Category: Makeup

As a makeup beginner, it can be very difficult to find the right eyeshadow shades that work for you. Even if you’re experienced in makeup, it is still important to know what shades best complement your features. Regardless, knowing the shades that work best for you is going to up your makeup game and advance […]

Everyone wants pearly, white teeth, right? There’s a few different ways you can do it whether that be at the dentist office or with white strips. Whenever you’re doing something to your teeth, you want to be careful because teeth are so important and they have to last you a long time. So, stay away […]

If you don’t know who Safiya Nygaard is, you’ve probably been living under a rock. All jokes aside, she’s a pretty well-known influencer. Up until a few years ago, she became popular from working for the hit media company, Buzzfeed. After building up her huge social media following, she parted ways from Buzzfeed and started […]

A well-lit mirror can be game changing for your makeup and beauty routine. Along with an adjustable dim setting and a magnified side mirror? You could sit there for hours plucking brows and picking at your face. (We know we shouldn’t but we’re all guilty!) Imagine how much easier it would make applying a winged […]

A staple of every flawless makeup application? Concealed pores. A good primer is worth it’s weight and gold and not all of them are created equally. A good one should blur pores, extend the wear time of your makeup and keep your face from looking cakey at the very least! But, lets not forget one […]

Update: KKW Beauty shut down on May 1, 2022 to be rebranded. Stay tuned for updates. KKW Beauty, Kim Kardashian West’s beauty line, good and bad is highly talked about whenever they launch something new. You can’t help but wonder, are her products good? Their lipsticks come in a variety of different finishes and shades […]

Morphe is one of the most popular makeup brands for two reasons. One – they create high-quality makeup and beauty products for a very affordable price. Two – many different beauty gurus have partnered with them to bring their products to light around the world. Some popular celebrities that have worked with Morphe are James […]

We’ve all been there. You complete your finished makeup look and it looks amazing. Then you step outside of your bathroom and realize everything looks off. Whether you caked too much on or you missed some spots, your makeup is just not doing it for you like it once was a few minutes ago. You […]

When you think of drugstore makeup that is high quality, a few brands might come to mind. For a lot of people, Milani is one of those brands. Milani creates high-quality drugstore makeup for an affordable price. So it’s no wonder why they’ve become so popular in the makeup community. One of Milani’s bestsellers is […]

A few years ago, ColourPop blew up on the internet and in the makeup community. It was around the time when liquid lipsticks were what everyone was obsessing over. So when people found ColourPop’s high-quality, but affordable liquid lipsticks, people hopped on the ColourPop train fast. Now that ColourPop has made a bigger name for […]

Lip filler is definitely a hot trend right now that everyone is doing to achieve a plumper pout. I dare you to scroll through Instagram without seeing an Instagram model with plump, pouty and even unnatural looking lips. But getting filler is expensive and it’s a lot of commitment, especially for a trend. If you […]

Foundation is not for everyone. Whether you don’t like the heavy feeling of it or you’re a makeup beginner looking for something more natural, foundation isn’t necessarily a must-have makeup product. In fact, it’s not necessary at all when we have BB creams! BB creams are an abbreviation for the term “blemish balms” and they […]

We are all used to wearing traditional lipstick colors, so why not switch it up? With so many different lipstick trends out there, it can be difficult to find one that isn’t too daunting. While white lipstick seems like the most terrifying one, there are actually a ton of different ways to pull it off […]

Lancome Juicy Tube Lip Glosses have made a comeback and they are just as good as they were in the early 2000s! These iconic glosses have not changed one bit…they’re still sticky but you can’t beat their long lasting, hydrating formula. Long lasting and lip gloss usually don’t belong in the same sentence but in […]

Matte liquid lipsticks have been all the rage in recent years, and we have Kylie Cosmetics to partly thank for that. The Kylie Cosmetics Liquid Lipsticks have, by far, become the most popular liquid lipsticks on the market. And as for Kylie Cosmetics, the liquid lipstick is the brand’s bestseller. Kylie Cosmetics Velvet Liquid Lipsticks […]

Finding a good drugstore foundation that works for your skin is hard enough. But finding one for oily skin? Now that’s a difficult task. With dry skin, you’ll need something that moisturizes your face and keeps it hydrated all day. Oily skin is a little bit more complicated than that. For oily skin, a formula […]

With summer already here and temperatures only getting higher, you are bound to sweat a little when going outside. And if you are a makeup lover, you know the importance of keeping your makeup in place all day long. That means that waterproof foundation is a must for the summer heat. A good waterproof foundation […]

Fenty Beauty shook the beauty industry in 2017 when Rihanna launched 40 shades of foundation. There is no doubt Fenty Beauty changed the beauty industry for the better and continues to push brands to create diverse shade offerings. Now you can even find drug store brands launching foundations with 40 shades! The beauty community has […]

Lip gloss or lipstick? That’s like asking someone if they want ice cream or cake! Both are amazing, it depends on the day and sometimes you want both! I always pick gloss because I like the feeling of wearing something hydrating on my lips. Both are classics and you really can’t go wrong so it […]

There are so many different eye shadow looks and palettes out there. Especially if you’re a beginner, it can be tricky to find the perfect shades for you. But there’s one factor that can make your life a little easier: your eye color. Your eye color gives you all the answers you need when picking […]

If you are struggling to put together your makeup collection, hold on one second. Ask yourself this question: do you have a go-to clear lip gloss? If the answer is yes, you’re ahead of the game. If it’s no, you seriously need to look into getting one! There are a few products that everyone should […]

In our current times, fake eyelashes are out and eyelash extensions are in. One of the best things about having eyelash extensions is that you don’t need to go through the everyday hassle of applying false lashes. They tend to look more natural for those of us who weren’t blessed with perfect long eyelashes. Whether […]

Everyone’s wanting to lighten their hair these days. Whether it be to add subtle highlights or go full platinum, blonde remains one of the most desired hair transformations. So why don’t more people just go to the salon and get their hair bleached? Well, it’s not that easy. Getting your hair professional lightened is super […]

Eyebrows are a tough feat to conquer. They’re sisters — but most of the time they look like distant cousins, friends or even neighbors. It’s easy to perfect the first one but then comes along getting the other one to match. Along with getting your brows to match, then it’s making sure you’re using the […]

So you’ve accidentally gotten some makeup in your clothes… we’ve all been there. Whether it happened because you were rushing to apply your makeup or you bumped an open container of loose powder over, it’s happened to all of us. But, don’t panic! Your clothes are likely going to be just fine. Don’t act out […]

Having perfect eyebrows can really pull your whole look together, whether you are wearing makeup or not. Brow products like brow pencils and pomades have become essential in the makeup community. But, not everyone wants to put the time and effort into perfecting sculpting and coloring in their brows every single day. That is where […]

Let’s face it… airbrush makeup isn’t exactly the norm for everyday makeup routines. When you think of airbrush makeup, your mind likely goes to professional makeup artists or celebrities. But, in reality, there are tons of amazing benefits to using airbrush makeup if you do it the right way. It is incredibly long-lasting and it […]

When it comes to makeup, face products come in many forms. Most know all about the different foundation types, but tinted moisturizer flies under the radar in the makeup community. While you may have heard the name, most aren’t aware of all the benefits a tinted moisturizer provides. There is an abundance of different tinted […]

Contouring is easily one of the most daunting makeup techniques. Utilized by famous beauty gurus like James Charles and Jaclyn Hill, contouring has gained tons of popularity over the past decade. But, contouring is not the easiest technique to learn. Figuring out how to contour your face successfully can truly take your makeup game to […]

There are many reasons why a powder foundation is a great staple to have in your makeup collection. If you have oily skin, powder foundations won’t leave any oily or sticky residue on your skin. Also, powder foundation is great to use if you have limited time to apply your makeup. Whatever the reason is, […]

Finding a great foundation that works for your skin can take your makeup game to the next level. But, a lot of coveted foundations can be quite pricey. Over the past years, drugstore makeup brands have only been getting better and better. There are so many dupes for high-end products that really do live up […]

It’s no secret that liquid lipsticks are one of the most daunting makeup products. They can be drying on the lips, difficult to apply, and seemingly impossible to remove. But, the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Liquid lipsticks are highly pigmented and long-lasting. Also, once the formula sets, the color will not budge (so you […]

A good lash day always leads to a good makeup day! Lashes are having a moment in the beauty industry and it’s all about getting fuller, longer and more perfect lashes. Some prefer a dramatic falsies look with lash extensions while some girls prefer a lifted, natural set with the help of a lash lift. […]

We all know the struggle of applying fake lashes. Whether it be not getting it close enough to your lash line or making a complete mess out of the glue, we’ve all been there. Speaking from my personal experience, fake lashes are one of the most difficult makeup techniques to master. After around five years […]

If you’re looking for nail polish that will last you longer than a gel manicure but shorter than acrylics, then dip powder nails might be the one you seek! Dip powder is a technique that uses acrylic powder to color the nails. The end result looks like a gel manicure, but it can last one […]

Nothing ruins a night out faster than an oily t-zone or breakout! Going from “matte” to “shiny” before the dinner is served can be a real problem for those suffering from oily skin. If this sounds like you, ditch the anxious nights. An effective primer can help combat excess sebum and keep you looking your […]

Want longer, thicker eyelashes? Join the queue. While falsies and lash extensions can help to create the illusion of longer eyelashes, both options come with a lengthy list of downsides.  For eyelash extensions, there’s the significant cost. For false eyelashes, there’s the annoyance and inconvenience of having to constantly deal with tweezers and eyelash glue, […]

Textured skin is a result of aging, harsh weather and lack of skincare. If you don’t have enough time to look after your skin, then using a foundation with a formula for textured skin is in your best interest. However, finding the right foundation that won’t irritate your skin or make it look dull is […]

Every woman aspires to get youthful, glowing skin. However, with big, oily pores, battling dull skin can be difficult. Usually found on the cheeks and T-zone, large pores can make your face look old. Although you can’t permanently change your pore size, there’s a way to shrink them. This is where a primer comes in. […]

Did you know that you can contract a staph infection if you don’t clean your makeup brushes regularly and properly? I bet that got your attention. It got mine. The bristles of makeup brushes and sponges are quite porous. After a couple of uses, they start retaining oil, which attracts bacteria and debris. As a […]

It’s makeup time! You might already be familiar with face powders, highlighters, and bronzers but what about the base? With the introduction of the BB cream, CC cream, and tinted moisturizer, we are sure you often find yourself wondering which product to buy, especially because they serve similar purposes. Most people know what a foundation […]

Nothing is worse than dropping your favorite blush or eye shadow palette and watch in despair while it breaks into pieces. It’s true, you couldn’t have done much in the moment but do not lose hope. Before throwing your broken makeup away, ask yourself – can I salvage this? Whether it’s your lipstick, highlighter or […]