go-to for defining my eyes without being too dramatic, and it stays put all day for that perfect, effortless cat-eye look.
This liquid eyeliner is my go-to because it doesn't disappear throughout the day, even during a busy schedule. While it doesn't smudge, I do need to retouch it a bit when I sweat, but overall, it stays sharp and defined without any mess. Perfect for ...
Fenty Beauty: Flyliner Longwear Liquid Eyeliner
I’m all about waterproof mascara since I tend to sweat a lot and my face gets dewy. This one holds up perfectly, giving me voluminous lashes without smudging or flaking, no matter how much I sweat. It’s my go-to for long-lasting, smudge-proof lashes ...
Better Than Sex Volumizing & Lengthening Waterproof Mascara