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my sephora holy grails: girl-to-girl honest guide

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stop wasting your money on makeup that doesn't work! here is my ultimate, unfiltered sephora guide. no gatekeeping, just pure holy grails with honest reviews and sisterly tips to save your skin (and your wallet). from flawless complexion to juicy lip...
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complexion & cheeks (for that expensive skin look)

let's talk about the base because if your foundation and blush look patchy, everything else falls apart. these are my absolute ride-or-die products that will give you that airbrushed, expensive skin finish that lasts from morning till night without m...

 
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this is hands down the holy grail of blushes! the pigment is insanely rich and it stays put all day long, even through sweat. girl-to-girl tip: please only use one tiny dot at first because a little goes a very long way! blend it out immediately with...
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Blush
 
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he absolute king of blurring pores and controlling oil. one swipe and your skin instantly looks like it has a real-life paris filter without looking cakey or heavy. girl-to-girl tip: if you want your under-eyes to stay crease-free and bright all day,...
Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder
 
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this liquid highlighter gives you that stunning, wet-looking, editorial glow rather than chunky, cheap glitter. it makes your skin look effortlessly hydrated. girl-to-girl tip: for that ultimate "glowing from within" vibe, mix one tiny drop of this i...
Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter - Rare Beauty by ...
 
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the most reliable foundation for oily-skinned girls. it controls shine for hours, covers dark spots perfectly, and is practically bulletproof. girl-to-girl tip: since this formula dries down to a matte finish pretty quickly, work in sections! dot it ...
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
 
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such an underrated gem from sephora’s own line! the price is super friendly, but the powder texture is incredibly finely milled and blends like a dream. girl-to-girl tip: go for a shade that has a subtle, built-in shimmer for your everyday look, so y...
Colorful Blush - Seidenweiches Rouge mit intensiver Pigmentierung
 
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yes, the price tag might make you cry, but the performance will make you realize it's worth every single penny. it acts like literal glue for your makeup, making it completely transfer-proof against masks or clothes. girl-to-girl tip: spray it in an ...
Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray

lips & eyes (the main attractions)

whether you want juicy pouty lips or eyes that pop, this section is where the magic happens. these are the viral icons that actually live up to the tiktok hype and will instantly pull your whole look together with minimal effort.

 
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the ultimate luxury lip oil that plumps your lips and gives them a gorgeous, healthy sheen without that annoying, sticky "i just ate fried food" feeling. girl-to-girl tip: layer this right on top of your favorite lip tint to get that instant, long-la...
DIOR Lip Glow Oil Hydrating High-Shine Gloss - Sephora
 
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a legendary matte lip cream that doesn't crack or dry out your lips, thanks to the avocado oil in the formula. it’s highly pigmented and covers dark lips in just one swipe. girl-to-girl tip: grab the shade sunrise pink or winter rose if you're lookin...
Cream Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick - SEPHORA COLLECTION
 
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the universal crowd-pleaser for a reason—the shine is unmatched. it smells incredible (like caramel vanilla) and has a huge, juicy applicator. girl-to-girl tip: if you're confused about which shade to buy, just get "fenty glow." it’s a magical shade ...
Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
 
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the most precise brow pencil out there because the tip is micro-fine. it makes mimicking natural brow hairs incredibly easy without looking boxy or too harsh. girl-to-girl tip: don't press down too hard while drawing because the formula is quite soft...
Brow Wiz® Ultra-Slim Precision Eyebrow Defining Pencil
 
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a lifetime investment piece. the color story is so versatile, covering everything you need from everyday natural browns to glam, smokey night-out looks. girl-to-girl tip: spritz your eyeshadow brush with a little bit of setting spray before dipping i...
Naked3 Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay
 
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this mascara genuinely lifts and separates every single lash, giving you a feathery, lengthened, and volumized look without clumpiness. girl-to-girl tip: always curl your lashes first, then wiggle the mascara wand from the very roots in a zig-zag mot...
Mini Lash Idôle Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara

skincare & prep (the key to flawless makeup)

bad base prep equals patchy makeup, period. before spending hundreds on fancy foundations, invest in these prep heroes that create the smoothest canvas ever, helping your makeup glide on smoothly and melt beautifully into your skin

 
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he ultimate savior for chapped lips. slather this on at night, and you'll wake up to baby-soft lips where dead skin just easily wipes away. girl-to-girl tip: don't just use it at night! apply a thin layer 10 minutes before starting your makeup as a l...
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate - Laneige
 
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a genius serum-meets-primer that gives your skin an instant, dewy, fresh-faced glow while helping fade dark spots over time. girl-to-girl tip: use this right before your foundation or skin tint. it grips your makeup beautifully and prevents it from c...
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops - Glow Recipe
 
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a luxurious mist with a soothing, spa-like herbal scent. it instantly refreshes the skin, tightens the appearance of pores, and gives a quick burst of radiance. girl-to-girl tip: keep this bottle in the fridge! whenever you feel sluggish or hot durin...
Beauty Elixir Hydrating Face Mist | CAUDALIE®
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a magical green-to-beige cream that neutralizes redness from acne or irritation instantly without needing a heavy layer of foundation. girl-to-girl tip: on lazy days when you don't want to wear heavy makeup but still want an even skin tone, just use ...
Cicapair™ Soothing Color Corrector Treatment SPF 30 | Dr.Jart+
 
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a pricey serum that truly delivers while you sleep. you'll wake up with plump, smooth skin and noticeably reduced redness. girl-to-girl tip: if you have a foundation that is too matte or thick, mix a single drop of this serum into it on the back of y...
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi- ...
 
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the ultimate compliment-getter body spray that smells like a dreamy, sweet mix of brazilian jasmine and pink dragonfruit. it’s super uplifting and fresh for daily wear. girl-to-girl tip: spray this directly onto your hairbrush and run it through your...
Cheirosa 68 Beija Flor Perfume Mist