Makeup Archives

Top 3 Products for Oily Skin!

Top 3 Products for Oily Skin! Shopping for makeup can be a lot harder when you’ve got oily skin. You never know how well a product is going to work until you test it out! And if your face ends up looking greasy halfway through the day, then you’ve just wasted […]

Joyce Lee

Feb 06, 2019

How to Get a Flawless Base Without Foundation

How to Get a Flawless Base Without Foundation Are you a makeup fanatic who hates wearing heavy or full-coverage foundation? We get it, anything thicker than something like MAC Face and Body foundation can make your skin feel terrible. But of course, we still desire that flawless base without having […]

How to get a flawless base with no foundation

Gin Mabey

Feb 04, 2019

Eyes, Makeup

Top 3 Eyeliner Products!

Top 3 Eyeliner Products! What’s the secret to the perfect eyeliner application? A steady hand, complete mastery of technique, and choosing the right product. You need to make sure that you’re choosing the perfect formula and product for the look that you’re trying to achieve! Here’s a list of the […]

Joyce Lee

Jan 31, 2019

The Best Multi-Purpose Makeup Palettes

Top Multipurpose Makeup Palettes We struggle to think of a makeup item more beautiful than a palette full of gleaming, glistening, smoky, bright and bold shades winking back at us. But that’s generally in the eyeshadow department…what about face palettes? While there have been a few cult hits in the […]

Gin Mabey

Jan 28, 2019

How to Improve Your Beauty Routine This Year

Tips For Improving Your Beauty Routine This Year After an onslaught of overindulging and partying over the festive period, it’s time to say hello to the new you with 9 ways to improve your beauty routine for 2019! 1. Wash your brushes more frequently If we’re honest, it’s a mundane […]

Jess Hall

Jan 17, 2019

Beauty Hacks to Save Time Getting Ready!

Beauty Hacks to Save Time Getting Ready! Our social media feeds are saturated with an overwhelming number of beauty hacks. But truthfully, it’s hard to find a good beauty hack that’s actually worth your time! Whether you’re into a full face of makeup, or you’re all about the fresh-faced look, we […]

Joyce Lee

Jan 11, 2019

How to Take Care of Your Skin As You Age

How to Take Care of Your Skin in your teens, 20’s, and 30’s! I was out browsing the drugstore makeup rows with my Mum, and I picked up a glittery, double-ended liquid eyeshadow. “I love this!”, I said as I swatched it on my hand. “Pretty…not for me though, I’m […]

how to take care of your skin in your 20's and 30's

Gin Mabey

Jan 10, 2019

How to Get Your Makeup to Not Look Dry

How to Get Your Makeup to Not Look Dry With winter here in full force, your skin is likely going through a rough patch (literally), which means your precious makeup lewks are going through it too. For those suffering from dry skin but still trying to keep that face beat […]

Lanie Edwards

Jan 09, 2019

Best Affordable Drugstore Makeup Products!

What are the best drugstore makeup products? What’s the biggest mistake you can make when it comes to buying makeup? Splurging on every single high-end product that catches your eye! The cosmetics industry has truly stepped up their game with their drugstore brands! You can find several hidden gems at […]

Best Drugstore Makeup Products You Must Have

Joyce Lee

Jan 07, 2019

Beauty Resolutions for 2019!

Beauty Resolutions for 2019! Do you guys ever take a look at your makeup collection and think “wow, I’ve let this get out of hand…”. Or, do you realise you’ve completely neglected to stick to a proper sun protection routine? Perhaps you find yourself skipping key skincare steps, or maybe […]

Gin Mabey

Jan 04, 2019

How to Organize Your Dream Vanity Station on a Budget!

Ways to Organize Your Dream Vanity Station on a Budget! A beautiful vanity is at the top of every girl’s wish list. Whether you’re an ultra-glam type of girl or you’re all about the basics, let’s keep your beauty drawer organized with a little DIY. Trust me, getting ready in […]

Joyce Lee

Dec 17, 2018

Holiday Beauty Gift Guide For Beginners!

Holiday Beauty Gift For Beginners! Beauty lovers always love getting makeup and skincare as gifts. It’s in our nature…we see beauty products and we want to get our hands on them. What’s more exciting than unwrapping a gift to find a fresh, new product to devour? Even people who aren’t […]

Gin Mabey

Dec 11, 2018

The Most Underrated Highlighter: MAC Mineralize Skinfinish

The Most Underrated Highlighter: MAC Mineralize Skinfinish What’s the most important step in your makeup routine? Highlighter. Whether you’re trying to achieve a dramatic effect or you’re trying to create the illusion of natural radiance, you definitely don’t want to skimp on the highlighter. Luminous skin is universally flattering. If […]

Joyce Lee

Dec 07, 2018

Best Foundations for Oily Skin!

Best Foundations for Oily Skin! Having oily skin is incredibly frustrating. You catch a glimpse of your reflection in the mirror halfway through the day and you don’t even recognize the hot mess that’s staring back at you. But there’s good news! Out of all the skin types, oily skin […]

Joyce Lee

Nov 28, 2018

3 Must-Have Blushes!

3 Must-Have Blushes! What’s the one thing that’ll instantly enhance any makeup look? Your winged eyeliner is sharp AF, your highlight is poppin’, but something’s missing. Whether you’re going for a super glam full face of makeup or you’re opting for a more natural look, it’s all about the blush. […]

Joyce Lee

Nov 16, 2018

How to Build a Beginner’s Makeup Collection!

How to Put Together a Beginner’s Makeup Collection! Perhaps you have a daughter, son, niece, nephew, or friend who is just starting out with makeup. Or you may be introducing makeup to your own routine. It can be very overwhelming when trying to choose makeup products when you really have […]

Gin Mabey

Nov 14, 2018

Makeup, Product Launches

5 Must-Have Beauty Products for the Holidays

With Halloween just 2 days away, the holiday season is officially about to be in full swing! Get ready for glitter everywhere, bold lips, and a change in your skincare routine with Winter approaching. To get you ready to sleigh the holidays, here are 5 must-have beauty products! 1. Glow […]

Lanie Edwards

Oct 29, 2018

Beauty Hacks, Makeup, Product Reviews

Drugstore Dupes for Trending Makeup

Drugstore Dupes for Trending Makeup New makeup launches and cult products are exciting, without a doubt. But it’s not so exciting when your budget just can’t stretch to meet those high price tags. That’s why I love dupes so much. We can enjoy flattering shades, great formulas, and fun finishes […]

Gin Mabey

Oct 24, 2018

10 Amazing Beauty Tips From The World’s Best Makeup Artists

10 Amazing Beauty Tips From The World’s Best Makeup Artists Whether you’re a cosmetics connoisseur and think you have this thing well and truly sussed, or you’re still mastering the art of liquid liner, we can all learn something when it comes to makeup. And thanks to the internet, we’ve […]

Jess Hall

Oct 18, 2018

Wet n Wild MegaGlo Hello Halo Liquid Highlighter…is it a game changer?

Wet n Wild MegaGlo Hello Halo Liquid Highlighter…is it a game changer? All day long I dream of highlight. That’s an exaggeration…but I do love it. Adore it, in fact. Anything that makes my skin look luminous, glowing and multi-dimensional has my heart forever and I will be highlighting up […]

Wet n Wild Hello Halo Liquid Highlighter

Gin Mabey

Oct 16, 2018

5 Super Easy Makeup Looks for Halloween!

5 Super Easy Makeup Looks for Halloween! The last few months of the summer really just flew by and it’s already that time of the year again… Halloween is right around the corner! Did you start thinking about your Halloween costume yet? If not, don’t panic! You have two types […]

Joyce Lee

Oct 10, 2018

4 British Beauty Brands That Are the Bomb.com!

While we long to be able to stroll down the aisles of Ulta, Target and Bath + Body Works and render ourselves bankrupt in the process, we do have some real gems here across the pond and brands that we’re proud to call our own. Here are just four of […]

Jess Hall

Sep 28, 2018

How to Avoid Crusty, Flaky & Cakey Foundation

We’ve all been there: you catch your reflection in the mirror at work, halfway through the day and you’re met with the dreaded ‘cake face’. Now we know that expecting an Instagram-esque complexion isn’t all that realistic, but a cakey, dry and flaky complexion is totally avoidable. Keep scrolling for […]

Jess Hall

Sep 13, 2018

Beauty Hacks, Makeup, Skincare

6 Beauty Myths DEBUNKED

Beauty myths – we all fall for them. We all love to learn and share the best beauty tips and tricks, but we can all end up believing the myths and misconceptions that we end up stumbling upon along the way. Let’s debunk them one by one, shall we? 1. […]

Jess Hall

Aug 30, 2018

Microshading: A New Alternative for Perfect Brows!

Ever wanted to just wake up with perfect brows every single morning? Are you also terrified of pigment being carved into your skin with a scalpel in order to make this wish come true? Same. Luckily, there’s a new alternative to microblading, and it’s far less painful and intrusive. Ah, […]

Lanie Edwards

Aug 20, 2018

6 Shopping Hacks to Save You Money on Beauty Products

While we love perusing the aisles of Sephora and filling our basket as though we have a money tree growing in our back yard, the same sadly can’t be said for our poor bank balances. Luckily, there are ways of being a beauty product fiend and lipstick hoarder while still […]

Jess Hall

Jul 20, 2018

The Best Powders for Baking Like a Pro

By now, you Glammers probably know what baking your face means. But, do you know what powders work best for it? We gotcha covered! Read to find out how your makeup can come out better than grandma’s cookies with these products. What is baking? For you makeup beginners, the term […]

Lanie Edwards

Jul 10, 2018

Lip Products, Makeup

SLAY Your Summer with some Sexy Smokey Eye Looks!

Turn up the heat hotter than a fresh pot of coffee this summer! We’re not here to play in 2018, it’s gettin’ hot outside and we’re bringing some gasolina to the fire. You better learn how to smoke them eyes babe, because it’s getting a lil’ dramatic in here! We’ve […]

LiveGlam

Jun 17, 2018

5 Summer Beauty Must Haves for 2018!

Summer officially begins on June 21st, which means it’s time to start switching up our makeup routines for the season! Toss your heavy foundations and creams to the side and make way for bright, fun colors and sunscreen. Don’t know what new products to try? Check out 5 of our […]

Lanie Edwards

Jun 13, 2018

The MAC x Aaliyah Collection is Coming June 20th!

Everyone lives for a great MAC collab. From Nicki Minaj to Lady Gaga to even YouTube star Patrick Starrr, these iconic collections never disappoint. After years of teasing this collab and determination from fans, the Aaliyah 12-piece collection is finally coming on June 20th to pay tribute to her legacy. […]

Lanie Edwards

Jun 11, 2018

The $5 Foundation that’s surprisingly…amazing

If you’d have told us just a few weeks ago that there was a foundation out there that could give us everything we’ve ever wanted from a foundation for the price of our Caramel Frappuccino order at Starbucks, we’d probably have (politely) laughed at you. Now that we’ve trialled and […]

Jess Hall

Jun 07, 2018

Makeup, Makeup Tutorials

Create Your Own DIY Liner with 2 Ingredients!

Looking to freshen’ up your style? Have some funky fun with your makeup and try some DIY eyeliner! This is my favorite way to add a pop of color to any look. And if you can’t find the perfect liner color, then you can make your own! It’s super easy […]

LiveGlam

Jun 03, 2018

Brush Products, Makeup

These Products Will Slay your Summer Fleek using June LiveGlam MorpheMe Brushes!

If summertime to you means beaches, pools, parties, and a summer fling then we speak the same language! I know I’ma have my summer on fleek- cuz.. live your best life boo! So now if you’re trying to enjoy the beaches, pools, parties, and a lil summer lovin’ while you […]

LiveGlam

Jun 02, 2018

Makeup, Product Reviews, Trending

Kim Kardashian’s New KKW Beauty Products Are The Nudes You’ve Been Waiting For!

Since its launch, KKW Beauty has been on top of consistently releasing new products. From contour and highlight palettes to a fab collab with Mario Dedivanovic, Kim seems to have no intentions of slowing down! On June 8th, she’s releasing 8 Créme Lipsticks and 3 lip liners that look absolutely […]

Lanie Edwards

May 30, 2018

Waterproof Your Memorial Day and Slay All Summer!

Memorial Day weekend is here! We all know what that means- pools are open and it’s basically summer as far as we’re concerned. We can reflect on all of our soldiers while we sip margaritas and soak in some sun. If you’re trying to stay snatched all summer, I know […]

LiveGlam

May 28, 2018

4 Steps to Heat-Proofing Your Summer Makeup

For some, wearing makeup in the heat even with the air conditioner on full blast sounds pretty…well, hellish. For us makeup-crazed others, nothing could part us from our beloved makeup collections and so we’ve had to improvise by finding the best ways for comfortably and practically wearing makeup throughout the […]

Jess Hall

May 24, 2018

Eyes, Makeup

The Best Eyeshadow Shades for Your Eye Color

If you’re a makeup beginner, you may be struggling to figure out what eyeshadow shades look best on you. One of the easiest ways to choose is by basing them off your own eye color! Find out which tones will be a certified slay with our mini guide! Brown Eyes […]

Lanie Edwards

May 21, 2018

Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty Beach Please Collection is Coming!

As we’re tiptoeing into Summer, Rihanna is already there waiting for us. On May 21st, Fenty Beauty is dropping their brand new collection to get us ready for beach szn. We’re talkin’ more fabulous Killwatt duos, new shimmery lip toppers, and liquid eyeshadows. Check out all the new products here! […]

Lanie Edwards

May 16, 2018

Vintage Makeup Products vs. Now

Makeup has come a long, long way since its introduction dating as far back as 4000 BC. To show you just how far we’ve come, we thought it’d be fun to do a comparison of vintage makeup products vs. what we use now. See how products and formulas have evolved, […]

Lanie Edwards

May 14, 2018

The Kris x Kylie collab is out now!

Calling all hot mamas! Kris Jenner just dropped a collab with her beauty icon daughter for Mother’s Day and we are obsessed! Kris announced the Kris x Kylie collection by “hacking” Kylie Cosmetics insta and becoming @KrisCosmetics! Along with a few lol’s, we got to see some fun mom and […]

LiveGlam

May 13, 2018

Score These Top 3 Looks from 2018 Met Gala!

If the Met Gala wasn’t already enough to make you drool- then grab a napkin because this year’s event was hosted by 3 powerful women and we got some serious face in these looks! 2018 Met Gala was hosted by Amal Clooney, Rihanna, and Donatella Versace with a theme of […]

LiveGlam

May 12, 2018

6 Weightless but Flawless Foundations

The best way to achieve a flawless complexion is with a high-coverage foundation but there’s nothing worse than a thick and cakey feel. Weightless foundations are becoming increasingly popular, offering that coveted airbrushed finish without the heaviness of traditional full coverage foundations. Breathable and comfortable, we’ve picked out six gorgeous […]

Sally O'Kelly

May 08, 2018

Cinco De Maquillaje- Our Favorite Green, White, and Red Makeup!

Happy Cinco de Mayo- a day that means more than tequila and Coronas! Once upon a time, some unlikely Mexican forces took down a little man with a big army, and muchos bebidos were served in celebration! Today, we may not think of ole defeated Napoleon III, but we thank […]

LiveGlam

May 05, 2018

The LiveGlam Guide to Color Correction

Color correction is a step that is often missed in a makeup routine as applying the brightest of purples and greens doesn’t seem all that natural. Actually, there are many benefits to color correction and it’s one of the easiest ways you can combat unwanted pigmentation and skin care concerns. […]

Sally O'Kelly

May 01, 2018

3 Concealers You Need in Your Kit

In a world of cream products and full-coverage madness- it can be hard to pick the right product for your face. Through my years of doing makeup on different faces of different texture, tone, and color- I can tell you that these 3 concealers can fleek out anyone and give […]

LiveGlam

Apr 29, 2018

4 Things You Didn’t Know that Mess Up your Makeup!

Sometimes you set out to create a makeup masterpiece to end up with a bit of mess. As a makeup artist, lover, wearer for years, I’ve managed to ruin my makeup in any way you can imagine- be creative! Strangely, some of the easiest ways to mess it up is […]

LiveGlam

Apr 28, 2018

How to Tidy Up Your Makeup Vanity

As makeup lovers, we dream of having a beautiful way to store our prized possessions, but we don’t always want to pay an outrageous price to do it. Luckily, Amazon exists, and it has some cute and affordable options to make your vanity look super chic and tidy! Brushes […]

Lanie Edwards

Apr 27, 2018