As beauty junkies, there's nothing scarier than the phrase "limited edition." Whether it is a collab with a beauty blogger or a celebrity, it's safe to say that LE collections grab our attention — and we're always sad when we miss out. Once in a blue moon, however, a beauty brand will answer our prayers, by re-releasing a previously discontinued limited-edition makeup product. Don't believe us? Check out these four instances from the past!
Have you heard of "Beauty Is Boring" yet? Founded by Robin Black, it's a haven for brightly hued makeup looks and stunning portrait photography — all conceived of and shot by Black herself. Each look is unique, with its own artistic flair, ranging from a graphic flick of burgundy liquid liner to glossy tangerine lips paired with metallic royal blue shadow.
New to the Korean beauty game? It can definitely be overwhelming with such a wide array of products currently on the market (and more becoming available every day). That's where Reddit comes in: specifically, the /r/AsianBeauty subreddit, a veritable gold mine of Korean beauty tips and tricks. We've used it as a sort of dowsing rod to point us towards the best Korean skin care products and today we're using it again to help us track down the best Korean makeup picks.
As someone who has struggled with oily skin since my teenage years, you can bet that I've tried just about everything on the market to make sure that my makeup stays in place as long as possible. Of course, having a good skin care routine is the first step because, as most of us know, having great skin is how you have great makeup. But even when your daily skin regimen is helping control oil, sometimes it's just not enough — and that's where makeup comes in.
Have you ever tried IT Cosmetics? If you haven't, you absolutely should. IT, (short for Innovative Technology) Cosmetics started back in 2008. It was the brainchild of CEO Jamie Kern Lima and her husband. The duo worked with a team of dermatologists to develop the brand, which blurs the line between makeup and skin care and addresses a number of common skin concerns. Sales began to take off after a spot on QVC and now the brand can be found in Ulta and Sephora — the brand's CC cream can be found under foundation best sellers on both sites.
There's a certain joy to be found wandering up and down the beauty aisles at your local drugstore. It's a haven where everything is shiny and colorful — and most importantly, affordable. You can scoop up lipsticks that cost roughly the price of a latte, high-performing foundations that are priced comparably to your sandwich order at Subway — and the list goes on.
Amidst all the contouring and sculpting that we do in our makeup routine, it can get tempting to skip out on blush. Don't give in to temptation: A good blush is the most flattering way to accentuate your best features (like in blush draping).
Fall is officially here, which means it's time for sweater weather, warming beverages and leaf-peeping. It's also the perfect time to spice up our makeup repertoire. If you live in a warm climate, you aren't exactly privy to the seasonal sight, but cooler places in the world get to experience a stunning show of colors. Fall leaves come in gorgeous hues like cranberry, burnt sienna, mustard, chartreuse and pine — which just so happen to be the perfect palette for makeup.
We're suckers for all things Korean beauty, especially when said Korean beauty happens to be cute. So when we got wind of Kaja, Memebox's new color cosmetics line with Sephora, we got very excited.
Ah, fall: The season of knee-high boots, cozy cardigans and pumpkin spice lattes is upon us. And you know what it's brought with it? A whole host of seriously gorgeous eyeshadow palettes. There are perfectly curated quads from Shiseido, "sultry" offerings from Anastasia Beverly Hills, fun new Maybelline palettes that may or may not have appeared on the Met Gala red carpet — the list goes on.
As much as we love makeup, sometimes our motor skills just aren't quite on par with some of the more advanced beauty techniques we're trying to pull off. Perhaps you wanted to wear your eyeliner thin and subtle but ended up with a thick cat-eye instead. Or maybe you've been trying to shape your extra-straight brows like a K-pop star, but just can't quite get it right. That's why cosmetic companies have come up with innovative products that make applying makeup almost foolproof. Stamp-on makeup may look like mere toys, but it's actually an ingenious way of putting on a winged eyeliner and filling in your brows with no mistakes. Check out our recommendations of the best stamp-on makeup out there.
If you're like me, growing up in the late '90s and early 2000s meant you weren't ready to leave the house until you embellished yourself head to toe with a little glitter gel. You know, the colorful pots or roller tubes full of the candy-scented, glittery goo. As an adult, I still have an affinity for anything glittery and am always looking for ways to work it into my day-to-day looks, going-out attire and, of course, Halloween costumes.
Halloween is just around the corner and if you're one of those who just can't deal with shopping for a costume or making your own, don't fret. You can still get on with the celebrations without being called a party pooper — all you need is the right makeup. Yes, if you've mastered contouring, winged eyeliners and a mean smokey eye, you can easily whip together some last-minute Halloween makeup. Check out these 8 easy Halloween makeup ideas that are really just a step up from your usual makeup routine. They're so much easier than they look!
When it comes to fall lipsticks, just about anything goes. We're loving the influx of deep, vampy shades, as well as the bold brights that just graced the runways at New York Fashion Week. Fall is a time for changing weather and changing up your look by swiping on a new shade of lipstick.
Like most things in life, there are steps to mastering perfection. Babies have to crawl before they walk and we have to know our ABCs before we can read. The same goes for makeup. Before mastering any graphic eyeliner or glitter lips, it's essential that you understand the importance of a flawless base. Having poppy lids is cute and all, but can be overshadowed by a splotchy or cakey foundation job. To help you understand the basics of base makeup, we asked Bobbi Brown pro makeup artist Tia Hebron to show us how to apply foundation for a flawless look.
Beauty junkies love a good deal — honestly, who doesn't? Sales and special offers of our favorite makeup brands don't come often enough and we're always on the lookout for the best prices on makeup and beauty products. But sometimes, our bargain-hunting takes us too far, to mysterious stores that sell all our favorite products...at suspiciously low prices. Is this too good to be true? Chances are, it is — and you may be in danger of purchasing fake makeup.
Gone are the days when contouring was once a secret technique done by makeup artists in photo shoots: Now it's all over every single Instagram account you follow. Chalk it up to Kim Kardashian's influence — after all, it's her secret to looking amazing all the time.
New seasons always seem to inspire change. From tank tops and sweaters to poppy colors and earth tones, fall is the perfect time to start over and try something new. While we know your lipsticks and foundations are sure to change (goodbye, summer tan), fall is a great season to test out new mascaras. Even if you have your tried-and-true formula, these new launches are sure to wow. Ahead, we rounded up the best new mascara formulas for fall.
Eye makeup and contact lenses don't always get along. If you wear contacts, you know the drill: There was the time you got eyeshadow fallout in your eye and couldn't stop blinking, the time your carefully waterlined eyes started smudging all over the place — and, worst of all, the time you got a wayward mascara crumb trapped under your lens and just couldn't get it out.
It can be so tough to find the perfect setting powder — although they help keep your makeup on lock, it's often a challenge to find one that a) blends well and b) feels light and fresh on your skin. That said, there are a few tried-and-true options out there that'll get the job done, setting your makeup like a champ with nary a smidge of heavy cakeyness in sight. Keep reading for 10 best setting powders that'll get your makeup through anything.
