Tag Page Makeup

#Makeup
Elizabeth Phillips

First Impressions: Phytosurgence — Canadian Indie Makeup

Just tried Phytosurgence for the first time—this small Canadian indie brand has been on my radar. Picked up four products: 🌿 Cream Bronzer (Shade 2 Rosy Daybreak) My favorite. A light rose-toned bronzer that’s super easy to blend, perfect for beginners. It’s sheer enough to use over a large area as blush or contour without looking heavy. They recommend using a brush for best results, and I totally agree. 🌿 Cream Blush (Limited Edition Kindle from ’23) A warm, smoky terracotta shade. Highly pigmented—go easy and build it slowly. Perfect for cozy fall and winter vibes. 🌿 Tinted Lip Balms (Two shades from ’24 limited run) Distant Depth is a soft brown that barely shows on darker lips—great for evening out lip tone. Crash Cadence has a subtle rose tint and is more pigmented. Both are lightweight, comfy, and easy to swipe on anytime—nothing dramatic, but nice for everyday. Heads up—these are handmade and only sold on their website. Packaging and finish won’t match high-end brands; expect some air bubbles or mold marks in the cream products (especially the blush and bronzer). If you’re picky about perfect packaging, maybe skip these. Overall, I’m really happy with my haul. Eye cream shadows are next on my list! Ever tried a handmade makeup brand? What was your experience? #beauty #makeup #indiebrandlove

First Impressions: Phytosurgence — Canadian Indie Makeup
Evonne

My Honest Take on the New Hauslabs Launch

I’ve tried almost everything from the original Hauslabs drop. The lip gloss and liquid eyeshadow were my faves. But that eyeliner? Total fail. Over $15 and not even waterproof—sweat? Bye-bye. Since Gaga stopped selling on Amazon and moved to Sephora, I hadn’t picked up anything—until recently, when I bought a few things at a concert. Price tag felt a bit steeper—$177 SGD for three items. Foundation: Really good. I’m cool olive, pretty fair—similar to beauty YouTuber Water Egg’s shade. I tried shade 30 at Sephora, half-face swatch matched perfectly. At first, it brightened a bit; after a few hours it blended seamlessly with my skin tone. Fine powder texture, no melting or patchiness even after a sweaty commute. Big thumbs up. Blush Stick: Okay, I totally misunderstood this product at first. It’s blush + a subtle dewy glow. Works well over powder, gives a nice radiance all day. Applied alone, it doesn’t blend as well; with powder, the color softens a lot. I ended up layering a deeper blush on top for more dimension. Two shades are really wearable; others are quite bold. Honestly, it’s fine but not a must-have—similar to many liquid/cream blushes I’ve tried. Packaging feels cheap, and there’s not much product inside. Value-wise, I don’t see it beating drugstore options. Lip Gloss: Picked a safe, everyday shade. More comfortable than Sephora’s glosses—no sting, and some subtle plumping. Less sticky than the OG black-tube version, which was stringy and annoying. Would repurchase but price is a little high for what it is. Glow Stick: Didn’t buy, but tested at the counter. Feels oily and likely to break down foundation—no clue how to use this properly. Powder Blush: All colors too intense for me. Not really my vibe. Highlighter Powder: Skipped buying. Touched it—texture’s too chunky and not smooth at all. Tried anything from Hauslabs lately? What’s your holy grail? #beauty #makeup #honestreview

My Honest Take on the New Hauslabs Launch
Hannah Phillips

Flawless Base Duo I’m Obsessed With

New base combo just dropped—and I’m calling it: soft-focus skin in under 5 minutes. 🧴 Omise Whitening Sunscreen (Peach Pink) It’s a tone-up sunscreen with skincare benefits. The peach tint subtly brightens my skin without looking chalky. I loved the original version, but this new pink one? Chef’s kiss for dull mornings. 🎨 Decorté Cream Foundation #401 Okay, this stuff is hard to find—I picked mine up in Osaka. But when applied right, it gives the silkiest, real-skin finish. How to make it work: Apply it over a slightly tacky base (like the Omise sunscreen) and press it in with your fingers or a puff. Use the tiniest amount—you’ll thank me later. ✨ Final step: translucent powder. Done. The result? Blurred, glowy skin that looks expensive. #Beauty #Makeup #GlowStarterKit

Flawless Base Duo I’m Obsessed With
Evonne

Velvet Skin & Sunset Cheeks: A Retro Sporty Glow

Today’s mood? Retro athletic beauty with a soft glam twist. Inspired by Romey’s timeless glow—here’s how to get the look: 1. Base: Start with NARS Tinted Moisturizer (L0) for a sheer, breathable base. No powdery finish—just a smooth, velvet-matte skin that feels like your own. 2. Blush Duo: Layer for dimension: • Dior 004 gives a coral pop to the inner cheeks for a lifted, youthful effect. • Then sweep Kaleidos P04 from cheekbones inward—this sunburnt bronze blush sculpts and adds warmth, mimicking a sun-chased flush. 3. Highlight: Tap on Girls Crush Champagne Highlighter over the high points. Use a light hand—this glow builds like dewy glass. The result? Retro tennis-core meets modern elegance. Game on. 🎾 #beauty #makeup #RetroGlow

Velvet Skin & Sunset Cheeks: A Retro Sporty Glow
Hannah Phillips

2025 Is the Year of the “Oxygen It-Girl”

The Spring/Summer 2025 runway shows are in—and guess what’s quietly dominating the scene? Not glitter, not color explosions, not edgy graphic liners. But skin. Real, radiant, breathable skin. 💧 The clean-girl glow has officially evolved into the “oxygen beauty” look: • Think lit-from-within skin that looks barely covered • Whisper-soft blush across the cheeks and nose • Glossy, champagne-toned lids with diffused shimmer • Long, natural lashes and the occasional visible freckle Makeup artists like Olivia Griffiths are leaning into soft pinks, browns, and fleshy nudes for the lips—nothing loud, just color that hums. Pro tip? Dab highlighter on the inner corners and center lids to create a “dewy eye” effect. Round it out with a neutral blush that hugs your cheekbones and melts into the skin. This isn’t about minimal effort—it’s about maximum freshness. The 2025 girl doesn’t shout. She breathes. #beauty #makeup #OxygenItGirl

2025 Is the Year of the “Oxygen It-Girl”
Elizabeth Phillips

Currently Craving: Highlighter on Everything 🥣

This year I fell hard into the highlighter rabbit hole, and honestly? Zero regrets. 💗 Clio Cat Highlighter – My absolute fave. The subtle pink sheen + ultra-fine texture = literal water-light skin. It’s giving hydrated, not disco-ball. If you see it—buy it. You’ll thank me later 🐾 🍑 Ameli 432 – Pretty in pan, but… over ¥200 for this chalky texture? Nah. Save your coin and grab 2aN or fwee 08 instead—peachy, glowy, and actually smooth. 🩰 Ameli 431 – Cool lilac-pink. Super sparkly, definitely for the bold or very cool-toned girlies. I haven’t been brave enough to wear it out yet 🙃 💡 Ofra – Gave in to the hype. Mine’s a soft silver, very “LED on your cheekbone.” It’s not as chalky as people say, but it’s bright—think spotlight, not candlelight. 🌙 Jung Saem Mool & Lenect – Both silky smooth and zero glitter grit. The Lenect champagne shade is like moonlight melted on your nose tip—obsessed. 🎨 2aN – The ultimate drugstore hero. Affordable, pigmented, and cheerful. What’s not to love? Still taste-testing the glow buffet. More highlights, more happiness. 🌟 #beauty #makeup #highlighterfix

Currently Craving: Highlighter on Everything 🥣
Elizabeth Phillips

My Water-Glow Highlighter Revival

The year is 2025 and water-glow skin is trending again, so I finally dusted off my old highlighters. Let’s just say: the glow aged well. ✨ 3CE Triple Highlighter This one’s underrated. All three shades are usable—like moonlight on a lake. The middle one? Killer for inner corners and nose tip. The pink shade? Layer over blush for that glazed-apple-cheek look. 💡 Rare Beauty ‘Enlighten’ Tried buying this two years ago—always sold out or shattered. Now it’s everywhere, and I get the hype: this is what “phone-camera-glow” looks like IRL. Dab it gently with a fluffy brush and you get soft radiance, not just a hot spot. 🌸 Into You Duo Highlighter Discontinued, sadly. The pink side gives a glassy dew on the nose or under-eye. Mix both shades—chef’s kiss. 🍋 Holika Lemony (Single Shadow) Technically an eyeshadow, but this cool champagne-lemony sheen is so fresh. Great for temples and cheekbones. 🧈 Physician’s Formula ‘Pearl’ Least loved, but I still like its buttery pink finish—like your face is sunlit and soft. #beauty #makeup #WaterGlowSkin

My Water-Glow Highlighter Revival
Elizabeth Phillips

Soft-Edge Thai-Inspired Glam

I’ve been into this low-saturation, Thai-inspired look lately—the kind that whispers elegance but still makes a statement. Think: defined lashes, velvet skin, and a clean bone structure. 👁 Eyes: I use a cool brown shadow to sculpt the socket, then let the lashes and liner take center stage. No shimmer—just depth. 🪶 Brows: I brush them up with clear gel for a wild but airy feel. No powder—gaps between hairs keep it breathable and soft. 🌶 Blush: A muted cinnamon shade, swept right between the cheekbone and the apple of the cheek to add dimension—not just color. 🧊 Contour & Highlight: I keep it angular. Straight lines along the nose bridge, and a slick of ginger-toned highlighter on the cheekbone curve for a soft, metallic skin finish. 💄 Lips: A matte cinnamon nude. I blur the edges outward just slightly for a plush, full look. #beauty #makeup #ThaiInspiredLook

Soft-Edge Thai-Inspired Glam