Finding the best mascara for volume that doesn’t weigh your lashes down isn’t easy, but this one manages both. The bristles lift and curl your lashes before coating them with the buildable formula, offering a winning combination of volume and length. The volume is the star of the show—just one coat creates natural-looking thickness, while a second coat yields a more dramatic finish. We also love that it doesn’t smudge or flake; it includes an amino acid peptide and vitamin blend to help strengthen the lashes. It’s so good we wish it came in more than just the black shade. Iris & Romeo, consider this our formal request for a chocolate brown co

After testing over a dozen sunscreens for a month, I’m happy to say that the best sunscreen is the one I’ve been using for over a year now: the Innisfree Daily UV Defense. This is my favorite formula of all time, winning against the ones that I’ve used in previous years. The formula has chemical filters alongside green tea and cica , which help soothe and hydrate the s

How often should sunscreen be applied and reapplied?

"Any sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours after sweating or water immersion," says Dr. Cheung. "In the absence of sweating or rub-off, a very water-resistant SPF 50 sunscreen can maintain its efficacy for six hours." If a sunscreen is water-resistant, it should be noted on the label, along with the amount of time before reapplication is necess

Upon application, I immediately noticed a burning sensation, which let me know that the results from this product were most likely going to be fabulous. I was right—this lip plumper certainly yields results, as long as you can handle the hot tingling. The good news? The more you apply this product, the less sensation you feel. Your lips adapt and get used to it over time. The biggest takeaway was that within less than 10 minutes, my lips were noticeably redder, and the plumping benefits were immediately noticea

It camouflaged discoloration and acne , and also wore well throughout the day. Testers found that applying a light setting powder helped to lock it in place. We thought it performed decently under the eyes, though some people found it a bit drying for use in this area. We didn’t love using it with a damp sponge because the stiffer formula was tricky to blend this way, but it applied perfectly with our fingert

This gloss has an impressive shade range—28 beautiful hues to choose from. While there is a light, tingling sensation when applied, it wore mostly like a regular lip gloss that added a nice touch of shine and hydration to the lips, but sans any noticeable plumping results. It has a sweet, light peppermint smell and is very comfortable to wear and reapply throughout the day. Think of this as your favorite lip gloss that comes in so many shades to try—the formula is lov

What mistakes should you avoid when applying mascara to aging eyes?

Our makeup artists had the same response to this question: replace your mascara often. Snag a new one every three months, confirms Scibelli. Bacteria can build up on the brush, and you don’t want it to enter the eye area. "Dry, old mascara promotes flaking, irritation, and eyelash breakage," adds Bartl

Finding a concealer that provides the coverage and finish you’re looking for while remaining intact all day and night is tricky, but this one from Mac seriously impressed us. Once you apply it, it lightly sets down and locks in place—it was the most long-wearing, budge-proof, and crease-resistant concealer we tested. The formula is creamy, lightweight, and richly pigmented, so a small dot spreads easily and covers beautifully. It has a matte finish that isn’t dry or chalky; it looks smooth and feels comfortable on a variety of skin types. We enjoyed using it under our eyes and on blemis

This Nars concealer has been popular for many years (and beloved by Byrdie editors), so it’s no surprise that it earned high ranks during testing for those with oily and acne-prone skin. It has a solid, creamy, but not super emollient, formula that covers blemishes , dark spots, and discoloration with aplomb. A little bit goes a long way, so it doesn’t look heavy or cakey on the skin. The formula is buildable and sets to a matte finish with a bit of a blurring effect, essential if you're on the hunt for a concealer for oily s

It’s easy enough to remember to apply sunscreen every day, but remembering to reapply every two hours is another story—especially if you already have makeup on. I would usually forgo sunscreen reapplication when I had a full face on—until I tried this SPF powder brush from Colorescience. While it’s a little tricky to "activate" so that the product is ready to apply (though there are thorough instructions on the brand page), I was impressed with how simple it was to use. The brush and powder come in the same tube, making it easy to throw into your bag or keep in your Makeup games beginner Guide|Https://makeupinsight.com/ pouch. I assumed that it would be a little messy since loose powder comes through the brush, but the powder doesn’t fall out while applying—only providing a very even application with the brush across the skin. It works similarly to a setting powder as well, so it was able to tamp down some of the shine of my base makeup. I also loved that it had gentle, soft bristles that didn’t feel rough on the skin. According to the brand, you should apply liberally for at least 60 seconds for optimal protect