Draw far outside the natural lip line, especially rounding out the Cupid's bow for a "doll-like" look.
Doing My Makeup Using Techniques I Hate! Round 2! Welcome back to the ultimate beauty challenge where we ignore every instinct and lean into the trends that usually make us cringe. Last time, we tackled the basics, but for Round 2, we’re diving into the 2025–2026 techniques that are polarizing the beauty community. From "blush blindness" to the return of the "full beat," let’s see if these hated habits are actually hidden gems or if they belong in the makeup graveyard. 1. The "Instagram" Under-Eye (Excessive Concealer)
Contouring should sculpt, but when done with a heavy hand, it just looks like dirt on the face. Many makeup artists in 2026 are trading this in for "cloud skin" or softer, blurred finishes.
10 Gen-Z-Approved Makeup Looks To Slay Every Day - Iba Cosmetics
While the current vibe for 2026 is "less is more", for this challenge, we're bringing back the massive triangles of concealer. Critics argue that slapping heavy product under the thinnest skin on the face is a recipe for creasing and cakey textures .
Pack a damp sponge with loose powder and "bake" under the eyes and along the jawline for 10 minutes.
The internet loves a "3D lip," but in person, overlining can quickly look like you forgot to put in your dentures or just finished a messy snack.
Draw far outside the natural lip line, especially rounding out the Cupid's bow for a "doll-like" look.
Doing My Makeup Using Techniques I Hate! Round 2! Welcome back to the ultimate beauty challenge where we ignore every instinct and lean into the trends that usually make us cringe. Last time, we tackled the basics, but for Round 2, we’re diving into the 2025–2026 techniques that are polarizing the beauty community. From "blush blindness" to the return of the "full beat," let’s see if these hated habits are actually hidden gems or if they belong in the makeup graveyard. 1. The "Instagram" Under-Eye (Excessive Concealer) Doing My Makeup Using Techniques I Hate! Round 2!
Contouring should sculpt, but when done with a heavy hand, it just looks like dirt on the face. Many makeup artists in 2026 are trading this in for "cloud skin" or softer, blurred finishes. Draw far outside the natural lip line, especially
10 Gen-Z-Approved Makeup Looks To Slay Every Day - Iba Cosmetics Welcome back to the ultimate beauty challenge where
While the current vibe for 2026 is "less is more", for this challenge, we're bringing back the massive triangles of concealer. Critics argue that slapping heavy product under the thinnest skin on the face is a recipe for creasing and cakey textures .
Pack a damp sponge with loose powder and "bake" under the eyes and along the jawline for 10 minutes.
The internet loves a "3D lip," but in person, overlining can quickly look like you forgot to put in your dentures or just finished a messy snack.