Recs from a 2-Year Glow-Up
Hi everyone! I’ve been a long-time lurker here, and I wanted to share a quick thank you and a review of the products this sub helped me find. The recommendations here finally helped me nail a routine that doesn't look like a mask or fight with my undertones.
Since the Sephora Sale ends tomorrow, I figured I’d share my staples in case anyone is doing a final cart review!
The Standouts:
- KOSAS - Dreambeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40 (Radiant Finish)
One of the few tinted mineral sunscreens with the right undertone and zero flashback.
Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Foundation with 24-Hour Wear Iuse 3.75 in the winter and 4.75 in the summer. The finish is unmatched.
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer I use Affogato for highlighting and Creme Brulee for spot concealing.
Westman Atelier Face Trace Cream Contour Stick (Biscuit) The ultimate cool-toned contour that doesn't look muddy on pale skin.
NARS Afterglow Liquid Blush in Behave, Orgasm and Aragon
MAC Cosmetics Pro Longwear Paint Pot 24HR Blendable Eye Primer + Cream Eye Shadow (Painterly)
My eyelids have visible blue veins, and this cancels them out to create a clean base for eyeshadow.
- NATASHA DENONA I Need a Nude Eyeshadow Palette
I reach for this constantly; it’s the most versatile "nude" palette for fair skin.
- MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner (808 Boundless Berry)
Lipsticks:
- NARS Powermatte High-Intensity Long-Lasting Lip Pencil: American Woman
- Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Satin Shine Lipstick: Pillow Talk Fair
- MAC Lustreglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick: Beam There Done That & See Sheer
- Merit Signature Lipstick: Classic
Non Sephora Items:
NYX Professional Makeup Suede Matte Lip Liner Velvet Soft Vegan Lip Pencil in Cannes and Nude Pink. Budget-friendly and great.
I actually just wrote a much longer deep dive into my multi-year glow-up journey on my Substack with pictures. In it I shout out this subreddit :)
Note to mods: Please remove if not allowed! I just wanted to share the love back with the community that helped me. All the relevant product info and reviews are in the free/public section of the post for anyone interested**.**
Happy shopping!