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Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive šŸ˜­šŸ¤Ž

1ļøāƒ£ Mix a drop of red/orange corrector into concealer
If your under-eyes always turn grey no matter what concealer you use, mix the tiniest dot of orange corrector into it. It neutralizes darkness without needing heavy layers.

2ļøāƒ£ Use a slightly deeper concealer around the mouth
Using the same bright concealer everywhere can make the mouth area look ashy. A concealer closer to your skin tone there keeps the base seamless.

3ļøāƒ£ Tap highlighter with your finger, not a brush
Brushes can make shimmer look dusty on deeper skin. Fingers melt the product into the skin so it looks like a natural glow instead of glitter sitting on top.

4ļøāƒ£ Terracotta blush > baby pink blush
Warm terracotta, burnt coral, and brick tones show up beautifully on brown skin and give that natural flush without looking chalky.

5ļøāƒ£ Use brown liner to soften bold lipstick
When bright reds or pinks look too stark, lining with a brown liner diffuses the edge and makes the color look way more flattering on deeper lip tones.

Proof that the right techniques make makeup work with your undertones instead of fighting them šŸ¤ŽšŸ’„
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Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive šŸ˜­šŸ¤Ž 1ļøāƒ£ Mix a drop of red/orange corrector into concealer If your under-eyes always turn grey no matter what concealer you use, mix the tiniest dot of orange corrector into it. It neutralizes darkness without needing heavy layers. 2ļøāƒ£ Use a slightly deeper concealer around the mouth Using the same bright concealer everywhere can make the mouth area look ashy. A concealer closer to your skin tone there keeps the base seamless. 3ļøāƒ£ Tap highlighter with your finger, not a brush Brushes can make shimmer look dusty on deeper skin. Fingers melt the product into the skin so it looks like a natural glow instead of glitter sitting on top. 4ļøāƒ£ Terracotta blush > baby pink blush Warm terracotta, burnt coral, and brick tones show up beautifully on brown skin and give that natural flush without looking chalky. 5ļøāƒ£ Use brown liner to soften bold lipstick When bright reds or pinks look too stark, lining with a brown liner diffuses the edge and makes the color look way more flattering on deeper lip tones. Proof that the right techniques make makeup work with your undertones instead of fighting them šŸ¤ŽšŸ’„
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money.
Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin.
These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional.
✨Foundation:
YSL All hours luminous matte foundation →Maybelline Lumi Matte foundation (skin like finish,
better shade matched do girls)
✨Concealer:
NARS Radiant Creamy → Maybelline Eraser Concealer (hydration > hype)
✨Blush (liquid/cream):
Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming)
✨Bronzer:
Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer or the elf bronzer (warmth without orange crimes)
✨Mascara:
Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason)
✨Lip oil / balm:
Dior Lip Oil →L’OrĆ©al plumping lip oils (plush, comfy, actually lasts)
✨Setting spray:
Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5)
✨Powder:
Laura Mercier →Revlon pressed powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama
Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account.
Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you it
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baljyottt
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money. Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin. These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional. ✨Foundation: YSL All hours luminous matte foundation →Maybelline Lumi Matte foundation (skin like finish, better shade matched do girls) ✨Concealer: NARS Radiant Creamy → Maybelline Eraser Concealer (hydration > hype) ✨Blush (liquid/cream): Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming) ✨Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer or the elf bronzer (warmth without orange crimes) ✨Mascara: Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason) ✨Lip oil / balm: Dior Lip Oil →L’OrĆ©al plumping lip oils (plush, comfy, actually lasts) ✨Setting spray: Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5) ✨Powder: Laura Mercier →Revlon pressed powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account. Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you it
Is this the smoothest transition you’ve ever seen or what?šŸ‘€
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baljyottt
Is this the smoothest transition you’ve ever seen or what?šŸ‘€
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money.
Because great makeup isn’t about the logo — it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin.
These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional.
✨ Foundation:
Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic)
✨Concealer:
NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype)
✨Blush (liquid/cream):
Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming)
✨Bronzer:
Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes)
✨Mascara:
Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason)
✨Lip oil / balm:
Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts)
✨Setting spray:
Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9–5)
✨Powder:
Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama)

Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account.
Save this for your next makeup run — your future self will thank you šŸ’øāœØ
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baljyottt
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money. Because great makeup isn’t about the logo — it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin. These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional. ✨ Foundation: Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic) ✨Concealer: NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype) ✨Blush (liquid/cream): Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming) ✨Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes) ✨Mascara: Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason) ✨Lip oil / balm: Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts) ✨Setting spray: Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9–5) ✨Powder: Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama) Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account. Save this for your next makeup run — your future self will thank you šŸ’øāœØ
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money.
Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin.
These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional.
✨Foundation:
Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic)
✨Concealer:
NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype)
✨Blush (liquid/cream):
Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming)
✨Bronzer:
Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes)
✨Mascara:
Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason)
✨Lip oil / balm:
Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts)
✨Setting spray:
Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5)
✨Powder:
Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama
Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account.
Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you ✨
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baljyottt
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money. Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin. These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional. ✨Foundation: Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic) ✨Concealer: NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype) ✨Blush (liquid/cream): Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming) ✨Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes) ✨Mascara: Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason) ✨Lip oil / balm: Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts) ✨Setting spray: Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5) ✨Powder: Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account. Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you ✨
Transitioning into my fav summer topšŸ«¶šŸ»šŸ’—
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Transitioning into my fav summer topšŸ«¶šŸ»šŸ’—
Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensivešŸ’—
✨Mix a drop of red/orange corrector into concealer
If your under-eyes always turn grey no matter what concealer you use, mix the tiniest dot of orange corrector into it. It neutralizes darkness without needing heavy layers.
✨Use a slightly deeper concealer around the mouth
Using the same bright concealer everywhere can make the mouth area look ashy. A concealer closer to your skin tone there keeps the base seamless.
✨Tap highlighter with your finger, not a brush
Brushes can make shimmer look dusty on deeper skin. Fingers melt the product into the skin so it looks like a natural glow instead of glitter sitting on top.
✨Terracotta blush > baby pink blush
Warm terracotta, burnt coral, and brick tones show up beautifully on brown skin and give that natural flush without looking chalky.
✨Use brown liner to soften bold lipstick
When bright reds or pinks look too stark, lining with a brown liner diffuses the edge and makes the color look way more flattering on deeper lip tones.
Proof that the right techniques make makeup work with your undertones instead of fighting them ✨
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baljyottt
Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensivešŸ’— ✨Mix a drop of red/orange corrector into concealer If your under-eyes always turn grey no matter what concealer you use, mix the tiniest dot of orange corrector into it. It neutralizes darkness without needing heavy layers. ✨Use a slightly deeper concealer around the mouth Using the same bright concealer everywhere can make the mouth area look ashy. A concealer closer to your skin tone there keeps the base seamless. ✨Tap highlighter with your finger, not a brush Brushes can make shimmer look dusty on deeper skin. Fingers melt the product into the skin so it looks like a natural glow instead of glitter sitting on top. ✨Terracotta blush > baby pink blush Warm terracotta, burnt coral, and brick tones show up beautifully on brown skin and give that natural flush without looking chalky. ✨Use brown liner to soften bold lipstick When bright reds or pinks look too stark, lining with a brown liner diffuses the edge and makes the color look way more flattering on deeper lip tones. Proof that the right techniques make makeup work with your undertones instead of fighting them ✨
What did we even do? Light up your party? šŸ™‚ā€ā†•ļø
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baljyottt
What did we even do? Light up your party? šŸ™‚ā€ā†•ļø
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money.
Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin.
These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional.
✨Foundation:
Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic)
✨Concealer:
NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype)
✨Blush (liquid/cream):
Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming)
✨Bronzer:
Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes)
✨Mascara:
Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason)
✨ Lip oil / balm:
Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts)
✨Setting spray:
Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5)
✨Powder:
Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama)
Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account.
Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you
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baljyottt
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money. Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin. These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional. ✨Foundation: Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic) ✨Concealer: NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype) ✨Blush (liquid/cream): Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming) ✨Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes) ✨Mascara: Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason) ✨ Lip oil / balm: Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts) ✨Setting spray: Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5) ✨Powder: Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama) Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account. Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you
Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive šŸ˜­šŸ¤Ž

✨ 1. Stop using banana powder blindly
Most banana powders turn yellow-ashy on deeper or olive undertones. A soft warm beige or honey powder keeps your under-eyes bright without that flashback ghost effect.

✨2. Use toner pads during makeup prep, if your makeup is pealing there’s chances it not hydrated enough. Just a simple toner pad and moisturizer will do the job. 

✨ 3. Your foundation looks dull? It’s probably missing warmth
If your base ever looks flat by evening, mix one drop of liquid bronzer or warmer foundation — brown skin needs dimension, not just coverage .

✨ 4. Blush placement matters more on melanin skin
Place blush slightly higher toward temples instead of only on apples — it lifts the face and gives that natural sun-touched glow brown skin does beautifully.

✨ 5. Mascara on lower lashes = instant eye definition
Especially for brown girls with softer lash contrast — this tiny step makes kajal, liner, and eyeshadow look 10x more intentional.
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Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive šŸ˜­šŸ¤Ž ✨ 1. Stop using banana powder blindly Most banana powders turn yellow-ashy on deeper or olive undertones. A soft warm beige or honey powder keeps your under-eyes bright without that flashback ghost effect. ✨2. Use toner pads during makeup prep, if your makeup is pealing there’s chances it not hydrated enough. Just a simple toner pad and moisturizer will do the job. ✨ 3. Your foundation looks dull? It’s probably missing warmth If your base ever looks flat by evening, mix one drop of liquid bronzer or warmer foundation — brown skin needs dimension, not just coverage . ✨ 4. Blush placement matters more on melanin skin Place blush slightly higher toward temples instead of only on apples — it lifts the face and gives that natural sun-touched glow brown skin does beautifully. ✨ 5. Mascara on lower lashes = instant eye definition Especially for brown girls with softer lash contrast — this tiny step makes kajal, liner, and eyeshadow look 10x more intentional.
Reposting because… why not? 😭
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Reposting because… why not? 😭
Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive šŸ« šŸ«¶šŸ» 

✨ Use an orange corrector as a subtle blush base. Dab a tiny bit under your blush and blend—on deeper skin it gives that natural ā€œlit-from-withinā€ warmth instead of chalky pink.

✨Set your under-eye with loose powder before concealer. A light dusting first stops creasing and keeps concealer from turning grey on melanin-rich skin.

✨Mix a drop of liquid bronzer into your foundation. It cancels out that flat look some foundations give brown skin and brings back natural dimension.

✨Line your lips with a deep brown kajal instead of lip liner. It blends softer, gives a natural gradient, and works with almost any lipstick shade.

✨Use warm-toned eyeshadow in the crease before neutral shades. On brown skin this prevents eyeshadow from looking ashy and makes the colors pop effortlessly.

Brown girls know the struggle… sometimes the trick isn’t buying new products, it’s using the ones you already have smarter
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Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive šŸ« šŸ«¶šŸ» ✨ Use an orange corrector as a subtle blush base. Dab a tiny bit under your blush and blend—on deeper skin it gives that natural ā€œlit-from-withinā€ warmth instead of chalky pink. ✨Set your under-eye with loose powder before concealer. A light dusting first stops creasing and keeps concealer from turning grey on melanin-rich skin. ✨Mix a drop of liquid bronzer into your foundation. It cancels out that flat look some foundations give brown skin and brings back natural dimension. ✨Line your lips with a deep brown kajal instead of lip liner. It blends softer, gives a natural gradient, and works with almost any lipstick shade. ✨Use warm-toned eyeshadow in the crease before neutral shades. On brown skin this prevents eyeshadow from looking ashy and makes the colors pop effortlessly. Brown girls know the struggle… sometimes the trick isn’t buying new products, it’s using the ones you already have smarter
How am I 22 and still figuring out acne😭
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How am I 22 and still figuring out acne😭
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money.
Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin.
These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional.
✨Foundation:
YSL All hours luminous matte foundation →Maybelline Lumi Matte foundation (skin like finish,
better shade matched do girls)
✨Concealer:
NARS Radiant Creamy → Maybelline Eraser Concealer (hydration > hype)
✨Blush (liquid/cream):
Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming)
✨Bronzer:
Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer or the elf bronzer (warmth without orange crimes)
✨Mascara:
Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason)
✨Lip oil / balm:
Dior Lip Oil →L’OrĆ©al plumping lip oils (plush, comfy, actually lasts)
✨Setting spray:
Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5)
✨Powder:
Laura Mercier →Revlon pressed powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama
Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account.
Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you it
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baljyottt
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money. Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin. These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional. ✨Foundation: YSL All hours luminous matte foundation →Maybelline Lumi Matte foundation (skin like finish, better shade matched do girls) ✨Concealer: NARS Radiant Creamy → Maybelline Eraser Concealer (hydration > hype) ✨Blush (liquid/cream): Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming) ✨Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer or the elf bronzer (warmth without orange crimes) ✨Mascara: Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason) ✨Lip oil / balm: Dior Lip Oil →L’OrĆ©al plumping lip oils (plush, comfy, actually lasts) ✨Setting spray: Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5) ✨Powder: Laura Mercier →Revlon pressed powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account. Save this for your next makeup run - your future self will thank you it
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money.
Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin.
These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional.
✨Foundation:
Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic)
✨Concealer:
NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype)
✨Blush (liquid/cream):
Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming)
✨Bronzer:
Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes)
✨Mascara:
Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason)
✨Lip oil / balm:
Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts)
✨Setting spray:
Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5)
✨Powder:
Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama)
Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account.
Save this for your next makeup run — your future self will thank youšŸ’—āœØ
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baljyottt
This isn’t anti-luxury, it’s pro being smart with your money. Because great makeup isn’t about the logo - it’s about the formula, finish, and how it wears on real skin. These swaps don’t feel like ā€œdupes,ā€ they feel intentional. ✨Foundation: Armani Luminous Silk → L’OrĆ©al True Match Nude Serum (skin-first, grown, photogenic) ✨Concealer: NARS Radiant Creamy → NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum (hydration > hype) ✨Blush (liquid/cream): Rare Beauty → e.l.f. Putty Blush (same soft-focus flush, zero screaming) ✨Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury → Milani Silky Matte Bronzer (warmth without orange crimes) ✨Mascara: Dior / Too Faced → Maybelline Lash Sensational (industry standard for a reason) ✨Lip oil / balm: Dior Lip Oil → NYX Fat Oil (plush, comfy, actually lasts) ✨Setting spray: Urban Decay → Milani Make It Last (locks in like it has a 9-5) ✨Powder: Laura Mercier → Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (blurs, not chalky, no drama) Same results. Same confidence. Just less damage to your bank account. Save this for your next makeup run — your future self will thank youšŸ’—āœØ
Yes these concealer tips would’ve saved me YEARS of bad makeup days😬 but you want to save this reel so you don’t forget about these tips!

1ļøāƒ£ Mixing my foundation with my concealer changed my whole game.
Straight concealer was always too heavy or too grey. Mixing the two gives coverage and skin-like warmth.

2ļøāƒ£ Colour correctors aren’t extra — they’re strategic.
A tiny bit of peach/orange where there’s darkness means you need less concealer overall.

3ļøāƒ£ Your undertone matters more than the shade name.
If it looks ashy, it’s not your face — it’s the undertone mismatch.

4ļøāƒ£ Placement > product.
You don’t need a full triangle. Target darkness only and blend outward.

5ļøāƒ£ Let layers breathe.
Thin layers, short pauses. Makeup needs a second to behave.

Makeup didn’t start looking better because I bought more —
it changed when I understood how to use what I already had.
Save this if makeup has ever made you feel confused instead of confident ✨
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Yes these concealer tips would’ve saved me YEARS of bad makeup days😬 but you want to save this reel so you don’t forget about these tips! 1ļøāƒ£ Mixing my foundation with my concealer changed my whole game. Straight concealer was always too heavy or too grey. Mixing the two gives coverage and skin-like warmth. 2ļøāƒ£ Colour correctors aren’t extra — they’re strategic. A tiny bit of peach/orange where there’s darkness means you need less concealer overall. 3ļøāƒ£ Your undertone matters more than the shade name. If it looks ashy, it’s not your face — it’s the undertone mismatch. 4ļøāƒ£ Placement > product. You don’t need a full triangle. Target darkness only and blend outward. 5ļøāƒ£ Let layers breathe. Thin layers, short pauses. Makeup needs a second to behave. Makeup didn’t start looking better because I bought more — it changed when I understood how to use what I already had. Save this if makeup has ever made you feel confused instead of confident ✨
I’m not against high end makeup but I think I’m not the only one who doesn’t feel like spending thousands on each makeup product 🫠 
ESPECIALLY if you wear makeup daily! 

I don’t apply a primer regularly but if you’re looking for a good one @nyxcosmetics_canada ā€˜s plump primer with electrolytes is the one to go ! 

@elfcosmetics ā€˜s gripping setting spray! Before, during and after the whole routine! 
@maybelline ā€˜s lumi matte foundation! This gives me so much glow! And the shade range is perfect for brown girls. I personally am an olive girly and I’m HIGHLY impressed with this foundation!
@maybelline ā€˜s Eraser Concealer ! The OG girl of hydrating concealers you cannot go wrong with this one honestly!
@elfcosmetics ā€˜s sauve mauve blush! So pretty on brown girls.

And the controversial bit, setting your makeup is the key to long lasting makeup so I usually use the @hudabeauty ā€˜s new pressed powder and if you have the budget to splurge the do it 

OR @kosas (my personal fav) cloud set pressed setting powder! 

Butttt if you are looking for more affordable option you can use @revlon ā€˜s setting powder (I’ve heard great things but haven’t tried it)
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I’m not against high end makeup but I think I’m not the only one who doesn’t feel like spending thousands on each makeup product 🫠 ESPECIALLY if you wear makeup daily! I don’t apply a primer regularly but if you’re looking for a good one @nyxcosmetics_canada ā€˜s plump primer with electrolytes is the one to go ! @elfcosmetics ā€˜s gripping setting spray! Before, during and after the whole routine! @maybelline ā€˜s lumi matte foundation! This gives me so much glow! And the shade range is perfect for brown girls. I personally am an olive girly and I’m HIGHLY impressed with this foundation! @maybelline ā€˜s Eraser Concealer ! The OG girl of hydrating concealers you cannot go wrong with this one honestly! @elfcosmetics ā€˜s sauve mauve blush! So pretty on brown girls. And the controversial bit, setting your makeup is the key to long lasting makeup so I usually use the @hudabeauty ā€˜s new pressed powder and if you have the budget to splurge the do it OR @kosas (my personal fav) cloud set pressed setting powder! Butttt if you are looking for more affordable option you can use @revlon ā€˜s setting powder (I’ve heard great things but haven’t tried it)
Here are 5 very real reasons your skincare isn’t working (and no, it’s not because you ā€œhaven’t found the right productā€):
1ļøāƒ£ You’re layering like it’s a buffet. Just because TikTok says 7 steps doesn’t mean your skin agreed. Overloading = confused, irritated skin.
2ļøāƒ£ Your cleanser is quietly sabotaging you. If your face feels tight after washing, congrats—you’ve already lost the plot.
3ļøāƒ£ Your Night time skincare routine is too early- I believe the best time to use actives and targeted products is your PM routine but most of us do our skincare routine 20-30 minutes before bed and that’s not helping us at all! It’s suggested that you do your skincare routine at least 1 hour before bed. 
4ļøāƒ£ You expect glow in 3 business days. Skin cycles don’t care about your impatience. Consistency > panic buying.
5ļøāƒ£ You treat skincare like aesthetics, not skin health. Cute shelf, zero barrier repair. Priorities, babe.

If this felt a little too specific… follow me. Your skin will thank you lateršŸ’—
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Here are 5 very real reasons your skincare isn’t working (and no, it’s not because you ā€œhaven’t found the right productā€): 1ļøāƒ£ You’re layering like it’s a buffet. Just because TikTok says 7 steps doesn’t mean your skin agreed. Overloading = confused, irritated skin. 2ļøāƒ£ Your cleanser is quietly sabotaging you. If your face feels tight after washing, congrats—you’ve already lost the plot. 3ļøāƒ£ Your Night time skincare routine is too early- I believe the best time to use actives and targeted products is your PM routine but most of us do our skincare routine 20-30 minutes before bed and that’s not helping us at all! It’s suggested that you do your skincare routine at least 1 hour before bed. 4ļøāƒ£ You expect glow in 3 business days. Skin cycles don’t care about your impatience. Consistency > panic buying. 5ļøāƒ£ You treat skincare like aesthetics, not skin health. Cute shelf, zero barrier repair. Priorities, babe. If this felt a little too specific… follow me. Your skin will thank you lateršŸ’—
Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive
✨Mix a drop of red/orange corrector into
concealer
If your under-eyes always turn grey no matter what concealer you use, mix the tiniest dot of orange corrector into it. It neutralizes darkness without needing heavy layers.
✨Use a slightly deeper concealer around the
mouth
Using the same bright concealer everywhere can make the mouth area look ashy. A concealer closer to your skin tone there keeps the base seamless.
✨Tap highlighter with your finger, not a brush
Brushes can make shimmer look dusty on deeper skin. Fingers melt the product into the skin so it looks like a natural glow instead of glitter sitting on top.
✨Terracotta blush > baby pink blush
Warm terracotta, burnt coral, and brick tones show up beautifully on brown skin and give that natural flush without looking chalky.
✨Use brown liner to soften bold lipstick
When bright reds or pinks look too stark, lining with a brown liner diffuses the edge and makes the color look way more flattering on deeper lip tones.

Proof that the right techniques make makeup work with your undertones instead of fighting themšŸ’—
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Brown girl makeup hacks I wish someone told me years ago because trial-and-error was expensive ✨Mix a drop of red/orange corrector into concealer If your under-eyes always turn grey no matter what concealer you use, mix the tiniest dot of orange corrector into it. It neutralizes darkness without needing heavy layers. ✨Use a slightly deeper concealer around the mouth Using the same bright concealer everywhere can make the mouth area look ashy. A concealer closer to your skin tone there keeps the base seamless. ✨Tap highlighter with your finger, not a brush Brushes can make shimmer look dusty on deeper skin. Fingers melt the product into the skin so it looks like a natural glow instead of glitter sitting on top. ✨Terracotta blush > baby pink blush Warm terracotta, burnt coral, and brick tones show up beautifully on brown skin and give that natural flush without looking chalky. ✨Use brown liner to soften bold lipstick When bright reds or pinks look too stark, lining with a brown liner diffuses the edge and makes the color look way more flattering on deeper lip tones. Proof that the right techniques make makeup work with your undertones instead of fighting themšŸ’—
Luxury is cute. Overpriced is not.
Here’s me watching my girlies drop $$$ on formulas the drugstore perfected in its sleep!

1ļøāƒ£ Dior Backstage Foundation → @loreal.canada True Match OR @maybelline ā€˜s Lumi matte 
Same skin-like finish, same shade range logic, way less damage to your bank account.

2ļøāƒ£ Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Powder → @revlon Pressed Powder
Blurs, sets, doesn’t turn you into a cake at 3pm.

3ļøāƒ£ Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter → e.l.f. Halo Glow
Same lit-from-within energy. One just comes with financial peace.

4ļøāƒ£ Make Up For Ever Setting Spray → @milanicosmetics Milani Make It Last
Locks it in through sweat, tears, and bad decisions.

5ļøāƒ£ Benefit Brow Gel → @elfcosmetics Wow Brow
Holds, tints, behaves. Brows don’t know the difference.
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Luxury is cute. Overpriced is not. Here’s me watching my girlies drop $$$ on formulas the drugstore perfected in its sleep! 1ļøāƒ£ Dior Backstage Foundation → @loreal.canada True Match OR @maybelline ā€˜s Lumi matte Same skin-like finish, same shade range logic, way less damage to your bank account. 2ļøāƒ£ Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Powder → @revlon Pressed Powder Blurs, sets, doesn’t turn you into a cake at 3pm. 3ļøāƒ£ Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter → e.l.f. Halo Glow Same lit-from-within energy. One just comes with financial peace. 4ļøāƒ£ Make Up For Ever Setting Spray → @milanicosmetics Milani Make It Last Locks it in through sweat, tears, and bad decisions. 5ļøāƒ£ Benefit Brow Gel → @elfcosmetics Wow Brow Holds, tints, behaves. Brows don’t know the difference.

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