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This season of life has come with a lot of surprise challenges. Who knew I’d stay up all night listening to Taylor Swift for days on end? Or that I’d learn the problem with my finances all this time was actually me going out to eat every other day? But the most surprising of all is that even though I spend the most time at home as ever, I get significantly less sleep. And I know I’m not the only one! The Sleep Foundation explained that everything from raised anxiety to changes to daily life to extra screen time can cause our sleep to decrease in length and quality. So we know we’re not sleeping, and while there are definitely a few healthy, natural ways to get that under control, you know my style: I’ll show you how to Band-Aid the problem for a little bit. What better way to hide all the sins of yesterday than concealer!? Until you can get those glorious few hours of sleep, these will save you for any shopping trip, meeting, or virtual happy hour you have planned—and they’ll do it without looking cakey, dry, or heavy on your face. Here are our favorites (and a reader-favorite!):
Best for dry skin:
UOMA Beauty
Stay Woke Luminous Brightening Concealer
If concealers typically make you feel parched under the eyes after a few hours, you need a creamy formula that keeps its moisture all day long, and Uoma’s Stay Woke concealer does just that. It’s hydrating right from the start and blends seamlessly into your skin or any foundation you might have underneath it. The creaminess doesn’t take away from the coverage though, so you’ll be sure to cover up those dark circles in a cinch.
Best for oily skin:
Shape Tape Concealer
As someone with dry under eyes, I never found love with this concealer, but I can see how it would be an absolute dream for oily skin (and also, it’s one of the top-selling concealers in the world, so maybe it’s me!). When I’ve used it on the parts of my complexion that get oily, it stays put all day long and doesn’t move, which is exactly what you want in a concealer. It boasts full-coverage, all-day wear that causes minimal creasing.
Best for high-coverage:
Juvia’s Place
I Am Magic Concealer
Of all the concealers on this list, this ranks as the highest coverage. If you’re rocking deep, dark circles, this will be your saving grace. However, the high-coverage doesn’t result in cakey or dry under eyes either. Instead, you’ll notice a smooth canvas that barely needs set with a powder. Coming in at 24 shades, you’re bound to find one that works best with your skin tone.
Reader and editor-favorite:
Radiant Creamy Concealer
This concealer is basically makeup royalty. It’s in the makeup bag of most celebrities, beauty editors, and normal people alike. Our editor Maddie once said it best in our annual empties: “It’s super natural looking while still giving the perfect amount of coverage, and never creases or looks dry (even on my crazy-dry skin). I’ve been loving putting a little of this under my eyes and on blemishes when I work from home to put a little put-together and awake. I love that I can wear it on its own without it ever looking like I’m obviously wearing concealer. This was an obvious re-purchase for me—I’ll never be without it.”
Best at the drugstore:
Conceal + Perfect Longwear Concealer
This isn’t the first time I’ve raved about this concealer. It’s my favorite concealer I’ve ever found at the drugstore, and I think it’s ideal for all skin types. It has a natural matte finish, but don’t let that deter you dewy girls: it still looks gorgeous and natural when paired with your favorite dewy moisturizers, foundations, and highlighters. I love this all over my face to spot conceal as well because the coverage is amazing and it blends out to look just like my skin. At under $10, go ahead and buy your summer and winter shade.
Best splurge:
Armani Beauty
Power Fabric Concealer
I know this one is a little on the pricey side, but I couldn’t leave it out because it’s basically the only concealer I’ve worn the past five months. It is everything you want in a concealer: light, natural, hydrating, creaseless, and blendable. The price might put an ache in your neck for a second, but you only have to use a little bit so the concealer goes a long way. I also use it as a foundation sometimes, and that is absolutely *chef’s kiss*. I feel a little fancy and extra confident every time I use it, and that’s worth double the price to me!
Most long-wearing:
Fenty Beauty
Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Concealer
Fenty Beauty has to make its way into basically any roundup because the products are truly made for everyone. I could have given this “Best Shade Range” or “Best for Special Occasions” or “Best for All Skin Types,” but the magic of this concealer lies in its staying power. Dab it on the under eyes and without setting it, it lasts hours upon hours. If you set it (ideally with the Fenty powder, which I can vouch for, and it’s one of the best!), it’s over for your under eyes. Dark circles who? Never met her. This concealer has all the properties of those above, but how long it lasts without creasing or separating is what makes it stand out. If you have a hard time with concealers rubbing off on you, try this. More
When the first blemishes sprouted upon my face in the mere fifth grade, I started stealing my mom’s concealer to cover them up. About a year and many, many zits later, my mom suggested I get a foundation to “dry out my skin.” Soon after, I got a foundation at the drugstore and never looked back. My skin preferences for the first almost-decade I wore makeup were as follows: heavy, thick, full-coverage, drying, matte. If you’ve ever listened to me talk about makeup before (I hope!), you’ll know I, and the rest of our editors here, basically despise any combination of any of those when it comes to our faces. And thankfully, the makeup industry finally agrees! Makeup doesn’t have to be sticky and gross all day long, and the handful of launches from the last year have proved it. Everything from light-coverage foundations to tinted moisturizers and CC creams to skin tints have made their way into my vanity at this point, and I figured it was mighty time to break them down.
And it’s not just a summer trend either—we’re definitely going to keep seeing lighter coverage as a preference amongst makeup artists and regular people alike. I mean, who needs a heavy foundation when they’re wearing a mask that covers half of their face? (One could argue we don’t need foundation at all or ever—to which I agree, but if you like to add a little somethin’-somethin’, that’s cool too!) Even as the summer heat departs and cool air emerges, we’re looking at a smooth canvas that doesn’t feel sticky, heavy, or uncomfortable. And here, we’re sharing our favorites for all skin types, shades, and preferences.
Skin Tints
A skin tint is the most light-coverage of the bunch, often even leaning toward “sheer” coverage. These won’t cover your gnarly period acne, and that’s OK! They’re some of the most comfortable and (obviously) natural-looking skin products on the market. They’ll make you look extra glowy and hydrated. Plus, these have the least transfer (since they’re more minimal coverage), so you can say goodbye to maskne and masks full of makeup by the end of the day (or your 30-minute run to the grocery store).
Perfecting Skin Tint
This is basically the skin tint to beat all skin tints if you ask me. It’s very low-coverage, but there’s a reason it’s still a Glossier best-seller after all this time. Your skin looks exactly like your skin, only better.
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation
I’m starting off with quite a bang here because this definitely has a lot of coverage for a skin tint. It’s similar to a favorite of mine below (this is how I keep ‘em reading) in that it’s kind of a mix between a serum and a foundation; all the lightness of a serum with the coverage of a foundation. It goes on smooth and even, and you only need a little to cover your entire face because it’s very spreadable like a serum. This makes the high price tag seem much more worth it! It’s the perfect “threw it on in the morning before work, but touched up with a concealer for happy hour” situation. Buy this if you like medium-coverage without feeling like you’re wearing medium-coverage on your face.
Charlotte Tilbury
Hollywood Flawless Filter
While this isn’t marketed as a foundation, in the summer, I like to use it as such when I want to look glowy as all hell. I’ll apply it all over with a sponge and call it a day! It’s probably a little much for some, but it’s been an obsession of mine all summer long to look like I’m basically radiating through the screen in Zoom meetings. Note: the shade range is trash if you look at it like a foundation, but I find it to be pretty good as a highlighter. This doesn’t really add any color, mostly just sheen and glow, so there is some leeway in what shade you can use. My shade ranges quite a bit between winter and summer, and shade #4 works for me basically all year round!
Tinted Moisturizer
These are the next in the coverage category; however, some really do pack a punch. These feel light on the skin, but they’re more likely to even out your skin tone and cover up redness than the latter options. You’ll notice maybe a little transfer in your mask, but nothing you can’t get out with a trusty Tide To-Go.
Pretty Fresh Hyaluronic Skin Tint
I ordered this after our Editorial Assistant Jess had raved about it to me the two months of 2020 we actually spoke IRL. (Ah, the good times!) And I’m here to say I love it too! It’s very light and stays on all day, even through the sweat and humidity below my mask (and LOL, the rest of my face, let’s be honest). Colourpop’s website has a really helpful shade finder too which made it easy to make a purchase without going into a store!
Bare Minerals
Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
I’ve talked about this tinted moisturizer for a while. I started using it on heavy rotation at the beginning of March, and I used it basically the entire three months of quarantine just about every single day. It gave me just a hint of coverage so I felt better and more put-together while I was working without making my skin feel gross at the end of the day. Would buy over and over again.
Maracuja Hydrating Tinted Moisturizer
Of the three of these, I would say this has the least amount of coverage, but perhaps the glowiest end result. This came out right before summer, and I’d call it a perfect summertime foundation. It’s light and natural and lets your natural skin show through. This also has a great shade range for a tinted moisturizer!
Laura Mercier
Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector Broad Spectrum SPF 30
How could I write a roundup on tinted moisturizers without referencing quite possibly the most famous one in the world? This is a staple in makeup artists’ kits for a few reasons. Firstly, the shade range is quite inclusive, boasting 20 shades (which feels about average now, but pre-Fenty Beauty days, 20 shades for even a full-coverage foundation range was a lot *eye roll*). But quite possibly the best part of this product is that although it has quite a lot of coverage for a tinted moisturizer, it’s incredibly lightweight and natural on your skin. Very “your skin, but better” vibes.
Lightweight Foundations
And lastly, we have the light foundations. These have a good amount of coverage (some more than others—will explain below!) without all the heaviness and transfer of a typical foundation. Again, you might notice a little transfer, but nothing you can’t get out in the wash. These are great for Zoom meetings, more “special” occasions, and basically anywhere you want a little extra coverage.
The Lip Bar
Skin Serum Foundation
This on-the-go foundation is friendly for all skin types. So if you lean on the more combo/oily end of the spectrum or just prefer a satin or natural skin finish over some extra dew on your face, this is a great choice. The component is effortless: simply click the bottom, and the foundation comes through the brush at the top. Another way I’ve seen people use this is applying it on their hand from the brush and then blending with a Beauty Blender to make it even more natural and sheer.
Tinted Oil Foundation
This is one of my favorite skin purchases of the last year. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever tried. It’s a mix between a face oil and a foundation; it applies like a skincare oil but with coverage basically. And it’s phenomenal. My best skin days come when I’m wearing this all over my face. It’s everything I could ever want in a foundation: light, glowy, light-to-medium-coverage, and natural. I will never be without this.
Plain Jane Beauty
Get Loose Powder Foundation
Light coverage doesn’t have to come from a liquid! This is obviously oily-skin-friendly, but reviews say it’s light enough that it looks gorgeous on dry skin as well. A powder is a great way to add a little coverage to your face without going overboard. This can be built up to a more full-coverage depending on the brush you use, which makes the product a pretty good bang for its buck—it’s almost like getting a couple different foundations in one! Use a fluffy brush for something light, or buff it on with a dense duo-fiber brush. More
If there’s one thing I’m an absolute sucker for, it’s skincare. If it promises glowing, even skin, I’ll try getting tiny needles rolled into my face or washing my face with honey; and if a new product is released with stellar reviews? Well, sign me up.But the one skincare trend I never got into? Double cleansing.
Double cleansing came onto the scene a few years ago with glowing reviews from just about everyone who has ever worn makeup. It was touted as the most sure-fire way to make sure every last stitch of makeup was removed from your face without stripping it dry. Its appeal is evident, but for whatever reason, I never got into it. I swear by my Clarisonic and figured that that did the job—but to my absolute dismay, it turns out I was wrong.
To double-cleanse, the rules are pretty simple: first, wash your face with an oil-based cleanser or cleansing balm, then follow with your regular, water-based cleanser. Beginning with an oil-based cleanser ensures that your makeup is melted off before you wash your face, leaving it squeaky-clean in the best way possible. But honestly, said cleansers felt like they cost more money than necessary, and when push came to shove, I removed my makeup before my water-based cleanser with a good ole’ makeup wipe.
But then our resident beauty guru, Beth, gave me the recommendation to try the Good Molecules Instant Cleansing Balm. She promised that it would change my face-washing game, but the biggest selling point is that it runs at the same price as a couple of Starbucks orders—so I figured, what’s to lose?
The first time I used this, I immediately regretted every night of my previous life, which included face-washing that I thought was adequate, but so clearly was not. Upon rubbing a pea-sized amount of this onto my face, my full face of makeup—foundation, bronzer, mascara, eyebrow pencil—had literally melted off. At first, I looked like this picture of Mulan’s Matchmaker, but a quick once-over with water made it all disappear. After my second cleanse, my face felt the cleanest it ever has, without the dried-out feeling that makeup wipes are known to cause (my face is incredibly dry, so it’s been reaping the benefits of this ever since).
I’ve continued using this product every night after I’ve worn makeup for about a month now, and it has continued to get a 5/5 star rating from me. Whether I’m wearing super natural, no-makeup makeup or a full face for my socially-distanced birthday, it leaves my skin as soft and clean as a baby’s. Not only is this better for my skin than my previously-loved makeup wipes, but it’s better for the environment too, and given I’ve hardly made a dent in the tub over the past month, I’d guess this is much more cost-effective as well—it’s a win-win-win. Also, my skin has been less irritated than ever, and I have infinitely less clogged pores—and since I changed nothing else in my routine, I’d chalk it up to this.
Never did I think I’d have a cleansing balm holy grail, but this has made its way onto my top shelf, and it’s here to stay.
More Good Molecules budget-friendly editor-favorites:
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We often talk about the transition period between summer and fall. When it’s blazing hot outside, but all you want is a spiced chai latte (hot, no more iced), a pumpkin candle, and a cozy cardigan wrapped around your body. As we enter August, this feeling begins, and while it is likely the most prevalent with fashion (if I see one more pair of linen shorts, I’ll lose it), I feel like it almost as much with my nail colors. Don’t get me wrong: I am a fiend for a bright, bold nail color every day of the week. Lime green? You got it. Bright yellow French tips? Already done it. Purple one hand, pink the other? Did it before Kylie. I love bright colors through to my soul, but as my heart yearns for cool weather, Taylor Swift on repeat, and scary books and movies, the last thing I want to see on my fingers is a bright summery shade. So, there you have: the in-between seasons, transitional nail colors you’ll love rocking all August and September long. Snag one of these polishes for your next at-home mani, and you’re good to go for all of your Folklore listening seshes—look like fall even when it looks like summer outside.
1. Cloudy Grey
2. Teal
3. Marigold
4. Sage Green
5. Cobalt Blue
6. Cherry Red
7. “Cream in Coffee” More
The film that made me utterly in awe of Blake Lively is without a doubt A Simple Favor. Obviously, I’ve seen Gossip Girl, Green Lantern, The Town—but the first time I saw Blake Lively be an absolute badass, making out with both Anna Kendrick and Henry Golding… well, she became one of my favorite people in Hollywood. From what I can see, Blake is down to earth, hilarious, and never takes herself too seriously. (Not to mention, I am a major fan of her husband, but almost an even more major fan of them together.) When it comes to her style, I am equally, if not more, in awe. When I look at Blake Lively, all I can think is summer. Beyond her chic menswear looks and tailored pieces, her beauty looks emulate a bronzed summer goddess, complete with her golden blonde hair that’s always in the most perfect wave. She is a favorite amongst all of us at The Everygirl (fun fact: we met Henry Golding a few summers ago at a press event for Crazy Rich Asians, and one of the first questions out of our mouths was “What’s Blake like?”), so she had to be on our list to discuss what’s in her makeup bag—the real stuff and what I like to think she uses.
Regardless of your shared affinity for Blake, these products are perfect for creating a glowy, natural summer look.
Juvia’s Place
Shade Stick Foundation
Blake shared a picture of her organized beauty drawer on her Instagram story last spring, and one of the first products to jump out at me was Cle de Peau’s concealer. This concealer is basically iconic in the beauty world, and it looked like Blake had every shade… which isn’t very many. In my dreams, Blake has ditched this concealer in favor of something that actually caters to women of all skin tones, like this stick from Juvia’s Place. While it’s technically a foundation, the stick component makes it really easy to use as a concealer. Blake likely enjoys the Cle de Peau because it’s full-coverage without having to use much product and is really easy for touch-ups, and this has the same claims (just with a significantly better shade range and price point).
Kristofer Buckle
Full Disclosure Scalp Cream and Powder Duo
Blake’s makeup artist, Kristofer Buckle has his own line of products that he uses on Blake, along with other brands such as L’Oreal Paris. This scalp powder is basically everything for slicked back buns and ponytails. It fills in the sparse hairs around your hairline to make you look like you have thicker, fuller hair. It’s basically the hair version of a brow powder. Blake loves slick ponytails and buns with her menswear looks, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this was a product she kept in her arsenal.
LOreal Paris
Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick
In Blake’s “73 Questions” with “Vogue,” she said L’Oreal’s Colour Riche lip gloss was her favorite, but I’d also be surprised if she didn’t have a few of her perfect nude lipsticks floating around in her bag too. Even after trying super high-end formulas, I can attest that L’Oreal makes some of the best lip products in the game for less than $10. This line is full of satin shades that are comfortable and make your lips look plump and hydrated, but they also have tons of matte and shiny lip options too.
The Lip Bar
Fresh Glow Duo
Even for her Met Gala looks, Blake looks polished and put-together, but with just a hint of a bronze to her skin and a light blush. It makes her face look dimensional and natural, even when she’s wearing a full face of foundation on a red carpet. This duo from The Lip Bar makes it infinitely easy to get a glow without needing a ton of products. The top product is a luminous bronzer, and the bottom is a highlighting blush (nixing the need to add a highlighter to the cheekbones on top). The five available shades all have corresponding blushes and bronzers that will look impeccable when paired together.
Charlotte Tilbury
Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
Blake had a lot of Charlotte Tilbury in her makeup drawer, which is extra exciting since all of our editors are big CT fans too. In the center of Blake’s drawer lies Charlotte’s Airbrush Setting Powder, an ultra-lightweight, natural-finish powder that lightly sets without adding dryness to your skin. Blake knows the importance of keeping your makeup on all day, but she definitely seems to like a radiant face. This powder is special in that you can layer it on throughout the day to keep oils at bay, and it never gets cakey or powder-y looking. It’s one of the most iconic products in Charlotte’s line.
Mineral Sunscreen Lotion for Face—SPF 30
Another product I saw tucked away in Blake’s makeup storage was this affordable face sunscreen. Like I said, Blake is a summer goddess, so she knows the importance of wearing her sunscreen every single day. I’m going off in a tangent for a second, but how cool that even with all of her fame and wealth, Blake is just as thrilled about CeraVe as the rest of us. I mean, we can’t blame her; CeraVe is known for dermatologist-recommended products that we can easily add to our Target grocery order pick-up.
Tower28 Beauty
SuperDew Shimmer-Free Highlight Balm
If Blake is wearing a highlighter, it’s something natural and skin-like, similar to this one from Tower28. This has no shimmer at all and just adds a dew to your face. Yes, it’s a little tacky, but it doesn’t feel sticky or heavy on your face either. It’s actually a godsend for anyone with dry skin because it moisturizes on top of looking dewy. It’s the closest Blake can get to looking like she did running on the soccer field in “Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.”
Maybelline
Great Lash Mascara
In an interview with Refinery29, Buckle explained that Blake often prefers a brown mascara to look a little more natural. He also said that she isn’t a snob about pricey products—she loves inexpensive beauty as much as the high-end stuff. In Blake’s makeup drawer, she had a tube of Diorshow. While I’m sure that is Blake’s fave, she has likely grabbed a tube of Great Lash on an impromptu drugstore run once or twice, and as much of a nostalgic choice it is, it’s actually a great mascara. I’m on the train of rediscovering Great Lash in 2020.
Sea Texture Spray
OK, I know, I know, I’m supposed to be talking about makeup, but I can’t talk about Blake Lively’s beauty routine without bringing up her tousled waves. In interviews, Blake has said she loves creating heatless waves by putting her hair in a ballerina bun while it’s wet and letting it dry in that style. The best way to keep a heatless style, or any waves in general, is a texture spray. This beachy one from Verb adds flexible hold and texture to wavy hair to make you look extra beachy.
AJ Crimson
Highlight and Contour Compact
Blake had a few contouring and highlighting products in her drawer, but for on the go, something that’s all-in-one is probably a go-to for her. This one from celebrity MUA AJ Crimson is compact and easy to use—containing two blendable shades you can apply and blend right with your fingers, a sponge, or a brush. These also come in other shades, or you can purchase just your contour or highlight shade as a single.
Shu Uemura
Eyelash Curler
If we’re talking iconic beauty products, this one is most certainly at the top of the list. A good eyelash curler is one of the most underrated parts of your makeup routine. Not having nicely curled lashes makes putting mascara on a bit of a pain if your lashes are straight. This is another pick I saw in Blake’s makeup drawer, but I was beyond happy to recommend it. This is considered a secret weapon in the kits of makeup artists to open up the eyes and make mascara pop. What can I say? Blake has good taste. More
The upcoming four-day weekend already feels like a gift, but there is more than one way to make someone special in your life feel extra amazing this Eid Al Adha.
We have put together a stylish edit of gift ideas across fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches and even sweet treats – no celebration is complete without a little sugar.
There are even a few items to treat yourself to – it is pay week after all. From must-have Bottega Veneta shoes to a dazzling selection from Chaumet, we wanted to make sure that whatever you choose to splurge on will feel special for months to come.
We have also included the latest launches from the world of beauty, including a hardworking concealer from La Prairie and a striking eyeshadow palette from Givenchy that you’ll love creating impactful evening looks with.
Happy shopping!
Taller Marmo dress at Ounass.com
Dior Bobby bag
MICHAEL Michael Kors Extra small crocodile embossed leather “Cece” bag
Tyler Ellis Perry Small Peridot Green Satin Gold clutch bag
Bottega Veneta shoes at Ounass.com
Axel Arigato sunglasses at Level Shoes
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole secret watch
Zenith watch at Watchbox
Necklace from Damas Hope collection
Pandora Pave Daisy Flower Collier necklace
Lana Al Kamal Jewelry necklace
Earrings from Gucci’s Lion Head fine jewellery collection
Tiffany T wire bracelet in rose gold with mother of pearl and diamonds
Chaumet Bee My Love white gold with diamonds ring
La Prairie Skin Caviar Perfect Concealer
Sisley Eye and Lip gel makeup remover
Givenchy Beauty Le Neuf eyeshadow palette
Balm, Golden Oil and Cream from 79 Lux
Rasasi Nebras Al Ishq –Wahaj fragrance
Rituals Precious Amber scented candle
Bakhoor at 2XL
Eid Mu Baa Rak selection of mini cupcakes at Sugargram
BloomingBox – Flower assortment
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