just a collection of makeup products i’ve tested and couldn’t let go of…. no regrets, just good choices!
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lips
foundations
concealers
setting powders
blushes
contours and bronzers
lips
the color 17 is vibrant yet easy to wear, making it perfect for both a casual day out and a night out with friends… most important - glitters that leave a shine
Lip Glosses: softening, glossy and creamy - KIKO
finally tried it.. it’s thicker than their lip sleeping mask but still buttery, it’s giving that instant hydration and slight plumping effect plus, it gives a glossy, healthy-looking finish without being sticky, which is a win!!
Bouncy & Firm Lip Treatment | LANEIGE
gives your lips a fresh, plumped look instantly, lightweight and comfortable formula.. fussy is deff my fave
Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Fenty Beauty
this one feels more like a nourishing treatment, it smooths out dry lips, adds a nice shine, and gives a subtle but noticeable plump effect
Lip Injection Power Plumping Liquid Lip Balm - Too Faced
perfect for defining lips and giving them a bit more volume—without needing a ton of effort
Lip Injection Extreme Lip Shaper Lip Liner - Too Faced
it’s sheer but buildable, super comfortable, and gives that soft, slightly glossy finish-like you just naturally have perfect lips
Clinique Almost Lipstick - Jasmin
instantly making my lips feel soft and smooth, no stickiness, i use it as a daily balm and glossy topper
work fast, cause once it sets, it stays! on the lips, it’s like a “my lips but rosier” vibe, soft, natural, and effortless.. perfect for those no-makeup days when you still wanna look alive!
this lip liner truly lasts, once it sets, it doesn’t budge, making it ideal for long days or special events.. the waterproof formula holds up against eating, drinking, and even a little humidity, ensuring your lips stay flawless for hours.. the cream...
Traced Out Longwear Waterproof Pencil Lip Liner - Fenty Beauty
foundations
it feels lightweight, but it still covers pretty much everything… it does dry down kinda quick, but just blend it a little faster.. however, it stays put all day without looking gross
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation - Fenty Beauty
this is one of those foundations that just makes your skin look healthy, the coverage is light to medium.. it evens out your skin but still lets it breathe… and if you have super oily skin, you might need to set it with a bit of powder
Sheer Glow Foundation - NARS Cosmetics
in-between-medium-to-full coverage but still natural and skin-like.. it evens everything out, covers redness, and somehow still looks fresh, not too matte, not too dewy
Born This Way Flawless Coverage Natural Finish Foundation
it just makes my skin look like my skin, but smoother and more even, no cakiness, no weird patches, and it stays put all day without feeling heavy
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Natural Glow Foundation - Sephora
concealers
massive bottle, insane coverage, and somehow still lightweight.. the texture is super creamy and blendable, so it doesn’t look dry or cakey.. plays well with foundation but also works great on its own
Born This Way Super Coverage Multi-Use Concealer - Too Faced
the coverage is medium, so it won’t fully erase your sins like a heavy-duty concealer, but it will make you look fresh and awake.. the texture is smooth, lightweight, and blends like a dream
Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Concealer - Jasmin
hydrates, brightens, and lasts.. formula is super creamy but not heavy, which means it blends effortlessly and doesn’t settle into fine lines.. perfect for those days when you want coverage but still want your skin to breathe
We're Even Hydrating Longwear Concealer - Fenty Beauty
setting powders
it actually melts into the skin instead of sitting on top, my makeup stays put all day without creasing, and it gives that soft-focus, airbrushed look without feeling heavy… no flashback, no weird white cast
Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder - Fenty Beauty
leaves the skin looking blurred, like you’ve applied a soft-focus filter in real life.. locks in makeup without weighing it down
Charlotte Tilbury
Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
blushes
pigmented but not too intense, so you can build it up without going overboard.. no patchiness, no dryness, just a soft finish
this blush is insanely pigmented-one tiny dot is enough for both cheeks, but it blends out so beautifully, leaving the most natural, glow.. the formula is lightweight, never patchy, and somehow makes my skin look fresher
it never feels sticky or greasy, it works on bare skin and over makeup without messing anything up.. glowy cheeks that make you look fresh
Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush- Fenty Beauty
a classic for a reason.. the formula is so smooth, easy to blend, and gives the most beautiful, natural flush.. the shades are stunning-Orgasm is an iconic favorite
Powder Blush - NARS Cosmetics
get the best of both worlds with the creme and powder blushes!! the creme gives you a dewy, fresh flush, while the powder adds a soft, blurring finish that’s just perfect.. both formulas are buttery smooth, blend like a dream, and last all day withou...
Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo
soft, radiant flush, the formula is so smooth and silky, blending effortlessly into the skin, gives a beautiful luminous finish without being too shiny or glittery.. the color payoff is amazing, and it lasts all day without fading or looking patchy
Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush - Rare Beauty
the texture is silky smooth, and it blends seamlessly into the skin, providing a soft, luminous finish.. it is buildable, so you can easily customize the intensity to suit your preference.. the shade is a beautiful rosy pink that enhances the complex...
Rosy Glow Blush: New Shades, Glow Effect | Dior
a truly luxurious product that delivers both exceptional quality and performance.. the texture is finely milled, allowing for smooth application and seamless blending.. true to its name, this blush lasts up to 24 hours and the shade range is elegant ...
Make Me Blush Powder - Makeup - Blush & Bronzer - YSL Beauty
for those looking for high-quality performance at a budget-friendly price… the formula is smooth, blendable, and delivers a natural flush of color that enhances any makeup look.. with a soft, buildable texture, it allows for both a subtle glow and a ...
Shop the Best Blush | Sephora
contours and bronzers
the stick form is super convenient and fun to use.. it layers well under concealer and doesn’t crease or look patchy throughout the day.. it feels smooth and natural while still neutralizing dark circles, redness, or discoloration
Match Stix Correcting Skinstick- Fenty Beauty
creamy, matte-finish contour stick that blends really good.. the formula isn’t too thick or greasy, making it perfect for a natural sculpted look without looking muddy.. if you love convenient, blendable, and travel-friendly makeup it's a win
Match Stix Contour Stick - Fenty Beauty
smooth, matte bronzer that gives you that natural, sun-kissed glow without looking too orange or muddy.. buttery soft formula, blends effortlessly, and feels super lightweight on the skin
Sun Stalk'r Instant Warmth Bronzer - Fenty Beauty
gives a natural warmth without any shimmer, buttery soft and never looks patchy or cakey on the skin and it’s infused with real cocoa powder, so it literally smells like chocolate
Matte Bronzer: Chocolate Soleil Bronzing Powder - Too Faced
the tone is neutral, so it’s not too warm or too cool, just that perfect balance for a naturally bronzed look.. it’s also buildable, so you can go for a soft glow or a more sculpted effect
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Powder Bronzer
texture is silky and weightless, it has a liquid-to-soft-matte finish, ensuring it melts into the skin seamlessly without emphasizing texture or dryness, the pigmentation is buildable, delivers a high-quality, user-friendly product that enhances natu...
this palette has everything you need to highlight, blush, all in one sleek, travel-friendly package.. i use it specifically as a highlight and blush and it's one of my best purchases
Dior Backstage Glow Face Palette - Makeup
blinding, ultra-glowy highlighter that adds insane dimension and shine… absolutely everything about this highlighter blew me away, from the packaging, the formula to how easy it is to apply and how it looks on the skin
Diamond Bomb All-Over Highlighter - Fenty Beauty
delivers a soft, dewy glow with a hint of luminosity, perfect for those who want a subtle yet radiant finish, formula is creamy and lightweight, easy to dot directly on your face, natural, healthy glow
Hollywood Beauty Light Wand: Liquid Highlighter
it glides on the skin beautifully and doesn't look chalky or dry, making it perfect for achieving a seamless, glowing finish that is metallic and radiant.. long-lasting formula, even a light swipe will give you a gorgeous glow
Glow Seeker Highlighter | Anastasia Beverly Hills
eyebrows
the ultra-fine tip makes it super easy to create realistic hair-like strokes.. pigmentation is perfectly balanced, it gives a matte, natural-looking finish that stays put throughout the day without smudging
Precisely, My Brow Pencil - Benefit Cosmetics
ride-or-die product for anyone who loves bold, defined, and long-lasting brows, highly pigmented, creamy texture that lets you create everything from natural to ultra-sculpted brows with ease, perfect for all-day wear
DIPBROW® Pomade | Anastasia Beverly Hills
luxurious, ultra-precise brow pencil that delivers realistic, fuller brows.. color payoff is strong but not overpowering and it comes in multiple shades
Natural Brown: Brow Cheat: Precision Brow Pencil | Charlotte Tilbury
eyelashes
formula is rich, creamy, and intensely black, making every lash look thicker and fuller with just one coat, also buildable, so you can go from a soft, fluttery look to mega volume and drama without clumping
Ysl Mascara Lash Clash Extreme Volume
it promises dramatic volume, intense length, and bold, fluttery lashes.. rich, ultra-black, and slightly thick, which helps add instant volume to your lashes, application is smooth, and you can easily build it up
Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara - Too Faced
thin brush applicator makes it super easy to apply, just swipe it along your lash line and brows twice a day.. it dries quickly, so you can easily layer mascara or brow products over it, stronger, healthier hair growth!!