Make Up

We all know it well: you feel like (or you just HAVE to) get a new concealer. After countless swatches, you've finally found the right shade (hallelujah), but how do you know if it really works well for your skin? Because the hardest part about a concealer is of course not the color, but the result. Will it crease, settle into your fine lines, or will it dry out? Does it stay smooth and soft, or does it turn into a cakey layer? According to my favorite TikTok account, The Lipstick Lesbians, there is one place where you can test that perfectly and no, it's not under...

I don't wear mascara very often, but when I do apply a layer to my lashes, it has to be one that works well. And also one that you can easily remove in the evening, because that's often when my lashes suffer. I usually skip waterproof variants – not because they aren't nice, but because my sensitive lashes just can't handle the removal. No matter how gentle my oil is, I still find a lot of loose lashes on my cotton pad during cleaning, and that really...

There are those makeup products that you just know right away: yes, that’s going in my bag for the coming months. I especially have this with lip products: my makeup look isn’t complete without a good lip combo. As soon as summer is a bit over and the first autumn-like days come knocking, I automatically crave warmer colors and a nice brown lip color. This gem is a must-have The Essence Milky Glazed Glossy Lip Balm (quite a mouthful) in the color 05 'Latte-tude' is exactly what the name hints at: a warm, medium brown color with a glossy finish. In other words: such a shade...

If there is one beauty product I have come to understand, it is mascara. I have been using it for about fifty years (okay, a bit exaggerated, but it feels that way) and have seen quite a bit of eyelash decoration come and go. Yet it was the Oh Yes! Lashes from Douglas, their own house brand for exactly €16.99, that really surprised me this month. It lengthens, thickens, doesn't clump, and is also easy to remove. In short: my new favorite, and that for a price where you often don't even get half a tube with the more expensive brands. Why I always find just a little bit at Douglas...

NARS has revamped their blush stick and made the famous formula even better. It was a bit nerve-wracking to see what the reactions would be, as changing a cult item from the collection doesn't always go over well. But honestly? It's way better than before and TikTok is full of it. The cream-to-powder blush is next level and gives your lips, cheeks, and eyes the most beautiful pinky glow. And the best part? The glow really lasts. According to NARS, even up to 16 hours, ideal for days when you roll from work to drinks without time for...

Foundation is the basis of almost every makeup look, literally and figuratively. And yet it remains one of the most difficult products to choose really well. As a beauty editor, I have tested dozens of foundations: from liquid to powder, from stick to tinted moisturizer, from budget to high-end. What I notice time and again is that the perfect foundation is different for everyone. Your skin type plays a big role in that, but also your undertone, your lifestyle, and the effect you want to achieve. It’s not a universal formula, it’s very personal. Don’t be led by trends, but by your own...

Applying concealer without it settling into your lines or suddenly appearing as a clear layer on your skin: easier said than done. Because honestly, concealer should quietly do its job and not shine a spotlight on your dark circles, crow's feet, blemishes, or red spots. The big difference between foundation and concealer is that with foundation you even out your skin and with concealer you camouflage. That's why you usually don't use concealer all over your face, and its packaging is therefore also a lot smaller. But applying concealer, that's usually where it goes...

Looking for a foundation at an overcrowded drugstore, to be honest? I find it a bit of a hassle. Call me spoiled, but there’s just so much choice. Shelves full of foundations that all promise just a little something different: more glow, more coverage, lasts 24 hours beautifully, or has full skincare benefits. And in the meantime, they are so close together that the difference is sometimes hardly noticeable. Add to that the buy one get one free promotions and other discounts, and before you know it, you’re at the checkout with an eyeliner, mascara, or lip gloss that you actually didn’t need at all. Recognizable? I have...

If you're reading this, it's your sign to grab your brushes and clean them. It doesn't have to be a complicated task with soap, water, or special rubber cleaning mats. It can also be short but effective. And the best part is: your brush is immediately ready for use again. Ideal, right? I try to do this a few times a week, especially when I use a brush for several days for my foundation. I find it refreshing and it prevents impurities and irritations. Moreover, your makeup looks better with a clean brush. How I do this...

Sunglasses can come out of the closet again, as the spring-like sunny season starts in a few days. Okay, fine. You can of course wear sunglasses all year round, even when it rains (I see it enough in the city). After all, that's also a kind of vibe. But when you wear make-up and sunglasses – or regular glasses of course – we all know it: those marks on your nose and make-up on your frames. If you wear a slightly subtler model, it usually just results in a bit of make-up on the inside of your sunglasses, around the nose pads. But with...