Your Makeup Base Guide, from a Beauty Proโจ
Even, Enhance and Perfect your base whether you love a full beat or a natural skin finish. Ideal for normal to combination or slightly oily skin types, and works beautifully on young to slightly mature skin. I’ve tested these so you don’t have to— here’s what works, what to skip, and what gives that smooth, lasting base without the cake.
What are you looking for from your base? Do you want glow, control, or long wear? Do you prefer powders, creams, or liquids? Let’s match you to your best base combo in the comments.
Tips:
โจ Primer is not a must but good primer that suits your skin type to Smooth, hydrate and pre your skin makes any base look better. -a great skin prep with skincare works well
โจ Foundation, primer, and powders all play different roles. Layering correctly makes the biggest difference in wear time and finish.
โจ Choose your tools wisely: brush, sponge, or fingers depending on the texture and the finish you’re going for.
This is not a conclusive list— let me know your favorite if I missed it, your skin type and why you love it!
@narsissist @fentybeauty @milkmakeup @charlottetilbury @guccibeauty @lysbeautyofficial @diorbeauty @hudabeauty

I didn’t just buy another palette, I joined the Danessa MyricksAHOLIC club โจ
This one’s built different. The Lightwork VII palette is magnetic, stackable, and fully customizable so you can design your own setup instead of fitting into one.
Each layer clicks together like luxury Legos.. secure enough to travel with, sleek enough to display, and refillable so nothing goes to waste.
Every shade is creamy, blendable, and made to light up every skin tone.
Which color intrigues you the most? ๐โจ
#danessamyricksbeauty #lightworkvii #luxurymakeup #makeupkit

If you’re known for being poised, confident, and effortlessly charming. You’ll love these 3 fragrances.
Each one blends sophistication & softness without the headache. Refined without trying too hard.
Which one would you try first?
๐Tag your friend who always smells amazing.

Every day we can start over or keep building.
Keeping your base looking good with or without makeup means you take care of your skin especially at night.
This is why my skin looks so good, even though I grew up with ‘rough, acneic skin.
1. Cleanse
(Did a double cleanse.)
First with @drunkelephant face wash.
Then used @trinnylondon AHA/ PHA gel cleanser
This is an exfoliating cleanser that really cleanse your skin without it feeling dry and stripped.
2. Treat. Skipping the flaking and purging I used this Trinny London Overnight retinal and serum to refine my skin, —reducing fine lines and minimizing the appear of my pores.
3. A generous amount of @laneige_us lip mask even my philtrum to fight dry lips. (It’s just what I do, it feels good.)
4. Used the Trinny London elevator neck cream to help me snatch my jawline and neck. It feels super nourishing. I’ll take a before and after pick for when I finish this bottle.
5. For deep hydration I finished my skin routine with @drjart ceramide moisturizer.
After evaluation, the though it might be tough to come to terms with failing or just simply accepting one chapter of life is over…. But the good part is getting the opportunity to start again.

Help me choose ๐๐พ๐ถ๏ธ
Did this cute everyday makeup look, but allergies said no to mascara ๐ฉ
Btw you can grab both pairs on my LTK, ShopMy, and Amazon.
Which one’s your fave? ♥๏ธ
Everyday outfit idea
Everyday makeup look
Let’s talk SPF Tints โจโ๏ธ do you have a favorite?
This one is a lightweight mineral tint that actually protects your skin while giving a smooth, second skin finish. It has SPF 50, peptides and antioxidants to firm, hydrate and guard against UV, blue light and pollution. Think fresh, non greasy coverage that melts right in and looks like your skin, just glowier and more even.
SPF Tints are ideal for:
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hot, sunny days
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cooler October weather
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quick easy routines
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if you want skincare + coverage in one
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no makeup makeup looks
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sensitive or reactive skin types
As a beauty expert, I’ve tested a lot, and this one genuinely impressed me for its hydration, lightness and smooth wear.
It delivers beautiful protection and glow year round. โจ
The shade range should include deeper tones. ( I wish I didn’t have to say this in 2025).
**PR with no obligations
๐ Bookmark this for your next Ulta run.
Let me know if you’ve tried this one yet or have an SPF tint you swear by!
#skintint #spfmakeup #dewyskin #cleanbeautyproducts #complexionessentials #vividlykafi #makeupmusthaves #spf50
What would you add to the list?
-we did say we like to keep it real! ๐คท๐พโ๏ธ
betrayal list on a fine Wednesday morning.
YSL Babycat Review
When the one that got away shows up on Sephora.com ๐
Do you ever blind buy fragrance?
YSL Babycat has been on my wish list for a few years. I’ve actually travelled to different parts of the US trying to smell it instead of blind buying — but I was told it was only available in Paris.
So imagine my excitement when I saw it pop up on Sephora’s website recently. I hit “add to cart” instantly. I had to tell you about it:
The packaging is slightly different from what I saw years ago — still sophisticated, but the juice inside?!!
I promised myself I wouldn’t blind buy anymore, but this one? Decadent, soft, and sophisticated. I completely understand the name Babycat. If you’ve ever had a beautiful kitten, you know that warm, soft scent you just can’t stop nuzzling. That’s exactly the energy here: plush, addictive, and a little wild underneath the elegance.
This isn’t necessarily a “compliment getter,” but it compliments my personality — my mood, my energy, my sense of calm confidence. It feels like me bottled up. It could easily become my signature scent.
Though most people say it’s ideal for night, I wear it all day and love every second of it.
I’ve experimented with layering Babycat with L’Occitane Hair and Body Mist, and another time with Delina Exclusif, but honestly, it’s beautiful on its own.
If you’re curious but hesitant to blind buy, here’s how it really performs —
Details:
โจ Longevity: 10 + hours — easily carries through the day.
โจ Projection: Moderate to strong; it lingers beautifully without overpowering.
โจ Packaging: Luxurious and weighty, with YSL’s sleek gold-detailed glass bottle.
โ ๏ธ Not a safe blind buy — but if you love:
• Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir
• Dior Vanilla Diorama
• Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille
you’ll probably fall in love with this too.

Can u relate? • People think we are always “on.” Friendly, chatty, easy to talk to.
And honestly that’s true. We love connecting with people.
But the ones who really know—- know when you’re quiet you get when are recharging.
You learned that privacy is its own kind of peace and protecting it is power.
You used to get mad about people not reciprocating your grace for them, or intentionally misunderstanding what you...
Energy drains, people moving funny.
Now you just pause, breathe, and practice gratitude instead of reacting.
Because when you stop giving small things your power,
you start glowing from a calmer place. ๐ค
๐ if you’re learning to protect your peace without losing your warmth.
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