Just a cozy little list of makeup products I actually use and love — no gatekeeping here! From glowy skin must-haves to everyday lip glosses, these are my go-to beauty picks that make getting ready feel fun (even on rushed uni mornings). Think of it ...
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It lasts all day without needing touch ups, covers well from redness to blemishes and looks smooth😍
controls shine, which is great for oily or combination skin, because i have one:)
doesn’t feel heavy, even though it has high coverage, doesn’t clo...
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
The NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer is honestly one of the best out there. It gives really good coverage—you can use it for dark circles, pimples, or any redness, and it still looks super natural. The texture is creamy and blends really easily, so it d...
Radiant Creamy Concealer
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These are total classics. Velvet Teddy is like the perfect everyday nude—it’s soft, matte, and goes with literally any makeup look. You can wear it to class, out with friends, anywhere. It’s really flattering on most skin tones too.
Ruby Woo, on the ...
MAC Retro Matte Lipstick | Ruby Woo & Velvet Teddy
This lip liner is honestly a game-changer. Pillow Talk is that perfect “your lips but better” shade—it’s like a soft pinky-nude that goes with everything. You can use it to overline a little, and it still looks super natural. The formula is smooth an...
This primer is a classic for a reason. It smooths your skin like a filter and makes your foundation glide on super easily. If you’ve got texture or big pores, this helps blur everything out. It also helps your makeup stay in place longer perfect for ...
The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer
This is the go-to setting powder. It’s super fine, doesn’t look cakey, and keeps your makeup from sliding off. It sets everything without making your face feel dry or heavy, and it works great for under the eyes too no creasing. Ideal if you want tha...
Translucent Loose Setting Powder
Don’t let the name throw you off 😂this blush is seriously iconic. It’s a peachy-pink with a little bit of golden shimmer that makes your cheeks look super fresh and glowy. It works on so many skin tones and adds just the right amount of color withou...
Iconic Blush Color: Orgasm Collection
This bronzer is perfect for that natural, sun-kissed look. It’s matte, so there’s no shimmer, which makes it great for contouring too. The shade isn’t too orange or too muddy it’s just right. Easy to blend and looks good even if you’re in a rush;)
Hoola Matte Bronzer powder bronzer for face
Even though Becca’s gone, this highlighter is still a legend (now under Smashbox). Champagne Pop gives you that golden glow that looks lit-from-within without being glittery. A little goes a long way, and it pops beautifully in photos or under lights...
Super inclusive shade range! It feels smooth and stays put all day. Good if you like a matte finish.
Foundation Makeup
Very natural-looking and blends easily — doesn’t feel heavy at all.
Blush
So pretty and glowy, especially if you like something that pops but still feels smooth on the skin:)
Blush + Highlighter
So prettyyy and glowy, especially if you like something that pops but still feels smooth on the skin😍
Mascara & Mascara Primer for Length & Volume
Smells like chocolate! The shades blend well and are really pigmented.
Eye Shadow | High-Pigment & Cruelty-Free Formulas
Super full coverage great for hiding breakouts or under eye circles.
Face Concealer
Okay, I’ve been using this foundation for uni and it’s honestly so good for the price. It blends super easily, doesn’t feel heavy at all, and keeps my face looking smooth without caking. I use it in the morning and it still looks decent by the end of...
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Foundation Makeup
This is like the budget version of that fancy Charlotte Tilbury glow thing. I put it under foundation or mix it in, and it gives me such a pretty, healthy shine. Makes me look more awake in 8 AM lectures, which is a win😅
Halo Glow Liquid Filter Complexion Booster
I finally tried the viral blush and OMG it’s as good as everyone says. A little bit goes a long way, so one bottle is gonna last me forever. It blends out so nicely and makes my cheeks look really fresh and cute. Selena knew what she was doing!
Honestly one of my go-to lip glosses. It’s not sticky and comes in so many shades, I just keep one in every bag. It’s perfect for everyday classes or casual hangouts when you want a little shine but not too extra😘
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
I have pretty short lashes, but this mascara makes them look so much longer without clumping. It doesn’t flake either, even when I wear it all day at University . Makes my eyes pop without looking too dramatic🤗
Telescopic Instant Lift Washable Mascara
looks so natural on the skin! I put a bit on my cheekbones and nose for that effortless vibe.
pure nude highlighter
it literally makes my skin look filtered. I save it for long days or events because it keeps my makeup looking fresh and smooth.
Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder: 2 Medium
This stuff smells so good and gives that glass-skin effect under makeup. I use it as a primer when I want that natural glow. It also helps fade dark spots slowly, so it’s a two-in-one for me😁
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
Literally holds makeup down all day, even when I have long classes and forget to touch up. It’s sticky at first but that’s why the foundation sticks so well. Also, niacinamide is good for breakouts and texture:)
Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide
I mix this with tinted moisturizer or use it alone on bare skin. It makes me look alive even when I’m running late for uni. The glow is natural and not glittery at all, just healthy-looking skin;)
Saie Glowy Super Gel | All-Over Luminizer | Clean Highlighter
Game changer for redness! It starts green and then changes to your skin tone. I wear it instead of foundation on lazy days. Feels like skincare but still evens things out. Perfect for no-makeup makeup days…
Feels more like skincare but has light coverage. It makes my skin look hydrated and fresh. I wear it when I want to look put together but not ‘full glam.’ And it has hyaluronic acid😙
True Match Hyaluronic Tinted Serum
Super black, easy to apply, and stays put. I use it for my basic winged liner every time.
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Liner | NYX Professional Makeup
This is like my fancy lip balm it adjusts to my natural lip color and makes them look healthy and juicy. I use it when I want to look effortlessly cute.😁
This is my makeup lifesaver. I spray it after everything and it melts all the powdery layers into one smooth finish. Makes my makeup last longer too, especially on hot days😙
Fix+ | Makeup Setting Spray
Okay, this stuff is so glossy and hydrating at the same time. I use it during class, before bed, literally all the time. My lips feel soft even hours later. My fave is the Vanilla one — it smells like dessert without being too sweet. It gives that gl...
peptide lip treatment - unscented
This is like a cozy blanket for your skin. I put it on at night and wake up with baby-smooth skin. It’s rich but not heavy or oily, and great for calming down dry or irritated skin (especially during finals stress). Also, the packaging is really aest...
Barrier Restore Cream
This is the easiest way to bronze/contour without looking muddy. It’s creamy, blends fast, and gives me that soft dimension without harsh lines. Looks super natural😙
SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer
It’s like a concealer and eye cream in one. Super brightening, creamy, and blends so easily. I use it even without foundation it gives a clean girl finish in seconds🤭
Revealer Concealer
It’s skincare, makeup, and sun protection all in one bottle. Light coverage and super glowy I wear this when I want to look like I tried without actually trying🤭
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
Chic, understated, and undeniably luxurious. This balm adjusts to your natural lip color, adding a personalized flush while keeping lips hydrated. It's the kind of product that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together—even if you’re running ...
Lengthens, lifts, and doesn’t smudge during lectures or emotional spirals. Honestly, a holy grail.
lash princess false lash mascara
It’s hydrating and glossy without being sticky. Shades like “Figfig” or “Bare Grape” give main-character-lip energy, even in a hoodie.
Juicy Lasting Tint Original Series - Rom&nd US Official
Easy to use, stays all day, and makes your brows look naturally full—not painted on. Plus, it’s under $5. Yes, really.
Drawing Eye Brow
Blush that says ‘I’m thriving’😛
Gives the perfect peachy-pink flush with a soft shimmer. Looks like you just got good news or fell in love.
Baked Blush - Luminoso
Technically skincare, but always in my bag,
Soft lips = better lipstick days. I wear it like a gloss in class and pretend I’m in a Vogue “What’s in my bag” video🤭
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate
Gives glass-skin vibes without trying too hard. I mix it with my moisturizer and my skin looks alive, not shiny;) Why it’s great? A radiant skin enhancer that can be worn alone, under makeup, or as a highlight.
Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer, Face and Body
Perfect for those days you want a little pop of color but don’t want to reapply 10 times. Classy, not fussy✌️
Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick Matte Longwear Lipstick Makeup
I swear good brows change your whole mood. This combo = clean, snatched, and still soft enough for day vibes🤭
Micro Brow Eyebrow Pencil | NYX Professional Makeup