I have recently discovered the magic of simplifying my skincare routine and makeup has since followed!
I use drugstore products mostly, and I am v fair so I may use products that have shite shade ranges (sorry in advance if true)
my go-to products:
*elf suntouchable primer is MAGIC — a total supergoop dupe that makes my skin glow (and has sunscreen)
*milani conceal + perfect foundation literally makes my jaw drop I’m OBSESSED, it doesn’t cake or pill, makes my skin feel hydrated, and blends sooo easily. I literally use my hands
*eyelash curler, a cheap one works just as good as an expensive one
*nars orgasm liquid blush is sooo good, can also pat with my hands to blend easily
*clear mascara or brow gel + a solid tweezer and mini scissors to maintain brows
*find a lip liner pencil shade that works for you and buy 20; lip lining is easy and really makes a difference even if you don’t use lipstick! (as long as the shade is subtle)
Sep 25, 2024
Related Recs
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Do you want a simple, buildable everyday routine? Or are you looking for fun, experimental and accessible recs?
My everyday makeup is blush (Ilia At Last multistick), mascara (Ilia volumizing mascara), and lipstick (Clinique Black Honey, or Ilia Colorblock in Tango).
When I want concealer or foundation, I use Nars Radiant Creamy concealer, and Tarte Maracuja tinted hydrator— if I want something lighter I might just top my face with Laura Mercier loose setting powder.
If you want eye makeup or night out recs, I have this Morphe pink palette I’ve used forever, and the Tarte Quick Stick eyeliner and shadow sticks.
It’s very okay to still feel “bad at makeup”— it should feel fun, and low stakes, and what works for other people might not be what works for you— you have your whole life to find your products.
Sep 26, 2024
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I’ve been really liking doing concealer, blush, eyebrow gel, a little bronzer and some eyeshadow and NO MASCARA. This has been a game changer and it’s made it so much easier to wash my face at night
Jun 18, 2024
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I like to wear blush since I am naturally very pale and people always tell me I look sickly. I like liquid blush from essence most. Then I make the freckles on my face just a bit darker, since I like them and I think they fit my face nicely. Lastly I use the ELF hydrating core in shade ecstatic. Sometimes I wear a brown or black mascara, but only on special ocasions, since I usually rub my eyes to much heheh
Jun 17, 2024
Top Recs from @its_just_kate
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at least casually. don’t delete the accounts but don’t have the apps on your phone either.
rediscover your love of reading thru the magic of recognizing titles strangers are holding on the subway. become a subway reader.
don’t use sound as an escape from your thoughts/feelings/surroundings. grocery shopping without headphones is actually kind of beautiful!
pick up a new hobby or two or three. one of them should be something you’re not good at, and at least one should be no- or low-cost.
never. stop. learning. the library, the parks and rec department, and nearby museums offer great materials already but also usually have free lectures or courses.
go outside more. like, a lot more.
(took this much less literally, so apologies if it’s not what you’re looking for lol — as a narcoleptic I have no tips on how to Not Sleep since Sleep is basically my job)
Sep 30, 2024
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destined in the stars
Jan 1, 2025
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keeps it funky, keeps it fresh! a book for outside, a book for downstairs, a book for bed, a book for the subway, a book for the bathtub…..
Nov 30, 2024