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Although I usually prefer bigger brushes, I really did love the neat RapidGlam wand—it was super effective at reaching even the finest lashes in the farthest corners of my peepers and really did give them Hollywood definition. The tube itself is neat and takes up next to no room in my handbags, which are always notoriously small. I know it mightn’t sound like a big deal, but my regular mascara tube is much bigger, and I’ve always thought it unnecessarily so. The mascara only comes in black, which some might find alienating. I flit between dark brown and black mascara colours and found RapidGlam struck the perfect balance of being a true black without becoming too harsh against my alabaster skin tone. In the three weeks since I’ve been using RapidGlam Lash Enhancing Mascse...

Whether you’re seeking an experimental eyeliner to add something unexpected to a neutral eye look, or you want to experiment with this year’s trending bright eyeliner trend without breaking the bank, you can’t possibly go wrong with this one from Barry M. In comparison to other colourful liners I’ve tried, this one isn’t patchy, and it really does last for hours—and, although they’re definitely having a moment right now, colourful eyeliners never go out of style, in my opinion. However, if you’re nervous about making colourful eyeliner work for you, then start by slowly applying the eyeliner with a light hand. If you like what you see, then you can keep building up the colour to achieve a brighter, bolder look. Yo...

And I’m not alone in my love of seasonal lipsticks. Most of the makeup brands that I swear by offer up a plethora of autumnal lipstick options for my favourite season—from sheers to mattes, there really is something for everybody and I have a list of recommendations to prove it. At first glance, it’s easy to think that these shades might not be for you—especially if you don’t naturally gravitate towards bold lipstick colours—but, trust me, these shades are surprisingly wearable. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair s...

The Chameleon Eyeshadow Flakes are described as the ultimate product for glitter lovers. They have unique flake pigments that don’t use harsh glitter particles. Unlike other forms of glitter particles, these are said to be soft, lightweight and comfortable to wear. As for the application? It’s quite a unique process. To begin, you take the Glistening Pigment Mix, place two small drops into a bowl, mix it with your Eyeshadow Flakes, and you should be left with a lightweight glitter mixture. Taking a small flat brush, slowly begin to paint the mixture onto your eyes and build it up as you desire—make sure you let it set until it feels dry on your eyes. I have to admit it took me a couple of tries before I managed to get the flakes and the mix to work together. On th...

If you’ve ever wanted to know what’s really inside the makeup bags of the most stylish women in the industry, you’re in luck. We’ve created a new column—Inside My Makeup Bag—to uncover the beauty products our fashion friends genuinely keep in their daily rotation and how much their stashes actually cost. I’ll be delving inside their bags on your behalf and totting up every item in there, from the most expensive to the cheapest. Not only will you be left with an incredible shopping list, but you’ll also get a realistic price tag to boot. Is there someone whose makeup bag you’re dying to see? Slide into my Instagram DMs with your requests, and I’ll see what I can do. This month, we’re delving inside the everyday makeup bag ...

The Chameleon Eyeshadow Flakes are described as the ultimate product for glitter lovers with unique flake pigments that don’t use harsh glitter particles. Unlike other forms of glitter particles, these are said to be soft, lightweight and comfortable to wear. As for the application? It’s quite a unique process. To begin, you take the Glistening Pigment Mix, place two small drops into a bowl and then mix together with your Eyeshadow Flakes until it’s evenly mixed. Once it’s mixed together, you should be left with a lightweight glitter mix. Taking a small flat brush, slowly begin to paint the mixture onto your eyes and build up as you desire—make sure to let it set until it feels dry on your eyes. I have to admit it took me a couple of tries before I managed to get the f...

In the world of beauty, it’s hard not to get swept up in the excitement of newness; fancy product launches that promise us the world or, at the very least, noticeably glowy skin, lengthened lashes, or fuller-looking lips. Sure, some do live up to their lofty promises, and may even become a firm fixture in our beauty bags, but it won’t be long before another wonder product comes along to steal the spotlight. The real objective of any beauty product should, however, be longevity—to be eternally relevant and adorned long after the initial social media fanfare. It takes time, but the products that are worth knowing are the ones that remain in-demand once everything goes quiet.  However, sometimes a quietly unassuming beauty classic does offer all that, but is still u...

When daily commutes to the office were more of a regular thing, the best part of my morning routine was easily putting on my makeup. Beyond the transformational aspect, for me, applying it is also downright therapeutic. But, as working from home became the new norm, my makeup collection understandably started to collect dust. Until very recently, it’s been almost a year since I picked up a blending brush and thoroughly dove into my eye shadow palettes. I used to relish experimenting with different colours and glittery textures, but admittedly my skills have become a little rusty. To ease into the full swing of vibrant eye shadow looks I decided to turn to something a little more beginner-friendly.  Colourful eyeliner has all of the fun of ...

While some people have seen the last year or so as an opportunity to ditch their usual makeup routines for something more low-maintenance, I have taken an entirely different approach. Over the last 18 months, I’ve been experimenting with new eye-shadow looks and hairstyles and rediscovering my love for all of those overlooked beauty products that were starting to collect dust. At the same time, I’ve even added new steps to my makeup routine, including applying foundation, concealer, bronzer and, more recently, blush. Sure, blush had been a part of my beauty routine in the past, but after I discovered Glossier’s Cloud Paint, I called off my search for the perfect blush. But with so many recent blush launches (not to mention all the TikTok users posting their favorites), I ...

From following her full skincare routine (in the name of research, of course) to sniffing out her signature scent, when it comes to beauty products there is one woman whose recommendations I always trust: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. The supermodel and Rose Inc founder always shares the chicest beauty picks on her Instagram—from lipsticks to fragrances—and you can bet that if Rosie swears by it then it must be something pretty special. Thankfully, though, Rosie has finally turned her attention to her own beauty products, rather than recommending others. That’s right, her very own beauty line has finally landed and to say that I’m excited about it would be very much an understatement.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When ...

From cryo sheet masks to 8-second hair treatments, when it coms to viral beauty products there’s one place to go if you want to know what’s trending right now: TikTok. I’ll admit that I’m still getting to grips with the social media platform, but it’s clearly becoming the coolest platform to spot both fashion trends and beauty ones. So, in a quest to get to know the app that I’d previously written off as the domain of Gen Z, I decided to delve headfirst into the world of TikTok beauty to decipher which viral beauty products genuinely live up to the hype. From lip glosses to Kylie Jenner-approved blushers, I abandoned all preconceptions in an attempt to give you an honest rundown on which of thes...

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...