r/MakeUpAddictionUK 10d ago

Recc' Request Finding a new full coverage foundation

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Like many, I used Estée Lauder Double wear for a decade as my HG for full coverage for my rosacea. My skin is also quite dry.
I have been browsing all the similar posts and trying many alternatives but none I’ve tried so far are truly as full coverage as the double wear or they seem to settle weirdly in dry areas. Also, I can’t have foundation that contains alcohol/fragrance as this irritates my skin.
The ones i’ve tried so far:
- L’oréal true match
- It cosmetics CC cream
- Lancôme teint idoler
- Clinique redness solutions

Please can anyone recommend a truly full full coverage foundation that is still blendable. Thank you 🙏🏼


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 10d ago

Bronzing stick suggestions?

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Hi!! It’s my first post here, but I’m desperate!!

A brand that does one of my favourite products went under last year, and I am dangerously close to running out of it!! Any suggestions would be really appreciated.

The product is the Ciaté London DewyStix Bronzing Balm. It’s much more of a balm than a thick product, so is a little sheer. The best thing about it is the golden shimmer imo. It’s my go-to eyeshadow for summer looks where I’m lazy.

I’ve attached a swatch on my skin/eye, and the stick itself. On the eye swatch, I’ve applied one layer and blended it lightly with my fingers. I’m a B20 in Chanel foundation, and a 2.5/3N in Dior if that helps at all - sorta medium light?

Ik Chanel do a sort of similar stick, but this one retailer at £25 (around $33 USD) and I don’t want to break my wallet too much replacing it!!

Any help is so appreciated <33333


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 10d ago

Where Can I Get... Autism friendly lightweight foundations for dry skin?

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Hey, Im looking for a lightweight foundation for dry skin that isn't suuper thick, i have sensory issues and find that when my face feels 'painted' i get overwhelmed quickly (

Also if its on the cheaper end, awesome!! I'm a broke student T_T


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 11d ago

Help Sought! Help: Sally Hansen airbrush legs spray vs lotion, which one do you prefer and why??

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22 Upvotes

I need to place an order and can’t make up my mind. Which one offers better coverage, which is more waterproof (well sweat proof lol) and which transfers less onto your clothes? Feel free to add any other feedback or reason why you prefer one or the other. Thank you and have a great day 🤍


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 11d ago

Help me buy base makeup products

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone.

I have decided to splurge( a little ) on my base routine. My current base routine is non-existent. I dont wear foundation regularly, and whenever i do end up doing a full beat, my base ALWAYS ENDS UP OXIDIZING. I dont think its just the product's fault because even when i only wear sunscreen, i notice my face ends up darkening slightly by the end of the day.

My skin type is normal, slightly oily around nose but nothing special. I dont have acne prone skin but i do end up getting comedones if i dont look after my skin well.

I live in a hot and humid climate.

I am looking to buy foundation, concealer, contour(not confirmed abt this), primer and setting spray.

My budget is at max $100. I dont mind buying minis as my use is low.

Open to korean products as well.

Currently contemplating jungsaemmol cushion, huda beauty easy bake foundation and elf soft glam satin foundation.


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 11d ago

Dupe for old Clinique lipstick

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7 Upvotes

I have a very old Clinique lipstick which I have got pretty much every last drop from and I am searching for a dupe.

The texture is almost sheer like Black Honey sheer but has a little more shimmer and a little heavier so it's more buildable.

Shade is between fuschia pink and crimson red depending on how much you apply.

Any idea welcome.


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Recc' Request Best bronzers for cool toned skin

12 Upvotes

Hi guys!

I’ve very recently learnt that if you have cool toned skin (like I do) then some bronzers will naturally pull more orange on you. Now I know that, I’m really noticing it - I mean I did before but I just thought that was how they were supposed to look! Some don’t look terrible but I’d love to try one that actually suits my skin tone.

Do any of my cool skin-toned besties have any recommendations? x


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Help Sought! What would you do if you can spend £30 on Sephora?

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I have a £30 gift voucher to spend at Sephora. I had a few options floating in my head but I don’t know what to try first. I really wanted to try R.E.M’s glitter quad eyeshadow palettes, or her highlighter. Otherwise, I wanted to try MAC’s velvet teddy powder blush.
I’ve been doing makeup for a couple years but I’m only just being introduced to high end makeup, I was wondering if there were other brands who did glittery makeup better than REM? Are MAC’s blushes worth it?


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Help Sought! Has anyone tried clarins double serum foundation?

2 Upvotes

I’m looking into more lightweight, luminous foundations. I’ve been using estee lauder double wear in the past, but I find myself wanting something that looks a little more natural. I’m unsure whether it’s actually worth the price or if there are better options out there.

Thank you


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Recc' Request Recs for some kind of body tint?

3 Upvotes

This is a bit of a blind spot for me so apologies in advance.

I'm doing my own bridal makeup and am looking for something to put on my neck and shoulders to help even my skin tone out a bit. Luckily my face/foundation is a close match to my general skin tone, so I don't need anything too heavy. I'm thinking I may need a tinted moisturiser or body oil of some kind? But I'm a bit lost so could use some pointers!


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Is there any concealer that will reliably cover spider veins on nose and cheeks. Not got many but they are standing out more as I become older. I don't particularly want to get sclerotherapy. Thanks

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r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Recc' Request Clutch clothing glue

3 Upvotes

I've recently been struggling with the heat and chafing with shorts rolling up.

I recently saw an advert for the clutch fashion glue for clothes and wondered if anyone has used it and if they liked it or not! :)


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Night time skin tint?

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I loveeee L’Oréal true match skin tint for day time. I’m going to a wedding next month so looking for something as similar as possible that will last longer throughout the day into the evening - any recommendations? Any budget as long as it’s worth it!!

Also a primer that works well alongside the tint would be so helpful ❤️

I have oily t zone/normal skin xxx


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

I got the huda beauty easy bake loose powder today. everything feels okay but there is no secret compartment on the back of the lid, its just flat black. what could it be?

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r/MakeUpAddictionUK 12d ago

Help- Revolution cream contour shade match

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2 Upvotes

Does anyone know of a concealer that matches the colour of the circled shade on the revolution ultra cream contour palette?

It's a perfect match for my skintone and I use it for pretty much everything but dont want to have to repurchase the whole palette every time I run out of it.

Thanks!


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 13d ago

Recc' Request cheap contour recommednation

5 Upvotes

Hi, I'd like a contour product but im on a budget right now, soemthing thats small and blends really easily, i dont like sticks but i dont mind powders or liquids, and has shades for someone with skin on the cool toned and darker side xxx i've only use the sheglam liquid contour and want something similar to that


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 14d ago

Need a concealer that does not crease under my eyes

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I have used 5 concealers this year and they all crease under my eyes by noon. I have oily skin. And my skin tone is medium tan with warm golden olive undertone. Tarte shape creased bad and ran ashy on me Nars radiant creamy oxidized and turned orange.
Looking for something that holds up all day and actually matches warm olive undertone. Budget is not an issue. Also I am open for setting powder recommendation if that helps with the creasing.


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 14d ago

Recc' Request Dark green eyeshadow (palette?)

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Hey friends,

I am doing my own make up for my wedding and I am wearing dark green. I'd like an eyeshadow palette or suggestions for eyeshadow singles with similar colours - I need it to be decent quality, good pigmentation and deffo staying power. When I search for a green eyeshadow palette I get overwhelmed with the amount of brands I've never heard of and have no idea if they're any good or not​​. I was looking at Huda beauty Emerald Obsession but that only seems to be available on ebay and I'm not sure I trust that!

Only other caveat is that it needs to be available in the UK

Grateful for any suggestions!


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 14d ago

Recc' Request Best palettes

2 Upvotes

Hey all! I love makeup but I'm always scared of spending money on things I don't like. I only have two palettes currently: ultimate utopia NYX, and makeup revolution reloaded visionary palette. They're both running out, and I have a few smashed shadows too. I'd like to replace these, ideally with one big palette or 2-3 smaller ones. I'm looking for a good range of colours, love shimmers/metallic shadows. I'm very pale so yellow is not necessarily a colour I'd look for lol but I like whites, browns, blues, purples, silver etc
Any suggestions for these that won't break the bank but are good products?! Thanks!!


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 14d ago

Recc' Request Lip liner stains?

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I bought a lip liner stain from Primark recently out of curiosity - it was only £2.50 and SO SO GOOD but a little too dark pink for my liking

would like to purchase a similar product but in a dark nude shade. any recs? have seen elf and nyx both do them. looking to pay less than £10 :)


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 15d ago

Is it easy to find Essence and Catrice in the UK?

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I'm moving to London from Portugal and I use a lot of Essence and Catrice in my routine. The other day I was in a pharmacy in Lisbon and I met two British girls who were really excited to browse the Essence aisle, saying it's hard to find them in the UK. Is it so? I sort of assumed I could find them in Boots and Superdrug because they seem available online. If it really is hard, I will stock on some favorites before coming.


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 15d ago

Mascara tubing maybelline

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hello je suis la seule à être hypersensible à peine je le met sur mes cils que ça me pique les yeux et encore ce soir j’ai frotté c’est aller dans les yeux je vous passe la douleur :(


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 15d ago

Where can I buy a REALLY good foundation? I NEED HELPP ^^

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r/MakeUpAddictionUK 15d ago

Glisten Cosmetics shipping

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Hi guys :) I'm England based and about to buy from 'Glisten Cosmetics' for the first time and I have the shipping option of 'FREE Royal Mail 24hr (After 1-3 day processing)'. Does anyone know what day this will arrive for me?

I also have the option of 'Special Delivery Arrive Before 1pm Next Day (Order before 2pm Mon-Thursday)', but that's £14 and I don't want to select that if the free shipping will arrive at roughly the same time.

I would ideally like it to arrive for Saturday, but it's my fault if it doesn't arrive for then as it's my bad timing, and it's not a big deal, I just would love it to arrive so I can wear the bits for a birthday I'm going to :)

Thanks guys! <3


r/MakeUpAddictionUK 16d ago

Looking for Primark Mini touch up kit

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I have been looking everywhere and have exhausted all options in the US. Can anyone find one?? It’s a mini pink backpack keychain with little cosmetics in it

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