Aisha Ntuli

These are my favourite powders to make my makeup look super flawless and last all day with either no or minimal creasing. These are all compatible with any skin type, so I think it mainly comes down to personal preferences regarding shade and price range. Powder can be tricky when you're first getting started, e.g. dry under eyes, cakey look; however, all of these powders are fine which really helps in that aspect. So I recommend looking at some undereye makeup tutorials. It took me some time to master mine, so patience is key. I also highly recommend a powder puff for undereye makeup from concealer to powder. I always try to get into brushes for my under eyes, but the puff is flawless every time, and it doesn't even need to be a super expensive one either. Like I do with setting sprays, I tend to use multiple powders at a time. I go in with both pressed and loose powders for the finish that I want if I’m doing a full face. However, I usually go in with one light finely milled powder if I’m going to try out a more no makeup makeup look.

If you don't want your makeup to go anywhere this primer bootcamp list is the best place to start ! As always, I have a good mix of high and low end products while providing some of my experience specific to my skin type. I have provided matte solutions, pore filling, serum and moisturiser style primers to provide as much variation as I could without making the list super long. Primer is a little more skin type and end look goal based so don't be afraid to try a few or try some together similar to my setting spray list :)

All things milky toner, for any and all skin types. Especially useful for the winter season where the air gets really dry and you need extra hydration. You can benefit from these toners whether you have really dry skin, combination, oily or normal skin. I especially like to use these at night during the winter season and u wake up with really good looking skin. In addition to this these toners are amazing for skin prep before makeup the more hydrated your skin is the better your makeup will look.

I have been on the hunt to try every setting spray that I can get my hands on and see which ones I like the best. For reference I have oily skin and I like a minimally dewy look but mostly matte. One other thing I have to mention is I never use one setting spray alone I always do something to powder melt and then my actual defence setting spray to keep my makeup on goes on top. I have tried tons of setting sprays and this is my comprehensive review of their performance. I’ve gone to parties in these survived 15+ hour days and 40 degrees celsius heat and I get super oily so I feel pretty qualified to give recommendations.

Higher end, lower end. Skincare, body care. These are chemical exfoliants actually worth your money and my experiences with them as someone who has tried A LOT of them. I have sensitive skin and tend to not do exfoliation more than two times a week but it still remains effective for me. When it comes to chemical exfoliants the most important thing is to listen to your skin if it’s too strong or burning don’t be afraid to wash it off even if it’s not a rinse off treatment. Everybody is different !