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Hannah Phillips

42, No Filter—Just Good Makeup That Works

At 42, I’ve stopped chasing trends—I just want products that work. Lately, I’ve been leaning into Japanese makeup, and it’s been a game changer for my dry skin (with the occasional shiny T-zone). 💙 Suqqu Foundation melts into the skin like a second layer. It’s not full coverage, but it blends beautifully and never cakes. People say it oxidizes—I honestly haven’t noticed. Once I’m out the door, I stop checking. 💜 Elegance Purple Primer was a lucky find. A makeup artist used it on me once and I was hooked. It instantly brightens my yellow undertones without looking pale. 🍑 Canmake Cheek & Highlight Duo—a soft blush and highlighter combo with a putty-like texture that’s so forgiving. The colors are subtle, wearable, and never patchy. ✏️ Shiseido Hexagonal Brow Pencil? I’ve used it for years. Every purse I own probably has one. It’s reliable, soft, and gives the most natural shape. #beauty #makeup #SoftGlowRoutine

42, No Filter—Just Good Makeup That Works
slittle

My Go-To Trick for ID Photos That Don’t Suck

Someone asked me recently: which contour works best—powder, cream, or liquid? My answer? Depends on what you want. I mostly use powder because it’s quick. But for real skin-like definition? Liquid and cream contour win. If you’re aiming for a soft, clean finish—and you’re worried about going too hard—go for cream or liquid. They’re nearly foolproof. Now, I’ve got acne scars and dark circles, so concealer is my best friend. The issue? Liquid contour can disturb that hard-won coverage. That’s why I usually pick cream contour—it blends in without lifting product underneath. ⚠️ Reminder: always apply liquid or cream contour before setting powder, or you’ll get clumps. Work fast—tap it in with a clean puff right after foundation. It melts into your skin and creates that subtle, sculpted “I-woke-up-like-this” shadow. I even use this for ID photos. The result? Soft-focus bone structure that looks like no makeup—but better. #beauty #makeup #FlawlessIDTrick

My Go-To Trick for ID Photos That Don’t Suck
slittle

The Lip Glosses That Shaped My Look

Call it nostalgia or just good taste—I’m still obsessed with that early 2000s lip look: sheer, juicy, high-shine. Here are the 3 glosses I always reach for when I want that feeling: 💿 Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb #02 (Starstruck Pink) A throwback dream. Micro-shimmer, no stickiness. Worn alone, it’s the perfect barely-pink nude. Worn over lipstick, it brings the 2000s magic. If you’re olive-toned—don’t skip it. 🖤 NYX Lip Pencil #SPL857 This is my secret weapon. A soft contour shade that reshapes my lips without screaming “liner.” I always use it before any bold color—it creates dimension that lasts. 🌸 Kanebo Media #BE-1 A Japanese gem. It’s the closest match to my natural lip tone—muted rose with a creamy, balm-like finish. Hydrating enough to wear solo on no-makeup days. Some lip products just get you. These three? They’ve never let me down. #Beauty #Makeup #LipComboLove

The Lip Glosses That Shaped My Look
Elizabeth Phillips

Makeup I’ve Used for Years—and Still Do

I used to chase every new launch. Now? I stick to my tiny squad of reliable MVPs: 1. MAC Omega – Eyes, nose contour, lower lash shading. One shade, endless roles. 2. NARS Deep Throat – The blush that won’t quit. Still gives the healthiest flush. 3. Shiseido WT905 – Cracked. Discontinued. Re-pressed it myself. Still works. (Not brand endorsing—just honesty.) 4. Maybelline Brow Powder – 9 years strong. Case broke, I swapped it. I use it to deepen double lids on glam days. 5. 3 Brushes – One for concealer, one for contour/shadow, one for detail. That’s it. 6. A mini lash curler – Portable, dependable, underappreciated. Minimalism saved me from buying again and again for “small differences.” The result? Less time choosing, less money wasting—more energy for what matters. We declutter to create space—not just in drawers, but in life. #beauty #makeup #MinimalistRoutine

Makeup I’ve Used for Years—and Still Do
slittle

This One Trick Made My Base Look Expensive

I stumbled on this tip by accident—and now I won’t do my base any other way. Skip the heavy moisturizer. Stick to light toner or lotion. Then—and this is the game-changer—mix 1–2 drops of your hydrating primer directly into your foundation. Blend it in your palm first, then press it into your skin with a damp puff sprayed with setting mist. Don’t drag. Just tap. Be patient. I didn’t expect much the first time, but the finish? Sheer, smooth, and zero patchiness. It looked like my skin—but better. No filter needed. I used my go-to setting spray at the end, but honestly, use what you love. This isn’t about products—it’s about how you layer. Have you ever accidentally discovered a technique that totally changed your routine? Drop it in the comments—I’m collecting! #beauty #makeup #dewybase

This One Trick Made My Base Look Expensive
ericwagner

Makeup Minimalism Is All Lies

Everyone's talking about "investment beauty" now. Buy less, love more. Build a curated collection. All lies. I spent two years convincing myself I only needed my Chanel lip balm and MAC Powder Kiss. Perfect minimalist routine. Then I bought Hermès Rouge H in 85 yesterday and remembered why I don't believe in beauty minimalism anymore. The moment I opened that magnetic case—the weight, the click, the way it sits in your palm like jewelry—I knew I was fooling myself. This isn't about need. It's about the split second when you swipe on a new shade and feel different. Rouge H 85 smells like wild roses growing on Shanghai apartment walls in May. Not the seductive rose oil in Chanel Flash Coco, but something cleaner, more honest. The color is what I've been searching for without knowing it: brown-red with purple undertones, like rose petals when they're almost too dark to be beautiful. Velvet matte finish that doesn't apologize for being dramatic. Maybe investment beauty works for some people. But I'm done pretending I don't want to feel the thrill of something new against my lips, the quiet luxury of a case that closes with intention. What's the last beauty purchase that made you question your 'rules'? #beauty #makeup #luxurylipstick

Makeup Minimalism Is All Lies
Evonne

How I Finally Cracked My Makeup Style

It took me five years to realize: finding the right makeup look isn’t about copying tutorials. It’s about understanding lines and curves—and how tiny shifts in direction reshape the face. Take brows. Most have two parts, but change the angle, curve, or width slightly and the entire expression transforms. That same principle applies to eyeliner, lashes, contour, and blush. Each is just a line—draw it differently, and the mood changes. A straight eyeliner softens your look. Curve it, and suddenly there’s mystery. A fan of upward lashes looks lively; but let that final lash cluster droop slightly—like some actresses do—and you get that cool, distant elegance. It’s subtle but powerful. Blush is no exception: swipe it horizontally to widen, diagonally to elongate, or vertically for a natural lift. Don’t just follow steps—trace your own lines. #beauty #makeup #facialcontouring

How I Finally Cracked My Makeup Style
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