When it comes to makeup, I believe in products that not only look beautiful but feel good on the skin and serve a purpose beyond the surface. My top picks are chosen for their quality, performance, and versatility. Each product I recommend has earned...
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Concealer
Lip Products
Foundation
Mascara
Blush
Highlighter
Concealer
My big 3
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Effect: Brightens, conceals, de-puffs, hydrates, and refreshes
Formula: Lightweight, infused with caffeine & vitamin C
Finish: Natural satin — fresh, smooth, not too matte
Shade Range: ~11 shades (light to deep)
Review:
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ColorStay Skin Awaken™ 5-in-1 Concealer
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Effect: Full coverage to conceal dark circles, blemishes, and discoloration
Formula: Creamy, highly pigmented
Finish: Matte, skin-like, non-greasy
Shade Undertone: Cool-peach, medium-deep, skin with olive or cool undertones
Revie...
Infallible Full Wear Concealer Caramel 400 | L'Oréal Paris
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)
Effect: Brightens, conceals, and smooths under-eyes
Formula: Lightweight, hydrating with skincare benefits
Finish: Natural-satin; not too matte, not too dewy
Shade Range: 25 inclusive shades (with neutral, cool, warm & olive...
Under Eye Concealer | Eliminate Dark Spots Mature Skin
Lip Products
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Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
Texture: Smooth, buttery, non-sticky
Finish: Sheer glossy tint with a hint of warm brown
Scent: Subtle vanilla-sugar
Review:
The formula melts into the lips with a silky texture that instantly hydrates and smooths. It’s addicting...
Lip Butter Balm, Vanilla
Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
Effect: High-shine, non-sticky gloss with a hint of color
Formula: Hydrating
Finish: Glossy with a subtle shimmer
Shade Range: 11 versatile shades suitable for various skin tones
Review:
Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bomb is a cult-favor...
Lip Gloss
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Effect: Full, defined lips with a soft matte finish
Formula: Creamy-matte, long-wearing, and non-feathering
Finish: Matte but still comfortable
Shade Range: 19 shades — pretty inclusive, with a good range for different skin tones
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Ultra Suede® Sculpting Lip Pencil
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Effect: Glossy, plump, and juicy-looking lips
Formula: Lightweight oil-gloss hybrid with peptides and hydrating ingredients
Finish: Glassy shine
Shade Range: 10 shades — cute colors, but not all show up well on deeper tones
My Re...
Wet Lip Oil Gloss
Foundation
Perfect for no makeup-makeup
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)
Coverage: Buildable light to medium
Finish: Natural skin-like, slightly radiant
Shade Range: Wide and inclusive
Wear Time: Long-lasting, sweat-resistant
Review:
The Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation is that rare kind of...
Foundation | DIOR CA
Mascara
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Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
Effect: Dramatic volume, fuller-looking lashes
Formula: Soft, buildable, slightly dry
Finish: Intense deep black with a natural lift
Brush: Traditional bristle brush – thick and easy to control
Review:
The L’Oréal Voluminous Orig...
Voluminous Original Mascara Blackest Black | L'Oréal Paris
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Effect: Tacky “grip” base for enhanced makeup longevity
Formula: Lightweight, hydrating gel with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Finish: Clear, slightly dewy — not matte
Skin Types: Works best for dry/combination; may misbehave on...
Power Grip Primer
Eye shadow
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3.5/5)
Effect: High-pigment, blendable, long-wearing eyeshadows
Formula: Cream-to-powder, mousse-textured, or baked
Finish: Matte, satin, shimmer, and glitter
Shade Range: Extensive for light to medium tones; less inclusive for deeper ...
Eyeshadows
Bronzer
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Effect: Subtle sun-kissed warmth with soft glow
Formula: Creamy, balm-like
Finish: Radiant sheen with fine shimmer
Shade Range: 5 inclusive shades
Review:
The Bronzino Bronzer gives a fresh, dewy finish with a soft, sun-kissed ...
Tower Bronzino Illuminating Bronzer
Contour
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3.5/5)
Effect: Sculpting, defining, and enhancing facial features
Formula: Creamy, cool-toned, buildable
Finish: Semi-matte
Shade Range: 6 shades (Fair to Deep)
Review:
The Milk Makeup Sculpt Stick is a cool-toned, buildable formula t...
Sculpt Stick Cream Contour Stick
Eyeliner
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)
Effect: Natural-looking definition
Formula: Smooth, easy to smudge for smokey eye, long-wearing
Finish: Soft matte
Shade Range: 6 shades
My Review:
This brow pencil has become one of my go-tos. Easy to draw. The texture is smoo...
Annabelle Eyebrow Pencil
Eyebrow products
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)
Effect: Super natural and defined brows with tiny, hair-like strokes
Formula: Smooth, pigmented, smudge-proof
Finish: Soft matte
Shade Range: 12 shades — pretty inclusive but could use one or two deeper neutrals
My Review:
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