Makeup

Is the new e.l.f. Cosmetics Pout Clout Lip Plumping Pen a dupe for the Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm? A side-by-side comparison

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The Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm is one of my fave lip formulas ever. I’m addicted to the comfortable balmy texture, strong pigmentation, gorgeous shades, and juicy shine. But at £36 each, these lip glosses are expensive. And let’s be honest, the drugstore has been killing it with high-quality products at a fraction of the […]

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How to tell if primers and foundations are water- or silicone-based

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You might have heard that mixing a water-based primer with a silicone-based foundation causes your makeup to separate or that mixing a silicone-based primer with a water-based foundation can lead to patchy application. While you can wear a silicone-based primer with a water-based foundation and vice versa, sometimes formulas don’t work well together, so it […]

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