NARS is one of the best-known prestige foundation brands, and its range covers very different needs: a skincare-hybrid glow, long-wearing coverage and a classic luminous finish. Choosing the wrong one can mean a cakey or shiny face, so this guide…
Brown eyes are the most common eye color, and they’re also one of the easiest to play with. Almost any shade works, but some colors make brown eyes look especially warm, bright or deep. This guide covers which shades flatter…
A few smart makeup techniques can make your eyes look bigger, brighter and more awake without dramatic effort. The trick is to use light to open the eye, shadow to add depth and lashes to lift. This guide walks through…
Waking up with swollen, puffy eyes is common, and it usually has a simple explanation: fluid that collects in the thin skin around the eyes overnight. Most morning puffiness settles within an hour or two, but salty food, short sleep,…
A smokey eye looks dramatic, but the technique is simple: a darker shade near the lash line blended into lighter shades above it, with no harsh edges. This step-by-step guide explains how to do smokey eye makeup at home, which…
Eyebrow gel is the fastest way to make brows look fuller, tidier and more polished. One or two strokes lift the hairs, set them in place and, with a tinted formula, fill in sparse spots. In this guide we compare…
If your eyes water, itch or turn red after wearing mascara, the formula, the way you remove it, or an old tube could be the culprit. The best mascara for sensitive eyes is usually fragrance-free, ophthalmologist tested, flake-resistant and easy…
Green eyes are one of the easiest eye colours to make pop, and mascara is the simplest way to do it. The trick is colour theory: shades that sit opposite green, such as burgundy, plum and violet, make the green…
Waterproof mascara can be a lifesaver for summer, workouts and weddings, but if your eyes water, itch or turn red easily, it can also be the product that sets them off. Waterproof formulas are designed to resist water and oil,…
Blue mascara has moved well past a 90s throwback. A navy tint gives lashes depth that reads almost black, while cobalt and bright blue turn mascara into the main event. This guide rounds up widely available blue mascaras, explains which…
Black or brown mascara: which one should you wear? The answer depends on your lash color, eye color, skin tone and the look you want. Black mascara gives maximum drama and definition, while brown mascara looks softer and more natural.…
Thin, over-plucked or patchy brows are common, and an eyebrow growth serum is one of the easiest things to try at home. This guide compares seven popular eyebrow growth serums, explains which ingredients have the most evidence behind them and…
Dirty makeup brushes collect oil, dead skin, old product and bacteria, and every time you use them you press that mix back onto your face. Learning how to clean makeup brushes properly takes about ten minutes, protects your skin and…
Dry eyes and mascara are an uncomfortable mix. Flakes land in an already unstable tear film, waterproof formulas need rubbing to remove and stiff lashes can make eyes feel gritty. The right formula and a few habits can make mascara…
Lashes change with age. They often become thinner, shorter, lighter and straighter, and the skin around the eyes gets more delicate. The best mascara for older women adds definition without flaking, clumping or weighing lashes down, and it removes easily…
A cruelty-free concealer should hide dark circles, redness and blemishes as well as any other formula; you shouldn’t have to compromise on coverage to shop more ethically. Below we explain how to check cruelty-free claims, how to pick the right…
Lash extensions need regular cleaning. Oil, makeup, dead skin and dust collect at the lash line, which can weaken the adhesive and lead to irritation or infections such as blepharitis. A dedicated lash cleanser is the best option, but if…
A beauty gift set is one of the easiest presents to get right: it looks generous, lets the recipient try several products and often costs less than buying the items separately. The trick is matching the set to the person,…
If eyeliner leaves your eyes watering, itchy or red by lunchtime, the problem is not always the brand. Formula, where you apply it and how you remove it all matter. This guide covers the best eyeliners for sensitive eyes, what…
The difference between daytime and evening makeup comes down to light and occasion. Natural daylight is bright and shows texture, so day makeup is lighter and more natural. Evening light is softer and warmer, so night makeup can be bolder,…