makeup

As we make our way through the last days of summer and towards crisp autumn, it’s it’s become more and more clear that although we are still traversing unprecedented times there’s a desire for change in the air—specifically when it comes to our style and beauty choices. And despite all of the uncertainty of the last few months, there are still plenty of cool makeup trends that have taken hold and prove that fashion girls will continue to serve face, even if only over Zoom and Instagram. No surprises there—am I right? While the vampy autumnal vibes of yesteryear aren’t quite as strong, the looks are still perfect for channeling the seasonal shift in style. From bold lip moments to chic eye shadow and even an unexpected rem...

Is it just me or was that the shortest summer of all time? Sure, there might officially be a few weeks of it left, but the constant switching between extreme humidity and non-stop rain means that I’m more than ready to start looking ahead to autumn—and, thankfully, so is the rest of the beauty industry. We’ve already predicted what our wardrobes might look like for autumn/winter, so I thought there was no better time to tap my beauty contacts for what our beauty habits will be looking like as we move through the the final months of 2021. And trust me when I say that things are looking up. While there will be experimental colour switch-ups in our makeup bags and hair appointments, there’s also a welcome return to self-care and nourishment as we seek out comfort in our skin an...

For me, finding the perfect foundation has always been a bit of a task. Putting the questionable shade ranges aside, I seem to have another requirement that not many brands want to fullfil—I like sheer coverage foundations, but without an overly dewy finish. While I’d describe my skin as pretty low-maintenance, I have a super-oily T-zone so I’m always seeking a light foundation formulation that will both even out my skin tone and mattify the oily bits—but without making my face look 2D. Trying satisfy these needs at the same time as having to seek out a foundation range that caters well to deeper skin tones is challenging to say the least. That is until I discovered Dcypher. A truly disruptive new brand on the beauty block, Dcyph...

My eyelashes and I have always had a bit of a rocky relationship since I first got into makeup around age 15. I wouldn’t say my eyelashes are straight, but they are pretty short—and sometimes they look practically non-existent, which really isn’t ideal as someone who thinks that mascara really complements the colourful eye looks that I love to do. I’ve flirted with the idea of getting a lash-lift, but the fact that they aren’t permanent combined with a slight fear of my lashes becoming damaged means I’ve never gone much further than scrolling through other people’s experiences over on TikTok. However, over the past few years, I’ve made it my mission to find mascaras and other lash products to help make my short lashes look longer, and thankfully, through a lot...

No matter how small my bag is, there are always three makeup items that I have with me at all times: lipstick or balm, a mini perfume and a lip liner. Anything else that finds its way in there is an added bonus, but these are what I consider to be my absolute essentials. And while for some, lip liner might feel like one step too far when it comes to a low-maintenance makeup routine, I simply can’t wear anything on my lips (be it balm or lipstick) without lip liner anymore. And this is why.  A lip liner has the undeniable power to elevate your lip look from basic to “wow” in mere moments. Even if I’m just wearing a balm, I’ll apply a neutral-brown lip liner first, and then blend it in with one of the many lip balms t...

If you’d have asked me this time last year what my desert island makeup product would be, blusher wouldn’t have even made the top ten. In fact, I think I probably only had one blusher in my otherwise excessive makeup stash. You see, I have always championed a stream-lined, simple routine. As far as I was concerned, all I needed for my daily routine was a hefty layer of concealer, some bronzer and maybe a quick coat of mascara on my lashes. Anything else was just added faff that I couldn’t be bothered with. But then, a cream blusher came my way and everything changed. I realised that the thing that stressed me about out blusher the most was the application process. From applying too much to getting it in the wrong place, with powder formulas, it’s all too easy to make mi...

Whether you’re a makeup aficionado or take a more pared-back approach to beauty, I think it’s a fairly safe bet to assume that you’ve heard of Bobbi Brown. The renowned makeup artist launched her eponymous makeup brand back in the early ’90s, starting with a line of wearable lipsticks before releasing the now-cult Bobbi Brown Foundation Stick. Tired of the excessive, editorial-style makeup of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Brown’s motivation was clear from the outset: simple, wearable products that slot effortlessly into your makeup bag and don’t require makeup artistry levels of skill to look good. Since Brown parted ways with her namesake brand a few years back, the industry has been waiting with bated breath to see what ...

We all love the impressive skincare ingredients listed in the formula. “It has some of my favourite ingredients like vitamin C, salicylic acid, and hyaluronic acid,” says Martins. These three ingredients help to give the skin a bright, even-toned and plump appearance. For Martins, the combination of coverage, skincare and SPF has made the foundation a go-to for her routine. The shade range, which is easy to pick from via the virtual try-on service, spans 42 shades across all complexions, making it simpler than ever to find the best match for you. “I usually have to blend a few colours to get the right shade for my complexion, so it’s time-saving not having to do that,” says Martins, who wears shade WN 122 Clove. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we re...

If you were to take a look through my beauty stash it would quickly become evident that while there are certain makeup items that I undeniably love—the sheer quantity of tomato-red lipsticks and liquid highlighters in my dressing table speaks volumes—it’s obvious that I’m a skincare girl at heart. That’s not to say that makeup doesn’t bring my joy; the cheer-inducing benefits of a vibrant eyeliner or bright shadow shouldn’t be underrated. However, while basic makeup products like foundations and concealers usually make their way into my rotation, I tend to swiftly donate more adventurous products—I’m talking glitter eyeshadows and holographic highlighters—to friends who’ll b...

I’m not quite sure where my love for eyeliner stems from, but I think it’s probably some combination of growing up in the era of Tumbler where basically ever inspirational quote was accompanied by a picture of someone with the most immaculate cat-eye you’ve ever seen. Or maybe it was watching my older sister carefully applying a thick layer of eyeliner for school every single morning, despite it being against school rules. There’s no doubt though, that wherever my inspiration came from originally, my love of eyeliner has only grown throughout the years. However, since the days of applying unintentionally thick, super uneven black flicks, I’ve found a new statement look: colourful eyeliner. In fact, I’d go as far as to say that a makeup look...

A recent conversation with Marie-Laure Fournier, president of Fournier PR + Consulting, inspired us to put together the following shopping list of the makeup products French women over 50 swear by. “A French women at 50 years old is magnifique, self-confident, and has nothing to prove to anyone anymore—and she shows it,” Fournier told us. “Her makeup is sophisticated but also adapted to her needs and her image. Basically, at 50 years old, a French woman completely understands that when it comes to makeup, less is more.” So even though the following makeup products may not exactly be revolutionary in the beauty space, they’re the ones French women of a certain age will never part with. Keep scrolling for these holy-grail ...

Few things in life make me happier than good skin days. Waking up in the morning, looking in the mirror and being met with a flawless, glowing complexion sparks a feeling that can only be described as pure elation. The luxury of not having to slather my face in a greasy layer of pore-clogging foundation is the sort of stuff skin dreams are made of. But the reality is, such days are rare. Most of the time, I wake up to a drab complexion that features pigmentation, discolouration and the remnants of post-breakout scarring, and the only thing I can think about is how to cover it all up. This is where my problem lies. I have spent my life desperately craving the results that a layer of glowy foundation promises, but simultaneously resenting the stuff. First of all, I like m...